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  • Hazim Bangwar: Karachi’s fashionable officer goes viral in India

    Hazim Bangwar: Karachi’s fashionable officer goes viral in India

    What happens when a government official becomes a fashion icon? Hazim Bangwar, who has served as the Assistant Commissioner (AC) of Karachi, has become a sensation not only in Pakistan but also in India, owing to his spectacular fashion and unique style.  Hazim’s stylish pictures and videos quickly went viral in 2023, and his popularity continues to grow.

     

    Before stepping into a government job, Hazim Bangwar lived in various countries including the US, where he dabbled in modeling. Later, he became part of the Sindh government, serving in multiple districts and towns within Karachi Division.

    While his fashionable image had already captured attention in Pakistan, it has now spread across Indian social media. Viral videos show Hazim rocking traditional yet trendy outfits, leaving many Indian viewers in awe.

    Indian social media users have been quick to react. Some praised Hazim, calling him the ‘Irfi Javed of Pakistan,’ while others criticized his fashion choices. 

    Hazim Bangwar’s rise to fame as Karachi’s fashionable AC was overshadowed by removal from the job on October 30, 2024. 

    He was removed from his position after issuing notices to three government officials, asking them to vacate their official residences, following orders from the Sindh High Court and the Karachi Commissioner.

                                                                                                                            

    The officials, Zahid Jamaica and Fatima Ahmed, were living in properties not meant for their office. Even though Bangwar was following court orders, his actions led to his dismissal. He has been directed to report to the Services and General Administration Department for further instructions.

     Currently he works as an Assistant Commissioner (General) of Karachi.

  • Hania Aamir’s viral shoutout to Zakir Khan sparks buzz across borders

    Hania Aamir’s viral shoutout to Zakir Khan sparks buzz across borders

    Isn’t it amazing how a single Instagram story can sometimes break the internet faster than your Wi-Fi?

    Beloved actress Hania Aamir recently commented on Indian comedian Zakir Khan, which went viral on social media.

    She shared a video clip from Khan’s show on her Instagram story, praising his wit and sense of humour. She tagged the comedian and wrote, “What a crazy person you are.”

    Hania Aamir is not only popular in Pakistan but also in India for her acting and charming personality.

    She has also become the first Pakistani to reach 17.1 million followers on Instagram.

    Read more about Hania Aamir

  • ‘Six months are over, I’m here’: Fahim Burney recalls how Wahaj Ali earned his first role

    ‘Six months are over, I’m here’: Fahim Burney recalls how Wahaj Ali earned his first role

    What does it take to turn a casual conversation into a life-changing opportunity? For actor Wahaj Ali, it was six months of dedication and an unwavering belief in his abilities. 

    In an interview with Fuchsia Magazine, director Fahim Burney opened up about how he came to recognise Wahaj Ali’s potential as an actor and helped him take his first steps into the entertainment industry.

    He first met Wahaj Ali on Nadia Khan’s set, where Ali was working “as a very active and hardworking” line producer. “I called him over and joked about whether he could seriously pursue acting”, he remembers.

    Burney describes the encounter during which Wahaj asked for his guidance in acting: “I looked at him and teasingly said, ‘You think you can act?’ He confidently replied, ‘Tell me when you want to see me transformed.’ Amused, I gave him six months to work on himself and asked him to come to Karachi if he was serious.”

    The director realled that he had “almost forgotten about him” until one day, when he was casting for a project with Resham, someone mentioned Wahaj had come to meet him.

    “I didn’t even remember his name initially. But when he entered, I saw the transformation. He confidently said, ‘Fahim Bhai, six months are over; I’m here for the role.’ Impressed, I cast him as a devar (younger brother-in-law) in the HUM TV project. He acted alongside Resham and did a fantastic job.”

    Burney later worked with Wahaj on Mere Dil Mere, in which the actor shared the screen with actor Asfar Rehman and others.

    Reflecting on Wahaj Ali’s journey, he said, “Seeing his growth and dedication fills me with joy.”

  • Govt hints at relocating jailed Imran Khan

    Govt hints at relocating jailed Imran Khan

    Advisor to Prime Minister (PM) on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has hinted at the possibility of relocating jailed former premier Imran Khan in case of security or health concerns.

    Speaking to a private media outlet, Sanaullah said that arrangements could be made under special provisions if any security or health issues arise.

    “However, nothing of the sort has so far been discussed,” he clarified.

    Sanaullah said that the decision to conduct the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder’s trial within jail premises was also made to ensure his safety. “If he [Imran Khan] is brought to the complex where courts are situated, it could be very dangerous,” he said, adding that it was also the reason why no one had objected to it.

    When asked if the verdict in the Al-Qadir Trust case against Khan had been deferred as part of the ongoing negotiations between the government and PTI, the former Punjab Law minister said the two had nothing to do with each other. The delay might have to do with the relevant judge’s unavailability, he added.

