A car mechanic who specialised in removing dents from cars was killed on Monday night in Karachi by irate customers for not fixing their car on time.
Afzal, 38, was attacked with knives by the other party inside his home in Zakariya Goth in Malir after a furious argument in the night. He lost his life in the attack while his wife Fatima, 28, was left badly injured. She has been admitted to the hospital.
The attackers fled the scene. Police are conducting search operations to look for them.
A resident of Mardan has been booked under the new PECA 2025 law in the first case of its kind, for allegedly using abusive language against members of the local press club and spreading negative propaganda.
Local police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Zahid, resident of Dagai, on the complaint of Mardan Press Club President Riaz Mayar and General Secretary Pervaz Khan Afridi.
Both men alleged that Zahid had used derogatory language and spread negative propaganda against members of the press club by using social media and digital tools.
Police have confirmed that they are conducting raids to find Zahid.
Members of the Press Club thanked the police for quick action and assured them of their full cooperation in the investigation.
Singer B Praak has refused to appear on influencer Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast, criticising him for his “pathetic thinking” after a controversial remark on a reality show sparked outrage.
Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, faced backlash for his comment about “parents and sex” on comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube show India’s Got Latent.
He has 10.5 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, where he hosts the podcast The Ranveer Show.
The clip went viral, leading to heavy criticism. He later apologised and requested the show’s creators to remove the segment.
In an Instagram video, Praak said, “I was supposed to be on BeerBiceps’ podcast, but we cancelled it. The words he used on Samay Raina’s show were unacceptable.”
“This is not our Indian culture. What story are you telling about your parents? What are you even talking about? Is this comedy? This is not at all comedy. Abusing people, teaching people how to abuse, what kind of generation (is this)? I don’t understand,” he said.
The controversy has escalated, with a BJP functionary filing a police complaint against Allahbadia, Raina, and the show’s participants. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has also called for action, while the National Commission for Women (NCW) is reviewing the matter.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis commented that, while freedom of speech is important, it should not cross limits. The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) also condemned Allahbadia’s remarks.
However, Samay Raina has yet to respond to the controversy.
Actor Agha Ali has finally addressed whether second marriage is on the cards for him.
Appearing as a guest on After Hours with Ushna Shah, Agha shared that while he hasn’t planned for marrying again yet, he believes it will happen when the time is right.
When asked if he would remarry after his divorce, Agha Ali responded, “The wound is still deep. People think that’s how it is, but it’s not. I haven’t thought about it yet, but what’s the point of thinking? I didn’t think about divorce either, but it happened. What happened is what God wills.”
“When God wills it, I will get married again,” The Main Hari Piya actor added.
Discussing success in today’s world Agha Ali said, “No one cares about appearance anymore, what matters is success. Without a successful and attractive personality, nothing else matters.”
Agha Ali and Hina Altaf tied the knot on May 22, 2022 but got divorced in 2024.
Earlier, Agha Ali revealed the reason for his divorce from actress Hina Altaf.
On Nida Yasir’s Good Morning show, Agha Ali spoke openly about his divorce for the first time.
“It has been more than a year and a half since the divorce. I would not like to talk much about it because she (Hina Altaf) is not at the forefront at the moment, which is what is being talked about.”
Confirming the divorce, he said, “Apart from this, in my opinion, every story is different, every boy is different, every girl is different. What happened to us was our destiny; that is why we decided to separate in a civilized way.”
He admitted that it was never a difficult decision for him. “I am the guy who knows how to do housework, I am self-sufficient,” he stated.
“In the bond of marriage, it is important for both to give importance to their spouse, not to consider them insignificant. In our society, 99 percent of marriages end because they do not give importance to each other,” he added.
While advising young people, he said, “Whenever you make a decision, think carefully about whether you are mentally ready or not. If you are in a relationship, then try your 100 percent to make the relationship work.”
He also added, “If the relationship is not working even after trying 100 percent, then it is better to separate while respecting each other.”
Netflix’s much-anticipated documentary, The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan, promised to capture the magnitude of cricket’s fiercest contest. However, following its release, fans from both sides of the border expressed their scepticism.
