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  • Sindh High Court tells Arif Alvi, his family to join NCCIA inquiry in Pakistan

    Sindh High Court tells Arif Alvi, his family to join NCCIA inquiry in Pakistan

    The Constitutional Bench of the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Tuesday directed former President Dr Arif Alvi and his family to immediately join an inquiry initiated by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) regarding a petition challenging the freezing of their bank accounts.

    The bench, comprising Justice Muhammad Karim Khan Agha and Justice Adnan-ul-Karim Memon, directed the petitioners to fully cooperate with the Investigation Officer (IO) and said those abroad must return immediately to join the probe. 

    The IO assured the court that the petitioners would not be detained if they returned and appeared before him.

    According to details, in May this year, Alvi, his spouse Samina Alvi, their son Awab Alvi and daughter-in-law Sadiqa Awab Alvi had approached the court against the blocking of their bank accounts, reportedly on the directives of the NCCIA under alleged provisions of the Anti-Money Laundering Act and other laws.

    During the hearing on Tuesday, the petitioners’ counsel, Ali Tahir, questioned the lawful authority of the NCCIA to block bank accounts, saying the petitioners had not committed any offence. The inquiry officer informed the court that despite being served notices, the petitioners had not joined the inquiry.

    The lawyer submitted that the petitioners were out of the country, and the bench chimed in, asking why they were avoiding the inquiry if they had not committed any crime.

    The bench in its order said: “All the petitioners, who are above 18 years, are directed to come to Pakistan and immediately join the inquiry and give full cooperation to the investigation officer,” directing the IO to complete the inquiry in respect of those petitioners who return to Pakistan before the next hearing.

    “Petitioners shall ensure that they should come Pakistan as soon as possible and join inquiry so that the enquiry can be finalized (sic),” the bench in its order further noted.

    Meanwhile, the hearing has been adjourned till Oct 25.

    Earlier, the petitioners, citing the Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, NCCIA, various private banks and others as respondents, contended that the NCCIA had mailed an undated letter to all commercial banks to block their accounts.

    The petitioners also submitted that the NCCIA had reportedly commenced baseless inquiries against Alvi under Sections 298 (uttering words, etc, with deliberate intent to wound religious feelings) and 298-A (use of derogatory remarks, etc, in respect of holy personages) of the Pakistan Penal Code, on extremely sensitive blasphemy-related allegations.

  • MoltyFoam’s MoltyOrtho Campaign Celebrates the Circle of Care

    MoltyFoam’s MoltyOrtho Campaign Celebrates the Circle of Care

    MoltyFoam, the leading mattress brand in Pakistan, has launched a moving new campaign that speaks to one of life’s most universal truths: as children grow older, the roles between parents and children begin to reverse. The ad, centered around the brand’s orthopedic line MoltyOrtho, highlights this transition with tender storytelling, reminding audiences that the love once given to us deserves to be returned with equal care.

    The campaign’s narrative captures familiar childhood milestones, fathers teaching their children how to ride a bike, cheering them on as they take their first steps, and quietly smiling through every success. These memories serve as a backdrop to the present, where aging parents now walk more slowly, carry themselves with more effort, and lean on their children for support.

    At its core, the message is clear: they once stood tall for us when the world felt too big; now it is our turn to be their strength.

    A Mattress with a Mission

    While the campaign is steeped in emotion, it is also grounded in purpose. MoltyOrtho is designed with orthopedic precision, offering advanced spinal alignment, joint support, and lasting comfort, features that become increasingly important as bodies age. 

    Developed with input from medical experts, the mattress reflects MoltyFoam’s commitment to innovation in sleep solutions that genuinely improve lives.

    Beyond Marketing

    By tying product relevance with deeply human experiences, MoltyFoam positions itself as more than just a mattress brand; it is the best mattress brand in Pakistan. The company continues to build on its legacy of campaigns rooted in family values, empathy, and social awareness. In this latest effort, the message resonates across generations: care is not bound by age, it evolves, it deepens, and it comes full circle.

    MoltyFoam’s campaign has already sparked conversation online, drawing appreciation for its heartfelt storytelling and its ability to remind audiences of the bonds that truly matter.

    Comfort That Grows With You

    With MoltyOrtho, MoltyFoam delivers more than physical rest. It delivers reassurance, the assurance that parents who once carried their children forward will now be carried in return, with the same love, comfort, and dignity.

