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  • PTI says The Economist article was not written by Artificial Intelligence

    PTI says The Economist article was not written by Artificial Intelligence

    Update: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has just recently posted the clarification on the official X account stating that “the said piece has been authored by the PTI Chairman-for-life, Imran Khan, vindictively incarcerated at Central Jail, Rawalpindi. In no way, this has been compiled through the use of artificial means including artificial intelligence.”

    Founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan held an informal conversation with reporters in the courtroom at Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi, talking about the article that appeared under his name in The Economist, creating an uproar. “I take full responsibility for the article published in The Economist recently,” he said. However, he admitted that he himself had not written the piece, confessing that it was “dictated”.

    Embattled PTI founder and former prime minister Imran Khan made a surprising claim, saying that an essay recently published by The Economist under his name was actually “AI-generated”, reports Dawn.

    According to Geo’s Khalid Iqbal, Mr. Khan also shared that “next week” his party will share another of his fresh speeches on social media.


    When the Geo News reporter asked the former Prime Minister whether the speech would be audio or a video, Khan replied, “Today is the era of Artificial Intelligence.”


    To a question about elections, the PTI founder said nationwide polls should be held in the country on time, though the process of participation had been made very difficult for his party. He stressed that elections must be held in any case.


    “Elections are very important for the country’s economy and political stability.”


    “It has been made difficult for us to contest the elections, yet the elections should be held on time,” he added.


    Talking about the incidents of May 9, Khan called it a conspiracy against him and his party PTI.

    The former Prime Minister said: “These people are conducting an inquiry against me regarding the May 9 incidents. May 9 is a conspiracy against us. Who stole the CCTV footage of my arrest from the Islamabad High Court, the attack on GHQ and Corps Commander’s House? Find the CCTV footage thieves, and all will be revealed.”


    “It is a conspiracy to trap me; it’s a conspiracy against the PTI,” said the PTI founder.


    The caretaker governments in the federal capital and Punjab have claimed that The Economist piece was a “ghost article”.


    Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi said that Adiala Jail comes under the Punjab government’s jurisdiction, so, the provincial government must be investigating.


    Saying that he believes the piece was a “ghost article”, the caretaker minister added that, “The federal government will approach The Economist and write [to] them that if Imran Khan sends an article/letter following due process and the jail manual then it is publishable. But according to my information, he hasn’t written any such article, and the foreign publication has misled its readers. We are working on it and will soon write a letter to The Economist.”

    In a recent post, he criticised the statement of Imran Khan of living in the age of Artificial Intelligence by saying that this should not be allowed to run amok.

    Journalist Gharidhah Farooqi posted on X that now that Imran Khan himself has admitted he did not write the article but AI did for him; A- It’s proven the article is in-fact “ghost writing”, B- being a journalist I’d like to know what a leading and reputable publication as The Economist say about publishing an article which is not the real work/writing of a political leader, the ethical and legal standards behind publishing such a piece of writing.

    Journalist Noreen Shams questioned the veracity of the fact generated by a machine.

    Omar Qureshi asked the question if The Economist has started accepting AI-generated articles.

  • Usman Dar’s mother Rehana Dar cleared for contesting Sialkot elections

    Usman Dar’s mother Rehana Dar cleared for contesting Sialkot elections

    The mother of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Usman Dar, Rehana Imtiaz Dar, will take part in the upcoming election against Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Khawaja Asif from NA-71 Sialkot-2, after an election tribunal approved her nomination papers on Tuesday.

    She will contest for a National Assembly (NA) seat in the upcoming general elections, set to take place on February 8, 2024. Her papers were earlier rejected by the returning officer (RO) on grounds of grabbing 40-marla land by forgery.

    The election tribunal, however, heard her appeal against the decision and annulled the RO’s decision, after which her papers were cleared.

    However, the nomination papers of Dar’s sister-in-law, Ruba Dar, wife of his brother Umer Dar, were rejected from the same constituency.

    In December 2023, Usman Dar said that he will strongly support his mother in the upcoming polls.

  • ‘Ceasefire Now’; Joe Biden’s speech interrupted by pro-Palestinian protestors

    ‘Ceasefire Now’; Joe Biden’s speech interrupted by pro-Palestinian protestors

    American President Joe Biden’s speech at a church in South Carolina was interrupted by chants of “Ceasefire Now” by supporters of the Palestinian cause. The president was there as part of the presidential campaign to woo black voters. This is the same church where a white supremacist shot nine black people in 2015.

    As he was talking about the horrific incident, one protestor got up and said, “If you really care about the lives lost here, then you should honour lives lost and call for a ceasefire in Palestine.” She was then joined by others saying, “Ceasefire Now”. One of them was seen shouting “Blood on your hands” to Biden.

