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  • Haval HEV determined to keep its perch as the no. 1 hybrid vehicle in Pakistan!

    Haval HEV determined to keep its perch as the no. 1 hybrid vehicle in Pakistan!

    In a strategic alliance between Great Wall Motor (GWM) and SAZGAR Engineering Works Limited, the introduction of the Haval brand to Pakistan last year marked the commencement of a highly successful journey for the brand in the country.

    Standing out among Haval’s impressive vehicle lineup is the HEV (Hybrid), distinguished as Pakistan’s first locally assembled hybrid SUV. Achieving this milestone in November 2022 propelled the HEV to the forefront, making it the most sought-after SUV in the market.

    “Hybrid and Electric vehicles are the future… and we are very proud to be spearheading this EV revolution in Pakistan by bringing the first ever locally assembled hybrid to the country”, said Mian Ammar Hameed, Executive Director Marketing at SAZGAR.

    After enjoying almost a year of head start as the only locally assembled hybrid of Pakistan, Haval H6 HEV finally has some competition in Hyundai Sante Fe and recently launched hybrid of Toyota i.e. the Corolla Cross but neither of them has been able to knock the Haval HEV off its perch at the top of the hybrid summit in Pakistan. A comparison with recently launched Corolla Cross can be observed as follows:

    Haval has gone into the competition with initiative firmly on its side with recent unveiling of its absolutely stunning television commercial, showcasing a level of quality that can rival top-tier international productions, while maintaining a stark distinction of its own. This not only reflects the brand’s commitment to excellence but also reinforces its credibility.

    The visually stunning TV ad portrays the vehicle emerging from a dramatic lightning storm, symbolizing the harmonious blend of the vehicle’s raw electric power with its exquisite design and aesthetic. The CGI work done here has surely catapulted automotive advertisement in Pakistan to a brand new level.

    Take a moment to view the captivating video below and share your insights in the comments section!

  • The top five most eligible Pakistani bachelors of 2023

    The top five most eligible Pakistani bachelors of 2023

    It is no secret that Pakistanis are obsessed with shadis. This is reflected everywhere, from television dramas to the daily discourse. The marital status of people in the limelight always attracts more curiosity. Politicians, actors, and sportsmen are the three types of public figures the masses are generally most interested in.

    So, it is impossible that anyone especially a man, a good-looking one, can escape the omnipresent question, “When are you getting married?”. While we are not asking that personal question, we at The Current bringing you our top picks of the most coveted bachelor’s in Pakistan, exceptional men achieving big things in their respective fields-be it acting, singing, sports, or politics.

    It is important to note that we conducted a poll on our social media platforms to incorporate the feedback of our followers.

    1. Babar Azam

    Former Pakistani cricket team’s captain, popularly known as ‘King Babar’, surpasses every other bachelor in the country with an overwhelming majority of the vote.

    The support and the fan base this Lahori cricketer has is unprecedented. Even though he may be enjoying his bachelor life, fans want him to settle down.

    Different names keep getting associated with him one after the other, the latest being Hania Amir. The actress refuted all such claims by saying “Babar bhai hain bro”.

    We really hope that next year the nation gets to see a “national bhabi”.

    1. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

    Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is the second most prized bachelor people want to see get married.

    The former Foreign Minister, son of the late Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, has been asked about his wedding plans multiple times but it seems like nothing is on the horizon for the 35-year-old politician. However, in an interview with The Current, he mentioned that the prospective bride must get along with his two sisters.

    1. Hasan Raheem

    Peechay Hut fame singer Hasan Raheem is a youth icon.

    He has not just the looks of a rock star but also a professional degree of MBBS, along with a smooth voice. There is a huge number of girls that are smitten. His political correctness has our hearts melted already.

    The singer seems to be eager to get married as well as he expressed in one of the interviews.

    1. Hamza Sohail

    Hamza Sohail has raised the bar high with the uber-romantic Farjad Khan Bahadur in Fairytale.

    A significant number of viewers want this boy-next-door to settle with his on-screen wife Sehar Khan but will settle for him tying the knot with anyone.

    1. Bilal Abbas Khan
      Bilal Abbas made it to the list as recommended by people, for the thirty-year-old actor is the very definition of an old-school hero.

    Two-time winner of the Lux Style Award, he is casting his spell on audiences with the role of Shahmeer Sikander in the drama serial Ishq Murshid. Known for his long-lashed eyes, we hope he someday enchants a girl for good.

    Towards the end, we want to share the results of the poll conducted by The Current where Babar Azam won the poll with a clear majority.

  • In U-turn, US admits Gaza deaths likely ‘higher than being cited’: US official

    In U-turn, US admits Gaza deaths likely ‘higher than being cited’: US official

    Barbara Leaf, a senior Biden administration official said the death toll in the Gaza Strip is possibly significantly “higher than is being cited” — marking a U-turn in what critics called US policy to underplay the deaths. .

    Previously, President Biden and other pro-Israel Congress members questioned the death toll reported by the Health Ministry in Gaza, deeming it an exaggeration and doubting their accuracy as they allegedly operate under Hamas.

