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Ayaz Sadiq suspends two PTI-backed MNAs for using foul language

National Assembly (NA) Speaker Ayaz Sadiq took action against two lawmakers on Friday for making inappropriate gestures during a joint parliamentary session . He suspended the membership of Jamshed Ahmad Khan Dasti and Muhammad Iqbal Khan, who are backed by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) after they used abusive language during President Asif Ali Zardari’s speech.

PTI-SIC lawmakers staged a strong protest and created a ruckus during the maiden joint sitting of parliament on Thursday after the February 8 nationwide elections, which was addressed by President Zardari in which he stressed the need for political reconciliation.

The NA speaker introduced a motion in the lower house of parliament to suspend two members.

The motion, which was read by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, stated that both MNAs used “abusive language” and approached the dais of the speaker in a “threatening manner”, which was an “unacceptable” action.

April 20, 2024
Aftab Iqbal tells fans to stop trolling legend Sohail Ahmed

Legendary actor Sohail Ahmed’s criticism of Aftab Iqbal has been in the news since the past week. The spat started when Sohail Ahmed took Aftab Iqbal to task during Ahmed Ali Butt’s Eid Special Podcast. In the podcast, Butt asked Sohail Ahmed about Aftab Iqbal’s opinion on him and Aman Ullah. This led to a conflict between their fans, with Aftab’s fans criticizing Sohail Ahmed and vice versa.
While this social media trolling was still going on, Aftab Iqbal published another video in which he requested his fans and followers to immediately stop trolling Sohail Ahmed.

He said, “The issues between Sohail Ahmed and me are personal matters, like brothers might have disagreements. However, trolling anyone over this is not acceptable, especially someone like Sohail Ahmed. Do you not recognize his talent? Criticizing Sohail Ahmed is akin to criticizing Qavi Khan! These veterans have contributed greatly to Pakistan through their skills for many years. They should be appreciated and respected.”

He further said, “People have used derogatory language and gone below the belt in expressing their opinions, which is unacceptable. I am hurt by Sohail Ahmed’s trolling, and it should stop immediately. I also call out the YouTubers who crossed the line. Iwas somehow instrumental in initiating this debate after posting my response.”

April 20, 2024
Nora Fatehi prays five times daily, fasts in Ramzan

In a recent video posted on Instagram, Bollywood actor and dancer Nora Fatehi talked about being a Muslim, revealing that she’s been fasting since she was 14, something her parents taught her when she was young.
She elaborated on feeling more intuitive during and after the month of Ramzan, emphasizing that she’s committed to fasting every day, even while working. She said fervently, “I fast every day, even though I’m working. I never break my fast. I always keep it going. [Ramzan] is a great time for me to become disciplined and more spiritual. It’s my duty.”

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The actor emphasized that fasting is essential to her faith and is something she must manage alongside her work. “I have to do it,” she stressed. “I need to stay connected to my religion, but I also have to work. Why should I have to pick one over the other?”

Fatehi further explained that she manages both her spiritual and everyday life, balancing her religious duties with her career. “As a performer, I need to stay active, but I still fast. Fasting is important, and you can do it while fulfilling your other responsibilities. When you connect with your creator, whoever that may be for you, you enter a different spiritual and mental realm.”

Reflecting on the significance of praying, Fatehi added, “What’s so beautiful about praying five times a day is that, in the chaos of the world, there’s two minutes when you stop and you thank your creator.”
Since starting her Bollywood career in 2014, Fatehi has become known for her dance performances in Indian cinema. While some of her followers resonated with her recent religious insights, others on social media have been more skeptical, questioning the apparent contrast between Fatehi’s entertainment career and her religious practices.

April 20, 2024
By-polls: Punjab requests suspension of mobile internet on polling day

Punjab has requested the interior ministry on Saturday to shut down mobile networks and internet services in 13 districts and tehsils of the province on April 21, citing security concerns.

The request has been made to maintain law and order in the province and avoid any untoward incidents.

