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Rawalpindi Express meets Kabir Singh

Pakistani cricket legend Shoaib Akhtar and Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor stole the spotlight at the International League T20 (ILT20) opening ceremony in the UAE.

The ceremony, which took place last night, featured performances by Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, Sonam Bajwa, and others.

He shared a video of his interaction with Shahid Kapoor on Instagram, calling it lovely. The video shows them smiling and talking, with Harbhajan Singh also joining in. The trio chatted and laughed together, with Shahid Kapoor patting Harbhajan Singh on the shoulder and shaking hands with Shoaib Akhtar.

Akhtar captioned the video, “Lovely running into @shahidkapoor at @ilt20official. #allinforcricket #entertheepic #KabirSingh @harbhajan3.” The video has been widely shared on social media.

Shahid Kapoor performed at the ILT20 opening ceremony with the cast of Deva. He danced to Marji Chaa Maalik and Aala Re Aala Deva Aala. Shahid and Pooja Hegde also performed the hook step of the Bhasad Macha song from Deva.

In the movie Deva, Shahid Kapoor plays a brilliant but rebellious police officer, while Pooja Hegde stars as a journalist.

January 13, 2025
Robbers kill man for Rs9 lacs

A private company manager was fatally shot in a robbery incident in Raiwind, Lahore, on Sunday.

Three robbers shot the victim after looting Rs 900,000 in cash, while reports suggest that one of them was allegedly killed by the firing of his accomplice during the robbery.

The victim was identified as Nadeem, who had come from Bahawalnagar to collect the money in Lahore’s Raiwind area.

The police told the media that three armed robbers intercepted the manager on the main road as he was on his way back after collecting the money. One of the robbers opened fire on Nadeem when he resisted giving up the money.

The manager suffered multiple bullet wounds and succumbed to his injuries before reaching the hospital.

One of the robbers, later identified as Intizar, was also hit by a bullet allegedly fired by his partner in crime and died on the spot.

However, the two remaining robbers fled the scene with the looted money as people began gathering at the spot.

The police team arrived on time and cordoned off the crime scene.

A police official informed the media that the search patrols in the area have been increased to find the two remaining robbers.

The bodies of the deceased have been shifted to the city morgue, and the company and the manager’s relatives have been notified.

A special police team has been assigned to investigate the case with the help of Punjab Safe Cities Authority cameras to trace the culprits.

The first murder of the year was reported in Lahore when a hitman killed another man on January 1 in exchange for two Umrah tickets and a motorcycle.

As per the police, the young hitman was allegedly hired by Imtiaz, deceased Muhammad Riaz’s brother-in-law, over a property dispute.

Imtiaz allegedly hired the hitman and promised him Umrah tickets and a motorbike to kill his brother-in-law Riaz. ARY News has reported that Imtiaz had also promised Rs. 30,000 as payment along with the tickets and motorcycle.

Read more: Hitman kills Lahore man for Umrah tickets

January 13, 2025
Forced out of her car at 2 AM’: Zoya Nasir reveals mother kidnapping story

Imagine being forced out of your car at 2 AM and turning a terrifying situation into a story of forgiveness. Actress Zoya Nasir’s mother did exactly that.

In an interview on Hasna Mana Hai, the Noor Jahan star revealed how her mother turned a dangerous situation into a story of empathy and forgiveness.

Zoya Nasir said, “My mother was kidnapped near our home. They forced her out of her car, but she calmly told them, ‘I don’t know my way around here, and I might get lost or hurt. Please drop me near my house.’”

This happened around 2 AM while her mother was returning home. Despite the danger, Zoya’s mother insisted on staying in the car and refused to leave.

While the dacoits demanded she get out, her mother stayed calm and rationally handled the situation.

“At the time, my mother was talking to her uncle on the phone. Cleverly, she threw her phone under the car seat and narrated everything loudly, ensuring the police could trace her location. She described landmarks like a nearby mosque and a canal, subtly signaling her location,” Zoya Nasir said.

The police were able to trace her location and rescue her. The car was recovered, and the dacoits were eventually caught. However, the story took an unexpected turn.

Zoya Nasir explained, “It turned out that they were students facing dire circumstances—one had lost his father, another had been cheated out of property, and one was struggling with unemployment. Despite their crime, my mother forgave them.”

The story didn’t end there. Zoya’s mother surprised everyone by helping one of the dacoits with his sister’s wedding.

