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  • Case filed against protestors for stopping Aseefa Bhutto Zardari’s convoy

    Case filed against protestors for stopping Aseefa Bhutto Zardari’s convoy

    A case has been filed against protestors who stopped the convoy of the First Lady and President Asif Ali Zardari’s youngest daughter near the Jamshoro toll plaza on Thursday.

    According to details, the First Information Report (FIR) was registered on May 23 against the protestors for rioting, blocking roads, and interfering in government affairs.

    As per Jamshoro Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Zafar Siddiqui, Aseefa was heading to Nawabshah in a convoy when they were stopped near the Jamshoro toll plaza.

    The SSP said that protestors also struck vehicles in the convoy with batons, adding that police personnel safely cleared Aseefa’s vehicle within a minute.

    A group of people was staging a demonstration against the controversial canal project, which had been postponed indefinitely by the federal government last month, said the police officer.

    Following the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) raising objections to the canal project, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed last month that no new canals would be constructed unless a consensus is reached in the Council of Common Interests (CCI).

    On April 28, the CCI rejected the federal government’s proposal for the construction of new canals, overturning the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council’s (ECNEC) decision made on February 7.

  • Hania Aamir and Yashma Gill’s ring-exchange video goes viral

    Hania Aamir and Yashma Gill’s ring-exchange video goes viral

    A light-hearted video of television stars Hania Aamir and Yashma Gill is making rounds on social media, showing the two best friends jokingly putting rings on each other’s fingers at a jewelry store.

    Yashma can be seen slipping a ring on Hania’s finger and saying, “Hania married me. This is mine,” while both of them laugh together. The casual moment, captured during a shopping trip, shows the actresses joking around in good spirits.

    While the video was clearly a fun and harmless joke between close friends, some trolls on social media reacted angrily.

    Both actresses have not responded to the angry trolls yet, but it’s clear that the video was meant to be playful and not serious.

  • ‘Stingy’ Imran Khan doesn’t even buy his own clothes, claims Khawaja Asif

    ‘Stingy’ Imran Khan doesn’t even buy his own clothes, claims Khawaja Asif

    Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, in an exclusive interview with The Current, levelled multiple allegations and unleashed personal jabs on Friday against jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.

    Stressing that Imran Khan was very “stingy”, the defence minister alleged that the former star cricketer didn’t spend a penny on himself.

    “I am saying it on record that he didn’t even buy clothes with his own money in his entire life,” Asif said, then recalled a famous saying, “You can fool all the people some of the time, and some of the people all the time, but you cannot fool all the people all the time.”

    He then mocked the former premier, saying that Imran Khan had six to seven personalities. “Sometimes, he becomes religious; sometimes he starts having illegitimate children; sometimes he has affairs with women; sometimes he becomes a cricketer; and sometimes he starts practising Piri Faqiri (spirituality).”

    He said that Imran Khan has no specific personality, as he is totally confused. “However, he [Imran Khan] is sure about one thing: that the end result must favour him,” he added.

    Asif further said that when he alleged that Imran Khan had syphoned off seven million dollars, the latter filed a case against him.

    Asif further said that the former premier stashed the money abroad by siphoning it off, claiming, “He [Imran Khan] did not bring the donation into the country. He cross-examined me in the court.”

    The defence minister was alluding to the defamation suit worth Rs10 billion that Imran Khan had filed against Asif in 2012, for levelling allegations of non-transparency, money laundering and use of anonymous companies in Shaukat Khanum Memorial Trust (SKMT) funds.

    In his lawsuit, Imran Khan referred to the August 1, 2012 presser during which the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) top brass had accused Imran of lost in “real estate gambling” a huge amount of funds donated to the SKMT in the form of Zakat, Fitrana or other kinds of donations.

    The PML-N stalwart’s harsh criticism of the PTI head came in reply to a question about who he would vote for, Imran Khan or PPP’s Asif Ali Zardari. The defence minister took no time to answer that he would vote for Zardari, stating that he’s at least “not a hypocrite.”

  • Pakistan’s Ashab Irfan wins South Australian Open Squash Championship

    Pakistan’s Ashab Irfan wins South Australian Open Squash Championship

    Pakistan’s Ashab Irfan has won the South Australian Open Squash Championship, which was held in Adelaide.

