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  • Ram Kapoor’s weight loss transformation stuns fans

    Ram Kapoor’s weight loss transformation stuns fans

    Indian actor Ram Kapoor has surprised fans with his incredible weight loss transformation.

    He recently shared a mirror selfie on Instagram, showcasing his new look in a black t-shirt and jeans.

    “Hi guys, sorry for the slightly long absence from Instagram. I was working on myself quite extensively,” he wrote in the caption.

    Kapoor also posted another picture with his wife, revealing that he had lost a whopping 42 kgs.

    His transformation has taken the internet by storm, with mixed reactions from fans. Some expressed their dislike for the new look, while others congratulated him on his weight loss achievement.

    “But we love golu molu Ramji,” wrote one user.

    “Congrats, but old Ram Kapoor was love!” wrote another.

    Celebrities like Karan Wahi and Sumona Chakravarti also praised Kapoor’s new look, complimenting him in their comments.

    Ram Kapoor hasn’t shared his weight loss remedy yet, but recently, famous Pakistani TV host and actress Shaista Lodhi shared a method for reducing body weight within three days without exercise or dieting.

    During her appearance on the ARY morning show “Good Morning Pakistan,” she explained that there is no such thing as a low-sodium or low-fat diet. She advised against the use of white salt and recommended using pink salt instead. 

    She said that quitting white salt for three days could result in the loss of at least one kilogram.

  • Nawaz open to negotiations with Imran: report

    Nawaz open to negotiations with Imran: report

    Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif is open to negotiating with political rival and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, a private media outlet has claimed amid reports of a high-level backdoor meeting between the government and PTI.

    According to reports, significant progress has been made as the government, PTI and the establishment have all acknowledged the need for dialogue.

    Nawaz, who had previously rejected the possibility of talks with the PTI along with his daughter and Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz, has now showed willingness to negotiate with Khan, reports quoted a senior PML-N leader as saying.

    A high-level backchannel meeting, a separate report claimed, was also held between the government and the PTI.

    It quoted sources as saying that the meeting was attended by two important players of the government, including a minister and another official, whereas the PTI was represented by a key party leader.

    On the outcome of the meeting held Wednesday night, the report added, PTI would have to choose whether it wished to continue with the politics of agitation and confrontation or it really wanted reconciliation.

    While there currently are no visible signs that official negotiations between all stakeholders will begin any time soon, events from the night of November 26 during PTI’s violent march on Islamabad, remain a bone of contention between both sides.

    Despite the events, reports said, both the government and PTI agree that reducing political tensions through dialogue was essential.

    The PTI founder has already formed a committee to hold talks with the government which, reports said, reflects the party’s realisation that its current policy of confrontation could no longer be continued.

    Similarly, the government and the establishment recognise that the PTI remains a popular party, and it cannot be eliminated via continuous conflict.

    According to reports, both sides will have to compromise. The PTI must recognise the government’s mandate and abandon its immediate demand for elections, while the government must step back from its efforts to exclude Khan from politics.

    It may be noted that National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has also offered to mediate between both sides, saying that his office and home were always available for it.

    Following the speaker’s statement, reports quoted sources as saying that a parliamentary committee was likely to be formed to initiate formal negotiations. The committee will be entrusted with full authority to deliberate on key negotiation points and make decisions regarding the talks.

  • Ahmed Shehzad has a unique solution for Pak-India matches

    Ahmed Shehzad has a unique solution for Pak-India matches

    National cricketer Ahmed Shehzad, who has been making statements on social media away from the cricket field, has presented a strange and unique logic for cricket matches between Pakistan and India.

    On his YouTube channel, the 33-year-old has suggested building a stadium on the border to host cricket matches between the two countries.

    Shehzad sarcastically said, “A cricket stadium should be established on the border, with one door opening in India and the other in Pakistan, and the players of each team should enter the stadium through their door.”

    He further said, “After the hybrid model was confirmed in the Champions Trophy 2025, the chances of India coming to Pakistan in the near future have disappeared. Now forget that the Indian cricket team will come to Pakistan. The ICC could not back down from the decision of all the cricket boards to host the Champions Trophy 2025.”

    However, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally resolved the long-standing impasse over the 2025 Champions Trophy.

    Under the agreement, India’s matches in the eight-team event will be played at a neutral venue, while in return, ICC events hosted by India will also be played at neutral venues.

  • Neha Kakkar loves THIS Asim Azhar song

    Neha Kakkar loves THIS Asim Azhar song

     What happens when one of India’s biggest singing sensation falls in love with a Pakistani hit? A wave of admiration and excitement. 

