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  • FACT CHECK: Is the viral screenshot of Marriyum Aurangzeb from her drama debut?

    FACT CHECK: Is the viral screenshot of Marriyum Aurangzeb from her drama debut?

    A screenshot has been surfacing on social media featuring the Member of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Marriyum Aurengzeb. The picture is being claimed from a drama that the politician supposedly did in her teenage.

    The post has even been liked by celebrities Muneeb Butt and Ghana Ali.

    However The Current can confirm exclusively that the viral screenshot is not a from a PTV drama but is from a Lok Virsa program.

    Aurengzeb attended a Lok Virsa event alongside Mustafa Qureshi and Rubina Qureshi in Islamabad.

  • Top 10 funniest ads listed on OLX Pakistan

    Top 10 funniest ads listed on OLX Pakistan

    OLX is one of the most popular platforms in Pakistan for online buying and selling everything from cheap pencil boxes to luxurious and pricey bungalows.

    Everyone now finds it really simple to place an ad for anything they need to sell right away thanks to the website. Aside from those that give their listings a slick or clear title, some sellers end up adding humorous wording.

    Here are some of the funniest ads recently posted on the online marketplace:

    OLX is the top shopping app in the Apple App Store with 4.4-star rating and thousands of daily sellers, regardless of how many bizarre and peculiar ads are posted on it every day.

    It is also among the earliest platforms in Pakistan for buying and selling, and it keeps improving after each update.

  • Another friendly country to confirm assurance this week: Miftah Ismail

    Another friendly country to confirm assurance this week: Miftah Ismail

    According to Pakistan’s Finance Minister Miftah Ismail, “one friendly country” has confirmed its commitment to assist Pakistan in filling the funding gap, while another nation would confirm its assurance in a day or two.

    An announcement will be made soon on this subject after confirmation.

    Earlier, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said that Pakistan has completed the final prior action for the combined seventh and eighth reviews with the increase in the petroleum development levy (PDL).

    The IMF also stated that the board meeting is tentatively scheduled for late August once adequate financing assurances are confirmed.

    In order to prevent Pakistan from having a liquidity vacuum following the IMF loan, the international lender wants to make sure Pakistan will be able to get $4 billion in additional cash.

    The country has a $4 billion finance imbalance, according to Miftah, and the IMF wants our reserves to grow by $6 billion.

    Pakistan is in touch with friendly nations to cover the gap, and one of them has already reaffirmed its assurance. Within a day or two, the other nation will confirm as well.

    The assurances would be announced in advance of the IMF board meeting, which is slated to take place in the last week of August. According to reports, the IMF would announce the disbursement for Pakistan as soon as sufficient finance assurances are verified.

    The import bill has decreased to $4.92 billion, according to the minister. Due to this, there is now more cash coming in than going out. The market attitude has improved as a result of this.

    He believed that the Pakistani rupee had grown significantly versus the US dollar and would continue to do so.

    The Pakistani rupee made a significant recovery on Wednesday, recording its largest day-over-day gain in absolute terms against the US dollar to settle at Rs228.8, up Rs9.58 or 4.19 per cent in the inter-bank market. In the early hours of Thursday, trade, the rupee kept rising.

    On Thursday, stocks extended their gains, with analysts blaming the strong recovery of the rupee and soaring global equities for the optimistic trend.

    Read more: Dollar may drop near Rs180 after IMF tranche

    The benchmark KSE-100 index increased 356.50 points or 0.87 per cent to settle at 41,425.37 points, according to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX).

    After being battered for weeks due to political and economic unrest, the local currency recovered by Rs9.59 on Wednesday, marking the highest one-day rise in decades.

  • Cleric arrested on charges of raping at least three madrassa students

    Cleric arrested on charges of raping at least three madrassa students

    A cleric who raped children at least three madrassa students was arrested in the Bhutta Wahan area of ​​Rahim Yar Khan, reports Geo Urdu. The rape survivors are aged between 10 to 12 years.

    According to the police, the initial medical report of three children proved that they were being raped.

    The affected children told the media that the cleric had raped six madrassa children so far and threatened to kill them if they told their families about the sexual abuse.

    The families of the children who were raped demanded that strict action should be taken against the cleric and he should be hanged. They said that their children refused to go to the madrassa and revealed that the cleric sexually abused them.

    The madrassa cleric fled from the area. However, a case was registered against him and raids were conducted in order to arrest him.