    The top-seeded Irfan defeated Malaysia’s Duncan Lee in straight games in the final, displaying his dominance throughout the match. He secured victory without dropping a single game, with the final scoreline reading 11-8, 12-10, 11-9.

    The total prize money for the tournament was $9,000.

  • Vehicle of missing Gujrat tourists found after a week in Gilgit-Baltistan

    Vehicle of missing Gujrat tourists found after a week in Gilgit-Baltistan

    A vehicle carrying four young tourists from Gujrat, Punjab, who had gone missing during a trip to Gilgit-Baltistan, has finally been traced after a week-long search. According to local authorities, the vehicle had an accident at Ganjay Pari, an area along the Gilgit-Skardu Road. It was located at the bottom of a deep ravine. 

    Efforts are currently underway to reach the vehicle, as confirmed by the local police. The status of the four tourists has not yet been officially confirmed, while rescue teams are working to access the site.

    The four young men were last seen on May 16 before disappearing for over six days. Their disappearance had prompted swift action from the Gilgit-Baltistan government.

    In a statement issued earlier, the spokesperson for the GB government confirmed the men had gone missing during a sightseeing trip. The provincial government took immediate notice of the matter, with Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan directing the Inspector General of Police and the Home Secretary to utilize all available resources for their recovery.

    Tourist Police and Rescue 1122 teams were actively engaged in search operations throughout the region. The discovery of the accident site has now provided a breakthrough in the case.

    Further updates are expected once authorities are able to reach the vehicle and assess the situation.

  • Indian Punjabi actor Mukul Dev passes away after health struggle

    Indian Punjabi actor Mukul Dev passes away after health struggle

    Bollywood actor Mukul Dev passed away at the age of 54 on May 23. He had been unwell for some time and was reportedly admitted to the ICU in his final days.

    Mukul Dev was known for his work in both Hindi and Punjabi films as well as many television shows. He starred in popular shows like Gharwali Uparwali, Kasshish, Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai, and Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan. His film credits include Jal, R… Rajkumar, Son of Sardaar, Himmatwala, Dastak, and more.

    Actress Deepshikha Nagpal, a close friend of Mukul, confirmed the news and shared her shock: “We were part of the same group. He even came to my song launch. He lived in Punjab with his mother and daughter. I still can’t believe it. Life is really so unpredictable,” she said.


    Actor Manoj Bajpayee also paid tribute on social media, “Mukul was a brother in spirit, an artist with unmatched warmth and passion. Gone too soon. Praying for strength for his family. Miss you meri jaan…until we meet again. Om Shanti.”

    Actor Vindu Dara Singh also expressed his sadness, “After his parent’s death, Mukul stayed away from people. His health got worse in the last few days. He was such a wonderful person, and we will all miss him.”

  • No Babar, no crowd in Bangladesh series, claims Basit Ali

    No Babar, no crowd in Bangladesh series, claims Basit Ali

    Former Test cricketer Basit Ali has claimed that the absence of star batter Babar Azam from the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh will lead to poor crowd turnout.

    Speaking about the three-match T20I series scheduled to be held at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium from May 28 to June 1, Basit Ali expressed disappointment over the exclusion of several senior players from the squad.

    “If Babar Azam is not playing, there will be no crowd in the stadium,” Basit said. “People want to see him. When he plays, people come to watch.”

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) recently announced the names included in the 16-member squad for the series. Notably, senior players such as Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi were excluded. This decision didn’t sit well with Basit Ali, who believes Babar’s absence will directly affect stadium attendance.

    Babar Azam is currently considered one of the biggest crowd-pullers in Pakistan cricket. His popularity was clearly visible during the recent Pakistan Super League (PSL), where matches involving his team, Peshawar Zalmi, consistently drew packed stadiums.

    A key figure in Pakistan cricket, Babar has captained the national team in three ICC Men’s T20 World Cups, in 2021, 2022, and most recently in 2024. He last played for Pakistan in the T20 format in December last year and was also left out of the squad for the T20I series against New Zealand in March.

