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  • Gold rate inches up to Rs215,900 per tola with marginal gain

    Gold rate inches up to Rs215,900 per tola with marginal gain

    In a sustained upward trajectory, domestic bullion recorded gains on Tuesday, driven by a surge in 24-karat gold. The precious metal reached Rs215,900 per tola, reflecting an increase of Rs100.

    The latest data from the Karachi Sarafa Association reveals that the cost of 10 grammes of 24-karat gold saw a slight rise, reaching Rs185,100 with an uptick of Rs86. Additionally, 10-gramme 22-karat gold was quoted at Rs169,674.

    Contrastingly, silver prices remained stable, maintaining their previous rates. The 24-karat silver was traded at Rs2,570 per tola, while the cost per 10-gramme stood at Rs2,203.36.

    On the global front, the international spot gold market witnessed a positive trend, with prices hovering near $2,036.26, indicating a 0.26% increase for the day. In parallel, international spot silver held strong around $22.63, marking a 0.58% uptick.

    The financial landscape also saw influence from the latest Federal Reserve minutes, which indicated a collective sentiment among most US officials against rushing into rate cuts.

    This news brings additional insights into the dynamics shaping the global precious metals market.

  • President Alvi made the right decision not to call assembly session: Imran Khan

    President Alvi made the right decision not to call assembly session: Imran Khan

    Imran Khan, the founder chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former Prime Minister, has endorsed President Arif Alvi’s choice to abstain from calling the session of the National Assembly.

    Imran conveyed these sentiments during an informal exchange with journalists at Adiala Jail on Tuesday.

    First and foremost, he said, he had personally dictated the letter addressed to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

    He clarified that, following the drafting of the letter, there have been no meetings with other party leaders.

    However, he said that after consultations with the party’s leadership, the letter would be dispatched to the IMF today (Tuesday). In his discussion on the prevailing political climate, Imran Khan reiterated his call for the resignation of the chief election commissioner, citing concerns over impartiality during elections.

    He accused the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) of engaging in rigging even after the conclusion of elections, stressing the imperative of fair and transparent electoral processes.

    Commenting on the recent developments, the former prime minister lauded the decision of President Arif Alvi to refrain from convening a meeting of the National Assembly. He reiterated concerns about the allocation of specific seats despite the PTI’s electoral victories, alleging efforts to undermine the party’s success.

    “Every attempt was made during the elections to eliminate the PTI,” he alleged.

    “We are gathering all the parties that have been made to lose through rigging. and will hold country-wide protests against rigging,” Imran announced.

    Amidst ongoing challenges and political tensions, the founder of PTI remains steadfast in advocating for fair governance and democratic principles, vowing to address electoral irregularities and promote accountability across all levels of government.

  • Accountability court indicts Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi in £190m reference

    Accountability court indicts Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi in £190m reference

    An accountability court in Rawalpindi on Tuesday charged Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi with involvement in the £190 million reference.

    Judge Nasir Javed Rana of the accountability court conducted the hearing at Adiala Jail, where former Prime Minister Imran is invarcerated in multiple cases, including the Toshakhana, cipher and illegal marriage cases. 

    Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were present when Judge Nasir Javed read the charge sheet.

    National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Deputy Prosecutor Sardar Muzaffar Abbasi, along with his team, was also present in court.

    NAB had started investigating Imran Khan, his wife, and others for allegedly getting hundreds of canals of land under the name of Al Qadir University Trust. As a result of the accusation of land, the government faced a loss of 190 million pounds.

  • ASP Sheharbano tells why woman apologized in Ichra mob case

    ASP Sheharbano tells why woman apologized in Ichra mob case

    ASP Gulberg Sheharbano Naqvi has explained the process of rescuing the terrorised woman from a charged mob in Ichra Bazaar, Lahore. She also addressed criticism posed against her in an interview with BBC Urdu.

    Naqvi said that the call they received on the 15 police helpline was anonymous which stated that a woman was being heckled by a crowd wearing a shirt that had calligraphy on it and it has deeply hurt the sentiments of the people. She went on to detail the process of tackling the mob while making sure the woman remained safe. When asked why the woman was forced to apologize and how she is being criticised for being involved in the apology despite her display of courage, Sheharbano replied that she fulfilled her role as a first respondent to the situation where her duty was to ensure the safety of the person who is being accused as soon as possible. She stated that policy-related matters are above her pay scale, implying that the decision was not hers but from higher-ups of the department.


    ASP Sheharbano mentioned that it was “not orchestrated” the woman was transported to a safer location where the dialogue between the stakeholders ensued and the video was shot. The interviewer asked if she was heard saying that the woman was apologising in that video. To this, she replied that it was a result of widespread defamation that could have jeopardised the woman’s security in the longer run.

    To read more: ASP Sheharbano to be awarded highest police award for exemplary courage

  • ‘Lost diamond in search for gold,’ Pakistani Twitter missing Buzdar is a hilarious must-see

    ‘Lost diamond in search for gold,’ Pakistani Twitter missing Buzdar is a hilarious must-see

    Social media in Pakistan never lets go of a chance to have a meme fest, and the appointment of a new Chief Minister in Punjab proved to be the fuel the meme machine needed to churn out hilarious content.

    The newly-elected Chief Minister (CM) of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, took the oath of office on Tuesday at Punjab Governor House with Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman, Governor of Punjab, administering the oath.

    During the oath ceremony, chief minister Maryam Nawaz was with her father and former prime minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif. The president of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Shehbaz Sharif was also present in the oath ceremony.

    Netizens immediately started reminiscing about former chief minister, Sardar Usman Buzdar, CM of Punjab from 2018 to 2023. Buzdar remained a point of contention for Imran Khan, who’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) appointed him as the Chief Executive of the most populous province.

