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  • Noor Zafar hits back at Reham Khan for dragging Sara Khan’s daughter into debate

    Noor Zafar hits back at Reham Khan for dragging Sara Khan’s daughter into debate

    Actress Noor Zafar Khan has slammed Reham Khan’s recent criticism of her sister Sara Khan, calling it “immoral” to involve an innocent child in the debate.

    Reham Khan recently appeared in a show where she commented on Sara’s views about feminism, saying she knows Sara only because of her husband Falak Shabbir. 

    During the interview, Reham said, “Sara Khan is also the mother of a daughter and tomorrow her daughter will also be married off to another house, so what will be Sara’s reaction if something goes wrong with her? Sara should understand that she is working in showbiz only because of feminism and is famous because of that.”

    Noor then angrily took to Instagram stories to condemn Reham’s remarks. “You yourself talk about feminism but you also include her child to criticize the mother, which is sad,” Noor wrote.

    She added, “Sara only gave her opinion, she didn’t target anyone or involve anyone’s children. An innocent girl was dragged in to criticize Sara so is this feminism?”

    Calling it a misuse of activism, she wrote, “This is not feminism but immorality in the guise of ‘activism’. If you really stand for women, then first respect the boundaries that protect us all, especially those who are the most innocent.”

    Noor concluded by saying, “Any movement that uses a child as a weapon for its cause cannot call itself progressive. Before promoting feminism, it should be remembered that the real power lies not in silencing women, but in encouraging them.”

  • VIDEO: Lahore teacher collapses after suffering cardiac arrest during lecture

    VIDEO: Lahore teacher collapses after suffering cardiac arrest during lecture

    A teacher from Muzaffargarh’s Shah Jamal area, identified as Niaz Ahmed, reportedly lost his life in Lahore after suffering cardiac arrest while delivering a training lecture.

    According to initial reports, Niaz Ahmed suddenly felt severe chest pain during a teacher training session at Crescent Model School in Lahore and collapsed. He passed away shortly after. 

    In recent days, Pakistan has seen several similar incidents where young professionals and students have died of sudden cardiac arrest. 

    In 2023, a young student in Karachi died of cardiac arrest. His body was found in the washroom of the hostel.

    Cardiac arrest is the sudden cessation of breathing after the heart develops an irregular rhythm. The person suffering from cardiac arrest loses consciousness. There is a short window for getting treatment, otherwise the person may die. 

    A sudden cardiac arrest is markedly different from a heart attack, during which blood flow to a part of the heart may get blocked. Cardiac arrest usually has nothing to do with blood flow. 

    While sudden cardiac arrest often occurs with no symptoms, in some cases the event may be preceded by palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain and lightheadedness.

  • Pakistan leaves big names out of T20 squad for Bangladesh series

    Pakistan leaves big names out of T20 squad for Bangladesh series

    The national T20 squad has been finalised for the upcoming series against Bangladesh.

    However, it remains undecided whether the three matches in the West Indies leg of the tour will be played as One Day Internationals (ODIs) or switched to the T20 format.

    A final decision will be made following approval from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, and the possible squad announcement is expected soon.

    According to media reports, leg-spinner Shadab Khan will not be available due to fitness issues. He is currently suffering from a shoulder injury that may require surgery. The selection committee, with the input of captain Salman Ali Agha and head coach Mike Hesson, has given preference to young players for the finalised squad.

    While major changes in the T20 squad are not expected, spinner Sufiyan Muqeem will be part of Pakistan’s T20 squad. Previously, senior players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi were also not part of the home series against Bangladesh.

    The West Indies Cricket Board has yet to respond to the PCB’s proposal of converting the ODI matches into T20s. If matters are finalised, the squad for the West Indies tour will also be announced alongside the Bangladesh squad.

    The training camp for the Bangladesh series will begin in Karachi on July 7, while head coach Mike Hesson is set to arrive in Pakistan on July 6. The national team will depart for Dhaka on July 16, with matches scheduled for July 20, 22, and 24.

    After the Bangladesh series, the team will travel to the USA for three T20 matches, followed by ODIs. The PCB has requested the West Indies board to convert the ODIs into T20 matches.

  • Sand, stars, and stardom: Hania Aamir and Diljit Dosanjh shine on Gadani beach

    Sand, stars, and stardom: Hania Aamir and Diljit Dosanjh shine on Gadani beach

    A talented Pakistani artist has found a breathtaking way to honour actress Hania Aamir by turning an entire beach into his canvas.

    Sameer Shaukat, a creative artist known for his sand art, shared jaw-dropping photos on Instagram of what he calls the “world’s largest sand art portrait” made for Hania Aamir. The portrait, crafted on the beach of Gadani in Balochistan, features the actress’s face sculpted entirely out of mud and sand.

