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  • Bollywood celebrities finally break silence on Israel’s genocide in Gaza

    Bollywood celebrities finally break silence on Israel’s genocide in Gaza

    After nearly seven and a half months, Bollywood’s top actors also broke their silence on Israeli aggression in Palestine.

    Following the Israeli military attack in the Rafah refugee camp, many Bollywood actors expressed their support for the defenseless Palestinians by condemning Israeli aggression.

    Bollywood celebrities including Priyanka Chopra, Sonakshi Sinha Malaikaarorao, and Alia Bhatt have joined the ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ post that’s gone viral on Instagram and other social media sites.

    Many other actors also became part of the ongoing ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ campaign, launched on various social media platforms in protest against the Indian government’s support for Israel.

    After the recent attacks at the refugee camp in Rafah, which killed 75 Palestinians, including a large number of women and children, it was revealed that explosive materials were used, causing those living in the camp to be burnt alive.

    The incident has prompted the International Court of Justice to issue an injunction against Israel’s actions in Rafah.

    The phrase ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ is a phrase that points to ethnic cleansing in Rafah. This phrase is trending on social media everywhere.

    A picture urging attention to Israeli aggression in Gaza has been shared and re-shared over 33.6 million times on Instagram in the last 24 hours.

  • ‘Lies, deceit, God knows what other lies’ Khan blames one General alone for his fall from power

    ‘Lies, deceit, God knows what other lies’ Khan blames one General alone for his fall from power

    Former Prime Minister Imran Khan gave an exclusive interview with renowned journalist Mehdi Hassan for his new platform Zeteo. Khan openly talked about his imprisonment experience, past regrets, and the country’s political situation.

    Mehdi Hassan clarified that he could only send a list of written questions and did not directly speak to him, nor could he ask a counter-question.

    Khan, who is currently incarcerated in Adiala jail, spoke about his ordeal in prison saying, “They employ psychological tactics to break my spirit, but my heart, fortified by faith in Allah, remains strong.”

    Hassan asked Khan whom he blamed for everything that had happened to him since the 2022 fall of his government and he replied, “After 11 months in prison, I am certain that this ordeal was orchestrated solely by General Bajwa. I hold no one else responsible.”

    The founder of PTI used strong words for the former Chief of Army Staff saying, “He meticulously planned and executed this scheme, presenting himself as a deceitful figure, creating lies and false narratives to cause both national and international chaos – all to secure his extension.”

    Khan blamed ex-COAS Bajwa for “painting him as anti-American due to his insatiable thirst for power. God knows what other lies he disseminated to various countries.”

    “My only regret is trusting General Bajwa,” he commented.

    Interestingly, Khan did not mention current Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir at all.

    Criticizing the ruling government he said, “This government lacks legitimacy. The PML-N barely won 17 seats in Parliament. The violence, torture, and pre-poll rigging were evident. After the elections, it took them nearly two days to alter the results.”

    Finally, Khan’s message was “There has been an attack on democracy and the right to self-determination of 250 million people”. He further called the February 8 general elections a sham which brought “more uncertainty and a greater trust deficit between the people and the ruling elite.”

  • Gold price surges by Rs2,400 per tola amid declining purchasing power

    Gold price surges by Rs2,400 per tola amid declining purchasing power

    In a notable upswing, the price of 24-karat gold in Pakistan surged by Rs2,400 on Wednesday, bringing the cost to Rs242,700 per tola.

    This increase reflects the ongoing volatility in the gold market, influenced by both domestic and international factors.

    Interestingly, the current price of gold remains Rs3,000 below its actual market value. This discrepancy is primarily attributed to a reduction in purchasing power, as reported by market analysts.

    The Karachi Sarafa Association disclosed that the price of 24-karat gold also rose to Rs208,076 per 10 grammes, marking an increase of Rs2,058.

    The price of 22-karat gold followed this upward trend, reaching Rs190,736 per 10 grammes. 

    Silver prices have also climbed, keeping pace with international trends. The price of 24-karat silver now stands at Rs2,900 per tola and Rs2,486.28 per 10 grammes, up by Rs100 per tola and Rs85.74 per 10 grammes, respectively.

    On the global stage, spot gold traded at approximately $2,345.04 per ounce, a decline of 0.66 per cent from the previous day’s closing. In contrast, spot silver maintained its strength, trading near $32 per ounce after recording a 1.36 per cent increase the previous day.

  • Two years since Sidhu Moose Wala’s death, parents keep son’s memory alive

    Two years since Sidhu Moose Wala’s death, parents keep son’s memory alive


     
    Today is the second death anniversary of the late Punjabi singer/rapper Sidhu Moose Wala, who was the ‘King of Punjabi music industry’ and ‘Heartthrob of Young Hearts’.
     
    On May 29, 2022, Sidhu Moose Wala was brutally murdered by gunfire in Jawaharke village of Mansa district on May 29, 2022. Over 30 bullets were fired at him.
     
     
    Lawrence Bishnoi, a renowned mobster, was later identified as the murder’s facilitator. The singer, a political activist who ran for office in the last election from Mansa on a Congress ticket but was unsuccessful, was the target of the attackers’ long-standing anger.
     
    The Indian police have been unable to locate the criminals and prosecute them, even after making many arrests. Today, the family of Sidhu Moose Wala has announced a unique ceremony to honor his memory.
     
     
    His mother has posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying, “We remember you, dear son Sidhu. We will never forget you, and your memory will always be alive in our hearts. This day is written in black ink in history.”