    “We [incumbent government] and the PTI are on the same page that the verdict in this case will not affect the negotiations,” Sanaullah said.

    It merits a mention that the government and the PTI have finally broken ice with negotiations formally starting to end the political deadlock that had been continuing for nearly three years.

    Both PM Shehbaz Sharif and the jailed PTI founder have formed negotiation committees in a bid to end tensions surrounding the crackdown on the opposition party.

    With talks continuing despite temporary setbacks, the former ruling party has so far put forth two key demands that include the formation of a judicial commission comprising to investigate the May 9, 2023, and November 24, 2024, events, besides the release of all the political prisoners.

    The talks had hit a roadblock amid the PTI’s refusal to submit its demands in writing without discussing it with party founder Khan amid an alleged ban on his meetings with the negotiation committee in jail.

    With the members of the PTI committee meeting Khan earlier this week, they were permitted to the submit their demands in writing, ending the deadlock.

    While a third round of talks is still awaited, the government has also asked the PTI to provide names of jailed party workers for discussion on their potential release from jail.

    Separately, unverified reports have also claimed backchannel talks between the PTI leadership and state authorities for the provision of relief to the incarcerated former PM as well.

  • Ankush Bhuguna’s harrowing scam experience: 40 Hours of fear, lies, a fake arrest

    Ankush Bhuguna’s harrowing scam experience: 40 Hours of fear, lies, a fake arrest

    Ankush Bhuguna, a popular Indian YouTuber, recently shared a shocking experience on Instagram.

    He received an international call informing him of a cancelled parcel order. The automated message asked him to press zero for more information. When he did, he was connected to someone pretending to be customer support, who claimed his parcel was seized by the police for illegal content.

    Things escalated quickly as Ankush was told the police had an arrest warrant and they could take him into custody anytime. Despite denying any knowledge of the parcel, his call was transferred to a fake police officer via a WhatsApp video. The imposter also accused him of serious crimes like money laundering and drug trafficking, demanding his cooperation.

    Ankush was threatened with career ruin and told to remain quiet, hand over his bank details, and send the money demanded. The YouTuber was terrified and felt trapped, crying and pleading for help. His ordeal lasted over 40 hours until his friends intervened and rescued him.

    This scam is part of a growing problem in India, where fraudsters use fear to trick victims into transferring money, and Ankush became one of the many who have fallen for such scams, which cost Indian citizens millions each year.

    The YouTuber warned others in an Instagram video describing the incident, which has been viewed over seven million times and widely shared.

  • Muhammad Asif Wins SAARC Snooker Championship 2025

    Muhammad Asif Wins SAARC Snooker Championship 2025

    Pakistani snooker star Muhammad Asif has claimed victory in the third South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Snooker Championship 2025 on Friday.

    In the final held in Colombo, Asif defeated Sri Lanka’s Talha Ishrat without dropping a single frame, securing the title with a flawless performance. 

    This win adds another accolade to Asif’s impressive career.

  • Mehwish Hayat’s fun birthday bash: Celebrities, cake, and endless glamour

    Mehwish Hayat’s fun birthday bash: Celebrities, cake, and endless glamour

    If only there was a reality show about how to throw the perfect birthday party—Mehwish Hayat would definitely be the host.


    Renowned actress Mehwish Hayat recently celebrated her 37th birthday on January 6.

    She shared photos and videos of the event on Instagram, which was attended by her mother, fellow actors, and other people from the entertainment industry. 


    Many celebrities, who were all dressed in stylish black outfits, attended the celebration. The birthday cake was also decorated in black and white, adding a touch of elegance to the event.


    Fellow actors congratulated Mehwish Hayat on her special day, sharing their best wishes for her.

    Fans also took to social media to express their love and best wishes for her future.


    Check the post below:

  • Teenagers burn father alive after rape allegations

    Teenagers burn father alive after rape allegations

    Two teenage step-sisters were arrested for killing their father by setting him on fire after alleging that he molested them. 

    The two were arrested in Punjab’s Gujranwala city, where they had confessed to burning their father on January 1. 


    The father was taken to Jinnah Hospital in Lahore, where he succumbed to his injuries on January 7.”The girls said that they decided amongst themselves to find a ‘permanent solution’,” Rizwan Tariq, a senior police official in the city, told an international news agency.  They then took petrol from a motorcycle and set their father on fire as he slept, he added.


    The two girls, aged 16 and 12, told the police officials that the deceased had been raping the eldest girl, his stepdaughter, for a year and had twice attempted to molest the younger girl.


    Their mothers — who are both married to the man — knew about the abuse but were not aware of the revenge plan.


    The police further informed that one of the wives has also been arrested while the second is being questioned.


