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  • Legal action to be taken against Imran’s anti-state speech, PM Shehbaz Sharif

    Legal action to be taken against Imran’s anti-state speech, PM Shehbaz Sharif

    Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has decided to take legal action against former PM Imran Khan’s speech during a rally in Abbottabad held on Sunday. PM Shehbaz termed Khan’s address a grand conspiracy against Pakistan.

    PM Shehbaz said those concocting a narrative against national institutions were the real Mir Jaffars and Mir Sadiqs. He said the state of Pakistan, the Constitution of Pakistan, and the respected institutions of Pakistan were challenged by Imran Khan in Abbottabad on Sunday.

    Shehbaz said what Khan was doing could only be categorised as a conspiracy, not politics and this conspiracy was not against any political rivals but against the country.

    “Pakistan cannot be surrendered and compromised over one person’s ego, arrogance, and blatant lies. Imran first conspired to destroy the economy of the country and is now planning to trigger a civil war in Pakistan”, said the premier.

    PM Shehbaz pledged that these nefarious designs of Imran Khan would be crushed. “Imran is this era’s Mir Jaffar and Mir Sadiq who wants Pakistan to face the same fate as Libya and Iraq,” added Shehbaz.

    The premier went on to say that Imran Khan was digging holes in the very boat he is riding and biting the hand that feeds him.

    “The people of Pakistan, the Constitution, and the institutions of Pakistan are not slaves of Imran Niazi, nor can he hold them hostage.” He slammed Imran’s speech and said he would not be allowed to become the Hitler of Pakistan.

    ‘Extremely damaging’, army condemns practice of defamatory remarks about them

    Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), in a press release on Sunday, noted that “intensified and deliberate attempts have recently been made to drag Pakistan Armed Forces and their leadership by some political leaders, journalists and analysts into the ongoing political discourse in the country”.

    The military’s media wing termed this practice as “extremely damaging”.

    “This practice of unsubstantiated, defamatory and provocative statements/remarks is extremely damaging,” the ISPR condemned while adding that army takes “strong exception to such unlawful and unethical practices”.

    “These attempts are manifest through direct, insinuated, or nuanced references to the armed forces as well as their senior leadership, made by some political leaders, a few journalists and analysts on public forums and various communication platforms, including social media”, the statement reads.

    Moreover, it said that the army “expects all to abide by the law and keep the armed forces out of political discourse in the best interest of the country”.

    Since the episode of the removal of former Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan, on several occasions, the establishment has urged the public not to drag them into political matters and clearly said that there is no involvement from their side in politics.

    The statement came hours after Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan’s statement about the concept of neutrality, saying that God hadn’t permitted human beings to remain neutral when the time comes to stand up for justice and support the good.

    This is not the first time that Khan has made such comments. He once claimed that only animals can stay neutral and that humans either side with good or evil.

  • US First Lady makes unannounced visit to Ukraine

    US First Lady makes unannounced visit to Ukraine

    US First Lady Jill Biden paid a surprise visit to Ukraine on Sunday to demonstrate solidarity for the war-torn country in its struggle against Russia. Olena Zelenska, her Ukrainian counterpart, was also present.

    Before meeting in private, the two first ladies met in a tiny classroom, sitting across a table from one another and greeting each other in front of the media. Zelenska and her children have been kept safe in an undisclosed location.

    The school where they met has been turned into transitional housing for Ukrainian migrants from elsewhere in the country.

    “Because we understand what it takes for the US First Lady to come here during a war when the military actions are taking place every day, where the air sirens are happening every day, even today,” Olena Zelenska told Jill Biden.

    “I wanted to come on Mother’s Day. I thought it was important to show the Ukrainian people that this war has to stop and this war has been brutal and that the people of the United States stand with the people of Ukraine,” she said while talking to reporters.

    According to UN estimates, at least 1,964 people have been killed and 2,613 injured in Ukraine since the conflict began on February 24, with the true figure expected to be far higher.

  • ‘Bohat gandi lighting, sara kharab, check karni chhaiye tha’: Imran Khan grills Shaan Shahid for being unprofessional

    ‘Bohat gandi lighting, sara kharab, check karni chhaiye tha’: Imran Khan grills Shaan Shahid for being unprofessional

    Veteran film star Shaan Shahid recently interviewed former Prime Minister, Imran Khan for an Eid special show.

    Now during a press interaction, Imran has bashed Shaan for his set’s creative elements especially lighting. “Agar apki light sahi nahi to sara kharab lagta hai.”

    On his recent podcast, PTI chairman stated that the host asked very long questions, he should have made it crisp.

    The former PM opened up on his show that his mother used to always tell him that he is a very innocent and straight person and hence gets betrayed by everyone around him.