    “In this period of conflict and conditions of war, it is very difficult for any of us to assess what the rate of casualties are,” she said on Wednesday during the hearing of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. “We think they’re very high, frankly, and it could be that they’re even higher than are being cited.”

    “We’ll know only after the guns fall silent. We take in sourcing from a variety of folks who are on the ground,” she added. “I can’t stipulate to one figure or another, it’s very possible they’re even higher than is being reported.”

    Leaf, however, sided with Biden’s decision to hold back on pressuring Israel to a cease-fire as the administration is urging Israel to agree to humanitarian pauses for recovery of some captives, exit of foreign nationals, and allow humanitarian aid into Gaza.

  • Eight Gaza hospitals bombed in three days: What we know about day 34

    Eight Gaza hospitals bombed in three days: What we know about day 34

    The latest death toll in Gaza from October 7 till now stands at 10,744 Palestinians and 1,405 Israelis.

    More than 1,000 USAID employees call for ceasefire

    More than 1,000 staffers at the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have signed a letter pushing for an “immediate ceasefire” in Gaza.

    Officials from USAID’s departments and overseas missions are among the signatories, increasing the number of government employees who have been against US support for Israel’s military offensive in Gaza

    On Wednesday, more than 100 Congressional staffers staged a walkout.

    Eight Gaza hospitals bombed in three days

    Gaza’s government media office has reported that eight hospitals have been bombed by Israeli forces in the past three days and 18 hospitals are out of service since October 7.

    The premises of al-Shifa Hospital and al-Nasr Hospital were shelled by Israeli artillery cannons.

    “The bombing of hospitals is a war crime according to international humanitarian law, and is criminalised by 16 international agreements and UN resolutions that call for the protection of these health facilities,” the statement read.

    War crimes lawsuit filed by Palestinian groups
    Three renowned human rights organisations operating from the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip have filed a lawsuit with the International Criminal Court (ICC) “calling for it to consider apartheid and genocide in its continuing investigation of the situation in Palestine,” Al Jazeera reports.

    The lawsuit by Al Haq, Al Mezan and the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights remarked that Israel’s actions in Gaza are war crimes, asking that arrest warrants be issued for Israeli officials, including President Herzog, PM Netanyahu and Defence Minister Gallant.

  • 15,000 civilians flee north Gaza in one day as Israeli forces move in: What we know about day 33

    15,000 civilians flee north Gaza in one day as Israeli forces move in: What we know about day 33

    Since Tuesday, Israel has conducted severe air raids across the Gaza Strip, targeting the vicinity of al-Shifa and Indonesian hospitals, as well as Khan Younis, Nuseirat and Jabalia refugee camps.

    15,000 civilians flee north Gaza

    Civilians from northern Gaza have been evacuating in large numbers as Israeli ground forces move into the area while air and artillery strikes continue.

    As of Tuesday, about 15,000 people fled while on Monday and Sunday 5,000 and 2,000 escaped respectively, reported the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.

    Civilians fled in a four-hour period as scheduled daily by the Israeli military. These civilians include children, elderly and people with disabilities.

    Nuseirat refugee camp

    A number of people have been killed as attacks on Nuseirat refugee camp resumed at dawn on Wednesday, Wafa news agency reported.

    Al Jazeera reports that the killed and injured were taken to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital “in the centre of the Gaza Strip as surrounding areas continued to endure another night of intense bombardment”.

    Moreover, people are said to still be trapped under the debris of the attacked residential building.

    Humanitarian convoy targeted

    The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is “deeply troubled” after five trucks and two ICRC vehicles carrying lifesaving medical supplies came under fire on Tuesday.

    According to the statement, the Israeli attack resulted in the damage of two trucks and a driver was wounded.

    “These are not the conditions under which humanitarian personnel can work,” head of the ICRC delegation in Gaza, William Schomburg, said.

    “We are here to bring urgent assistance to civilians in need. Ensuring that vital assistance can reach medical facilities is a legal obligation under international humanitarian law.”

    All bakeries closed

    All bakeries in the north of Gaza have reportedly been shut down because of “lack of fuel, water and wheat flour” and the damage caused by Israeli attacks, the UN has confirmed.

    It has also been revealed that wheat flour is no longer available in the market in the north and additionally, it has been seven days since aid organisations have failed to deliver any food.

    Whereas only nine bakeries are still “intermittently” open in southern Gaza supplying bread to shelters only when flour and fuel are available.

    Credits Al Jazeera

  • PIA cancels more than 25 flights amidst fuel issues 

    PIA cancels more than 25 flights amidst fuel issues 

    In response to a severe fuel crisis, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) took the decision to cancel more than 25 flights on Monday, encompassing both domestic and international routes. 

    Among the affected routes were seven flights originating from Karachi, bound for Lahore, Rahim Yar Khan, and Peshawar. 