The provincial home department wrote a letter to the interior ministry for the suspension of internet on April 21 as multiple districts and constituencies are set to witness the conduct of by-polls after more than two months of February 8 general polls.

April 20, 2024
Maybe Shoaib Malik wants to get married for third time: Abrar-ul-Haq jokes about Nawal Saeed’s silence

Popular singer Abrar-ul-Haq thinks actress Nawal Saeed should have stayed quiet about the messages she allegedly got from cricketer Shoaib Malik. He suggested, “Maybe Shoaib Malik wants to get married for the third time.”
A short video of Abrar-ul-Haq is going around online where he talks about other actresses like Nawal Saeed and Shoaib Malik.
The video is from a TV show he was on a few days ago. He talked openly about actresses and even mentioned his own second marriage.

Abrar-ul-Haq said, “I do not even think of a second marriage, because my wife already threatens to kill me.” He continued, “I have never thought of a second marriage and have no intention. My wife threatens me even before I think about it.”

He referred to Sajal Ali as an innocent actress and said she looks like a child to him. He also talked about Mehwish Hayat, Mahira Khan, and Saba Qamar, calling Saba Qamar the greatest actress of recent times.

He thinks Mehwish Hayat has a lot of passion inside her and should do more flashy projects. He also said that Mahira Khan should take on more work.

When asked about Nawal Saeed, he said, “I don’t know her, who is she?”

The host mentioned that Nawal Saeed recently talked about Shoaib Malik getting messages from cricketers.

Abrar-ul-Haq then said, “Nawal Saeed should have covered up Shoaib Malik’s messages, God has also said to cover up.”
Talking about the same issue, Abrar-ul-Haq smiled and said, “Four marriages are permissible in Islam, maybe Shoaib Malik wants to marry a third time.”

April 20, 2024
Israeli professor in America gets slammed by internet for Islamophobia

A professor in the Management Division of Columbia Business School, Shai Davidai, has been under fire by the academia and students who have been vocal against the Zionist narrative at American universities as Israel’s genocide in Gaza continues to get condemned.

In a recent post on his social media pages, he uploaded a video of a Muslim leading Jummah prayer at Columbia University, saying, “Let the world know”, in an effort to portray the act as regressive or extreme.

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Aleem Dar becomes world’s first umpire to hold THIS record

Pakistan’s Aleem Dar has become the world’s first umpire to officiate for 25 consecutive years in a record 551 matches.

Born on June 6, 1968 in Gujranwala, Aleem Sarwar Dar made his debut as an umpire on February 16, 2000 in the ODI match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Gujranwala. He soon found a place in the International Cricket Council (ICC) International Panel, from there becoming part of the Elite Panel.

On October 21, 2003, he supervised the Test match between England and Bangladesh in Dhaka. On May 7, 2009, he started umpiring in T20 between Pakistan and Australia at Dubai Stadium.

Dar, who has been awarded the best umpire in the world three times, has umpired in 231 ODI matches, 145 Test matches and 70 T20 matches.

He received the Pride of Performance award in 2010 and the star award from the Government of Pakistan in 2013. He also has the honor of umpiring in five T20 World Cups. Aleem Dar oversaw the finals of the ICC Champions Trophy in 2006 and 2009, and was present in the finals of the ODI World Cup in 2007 and 2011. The final of Women’s World Cup in 2009 is also to his credit.

He is also among the top three umpires who have officiated in 100 Test matches at the youngest age. Umpiring in the World Cup final at the youngest age is also his record. A member of the ICC Elite Panel for 19 consecutive years, Aleem Dar was nominated for the World’s Best Umpires six times.

In 2008, he was named the best Asian umpire by the Asian Cricket Council.

Aleem Dar received the World’s Best Umpire Award in 2009, 2010 and 2011 by the International Cricket Council. Aleem Dar was part of the field umpiring panel along with Ahs Raza in the rain-affected Pakistan-New Zealand T20I on Thursday. When he took to the field, he had a total of 25 years and 2 months in umpiring at that time.

