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  • Pakistan cricket team reaches Ireland under leadership of Babar Azam

    Pakistan cricket team reaches Ireland under leadership of Babar Azam

    Pakistan’s 17-member cricket team has reached Ireland to play a three-matchT20 series under the leadership of Babar Azam.

    The national cricket team will rest today and the first training session will be on May 9. The T20 matches will be played in Dublin on May 12, 10 and 14.

    The Pakistan cricket team will reach England after completing the tour of Ireland to play a four match T20 series before T20 world cup. This series will start from May 22 to May 30.

    Babar Azam (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Muhammad Abbas Afridi, Muhammad Amir, Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Usman Khan are included in squad.

  • Toshakhana luxury car case: Nawaz wants to be declared not guilty

    Toshakhana luxury car case: Nawaz wants to be declared not guilty

    Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif asked an accountability court on Tuesday to drop charges against him in the Toshakhana reference.

    Nawaz Sharif’s lawyer Rana Muhammad Arif Khan filed the petition. President Asif Ali Zardari and former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani are also accused in the same case.
    The prosecutor representing the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) stated in court that he would forward the application to NAB headquarters.

    After that, the court issued a notice on Nawaz’s plea for May 23 and adjourned the hearing till June 3.
    Earlier this month, NAB cleared the PML-N leader of any wrongdoing in a case about him getting a luxury car from the Toshakhana (gift repository).

  • Apple unveils new iPad Pro with M4 chip at ‘Let Loose’ event

    Apple unveils new iPad Pro with M4 chip at ‘Let Loose’ event

    Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, described the recent “Let Loose” event as “the biggest day for iPad since its introduction.”

    The tech giant introduced significant updates to the iPad Air and iPad Pro, along with the launch of a new Apple Pencil Pro and an updated Magic Keyboard, tailored specifically for these new iPads.

    iPad Air: Two display sizes and new color options

    The latest iPad Air now comes in two sizes, an 11-inch model and a larger 13-inch version, both powered by the advanced M2 chip.

    Other enhancements include the addition of spatial audio for immersive sound and the relocation of the front-facing camera to the landscape edge, facilitating better video calls.

    Alongside the classic space grey and starry finishes, Apple has introduced new blue and purple color options, offering a wider variety of choices.

    iPad Pro: A leap in display technology and performance

    Apple’s updated iPad Pro features a revolutionary display technology called Tandem OLED, available in both the 11-inch and 13-inch models.

    The iPad Pro now boasts the powerful M4 chip, providing a substantial performance boost.

    Apple claims that this new chip makes the iPad Pro “four times faster” than its predecessor, a surprising leap given that these advanced chips were expected to debut in the Mac series.

    The iPad Pro will be available in space black and silver finishes.

    Apple Pencil Pro: Precision and new features

    The new Apple Pencil Pro is designed to offer greater precision and control, thanks to its built-in gyroscope that allows users to fine-tune their tools.

    A unique squeeze feature enables users to quickly switch between tools, adding a new layer of functionality.

    Additionally, the Pencil Pro now integrates with Apple’s FindMy feature, providing a simple way to locate the Pencil if it is misplaced.

    As with the previous model, the Pencil Pro is magnetically charged and can be attached to the iPad for easy transport.

    Magic Keyboard: Lighter and thinner for enhanced portability

    Apple has redesigned the Magic Keyboard to be lighter and thinner to complement the new iPad Pro’s sleek profile.

    It features an aluminium trackpad, a row of function keys, and comes in two color options to match the iPad Pro.

    The Magic Keyboard will be available in two sizes: the 11-inch model priced at $299 and the 13-inch model at $349.

  • Govt plans to increase retirement age to reduce pension spending

    Govt plans to increase retirement age to reduce pension spending

    Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that the government is set to introduce pension reforms as part of a broader strategy to implement structural changes ahead of signing a new agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

    The proposed reforms aim to bring pension expenses under control and extend the retirement age, reflecting a shift in societal perceptions about aging.

    Speaking at a joint press conference alongside Federal Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar and Information Minister Atta Tarar, Aurangzeb highlighted the need to manage growing pension costs.

    He suggested that raising the retirement age is a key component of the reforms.

    “Age is now just a number. 60 is the new 40,” Aurangzeb remarked, pointing out that many individuals remain productive well into their 60s.