    You can watch the campaign here. 



  • Rubi Anum apologizes to Bushra Ansari after calling her ‘old’

    Rubi Anum apologizes to Bushra Ansari after calling her ‘old’

    Rubi Anum has publicly apologized after facing heavy backlash for her controversial remarks about veteran actress Bushra Ansari.

    In a video circulating on social media, Rubi said, “I did not say anything bad intentionally. I will share the reason behind my remarks very soon on my TV show.”

    She added, “I did not intend to hurt anyone. You cannot find happiness by hurting others. If someone thinks that I did this all intentionally, I apologize.”

    Rubi further urged people not to judge her too quickly.

    Earlier, during her appearance on Sabih Sumair’s podcast, Rubi had made remarks suggesting Bushra Ansari should retire instead of doing vlogs. She said, “Bushra Ansari is my favourite. I like her a lot; if I say so, it would be a lie. She should rest at this age. She is not at that age now to take up a camera and do vlogging.”

    She went on to add, “She should fear Allah. What is she doing now that she is old? She is older than our mothers.”

    Her comments quickly drew backlash from fellow celebrities. Actress Zhalay Sarhadi said, “Incredibly out of line, intrusive, rude and disrespectful. Why must such people spew needless opinions? To get viral? Is that it? Such a disgrace.”

    Actress Mamya Shajaffar added, “Breaks my heart how women always bring other women down.”

    Singer Ghania Ali wrote, “Ok, I found her extremely rude, period!”


    Reacting strongly to these remarks, Bushra Ansari said, “It was a cheap attempt by someone to get fame. Cheap people can say anything to anyone.”

    She clarified that she does not even know her personally. “I don’t even know her, I have seen her in some viral videos maybe.”

    Bushra also said, “Umer Sharif, Zia Mohyeddin, and Moin Akhtar were fortunate to leave the world with respect.” She added that she always refers to Bollywood’s Amitabh Bachchan with great respect.

  • Trump says Pak-India ceasefire declared ‘five hours’ after he threatened Modi with tariffs

    Trump says Pak-India ceasefire declared ‘five hours’ after he threatened Modi with tariffs

    US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that the conflict between Pakistan and India in May ended “within five hours” after he threatened to scrap a trade deal during talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani officials.

    Speaking at a cabinet meeting, flanked by his Secretary of State Marco Rubio, President Trump recalled, “I said, ‘What’s going on with you and Pakistan’. The hatred was tremendous. This has been going on for a hell of a long time, like, sometimes with different names for hundreds of years.”

    “I said, ‘I don’t want to make a trade deal with you’…I said, ‘call me back tomorrow.’ But we’re not going to do any deals with you, or we’re going to put tariffs on you that are so high, your head’s going to spin,” Trump added.

    “Within about five hours, it was done…Now maybe it starts again. I don’t know. I don’t think so, but I’ll stop it if it does. We can’t let these things happen.”

    He reiterated that during the conflict between two nuclear-armed neighbours, “seven jets” were shot down. “I said that’s not good. That’s a lot of jets. Planes worth one hundred and fifty million dollars were shot down. Lot of…seven, maybe even more than that. They did not even report the real number,” he added.

    President Trump’s latest statement appears to be in line with Pakistani claims of shooting down six Indian jets on the night of May 6-7, inflicting massive damage to the Indian Air Force (IAF). India has never explicitly revealed the number of lost jets, including Rafales, despite several media reports validating that Pakistan did successfully shoot down multiple jets. 

    During a press conference on May 11, Indian Air Marshal AK Bharti, without disclosing the number of downed Rafales, admitted that “losses are part of combat,” implying irreparable damage to their air force.

    Since the conflict between Islamabad and New Delhi, he has repeatedly claimed that he brokered a ceasefire on May 10, a claim acknowledged by Islamabad but denied by New Delhi.

  • Michael Clarke issues message after skin cancer treatment

    Michael Clarke issues message after skin cancer treatment

    Former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke has shared an important message with fans after undergoing treatment for skin cancer.

    In a post on social media platform X, Clarke wrote, “Skin cancer is real! Especially in . Another one cut out of my nose today. A friendly reminder to get your skin checked. Prevention is better than cure but in my case, regular check ups and early detection is key. So grateful that @drbishsoliman_ got it early . @australianskincancerfoundation.”

