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  • Mianwali parents who wanted son charged with killing baby girl

    Mianwali parents who wanted son charged with killing baby girl

    Police in Mianwali have filed a murder case against a couple for allegedly killing their two-month-old girl in Harnoli region because they were dissatisfied with the birth of a second daughter.

    As per the police, the infant was drowned by her biological parents in a water tank. The father has been taken into custody, while efforts to apprehend the mother remain underway. 

    Police indicated that the father confessed during interrogation, saying he had wanted a son and that he committed the murder at the behest of his wife. The case has been registered in the name of the state, while investigations are continuing to uncover all the details surrounding the incident.

    Law enforcement representatives mentioned that they aim to ensure accountability for both parents. The detained father remains in police custody. 


    The case underscores ongoing societal pressures regarding gender preference. Police stated that legal proceedings will proceed as per the law.

  • Three Lahore constables dismissed for filming TikTok video inside police station

    Three Lahore constables dismissed for filming TikTok video inside police station

    Three constables posted in Lahore have been dismissed for creating and posting a TikTok video while on duty inside a police station.

    The video showed the constables performing humorous skits, with a clerk mimicking an officer while sitting at his desk. 

    Constables Shahid, Bilal, and Usman participated in the video, which later went viral on social media.

    Senior officers noticed the video and took immediate action. Following an inquiry, SP Model Town, Shahr Bano Naqvi, ordered the dismissal of all three constables.

    Similar cases have occurred in other parts of Pakistan. In 2025, authorities banned all police officers from using TikTok or any social media platforms to post personal videos while in uniform or on duty. 

    This followed a viral video scandal involving a female police constable who complained that a colleague had posted a video of her without consent during training. 

    Islamabad Police also suspended two officers, Aftab Ahmed and Ehtesham Aslam. They faced allegations of misconduct and violating social media rules and were instructed to report to Rescue 15.

    In 2024, a Karachi Police officer faced suspension after appearing in a viral TikTok video. 

    Police officials said that making videos in uniform not only breaches service discipline but also raises questions about the credibility of the institution.

  • India face unbelievable streak without winning single ODI toss in nearly two years

    India face unbelievable streak without winning single ODI toss in nearly two years

    The Indian cricket team is experiencing an extraordinary streak, having lost 20 consecutive tosses in One Day Internationals (ODIs) with odds of this happening being less than one in a million.

    Indian stand-in captain KL Rahul admitted he is surprised by this unusual run of bad luck starting during the 2023 World Cup final in Ahmedabad when Rohit Sharma was leading the team.

    “I was practicing, but clearly it didn’t work,” Rahul said after losing the toss on December 3 against South Africa in Raipur.

    He went on to say he hoped to break the streak in the third ODI on December 6 in Visakhapatnam.

    “Honestly, this is the thing that puts the most pressure on me because we haven’t won a toss in a long time,” he said.

    India last won an ODI toss in November 15, 2023, when they faced New Zealand in the World Cup semi-final in Mumbai.

    The team has since failed to win a single toss under three different captains, Rohit Sharma, regular ODI captain Shubman Gill and now KL Rahul.

    Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar said that Rahul mentioned practicing for tosses, but added, “How can you know what the opposing captain will call?”

    Gavaskar explained that different captains may have different preferences, with some favouring heads and others tails.

    Former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn revealed that Faf du Plessis once asked South African captain Temba Bavuma to call the toss after a long losing streak. 

    Steyn said it was the first time he had seen a captain let another player call the toss, yet Bavuma also lost that toss.

    This rare statistical anomaly has captured the attention of cricketing fans around the globe as India searches for its first ODI toss win in nearly two years.

  • Israeli strikes resume despite direct talks with Lebanon

    Israeli strikes resume despite direct talks with Lebanon

    Israeli aircraft targeted areas in southern Lebanon on Thursday, following a rare in-person meeting between Israeli and Lebanese officials the previous day.

    The airstrikes focused on locations that the Israeli military alleged were used by Hezbollah for weapon storage.

    Residents living in Mjadel, Baraachit, Jbaa, and Mahrouna received orders to evacuate areas close to what Israel identified as storage sites associated with Hezbollah. The Israeli military stated that these locations breached the existing ceasefire agreement and affirmed that operations would persist “to eliminate any threat.” There was no immediate reaction from Lebanese authorities.

    The airstrikes came about after Israel accused Hezbollah of reestablishing its positions near the border. Israeli officials have contended that Lebanese authorities failed to enforce the stipulations of the ceasefire agreement, which includes limiting Hezbollah’s presence south of the Litani River.

    The agreement, brokered by the US and France, required Israel to withdraw its forces from the southern region while Hezbollah was to relocate its fighters and weapons north of the river. Hezbollah and its allies have resisted this aspect of the agreement.

