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  • Government to block passports of over 2,000 ‘beggars’

    Government to block passports of over 2,000 ‘beggars’

    The federal government has decided to block the passports of more than 2,000 Pakistani beggars operating in foreign countries.

    The Director General (DG) of Immigration and Passports has requested details from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding these beggars. The Ministry will obtain lists of these beggars from its missions worldwide.

    Passports of Pakistanis engaged in begging in foreign countries will be blocked for seven years.

    The government has also decided to block the passports of agents who facilitate the movement of beggars abroad.

    Most beggars travel to Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Iraq for Umrah and pilgrimage purposes.

    Data on individuals travelling abroad for begging purposes has been compiled.

    The Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are developing a coordinated policy.

  • Army to be deployed across country during Muharram

    Army to be deployed across country during Muharram

    The federal government has approved the deployment of Pakistan Army across the country due to the sensitive security situation in Muharram.

    According to the notification issued by the federal government, the Pakistan Army and Civil Armed Forces have been approved for deployment in Islamabad, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. The armed forces have deployed indefinitely.

    Ashura holds significant religious importance for Muslims, marking the day of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions at the Battle of Karbala.

  • Court orders removal of Parvez Elahi’s name from no-fly list

    Court orders removal of Parvez Elahi’s name from no-fly list

    The Lahore High Court (LHC) has granted significant relief to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President Parvez Elahi by directing the removal of his name from the Passport Control List (PCL), as reported by ARY News on Monday.

    Justice Shams Mahmood Mirza of the LHC issued the verdict in response to a filed petition. Justice Mirza also instructed the removal of the names of Elahi’s son, Rasikh Elahi, and daughter-in-law, Zara Elahi, from the PCL.

    Earlier, Parvez Elahi had submitted a plea requesting the removal of his name from the PCL to facilitate his international travel.

    On May 21, Parvez Elahi was released from jail after spending a year behind bars.

    Following his release, the veteran politician stated, “I am thankful to Allah for giving me the courage to remain steadfast. I am also grateful to the judges who upheld the truth and supported me.”

  • Pakistani scientist Dr. Mehmood Khan receives Saudi citizenship under Vision 2030

    Pakistani scientist Dr. Mehmood Khan receives Saudi citizenship under Vision 2030

    The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has granted Saudi citizenship to Pakistani scientist Dr. Mehmood Khan. A royal decree was issued under Vision 2030 to confer nationality upon scientists, medical doctors, researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and distinguished talents with unique expertise and specialization in their respective fields.

    Dr. Khan currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Hevolution Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing aging-related treatments, accelerating drug development timelines, and improving access to therapeutics that extend human lifespans.

    Saudi Arabia initiated Vision 2030 to attract and retain exceptional global talent, thereby enhancing the country’s economic and social development.

  • Mushtaq Ahmed takes over coaching role in England

    Mushtaq Ahmed takes over coaching role in England

    Former Pakistan leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed has assumed coaching duties in England.

    He arrived in England two days ago and began coaching yesterday. He has joined the England Under-19 coaching panel.

    The former leg-spinner will also mentor young bowlers in the England team, leveraging his prior experience with the England cricket team.

  • Why Tauqeer Nasir turned down a Bollywood film with Madhuri Dixit?

    Why Tauqeer Nasir turned down a Bollywood film with Madhuri Dixit?

    Tauqeer Nasir, a prominent figure in the Pakistani entertainment industry, made some revelations as he appeared as a guest on ‘Zabardast’, hosted by Wasi Shah.

    He revealed that his work has been acknowledged by many in Bollywood, marking a significant highlight in his remarkable career.

    “Shah Rukh Khan has always been a fan of my work,” he said.

    Nasir also claimed that Khan was inspired by his performance in ‘Parwaaz’ and copied his style and character for his role in ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’.

    “The similarities between the two characters are striking, and it’s evident that he drew heavy inspiration from my work,” he added.

    Tauqeer Nasir also disclosed that he once received an offer for a Bollywood film that would have starred him alongside the legendary Madhuri Dixit, but due to political tensions at the time, the project fell through.

    “After that experience, I lost interest in pursuing opportunities in Bollywood,” he admitted.