    Tagging Hania in his post, he wrote, “This is the world’s largest sand art portrait made for you on the beach of Gadani in Balochistan and I think you have never seen it before.”

    The artwork has quickly gone viral, earning admiration from social media users who are tagging Hania in the comments to see how she’ll respond. Many praised Sameer’s creativity and the effort behind the massive tribute.

    But he didn’t stop there.


    In another post, Sameer revealed an even more ambitious creation: a joint sand portrait of Hania Aamir and Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, captioned, “World’s biggest sand art portraits of @haniaheheofficial and @diljitdosanjh were made & gifted by me @sameershoukat11 and my team.”

    Fans have flooded the comments with love and praise, sending hearts to both the artist and the stars.

  • Earthquake jolts Lahore, parts of Punjab

    Earthquake jolts Lahore, parts of Punjab

    An earthquake hit several parts of Punjab on Tuesday, with tremors felt in the provincial capital Lahore and surrounding areas.

    According to reports, the quake was also felt in Kasur, Okara, Sheikhupura, Muridke and Kamoke.

    Details to follow…

  • Mehwish Hayat, Yo Yo Honey Singh may face UK ban for THIS  song

    Mehwish Hayat, Yo Yo Honey Singh may face UK ban for THIS  song

    Pakistani star Mehwish Hayat and Indian singer Yo Yo Honey Singh could face a ban from entering the UK.

    British Parliament member Manuela Perteghella has formally called for action against the two, urging the UK Home Office to investigate the video for its “disturbing glorification of violence,” Deadline reported.

    Jatt Mehkma’s music video was filmed in the UK and released in November. It has already gained nearly 40 million views on YouTube. The four-minute clip ends with four minor boys joining Hayat’s character in opening fire on a group of men using replica automatic weapons and shotguns.

    According to reports, the video was shot at Eastnor Castle in Herefordshire and in Birmingham’s city centre, with help from a UK-based production company.

    The Home Office is reportedly considering exclusion orders barring Hayat and Singh from re-entering the country. “There are serious concerns about the use of imitation firearms and exposing minors to violent themes,” reports quoted a source familiar with the matter said.

    Mehwish Hayat, known for roles in Ms. Marvel and Pakistani films like Load Wedding and Actor in Law, denied that any official action is being taken. “These claims are entirely speculative and misleading,” she said, urging media platforms to verify facts before sharing such news.

    Yo Yo Honey Singh, a major figure in India’s hip-hop scene, has yet to respond publicly.

    The UK Home Office and West Midlands Police have declined to comment, and no legal steps have been announced yet. Following the controversy, the BBC Asian Network has reportedly dropped Jatt Mehkma from future playlists.

  • Two children die from food poisoning after eating fast food

    Two children die from food poisoning after eating fast food

    Two young daughters of kabaddi player Naveed Pahlwan died on Monday in Gujranwala’s Eminabad area after consuming fast food from a market. Three other children and their parents remain in critical condition.

    A leading English newspaper quoted Pahlwan as saying that the family had ordered food during a birthday celebration.

    “The family, including me, my wife, and five children, was taken to the hospital after feeling sick,” he said, adding that two of the children, an eight-year-old and a four-year-old, passed away, while two others are in critical condition.

    The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) sealed the suspected food outlets after the incident, according to an official notification issued on Monday.

    “On the directions of Punjab Food Authority Director General Muhammad Asim Javaid, food safety teams conducted a crackdown in Eminabad following the alleged death of two minor girls due to toxic food,” the statement read.

    The operation was carried out after the family identified the food vendors. “During the raid, two food outlets were sealed and various food samples, including cake, cream, red chilli powder, cooking oil, and chicken, were collected and sent to the laboratory for analysis,” it added.

    The PFA spokesperson said further action would be taken once laboratory results were available. “[The] initial medical findings revealed the children had been unwell for several days and were already under treatment. Meanwhile, [the] case is also under police investigation,” the statement added, quoting the spokesperson.

    PFA DG Javaid stated that any food outlets found responsible for compromising public health would face strict action under food safety laws.

    In April, approximately 1,500 people were affected by food poisoning in a similar incident in Dhoong village, Gujar Khan, though the cause remained unknown.

  • American woman lands in Pakistan to marry man she met on Facebook

    American woman lands in Pakistan to marry man she met on Facebook

    An American woman has travelled to Pakistan to marry a resident of Upper Dir in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, after the couple met online through social media.

    Sajid Zeb Khan received Mindy at Islamabad International Airport and brought her to his hometown. Mindy, a flight attendant based in Chicago, was warmly welcomed by the local community.