    He cited his previous role as CEO of Habib Bank Limited (HBL), where the retirement age was increased from 60 to 65, illustrating the benefits of extended career longevity.

    To address the rising pension expenditures, Aurangzeb stated that changes to the civil service structure are needed.

    In the fiscal year 2023-24, Pakistan allocated Rs801 billion for superannuation allowances and pensions, representing a 31 per cent increase from the previous fiscal year’s allocation of Rs609 billion.

    Federal Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar noted that implementing pension reforms would require legislation, as it impacts a wide range of sectors, including civil servants, armed forces, judicial organs, and executive branches.

    Tarar added that a committee has been established under the chairmanship of the finance minister to propose recommendations for pension reforms. “The recommendations, when finalised, will be shared with the public,” he assured.

    In other news, Aurangzeb discussed the recent visit by a Saudi delegation to Pakistan, which he described as a “confidence booster.”

    The discussions with the Saudi delegation were positive, reinforcing the country’s commitment to moving in the right direction.

    Looking ahead, Aurangzeb announced that the IMF mission would arrive in Pakistan this month for key talks on structural reforms.

    These discussions will focus on several crucial areas, including increasing the tax-to-GDP ratio from the current 9 per cent to a more sustainable 13-14 per cent, reforming the energy sector, and privatising State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs).

    The finance minister also highlighted the need to reduce non-development expenditure and commended the Sindh government’s Public-Private-Partnership model as a successful strategy that could be replicated at the federal level.

  • Israel shows no sign of accepting ceasefire

    Israel shows no sign of accepting ceasefire

    The ceasefire. The one that Palestinians still in Rafah were waiting for. Hamas had agreed to the ceasefire terms but Israel has once again, delayed any possibility of peace in the region.

    Israel’s unapologetic dissent comes despite global pressure calling for an end to the seven-month genocide of Palestinians which has now killed more than 34,000 people.

    As per the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the three-phase ceasefire is in ‘contradiction with Israel’s demands’ and a delegation will reportedly be sent to Cairo for talks.

    On the other hand, according to sources from Al Jazeera, Hamas claims that Netanyahu deliberately undermined the recent discussions while reports in the Israeli media of Hamas accepting a deal is also being discredited, deeming it as a “ruse designed to make Israel look like they had sabotaged the deal”.

    Ironically, at the same time, Israeli military has invaded the Rafah crossing.

    “By deciding to close the Rafah and Kerem Shalom [Karem Abu Salem] border crossing, Israel is leading the region toward a disaster and continues its policy of starvation and persecution of [Palestinians],” said Hamas.

    Hamas has also called for “international intervention” to prompt Israel into accepting the ceasefire.

    Previously, Hamas deputy leader Khalil al-Hayya confirmed to Al Jazeera that US President Biden personally committed to the implementation of the ceasefire deal.

    He told the Qatari news network that Egyptian and Qatari mediators had told Hamas that the United States president was committed to making sure that the agreement was enforced.

    However, there hasn’t been confirmation of this from the American side.

    The US confirmed that work was being done ‘right now’ to ensure peace. State Department spokesperson Miller didn’t give a timeframe for how long the details of the ceasefire would take but he said that the CIA director is “literally working on this right now”.

    “It’s something that is a top priority for everyone in this administration from the president on down,” Miller said.

    “Everyone is focused on this. Everyone is trying to get a deal over the line.”

  • India’s Sonam Bajwa comments on Sajal Aly’s new drama

    India’s Sonam Bajwa comments on Sajal Aly’s new drama


    Actress Sajal Aly has once again won hearts, this time surprising Indian actress Sonam Bajwa with her upcoming project.
    Sajal Aly is set to be seen on television screens with Hamza Sohail in the drama serial ‘Zard Patton Ka Bunn’, and fans are looking forward to it.
    Bollywood actress Sonam Bajwa was one of many who couldn’t resist congratulating Sajal Aly on her next assignment, leaving a, “You never fail to amaze me” remark on Sajal’s Instagram post.


    The drama ‘Zard Patton Ka Bunn’ will be on HUMTV. Pakistani celebrities have sent their best wishes to Sajal Aly for her new, upcoming drama, including Kinza Hashmi, Amar Khan, Maya Ali, and Zara Noor Abbas.
    ‘Zard Patoo Ka Bann’ promises to be a fast-paced drama and viewers are eagerly awaiting to see Hamza Sohail and Sajal Aly coming together in the lead roles.