    At one point, Imran Khan referred to the beleaguered Buzdar as ‘Wasim Akram Plus’, implying that the unassuming South Punjab politician was a better version of the greatest left-arm bowler in history.

    Here are the best Twitter reactions, as people remember Sardar Usman Buzdar:

  • One police officer martyred, three injured in intelligence-based operation in Mardan

    One police officer martyred, three injured in intelligence-based operation in Mardan

    A senior police officer was martyred and three others injured in an intelligence-based operation against terrorists on Tuesday in the Mardan area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

    Superintendent of Police (SP) Ijaz Khan embraced martyrdom while a deputy superintendent of police (DSP) was injured in the operation.

    The counter-terrorism department (CTD) confirmed in its statement that two terrorists got killed in the exchange of firing in Katlang Tehsil, Mardan. A most wanted militant, Mohsin Kadir, was also killed in the intelligence-based operation.

    The injured police officers were shifted to the hospital right after the incident.

    Following the incident, the funeral prayers of SP Ijaz were performed and attended by District Police Officer (DPO) Najeeb and other police officials.

  • Muhammad Amir demands Maryam Nawaz take action against DC Multan’s ‘misbehavior’

    Muhammad Amir demands Maryam Nawaz take action against DC Multan’s ‘misbehavior’

    Fast bowler Muhammad Amir on Tuesday slammed the Punjab Police and demanded that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz take action against the “unacceptable” behavior of Deputy Commissioner Multan with his family during a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match in Multan.

    Muhammad Amir wrote on social media platform X (Twitter), ” Shocked by the unacceptable behavior of the Deputy Commissioner of Multan, who reportedly mistreated my family, arrogantly claiming ownership of the ground & unjustly ejecting them during a match. This abuse of power is intolerable! Urging authorities for immediate action @MaryamNSharif pls I hope u will take action.”

    The former fast bowler claimed DC Multan misbehaved with his family during a PSL match

    The 9th edition of PSL is under way right now. Opening matches of this season are being held simultaneously in Lahore and Multan.

  • Spanish footballer Jose Ignacio Peleteiro converts to Islam

    Spanish footballer Jose Ignacio Peleteiro converts to Islam

    Spanish footballer Jose Ignacio Peleteiro has accepted Islam, making him the latest among many football stars around world who have become Muslim. According to Daily Jang, German defender Robert Bauer, Holland star Clarence Seedorf, Barcelona club star Eric Abidal have also converted to Islam, while Ghanaian star Thomas Partey, French footballer Franck Ribery, Mali’s Fred Red Canute, Manchester United star Paul Pogba have also converted to Islam.

    French Nicolas Anelka, former Togo captain Emmanuel Adebayor also converted to Islam. The Turkish news agency quoted Spanish media outlet Marca as saying that 32-year-old Peleteiro converted to Islam after learning about Islam from his friend of 11 years, former Kuwaiti footballer Faisal Boresli.

    He said “I am very happy and powerful to be a Muslim. Joining the fold of Islam was the best moment of my life,” and for that he thanked Boresli.

    Pelletreau said “When I had dinner at Borrisley’s house, his mother presented me with a cake with the words Welcome to Islam written on it.”

    Peleteiro retired from football in 2021.

  • FIA arrests Asad Toor in connection with campaign against judges

    FIA arrests Asad Toor in connection with campaign against judges

    Prominent journalist Asad Ali Toor was arrested on Monday by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in connection with a campaign against Supreme Court (SC) judges, including Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa.

    His counsel, Imaan Mazari confirmed the arrest to Geo.tv.

    Last month, the caretaker government formed a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) comprised of six members to investigate a negative campaign against judges of apex court. 

    Imaan Mazari told Geo.tv that FIA officials detained Toor for eight hours on Friday, February 23 after he appeared before the JIT for questioning, even though he hadn’t received a formal notice as per the standard procedure.

    “We went to high court on Monday in the morning, and the chief justice, even though I specifically told him about the eight-hour detention and that there’s a real apprehension of arrest because they have threatened us as well, said that he cannot do anything based on apprehensions,” she added.

    After the hearing in the Islamabad High Court (IHC), Mazari stated that she went to the FIA office at 4:46 pm while Asad was being interrogated inside.

    On Tuesday morning, Asad was presented before the magistrate, however, his lawyers were not present there.

  • American Air Force officer sets himself on fire outside Israel embassy to protest Gaza genocide

    American Air Force officer sets himself on fire outside Israel embassy to protest Gaza genocide

    An American Air Force officer who set himself on fire outside the Israel Embassy in Washington DC on Monday morning to protest the genocide in Gaza has died of his injuries.

    Aaron Bushnell, 25, on active duty since 2020, filmed his self-immolation, shouting ‘Free Palestine’ before falling to the ground while paramedics tried to control the fire. In a live stream, he said that the step he was about to take was not as extreme as what the Palestinians are going through, clearly calling Israel’s assault, a “genocide in Gaza”.

    While mainstream Western media ignored the reason for the self-immolation in its headlines, social media paid rich tribute to the cyber defence operations specialist. His final post was reproduced endlessly on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook:

    “Many of us like to ask ourselves, ‘What would I do if I was alive during slavery? Or the Jim Crow South? Or apartheid? What would I do if my country was committing genocide?’,” the post read. “The answer is, you’re doing it. Right now.”

    Many chose his last image, standing straight while the fire raged on his body, to make art and posters:

    https://twitter.com/Jingjing_Li/status/1762323196404199646?s=19

    Others reproduced his words with Rest in Power written beside them:

    Many people appeared at an impromptu vigil held for the officer outside the Israel embassy in Washington DC:

    The US government is yet to release a statement on Bushnell’s death.