DG Sports Board Shoaib Khoso removed from post

Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Director General (DG) Shoaib Khoso has been removed from the post.

The removal notification has already been issued while an inquiry into an alleged fake degree and other allegations against Shoaib Khoso is going on.

Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination Zahoor ul Haq has been appointed as the new DG Sports Board.

Pakistan Eyes $10-15 Billion in Mobile Phone Exports After Strategic Meeting Between PM and Airlink CEO

PM Shehbaz Sharif and Airlink CEO Project $15 Billion Export Potential in Mobile Phone Sector

Airlink CEO Presents Mobile Phone Export Vision to Prime Minister, Aims for $15 Billion

Mr. Muzzaffar Hayat Piracha, CEO of Airlink Communication Limited, held a one-on-one meeting with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, to discuss the overall layout of the mobile phone industry and its export potential.

During the meeting, Mr. Piracha highlighted Pakistan’s potential to become an export hub of mobile phones. He said: “This is an industry, if properly focused on, can yield a minimum of 10 to 15 billion dollars in exports for Pakistan over the next four years.”

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The Prime Minister expressed his keen interest in the growth of the mobile phone industry and asked for a comprehensive plan to achieve this target. Mr. Piracha assured the Prime Minister that a detailed plan would be presented for his consideration, and he requested the Prime Minister’s support in creating an enabling environment for the growth of the mobile phone industry.

The Prime Minister assured Mr. Piracha of the government’s full support and emphasized the importance of the mobile phone industry in Pakistan’s economic development. He also highlighted the potential of the mobile phone industry to generate employment opportunities and contribute to the country’s exports.

The mobile phone industry in Pakistan has been growing rapidly, with several local and international companies investing in the sector. According to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), almost 26 companies have been issued MDM authorization, enabling them to manufacture mobile devices in Pakistan. These companies include renowned brands such as Samsung, Nokia, Oppo, TECNO, Infinix, Vgotel, and Q-mobile.

The government of Pakistan has been taking several initiatives to promote the growth of the mobile phone industry. In 2021, the government launched the Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy, which aims to attract investment in the sector and promote exports. The policy has been successful in attracting investment, with local companies investing USD 200 million in the sector.

The mobile phone industry in Pakistan has the potential to generate approximately USD 14 billion for the national exchequer if it can meet the local demand of 36 million units annually. The Engineering Development Board (EDB) held a summit last year in 2023 to showcase the industry’s potential, which was attended by 31 local manufacturers, including renowned brands such as Samsung, Xiaomi, ZTE, Realme, Vivo, Oppo, Tecno, Infinix, Itel, G’FIVE, VNUS, Mobo Mobile, Digit, Dcode, Nokia, VgoTel, Qmobile, E-TACHI, Club, Calme, MeMobile, Hello Tech, Gresso, Emarat, Oukitel, MaxFone, Spice Mobile, Go Mobile, Faywa, Kechaoda, Pritel, SEGO, Sparx, and Xmobile.

The mobile phone industry in Pakistan has the potential to become a significant contributor to the country’s exports and economic development. As the government and private sector align their efforts, the potential to transform Pakistan into a major export hub for mobile phones looks increasingly feasible. With a comprehensive plan in place and continued governmental support, Pakistan aims to capture a significant share of the global market, potentially generating up to $15 billion in exports. This collaboration not only promises substantial economic benefits but also positions Pakistan on the map as a key player in the international mobile phone market.

Iftikhar Thakur’s mother’s last wish could not be fulfilled

Theatre, film and television star Iftikhar Thakur is a beloved comedian, adored by his fans for his humility.

The actor recently talked about a personal tragedy in Wasi Shah’s show, a major regret in his life.
Iftikhar Thakur said, “One day, my late mother asked me not to leave for a show as she wanted me to stay.

Despite always obeying her requests, I decided to leave for the show that day. Unfortunately, my mother passed away shortly after I left.” Recounting the journey back home, he tearfully expressed the pain he still feels to this day.