“She even helped arrange the wedding for one of their sisters, providing a dowry and gifts,” the Kaffara actress shared.

The family later laughed at the unexpected twist of receiving pickles from one of the dacoits’ families.

Earlier, Zoya Nasir appeared as a guest on Up Close and Unfiltered on Mashion’s YouTube channel; she opened up about what gives her butterflies in a relationship and how she defines love.The host asked, “How do you know when you are in love?”

Zoya Nasir replied, “I think you know, when you look forward to their messages or thinking about them makes you smile. You get butterflies when it’s time to meet them and you really think about them and what they would like and they make you feel special and you feel special. I think that’s love.”

Talking about love at first sight, she remarked.

“I don’t think I can fall in love at first sight. Knowing the person takes time,” the actress added.

January 13, 2025
Mohammad Hafeez is NOT HAPPY with Champions Trophy hybrid model

Former cricket captain Mohammad Hafeez has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for accepting the hybrid model for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025.

Speaking to the media at the National Stadium’s Oval Ground in Karachi on Sunday, the 44-year-old former all-rounder said, “The PCB did not stick to its original principled stance. India is not coming to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. It’s unfortunate that after the 1996 World Cup, ICC events haven’t been held in Pakistan for a long time. However, it’s a positive sign that the Champions Trophy is happening now, and we should convey a positive message.”

Hafeez also praised young batter Saim, saying, “Injuries are part of the game, but Saim Ayub’s case should be handled properly. I am hopeful he will recover soon and be available for the Champions Trophy.”

“If Fakhar Zaman returns for the ICC mega event, it will be a good sign for Pakistan,” he added.

He criticized the ongoing practice of sending players from first-class cricket to the Strikers’ Camp. “Players in this camp should not be given spots in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), and such camps should not be held during the season,” he suggested.

Hafeez also expressed disappointment over the lack of facilities in the ongoing President’s Cup, saying, “There were no proper facilities at the Oval Ground, National Stadium. The teams didn’t get clean drinking water, there were no proper dressing rooms, and the washrooms were substandard.”

The Champions Trophy is scheduled to begin on February 19, 2025. Under the hybrid model, matches involving the Indian team will be held in UAE, while the rest of the tournament will take place in Pakistan.

January 13, 2025
Pictures: Neelam Muneer stuns in bridal ensemble

Neelam Muneer, Pakistan’s beloved screen queen, has swapped her acting scripts for a real-life fairy tale, tying the knot with Muhammad Rashid in a dreamy Dubai celebration.

In her latest post, she shared more photos from her wedding photo shoot, showcasing her in various elegant styles in her bridal dress. Fans and social media users have expressed their best wishes and admiration for the couple.

She was wearing a shirt and gharara with a heavy, farshy dupatta in light golden and tea pink colors, looking absolutely stunning.

She has a massive following on Instagram and has been overwhelmed by the love and support from her fans. In one of her posts, she captioned, “Starting my new chapter of life with ‘Bismillah’

Remember us in your prayers. ”

The couple’s wedding festivities have been a source of joy and excitement for Neelam Muneer’s fans, who continue to show immense love and appreciation for the actress’s beautiful moments.

Check out the pictures below:

January 13, 2025
FBR to purchase more than 1,000 cars for almost Rs6 billion

As the common people of Pakistan reel from rising taxation and increasing costs of living, the country’s premier tax collection agency, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), plans to buy more than one thousand brand-new Honda City 1.2L CVT cars worth almost six billion rupees.

A notification dated January 10, 2025, went viral on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), addressed to Honda Atlas Cars from the FBR with the subject: “Letter of Intent for the purchase of 1010 Honda City 1.2L CVT.”

Social media users criticised the move, with many pointing out that the salaried class of Pakistan bear the brunt of the government’s expenditure. One user wrote: “About Rs. 6 billion of the hard-earned money of taxpayers including salaried class (taxed oppressively up to 40%) is being spent on buying 1,010 Honda City cars for FBR officials. If you’re a tax payer, you should know where your money is going.”

The official letter also listed the following additional “add-ons” that would be included in the package: “Navigation system with reverse cameras, high-grade interior, free four periodic maintenance (20,000 KM or 12 months), 4th year extended warranty (4years or 100,000 KM subject to regular maintenance at Honda authorized 3S/2S dealership), FBR logos on both front doors and front windscreen, and installation of tracker system with one-year service charges @ Rs.8500/- in all cars for which the FBR will bear the cost.”

