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  • Pakistan stuns India in Asian Junior Squash Championship final

    Pakistan stuns India in Asian Junior Squash Championship final

    Young Pakistani squash players have defeated India in the Asian Junior Squash Championship, clinching multiple titles and medals.

    In the boys’ Under-13 final, Pakistan’s Suhail Adnan overcame India’s Ayan Dhanuka with scores of 11-5, 11-2, 11-13, and 11-6 to secure gold. In the Under-15 final, Pakistan’s Nauman Khan dominated fellow Pakistani Ahmed Rayyan Khalil 12-10, 11-6, 11-2.

    In the girls’ Under-13 final, Pakistan’s Mahnoor Ali narrowly lost to China’s Yen Ziouan in a close five-game contest 9-11, 11-6, 11-9, 9-11, 10-12.

    Overall, Pakistan bagged two gold, two silver and one bronze medal in the main event and added two more titles in the Plate Division.

    The Asian Junior Squash Championship was held in Korea from July 1 to July 5.

     
  • Did an astrologer predict Shefali Jariwala’s death? Video clip leaves fans spooked

    Did an astrologer predict Shefali Jariwala’s death? Video clip leaves fans spooked

    An old podcast clip has resurfaced after the sudden death of Bollywood actress Shefali Jariwala, with fans calling it an eerie “prediction.” In the clip, host Paras Chhabra expresses concerns about her “sudden death” based on her astrological chart.

    The video, from an August 2024 episode of the Abra Ka Dabra Show, in which Paras is analysing Shefali’s birth chart. He highlighted that the combination of the Moon, Mercury, and Ketu in her eighth house could indicate sudden losses, hidden truths, and even an untimely death. In astrology, the eighth house is often associated with unexpected events and mystery. Paras called the Moon-Ketu combination a bad sign, warning it could lead to anxiety and nervous system issues.

    In the same episode, Shefali revealed that she had struggled with epilepsy as a child but had been seizure-free for two decades with the help of meditation, yoga, and a disciplined lifestyle.

    The video has now left fans in shock after Shefali’s sudden passing on June 27, 2025, at the age of 42. Many social media users are calling it a “chilling prediction,” noting that the clip feels deeply unsettling in hindsight.

    Shefali, best known as the “Kaanta Laga Girl,” collapsed at her Mumbai residence on June 27 and was rushed to the hospital, where she was declared dead on arrival. According to hospital staff, she had passed away before reaching the facility.

    Although initial reports suggested a heart attack, her long-time personal doctor told Indian media that Shefali had no history of cardiac issues. “She never had any heart condition and wasn’t on any medication for heart treatment,” the doctor said, adding that Shefali had been undergoing anti-ageing treatments for the past five to six years.

    Investigation suggests that Shefali regularly used anti-ageing injections on an empty stomach. On the day of her death, she reportedly gave herself an injection around noon, after which she began feeling chills and lost consciousness. Despite being rushed to the hospital, she could not be revived.

    Police have since seized all medicines found at her home as part of the ongoing investigation into her cause of death.

    Shefali Jariwala rose to fame with the 2002 hit song Kaanta Laga and later appeared in shows like Bigg Boss 13. Her unexpected death has left Bollywood and her fans in shock.

  • Aaqib Javed reveals how Babar, Rizwan can reclaim their T20 spots

    Aaqib Javed reveals how Babar, Rizwan can reclaim their T20 spots

    Director of the High Performance Centre Aaqib Javed believes that Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan must adapt their game if they want to return to Pakistan’s T20 side.

    Speaking to reporters at Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) skills development camp, Aaqib confirmed that both batters have been given clear, detailed feedback on where they need to improve as part of efforts to modernise Pakistan’s style of play.

    “Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have also been informed about where improvement is needed,” Aaqib said. “Both are senior players, and we had honest discussions with them about how to enhance their game.”

    The pair has often faced criticism for their steady approach in the shortest format, which many believe does not match the modern, high-scoring demands of T20 cricket. Aaqib made it clear that only players capable of consistently contributing to 200-plus totals will be part of the team’s future plans.

    “We’ll need to score 200-plus runs,” he said. “Whether it’s a youngster or a senior player, we will go with the best available option for Pakistan. The conditions will be the same for all teams, so we have to prepare smartly and select accordingly.”

