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  • Man on the run after raping 23-year-old cousin

    Man on the run after raping 23-year-old cousin

    A 23-year-old woman has accused her cousin of fleeing after raping her in the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Karachi.

    According to a private media outlet, the woman on Sunday lodged a complaint against the accused at the Defence Police Station.

    Police Surgeon Dr Summaiya Syed said the woman visited Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) for a medical examination on Saturday, which confirmed the assault.

    The woman, a resident of Korangi, told police that she was on her way to the NADRA Mega Centre in DHA to get her computerised national identity card (CNIC) when her cousin, who was riding a motorbike, offered her a lift.

    Instead, he took her to an empty house in DHA Phase-VII and raped her, the woman stated in the FIR.

    She said the suspect brought her to JPMC when her condition worsened, calling her elder sister and fleeing.

    DIG South Syed Asad Raza has issued orders for immediate arrest of the suspect while investigation is underway.

  • ‘Not a superstar’: Babrik Shah throws shade at Humayun Saeed in latest podcast

    ‘Not a superstar’: Babrik Shah throws shade at Humayun Saeed in latest podcast

    Pakistani actor Babrik Shah has said that he does not believe Humayun Saeed is a superstar.

    In a recent podcast appearance, Babrik shared his thoughts on Pakistani cinema and didn’t hold back from criticising some of its biggest names.

    Taking a dig at The Legend of Maula Jatt lead actor Fawad Khan, he said the character lacked depth and intensity. “Fawad couldn’t deliver the role the way Maula Jatt’s character should’ve been portrayed. The essence and impact were missing,” he said.

    He did praise Hamza Ali Abbasi for his performance in the film, but mocked Mahira Khan’s acting, stating that the rest of the cast appeared too “mummy-daddy”.

    When asked about Humayun Saeed, he said, “Humayun made his debut in Inteha as a villain. Zeeshan Sikander was the lead, and the film was directed by Samina Peerzada. I watched it in the cinema when I was still young and not yet part of the industry. Later, he did No Paisa No Problem, which was a complete flop. Then he produced a movie himself, investing his own money. He took Ahsan Talish with him, cast several Indian actors, including Ahmed Ali Butt from Pakistan. The film was titled Aik Din Laut Ke Aaonga, but ironically, it never returned,” he quipped.

    Babrik also mentioned Saeed’s other films such as Main Hoon Shahid Afridi, the Jawani Phir Nahi Ani series, the Punjab Nahi Jaungi series, and Love Guru. “He has done around 10 to 12 films. If you consider yourself a superstar after just a dozen movies, then Shaan should step down from his title, as he has done over 500 films.”

    In response, the host asked whether it’s better to do 500 films with only a few hits or to have a shorter list of movies where each one is successful. Babrik replied, “If you calculate the success rate, Humayun’s hit ratio is only about 50 percent.”

    He further criticised Saeed’s work, claiming his films were largely inspired by Indian cinema. “No one has truly worked to uplift Pakistani cinema or improve the industry. We used to have 500 cinemas in the country; now we’re down to just 29,” Babrik added.

    He also said he himself has acted in over a hundred films and was now taking a break from the industry.

    The interview comes shortly after Babrik criticised Imran Abbas during another media appearance. “He doesn’t even look like a hero. He has zero per cent filmy appeal,” he said, going on to rate Hamza Ali Abbasi a “seven out of ten” in terms of acting and calling Fawad Khan “overrated”.

  • HONOR Introduces the All-new HONOR X9c with Pre-Bookings Starting August 31st

    HONOR Introduces the All-new HONOR X9c with Pre-Bookings Starting August 31st

    Global technology brand HONOR today announced that pre-bookings are officially open from 31st August till 8th September for the eagerly awaited HONOR X9c, the newest addition to its acclaimed X Series line-up. Setting a benchmark as the most powerful mid-range smartphone in the market, the HONOR X9c seamlessly integrates outstanding durability, long-lasting battery life, stunning display quality, photography capabilities, and advanced AI experience. Encased in a lightweight design that elevates premium aesthetics to new heights, the HONOR X9c is ready to deliver an exceptional choice in the mid-range segment.