The purchase of more than a thousand cars will be completed in two phases, beginning in January of this year and concluding in May 2025.

According to the notification, “FBR will upfront Rupees 3 billion for purchase of one thousand and ten vehicles (as full payment for 500 units and partial payment of balance amount for remaining 510 units) and the balance payment shall be made as and when delivery of the first batch is completed i.e. 500 vehicles. The first payment will be made once pre-receipted bill is received.”

A social media user pointed out that no efficient department would need so many cars for tax collection in this century, writing, “On top of that, all these cars will be used for personal purposes. In today’s digital world, no tax man needs vehicles to work effectively.”

Another user wrote: “Is the salaried class paying taxes from their hard-earned money for this? What exactly has the FBR staff achieved to deserve this reward? Approximately 6B will be spent on purchasing these 1,010 Honda City cars. Take back this decision — it is unacceptable.”

One user took a sigh of relief, adding, “We must be thankful that they booked Honda City and not Toyota Fortuners.”

January 13, 2025
Here’s how much money YouTubers made from PTI’s November protests

Prominent journalist Absar Alam has revealed the incomes of seven YouTubers in November, the same month in which Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) had staged a protest march towards Islamabad.

Talking on his Samaa TV show Mere Sawal, Absar recalled that following the “final call” of party founder Imran Khan, the convoy led by Chief Minister (CM) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Ali Amin Gandapur and former First Lady Bushra Bibi marched towards the federal capital on November 24. The protest ended after police launched an operation on the night of November 26, leading to violent clashes and deaths.

PTI had demanded the repeal of the recently passed 26th Constitutional Amendment, the release of all political prisoners, including Imran Khan, and the return of their mandate.

Former ruling party demonstrators clashed with security officials during the three-day protest.

Veteran journalist Absar Alam disclosed the seven YouTubers’ income in November alone.

Here are the details:

1st YouTuber

According to a research report presented by TV host Absar Alam, the first YouTuber with 55 lac subscribers earned two lac dollars ($200,000) in November alone, which is equivalent to five crore fifty-six lac rupees (PKR55,600,000). The annual income of the YouTuber was 70 crore rupees. However, the journalist stated that the YouTuber is a “fugitive from Pakistan.”

2nd YouTuber

Absar Alam revealed that the second YouTuber with 11 lac subscribers earned 80,000 dollars in November, equivalent to two crore twenty-two lac rupees (PKR22,200,000), with an annual income of twenty-six crore thirty-five lac rupees (PKR263,500,000).

3rd YouTuber

Absar Alam claimed that the third YouTuber, who holds 25 lac subscribers, earned around $50,000, which is equivalent to one crore of 40 lac rupees (PKR14,000,000); the YouTuber earned 15 crore rupees in one year. “I know this YouTuber; he hardly earned 25,000 rupees when he was in Nawaiwaqt newspaper. He is a fugitive from Pakistan,” Alam added.

4th YouTuber

As per the journalist’s research, the third YouTuber with 680,000 subscribers, who is also a fugitive from Pakistan, earned $20,000 in November, equivalent to 55 lac rupees. The annual income of the YouTuber was six crore eighty lac rupees (68,000,000).

5th YouTuber

The fifth YouTuber with 14 lac subscribers earned $11,500, which is equivalent to 32 lac rupees; the annual income of the YouTuber was three crore eighty lac rupees (PKR38,000,000). “He is an American citizen,” Alam revealed.

6th YouTuber

The third YouTuber with one million subscribers earned $10,000 (PKR270,000) in November. The YouTuber earned (35,000,000) rupees annually, the former Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) chairman revealed. “The YouTuber had only a motorbike in two-three years ago,” the journalist said.

7th YouTuber

The seventh YouTuber with five lac thirty-three thousand (533,000) subscribers earned $6000 in November, equivalent to nearly 16 lac rupees; the YouTuber earned two crore rupees in one year, Alam claimed.

However, the veteran journalist did not disclose the names of the YouTubers.

Additionally, the journalist said, “Out of the seven YouTubers, only one lives in Pakistan.”

January 13, 2025
Khabib Nurmagomedov offloaded from Alaska Airlines

A recent incident involving former mixed martial arts (MMA) champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has gone viral on social media after he was offloaded from a plane.

