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  • Abbas Afridi to lead Pakistan in Hong Kong Sixes

    Abbas Afridi to lead Pakistan in Hong Kong Sixes

    Abbas Afridi has been named captain of Pakistan’s squad for the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes tournament that is scheduled to take place from November 7 to 9.

    According to reports, the Pakistani team will depart for Hong Kong on November 5, and play both its group-stage matches on Friday, November 7.

    The team includes Abdul Samad, Khawaja Muhammad Nafe, Moazz Sadaqat, Mohammad Shehzad, Saad Masood and Shahid Aziz.

    While a total of 12 teams will compete in the event, Pakistan enters this year’s Hong Kong Sixes with a rather rich history. They have won the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes tournament five times, placing them among the most successful teams in the event’s history.

    More recently, Pakistan reached the final of the 2024 edition but fell short, losing to Sri Lanka by three wickets after being restricted to 72 in their innings.

  • Nationwide fuel shortage could be around the corner, here’s why…

    Nationwide fuel shortage could be around the corner, here’s why…

    Pakistan could soon be facing a nationwide shortage of fuel as loads of petroleum cargoes remain stuck at ports over tax dispute, it has emerged.

    According to The News, the oil industry has warned that the Sindh government’s decision to reinstate a 100% bank guarantee requirement under the Sindh Infrastructure Development Cess (IDC) could disrupt the country’s fuel supply chain within days if the issue is not immediately resolved.

    The Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC), in its letter to the Sindh chief minister (CM) and federal authorities on Monday, said that at least five major petroleum shipments, including vessels carrying petrol and diesel for PSO, HPL, PGL and Parco, are currently awaiting customs clearance at Karachi ports.

    With petrol stocks at Keamari rapidly depleting, the industry has warned of severe nationwide disruptions, particularly during the ongoing agricultural season.

    “The oil supply chain is on the brink of collapse. Recovery could take over two weeks if cargoes are not cleared now,” the OCAC said about the dispute centred on the 1.8% IDC levied by the Sindh and Balochistan governments on POL imports.

    While the Supreme Court is still hearing the case, the Sindh Excise Department has abruptly withdrawn an interim arrangement, previously allowing undertakings instead of bank guarantees, and is now demanding billions of rupees in guarantees per vessel – a financial burden that the industry says it cannot bear.

    With regulated pricing, tight credit lines and razor-thin margins, the OCAC estimates that IDC adds over Rs3 per litre to the cost of fuel, a burden that cannot be passed on to consumers under current pricing mechanisms.

    The OCAC pointed out that Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) have already exempted POL products from IDC, aligning with federal jurisdiction over petroleum pricing, and urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) as well as Customs to immediately clear all petroleum cargoes without bank guarantees.

    It also called for a policy-level resolution, including formal recognition of petroleum pricing as a federal subject, inclusion of IDC in fuel pricing mechanisms and a framework to recover past IDC dues.

  • Pakistan’s first-ever rap reality show promises entertaining journey of musical discovery

    Pakistan’s first-ever rap reality show promises entertaining journey of musical discovery

    Pakistan’s music industry is set to enter a bold new era as Pixel Entertainment unveils the country’s first-ever rap reality show, a high-energy competition series that brings underground hip-hop culture into the mainstream spotlight.

    Billed as a game-changer for the local entertainment landscape, the show promises to highlight the raw talent, lyrical prowess, and cultural richness of Pakistan’s emerging rap scene. From the bustling streets of Karachi to the heart of Lahore, and from Islamabad to Peshawar, aspiring rappers and lyrical artists will battle it out for the coveted title of Pakistan’s next big hip-hop star.

    “This show isn’t just entertainment — it’s a movement,” a Pixel Entertainment representative said. “We’re redefining what mainstream music can look like in Pakistan and giving a platform to voices that have long remained unheard.”

    Each episode of the series will feature electrifying performances, intense lyrical face-offs, and compelling personal stories, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and struggles of young Pakistani artists who have long used hip-hop as a form of self-expression.

    The format combines traditional reality TV drama with authentic storytelling, capturing the essence of the genre while offering a platform for cultural expression, social commentary, and artistic evolution.

    With its finger on the pulse of street culture and a commitment to innovation, Pixel Entertainment’s latest venture aims to challenge norms and break barriers. The show is expected to ignite a rap revolution across the country — not just as a musical genre, but as a voice of a new, expressive generation.