    Head coach Mike Hesson has not ruled out their return either, but for now, the focus remains on trusting younger talent for the upcoming tours of Bangladesh and the West Indies. 

    The PCB hopes these candid discussions will help Babar and Rizwan adapt and reclaim their place by aligning with the team’s evolving style.

  • Public calls for ban on BJP-backed ‘anti-Islam’ film

    Public calls for ban on BJP-backed ‘anti-Islam’ film

    People from different walks of life, particularly Indian Muslims, have sought a ban on upcoming Bollywood film ‘Udaipur Files’ after its newly-launched trailer blatantly targeted Islam and the country’s Muslim community.

    As per the details, a trailer for the film backed by Amit Jani of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has not only provoked Muslims for labelling them as terrorists but also shown characters spewing hate against Islam, mosques, historical Muslim figures as well as Islamic beliefs.

    The film revolves around the story of tailor Kanhaiya Lal, who was murdered in the city of Udaipur in Rajasthan. During a campaign surrounding the murder, Muslims were portrayed as terrorists and Islam was presented as the “wrong religion”.

    The trailer for the film also hints at anti-Pakistan content embedded within the film directed by Bharat S Sharanate, featuring Mushtaq Khan, Ehsan Khan, Preeti Jhangyani, and Rajneesh Duggal among others.

    Following the release of the trailer, several political and social leaders, including Indian social media influencers, have called the film anti-Islamic and demanded that it be banned.

    “They fear that hatred and violence against Muslims could increase after the film’s release, as witnessed earlier, when Yash Raj Films’ uninspired, over-the-top, and historically inaccurate flop Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, faced backlash for inciting riots in Nagpur.”

    The film, which portrays the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire, has been criticized for its comically cruel depiction of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, leading to violent protests and riots in the city.

     

    The trouble began when members of the right-wing organization Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) took to the streets, demanding the destruction of Aurangzeb’s tomb in Aurangabad.

     

    In a dramatic display, they set fire to an effigy of the emperor while chanting slogans, which only fueled the flames of unrest. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis linked the film to the violence, stating that it had stirred anger against Aurangzeb and incited clashes in Nagpur.

    “Chhaava has ignited people’s anger against Aurangzeb. Still, everyone must keep Maharashtra peaceful,” Fadnavis urged, emphasizing the need for calm amidst the chaos. He described the violence as “pre-planned” and a “conspiracy,” noting that specific homes and businesses were targeted during the riots.

    The unrest resulted in widespread chaos, with vehicles torched and over a dozen people injured, including at least 15 police officers, one of whom is in critical condition. In response, an indefinite curfew has been imposed in several areas of Nagpur, including Kotwali and Ganeshpeth, to prevent further escalation.

     
     

    The backlash against Chhaava isn’t new; earlier this year, fans of the film vandalized signboards in Delhi and even disrupted screenings in Gujarat. Journalist Saurabh Shukla weighed in, criticizing the film’s impact: “After watching Chhaava, people came out on the streets with sticks and rods for Aurangzeb.”

    While the film’s producers have yet to comment, Chhaava continues to draw mixed reactions for its portrayal of Aurangzeb, with many accusing it of historical inaccuracies and exaggeration.

  • Indian techie goes viral after working for four startups at the same time

    Indian techie goes viral after working for four startups at the same time

    Soham Parekh, an India-based software engineer, has shocked Silicon Valley after it was revealed that he had been secretly working for multiple startups simultaneously for several years.

    Once the truth came to light, all of his employers promptly fired him.

    It was Suhail Doshi, CEO of image generation startup Playground AI, who warned other companies on X about Parekh’s scheme. Doshi wrote, “There’s a guy named Soham Parekh who works at 3-4 startups at the same time. He’s been preying on YC companies and more. Beware.”

    His post went viral, receiving nearly 20 million views and prompting other founders to share similar experiences.

    Flo Crivello, CEO of Lindy, said he had recently hired Parekh but fired him after seeing Doshi’s post. Matt Parkhurst, CEO of Antimetal, revealed that Parekh was their first engineering hire in 2022 and that they also fired him after discovering he was moonlighting. Sync Labs and other Y Combinator-backed startups, including Pally AI and Mosaic, also had run-ins with Parekh.

    Despite the deception, many CEOs admitted that Parekh was an impressive candidate and excelled in technical interviews. At Reworkd, he was among the top performers but raised suspicions when it turned out he was based in India, not the US as he had claimed. Some founders said his GitHub activity and job history often didn’t add up.