A video shows Khabib facing an unpleasant situation on Sunday on an Alaska Airlines flight.

The incident took place at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, where Khabib was preparing to fly to Los Angeles. He was asked to leave the plane after a disagreement with the flight crew.

During the interaction, a flight attendant told Khabib, “We can’t allow you to sit in the emergency row. I’ll call my supervisor. You can either take another seat, or we will have to ask you to leave the plane.”

Khabib expressed frustration, calling the decision unfair. “This is not right,” he said. He also mentioned that during check-in, he was asked if he spoke English, to which he responded yes, yet he was still asked to change seats.

Despite the manager offering Khabib an alternative seat and suggesting he take another flight, Khabib and his companions were eventually removed from the plane.

The video shows Khabib picking up his luggage and exiting the aircraft.

January 13, 2025

Hania Aamir: The Actress Who Wins Hearts Worldwide

Hania Aamir is one of the popular Pakistani actresses. She is not only famous in her country but also wins the hearts of many other countries because of her outstanding acting. Hania always captured people’s attention with her charming looks. She secured a spotlight for her roles in Pakistani dramas Dilruba, Titli, Ishqiya, Sang-e-Mah, and Mujhe Pyar Hua Tha. Hania is also a model and attended fashion weeks for many brands. This blog is perfect for learning more about this beautiful actress. We will discuss everything, from her top-rated dramas to her social media life.

Hania Aamir Profile Summary

Full Name	Hania Aamir
Date of Birth	Feb 12, 1997
Age	28 years
Birthplace	Rawalpindi
Country	Pakistan
Education	Graduate from the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences
Religion	Islam
Zodiac Sign	Aquarius
Weight	55 kg
Height	5 feet 4 inches
Net Worth	Between $1 Million and $5 Million

Early Education

Hania Aamir studied at Roots College International. It is a reputed institution known for its good performance and various extracurricular activities. She completed her higher education at the Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Technology, one of the best institutes in Pakistan. Hania received her degree in computer science from the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences. In an interview, she explained that she left school to pursue acting instead, referring to herself as a working woman.

Hania Aamir Drama Career

2016

Hania Aamir attended an audition for the romantic film Janaan while attending the Foundation for Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST-NUCES).

2017

Hania Aamir is a stunning actress who played a beauty-obsessed, cheating wife in the 2017 romantic film Titli. She also won the Best Television Sensation Female title in the HUM Awards for her portrayal in the love drama Phir Wohi Mohabbat. Again that year, Aamir appeared as a fiery bride-to-be in the heist comedy Na Maloom Afraad 2.

2018

Her popularity was further boosted by her performance in Parwaaz Hai Junoon, a 2018 film. Hania worked with Hamza Ali Abbasi, Ahad Raza Mir, and Kubra Khan in that film. She also starred as a girl next door in the TV drama Visaal (2018) with Zahid Ahmed and Saboor Aly.

2019

In Anaa, a 2019 drama, Hania played the role of heiress Shergarh’s wild child. She also played alongside Shehzad Sheikh and Sahir Ali Bagga, who has 8 million views on YouTube. She sang the opening song of the series. Hania received good feedback regarding her portrayal of this character.

2020

In 2020, Hania Aamir appeared opposite Feroze Khan in the drama Ishqiya as the extroverted Rumaisa Siddique. The 2nd Pakistan International Screen Awards nominated her for Best Actress in a TV role. The same year, she starred as Sanam Jameel, a flirty TikTok girl in Dil Ruba.

2021

In 2021, Hania Aamir played Hala Hamza Ahmed in the drama serial Mere Humsafar. She received widespread appreciation for this role and a Lux Style Award nomination for Best TV Actress.

2022

In 2022, she appeared short and limited in the ensemble drama Sang-e-Mah as Gul Meena, opposite Nauman Ijaz and Zaviyar.

2023

In 2023, she played Maheer Saad Hussain in the romantic drama Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha opposite Wahaj Ali and Zaviyar Nauman Ijaz. Her portrayal was met with mixed and negative reviews.

2024

In 2024, Hania Amir will star opposite Fahad Mustafa in the drama serial Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum as Sharjeena Mustafa Ahmed. The upcoming Netflix series Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo will have Hania sharing the screen with Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan.