    In June, the Punjab government said that they would declare an emergency following an increase in rape and sodomy cases in the province.

  • Want a higher salary? Use Twitter: Study

    Want a higher salary? Use Twitter: Study

    According to a new study conducted by experts at the University of Texas, executives who frequently advertise themselves on Twitter are more likely to secure higher-paying jobs.

    “In a recent study, Texas McCombs professor of information, risk, and operations management Andrew Whinston found that savvy executive candidates such as CEOs and CIOs who modestly — but frequently — tout their knowledge, expertise, and skills on Twitter were 32 per cent more likely to attract higher-paying job offers after interviews.”

    “Self-promotion worked in this class of people. We found that the idea of self-promotion is indeed a valid concept and that it’s worth some time and effort to promote yourself on Twitter,” the research added.

    However, researchers warn that there may be hazards to this social practice. If hiring managers don’t like what they see on your profile, it will likely impact your hiring process. In addition, poorly written tweets might backfire on CEO prospects.

  • Cheapest new cars to buy in Pakistan

    Cheapest new cars to buy in Pakistan

    Automotive companies in Pakistan have consistently announced significant price increases since the beginning of 2022, pushing up car prices to the point that those with low incomes cannot even consider sedans from the top or new brands.

    However, there are some reasonably priced options on the Pakistani market that buyers can consider. Here are a few cars that are priced under Rs2 million:

    Prince Pearl

    Prince Pearl may not offer the flashiest interior or the most appealing appearance, but the little hatchback is one of the most affordable vehicles on the local market.

    Regal Automobiles, the manufacturer of Prince Pearl is also among the businesses that recently revised car prices.

    Prince Pearl’s price has been increased by Rs386,000 by the company from its earlier price of Rs1,534,000 to Rs1,920,000.

    Prior to this price increase, Regal Automobiles was renowned for having one of the most affordable car lineups in Pakistan. However, its entry-level vehicle is now almost Rs2 million in price.

    Suzuki Alto VX

    Suzuki Alto VX (Manual Transmission) is also a good choice. It also has the advantage of being manufactured by a reputable brand.  Despite the fact that the car may not seem very comfortable, this variant is one of the most affordable at less than Rs1.8 million.

    Alto is currently available for Rs1,789,000. The mini-hatchback was being sold for Rs1,475,000 prior to a significant price increase of Rs314,000.

    United Alpha

    Last but not least, the United Alpha, which has a 1000cc engine and costs Rs1,559,000, is the least expensive car on the Pakistani market.

    Even though the price of this vehicle is incomparable, potential buyers may evaluate the Alpha’s resale value and parts availability.

    Given the lack of options in the Pakistani auto market, these cars are excellent choices for those who are looking for a cheap vehicle.

  • ‘I am 60 years old, not one PM visited us’: KP flood victim breaks down meeting PM Shehbaz

    ‘I am 60 years old, not one PM visited us’: KP flood victim breaks down meeting PM Shehbaz

    Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif visited the flood-affected areas of district Tank in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) today (August 4).

    The prime minister took a round of the shelter camps housing the flood-affected people where he interacted with the flood affectees.

    A 60-year-old man told PM Shehbaz how thankful and grateful he was to see him in their hours of distress.

    Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, who accompanied the PM during his visit, translated what the man said.

    “I am 60 years old. In my entire life, I haven’t seen any prime minister visiting us. You are the first Prime Minister who has come to share our grief. We are very grateful to you.”

    Read more: PM Shehbaz visits flood-hit Balochistan, orders immediate compensation

    Earlier this week, PM Shehbaz Sharif reached Quetta on a day-long visit on Monday, August 1, to oversee the relief operations in the flood-affected areas of Balochistan and ordered immediate compensation to the flood affectees.

  • TikToker promises to marry woman, allegedly rapes her

    TikToker promises to marry woman, allegedly rapes her

    A Lahore-based TikToker has allegedly raped a woman at a private hotel in the city. The rape survivor hails from Jhelum.

    According to details, the TikToker who hails from Lahore’s Dharampura area and goes by the name of Taimur befriended a woman on TikTok. He then called her to Lahore and promised to marry her. The TikToker kept her at a private hotel and allegedly raped her.

    A case has been registered at the Civil Lines Police Station upon the complaint of the rape survivor.

    The man fled the crime scene. The police is investigating the case and conducting raids to arrest the accused.