  • Rashid Latif claims ‘unbelievable reason’ behind Rizwan’s removal from ODI captaincy

    Rashid Latif claims ‘unbelievable reason’ behind Rizwan’s removal from ODI captaincy

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has removed Mohammad Rizwan and appointed Shaheen Shah Afridi as the new ODI captain on Monday.

    While the board did not explain the reasoning behind the decision, former cricketer Rashid Latif blamed head coach Mike Hesson for Rizwan’s removal.

    Latif claimed that Rizwan’s public support for Palestine was the real reason behind his dismissal as captain. He said that Rizwan’s actions, including his pledge to donate PKR 100,000 for every six wickets taken by Multan Sultans in support of Palestine, did not sit well with the team management.

    “Just because he picked up the Palestine flag, you would sack him as captain? There is this mindset that a non-Islamic captain will lead the team of an islamic country,” Latif said in a video shared on social media.

    He further alleged that Rizwan introduced religious practices in the dressing room, something that Hesson reportedly disliked. “Mike Hesson is the one behind this decision. He isn’t someone who likes this culture in the dressing room. He has a team of five to six people who want to end this culture. We never cared about these things, even when Inzamam-ul-Haq, Saeed Anwar, or Saqlain Mushtaq were part of the team,” Latif added.

    The PCB’s decision surprised many, as Rizwan had only been appointed ODI captain in October last year. The Board’s announcement came on the first day of the second Test between Pakistan and South Africa in Rawalpindi.

    Rizwan’s tenure included series wins against Australia and South Africa, but Pakistan’s early exit from the Champions Trophy and a disappointing series against West Indies reportedly sealed his fate. The selection committee discussed the matter with Hesson before finalizing the change, though the PCB has not issued an official explanation.

    With Shaheen Afridi now leading the ODI side, Pakistan will have three different captains for all three formats.

  • Mohsin Naqvi responds to BCCI’s letter regarding Asia Cup trophy

    Mohsin Naqvi responds to BCCI’s letter regarding Asia Cup trophy

    Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi has responded to the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) letter requesting the Asia Cup 2025 trophy.

    According to reports, the BCCI wrote to Naqvi, asking for the handover of the trophy their team won earlier this year. 

    In response, Naqvi stated that if India wants the trophy, a formal ceremony can be arranged for the presentation.

    Reports added that the ACC has informed the Indian board that the trophy can be handed over in the first week of November. The council has proposed holding the ceremony in Dubai during that period.

    Naqvi has reportedly made it clear that a BCCI official can attend the event along with one player to receive the trophy.

    The Indian team did not collect the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from Naqvi after winning the final. 

    Following the incident, Naqvi sent the trophy back to the ACC office and remarked that if the Indian captain wanted it, he could visit his office to collect it.

  • Arshad Chaiwala is Pakistani, NADRA unblocks his ID card

    Arshad Chaiwala is Pakistani, NADRA unblocks his ID card

    The very handsome Arshad Khan, popularly known as Arshad Chaiwala, has regained access to his national identity documents after Pakistan’s National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) unblocked his CNIC and passport on the orders of the Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench.

    The decision comes after months of uncertainty surrounding Khan’s citizenship status, which had prevented him from accessing key legal and travel services. According to Khan’s legal counsel, NADRA’s investigation board conducted a thorough review of his personal documents and ancestral records, concluding that the blockage was the result of an administrative error.

    “NADRA admitted the mistake after a detailed inquiry and has now restored all legal documents belonging to my client,” Arshad’s lawyer told Nukta.

    Arshad expressed his relief and gratitude following the verdict. “My ID card has been unblocked and I am very happy,” he said. “I’m thankful to NADRA and the court. I am proud to be a Pakistani and I want to do something good for this country.”

    Arshad, a resident of Mardan, became an overnight sensation in 2016 when a photograph of him pouring tea at a roadside stall went viral on social media. The image captured the attention of local and international audiences, catapulting him into the limelight.

    Following his rise to fame, Khan ventured into modeling and later expanded his brand by opening high-end tea cafés, first in Islamabad and subsequently in other cities, as well as internationally.

  • Man slits throats of two daughters due to crushing debt, financial pressure

    Man slits throats of two daughters due to crushing debt, financial pressure

    In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves across the country, a man has allegedly slit the throats of his two daughters due to overwhelming financial stress and mounting debt.

    As per the details, the killings took place in Kausar Niazi Colony area of North Nazimabad where the suspect, identified as Akbar, son of Abdul Sattar, used a sharp weapon to fatally attack his daughters, aged 10 and 11.