    He advised his followers to be vigilant: “A friendly reminder to get your skin checked. Prevention is better than cure. In my case, regular check ups and early detection is key.”

    Clarke showed signs of skin cancer a few years ago, but he did not immediately disclose the condition publicly.

    Australia has high rates rates of skin cancer, owing to its proximity to the Ozone Antarctic Zone and high UV intensity. 

    The most common skin cancers in Australia are Basal Cell Carcinoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma – both easily treatable if caught early – with the much more dangerous Melanoma being less common.  Approximately two out of three Australians will develop skin cancer in their life time. 

    Australian actor Hugh Jackman also developed multiple instances of basal Carcinoma, which he has blamed on excessive sun exposure as a kid.

  • Sonu Nigam says this Pakistani icon contributed to his success

    Sonu Nigam says this Pakistani icon contributed to his success

    Indian singer Sonu Nigam has expressed deep gratitude for legendary Pakistani singer Attaullah Esakhelvi, saying that the veteran artist played a big role in his career.

    In a recent interview, Sonu said, “Definitely, he is a beautiful soul and holds great importance in my life. I had just started my career covering his songs. He called me and said, ‘Mr. Sonu, I am Attaullah Esakhelvi from Pakistan, and I want to tell you that you sang it really well.’”

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    Sonu added, “I was just 19 at that time. It was very kind of him. I pray for all those legendary singers who contributed to my success.”

    Expressing his gratitude, he added, “I am indebted to him. I credit all my success to him, and Acha Sila was the turning point of my career, a song that was heard by every person in India.”

    Sonu Nigam, often called the Mohammed Rafi of the modern era, is one of Bollywood’s most celebrated playback singers. His career spans decades, with hit songs like Kal Ho Naa Ho, Sandese Aate Hai, Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin, Suraj Hua Maddham, and Main Agar Kahoon.

  • ‘The collab we wanted’: Hasan Raheem teams up with Anjum, Yunus for ‘Exes’

    ‘The collab we wanted’: Hasan Raheem teams up with Anjum, Yunus for ‘Exes’

    Hasan Raheem has just released Exes, the second track from his upcoming album Dil Kay Parday. The song features Talha Anjum and Talha Yunus, with Abdullah Kasumbi and Matt Cohn handling production.

    The track has light guitars, smooth synths, and a beat that feels perfect for late-night listening. Raheem sings, “You’ve been talking to your exes,” with just the right tone, making it instantly relatable. Anjum and Yunus add powerful verses that balance Raheem’s emotional side, making sure the song doesn’t get too soft.

    One of the most powerful moments comes from Anjum’s line , “Haath uthay hain to Rab kay liye Koi nae mera, main sab kay liye…”


    Raheem appears calm, but when the mood shifts, he transforms into Anjum or Yunus. Yunus is shown in a flooded house, while Anjum raps in a city on fire, visuals that match the emotions of love, suffocation, and anger.

    Exes feels a lot like an actual ex, familiar, comfortable, and hard to forget. Hasan Raheem has been staying in this same moody, emotional style since Aisa Hi Hun and Joona. 

    That’s why songs like Zaalima, Memories and Radha felt so fresh. They had desi melodies and showed that Raheem was ready to try something new. Exes, on the other hand, feels like a step back. 

    Fans filled the comment section with excitement, one user wrote, “The collab I wantedd is almost here ”

    Another added, “The collab we knew and we wanted ❤❤❤”

    A fan commented, “SOMETHING BIG COMING SOON ”

    While another wrote, “YOUR SONG EXES RIGHT AFTER MARRIAGE IS WILD ”

  • Mickey Arthur calls Babar, Rizwan unfit for T20 cricket

    Mickey Arthur calls Babar, Rizwan unfit for T20 cricket

    Former Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur has said that Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan are not well-suited for T20 cricket.

    Speaking on a private TV channel, Arthur stated, “Babar and Rizwan are not fit for T20 cricket. Both are good players, but cricket has changed. For the style of cricket they want to play, they need players who can execute that plan on the ground.”

    Arthur praised current head coach Mike Hesson, saying, “Hesson and Salman Ali Agha want to play cricket according to their plan.” He also recalled Pakistan’s past success, adding, “During our tenure, Pakistan became number one, and for that, Sarfaraz Ahmed and I had planned everything.”

