Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Quetta Gladiators to play without Sarfaraz Ahmed in PSL 10

Quetta Gladiators

Sarfaraz Ahmed, former Pakistan captain and acclaimed batter, has announced his decision to part ways with the Quetta Gladiators ahead of the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The announcement came on Sunday via an Instagram post, where Sarfaraz shared a picture with the franchise owner, Nadeem Omar. “Today I want to tell … Read more

£190m case verdict against PTI founder, Bushra Bibi to be announced today

Bushra Bibi

An Accountability Court in Rawalpindi is set to announce the long-awaited verdict in the £190 million case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and his wife, Bushra Bibi, today. According to sources, court staff informed the legal teams representing PTI founder and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) that the verdict will be delivered at  today in … Read more

Honor 400 Series expected to feature 7000mAh battery

Honor

Honor is reportedly preparing to expand its Honor 400 series, with leaks suggesting that the upcoming smartphone will feature a massive 7000mAh battery. The new series is still in development and is expected to come with some significant upgrades over the previous generation, particularly in terms of battery capacity and design. The Honor 400 series … Read more

Country bereft of justice, peace and democracy, says Siraj ul Haq

Country bereft of justice, peace and democracy, says Siraj ul Haq

Former Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) emir Siraj ul Haq criticized the current state of the country, stating on Sunday that it lacked justice, peace, and democracy. Speaking at a press conference in Vehari, Haq expressed deep concern about the various challenges the country is facing, lamenting that those in power remain indifferent to the suffering of ordinary … Read more

Miley Cyrus expresses grief over devastating Los Angeles wildfires

Miley Cyrus expresses grief over devastating Los Angeles wildfires

Miley Cyrus shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram about the Los Angeles wildfires. She also shared the Malibu Foundation website, which she helped launch in 2018. Cyrus emphasized the city’s devastation and the ‘living the dream’ feeling. Miley Cyrus expressed her heartbreak over the Los Angeles wildfires spreading through residential and commercial areas of the … Read more

61% of Pakistani businesses consider data protection as key IT security concern

Pakistani businesses

A recent report by Kaspersky revealed that 61% of Pakistani businesses consider data protection to be their primary IT security concern. This statistic is higher than the global average of 33%, reflecting the increasing priority placed on securing sensitive information. The findings are part of Kaspersky’s annual IT Security Economics report, which surveys IT and … Read more

PTI founder’s conviction in £190m case unavoidable: says Vawda

PTI founder’s conviction in £190m case unavoidable: says Vawda

Senator Faisal Vawda has indicated that the conviction of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in the £190 million case is inevitable. Addressing a press conference in Karachi, Vawda claimed that he was federal minister when the £190 million case was approved, and he had warned the then prime minister to not go ahead with this project … Read more

Karan Johar finally finds a partner, reveals how it takes care of him in every way

Karan Johar finally finds a partner, reveals how it takes care of him in every way

Karan Johar, a prolific filmmaker, recently revealed his relationship status on Instagram. Johar’s humorous posts on Instagram have been viewed as amusing and relatable. Johar is a busy producer in Bollywood, backing numerous projects. Karan Johar, a prolific filmmaker, keeps his fans and followers entertained not only through his films but also with his amusing … Read more

Hyundai Sonata N Line launched in Pakistan with exciting new features

Hyundai Sonata N Line

Hyundai Nishat has officially launched the 8th-generation Sonata N Line in Pakistan, marking a major milestone for the brand with a locally assembled version of this high-performance sedan. The Sonata N Line combines elegant design, aggressive styling, and cutting-edge technology, offering a dynamic driving experience. Exterior and Features The Sonata N Line measures 4910mm in … Read more

Czech restaurant blast leaves six dead

Czech restaurant blast leaves six dead

Six people were killed when a propane-butane cylinder exploded at a restaurant in the city of Most, located in northwest Czech Republic, setting the building ablaze, emergency services reported on Sunday. Eight individuals were injured in the explosion, which took place late Saturday night. Additionally, 30 people were evacuated from the restaurant and nearby buildings, … Read more

Punjab unveils ambitious targets for long-term transformation

Punjab unveils ambitious targets for long-term transformation

In a historic move, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced that 10,000 tractors will be provided to farmers at subsidized rates by February 28, along with 2,000 super seeders to be distributed by March. A high-level meeting chaired by Senior Provincial Minister Mariyum Aurangzeb reviewed the performance of ministries and departments in agriculture, energy, and … Read more

Is Ranveer Singh’s Shaktimaan film featuring Wamiqa Gabbi in the lead role?

