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  • ‘It was a setup’: Viral Pakistani fan addresses video showing altercation with England supporter

    ‘It was a setup’: Viral Pakistani fan addresses video showing altercation with England supporter

    A video showing a heated argument between a Pakistani cricket fan and an England supporter during Tuesday’s Pakistan vs England match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has gone viral on social media.

    The clip was shared on X by Australian content creator Jake Jeakings, who described the Pakistani fan, Saud Zohaib Muhammad, as a “serial offender”.

    Jeakings had earlier shared content mocking Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq’s bowling action, after which Muhammad confronted him while holding a piece of sandpaper, a reference to past ball-tampering controversies.

    After the footage gained traction online, Muhammad released a follow-up video explaining his version of events and denying any wrongdoing.

    “Today, when I went to the stadium to enjoy myself, watch the match and support Pakistan, it was a completely planned,” Muhammad said. 

    “Jack’s friend, who is from England, tried to trap me. The video he posted is edited. I have the full three-and-a-half-minute video with me, and I will post it completely so people can see how he behaved with me.”

    Muhammad alleged that the England supporter provoked him during the match. “He came up and started teasing me, and he even threw alcohol or beer on my clothes,” he said. “I consider that impure, and what he did was very wrong. He provoked me and then became aggressive.”

    According to Muhammad, several spectators witnessed the incident. “Some English fans came to me, apologized, and said sorry because they knew who was on the right side,” he added.

    He further claimed that the incident was part of a deliberate attempt to damage his image. “This was planned by Jack,” Muhammad alleged. 

    Muhammad shared another video that appears to show an older England supporter sitting beside him while drinking beer. In the clip, Muhammad can be heard asking the man to return to his seat, citing the smell.

    He also posted separate footage showing England fans interacting with him cordially, during which he wished them luck for the match.

    The incident occurred during a crucial Super Eight match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, in which England defeated Pakistan by two wickets on Tuesday.

    The victory secured England’s place in the semi-finals, while Pakistan must now rely on other results and win their final Super Eight match against Sri Lanka to remain in contention.

  • Mohsin Naqvi has assured family of transferring Imran Khan to Shifa hospital: Aleema Khan

    Mohsin Naqvi has assured family of transferring Imran Khan to Shifa hospital: Aleema Khan

    Mohsin Naqvi has assured the family of PTI founder Imran Khan that he will be shifted to Shifa Hospital, Aleema Khan has said. 

    Speaking to the media, Aleema Khan stated that the family was informed that Naqvi had given a guarantee regarding the transfer. She said the assurance came after discussions with authorities over Khan’s medical examination.

    According to her, the family had requested that the PTI founder be moved to Shifa Hospital, stating that his medical records are available with his personal doctors. 

    She said Ayaz Sadiq had initially offered to send two doctors to the jail. Later, the family was told that a conference call was held with Mohsin Naqvi, during which he assured them of the transfer.

    Aleema Khan said the medical report prepared by a government doctor was objected to by the family, stating that it does not reflect his condition. She also questioned why the PTI founder was being kept in solitary confinement.

    She demanded that a complete medical examination be conducted in the presence of family members and personal doctors and emphasised that the family will not rely on official statements until he is shifted to hospital and assessed by his own physicians.

    Imran’s other sister Uzma Khan said that the family will only be satisfied once doctors they trust are involved. She said that the medical report does not mention any diagnosed illness and added that treatment cannot begin without identifying the cause.

  • Anti-terror court dismisses Sheikh Rasheed’s request to travel for Umrah

    Anti-terror court dismisses Sheikh Rasheed’s request to travel for Umrah

    Former Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad’s request to travel abroad for Umrah has been dismissed on Tuesday after his name was placed on the Exit Control List (ECL) for a second time.


    The prosecution told the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) that the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) had added Rashid’s name to the ECL on instructions of the federal government. 


    The prosecutor said that all accused in connection with the May 9 incidents, including the GHQ attack case, had been placed on the list.