    Customers who pre-book the HONOR X9c within this period will also receive a FREE HONOR Choice TWS as an exclusive gift.

    Optimal Durability with All-round Protections

    Committed to pioneering innovative technologies designed to mitigate user pain points, the latest HONOR X9c showcases the new generation of HONOR Anti-Drop Display, offering impressive resistance to drops from heights of up to 2 meters. Its ultra-tempered glass and resistance shield provide comprehensive protection, while the unique bézier curve design safeguards the corners from impacts. The HONOR X9c achieved a remarkable 166% enhancement in comprehensive reliability compared to its predecessor. Equipped with a three-layer waterproof structure, the HONOR X9c provides 360° protection against water exposure, together with an IP65M rating for water and dust resistance. It can withstand splashes and has been tested to function after being submerged in water for up to 5 minutes at a depth of 25cm. Supporting wet hand touch control, the HONOR X9c ensures seamless interaction even with wet or greasy hands, making it a reliable companion for any adventure.

    Enduring Power with Enhanced Safety & Fast Charging

    As the industry’s first smartphone with an ultra-large 6600mAh Silicon-carbon Battery, the HONOR X9c sets a new standard in battery innovation, offering exceptionally long battery life and the largest capacity available today. Users can enjoy a full day of seamless use, with up to 48.4 hours of music streaming and 25.8 hours of online video playback on a single charge. To enhance durability, the battery features an Armor-level Protective Coating and a specialized safety coating that works with the HONOR Power Management System to isolate the electrodes in extreme conditions. With multi-point temperature monitoring, the battery performs well in temperatures from -30°C to 55°C, delivering up to 20 hours of audio calls in -30°C and 30 hours of audio calls in 55°C. Additionally, the AI enables the device to maintain continuous calls for up to 50 minutes when the battery drops to 2%, while the 66W wired HONOR SuperCharge rapidly revives the battery for extended usage. The AI Safe Charging System ensures safe and efficient charging, providing users with peace of mind while powering up.

    Exceptional Visual Display Offers Optimal Immersion

    The HONOR X9c features a 6.78-inch Eye-comfort OLED Display, which supports 1.07 billion colors and a 1.5K resolution, delivering vibrant hues and breathtaking details for a more immersive viewing experience. With a high refresh rate of 120Hz, the display showcases incredibly smooth motion and improved responsiveness for a more fluid interface. In addition, the display ensures an exceptionally sharp and clear viewing experience with its industry-leading peak HDR brightness of 4000nits. The HONOR X9c also guarantees a comfortable viewing experience with eye-comfort features such as 3840Hz Risk-free PWM Dimming, Circadian Night Display and Dynamic Dimming.

    AI-powered Smartphone Photography Experience

    Packed with a robust 108MP Ultra-sensing Camera featuring a 1/1.67” large sensor, the HONOR X9c captures images with exceptional detail and enhanced brightness. Leveraging its 9-in-1 pixel binning technology equivalent to a pixel size of 1.92μm, this main camera enables users to take well-lit and sharp images in any lighting scenario. With 3x Lossless Zoom and three distinct portrait modes – 1x Environmental Portrait, 2x Atmospheric Portrait, and 3x Close-up Portrait – users can create stunning portrait shots with diverse focal lengths. To elevate the photography experience, the main camera is equipped with OIS, effectively reducing blurring and shakiness for ultra-clear images. Furthermore, the HONOR X9c integrates AI photography features like HONOR AI Motion Sensing and AI Eraser, enhancing image quality and streamlining photo editing on smartphones.

    Smart User Experience in Stylish Design

    Boasting an ultra-slim design and a refined titanium finish, the HONOR X9c is exceptionally lightweight and sleek, weighing just 189g and measuring 7.98mm in thickness. Additionally, powered by the latest MagicOS 8.0 based on Android 14, the HONOR X9c delivers a truly personalized and seamless user experience, enriched with intelligent features including Magic Capsule, Magic Portal and Parallel Space.

