In the first T20 series of 5 T20 matches, Zimbabwe defeated the T20 world champion India.
In the match played in Harare, Zimbabwe batted first and scored 115 runs for losing nine wickets in the allotted 20 overs.
Chasing Zimbabwe’s 116 runs, the Indian team scored 102 runs and faced defeat by 13 runs in the first T20I. Indian captain Shubman Gill scored 31 runs, and Sundar’s 27 runs stood out.
Sikandar Raza and Tendai Chitara of Zimbabwe took 3 and 3 wickets, respectively. This is Zimbabwe’s first victory against India in any format since 2016, and the Zimbabwean team was not among the 20 teams that qualified for the T20 World Cup.
On the other hand, no player from the 15-member squad of the Indian T20 world champion team was involved in the match.
Actress Sanam Saeed has become the target of criticism by followers of a particular political party for praising Punjab government. PTI supporters took to social media to accuse her and other celebrities of being paid to promote Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s government. Sanam decided to respond to her critics after nearly a week of accusations.
The controversy started when someone asked her, “Why did you turn off the comments in your previous post? If you knew you were saying the truth, what are you scared of then?” Sanam replied, “I don’t think you guys know what it feels like to be on the receiving end of the stick. I know my intentions and my stance. But I have to save my nerves unfiltered wrath.”
Stars from the entertainment industry including Sanam Saeed, Saboor Aly, Mikaal Zulfiqar, Saba Faisal, Aima Baig and others were seen giving shoutouts to the Government of Punjab and the initiatives they have taken in the last 100 days. Many celebrities have already started to remove their videos in response to the negative feedback, and some have disabled their comments. Content creator Hamza Bhatti wrote on LinkedIn that he also got a call from CM Punjab’s team for PR. Travel YouTuber Wildlens by Abrar claimed on Instagram that influencers and celebrities are promoting the Punjab government because they were paid a lot of money.
In an interesting development, the Senate Standing Committee on Cabinet Divisions debated diverse topics this week, including the Cabinet Division’s luxuries, restrictions on the entry of its members’ second wives into the Islamabad Club, and Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s charisma.
The committee was informed that the Cabinet Division had 18 bullet-proof vehicles and six helicopters, an aviation squadron, Toshakhana gifts as well as the power to declare national public holidays.
Saleem Mandviwala pointed out the apparent unfair rule by an Islamabad Club, which doesn’t recognise a member’s second or third wife and hence doesn’t allow them to enter the premises. The committee recognised the “significance” of the issue because Islam permits men to have four marriages.
The members were informed about the government’s changes in the procedure for giving away civil awards.
“For civil awards, it is evaluated now that the recipient has done more than usual work in his or her field,” the Cabinet Division special secretary told the committee. “Singers are also considered for awards based on the views of their YouTube videos,” he added.
Reacting to this, Committee member Aamir Chishti asked the Secretary whether famous internet personality Chahat Fatteh Ali Khan’s song ‘Bado Badi’ would be considered for an award – given its number of views on YouTube.
In a hilarious moment, Aamir Chishti then turned to the committee chair, Rana Mahmoodul Hasan and asked him if he had heard the song, to which he replied, “I have. It gave me a headache.”
A class of diabetes medications, which include the best-selling drug Ozempic, are associated with a reduced risk of certain obesity-related cancers, according to a study released Friday.
Published in the journal JAMA, the study compared patients with Type 2 diabetes who were treated with insulin versus patients who were given a class of drug known as GLP-1 agonists, like Ozempic, between 2005 and 2018.
The researchers found that the patients who received GLP-1 agonists had a significantly lower risk of developing 10 out of 13 cancers studied, including kidney, pancreatic, esophageal, ovarian, liver and colorectal cancer.
Among the cancers which saw no significant change in risk were thyroid cancer and breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
“Obesity is well known to be associated with at least 13 cancer types,” study author Rong Xu said in an email to AFP.
“Our study provides evidence that GLP-1RAs hold promise in breaking the link between obesity and cancer,” Xu said.
Among the drugs studied were semaglutide — commercially sold as Ozempic — as well as liraglutide and others. Ozempic was approved in the United States in 2017.
GLP-1 agonists have been around for about 20 years, but a new generation of these drugs, among them Ozempic, has been popularized for their more significant weight loss effects.
Xu suggested that the protective benefits demonstrated in the study may encourage doctors to prescribe GLP-1 treatments for diabetes patients instead of other medicines like insulin.
Gold prices in Pakistan rose for the fourth consecutive session on Saturday, mirroring an uptick in the international market.
The price of gold per tola in the local market climbed by Rs2,000, reaching Rs246,400, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).
Similarly, the price of 10-gramme gold increased by Rs1,740, selling at Rs211,247. This follows a Rs1,100 rise in the price per tola observed on Friday.
Internationally, gold prices also saw an increase on Saturday. The rate, as reported by APGJSA, was $2,388 per ounce (including a $20 premium), marking a $24 gain for the day.