    Additionally, six flights from Karachi to Multan, Dubai, and Islamabad, as well as four flights from Islamabad to Dubai, Dammam, Medina, and Jeddah, faced cancellations.

    PIA’s spokesperson revealed that this measure was necessitated by a limited fuel supply from Pakistan State Oil (PSO). 

    According to ARY News, the airline has strategically prioritised its profitable routes amid fuel supply challenges. Notably, PSO resumed a restricted fuel supply to PIA after the assurance of a daily payment of Rs100 million to clear the pending dues.

    Amidst these developments, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar issued directives to accelerate the privatisation process of PIA and other financially struggling state-owned enterprises.

    Insider sources revealed that the financial management of the national airline would be transferred to the Privatisation Commission. 

    This move aims to implement measures to curb losses and enhance the airline’s financial stability. The commission plans to integrate PIA’s financial operations with an updated system, ultimately improving its balance sheet and facilitating the privatisation process. 

    Meanwhile, PIA intends to operate 60 flights on Monday to minimise disruptions for passengers.

  • 11 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza war: union

    11 Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza war: union

    Eleven Palestinian journalists have been killed in the war in Gaza since Israel launched its blistering air campaign on the coastal enclave, the Palestinian journalists’ union said Monday.

    Twenty other journalists have also been injured in the conflict since it erupted on October 7 after Hamas militants carried out a deadly attack on Israel that triggered a devastating war.

  • Did Hamas actually decapitate Israeli children and women? No, they did not.

    Did Hamas actually decapitate Israeli children and women? No, they did not.

    False news has been circulating on social media pertaining to the on-going Israel-Palestine war.

    This wave includes fake or old videos, photos and misleading information reshared across social media platforms.

    The latest fact-check done by various journalists has, once again, unveiled the clear pro-Israeli narrative of various news platforms across the globe — including renowned names like BBC and The Independent.

    Without any proof, it had been reported that Israeli women and children have been beheaded by Hamas’ armed wing, the Qassam Brigades.

    Anadolu Agency reached out to the Israeli spokesperson on Tuesday who stated that the Israeli army has no information confirming allegations that “Hamas beheaded babies.”

    “We have seen the news, but we do not have any details or confirmation about that,” she added.

    Hamas has asserted that it “does not target children,” stating that the Western media should be factual and “not blindly side with the Zionist narrative, which is full of lies and slander”.

    In a statement, it said the resistance and Al-Qassam Brigades targeted the “Zionist military and security system”.

    “We … categorically affirm the falsehood of the fabricated allegations promoted by some Western media outlets, which unprofessionally adopt the Zionist narrative full of lies and slander against our Palestinian people and their resistance, the latest of which was the claim of killing children, beheading them, and targeting civilians.”

    Journalists also busted the disinformation on social media, criticising reporters and news agencies for their lack of research and open biasness. 

  • Big blow for Pakistan: Javelin hero Arshad Nadeem withdraws from Asian Games

    Big blow for Pakistan: Javelin hero Arshad Nadeem withdraws from Asian Games

    Pakistan’s medal hopes at the Asian Games have been dealt a blow, with javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem pulling out of the tournament due to injury.

    Arshad Nadeem was scheduled to participate in the javelin throw events tomorrow, hoping for a medal for Pakistan in the Asian Games.

    However, according to the Chief de Mission Pakistan Asian Games, Arshad Nadeem is suffering from knee injury, he complained of pain after reaching Hangzhou, China.

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    They have said that Arshad Nadeem was in pain since the World Championship. He underwent an MRI on October 2, which confirmed the injury. According to the Chief de Mission, Arshad Nadeem has decided to withdraw from the Asian Games keeping in mind the preparations for the Paris Olympics starting from July 26, 2024.

  • ‘They barged in like goons’; Indian journalists raided by Dehli police

    ‘They barged in like goons’; Indian journalists raided by Dehli police

    Indian journalists linked with Newsclick have been raided by Delhi Police on Tuesday morning in an alleged connection with an investigation into the news website’s funding.

    The raids are linked with a case registered on August 17 under provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Sections 153A (promoting enmity between different groups) and 120B (punishment for criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code.

    Reportedly so far, the raided include editor Prabir Purkayastha; and journalists Abhisar Sharma, Aunindyo Chakravarty, Bhasha Singh, Sumedha Pal, Aritry Das and satirist Sanjay Rajaura.

    Apart from the editorial desk, the police have also conducted a raid on other staffers and even contributors.

    Journalists took to X (formerly Twitter), posting that their electronic devices have been taken away.

    Scroll.in spoke with Sanjay Rajaura’s friend who was present at Delhi’s Lodhi Colony police station. He explained that the authorities broke into Rajaura’s house around 6.30 am. “They barged in like goons and confiscated Sanjay’s phone, laptop and some CDs,” he said. “They did not provide us with any warrant or FIR copy. They only said that they want to investigate all those linked to the Newsclick investigation.”

    Newsclick’s office in Delhi is also reportedly under investigation.

    Fellow journalists respond on X (formerly Twitter)

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