Many accused it of being one-sided and lacking balance. While some were excited about reliving the iconic moments of the rivalry, others questioned whether the documentary truly offered a neutral perspective.
One of the earliest concerns raised was about potential bias, with a fan sarcastically commenting, “It’s going to be super biased, might even call Pakistani cricketers janab.”
Another user pointed out the selective coverage of matches, noting that “Seems like they aren’t gonna talk about the 2012 series and Champions Trophy 2017 (Pakistan won).” This led to further speculation that the documentary might focus more on India’s triumphs rather than presenting a fair historical account.
In addition, some viewers felt the focus was shifting from the broader rivalry to individual personalities. One commenter said, “It looks like a Shoaib Akhtar vs. Virender Sehwag rivalry.”
Beyond the content itself, some fans criticised the fundamental nature of the rivalry, arguing that it lacks balance as the two teams are not playing bilateral series anymore. A user expressed this by saying, “India vs Pakistan would be an even bigger rivalry if India would deign to play their neighbours.”
Previously, even the trailer failed to impress many, as some complained about missing key players. “The trailer didn’t have Sachin, Virat, Rohit, Akram, Gambhir. Needed a much more explosive trailer,” one fan pointed out. Another bluntly called it “The worst trailer. Let sports be sports… why bring visuals of the army?”
Some critics dismissed the documentary’s premise altogether, calling it a “Greatest One-Sided Rivalry”, while others doubted its neutrality, stating, “I doubt this will be an unbiased documentary with a perspective from both sides.”
As the debate rages on, some viewers are already calling it a missed opportunity. One unimpressed fan summed it up: “Most boring series to watch… could have been made much better, honestly.”
Whether the documentary lives up to expectations or remains a subject of controversy, one thing is clear: the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry continues to ignite passionate debates far beyond the pitch.
The documentary focuses on the historic 2004 series when India played Pakistan after years of political tensions. This tour was more than just cricket—it was a moment when sports brought two rival nations together. Players share their experiences, discussing the pressure, excitement, and friendships built during these matches, giving fans a closer look at what it’s like to play in one of the biggest rivalries in cricket.
Karachi police have released a traffic plan for the Tri-Nation Series and Champions Trophy matches scheduled to take place in the city.
The matches will be held on February 12-14, February 19-21, and March 1. During match days, Sir Shah Suleman Road will remain open for traffic.
Vehicles coming from Karsaz can be parked at the National Coaching Center and China Ground. These vehicles will reach the parking areas by passing under the flyover.
Similarly, vehicles coming from Millennium Mall and New Town can also park at the National Coaching Center and China Ground.
On match days, heavy traffic will be diverted from Sohrab Goth to NIPA and from Liaquatabad No. 10 to Hassan Square. Additionally, heavy traffic coming from People’s Chowrangi will be allowed to proceed via University Road.
As per the traffic plan, roads from Karsaz to the stadium, Millennium to New Town, and the Stadium Signal to Hassan Square will be closed to heavy traffic.
Traffic police have advised citizens to park their vehicles only in the designated parking areas to ensure smooth traffic flow on match days.
Pakistani cricketer Khawaja Muhammad Nafay has denied reports claiming that he was stranded in Bangladesh because of unpaid dues from his Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise.
Earlier, reports surfaced stating that Nafay was stuck in Bangladesh as his franchise had not cleared his full payments. It was also alleged that his return ticket to Pakistan was fake, causing him to be held at Dhaka Airport.
However, the cricketer has now dismissed these claims.
According to a private media outlet, Nafay clarified that he is staying in a five-star hotel, not at the airport, and has received all his payments. His return ticket was not fake, and false news about his situation was being spread.
Previously, Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Haris also faced issues in Bangladesh when his team, Durbar Rajshahi, failed to provide return tickets for its players and did not fulfil their payment commitments.
He informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about the situation, after which the PCB intervened and resolved the matter by coordinating with the Bangladesh Cricket Board.
England’s all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy after sustaining a hamstring injury during the ongoing ODI series against India.