    During a press conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Neha Kakkar, former Indian Idol judge and renowned singer, praised Asim Azhar’s songs, calling his track Jo Tu Na Mila one of her favorites.

    “I love Jo Tu Na Mila so much,  it’s one of my favorite songs,” she said.

    On her wish to work in Pakistan, Neha Kakkar said “Maybe one day I’ll get the chance to work with Asim Azhar and also visit Pakistan.”

    Addressing political tensions between the two nations, the Oh Humsafar singer stated: “I don’t understand the issues and conflicts. Pakistan and Indian feel like brothers to me. The things said about Pakistan and India globally don’t make sense to me. Ideally, relations between the two countries should improve, and love between the people should grow but that doesn’t happen.”

    In response to Neha’s appreciation, Asim Azhar shared screenshots of her press conference on Instagram.

    He expressed his gratitude, writing, “Thank you, Neha! I truly appreciate your love and kind words.”

    The mutual admiration between the two artists has sparked excitement among fans, with many hoping to see a collaboration in the near future.

    Earlier, singer Asim Azhar  shared a heartwarming moment with a young fan who attended his concert. The young fan, completely enthralled by Asim’s songs, did not know that her love for his music had also won the singer’s heart while he was on stage.

    Asim Azhar took to his Instagram stories to express his affection for the young fan, writing, “This cutie had my heart the whole time I was on stage.”

    The adorable interaction highlights the strong bond between Asim and his fans, showing his appreciation for their support.

    His followers have widely appreciated the video and the message, with many fans praising the singer’s kindness and the genuine connection he shares with his audience.

    He also continues to be a beloved figure in the music industry, known for his captivating performances and warm interactions with fans.

    Asim Azhar also released his album Bematlab in May.

     The story of ‘Bematlab’ goes back to Asim’s early days when he gained attention by singing heartfelt covers of Western songs on YouTube. But it was his standout performance in Coke Studio 9 that put him in the spotlight, showing off his talent and making him a star.

  • LGBTQ football fans will be safe in 2034 World Cup, says Saudi Arabia

    LGBTQ football fans will be safe in 2034 World Cup, says Saudi Arabia

    Saudi Arabia, host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, has assured the English Football Association (FA) that LGBTQ fans will be “safe and welcome” at the event.


    The promise was made after the Kingdom’s successful bid to host the prestigious tournament.


    FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) confirmed in an official statement that Saudi Arabia will host the event in 2024.


    However, the bid ignited a debate in Western media about human rights in the Kingdom, which FIFA eventually addressed.


    President Gianni Infantino announced that the organisation will always make sure that it remains committed to include all fans. 


    “We are, of course, aware of critics and fears, and I fully trust our hosts to address all open points from this process and deliver a FIFA World Cup which meets expectations,” Infantino said.


    The Football Association has emphasised its support for Saudi Arabia’s bid while assuring that during the discussions with Saudi football officials last month, everything was talked about.


    In the official statement, the football association explained its decision to back the bid, saying: “We asked [Saudi Arabia] to commit to ensuring all fans would be safe and welcome in Saudi Arabia in 2034 – including LGBTQ+ fans. They assured us that they are fully committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all fans.”


    “Football is a global game and is for everyone. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion means being respectful of all, including all religions and cultures,” the FA said.


    Moreover, football’s governing body expressed optimism that hosting events like World Cups on such a scale can drive positive societal changes as the statement read, “We believe hosting World Cups can be a catalyst for positive change, which is best delivered by working collaboratively in partnership with host nations. We will work with FIFA and UEFA to ensure commitments to respect all human rights are delivered.”


    The bid and its success came out as a significant milestone in the kingdom’s expanding influence in global sport. 


    Simultaneously, the world football governing body also confirmed that Morocco, Spain, and Portugal will be joint hosts of the 2030 World Cup, in which three games will also be played in South America.

  • May 9 tragedy: Military courts convict, sentence 25 civilians

    May 9 tragedy: Military courts convict, sentence 25 civilians

    After months of deliberations over military court’s eligibility to try and sentence civilians, as many as 25 persons have been convicted and sentenced for their involvement in May 9, 2023, attacks on state installations.

    Scores of PTI workers were arrested and more than 100 civilians are facing military trials for last year’s riots over the arrest of former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan.

    “Field General Court Martial have in [the] first phase promulgated the punishments to 25 accused,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement released Saturday.

    The statement from the military’s media wing comes as the party maintains it had no role in attacks on state installations, including the ransacking of the General Headquarters (GHQ).

    While the PTI also demands a judicial commission to probe last year’s events, Saturday’s statement added that the promulgation of the sentences of remaining accused was also being done and will be announced shortly as and when the due process is complete.