  • Usman Qadir reveals dirty politics in Pakistan Cricket Board

    Usman Qadir reveals dirty politics in Pakistan Cricket Board

    Pakistan cricket team leg spinner Usman Qadir has revealed the dirty politics in Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

    In a recent interview on YouTube channel ‘Hafiz Muhammad Imran’ Usman Qadir said, “When I got injured in a bilateral series against England, PCB forcefully took me to the New Zealand tour.”

    “I was not allowed to bowl in the nets and was asked to get an additional X-ray test instead. My X-rays showed two fractures while I initially was diagnosed with just one fracture.”

    Video Credit: Hafiz Muhammad Imran Official

    He said, “PCB hired an Australian doctor for staging a conspiracy as his refusal to declare me fit led to the exclusion from Pakistan’s T20 World Cup squad in 2022.”

    Later, Usman Qadir said, “The Australian doctor admitted his error. However, I was already dropped from the Pakistan team.”

    Qadir claims to have evidence of the conspiracy, but he couldn’t defend himself because nobody on the board or the team listened to him.

  • ‘Gentleman’ new teasers out; OST features Atif Aslam

    ‘Gentleman’ new teasers out; OST features Atif Aslam

    A new TV drama series called ‘Gentleman’ is set to premiere soon on Green Entertainment. Directed by Haissam Hussain and produced by Samina Humayun Saeed and Sana Shahnawaz from Next Level Entertainment, the show features a stellar cast including Zahid Ahmed, Sohai Ali Abro, Ahmed Ali Butt, Adnan Siddiqui, Humayun Saeed, and Yumna Zaidi.
    The story, penned by controversial writer Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar, has garnered much anticipation. Green Entertainment recently unveiled teasers, trailers, and the original soundtrack featuring Atif Aslam. Scheduled for airing on Sunday, May 12th, the teasers have sparked public excitement.
    Teaser 3 featuring Yumna Zaidi, Humayun Saeed and Ahmed Ali Butt:


    Teaser 4 featuring the brilliant actors Humayun Saeed and Adnan Siddiqui:


    Teaser 5 featuring the brilliant Zahid Ahmed:


    Teaser 6 Featuring Ahmed Ali Butt:


    Gentleman Official Trailer featuring Atif Aslam’s OST:

  • COMSATS director accused of domestic abuse by wife

    COMSATS director accused of domestic abuse by wife

    COMSATS director Dr. Syed Asad Hussain has been accused by his wife of subjecting her to abuse in front of their children.

    CCTV footage available with The Current shows that Asad Hussain, in a fit of fury, pushed his wife. Eventually, their children came out and tried to shield their mother. While the professor did not hold back, the children made an effort to bring the mother inside and expel their father from the gate.

    COMSATS website explains that Dr. Asad Hussain is the Director, having studied at Cardiff University and postgraduate University of Sydney Australia in 2010.

    In the First Investigation Report (FIR) registered with the police of an upscale housing society in Lahore, the victim states that in 20 years of marriage, her husband has allegedly physically abused her multiple times and has threatened her with divorce. However, she kept silent because of her three children.

    On April 3, the husband started cursing her in front of the front gate of the house and pushed her in the car which the children witnessed from the terrace and rushed to help their mother. He again threatened to kick her out of the house or kill her. The children and victim took a stand and told him that the house is theirs. They eventually push him out of the main gate.

    FIR states that while the children and mother tried to reconcile, Dr. Asad misbehaved and hurled abuses at them in front of the extended family. Thus, the victim requested the police to provide her with security as this has put her life at risk.

    The Current has confirmed with ASI Adil Kamran of the police station where the FIR was registered yet no action has taken place till the time the story is being published.

  • Which film does Preity love most with Salman Khan?

    Which film does Preity love most with Salman Khan?

    Preity Zinta is busy shooting with director Rajkumar Santoshi’s for his upcoming film ‘Lahore 1947’, where she will be seen with Sunny Deol in the Aamir Khan Productions co-venture.

    Fans have asked several questions including if she has any projects lined up with Salman Khan.

    “If there is a good script, anything is possible,” replied Preity.
    She was asked about her favorite film with Salman Khan. Preity named the 2001 film ‘Chori Chori Chupke Chupke’ as her favorite.