    Having played 128 T20 internationals, Babar has scored 4,223 runs at an impressive average of 39.83, including three centuries and 36 fifties. His consistency and stylish batting have made him one of the top batters in world cricket.

    As Pakistan prepares for the upcoming T20 World Cup, the decision to rest senior players may be part of a rotation strategy. However, Basit Ali believes it could come at the cost of fan engagement and stadium attendance.

    Meanwhile, national team head coach Mike Hesson has responded to questions about Babar and Rizwan’s exclusion by saying that “no player will be selected in the team based on experience or reputation.”

  • ‘Rul jao gay’: Defence minister’s advice for Pakistani youngster in love with Indian girl

    ‘Rul jao gay’: Defence minister’s advice for Pakistani youngster in love with Indian girl

    Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, in an exclusive interview with The Current, offered advice on Friday to a Pakistani who had fallen in love with an Indian girl.

    During the interview, The Current presented a question from one of its followers, asking, “I met an Indian girl online and we fell in love. Should I stay with her even after the military clashes?”

    Before replying to the question, Asif remarked that “ingrained rivalry” with India is part of his personality. He then suggested that the Pakistani boy should not marry the Indian girl, because, “Rull jao gay. [It will be very difficult.]” 

    Having a faint smile on his face, Asif concluded his response by saying, “Find someone in Pakistan [to marry].”

    Nuclear-armed arch-rivals Pakistan and India faced off in their most serious military and diplomatic standoff after New Delhi cowardly launched missiles at Pakistan on the night of May 6 and 7.

    In retaliation, Islamabad struck multiple Indian airfields, including Pathankot, Udampur and others. A storage site of Brahmos missiles in Beas area was also destroyed.

    The strikes following the April 22 attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) in Pahalgam in which 26 civilians, including a Nepalese national, were killed. 

    Without conducting an investigation and providing proof, Islamabad was accused of orchestrating the attack, which Pakistan strongly rejected, offering instead a transparent investigation into the incident.

  • Farhan Saeed looks almost unrecognisable in first look of ‘Shamsher’

    Farhan Saeed looks almost unrecognisable in first look of ‘Shamsher’

    The first look of the upcoming original series Shamsher has been officially revealed online, showing singer Farhan Saeed in a completely new and intense style. The striking poster gives fans a glimpse of the powerful emotions and gripping story that the show promises to deliver.

    Known for his popular roles in Suno Chanda, Udaari, and Mere Humsafar, Farhan is now taking on a bold new challenge in Shamsher. The role is expected to showcase a deeper and more intense side of his acting talent.

    The series is produced by Nina Kashif, the creative force behind several hit dramas like Humsafar and Baaghi. She is known for telling emotional and socially powerful stories, and Shamsher continues that tradition.

    The show is directed by Shehrazade Sheikh, who has directed popular dramas such as Dil-e-Momin and Muqaddar. Her direction is known for mixing beautiful visuals with emotional storytelling. With Shamsher, she aims to deliver a strong, character-focused series.

    The series is part of Tapmad’s Originals lineup and will be available to stream only on the Tapmad platform. With a star-studded cast and a powerful story, Shamsher is set to be one of the most talked-about digital shows this year.

  • Children from six cities found in Punjab operation

    Children from six cities found in Punjab operation

    The Crime Control Department (CCD) of Punjab has found 44 missing and runaway children, many of whom had been abused or were drug addicts.

    The children came from different cities including Abbottabad, Karachi, Lahore, Ghotki, Swat, and Mansehra.

    A private media source claims that during a ceremony organized by CCD, the children were handed over to their parents.

    Dr. Usman Anwar, the Punjab Inspector General, stated during the event that child labor, child exploitation, and child abuse are red lines for the police. 

    According to him, restoring the social structure requires protecting children from predators, keeping them out of trouble, and assisting them in becoming responsible citizens.

    According to the IG, psychologists are counseling both the parents and the children who suffer from abuse or addiction.

    Additional IG CCD said the department recovered a large number of missing and runaway children in a short time. 

    The parents of 13 children have been traced and reunited with their offspring. 

    Children left alone will be taken to SOS Village, the child protection and welfare bureau, or other rehabilitation centers.