    “All convicts retain the right to appeal and other legal recourses, as guaranteed by the law and the Constitution,” the ISPR said.

    It added that the nation on May 9 witnessed tragic incidents of politically provoked violence and arson at multiple places, marking a dark chapter in the history of Pakistan.

    Building on a sustained narrative of hate and lies, the ISPR said, politically orchestrated attacks were carried out on the installations of the armed forces including the desecration of martyrs’ monuments.

    “Many accused are also being tried in various Anti-Terrorism Courts and their cases are being pursued as per the law, however, justice would truly be fully served once the mastermind and planners of 9th May Tragedy are punished as per the Constitution and laws of the land,” the statement read.

    “State of Pakistan will continue to vigoursly pursue dispensation of justice to ensure establishment of inviolable writ of the State, so as to uproot this evil of violence driven disruptive and destructive politics based on hate, divisiveness and baseless propaganda,” it concluded.

    Details of convictions and sentences are as follows:

    1.    Jan Muhammad Khan: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.2.    Muhammad Imran: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    3.    Raja Muhammad Ehsan: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in GHQ attack incident.
    4.    Rehmat Ullah: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan incident.
    5.    Anwar Khan: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in PAF Base Mianwali incident.
    6.    Muhammad Afaq Khan: 9 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Bannu Cantt incident.
    7.    Daud Khan: 7 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Chakdara Fort incident.
    8.    Faheem Haider: 6 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    9.    Zahid Khan: 4 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Multan Cantt Check Post incident.
    10.    Yasir Nawaz: 2 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan incident.
    11.    Abdul Hadi: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    12.    Ali Shan: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    13.    Daud Khan: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    14.    Umar Farooq: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in GHQ attack incident.
    15.    Babar Jamal: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in PAF Base Mianwali incident.
    16.    Muhammad Hashir Khan: 6 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    17.    Muhammad Ashiq Khan: 4 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    18.    Khuram Shahzad: 3 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Multan Cantt Check Post incident.
    19.    Muhammad Bilawal: 2 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    20.    Said Alam: 2 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan incident.
    21.    Laeeq Ahmed: 2 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in ISI Office Faisalabad incident.
    22.    Ali Iftikhar: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    23.    Zia Ur Rehman: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Jinnah House incident.
    24.    Adnan Ahmed: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan incident.
    25.    Shakir Ullah: 10 years rigorous imprisonment for involvement in Punjab Regimental Centre Mardan incident.

  • Trump’s aide engages with PTI accounts on X calling for Imran Khan’s release

    Trump’s aide engages with PTI accounts on X calling for Imran Khan’s release

    US President-elect Donald Trump’s recent nominee for Presidential Envoy for Special Missions, Richard Grenell, has been consistently engaging with PTI supporters’ accounts while echoing their calls for the release of Imran Khan.


    On December 16, Richard Grenell posted a screenshot of a Geo News Urdu article with a headline translated in English as “Homosexual Richard Grenell appointed as Trump’s envoy” with a caption: “I’ll say it again, @geonews_urdu: Free Imran Khan.”


    Since then, the post went viral, garnering more than 10 million views, with PTI supporters and leaders appreciating the US official for raising his voice in support of the former Prime Minister. Grenell retweeted his own post on December 19 with a caption: “10 million. This is clearly popular. Free Imran Khan.”


    Grenell had previously voiced his support for Imran Khan on his official X page, and when he got nominated by Donald Trump, PTI supporters rejoiced on social media, congratulating him on his new title.

    A prominent PTI supporter account complained to Grenell by posting a screenshot of an old tweet of the Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives of Pakistan Ahsan Iqbal, in 2020, critically comparing Donald Trump with Imran Khan. 


    Interestingly, Ahsan Iqbal’s tweet from 2020 was retweeted by the official account of the US Embassy Islamabad, for which it later issued a clarifying tweet: “Dear Followers: The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Twitter account was accessed last night without authorisation. The U.S. Embassy does not endorse the posting or retweeting of political messages. We apologise for any confusion that may have resulted from the unauthorised post.”

    Richard Grenell after hearing the complaints of PTI supporters took an interest in the 2020 US Embassy retweet controversy, posting on X: “This is when they criticised the sitting U.S. President. Did they ever come clean to explain how they were hacked? I don’t believe it.”

    Trump’s new nominee has been unusually engaging with PTI-affiliated accounts on X (formerly Twitter) for the last week even retweeting memes targeting the Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif.

    Grenell also reposted a tweet criticising the Pakistan Army, showed a picture of an advertising van showcasing Pakistani Military Chiefs with a caption: “Never won a war! Never lost an Election.”