    The President was seen calming the charged crowd by raising a hand and saying, “That’s alright”. As security personnel removed the protesters from the church, he said: “I understand their passion, and I’ve been quietly working, quietly working with the Israeli government to get them to reduce and significantly get out of Gaza.”

    According to the Gaza health ministry, more than 23,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since October 7.

    Biden faced the same situation previously at a human rights’ dinner in Washington DC where pretended to not listen.

  • Two people arrested for trying to break into Salman Khan’s farmhouse

    Two people arrested for trying to break into Salman Khan’s farmhouse

    Police in India have arrested two individuals who attempted to enter the farmhouse of Bollywood megastar Salman Khan.


    According to reports carried by Indian media outlets, a police officer said that guards at the farmhouse apprehended two individuals last week as they were trying to enter the premises. Both men provided false names and addresses.


    The incident took place on January 4 in the city of Panvel, Maharashtra, where the actor owns a large farmhouse.
    Indian authorities state that the men have been arrested, and a case has been filed against them. The individuals have been identified as Ajesh Kumar and Guru Sevak Singh, both hailing from Punjab.


    According to police, both suspects claimed to work as carpenters and furniture makers, expressing a desire to meet the actor, which led them to attempt entry into the private property.


    Police have charged both suspects with trespassing and forgery, considering their attempts to deceive and providing false information.

    Last year, Salman Khan was threatened through a Facebook post, after which police has tightened his security

  • Why is Maldives trending on Twitter?

    Why is Maldives trending on Twitter?

    Social media is a big source of arguments, being the quickest source to share information worldwide. A single picture, especially if posted by someone important, can cause chaos between countries.

    Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, posted about his recent trip to Lakshadweep on X (former Twitter).

    “In addition to the scenic beauty, Lakshadweep’s tranquility is also mesmerising. It gave me an opportunity to reflect on how to work even harder for the welfare of 140 crore Indians,” the caption read.

    Social media erupted with calls for boycott of Maldives tours after Maldivian politician Zahid Rameez made objectionable remarks regarding Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep.

    The incident led to the trending of the hashtag #BoycottMaldives on X in India.

    The controversy unfolded when Rameez, a member of the Progressive Party, responded to a claim suggesting that PM Modi’s visit was a setback for the Maldives and would boost tourism in Lakshadweep.

    Rameez mocked Indians, stating that competing with the Maldives for tourism was “delusional.” He questioned how India could match the level of service and cleanliness offered by the island nation, adding that the permanent smell in Indian rooms would be a significant drawback.

    Rameez’s remarks ignited a heated exchange on the microblogging site, with many users sharply criticizing him.

    Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Youth Empowerment Maldives, Abdulla Mahzoom Majid, also criticised Modi and said, “While I wish success for India’s tourism, targeting the Maldives so explicitly isn’t diplomatic. India faces significant challenges competing in beach tourism, considering our resort infrastructure exceeds their total islands. Plus this is your culture @narendramodi.”

    Subsequently, the hashtag #BoycottMaldives gained traction on social media, with influencers joining the call for a boycott.

    Adding fuel to the fire, Maldivian minister Mariyam Shiuna also made derogatory comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a now-deleted post, further fueling the outrage.

    Former President Nasheed urged the Maldivian government to distance itself from the offensive comments made by Shiuna and provide clear assurance to India that they do not reflect official government policy.

    “What appalling language by Maldives Government official @shiuna_m towards the leader of a key ally, that is instrumental for Maldives’ security and prosperity. @MMuizzu gov must distance itself from these comments and give clear assurance to India they do not reflect gov policy.”

    In response to the growing calls for a boycott, several Indian celebrities, including Akshay Kumar and Sachin Tendulkar, took to social media.

    They promoted the hashtag ‘#ExploreIndianIslands,’ encouraging fellow citizens to support domestic tourism.

    Former Indian cricketer Akash Chopra urged Indians to choose wisely in light of the political tensions, emphasizing the importance of national dignity.

    Minister of Foreign Affairs of Maldives, Moosa Zameer, said, “The recent remarks against foreign leaders and our close neighbours are unacceptable and do not reflect the official position of the Government of #Maldives. We remain committed to fostering a positive and constructive dialogue with all our partners, especially our neighbours, based on mutual respect and understanding.”

    As the controversy continues to unfold, diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives face a test, with the tourism industry caught in the crossfire of political tensions.

  • Accountability court freezes bank accounts of Malik Riaz, PTI leaders in £190 million case

    Accountability court freezes bank accounts of Malik Riaz, PTI leaders in £190 million case

    An accountability court in Islamabad ordered on Tuesday that the bank accounts of property tycoon Malik Riaz and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Shahzad Akbar, Zulfi Bukhari, and Farah Gogi, be frozen in relation to the £190 million case.


    The Accountability Court has ordered to freeze the assets and bank accounts of six suspects in the said case.

