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PTI demands withdrawal of 26th constitutional amendment

PTI demands withdrawal of 26th constitutional amendment

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has called for the repeal of the 26th constitutional amendment, terming it controversial. During a press conference in Islamabad, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan emphasized the need for rule of law and stated that PTI never promoted incitement. He also claimed that PTI’s mandate was stolen in the general elections, … Read more

Naeema Butt reveals insights of her upcoming project

Naeema Butt reveals insights of her upcoming project

Naeema Butt gained fame as a Pakistani television artist through ARY Digital’s drama “Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum”. Known for her portrayal of Rubab and her on-screen chemistry with Emmad Irfani. Recently attended a fundraiser event in London. Naeema Butt gained fame as a talented Pakistani television artist through hit drama “Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum”, which … Read more

CM Maryam Nawaz approves five-year transport plan for Punjab

Punjab government to launch special bus service for rural women

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a five-year transport programme to introduce a state-of-the-art Automated Rapid Transport (ART) system across the province. Chairing a special video-link meeting on transport, CM Maryam was briefed on the ART system, a globally successful mass transit model implemented in Malaysia, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar. She highlighted its efficiency … Read more

Resham claims Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar misbehaved with her

Resham claims Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar misbehaved with her

Resham, a celebrated film and television star, clarified her past statements and shared her hardships. Resham revealed that Khalil ur Rehman Qamar misbehaved with her at a party, valuing her self-respect. She emphasized her ability to handle such situations if necessary. Resham, a celebrated star of both film and television, continues to captivate fans with … Read more

Tara Sutaria’s mom reacts to Aadar Jain’s comments? her cryptic post on ‘Disrespectful’ partner goes viral

Tara Sutaria’s mom reacts to Aadar Jain’s comments? her cryptic post on ‘Disrespectful’ partner goes viral

Aadar Jain, cousin of Ranbir Kapoor, married Alekha Advani in a star-studded affair. A video of Jain calling his past relationships “time pass” went viral, sparking strong reactions online. Jain previously dated Tara Sutaria, but they broke up in 2023. Nearly a week has passed since Ranbir Kapoor’s cousin, Aadar Jain, married Alekha Advani! While … Read more

PM Shehbaz and Abu Dhabi crown prince vow to strengthen bilateral ties

PM Shehbaz and Abu Dhabi crown prince vow to strengthen bilateral ties

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Thursday, reaffirming the UAE’s strong commitment to Pakistan’s economic development and prosperity. This marked His Highness’s first official visit to Pakistan as Crown Prince. The prime minister extended a warm welcome, emphasizing Pakistan’s determination … Read more

Katrina Kaif applauds Zoya & Farhan Akhtar for their bold vision in “Superboys of Malegaon”

Katrina Kaif applauds Zoya & Farhan Akhtar for their bold vision in “Superboys of Malegaon”

Katrina Kaif praises “Superboys of Malegaon” director Reema Kagti for the film’s bold subject choice and content-driven approach. Kaif shared the film poster on Instagram, praising the filmmakers and producers. The film, set in Malegaon, Maharashtra, follows residents who escape reality through Bollywood cinema. The trailer was released before the movie’s screening at the Toronto … Read more

Israel frees Palestinian prisoners after Hamas returns four hostages’ bodies

Israel frees Palestinian prisoners after Hamas returns four hostages' bodies

Early Thursday, as part of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement that began on January 19, Israel released over 600 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the remains of four Israeli hostages. The exchange, facilitated by Egyptian mediators, was carried out through an Israeli crossing where an identification process is now underway. Israeli Prime … Read more

Taylor Lautner stands up for Selena Gomez against body shaming after SAG Awards

Taylor Lautner stands up for Selena Gomez against body shaming after SAG Awards

Taylor Lautner defends Selena Gomez on social media after her recent SAG Awards 2025 appearance. Lautner emphasizes that trying to please everyone is impossible and unnecessary. Gomez has openly discussed body image struggles after her lupus diagnosis and kidney transplant in 2017. Taylor Lautner is defending Selena Gomez on social media as users continue to … Read more

Federal cabinet swells to 46 as new ministers take oath

Federal cabinet swells to 46 as new ministers take oath

A swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed federal ministers took place at Aiwan-e-Sadr, where President Asif Ali Zardari administered the oath. The event was attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other federal ministers. With the induction of 13 federal ministers, 11 ministers of state, and 3 advisers, the total strength of the federal cabinet has … Read more

Remittances and exports increase in first seven months of fiscal year

Remittances and exports increase in first seven months of fiscal year

Pakistan has witnessed growth in remittances, exports, and imports during the first seven months of the ongoing fiscal year, according to the Ministry of Finance’s monthly economic outlook report. The report highlighted a 25.2% rise in remittances from July to January, while exports increased by 9.7% and imports by 16.8%. The current account registered a … Read more

Michelle Trachtenberg’s give response to surgery and Illness claims before passing away