    Israel has kept several forward positions and ramped up air operations in recent weeks. Following the ceasefire that began in November 2024, which ended over a year of conflict, cross-border hostilities had decreased; however, near-daily strikes resumed as allegations regarding Hezbollah’s activities intensified.

    The airstrikes on Thursday occurred shortly after representatives from both sides met in Naqoura. This discussion took place at the headquarters of the UN peacekeeping force Unifil during a session of the ceasefire monitoring committee, which had previously included only military representatives from the US, France, Lebanon, Israel, and Unifil. This marked the first time civilian representatives from Israel and Lebanon participated.

    A statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office indicated that the talks “occurred in a positive atmosphere” and that both sides intended to formulate proposals for potential economic collaboration. 

    Additionally, the statement emphasized Israel’s stance that Hezbollah’s disarmament was a prerequisite.

    Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said in a press conference that Lebanon is still “far” from achieving any political normalization with Israel. He mentioned that the main aim of the Naqoura meeting was to ease tensions rather than to discuss a larger agreement.

    Salam outlined Lebanon’s priorities as putting an end to hostilities, securing the release of Lebanese prisoners held by Israel, and ensuring the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese land. He also expressed Lebanon’s willingness to allow the deployment of American and French forces to assist in verifying measures aimed at disarming Hezbollah.

    Currently, a UN Security Council delegation is present in Lebanon to assess advancements concerning the ceasefire.

  • Pakistani students face UK admission freeze

    Pakistani students face UK admission freeze

    Several universities in the UK have quietly started limiting and pausing admissions for students from Pakistan and Bangladesh after the Home Office tightened its student visa rules. 

    According to the Financial Times, institutions are now under pressure to keep visa refusal rates below five percent. The previous limit was 10 percent, and anything above the new threshold puts a university at risk of losing its license to sponsor international students.

    Universities who experienced an increase in rejections as a result have started to restrict or suspend applications from both nations. Due to unusually high rejection rates, the University of Chester will no longer accept students from Pakistan until the fall of 2026. While Sunderland, Coventry, Hertfordshire, Oxford Brookes, Glasgow Caledonian, and other private institutions have implemented temporary freezes in various programs, Wolverhampton and East London have also halted undergraduate or fresh applications from Pakistan and Bangladesh.

    The change occurs at a time when migration in the UK has become a heated political issue. Small-boat arrivals have already exceeded last year’s totals, and net migration reached 728,000 in the year ending in June 2024.


    Pressure to tighten restrictions on student visas has increased as a result of the government’s criticism for not controlling the borders. Home Office officials have also raised concerns about a rise in asylum claims from international students, warning universities that the study route cannot become a “backdoor” to settlement.

    The new compliance regulations have caused a significant financial issue for many UK institutions, particularly those that depend significantly on international students. Even a small increase in visa refusals can push them over the new limit. 

    A number of colleges that the Home Office placed under “action plans” have acknowledged making quick changes, such as increasing screening procedures, boosting deposits, and examining their networks of foreign agents.

    Education consultants in Pakistan claim that despite being close to the finish of the admissions process, many eligible students are now trapped as a result of the abrupt suspensions. They believe that the problem has been aggravated by inadequate control of certain recruitment agencies who prioritize bringing in large numbers over thoroughly screening applicants, and that both parties must solve this.


    Currently, at least one of the new compliance targets is not being met by more than 20 UK universities. In the upcoming months, this could result in additional restrictions, stricter screening, and perhaps more delays in international recruitment. However, the Home Office is adhering to the stricter regulations, stating that although overseas students are crucial, universities must ensure that only genuine applicants make it through the system.

  • Pakistan slams claims of sending expired aid to Sri Lanka

    Pakistan slams claims of sending expired aid to Sri Lanka

    The Pakistani High Commission has strongly rejected claims that it sent expired food to flood-affected people in Sri Lanka. 

    The Commission in Colombo clarified that the allegations circulating on social media and some Indian news outlets are false.

    Spokesperson for the High Commission Adeel Sattar said, “The yellow bags being discussed did not contain rice.” 

    He added, “The aid included essential items such as clean drinking water, biscuits, and milk. These items were purchased in Colombo and packed in bags brought from Pakistan.” 

    Sattar confirmed that the Pakistan Navy team, already in Sri Lanka for scheduled joint exercises, helped distribute the relief materials, while naval ships and helicopters also took part in the relief operations.

    In recent days, Indian media and social media users claimed that Pakistan sent expired food to Sri Lanka. 

    These posts suggested that the food bags showed an expiry date of 2024 and accused Pakistan of sending substandard aid. Some posts also referenced Pakistan’s previous aid during the 2022 earthquake in Afghanistan, questioning the quality of relief provided.

    Sri Lanka is currently facing one of the worst natural disasters in recent history. The country was hit by Cyclone Dethuwa last week, causing heavy rains and widespread flooding. 