    He revealed, “My mother used to say that mera beta bohat seedha hai, subse dhoka khata hai.”

    Khan added that his wife, Bushra gets angry if he does not serve his guests well.

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    He also claimed that the Sharif family is preparing to launch a campaign against him after Eid.

    Last year the former PM paid his condolences when the Khuda Kay Liye star’s mother passed away.

    Soon after Shaan announced the news, messages of condolences began to pour in, Imran expressed his grief and extended his condolences to Shaan and his family.

  • Khan video released asking if his ‘khitaab’ will be shown in the US

    Khan video released asking if his ‘khitaab’ will be shown in the US

    An exclusive video of former Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan has been released by 24News Channel, in which he can be heard asking if his virtual address be shown in the United States (US).

    The former PM was preparing for an address to overseas Pakistanis when he got curious about the broadcasting of his video.

    Upon asking, Khan was told that US residents would not be able to see the video because of the time difference between the two countries. Only Europe and England residents would be able to see his address, one of the people on set said.

    Khan, further can be heard saying that 20 minutes are enough for the address.

    It is pertinent to mention that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) wants the right to vote for Pakistani residents living abroad. On multiple occasions both Khan, his former ministers and party members made several addresses for Pakistanis living abroad.

  • Musk, Twitter sued by Florida pension fund to prevent acquisition

    Musk, Twitter sued by Florida pension fund to prevent acquisition

    Elon Musk and Twitter are back in the spotlight after a Florida pension fund filed a lawsuit on Friday to restrict the Tesla CEO’s $44 billion takeover of the microblogging site.

    The Orlando Police Pension Fund filed a complaint in Delaware Chancery Court, claiming that under Delaware law, Musk cannot entirely take over the company until at least 2025 unless two-thirds of the company’s shares are owned by Musk.

    Musk became an “interesting investor” when he acquired over 9 per cent of the Twitter share, according to the complaint, forcing the delay.

    According to CNN, the whole Twitter board of directors is a defendant in the case, including CEO Parag Agrawal. The current application aims to push the merger’s completion date back to at least 2025.

    The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating SpaceX’s creator for antitrust violations, which might postpone the deal’s completion.

    Musk’s initial purchase of the 9 per cent interest is being investigated by the FTC, which is questioning whether he fulfilled an antitrust filing obligation when the stocks were first purchased in April.

    Read more: Elon Musk plans to fire Twitter employees to save money

    The Republican Party strongly supports the Twitter agreement, hoping that conservatives banned from the site, such as former President Donald J Trump, will be allowed to return. Neither Twitter nor Musk has responded to the recent news.

  • PML-N does not have any video of Khan: Ahsan Iqbal

    PML-N does not have any video of Khan: Ahsan Iqbal

    Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal said that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) believed in serving the masses and not politics of revenge and agitation.

    Speaking about the rumours of compromising videos soon to be launched against former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Iqbal said that PML-N does not have such videos nor does it have any intention but we have a record of Khan’s government’s performance.

    Speaking on Geo News programme ‘Naya Pakistan’, Iqbal said that we consider such politics as inferior and third-degree politics. He said that Imran Khan’s incompetence and corruption are mountains of K2, and there is no need for anything else. “If Imran Khan or any minister has damaged the national treasury and there is evidence, they will go to jail.”

    Regarding the allegations of a foreign conspiracy against Imran Khan, Ahsan Iqbal said that the inquiry regarding letter gate will be presented to the nation in a transparent manner. He further added that the government cannot form a commission of inquiry.

    Iqbal said that Imran Khan can approach the court if he wants to form a judicial commission. “A letter has already been sent to the chief justice. If he thinks so, he can set up a commission.”

  • PPP doesn’t want Punjab governorship, demands ministries, chairmanship

    PPP doesn’t want Punjab governorship, demands ministries, chairmanship

    Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) delegation had a meeting with Chief Minister (CM) Punjab Hamza Shehbaz. Power-sharing issues were discussed between CM Hamza and the PPP delegation, reports Geo News.

    As per reports, it is being said that the PPP will give up the constitutional posts of Punjab and has decided not to take up the post of Governor. The PPP has also sought three ministries, more than two special assistants, and a chairmanship of a standing committee in Punjab. Besides, the PPP has also sought the posts of two parliamentary secretaries in Punjab.

    Leaders of both PPP and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have also agreed to work together.

    

    
			
    
		
    
		
	
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    Pakistan dispatches aid for flood-affected Afghans
    
			
    Pakistan dispatches aid for flood-affected Afghans
    
			
    

    Pakistan is delivering emergency aid commodities to Afghanistan, where severe rains and flooding killed several individuals and wrecked hundreds of residences.
    