Modeling Career

In modeling, her looks and charisma drew the interest of many brands. More brands began to interact with Ms. Hania Aamir as it became clear that she was bound to rule the modeling industry due to her striking appearance. Hania Aamir’s modeling career is vast. She once served as the brand ambassador of many well-known companies.

Hania endorsed several trademarks, including Sunsilk, Nestlé Fruita Vital, Mobilink Jazz, and Bonanza. She did advertisements and walked the ramp for events like Pakistan Fashion Week and Bridal Weeks. She is also known as Style Icon. She does pay for collaborative print ads.

Film Career

Hania Aamir’s movie career began with Janaan. This movie is directed by Azfar Jafri and produced by Harem Farooq, Reham Khan, Munir Hussain, and Imran Raza Kazmi. The movie was rated 6.8/10. She became well-known due to this film and won numerous other awards.

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Awards and Nominations

Year	Award	Category	Work	Result
2017	Lux Style Awards	Best Supporting Actress	Janaan	Nominated
2018	Hum Awards	Best Television Sensation Female	Phir Wohi Mohabbat	Won
2018	International Pakistan Prestige Awards	Best Actress (Film)	Na Maloom Afraad 2	Nominated
2018	Hum Style Awards	Most Stylish Film Actress	—	Won
2020	Pakistan International Screen Awards	Best Television Actress	Anaa	Nominated
2020	Hum Style Awards	Most Stylish Actress	—	Nominated
2021	ARY People’s Choice Awards	Favorite Actress in the Role of Sister	Ishqiya	Won
2021	ARY People’s Choice Awards	Favourite Jodi with Feroze Khan	Ishqiya	Nominated
2022	Lux Style Awards	Best TV Actress	Mere Humsafar	Nominated
2022	Lux Style Awards	Best TV Actress – Critics’ Choice	Mere Humsafar	Nominated
2023	Lux Style Awards	Best Film Actress – Viewer’s Choice	Parde Mein Rehne Do	Nominated
2023	Lux Style Awards	Best TV Actress	Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha	Nominated
2024	Hum Style Awards	Most Stylish Television Actor Female	—	Nominated

Hania Aamir’s Social Media Handles

Instagram	17.2 Million Followers and 674 Following
Facebook	1.3 Million Followers and 0 Following
X (Twitter)	166k Followers and 45 Following

January 13, 2025

24-year-old Pakistani killed in Cyprus

A 24-year-old Pakistani man was found dead in Strovolos, Cyprus, after being killed in a police shooting incident on January 6. The news surfaced in international media on Saturday, January 11.

Initial reports suggested that the deceased was wounded by a service weapon and that his body was found thirty kilometres away from the location of the shooting.

According to Cyprus Mail, there are “fears of major coverup in Pakistani man’s death.” Following the incident, state pathologist Nicholas Charalambous was suspended until a disciplinary investigation against him was completed. He had initially ruled out the suspicion of criminal activity when he assessed the victim’s body, even though there was a gaping bullet wound in the victim’s shoulder. However, four days later, after the autopsy, he retracted his statement and confirmed that it was not a stone injury but a gunshot wound — resulting from police fire.

Police found the Pakistani man’s body in a field in a suburb of the capital, Nicosia, on January 6, a national holiday in Cyprus.

Another local news website, Phileleftheros, reported on Sunday that three police officers were being questioned over the shooting, which occurred in a different location from where the body was found.

As the public outcry against the apparent cover-up grew, the state attorney appointed a senior state lawyer, Ninos Kekkos, to carry out an independent investigation.

The Cyprus police, in its official statement, stated that it was patrolling the buffer zone when it noticed three vehicles illegally smuggling migrants. Subsequently, the police officers on duty shot at the wheels of one of the trucks, but the driver, along with the second vehicle, managed to escape into the buffer zone. Furthermore, they have declined to make any statements before the investigation is completed.

Cyprus Mail asserts that the State Pathologist’s ruling that there was no criminal activity meant the CID did not investigate the matter.

However, it was decided on Sunday that an independent investigation would be carried out to address all concerns.

According to Phileleftheros, investigators have discovered a suitcase containing numerous documents relating to foreign nationals during the probe, which are now being investigated.

Dawn reports that Pakistan’s Foreign Office ambassador to Cyprus, who is based in Beirut, was in touch with Cypriot officials over the matter, and an update is expected soon.

January 13, 2025