    Color, Price and Availability 

    Catering to users’ diverse style preferences, the HONOR X9c will be available in three captivating colorways: Titanium Purple, Titanium Black and Jade Cyan.

    Pre-booking period: 31st August – 8th September 2025

    Pre-order gift: FREE HONOR Choice TWS (limited-time exclusive offer)

    Price starting at Rs. 99,999/-

    About HONOR      

    HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enables people to become a better version of themselves.

  • Pepsi Brings Dil Dil Pakistan Back in Style

    Pepsi Brings Dil Dil Pakistan Back in Style

    From the streets to the skies, literally, this Independence Day was all about Pepsi vibes!

    The brand dropped an electrifying new spin on Dil Dil Pakistan and instantly set the stage for celebrations across the country.

    From the streets to the skies, this 14th August was taken over by Pepsi! The brand’s electrifying fresh take on Dil Dil Pakistan set the tone for celebrations everywhere.

    Pakistanis became a part of the movement online with Pepsi’s TikTok branded filter, which took them back to the different iconic eras of the anthem as showcased in the music video.

    Online, Pakistanis jumped right in. Pepsi’s TikTok filter had everyone time-traveling through the anthem’s iconic eras, while the duet challenge let fans sing side by side with their favorite stars like Asim Azhar, Bilal Khan, Shae Gill and more. Soon enough, the internet was flooded with renditions from Babar Mangi, Farhan Saeed, Ashir Wajahat and even Sultan of Swing, Wasim Akram!

    Creators made it a whole Azaadi mood. Dana Neer, Aiza, Laiba Khan Lodhi, and Zarraar brought Pepsi into their GRWM routines, mixing style with celebration.

    Online, it spilled onto the streets! Dil Dil Pakistan–themed cars turned heads everywhere, while OOH placements lit up entire cities. 

    Walk into malls, shops, or even board an AirBlue flight, and there it was: Pepsi, making sure Independence Day was felt at every corner, and every altitude.

    Then came the Pepsi Caravan, rolling through KLI, with live musical performances that had crowds singing, dancing, and waving the flag high!

    From countless reaction videos to shoutouts on Jeeto Pakistan, Pepsi didn’t just celebrate Independence Day this year, Pepsi Pepsi Pakistan owned it.

  • Actress, singer Arifa Siddiqui’s house damaged in Lahore flooding

    Actress, singer Arifa Siddiqui’s house damaged in Lahore flooding

    As floods in major rivers continue to wreak havoc across Punjab, water from Ravi has inundated several areas in and around Lahore, breaching safety walls and damaging properties.

    With excess water from Ravi affecting residential areas, among the affected properties is the residence of renowned singer and actress Arifa Siddiqui, it has emerged.

    Siddiqui took to social media to share a video of the damage to her home. The footage showed water having entered the house with furniture and belongings scattered and visibly damaged.

    In the video, Siddiqui was seen alongside her husband as the couple attempted to clean their residence. Various parts of the house showed clear signs of water damage, highlighting the severity of the situation.

    The actor’s housing society, however, wasn’t the only one affected as heavy rainfall and resulting rise in Ravi levels also caused severe flooding in other developments along the riverbank.

    The District Education Authority (DEA) Lahore has stated that 45 schools will remain closed due to flooding, as many of them have turned into relief campuses. Schools in the worst flood-hit areas, such as Shahdara, Saggian, Maraka, Chung, Manga and Bund Road remain closed.

    Residents in the affected areas are facing significant hardships and have appealed to the government for urgent assistance and relief efforts.

    Earlier, the Punjab government had extended summer vacations due to intense heat, from mid August to August 31 due to bad weather.

    According to a notification issued by Lahore Colleges Director Ehsan Mukhtar, about 20 colleges in the Lahore division, including six in the Lahore district, will remain closed for two days (September 1 and 2) due to the flood situation.