Is Ranveer Singh’s Shaktimaan film featuring Wamiqa Gabbi in the lead role?

Gabbi is attracting attention for her performances in Hindi and regional cinema. The film is in its early stages, with pre-production underway. The film is set for release in 2026, with shooting expected to begin in May 2025. Wamiqa Gabbi has been creating buzz online since her appearance in “Baby John” alongside Varun Dhawan and … Read more

OGRA announces new RLNG tariffs for January 2025

OGRA

ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced adjustments in Regassified Liquified Natural Gas (RLNG) prices for January 2025, reflecting a decrease of up to 1.9% for Sui Northern Pipeline Gas Limited (SNGPL) and a 0.45% increase for Sui Southern Gas Pipeline Limited (SSGCL). According to the revised rates, RLNG prices for SNGPL’s … Read more

Shakib Al Hasan excluded from Bangladesh’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad

Shakib Al Hasan

DHAKA: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, notably excluding veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. Shakib, recently banned from bowling in competitions under the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), was sidelined following an independent re-assessment of his bowling action that raised concerns over … Read more

WhatsApp set to roll out AI character creation for users

WhatsApp

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a groundbreaking feature that will enable users to create their own AI-driven chatbots. According to recent updates, the Meta-owned messaging platform has begun testing the feature in its latest beta version for Android. The new functionality will allow users to design and personalize AI chatbots directly within the application, offering … Read more

Security forces killed 9 terrorists in North Waziristan

Security forces killed three terrorists in Khyber IBO

The security forces killed nine terrorists in two separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the security forces launched their planned operation in Dosalli upon receiving the information of presence of terrorists in the area. Six terrorists were killed and two others were arrested in the operation. In … Read more

Ahad Raza Mir speaks candidly about his relationship with Sajal Aly

Ahad Raza Mir speaks candidly about his relationship with Sajal Aly

He is starring in “Meem Se Mohabbat” with impressive online viewership. Discussed work experiences with leading Pakistani drama actresses. Praised ex-wife, Sajal Aly, for her exceptional on-screen talent. Ahad Raza Mir stands out as one of the most beloved leading men of the younger generation. His pairing with Sajal Aly became a massive hit, with … Read more

Pakistan Squad for Champions Trophy awaits Saim Ayub’s recovery

Pakistan Squad

LAHORE: Pakistan’s final squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 will be decided based on the recovery of young batter Saim Ayub, sources revealed on Sunday. However, an initial draft of squad members will still be submitted to the International Cricket Council (ICC) today as required. As per ICC guidelines, participating teams must provide an initial … Read more

Dr. Nassim & MP McDonnell face allegations of supporting Anti-Pakistan terror groups

Dr. Nassim & MP McDonnell face allegations of supporting Anti-Pakistan terror groups

Dr. Nassim Baloch and British MP John McDonnell face allegations for supporting globally terrorist organizations, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF). The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) are infamous for targeting civilians, infrastructure, and development initiatives in Balochistan, with their actions facing widespread international condemnation. Critics have … Read more

Rain, snow intensify cold weather across Punjab, Northern regions

Weather update: Rain, hailstorms, thunderstorms predicted till May 5

Rain in Lahore and various cities of Punjab has significantly increased the cold, while fog has considerably subsided. Rainfall was reported in Lahore, Basirpur, and other areas, making the weather colder. Kasur, Nankana Sahib, Pattoki, Arifwala, Sahiwal, and Renala Khurd also experienced showers. In the northern regions, snowfall blanketed the mountains, creating picturesque scenes in … Read more

‘Government will continue its mission for girls’ education in Pakistan,’ Yousaf Raza Gillani

Yousaf Raza Gillani

Islamabad: Chairman of the Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, has stated that the government will continue its mission until every girl has access to education. Speaking at an international conference on the education of girls in Muslim communities, Yousaf Raza Gillani said that Shaheed Benazir Bhutto was the first female Prime Minister of the Muslim … Read more