  • Pakistani rupee continues to recover, PSX witnesses bullish trend

    Pakistani rupee continues to recover, PSX witnesses bullish trend

    The dollar was trading at Rs223 on Thursday, as the Pakistani rupee (PKR) increased by Rs5.79 in interbank trade to extend its winning streak versus the dollar to five days.

    The Pakistani rupee increased against the US dollar for the fifth day in a row, rising Rs2.65 to close at Rs226.15.

    US dollar to Pakistani rupee rate – 4 August 2022

    As the market opened on a good note and remained optimistic with heavy volumes in nearly all sectors for a while, the benchmark KSE-100 likewise rose up to 500 points before 12:00 pm. However, as of 1:40 pm, the market fell by 290 points.

    On Wednesday, the rupee gained the most against foreign currencies in a single day, ending the day at Rs228.80. The dollar’s decline versus the rupee reached its biggest level since November 2, 1998, when it dropped by Rs5.10.

    The local currency is strengthening as a result of increased export inflows and reduced import expenditures, with optimism that the cash-strapped nation was getting closer to winning an IMF bailout bolstering confidence.

    A board meeting is provisionally scheduled for late August after sufficient finance assurances are secured, according to a statement released on Tuesday by Esther Perez Ruiz, the IMF’s Resident Representative for Pakistan.

    Read more: Pakistan rupee appreciates Rs9.58 against US dollar, closes at Rs228.8

    The dollar may devalue between Rs180 and Rs190 against the Pakistani rupee if the IMF releases the $1.2 billion tranche in August, according to Malik Bostan, chairman of the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP).

  • ECP ‘cowering in fear’: Khan calls supporters to join protest against chief election commissioner

    ECP ‘cowering in fear’: Khan calls supporters to join protest against chief election commissioner

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has urged his supporters to come out for a “peaceful” protest against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja and the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), which is set to take place in Islamabad today (Thursday).

    “Today I am calling all our people to come out in peaceful public protest against CEC and ECP in F9 Park at 6 pm. I will be addressing the gathering between 7:00 – 7:30 pm.”

    “CEC & ECP in cahoots with Imported govt conspired to try a technical knockout against PTI after PMLN got routed in Punjab by-elections despite the support of entire state machinery & ECP shenanigans. Now they are cowering in fear abt same happening to entire PDM in General Elections,” tweeted former prime minister Imran Khan.

    PTI withdraws reference to remove ECP chief

    PTI has withdrawn its reference against CEC Raja minutes after it was submitted in the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC).

    According to media reports, the reference was withdrawn to highlight further legal aspects. The party will also include the demand for reconsideration of the ECP verdict in the prohibited funding case.

    The reference was taken back from the registrar’s office.

    The reference sought to remove CEC Raja from his post on account of the “commission of continuous and deliberate misconduct”.

    Earlier in the day, the party filed a reference in which the former ruling party alleged that Raja was pressurised to announce the verdict on PTI’s foreign funding case.

    The party alleged that after a meeting between the CEC and Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) leaders, the ECP announced its foreign funding verdict.

    Speaking to the media after the reference was taken back, PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry warned the government that if they pull any stunt in the federal capital, then the PTI-led governments in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Punjab will fill their prisons with PDM leaders and its allies, reports Samaa News.

    Red Zone sealed

    Ahead of the PTI protest today, Islamabad’s district administration has sealed the Red Zone and placed containers at the entry points of the city.

    Entry into the Red Zone is banned for protesters and all unconcerned people. Personnel of law enforcement agencies including Anti-Riot Force, Rangers, FC and police have been deployed around the Red Zone. Entrance will be allowed only through the Margalla Road.

    Read more – After Punjab, KPK assembly also approves motion against ECP chief

    Earlier this week, PTI Chairman Imran Khan announced a “peaceful” protest outside the ECP. The party has repeatedly demanded the resignation of ECP Chief Sikandar Sultan Raja.

    ‘If someone tries to enter the Red Zone area, they shouldn’t complain about the consequences’: Rana Sanaullah

    Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah warned PTI of strict action against those who try to enter the Red Zone.

    He said that the PTI can attack the election commission; however, they should remember that the Islamabad High Court has imposed restrictions on staging protests in the Red Zone.

    “Protests are strictly prohibited in the Red Zone and if someone tries to enter the area, they shouldn’t complain about the consequences of their actions later,” he said.

    Rana Sanaullah added that there are some selected venues where the PTI can stage a “peaceful protest as it was everybody’s right in the democratic era”.