Silver prices also saw an upward trend, rising by Rs50 to settle at Rs2,900 per tola.
In April, the price of gold in the local market hit a record high of Rs252,200 per tola.
The India-Pak match in the World Championship of Legends has garnered such immense interest that all the tickets have been sold out.
Fans worldwide are fixated on the India-Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends at Edgbaston. The game will be played today, with 23,000 tickets sold.
The match will be a means to showcase the talents of the great players of the past.
Shahid Afridi (captain), Sharjeel Khan, Umar Akmal, Younis Khan, Shoaib Malik, Misbah-ul-Haq, Abdul Razak, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Tanveer, Sohail Khan, Abdul Rahman, Aamir Yameen, Taufique Umar, Sohaib Maqsood, Yasir Arafat are among the Pakistani team participating in the league.
Indian team includes Yuvraj Singh (captain), Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Gurkirt Mann, Rahul Sharma, Naman Ojha, Rahul Shukla, RP Singh, Vinay Kumar, Dhaul Kulkarni, Saurabh. Tiwari, Anwarit Singh and Pawan Negi are included.
Director Imtiaz Ali’s latest confession will leave ‘Jab We Met’ fans heartbroken. Geet and Aditya, ultimate love goals for many couples, are headed for a divorce lawyer’s office. Even after 17 years, the perfect happy ending of ‘Jab We Met’ is still what Bollywood fans hope for in their own love stories. It’s surprising to think that this deeply in love couple might end up getting divorced.
During a recent interview with The Indian Express Imtiaz was asked where would the duo be today. “At a divorce lawyer’s office,” Ali said, making the audience laugh.
It is important to remember that one of the most watched and well-liked films in Indian cinema history is Imtiaz Ali’s iconic romantic comedy Jab We Met, which debuted in 2007. The film, released in 2007, starred then-real-life couple Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead roles and became a massive success, both critically and commercially.
Milk has become more expensive in Pakistan as compared to many countries of the world, Bloomberg has reported.
According to the report, the price of boxed milk in Pakistan is 370 rupees per liter, while the same milk is available in Paris, the capital of France, for 342 rupees per liter. The price of milk in the Netherlands has also been declared cheaper than Pakistan.
The report states that milk is available at Rs 358 per litre in Amsterdam and in Australia for Rs 300 per litre, while the price of canned milk in Pakistan is Rs.370.
“Ultra-high temperature, or UHT, milk now costs 370 rupees ($1.33) a litre in supermarkets in Karachi. That compares with $1.29 in Amsterdam, $1.23 in Paris, and $1.08 in Melbourne, according to data collected by Bloomberg.” the report highlights.
Bloomberg says that more than 60 percent of children in Pakistan are suffering from anaemia and increasing the price of milk is akin to putting the lives of sick children at stake.
Monsoon winds are likely to enter Sindh from tonight bringing relief to the heat-afflicted southern province, reports Geo News.
The weather is likely to remain hot and humid in most places of Sindh on Saturday, while a drizzle is expected in some places in coastal areas today, according to the Meteorological Department
Monsoon winds will bring rain with thunder in Tharparkar, Umarkot and Mirpurkhas during July 7-8.
Karachi and Sajawal are likely to experience thundershowers on July 8 and 9.
Fahad Mustafa is back on our screens in ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ after being away for years. This show reminds us why he was a top TV star. Fahad has played many different roles, from a young dreamer to a powerful landowner, and from a hopeless romantic to an angry husband. His characters often strongly highlight real-life issues.
Here are some of his top dramas that you must watch!
Kankar (2013)
Fahad Mustafa plays Sikander, who starts as a charming husband but turns controlling and abusive. The drama shows the harsh reality of domestic violence and how a woman stands up against it. It’s a powerful story about cultural norms and abuse.
Dusri Biwi (2016)
Fahad Mustafa is Hassan, a happily married man whose life changes when he marries a second wife, Farah. The drama explores the challenges of polygamy and its impact on relationships, showing the emotional conflicts Hassan faces.
Mera Saaein Season 2 (2012)
Fahad Mustafa plays Shazmaan, a dark and vengeful character. The story is about power, politics, and betrayal, with Fahad’s intense performance making it a must-watch for fans of serious dramas.
Ek Tamanna Lahasil Si (2012)
Fahad Mustafa is Mohsin, who marries his cousin Nadia. However, their happiness is ruined by Mohsin’s controlling mother, leading to Nadia’s struggle against emotional and physical abuse.
Daagh (2012)
Fahad Mustafa plays Murad, who marries his love, Umama, despite his family’s disapproval. However, the pressure to have a son strains their relationship, leading Murad to make a life-changing decision. The drama highlights societal pressures around childbirth and their emotional impact.
These dramas showcase Fahad Mustafa’s incredible range and talent, making them essential viewing for fans.