    The government had also placed the names of several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders on the ECL in relation to the May 9 cases, including Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Omar Ayub, Fawad Chaudhry, Shibli Faraz, Ali Amin Gandapur, Shehryar Afridi, Usman Dar, Shireen Mazari, Zartaj Gul, Musarrat Cheema, Kanwal Shauzab, and Major (retd) Tahir Sadiq.


    Following the prosecutor’s statement, Judge Amjad Ali Shah dismissed Rashid’s application.


    Rasheed’s lawyer said the decision would be challenged in the high court, arguing that the court had already granted permission for him to perform Umrah and that placing his name on the ECL amounted to contempt of court.

    After the hearing, Rasheed said he was surprised that his name had been added to the ECL again, noting that it had previously been removed. He said he would challenge the action in the high court and seek permission to perform Umrah.


    In November 2025, Rashid was stopped from leaving the country despite Lahore High Court orders permitting him to perform Umrah. He was travelling to Saudi Arabia via Dubai when immigration officials at Islamabad International Airport barred his exit.

  • Lawyer jailed for abusing judge on social media

    Lawyer jailed for abusing judge on social media

    The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Tuesday sentenced a lawyer to six months in prison and imposed a fine of Rs100,000 for making derogatory comments against a female judge on social media.

    As per the details, the accused, Advocate Asadullah, was found guilty of contempt of court under Section 3 of the Contempt of Court Ordinance, 2004, according to a short order issued by the PHC.

    The case pertained to comments posted online against a female civil judge in Swat, over which a complaint had been filed after the lawyer allegedly used insulting and offensive language against the judge on social media.

    The brief order by PHC noted that a detailed judgment in the case would be released later.

    It merits a mention that the action is not the first of its kind as Pakistan continues to deal with cyberbullying, harassment or contempt cases under PECA laws.

    Last September, a local court in Abbottabad sentenced two brothers in a cyber harassment case. Senior Civil Judge Moheebur Rehman convicted Zubair of harassing women abroad and handed him a five-year prison term along with a fine of Rs100,000.

    His brother, Zeeshan, was sentenced to 40 days in jail and fined Rs10,000 for assisting by creating a fake Facebook account.

    Meanwhile, a Canadian doctorate researcher has also been booked and taken into custody by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) for anti-state social media posts.

  • ‘Shame if Pakistani players aren’t picked in The Hundred’: Moeen Ali urges ECB to act against discrimination

    ‘Shame if Pakistani players aren’t picked in The Hundred’: Moeen Ali urges ECB to act against discrimination

    Former England captain Moeen Ali has warned that action could follow if Pakistani players are overlooked by Indian-owned teams in The Hundred, saying such discrimination “cannot happen in the UK” and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) must prevent it.

    “It would be a massive shame if Pakistani players were overlooked on account of their nationality and I hope the ECB will take steps to prevent this from happening,” Moeen said in conversation with a media outlet as reports suggested that the four Indian-owned franchises in The Hundred – namely the Manchester Super Giants, MI London, Southern Brave and Sunrisers Leeds – may avoid signing Pakistani players due to political tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi.

    “In the UK, I’m not sure that can happen and I hope it doesn’t happen. It just shouldn’t happen, hopefully it won’t happen. We just have to wait and see if it does, but I think it’d be a massive shame, and I’m sure the ECB will definitely keep an eye out,” he added.

    Moeen stressed that players would speak up if they believed team owners were practicing discrimination.

    “There’ll be a group of players that will speak up. There’ll be things done about it. I think players should speak up. Anyone that has any sort of concern for these kinds of things, it doesn’t matter if they have Pakistani heritage, should speak up. Obviously, the news is very new so I’ve not really had a chance to speak to anyone, but most of the players would be on the same page.”

    He also acknowledged the challenges players face when speaking out. “It’s such a difficult one, because all these teams are everywhere in every league. So now if players speak out, or if they say anything, then it affects their career. It’s a difficult position for players to be in. When you’re an older player like myself, you don’t really care too much.”

    Earlier, a Pakistani agent told a foreign media outlet that “it was a given” that Pakistani players would be excluded from the four teams with Indian ownership. “They have been doing the same all around the world. Now that they are in The Hundred, I don’t see it being any different.”