    “We expect to present them before the court in a few days, as soon as we finish the investigation,” the police official said.


    On January 7, it was reported that two step-sisters living in the same house as their father, Ali Akbar, 45, tied him up with ropes and set him on fire in Gujranwala on January 1, 2025.

    A case has been registered on the complaint of Akbar’s sister, Bilqis Bibi, who stated that she was informed about the incident by her other sibling on the phone, who told her to reach Jinnah Hospital in Lahore, where Ali Akbar was being treated. She further stated in the First Information Report (FIR) that her brother had married twice, and the two women lived together. She accused the victim’s wives, named Saira and Nazia, of assisting the two teenage girls in intoxicating the victim and setting him on fire. 


    She even claimed to have the recorded confession of the four women.

    A private media outlet reported that Akbar had married three times and had 10 children before his first wife died. He was now living with two wives and all the children in a rented house. 

    As per the FIR lodged by the victim’s sister, one of the suspects is the daughter of Akbar’s third wife with her former husband, while the second suspect is the daughter of his second wife. Police have taken the two wives and the teenage girls into custody.

    In a confessional statement to the police, the girls admitted to tying up their father while he was asleep and setting him ablaze using petrol extracted from a motorbike.

    Moreover, a case has been registered under Sections 302, 324 and 34 of the Criminal Procedure Code.

    Read more: Daughters burn father to death in Gujranwala

  • FIA launches probe into Maryam Nawaz’s AI video

    FIA launches probe into Maryam Nawaz’s AI video

    The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cybercrime Wing has initiated an inquiry into individuals involved in editing and spreading doctored images and videos of Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz and United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on social media.

    The doctored images and deepfake videos circulated on the internet after Nawaz, while accompanying Pakistani Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on January 5, greeted the Emirati President with a handshake.

    Lahore’s FIA Cybercrime Wing has stated that action will be taken against individuals involved in uploading AI-generated videos and fake images – whether the culprits are situated in Pakistan or abroad.

    The News quoted FIA sources who have reported that 10 social media accounts have been identified for allegedly spreading fabricated content intended to propagate negative narratives.

    Deepfakes that manipulate genuine audio, photos, or video of people into false likenesses are becoming increasingly convincing and easier to make as AI enters the mainstream.

    In May 2022, the FIA Cybercrime Wing arrested a man in Peshawar on charges of circulating fake videos of Maryam Nawaz on social media, specifically on X (formerly Twitter).

    Doctored images and fake videos are used to discredit individuals’ roles in society, and politicians, actresses, and well-known social media activists have been victims of this in recent years.

    Earlier, Punjab Information Minister Azma Zahid Bokhari had been the victim of the deepfake video. 

    In an interview with the Associated France Press (AFP), she voiced the urgency of tackling fake images Bokhari asserted that the judiciary and the system of police need to be modernised to counter such issues as deepfake videos are frequently used to discredit women.

    In Pakistan, where media literacy is poor, AI is weaponised to defame women in the public sphere with sexual innuendo deeply damaging to their reputations in a country with conservative mores.

  • 2024 breaks records as the hottest year in human history

    2024 breaks records as the hottest year in human history

    2024 has officially become the hottest year ever in human history.

    The average global temperature in 2024 was recorded as 1.5 degrees Celsius higher than pre-industrial levels, marking it the hottest year in human history. The significant increase was confirmed by the European climate agency Copernicus, which stated that the average temperature for 2024 was 1.6 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

    In fact, 2024 may have been the hottest year in the last 100,000 years. Previously, 2023 held the record for the hottest year, with the global temperature being 1.48 degrees Celsius higher than pre-industrial times.

    The primary reason for the rise in temperature is the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas, which has adversely affected lives and livelihoods across the globe. The 2015 Paris Agreement aimed to keep the global temperature increase below 1.5 degrees Celsius, but that goal has already been surpassed.

    Data from the climate agency also highlights that on July 10, 2024,  44 percent of the Earth’s surface experienced extreme heat. Additionally, July 22, 2024, was recorded as the hottest day in history.

    Experts believe that carbon dioxide emissions reached record levels in 2024, indicating insufficient progress in finding alternatives to fossil fuels. The first half of the year saw a temperature rise partly due to the El Niño phenomenon, a climate pattern that warms a large part of the Pacific Ocean, raising global temperatures.

    However, even after El Niño subsided, the second half of 2024 did not see a decrease in temperature intensity. Scientists suggest that an unexpected factor might have contributed, potentially accelerating future temperature rises.

    The European agency pointed out that the climate crisis caused by extreme heat is now unmistakable, with the intensity and duration of heat waves reaching levels once thought impossible.

    Experts warn that this is just the beginning, and future years may continue to set new heat records. 

    By the end of this century, 2024 might be remembered as one of the cooler years.