    The accountability court has also ordered the seizure of vehicles registered in the name of the suspects , while also issuing permanent arrest warrants after declaring them absconders.

    On December 1, 2023, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) filed a reference against PTI founder Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi, and others in the case of £190 million National Crime Agency (NCA), the UK.

    The reference from NAB, Rawalpindi, alleges that the accused individuals, in collaboration with each other, have engaged in acts of corruption and corrupt practices, as outlined and punishable under the National Accountability Ordinance (NAO) of 1999.

  • Rawalpindi police arrest Imran Khan in GHQ attack case

    Rawalpindi police arrest Imran Khan in GHQ attack case

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the GHQ attack case pertaining to May 9 riots.

    The former prime minister was summoned by an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday in connection with the GHQ attack case. Khan is already behind bars in cipher and graft cases.

    However, Imran Khan attended the hearing via video link, as he could not be produced in court by Adiala jail police.

    During the hearing, police officials asked for the custody in May 9 cases, but ATC Judge Malik Aijaz Asif declined the request.

    The ATC judge instructed the police to investigate the PTI founder in Adila jail.

    The development occurred days after the arrest of PTI’s senior leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi in the May 9 case after getting bail in cipher case from the Supreme Court (SC).

    Earlier, a local court in Rawalpindi approved Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s 14-day remand in connection with May 9 cases and sent him to Adiala jail.

  • Curious About Feroze Khan and this Bollywood star’s story?

    Curious About Feroze Khan and this Bollywood star’s story?

    Popular Pakistani actor Feroze Khan, who faced controversy over domestic violence allegations last year, has exciting news for his fans. He recently announced the launch of a new feature film on Instagram, sharing a photo and video alongside Indian actress and model Gathika Tiwari.

    In the caption, Feroze revealed that Tiwari will be starring alongside him in the upcoming film. The film will be directed by Zulfikar Ali, while Asad Mumtaz will be the DPO. Feroze also tagged Bilal Qureshi as the executive producer of the project.


    Feroze is trying to leave the controversies of the past behind him. He recently shared a video offering fans a sneak peek into the shooting of his new project. The actor is currently finishing ‘Lak Lag Gayi’ in London, and fans can catch him in the drama serial Khumar with actress Neelam Munir.

  • Girl commits suicide from coffee shop’s top floor in Lahore

    Girl commits suicide from coffee shop’s top floor in Lahore

    TW: A young girl jumped from the top floor of a coffee shop in Defence, Lahore, in what is being said was an attempt at committing suicide.

    A report filed by ARY News has said that police officials revealed that the girl fell on the roof of a parked car outside the coffee shop. Rescue officials shifted the girl to the nearest hospital in critical condition.

    According to Propergaanda, The tragic incident took place in The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf of Defence-B area of Lahore. The girl was identified as Esha Jamshaid. According to the police, Esha’s parents stated that she was under mental stress and was on medication when she went to the café with a friend on Monday.

    The video of the girl jumping off the roof has gone viral, prompting people to think about the very pertinent issue of mental health.
    A user wrote, “Psychological issues are main cause of such acts , may Allah create ease for everyone”.

  • Former Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar Finally Speaks Up

    Former Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar Finally Speaks Up

    Former Chief Minister Punjab and Imran Khan’s ‘Wasim Akram Plus’ has finally broken his silence after leaving Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI).

    In a recent media interview on Monday, the mild-mannered Buzdar emphasized the need for all political parties to come together for the betterment and stability of the country.

    When asked why he isn’t targeted as other PTI members are, Buzdar stated, “For the past two years, I have been dealing with legal matters in courts. I hope that challenging times will soon come to an end, issues will be resolved, and Pakistan will move forward towards progress and development.”

    He also said that he has never talked ill about anyone and never will.

    When asked about his stance on PTI, Buzdar refrained from commenting, stating that everything is in the hands of the people, and the public is the ultimate judge.

    He advised PTI to sit together with others and talk for the progress of country.

    Responding to questions about his competence, Buzdar expressed confidence that the people of the province can vouch for his sincerity and dedicated service to the region. He added, “People are the best judges, and they will vote for whoever they believe is better suited for the job.”

    Buzdar stressed the importance of political parties setting aside differences and working collaboratively for the greater good of the country.

    He emphasized the need for unity and collaboration to contribute to the improvement of Pakistan.

    He sent well wishes to his former party and disclosed that he has joined hands with the head of the Muslim League Zia, Iijaz-ul-Haq.

    A joint press conference was held where Iijaz-ul-Haq said, “I believe that elections will take place on February 8. Usman Buzdar, Yar Muhammad Rind, Amin Aslam, and 25 others are with us. We have support from various regions, including Peshawar, Sialkot, Khanewal, Sargodha, and Rajanpur. We are in contact with more parties, and they will soon be invited to join. We are forming an alliance in the name of National Unity to eliminate polarization.”