    So far, at least 460 people have died, hundreds are missing, and more than 30,000 homes have been destroyed. The floods have affected over one million people, and the Sri Lankan government has declared a state of emergency.

    Pakistan has sent over 200 tons of relief materials to Sri Lanka via sea and dispatched special rescue teams. Pakistani Navy personnel are actively assisting in remote areas, delivering aid by air drops and direct distribution.

  • ‘Bro, you can’t’: Jannat Mirza reacts to marriage proposal

    ‘Bro, you can’t’: Jannat Mirza reacts to marriage proposal

    Jannat Mirza recently hosted a question and answer session on Instagram where a fan proposed to her.

    During the session, a fan promised her a lifetime of happiness and asked her to marry him. Jannat replied in her usual straightforward style and wrote, “Bro, you can’t.” 

    Her response quickly went viral and amused many of her followers.

    The Q&A also covered other topics. When asked about joining Tamasha season 5, Jannat rejected the idea and said it is “not my thing.”

    Fans also asked about her absence from Rabeeca Khan’s wedding events. Jannat said she was in Japan at the time and had already shared updates from her trip.

    She also spoke about her recent content, which includes lifestyle posts, fashion looks, and personal moments. 

    Her Halloween police look remained one of her most talked-about recent posts.

    Earlier this year, Jannat revealed that she turned down a lead-role offer in a Bollywood film opposite a well-known Indian actor. 

    She explained that family disapproval and her own preference not to work in Indian projects influenced her decision.

  • Punjab announces winter vacations for schools

    Punjab announces winter vacations for schools

    Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has officially announced winter vacations for all public and private schools across the province. 

    He shared the update through his social media accounts.

    According to the announcement, winter holidays will begin on December 22 and continue until January 10.

    Along with the holiday schedule, the minister also confirmed a major change in the examination calendar for matric and intermediate students. He said both exams will now take place after Ramadan and Eid instead of the earlier planned dates.

    Under the new schedule, matric examinations are expected to start around March 24. Intermediate exams will follow later. 

    The minister explained that the decision aims to give students enough time to prepare and reduce academic pressure during the holy month of Ramadan.

  • TikToker Pyaari Maryam passes away in childbirth

    TikToker Pyaari Maryam passes away in childbirth

    Popular digital content creator Pyaari Maryam has passed away shortly after giving birth. 

    Her husband confirmed the heartbreaking news through Instagram stories.

    “May Allah grant the departed soul eternal mercy and forgiveness and bless her family with strength and patience during this heartbreaking time,” the post read.

    As the news spread, social media quickly filled with condolence messages from fellow celebrities and fans. 

    Expressing grief, fellow TikToker Fatima Jafery said, “This is why we always emphasize taking special care of women during pregnancy. It is a very sensitive and critical time for them. May Allah grant her forgiveness. Ameen.”

    Model Ken Doll said, “That’s so sad. She was the sweetest soul.”

    Pyaari Maryam was a well known social media personality with over 100,000 followers on Instagram and more than two million followers on TikTok. 

    She gained popularity through her lifestyle vlogs complete with a relatable and cute way of speaking. 

    Maryam was married to Ahsan Ali, who often appeared in her content. 

    She frequently posted about their life as a couple and had recently shared her excitement about becoming a parent. 

    According to reports shared through her official social media account, her twin babies are alive.

     
  • FIA pinpoints illegal kidney transplant networks in KP

    FIA pinpoints illegal kidney transplant networks in KP

    The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has identified five networks engaged in illegal kidney transplants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, culminating a year-long inquiry that has led to multiple arrests and seizures throughout the province.

    Investigators reported that the networks ran transplant operations through a web of contacts, coordinators, and local agents.

    Over the past year, authorities have arrested eighteen suspects, while five transplant centers in Peshawar, Nowshera, and Mardan have been shut down. The centers operated from private residences to evade detection, with FIA estimating the per site cost at approximately PKR 3 million.

    Officials noted that the networks utilized agents who preyed on financially struggling individuals. Many donors originated from various regions in Punjab, such as Lahore, often emerging from brick-kiln communities where families have limited financial opportunities. 

    Agents matched the donors with patients, most of whom came from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Typically, samples from both patient and donor were collected in Peshawar before transplant teams transported patients to Rawalpindi for procedures.

    The estimated cost for a transplant ranged between PKR 4 million to 5 million. Donors generally received around PKR 300,000, while the remainder was allocated among agents, surgeons, and facilitators. FIA confirmed that numerous individuals connected to these networks reside in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

    The operations functioned through private meetings, restricted locations, and communication among coordinators managing logistics, donor movements, and matching. 

    This year, eight FIRs have been filed, while the medical licenses of surgeons associated with illegal activities have been revoked. Under current laws, individuals participating in the illegal organ trade may face prison sentences of up to ten years.