  • Global media outlets stage blackout to protest journalist killings in Gaza

    Global media outlets stage blackout to protest journalist killings in Gaza

    Audiences around the world woke up on Monday to a powerful message on the front pages of newspapers and media websites.

    “At the rate journalists are being killed in Gaza by the Israeli army, there will soon be no one left to keep you informed,” read a message on main pages of dailies and media websites as part of a protest organised by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and global advocacy group Avaaz to condemn the killing of journalists in Gaza.

    For the first time in history, more than 250 media outlets across 70 countries, including Qatar, France, the UK, Germany, Palestine, South Korea, Spain and Italy, blacked out their front pages, homepages and broadcasts to send the message.

    RSF stated that the protest aimed to demand protection for Palestinian journalists, free access for media in Gaza, and an end to what it called crimes against journalists by the Israeli army.

    Television and radio stations will also air a joint statement whereas online media platforms will display blackout banners in solidarity.

    According to RSF, Israel has killed 220 journalists in the past two years, with many more injured.

    The Gaza Health Ministry reports that more than 63,000 Palestinians have died since the genocide began. The United Nations (UN) considers these figures reliable.

  • No survivors as army’s MI-17 helicopter crashes in Gilgit-Baltistan

    No survivors as army’s MI-17 helicopter crashes in Gilgit-Baltistan

    All five crew members were martyred when an MI-17 helicopter belonging to the Pakistan army crashed near Gilgit Baltistan’s Hudor village, approximately 12 kilometres away from Thakdas Cantonment, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Monday.

    “The helicopter was on routine training flying when it developed [a] technical fault and crashed. As a result, all crew members on board embraced shahadat,” read the ISPR statement.

    According to the military’s media wing, among the martyred were Pilot in Command Major Atif, Co-pilot Major Faisal, Flight Engineer N/Sub Maqbool, Crew Chief Havaldar Jahangir and Naik Amir. 

    “Training missions are part of routine activities of Army Aviation to maintain operational readiness for performing tasks varying from operational support to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief,” ISPR said.

    The military’s media wing further stated that the army remained committed to ensuring readiness in all facets.

  • Bold & unapologetic: Maya Ali refuses to bow to marriage expectations

    Bold & unapologetic: Maya Ali refuses to bow to marriage expectations

    In a world obsessed with timelines and traditions, Pakistan’s beloved actor Maya Ali has drawn a bold line. She’s not marrying for anyone’s satisfaction but her own.

    In a recent interview, Maya Ali made it clear that she won’t get married to please others.

    “We shouldn’t get married just because someone is asking why we haven’t done so yet,” she said, adding that people often try to push women into marriage by saying they are aging or because a certain person might “keep them happy”.

    She further added that it is “a major decision in life between two families and two individuals”. She also believes what truly matters is the connection between the partners.

    She said she will get married the day she will find that connection with someone. The Mann Mayal actress also added she will get married but not because people are pushing her to.

    Maya also mentioned, “If we keep saying everything happens by the will of God, then why don’t we believe that marriage is also His decision. It will happen when it’s meant to happen.”

    Maya shared that after her father’s death, she and her mother have become the decision makers of the house. “It’s like there’s so much burden on my shoulders but I just tell my mother to relax, I say it’s okay we will handle it together, the way my father used to do it. People think Maya has a glamorous life and I am always happy, but that’s not the case. There is so much happening in our mind but we still have to do what we do,” she added.

    Maya Ali’s debuted in the serial Durr-e-Shehwar in 2012, where she had a supporting role as the younger sister of the main character. She later gained more recognition for her lead role in Aunn Zara.

    She has two main upcoming projects, an unnamed drama serial for Green Entertainment with Ahad Raza Mir, and a project for Hum TV alongside Bilal Ashraf. The Green Entertainment project is directed by Farooq Rind, and the Hum TV project is written by Mustafa Afridi and directed by Ehteshamuddin.