‘Taliban do not consider women as humans,’ Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai

The international conference on education for Muslim girls in Pakistan continues for its second day. Addressing the conference, Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai stated that the Taliban do not consider women as humans, emphasizing that Afghan Taliban have deprived female students of their right to education for over a decade. Speaking at the international conference, Malala … Read more

‘Bureaucracy, feudal lords, tribal chiefs, and landlords dominate Pakistan,’ Hafiz Naeem

Hafiz Naeem

Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, has stated that bureaucracy, feudal lords, tribal chiefs, and landlords dominate Pakistan. While addressing a Khatm-e-Bukhari Sharif ceremony in Mardan, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman criticized the government, saying it does not impose taxes on feudal lords but instead squeezes the hard-earned income of poor farmers. He alleged that the oppressive rulers … Read more

Shoaib Akhtar bumps into Shahid Kapoor, video makes round on social media

Shoaib Akhtar
  • Shahid Kapoor met Shoaib Akhtar at the opening ceremony of ILT20.
  • Akhtar shared a video on Instagram of his conversation with Shahid.
  • Shoaib is seen smiling while chatting with Shahid.

Actor Shahid Kapoor and former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Akhtar recently met at the opening ceremony of the International League T20 (ILT20) in the UAE, accompanied by Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh.

Shoaib Akhtar shared a video on Instagram of his conversation with Shahid, where the actor was dressed in an all-black outfit for the event. In the video, Shoaib is seen smiling while chatting with Shahid, who also acknowledged Harbhajan by patting him on the shoulder. As the conversation concluded, Shahid extended his hand to say goodbye to Shoaib.

Sharing the moment on social media, Shoaib called the encounter a “lovely” coincidence, writing, “Lovely running into @shahidkapoor at @ilt20official. #allinforcricket #entertheepic #KabirSingh @harbhajan3.” Shahid performed at the ceremony, bringing his Deva swag to the stage, dancing to songs like Marji Chaa Maalik and Aala Re Aala Deva Aala. Post-performance, he joined Pooja Hegde for the viral hook step from Bhasad Macha.

Here’s what Akhtar shared:

 

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Shoaib Akhtar, known as the ‘Rawalpindi Express,’ is continuing his role as ambassador for ILT20. Shahid’s upcoming movie Deva, releasing on January 31, 2025, follows him as a rebellious cop, marking his return to the big screen after nearly a year.

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Tabu to reunite with Akshay Kumar in upcoming film ‘Bhooth Bangla’

Bhooth Bangla
  • Tabu has announced her next exciting project, Bhooth Bangla.
  • She shared a picture on Instagram with a clapboard.
  • Tabu tagged co-stars Akshay Kumar, Jisshu Sengupta, and others.

Tabu has announced her next exciting project, Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy film set to bring her back to familiar territory. The actress shared a picture on Instagram with a clapboard reading, “Balaji Telefilms Ltd Presents Bhooth Bangla.”

She captioned the post, “Hum yahan bandh hain (we are trapped here),” signaling her return to the genre. Tabu tagged director Priyadarshan, production house Balaji Motion Pictures, co-stars Akshay Kumar, Jisshu Sengupta, Wamiqa Gabbi, and music composer Pritam.

 

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In the upcoming film, Tabu is once again diving into the world of horror comedy, a genre she knows well. She played the iconic twin witches – Manjulika and Anjulika – in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022) and starred in Rohit Shetty’s Golmaal Again (2017). Bhooth Bangla marks another collaboration with Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar, following their successful work together on the Bhool Bhulaiyaa series and other hit films like Hera Pheri (2000).

The film, produced by Ekta Kapoor, is scheduled for release on April 2, 2026, and is expected to continue the successful pairing of Tabu, Priyadarshan, and Akshay Kumar in the genre.

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Maryam Nawaz approves 62 billion PKR for ‘Apni Chhat Apna Ghar’ program

Punjab to introduce ration card scheme for 1.5 million workers

A special meeting was held under the chairmanship of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, during which important decisions were made regarding the “Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar” (Own Roof, Own Home) program. Maryam Nawaz set a target of providing 40,000 loans for the program by May and directed that the loan distribution process be completed as … Read more