    Meanwhile, a congresswoman and the senator-elect from Michigan Elissa Slotkin also took to X to write, “Michigan has a large Pakistani-American community, and I continue to hear concerns about the recent deadly protests in Pakistan. Pakistani authorities must protect citizens’ rights to free speech and peaceful assembly, hold violators accountable, and uphold Pakistan’s democracy.”

  • BCCI’s bank balance shocks cricketing world

    BCCI’s bank balance shocks cricketing world

    The bank balance of the current richest cricketing body in the world, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has shocked the cricketing world.

    According to reports, BCCI has a whopping balance of INR 20,686 crores (over PKR 66,000 crores or $2.4 billion), after having recorded an increase of INR 4,200 crores in 2024.

    A major part of the BCCI’s revenue comes from the sale of media rights to the Indian Premier League (IPL) and bilateral series. The BCCI is also given the largest share of the revenue received from the International Cricket Council (ICC), followed by England, Australia and Pakistan.

    In June 2022, the Indian board sold media rights of IPL for 5 years for INR 48,390 crores. During fiscal year 2025-26, the BCCI is expected to earn around 10,540 crores, while its own budget stands at a mere INR 2,348 crores.

    Out of all this income, the board also pays a massive amount in the form of annual grants to all 38 states of the country.

  • Sheheryar Munawar’s wedding festivities continue with soulful Qawwali Night

    Sheheryar Munawar’s wedding festivities continue with soulful Qawwali Night

    Sheheryar Munawar, a superstar loved by millions in Pakistan, is not just an actor, but also a director and producer. Known for his successful films and dramas, he currently shines on television screens as Rahim Ali Nawaz on ARY Digital. Usually private about his personal life, Sheheryar is now entering a new phase as he ties the knot with actress and model Maheen Siddiqui.


    Sheheryar Munawar & Maheen Siddiqui’s Qawali Night


    Sheheryar has been joyfully celebrating his wedding with family and close friends. Last night, a beautiful qawali night with renowned singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan performing mesmerizing qawalis enthralled guests. Both the bride and groom looked stunning in their golden and dark blue eastern attire. They looked gorgeous together, and their outfits added to the charm of the event.


    The night was filled with love and music, attended by the couple’s dear ones.


    Here are some memorable moments from their qawali night:

    Sheheryar Munawar & Maheen Siddiqui Qawali Night

    Sheheryar Munawar & Maheen Siddiqui Qawali Night

  • PSX recovers 3,000 points after historic drop amid speculative buying

    PSX recovers 3,000 points after historic drop amid speculative buying

    Stock brokers saw a sharp rise in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) as bullish speculators participated in the exchange. The KSE-100 which is the benchmark index of the PSX recorded a 3,000-point recovery in the index after two full days of profit taking.

    Earlier in the week, the KSE-100 recorded the largest single day decline in its history of 4,795 points as panic selling gripped investors. Investors are growing weary of the unprecedented level of volatility in the exchange.

    Experts are predicting that the profit taking behavior could have been due to a recent bill that was proposed in Islamabad earlier this week. The proposed bill seeks to impose restrictions on the trading of securities by non-filers and tax evaders.

    While this bill has its merits and will be invaluable in the Islamabad’s journey to curb tax evasion, it is impacting businesses significantly. While experts were initially highlighting how the bill could be detrimental for business growth, it seems like it is not the case.

    It is possible that non-filers sold off their shares in order for a tax paying member of their household to purchase them instead. Such behaviors are common are probably what led to the sharp decline and rise in the PSX as the bill would have frozen non-filer trading activities.

    If a significant amount of non-filers end up permanently pulling their funds out of the exchange before the restrictions are levied, the market will suffer. The downward trend that took charge of the market earlier could return as currently, investors have lost some of their trust in the market. This is likely to fuel further profit taking.

    In the event of a persisting slump in the PSX, firms will not be able to raise funds easily. They will now have to issue more shares to gather the same amount of money now. This is because earlier, share values tanked with some companies such as Mari Petroleum losing as much as 10 percent of their value.

    The fall in share prices and the high fluctuations in the exchange are likely to cause a trend in company executives to favor the use of debt for operations instead of the sale of more equity. However, this will reduce dividend payments to shareholders as cash inflows from projects will then be used to finance interest payments on loans instead and lower dividends might reduce share values further.

    However, the low stock prices paved way for speculators as they saw an opportunity to make a quick profit due to market volatility. For now, experts have their eyes set on the PSX and are wondering if it can continue to exhibit steady growth rates as it has in the past few months or if the surge in volatility has just begun.