Michelle Trachtenberg’s give response to surgery and Illness claims before passing away

Michelle Trachtenberg, a renowned child actor, denied rumors of her health issues a year before her death. She claimed to be “happy and healthy” and denied plastic surgery and malnutrition rumors. Despite her statements, her physical transformation was scrutinized until her death. A year before her death, Michelle Trachtenberg firmly denied internet rumors about her … Read more

Gaza polio vaccination campaign covers 600,000 children: WHO

Gaza polio vaccination campaign covers 600,000 children: WHO

A polio vaccination campaign in Gaza successfully immunized over 600,000 children, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday, crediting a ceasefire for enabling previously unreached children to receive their doses. Polio reemerged in Gaza after more than 20 years, paralyzing a 10-month-old child in August. In response, two vaccination rounds were … Read more

Countrywide rain keeps weather pleasant

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

Widespread rainfall in Lahore and various other cities across the country brought a much-needed change in the weather. Several areas, including Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Kasur, Attock, and Rahim Yar Khan, experienced rain showers, while different regions of Balochistan also received significant rainfall. Heavy downpours in Quetta, Sibi, and Kalat led to a noticeable drop in … Read more

Sehar Khan or Sajal Aly? Saife Hasan’s surprising comparison

Sehar Khan or Sajal Aly? Saife Hasan’s surprising comparison

Saife Hasan is known for exceptional work and teamwork. Recently, “Tan Man Neel o Neel” was praised for its sensitive closure. Sehar Khan surpassed Sajal Aly in acting skills. Saife Hasan, an ace Pakistani director, consistently delivers exceptional work in his projects. He is known for assembling an outstanding team, including Mustafa Afridi and Hum … Read more

Uzbek Deputy Defence Minister calls on CJCSC

Uzbek Deputy

RAWALPINDI: Uzbekistan’s Deputy Minister of Defence and Commander of the Air Defence Forces and Air Force, Major General Burkhanov Akhmad Jamalovich called on the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza at the Joint Staff Headquarters.

During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of bilateral strategic interest, with a particular focus on the evolving regional security situation.

Both sides expressed a keen interest in strengthening bilateral military-to-military cooperation, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in statement.

The visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.

Upon arrival at the Joint Staff Headquarters, a smartly turned-out tri-services contingent presented a Guard of Honour to the visiting dignitary.

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Abu Dhabi crown prince arrives in Pakistan on first official visit

Abu Dhabi crown prince receives warm welcome in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived here to a warm welcome on his first official visit to Pakistan, at the invitation of Prime Minister  Shehbaz Sharif. As the crown prince landed at Nur Khan Airbase, he was received by President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister … Read more

Humayun Saeed, Mahira Khan to reunite for new film set for Eidul Azha release

Humayun Saeed
  • Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan are reunited again.
  • Their film is slated for release on Eidul Azha.
  • The film’s screenplay is penned by Vasay Chaudhry.

After nearly a decade, the Bin Roye leads Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan are reuniting for the highly anticipated romance feature Love Guru, directed by Nadeem Baig. Slated for release on Eidul Azha, the film’s screenplay is penned by Vasay Chaudhry.

Announcing the project, Baig shared the official poster on Instagram, writing, “Presenting the official poster of Love Guru, starring the ever-charming Humayun Saeed and the breathtaking Mahira Khan! Witness their chemistry unfold on the silver screen this Eidul Azha!” The poster shows Mahira in a flowing white dress and Humayun in a sharp suit vest, embracing in a grand yet vacant mansion under a spotlight, hinting at a tale of love and nostalgia.

 

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Fans are eagerly awaiting the duo’s return. “Wait, am I dreaming? After a decade, the Bin Roye cast reunion is finally happening!” one user wrote, while another exclaimed, “OMG! Can’t wait to see you on the big screen. This is going to be a hit.”

Mahira confirmed the film was shot in the UK, saying, “I’ve only done one project here. We’ve been shooting it for over a month. It’s a film, Love Guru.”

This marks Mahira’s return to cinema after The Legend of Maula Jatt (2022), while Humayun continues his streak of box office hits like London Nahi Jaunga and Jawani Phir Nahi Ani.

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Pakistan receives six bodies of Libya boat tragedy  

Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday received bodies of six Pakistanis nationals who died in tragic boat accident in Libya on February 05.

Federal Minister for Housing and Works, Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada received the bodies of six Pakistani nationals who perished in a tragic boat accident off the coast of Libya on February 5.

The remains were brought to Islamabad Airport this morning under special arrangements. The minister offered prayers for the deceased and expressed condolences to the bereaved families on behalf of the Prime Minister.

Speaking at the occasion, Minister Pirzada conveyed his deep sorrow, stating that the government of Pakistan stands with the affected families at every possible level.

He assured that all necessary measures had been taken to ensure the dignified repatriation of the deceased.

He also acknowledged the relentless efforts of Pakistan’s embassy in Libya, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation, and other relevant departments in facilitating this process.