  • The future is… here – the Haval H6 PHEV arrives in Pakistan!

    The future is… here – the Haval H6 PHEV arrives in Pakistan!

    In just a few short years, SAZGAR and Great Wall Motors (GWM) have transformed Pakistan’s automotive market. From the stylish Haval H6 and Jolion to the assembly of Pakistan’s first locally assembled hybrid vehicle, the partnership has consistently pushed boundaries. Now, they have delivered their biggest product yet, with the launch of Pakistan’s first Plug-in Hybrid SUV, the Haval H6 PHEV.

    The unveiling took place on August 16th at Lahore’s Expo Centre, and the atmosphere was anything but ordinary. With a red carpet and glittering networking area, dramatic lighting, and a futuristic setup, the event felt more like a movie premiere than a car launch. But behind all the showmanship was a clear message. Pakistan is ready to embrace sustainable mobility, and the H6 PHEV is leading the way.


    A Brand That Puts People First

    SAZGAR has built its reputation by putting customers at the center of its journey. From offering support during the Islamabad hailstorm to absorbing new NEV levies, the company has shown that it is willing to stand by its buyers. At the launch, senior company executives spoke not just about cars, but about the combined team ethos, SAZGAR’s efforts of ensuring responsibility, sustainability, and the future of mobility in Pakistan.

    Then came the star of the evening itself. Equipped with the Hi-4 all-wheel drive system, mobile app integration, and a powerful 1.5T engine paired with a 19kWh battery, the SUV produces 360 horsepower and 760Nm torque. The result? A thrilling sprint from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds!

    National Assembly of Pakistan Speaker Mr. Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, attending as chief guest, praised SAZGAR for its forward-thinking approach. He stressed how critical such initiatives are as Pakistan faces the realities of climate change and flooding, also highlighting the importance of after-sales services in building long-term trust.

    What Sets the H6 PHEV Apart


    • 360 horsepower and 760Nm torque from a 1.5T engine plus 19kWh battery
    • 100km pure electric range, over 1000km combined range
    • Rapid charging from 30% to 50% in under 30 minutes
    • Hi-4 AWD technology, for smooth performance across all driving scenarios
    • Zero to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds
    • Smart features like upgraded infotainment, app controls, and 3.3Kw external power output


    Catch the reveal here: YouTube Link

    Assembled at SAZGAR’s facility in Lahore, the H6 PHEV is more than just another SUV on the road. It’s a signal that the future of Pakistan’s automotive industry is not only powerful and stylish, but also sustainable.

    Looking Ahead

    The night wrapped up with sneak peeks of the upcoming GWM Tank 500 HEV and Cannon Alpha PHEV. Together with the H6 PHEV, they represent a growing lineup of new energy vehicles from SAZGAR, now seven vehicles strong – the largest in Pakistan!

    See the highlights here: YouTube Link

  • Newborn triplets die as floods cut off hospital access for Gujranwala woman

    Newborn triplets die as floods cut off hospital access for Gujranwala woman

    Three newborns have died on Sunday in Sohdra, a flood-affected village of Gujranwala, after their mother failed to reach a hospital as rising waters had cut off all access routes.

    The woman, who was expecting triplets, went into labour but could not be taken to a medical facility as access routes had submerged underneath flood waters. She gave birth to her first child at home, but complications quickly developed.

    The family arranged a boat to take her to a hospital in an effort to save her and the babies. But she gave birth to two more children as they were being taken in a car toward the boat.

    Due to the lack of medical attention, all three infants – two daughters and a son – died. Overcome with grief, the mother said, “Roads opened for everyone else, but not for us.”

    This is not the first time such a tragedy has been reported in Pakistan, where women have been unable to access hospitals in time.


    In November 2022, a woman in Dir Upper District lost her newborn after giving birth on the way to a hospital, barely surviving herself. 

    Similarly, in August 2021, another woman delivered a baby girl inside an ambulance near the Hazara Motorway’s Shah Maqsood Interchange.