    In an interview on the Technology Business Programming Network, Parekh admitted he had been juggling multiple jobs since 2022. He claimed he did all the work himself without using AI or junior engineers, sometimes working up to 140 hours a week. Parekh said he took on so many roles because he was in “financial jeopardy” and had deferred his plans for graduate school.

    When asked why he didn’t negotiate a better salary instead of secretly working several jobs, Parekh said he preferred to keep his professional and personal lives separate. He admitted he is not proud of what he did and doesn’t recommend it.

    Meanwhile, social media users have been quick to weigh in on the situation, with reactions ranging from criticism to begrudging admiration.

    One user wrote, “You just made Soham superstar of the year!” Another said, “How does he keep getting hired?” Others joked, “Come on man. Leave Soham jobs for the rest of us” and “I’m actually impressed he gets hired so much, he must be amazing at interviews!”

    Some people are calling Parekh a scammer and a liar, but true to Silicon Valley style, he seems to be trying to turn his sudden fame into a business opportunity.

  • Security forces eliminate 30 terrorists attempting to infiltrate via Pak-Aghan border: ISPR

    Security forces eliminate 30 terrorists attempting to infiltrate via Pak-Aghan border: ISPR

    Pakistan’s security forces have killed 30 terrorists belonging to an “Indian proxy” outfit during an attempted infiltration through the Pak-Afghan border in the Hassan Khel tehsil of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) North Waziristan district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday.

    The country has seen a sharp rise in terror activities, particularly in KP and Balochistan since the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022.

    The military media wing stated that on the nights of July 2 and July 3, “movement of a large group of khwarij, belonging to Indian proxy Fitna al Khawarij, who were trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was detected by the security forces in general area Hassan Khel, North Waziristan district”.

    According to the ISPR, “all 30 Indian-sponsored khawarij were sent to hell” as a result of the military’s “prices and skilful engagement” after the security forces foiled their bid to infiltrate the border.

    “A large number of weapons, explosives and ammunition have been recovered from the slain terrorists,” the statement added.

    The military media wing appreciated the security forces’ “exceptional professionalism, vigilance and preparedness” in preventing a “potential catastrophe”.

    The ISPR urged the Afghan government to “check and prevent the use of Afghan soil by ‘foreign proxies’ for orchestrating terrorist activities against Pakistan”.

    “The security forces of Pakistan remain resolute and unwavering in their commitment to defend the nation’s frontiers and to eradicate the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country,” the statement added.

    The incident occurred days after an explosive-laden vehicle of the Indian-sponsored terrorists rammed into a security forces vehicle in the North Waziristan district, martyring 13 Pakistan Army soldiers.

  • Key Pakistani player likely to miss Asia Cup 2025

    Key Pakistani player likely to miss Asia Cup 2025

    Pakistan’s star all-rounder Shadab Khan is likely to miss the Asia Cup 2025 as he undergoes shoulder surgery in London today, ruling him out for at least six to 12 weeks.

    He could also miss the upcoming series against Bangladesh and the West Indies, and his participation in the Asia Cup remains uncertain.

    According to reports, Shadab is expected to take between six and twelve weeks to fully recover from the procedure. He had been struggling with shoulder pain for some time, which impacted his ability to bowl and throw effectively. The injury worsened during the recent home series against Bangladesh, where he experienced discomfort even while bowling his googlies. An MRI scan during his visit to England revealed the full extent of the injury, and doctors recommended immediate surgery.

    Shadab served as vice-captain under skipper Salman Ali Agha during the Bangladesh series, where he took four wickets and scored 55 runs in two innings. However, now he will miss Pakistan’s return tour to Bangladesh later this month.

    As a centrally contracted player, Shadab’s medical expenses will be covered by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). At 26, he has opted to address the issue now to avoid risking long-term damage to his career. He remains determined to return to top form and help Pakistan win the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

    To date, Shadab has represented Pakistan in six Tests, 70 ODIs, and 112 T20Is, scoring 1,947 runs and taking 211 wickets.

  • ‘Malik Riaz has apologised to army chief; offered 3,000 kanals of land for military martyrs,’ claims journalist

    ‘Malik Riaz has apologised to army chief; offered 3,000 kanals of land for military martyrs,’ claims journalist

    Veteran journalist Azaz Syed has claimed that controversial property tycoon Malik Riaz has written two letters within last month to the Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir. 