According to Indian media reports, England captain Jos Buttler has confirmed that the left-handed batter will not be available for the tournament, which is set to take place in Pakistan. Bethell suffered the injury during the first ODI against India in Nagpur.
The 21-year-old made his ODI debut for England in September and showcased an impressive performance in the first match against India, scoring 51 runs and taking the wicket of Shreyas Iyer. However, his injury forced him to miss the remainder of the three-match series, with England calling up Tom Banton as his replacement before the second ODI.
Speaking after England’s loss in the second ODI, Jos Buttler expressed his disappointment over Bethell’s exclusion from the Champions Trophy. “I am quite certain that Jacob is out of the Champions Trophy. This is really unfortunate for him as he played well in the last game and is a talented cricketer,” said Buttler.
He also stated that Bethell’s absence is a setback for England, as he has been one of the most promising players in recent times.
Further details regarding Bethell’s injury status are expected in the coming days, as England has yet to make an official announcement.
The deadline for making changes to the Champions Trophy squad is set for February 12.
The Champions Trophy is scheduled from February 19 to March 9 in Pakistan and the UAE.
After Mohammad Haris, another Pakistani cricketer, Khawaja Muhammad Nafay, has found himself stranded in Bangladesh after playing in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).
According to sources, Nafay has not yet received the full payment from his BPL franchise, Chittagong Kings. To make matters worse, the return ticket provided to him turned out to be fake, leaving him stuck at Dhaka Airport with no way to return to Pakistan.
Reports suggest that the franchise is not providing him with any clear answers regarding his payment or travel arrangements.
This incident follows a similar case involving Mohammad Haris, who was also stranded in Bangladesh as a result of poor management by his team, Durbar Rajshahi, failing to provide return tickets to the players. Additionally, the franchise did not pay the players their agreed salaries, creating a financial and logistical crisis for them.
Haris eventually reached out to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for assistance, which stepped in to address the matter.
With another Pakistani player facing the same issues, concerns are growing over the mismanagement and financial irregularities in the BPL, raising questions about the treatment of foreign players in the tournament.
Despite some parliamentarians’ financial support requests to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Ali Amin Gandapur, no additional funds were released for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) February 8 rally in Swabi.
According to reports, CM Gandapur used to provide funds to party lawmakers to mobilise workers for rallies. However, he did not approve any additional funds for the party’s Feb 8 “Black Day” power show to mark one year since what it claims was a “rigged election” in 2024.
Speaking to a private media outlet, CM’s spokesperson Faraz Mughal said that while Gandapur personally funded some lawmakers to help bring workers to the event, no official funds were released.
PTI Peshawar’s Regional President Muhammad Asim said that a large number of party followers attended the event despite the fact that no special financial assistance was provided to lawmakers for the rally.
Reports, on the other hand, claimed that the rally was not a success as most of the arena remained empty. Around 5,000 to 6,000 individuals attended the gathering, reports said and further claimed that some KP assembly lawmakers did not have enough funds to provide workers with transportation.
However, Adviser to CM on Information and Broadcasting Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif dismissed all claims of a low turn-out, stressing that the rally was successful and attracted a large crowd.
Speaking to the private media outlet, Saif alleged that convoys coming for the rally from Punjab were intercepted, which affected the attendance.
“We had won elections in Punjab. Our mandate was stolen in the darkness of the night [during the polls],” PTI chief Barrister Gohar Ali Khan alleged during his address at the rally in question on Saturday.
The PTI chief stressed the need for independence of the judiciary and the rule of law. “There will be political stability if the judiciary is independent,” he said.
Moving on to the stalled talks between the PTI and the ruling coalition, he said that they entered the negotiation process in line with directions from incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan. “Imran Khan directed to initiate talks for the sake of the country,” he said.
Addressing the rally, CM KP said his party wanted the rule of law and the supremacy of the Constitution in the country.
For his part, Gandapur warned that if his party decided to take revenge, then the ruling coalition “won’t be able to bear it”. He said that the country would suffer if hatred increased.