The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to bringing back the remaining bodies as soon as possible and highlighted that efforts were also underway to repatriate 37 Pakistani survivors from Libya.

He underscored the dangers of illegal migration and urged young Pakistanis and their families to avoid perilous routes in pursuit of opportunities abroad.

He emphasized that the government is actively running programs to provide skill development and employment opportunities, encouraging youth to utilize legal channels for overseas employment.

Additionally, the minister stated that Pakistan is in constant communication with Libyan authorities and international bodies to investigate the tragedy and combat human trafficking to prevent such incidents in the future.

Expressing his heartfelt condolences, he prayed for the departed souls to attain the highest ranks in paradise and for their families to find strength and patience in this difficult time.

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Anoushey Ashraf recalls Salman Khan’s generous behavior after learning she is Pakistani

Anoushey Ashraf
  • Anoushey Ashraf shared her unforgettable meeting with Salman Khan.
  • She revealed how he prioritized giving her interview first.
  • She described it as “the best experience of my life.”

Renowned VJ and host Anoushey Ashraf recently shared details about her unforgettable meeting with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, revealing how he prioritized her interview when he learned she was from Pakistan.

During her appearance on a private TV show, Anoushey discussed the rise and fall of music channels in Pakistan and their impact on the industry. “With music channels, job opportunities were also created in Pakistan. However, many people became unemployed due to their closure,” she said.

Despite the setback, she expressed optimism, stating, “It was a difficult time for all of us. The closure of music channels affected many artists’ businesses and reduced their popularity.” She noted that technology and social media are now reviving the industry.

Sharing her love for horror films, Anoushey stated, “I love scary movies, and if given the opportunity, I would love to work in a horror drama or film.”

Recalling her meeting with Salman Khan, she described it as “the best experience of my life.” She revealed that although many journalists were waiting for an interview, Salman Khan personally chose to speak with her first.

“A hundred people were waiting for the interview, but when Salman Khan found out we were from Pakistan, he gave us the interview first,” she said. He welcomed them warmly, saying, “You have come from Pakistan, so you are our guests.”

Speaking on marriage, she stressed, “Marriage should be done with great thought and after truly understanding the other person.”

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Pakistan urges Sudan’s warring parties to ceasefire in Ramadan

Pakistan

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has called for an immediate ceasefire by rival militaries in Sudan during the holy month of Ramadan and for them to seek a sustainable resolution to the prolonged conflict through dialogue. “Two years of continuous death and destruction has made it amply evident that there can be no victory on the battlefield … Read more

CJCSC, Services Chiefs pay tribute to Armed Forces on 6th anniversary of Operation Swift Retort

CJCSC

RAWALPINDI: The Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and the Services Chiefs, pay tribute to the unwavering courage, professionalism, and sacrifices of Pakistan’s Armed Forces on the solemn occasion of the 6th anniversary of Operation Swift Retort. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), launched on 27 February 2019, Operation Swift Retort was … Read more

PM Shehbaz Sharif pays tribute to bravery, courage of Pakistan Armed Forces

Shehbaz Sharif

On the sixth anniversary of Operation Swift Retort, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the bravery, courage, and professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces, saying, “On February 27, 2019, the Pakistan Air Force sent a clear message to the enemy.” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that the armed forces have proven that our soldiers … Read more

Operation Swift Retort completes six years: Pakistan Armed Forces’ bravity receives praises

Operation Swift Retort

Rawalpindi: On the completion of six years of Operation Swift Retort, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Service Chiefs paid tribute to the armed forces. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the three service chiefs appreciated the unparalleled professionalism of the armed forces, stating that Operation Swift Retort was Pakistan’s measured response … Read more

Rajab Butt and seven others booked for threatening TikToker Umer Butt

Rajab Butt
  • Rajab Butt has been booked for threatening Umer Fayyaz Butt.
  • The case was filed after Rajab showed up at Umer’s house.
  • Umer filed a complaint against Rajab and his group.

Popular YouTuber Rajab Butt and seven others have been booked for allegedly threatening TikToker Umer Fayyaz Butt. The case was filed after Rajab Butt, Mann Dogar, and Haider Shah, along with armed men, reportedly showed up at Umer’s house early in the morning.

According to the police, a case has been registered, and “legal proceedings are underway.” Umer Fayyaz filed a complaint against Rajab and his group, alleging that Mann Dogar used abusive language and issued threats during a TikTok live session. Umer called it “an attack on his dignity” and demanded legal action.

Viewers claim the dispute began when Umer Butt allegedly used foul language about Rajab’s mother and sister while speaking to Mann Dogar during a live session. In response, Rajab defended his family, stating, “Stop targeting my family or I will expose your secrets.”

Their friendship has turned into a public feud, with both exchanging insults online. Umer retaliated by calling Rajab “Bhatti” instead of “Butt”, claiming, “Rajab gained fame by featuring his mother and sister in his vlogs.” The ongoing drama has caught significant attention on social media.

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