    Speaking to the media, Sajid shared that he and Mindy first connected on Facebook two years ago, and their friendship gradually turned into love.

    “We met through Facebook and after some time she proposed to me,” Sajid said, adding that both families were informed about their decision.

    Sajid also informed the police that they do not require any security arrangements, as they plan to marry soon. He confirmed that their nikah will take place on Tuesday (today), following Islamic traditions and local customs.

    In a video message recorded from Sajid’s home, Mindy expressed her happiness, saying: “My name is Mindy and I’m from America. I’m here in Pakistan for the first time. It’s a very beautiful, peaceful country. I come for Sajid Khan and we plan to marry soon.”

    Earlier, a 27-year-old American woman, Kerinsha Madison Grace from South Carolina, arrived in Jhang to marry her online friend-turned-fiancé, Naeemul Hassan, after two years of social media friendship. Kerinsha embraced Islam at Jamia Arabia Darul Huda, changed her name to Kaniz Ayesha, and married the 29-year-old at an advocate’s office in the presence of witnesses.

    Kerinsha was previously married in the US and has three children but divorced her husband before beginning her relationship with Hassan.

    Similar cross-cultural unions have made headlines before. In October 2024, Onijah Andrew Robinson, another American woman, travelled to Karachi to marry a 19-year-old Pakistani man, Nidal Ahmed Memon, whom she had met online. However, the marriage did not take place due to family pressure, and Onijah eventually returned to the US after spending several months in Pakistan.

    In March 2022, a French woman came to Pakpattan, Punjab, with her mother to marry Ali Raza after connecting with him online. She embraced Islam, changed her name to Zoya, and tied the knot in a simple ceremony.

    Back in 2018, an American woman named Mary Kathleen also made headlines when she flew to Haripur to marry Adeel Awan. After nearly a year of conversations through Facebook, she accepted Islam, adopted the name Maryam, and married Adeel in the presence of his family.

  • Pat Cummins’ iconic baggy green cap goes missing

    Pat Cummins’ iconic baggy green cap goes missing

    Australia’s Test captain Pat Cummins has lost his iconic “baggy green” cap during the ongoing tour of the West Indies.

    According to reports, the cap was misplaced in Bridgetown just 24 hours before the start of the first Test of the series.

    Ahead of the series opener, Cummins was seen wearing a new baggy green during a trophy photoshoot with his Caribbean counterpart, Roston Chase. However, when the match began, he was spotted with his old cap, which he had received back in 2011.

    Cummins later confirmed that the new cap he wore the day before had gone missing and, as of the latest updates, it has not been found.

    This is not the first time an Australian player has lost a baggy green. Last year, former opener David Warner’s Baggy Green went missing before the New Year’s Test. A nationwide search was launched, but the cap was eventually found in his own luggage.

    Australia and the West Indies will face each other in the second Test, starting Thursday in St George’s.

  • No Pakistani university among top 350 as QS issues 2026 rankings

    No Pakistani university among top 350 as QS issues 2026 rankings

    The global university ranking organisation QS has issued the list for 2026, in which no Pakistani universities could make it to the top 350 universities in the world.

    According to the QS ranking, two federal universities, Quaid-e-Azam University and the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), have secured rankings of 354 and 371, respectively.

    While the country’s largest university, the University of Karachi, has managed to make it to the top 1,001 universities, no other university from Sindh has been able to make it to the top 1,500 universities.

    Meanwhile, other notable Pakistani universities in the rankings include Punjab University (542), Lahore University of Management Sciences (555), and the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (654).

    COMSATS University Islamabad is at 664, Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences 721, UET Lahore 801, University of Peshawar 901, Lahore University 951, Aga Khan University and University of Karachi at 1001, while Islamia University of Bahawalpur is ranked at 1,401.

    The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (US) ranked first, Imperial College London (UK) ranked second, Stanford University (US) ranked third, University of Oxford (UK) ranked fourth, Harvard University (US) ranked fifth, Cambridge University (UK) ranked sixth, ETH Zurich (SZ) ranked seventh, National University of Singapore (SZ) ranked eighth, UCL London (UK) ranked ninth, and the California Institute of Technology (US) ranked tenth around the world.

    Meanwhile, in the 2025 South Asian rankings, the University of Karachi ranked 58th, while Aga Khan University ranked 62nd, IBA Karachi 70, Iqra University 110, IBA Sukkur 120, NED University 131st, Dow University of Health Sciences 140, Mehran Engineering University Jamshoro 168, Ziauddin University 240, Sindh University Jamshoro 263rd, and the University of Balochistan ranked 278.