    Police acted swiftly, arresting the accused and recovering from the scene the weapon used in the crime. Preliminary investigations suggest that Akbar was under intense financial strain and had been grappling with significant unpaid debts due to unemployment.

    Investigators said that Akbar is a father of six and the two victims, Zainab and Aaliya, were his middle children.

    Neighbours and local residents expressed shock and grief, stating that the family had been struggling financially for quite some time, though no one had anticipated such a horrific outcome.

    Police officials emphasised that the motive appeared to be closely linked to the suspect’s deteriorating mental state. However, they said that a full psychiatric evaluation would be conducted as part of the ongoing investigation.

    While probe is underway, remaining family members are being provided with psychological support, officials said.

  • Misbah Ul Haq likely to get ‘important role’ at PCB

    Misbah Ul Haq likely to get ‘important role’ at PCB

    Former Pakistan captain Misbah Ul Haq is expected to be given an important role by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

    According to media reports, the PCB recently advertised the position of director of international cricket operations, and Misbah is a strong candidate for the role. 

    The eligibility criteria mentioned in the advertisement requires the applicant to be a former Test or One-Day International cricketer.

    The PCB had earlier suspended Director of International Cricket Operations Usman Wahla for his poor handling of the Pakistan-India dispute during the Asia Cup. Although he was later reinstated, the board has now decided to remove him from the post and could assign him to the Pakistan Super League (PSL) instead.

    The PCB has invited applications for the new international cricket director with November 2 set as the last date to apply.

  • TikTok removes over 25 million videos in Pakistan

    TikTok removes over 25 million videos in Pakistan

    Social media giant TikTok has removed more than 25.4 million videos in Pakistan between April and June 2025 for violating its Community Guidelines, according to the platform’s Q2 2025 enforcement report.

    The company said it identified 99.7 percent of the content proactively and removed 96.2 percent within 24 hours of posting.

    Globally, TikTok took down 189.5 million videos during the same period, equal to 0.7 percent of all uploads. Of these, 163.9 million were detected automatically, while 7.4 million were later restored after review.

    TikTok also deleted 76.9 million fake accounts and 25.9 million suspected underage accounts. The report stated that 30.6 percent of the removed videos contained mature or sensitive content, 14 percent violated safety standards, and 6.1 percent breached privacy rules.

    The company said the report highlights its efforts to maintain a safe digital environment and uphold transparency through regular updates.

  • ‘My mother has dementia, needs constant supervision’; heartbreaking reason why Usman Mukhtar chooses projects in Islamabad

    ‘My mother has dementia, needs constant supervision’; heartbreaking reason why Usman Mukhtar chooses projects in Islamabad

    Actor Usman Mukhtar recently held a candid a question and answer (Q&A) session with his fans on social media, starting it with an open invitation: “Ask away!” — prompting a wave of questions about his personal life, ongoing shoots, and upcoming projects.

    Among the many queries, was a deeply personal question posed by a fan: “Why do you only take on projects in Islamabad? Any specific reason?”

    Mukhtar’s heartbreaking response touched many: “Because my mother lives here, and she has dementia. She’s bedridden and needs constant supervision. Since dramas often take several months to shoot, I don’t think it’s wise for me to be away from her for that long.”

    The actor has often spoken publicly about his deep bond with his mother, veteran Pakistani film actress Nasira, best known for her villainous roles in over 150 films during the golden era of Lollywood.

    In an earlier interview with FUCHSIA Magazine, Usman spoke about the sacrifices she made as a single parent.

    “Your parents give so many sacrifices for you, and my mother has given so many for me and I can’t thank her enough,” he shared.

    He recalled her strength and independence, saying: “She is everything for me. She’s the only family member I’m really close to and love. It’s heartbreaking to see her like this now. I remember her being so independent. She used to drive all the way to Murree to visit me at boarding school, then drive back at night. She was a superwoman. Now, I just want to be with her no matter what. If anything happens, she has me.”

    Mukhtar’s response resonated deeply with fans, many of whom praised him for prioritizing family over career.

    In the Q&A, he also addressed questions about his personal life. When asked if his wife Zunaira Inam was a Pashtoon hailing from Bannu, he confirmed: “She is.”

    He also gushed about his daughter, calling her: “The best thing that’s happened to us!!!”

    On a lighter note, the actor revealed that his favorite food is biryani.

    On the work front, Usman Mukhtar is currently appearing opposite actress Saba Qamar in the drama Pamaal. The project has generated buzz, with fans excited to see the two talented actors share the screen.