    Next month’s Asia Cup in the UAE has sparked debate after former Pakistan captain and record-breaking batter Babar Azam, along with wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan, were excluded from the squad. The move has drawn criticism from many quarters, with former captain Rashid Latif also weighing in.

    In an interview with Khaleej Times, Latif claimed the exclusion of Babar and Rizwan was the result of “internal politics,” saying, “There has been a dip in their recent performances, but they were dropped not just for cricketing reasons but due to politics.”

    Latif added, “Pakistan is currently ranked eighth in ICC T20 rankings. At such a time, ignoring players like Babar and Rizwan makes no sense because we do not have any batter like Don Bradman.”

    He reiterated, “The ongoing power struggles and internal politics within PCB have mentally affected two of our best players, which has also impacted their performance.”

  • Capt Taimur martyred in Waziristan four days before wedding

    Capt Taimur martyred in Waziristan four days before wedding

    Captain Taimur Abbas, adjutant of the 73rd Battalion of the Punjab Regiment, embraced martyrdom in the line of duty at the Waziristan front, just four days before his wedding.

    The brave officer was the only son of Brigadier Hassan Abbas, and his wedding had been scheduled for August 30.

    Captain Taimur will be buried with full military honours. His martyrdom becomes part of the long legacy of soldiers who laid down their lives in defence of Pakistan’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.

    Separately, security forces foiled an infiltration bid into Balochistan’s Zhob district and killed 47 terrorists, reports said on Tuesday, citing security sources.

    According to details, when a large group of terrorists belonging to the Indian proxy Fitna-al-Khawarij, a term used for the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), were attempting to infiltrate through the Pak-Afghanistan border in Sambaza, the security forces detected their movement.

    From August 7 to 9, the security forces carried out an operation against the terrorists, during which all 47 militants were neutralised, reports suggest, adding, “Most of the terrorists killed in the operation were Afghan nationals.”

    Pakistan has witnessed a sharp uptick in cross-border terror incidents ever since Taliban rulers returned to Afghanistan in August 2021, particularly in the contiguous provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan.

  • OGDCL: 65 years of precision, purpose, and progress – the energy to deliver

    OGDCL: 65 years of precision, purpose, and progress – the energy to deliver

    For six and a half decades, Oil and Gas Development Company Limited has consistently achieved new milestones and upheld its commitment to delivering energy. Over the years, OGDCL has translated technical ambition into energy that powers Pakistan.


    Building on this legacy, OGDCL has focused its journey on sustainable growth and innovation. The company continues to enhance production from existing wells through advanced technologies such as Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESPs), while also pursuing new discoveries and projects to expand reserves. It has launched a production optimisation drive to boost Pakistan’s oil and gas output and strengthen energy security.


    Alongside exploration and development, OGDCL invests heavily in its people, equipping its workforce with technical expertise, leadership skills, and teamwork capabilities through targeted training programmes.


    The company has built a nationwide footprint of operated fields, processing plants and pipelines, supported by seismic acquisition, data processing and well services that shorten the cycle from prospect to production. In recent years, the company has leaned on targeted interventions—workovers, artificial lift and compression—to sustain output from mature assets while integrating new wells into the system.


    In addition to field operations, OGDCL, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and under the aegis of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), organised the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 (PMIF25) in April 2025. The forum showcased Pakistan’s vast mineral potential and provided global investors with a platform to explore opportunities in the country’s mineral sector. OGDCL is also a key partner in the Reko Diq copper-gold project alongside Barrick Gold, the Government of Balochistan and other state-owned enterprises.


    Beyond Pakistan, OGDCL has stepped into Abu Dhabi’s Offshore Block-5 through Pakistan International Oil Limited (PIOL), a consortium with PPL, Mari and GHPL. This award marks the first entry of Pakistani E&P companies into the UAE’s prolific petroleum province, expanding OGDCL’s technical exposure and future resource pipeline.


    Throughout its 65-year journey, OGDCL has embodied precision, purpose, and strength, turning vision into reality through consistent breakthroughs in Pakistan’s energy sector. The company has built a record of progress that strengthens national energy security and supports economic growth. Guided by its commitment to sustainable development and innovation, OGDCL continues to transform challenges into opportunities. This journey of six and a half decades reflects more than milestones—it reflects the energy to deliver.