    No Pakistani players have appeared in the IPL since 2008. Indian influence over global franchise cricket has also limited opportunities for Pakistani players. All six teams in South Africa’s SA20 are owned by IPL franchise groups, and no Pakistani player has participated in four seasons.

    Similar exclusion has occurred in competitions in the UAE and the United States.

  • ‘Missing’ Canadian researcher in cybercrime agency’s custody for ‘anti-state’ social media posts

    ‘Missing’ Canadian researcher in cybercrime agency’s custody for ‘anti-state’ social media posts

    A Canadian doctoral researcher, Hamza Ahmad Khan, who went missing last week, is in custody of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), it has emerged.

    As per the details, Khan, deemed missing earlier, was on Monday presented before a magistrate who sent him to jail on a 14-day judicial remand.

    On Sunday, police had registered a case against Khan’s alleged abduction on a complaint filed by a friend. According to the FIR [First Information Report], Khan “disappeared” in the early hours of February 19 after leaving his residence in DHA Phase 10.

    Amid widespread calls for his recovery, authorities disclosed that he was in NCCIA custody for allegedly posting anti-state content on social media platforms X and Instagram.

    An FIR by the NCCIA stated that accounts linked to Khan were allegedly spreading misinformation and disinformation targeting state institutions. The report cited sections 20 (offences against the dignity of a natural person), 24 (cyber stalking) and 26A (spoofing) of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA).

    “An initial analysis indicates that the content in question is being published intentionally and is publicly accessible. The nature of these posts is inflammatory and appears designed to incite public unrest, spread animosity and undermine social order,” the FIR said.

    During the inquiry, NCCIA said it verified that Khan had been posting material against state functionaries and institutions with the intent to damage their reputations. 

    The FIR added that the posts were aimed at defaming political and constitutional leadership, inciting hatred and challenging the integrity of the state.

    “Such mischievous statements/posts render dire consequences nationally and internationally for the state of Pakistan,” the NCCIA said.

  • Zara Noor Abbas responds to speculation about Sajal Aly

    Zara Noor Abbas responds to speculation about Sajal Aly

    Actor Zara Noor Abbas Siddiqui spoke candidly about her career, personal growth, and industry friendships during an appearance on the Excuse Me with Ahmed Ali Butt podcast. One of the most anticipated topics of the conversation was her relationship with fellow actor Sajal Aly, which has been the subject of public speculation following their brief social media fallout.

    When host Ahmed Ali Butt asked directly about Aly, Siddiqui responded, “She is doing well.” Butt followed up immediately, asking, “Acha? How long has it been since you guys talked?” Siddiqui confirmed that they had spoken recently, prompting Butt to laugh and call it a “lie.” 

    The actor addressed the speculation, saying, “Okay, I can’t understand how people think that if two have unfollowed each other then that means they don’t talk to each other,” highlighting the disconnect between social media actions and real-life relationships.

    Siddiqui reflected on the nature of friendships in the entertainment industry, noting that public perception often oversimplifies complex dynamics. She said, “I think it is easier, to point fingers at the person who is most flamboyant in the room, to say that ‘He is the killer’, so it is very easy, and I have always had that ‘she is the killer, she said it’ vibe.” She added that both she and Aly have simply entered different phases of life: “I think we have gone into many different scenarios now.”

    The conversation then expanded to industry culture and networking. Siddiqui acknowledged the gossip-driven environment actors often face, saying, “I think everybody talks about everybody.” 

    She added that her approach to visibility has evolved, and she no longer feels the same pressure to constantly “grind” as newcomers do. She highlighted the importance of being cautious in forming relationships within the industry.

    Siddiqui also discussed gender dynamics in professional friendships, stating, “Men are better friends than girls.” She explained that proximity within the same field can complicate female friendships: “The moment they are in the vicinity of your field or any such interaction, the whole room changes, the energy changes, and then you’re like what is happening, but men don’t have that.” 

    She admitted that failed friendships have left a lasting impact, repeatedly emphasising that she would now avoid certain friendships.