    Celebrated for his exceptional talent, Nasir holds the prestigious honours of Tamgha-e-Imtiaz and Sitara-e-Imtiaz, which the Government of Pakistan awarded him for his outstanding contributions.

  • Virat Kohli’s Instagram post becomes most liked in Asia after T20 World Cup win

    Virat Kohli’s Instagram post becomes most liked in Asia after T20 World Cup win

    Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli’s Instagram post following the T20 World Cup 2024 received the most likes in Asia.

    India won the T20 World Cup last month, securing their second title by defeating South Africa in the final.

    After their victory, Kohli posted a picture on Instagram with the team’s World Cup trophy, captioned, “Couldn’t have dreamt of a better day than this. God is great, and I bow my head in gratitude. We finally did it.”

    This post has received more than 21 million likes so far.

    Previously, Bollywood actresses Kiara Advani and Siddharth Malhotra held the record for the most liked Indian posts on Instagram.

    Virat Kohli also became the first Asian athlete and the fifth worldwide to garner over two crore likes on an Instagram post. He remains the most followed Indian personality on Instagram, with 270 million followers.

  • Shah Mahmood Qureshi transferred to Kot Lakhpat jail

    Shah Mahmood Qureshi transferred to Kot Lakhpat jail

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) vice chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi was relocated from Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi to Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore, as reported by ARY News.

    The former foreign minister will appear before the anti-terrorism court at the Lahore prison.

    Shah Mahmood Qureshi is currently in jail in connection with the May 9 cases, and the police have interrogated the incarcerated former foreign minister.

    Earlier, the court remanded him into judicial custody for his alleged involvement in the May 9 riots.

  • PTI’s Omar Ayub escapes arrest in Islamabad

    PTI’s Omar Ayub escapes arrest in Islamabad

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary General Omar Ayub evaded arrest when his residence in the F-10 Sector was raided by Islamabad police, along with Mianwali police, on Sunday following the issuance of his warrants by an anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Sargodha.

    Following the incident, Mianwali police clarified that their assistant sub-inspector (ASI) had not gone to Ayub’s residence with the intention of arresting the opposition leader. Instead, he was there to serve the bailable warrants.

    Ayub went into hiding after successfully escaping the raid and criticized the authorities for being so “desperate” to arrest him.

    The PTI leader took to X (formerly Twitter) to lash out at the government, saying, “The federal government, Punjab government, and agencies must be very desperate to arrest the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly.”

    PTI spokesperson Raoof Hasan spoke to Dawn, stating, “Some of the policemen were in uniform while some were in plainclothes… fortunately, the PTI secretary general was not at home.”

  • ‘Despicable Me 4’ tops N.American box office on opening weekend

    ‘Despicable Me 4’ tops N.American box office on opening weekend

    Animated comedy “Despicable Me 4” rose to the top of the North American box office on its first weekend in theaters, according to figures from industry watcher Exhibitor Relations published Sunday.

    The fourth major installment of the Minions universe — which features Will Ferrell voicing a new villain — racked up $75 million in ticket sales in the United States and Canada since its Friday release by Universal Pictures.

    “This is an outstanding opening for the 4th episode of an animation series, ranking only behind Toy Story 4,” said box office analyst David A. Gross.

    In second place with $30 million was “Inside Out 2,” the coming-of-age Disney and Pixar film which was knocked off the top spot after enjoying three consecutive weekends there.

    Apocalyptic horror “A Quiet Place: Day One” was in third place after taking in $21 million with its story of New Yorkers who must remain silent to survive an invasion by extraterrestrial creates with acute hearing.

    “MaXXXine,” a slasher that sees a mysterious killer stalking an aspiring actress in Hollywood, took fourth place with $6.7 million in ticket sales.

    Will Smith’s action-comedy “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” which also stars Martin Lawrence, took the last top five spot as it earned $6.5 million.

    Rounding out the top 10 were:

    “Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter One” ($5.5 million)

    “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot” ($3.2 million)

    “Kalki 2898 AD” ($1.9 million)

    “The Bikeriders” ($1.3 million)

    “Kinds of Kindness” ($860,000)