    The journalist, while speaking on his YouTube channel TalkSHOCK on Wednesday, claimed that the property tycoon wrote the first letter to Field Marshal Munir on June 3, offering an apology over his recent conduct. “He [Malik Riaz] has expressed a desire to serve the country,” Azaz revealed. 

    The scribe further claimed that Riaz wrote a second letter to the army chief on June 12 or 13, announcing that he would dedicate 3,000 Kanals of land in the name of military martyrs. 

    He went on to say that some leaders in the incumbent government, including Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Military Intelligence (MI) Major General Wajid, want to resolve the stand-off with Riaz and bring him back to the country, given that the property tycoon is a big businessman and Pakistan needs economic stability.

    However, the journalist later added that some individuals do not agree with this approach, saying, “I have heard that DG ISI, DG IB and some other personalities think otherwise.”

    On May 31, three days before the property tycoon wrote the first letter to General Asim Munir, an accountability court issued non-bailable warrants for arrest of the property tycoon, his son, Ahmed Ali Riaz and others in the Bahria Town Karachi (BTK) land grab case.

    The court directed investigating officer Waqar Anwar to arrest and produce them in court on July 17.


    In March, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) issued a press release, claiming that it had sealed “numerous” commercial and residential properties of Riaz across the country for “defrauding people of billions of rupees.”

     
    The accountability watchdog further said that it “once again informs the public that several cases of fraud and deception against Malik Riaz Ahmed, owner of Bahria Town, and others are currently under investigation.”

  • Czech mountaineer Klára Poláčková dies in fall on Nanga Parbat

    Czech mountaineer Klára Poláčková dies in fall on Nanga Parbat

    Renowned Czech mountaineer Klára Poláčková has died after reportedly falling into a ravine while attempting to scale Nanga Parbat, Pakistan’s second-highest peak and one of the world’s most dangerous mountains.

    The 46-year-old climber was part of a seven-member expedition, which included her husband. The team had arrived in Pakistan on June 15 and reached Bonar Base Camp in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Diamer district on June 17.

    According to Pakistan’s Alpine Club, the accident occurred early Thursday morning between Camp I and Camp II. Preliminary reports suggest an oxygen cylinder explosion may have triggered the fall, but this has yet to be confirmed.

    Klára’s teammates managed to return to base camp and confirm her death. Recovery teams have been dispatched, though officials say the mountain’s difficult terrain could delay the retrieval of her body.

    Klára was the first Czech woman to summit both Mount Everest and K2 and was attempting to add Nanga Parbat to her list of 8,000-meter peaks. Known as the “Killer Mountain,” Nanga Parbat has a fatality rate of around 22% and is considered one of the most perilous climbs in the world.

    The Alpine Club of Pakistan expressed its condolences, calling her loss a devastating blow to the global climbing community.

  • ‘Next personal attack will land you in court’: Nadia Khan warns actors, anchors

    ‘Next personal attack will land you in court’: Nadia Khan warns actors, anchors

    Pakistani actress and host Nadia Khan has warned her fellow artists and anchors, stating that she will take legal action if any personal remarks are made about her again.

    Nadia, who began her career as an actress but rose to fame through her morning shows, has often faced criticism from both the public and industry peers. Recently, her show Kya Drama Hai, where she and other well-known actors discuss trending Pakistani dramas, has sparked backlash. Her comments have drawn disapproval from prominent figures, including Faisal Qureshi, Sarwat Gilani, Behroze Sabzwari, and Yasir Hussain. Veteran actress Saba Faisal also expressed her anger at Nadia and the show’s hosts in a video message.

    In response, Nadia has recently posted a video on YouTube, stating she will no longer tolerate personal attacks. “If anyone tries to attack me personally now, they will have to face the court,” she declared. She added, “If morals are sold for money and fame, then the law will take its course.”

    Nadia warned that she intends to file cases under criminal and civil defamation laws, as well as the PECA Act, legal actions that could result in years of court battles for the accused. “This is my final warning,” she said. “If there is another personal comment, it will have serious consequences.”

    Her statement has sparked mixed reactions on social media. Some users support her stance, saying no one should be subjected to personal attacks. Others, however, point out that Nadia herself has often criticised others and now seems unable to accept similar criticism in return.