  • Assistant Commissioner Hazim Bangwar denies connection to underage driver who killed delivery rider

    Assistant Commissioner Hazim Bangwar denies connection to underage driver who killed delivery rider

    Karachi Assistant Commissioner (AC) Hazim Bangwar has denied having any link to the underage accused in the Khayaban-e-Ittehad road accident case, which saw the death of a food delivery rider in the Defence area of the port city.

    In a statement issued after reports identified the suspect as Asghar Ali Bangwar, the AC said neither his brother nor his sister was married, and rejected claims of any connection to the accused.

    “This could be any Bangwar, or someone attempting to create a name association. I only wanted to make it clear that I have no connection with the individual,” he said after investigators said the person taken into custody had claimed to be the AC’s nephew.

    The accident occurred at around 2 am on 23rd February near Saba Signal on Khayaban-e-Ittehad, where two cars were reportedly involved in an illegal street race. 

    Police and witnesses said one of the vehicles lost control, overturned and struck 32-year-old Farhan, who was on his motorcycle on the opposite side of the road.

    Rescue officials shifted Farhan to a hospital with head injuries and fractures. He later died during treatment and his body was shifted to Thatta for burial.

    Officials said the underage driver had been taken to a hospital and was subsequently transferred to a police station.

    Authorities also said that the family of the deceased informed police that they did not wish to pursue legal action.

    While police also did not register a case on behalf of the state, it has emerged that the detention of the underage driver, who has now been released, was not disclosed for nearly 16 hours.

  • Sialkot Stallionz owner addresses claims of selling 98 percent franchise shares

    Sialkot Stallionz owner addresses claims of selling 98 percent franchise shares

    Sialkot Stallionz owner and OZ Group Chairperson Hamza Majeed has addressed claims of selling off 98% shares of the franchise to CD Ventures.

    “I’m honestly surprised and stressed too. Three days ago, it was 75, then 76, then 90, then 98 and yesterday a friend told me it even hit 99. See, the share dilution in equity will be based on equality, alright? And that non-disclosure agreement is signed by both parties, so I can’t disclose it publicly,” he said during a press conference at Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday.

    “As for the name you’re mentioning, it’s… God willing, subject to approval. The PCB is considering it, and within the next two to three days, we’ll have a press conference about it and make all the announcements then. So… let’s wait for the right time,” he added when asked about selling 98% of franchise shares to CD Ventures.

    Earlier reports had suggested that OZ Group, the original buyer of the newly-launched Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise, had run into financial trouble and sold the team before the tournament even started.

    The franchise was auctioned on January 8, with OZ Group purchasing the franchise for PKR 1.85 billion and later renaming it Sialkot Stallionz.

    ARY News, citing sources, reported Monday that OZ Group had sold 98 percent of its shares in Sialkot Stallionz to CD Ventures, led by businessman Gohar Shah.

    HBL PSL 11 is scheduled to begin on March 26 and conclude on May 3, 2026. The upcoming season will feature eight teams in the league for the first time. 

    The tournament also held its first-ever player auction on February 11, replacing the previous draft model.

  • Court restores Ducky Bhai’s frozen bank accounts

    Court restores Ducky Bhai’s frozen bank accounts

    A judicial magistrate has ordered the restoration of the frozen bank accounts of YouTuber Saadur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, in a case involving the promotion of gambling applications on social media.

    Rehman appeared in court along with his wife Aroob Jatoi and their legal counsel. During the proceedings, Magistrate Naeem Wattoo allowed the YouTuber to regain access to his accounts and granted him limited permission to upload videos on his YouTube channel.

    The magistrate stressed that Rehman should not discuss the ongoing case in his videos. He noted that the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) had raised objections to 27 videos on the YouTuber’s channel but directed that these videos should not be deleted at this stage.

    A technical witness from the NCCIA gave testimony in court, while the agency’s prosecutor was absent. Because of the absence, the magistrate adjourned the hearing until March 11.


    Rehman was arrested by the agency in August last year, and the Lahore High Court released him on bail on November 24, 2025.fter his release, Rehman had accused NCCIA officials of physical torture and humiliation during his custody.