     
    Moose Wala’s father, Sardar Balkaur Singh Sidhu, has also posted a picture of his son and appealed for justice, using the hashtag #JusticeForSidhuMooseWala. He expressed his disappointment and frustration over the lack of justice, saying, “Justice has become a distant hope.”


     
    Sidhu Moose Wala’s parents, ‘Balkaur’and ‘Charan Kaur’, have recently welcomed their second son. ( Shubhdeep)

  • Extremist Indians slams Rohit Sharma’s wife for sharing post about Rafah

    Extremist Indians slams Rohit Sharma’s wife for sharing post about Rafah

    Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma’s wife Ritika Sajdeh has shared the viral post ‘All eyes on Rafah’ to express solidarity with Gaza. The simple act has led to attacks from extremist and bigoted Indians, who filled her comment section with hate.

    Many Indian artists have also shared the post and expressed their solidarity with Palestine.

    The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered Israel not to attack Rafah, describing the humanitarian situation as disastrous, while Israel continues its genocide.

    The viral post (All Eyes on Rafah) on social media against Israeli atrocities refers to the genocide of Palestinians in the Rafah region of Gaza, where more than 1.4 million Palestinians are seeking asylum.

  • Safia Al-Sayegh becomes first Emirati female cyclist to qualify for Paris Olympics

    Safia Al-Sayegh becomes first Emirati female cyclist to qualify for Paris Olympics

    Safia Al-Sayegh became the first Emirati female cyclist to qualify for the Paris Olympics 2024. 22-year-old Safia is from Dubai turning her hobby and passion into a profession.

    According to media reports, Safia Al-Sayegh has represented the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the World Cycling Championships and has recently been given the good news of qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics by the UAE Cycling Federation.

    The 2024 Paris Olympics will be held from July 26 to August 11.

  • Danish student protest in support of Gaza successful, Copenhagen university agrees to divestment

    Danish student protest in support of Gaza successful, Copenhagen university agrees to divestment

    Copenhagen University has decided to stop investing in companies operating in Israeli settlements, Reuters has reported.

    Amid student protests pressuring the campus to cut financial and institutional ties with Israel, the University of Copenhagen says that it will stop investing in companies doing business in the occupied West Bank.

    The university has announced that it will, as of May 29, divest its holdings worth a total of about 1 million Danish crowns ($145,810) in Airbnb, Booking.com, and eDreams.


    The university also said that it would work with fund managers to manage its investments and ensure they comply with a United Nations list of companies involved in illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank.


    The University of Copenhagen has a yearly revenue of over 10 billion crowns, some of which is invested in bonds and equities.

  • Gandapur angry in public gatherings, calm in closed-door meetings

    Gandapur angry in public gatherings, calm in closed-door meetings

    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur can play a significant role in engagement between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the establishment, The News’ senior journalist Ansar Abbasi has reported.

    Informed sources told The News that Gandapur’s behaviour was entirely different to his usual outspoken self during the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) meeting, as compared to his attitude while addressing public gatherings.

    He behaved very calmly during his interaction with the federal government, The News reported on Tuesday.

    On Monday, during a joint press conference along with the interior minister Mohsin Naqvi and power minister Owais Leghari, Gandapur stressed that his political activities should be kept separate from his administrative duties. He further stated in a presser that he is ready to work with the federal government to resolve the issues faced by KP.

    The chief minister also conveyed the message of PTI founder Imran Khan: “We do not have any conflict with institutions, there is no disagreement with the governor’s policy, and we will have to negotiate on the issues and rights of the province.” 

    “He is cooperative, he positively takes part in discussions on issues of national interest and never engages in any sort of conflict,” a source who has attended a few such federal-level meetings revealed about the conduct of the KP chief minister.

  • Did Naumaan Ijaz object to son becoming an actor?

    Did Naumaan Ijaz object to son becoming an actor?

    Veteran actor Naumaan Ijaz was invited as a guest on ‘Meer Means Business’ show where he also talked about how the younger generation doesn’t appreciate hard work these days and instead looks for shortcuts.

    He also made a surprising confession about his son Zaviyar Nauman Ijaz decision to enter the entertainment industry.

    Naumaan Ijaz said, “I never wanted my son to become an actor. It was written in his fate, otherwise, I never took my sons to any set I was working on and never invited any artists to my house.”

    Terming himself a “normal man” when at home, the celebrated actor said he does regular chores and fixes things. “I didn’t want my son to enter this field because it’s tough to make a living here.”

    While he may have had objections to his son becoming an actor, we are glad he did. has given us many hits like  Sang-e-Mah and Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha

  • Shehbaz ko dhoti nahin pasand lekin Nawaz ko achi lagti hai, says Rohale Asghar

    Shehbaz ko dhoti nahin pasand lekin Nawaz ko achi lagti hai, says Rohale Asghar

    Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Sheikh Rohale Asghar recently appeared in an interview on WE News in which he revealed that PM Shehbaz didn’t like his traditional dress (Dhoti kurta).

    “PM Shehbaz strongly complains about my clothes and even told me to change the attire but I refused,” said the PML-N leader.

    He further said, “I’m not a servant of Shehbaz Sharif. I am Sheikh Rohale Asghar son of Muhammad Asghar and I have my own identity.”

    Asghar also stated that Nawaz Sharif likes his dressing style but Shehbaz Sharif has complained to him multiple times about his laacha.

    Does this mean that Shehbaz Sharif never wears a dhoti? That would be strange as after all, it is the traditional rural attire of the province he governed twice.