    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on April 7, revealed that Pakistan dispatched a C-130 plane to Mazar-e-Sharif with emergency relief supplies for Afghans affected by flash floods.
    




    According to Afghanistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), flooding and storms killed roughly 22 people and injured 40 others in 12 regions.
    




    On Thursday, Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif remarked that Pakistan is with Afghan people in this challenging hour and will provide them with every possible help. He stated that the Afghan people will receive all available assistance.
    




    PM Sharif voiced grief over the loss of innocent lives in at least ten provinces of Afghanistan as a result of floods, and urged the international community to assist the Afghan people in the aftermath of the devastating floods in a country already suffering from a humanitarian and economic crisis.
    




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    He emphasised that the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) should step up efforts to help the Afghan people afflicted by the conflict through the Afghan Humanitarian Trust. PM Sharif suggested that the international world, particularly the United Nations, begin an assistance programme for Afghanistan to offer food, medical help, and shelter to the poor and homeless.
    

    
			
    
		
    
		
	
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    Mother’s Day tomorrow: Check out these seven last-minute gifts
    
			
    Mother’s Day tomorrow: Check out these seven last-minute gifts
    
			
    

    Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s pretty late to purchase a gift online as it may take days to arrive. It’s definitely risky.
    




    But don’t lose hope. This year The Current has rounded up amazing gift ideas to surprise your mom. We often forget sometimes that our mothers are the easiest to buy gifts for and we usually take that for granted so this year we suggest to choose gifts that you have never given her. Let’s make this day a bit more special.
    




    1- Gift card
    




    Give your mother a gift card. There are several local brands that offer such cards so you can give it to your loved ones. Khaadi offers gift cards with a limit till Rs12,000. So why wait? Visit the nearest outlet of Khaadi or another Pakistani brand.
    




    
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    2- Chai bags or coffee sachets
    




    Our mothers know how to keep the work going and caffeine is their fuel. Most of our mothers usually drink tea 5-6 times in a day. So buy plenty of tea bags, nicely put them in a basket with a cute note. If your mother likes coffee more, you can gift her a basket. It’s useful yet a thoughtful gift. You can get them from any supermarket.
    




    3- Air purifier
    




    In this ever-changing environment, one surely needs an air purifier. You can gift this to your mother. It’s good for her health as it is quite effective. You can visit Philips’ stores, which are in all major cities of Pakistan and purchase it instantly.
    




    4- Plan a day out
    




    Just you and your mom out for a lunch! Doesn’t it sound nice? Plan a whole day. First food and then hanging out or maybe shopping therapy could work. Just be with her and believe us it would mean the world to her.
    




    5- Spend quality time with her
    




    We often get too busy and occupied in our lives that we forget our mothers. You don’t have to take her out, just spend some time with and make her feel like a QUEEN. Put the phone away and live in the moment.
    




    6- Make an album
    




    Memories are everyone’s best friend. Select a few pictures of you and your mother and make a DIY album. We have attached some links so you can see some tutorials. Don’t worry, you can do it overnight. They are pretty easy, just get the essentials as soon as possible.
    




    


    




    


    




    7- Mi health band
    




    Health is everyone’s priority so it should be yours too. Buy your mother a Mi health band. This gift can be counted as a lavish gift.
    




    Xiamo MI Band 6 is your very own fitness guru. It brings you a new reason to be motivated and kick-starts your fitness journey. Their latest fitness tracker is all you need to track your health and daily activities. The price of the band is Rs7,500.
    




    
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    Rana Sanaullah says PTI supporters will become ‘humans’ after being thrashed
    
			
    Rana Sanaullah says PTI supporters will become ‘humans’ after being thrashed
    
			
    

    Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Saturday said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters will become human beings after being thrashed.
    




    “This is your misconception that you will be able to cause anarchy or chaos in the country. Nothing will happen,” Sanaullah told former Prime Minister Imran Khan. “They [the supporters] will become human beings after a few thrashings.”
    




    “Even yesterday, he (Imran Khan) told his supporters not to spare anyone. I am warning you for the last time — not as a minister — but as the president of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Punjab. If you don’t let go of these tactics and keep inciting your supporters to misbehave with members of other parties, you will face the same fate too. You won’t be able to escape from it.”
    




    The minister warned Khan that if he didn’t mend his ways, the PML-N too would instruct its workers to “catch and beat them up”.
    




    Rana Sanaullah demanded guarantees of a ‘peaceful’ PTI march to Islamabad as well.
    




    “They will have to give [the government] assurances that the march will be peaceful, political, and democratic,” said Sanaullah. 
    




    Sanaullah also warned former Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed and said,  “You told people that this march will be bloody. I am warning you to take your words back or I won’t let you step out of your house.”