Pakistan vs England Test series’ tickets to go on sale today

LAHORE: The tickets for the three-match Test series between Pakistan and England will go on sale online today from 17:00 PST at PCB.tcs.com.pk, ARY News reported quoting PCB.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board’s official announcement, the physical tickets will be available to purchase from different outlets from 4 October after 0900am.

The series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25, with the first and second Test matches to be played at the Multan Cricket Stadium (MCS) from 7 to 19 October. The third Test match will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (RCS) from 24 to 28 October.

Also, box offices outside match venues (MCS and RCS) will be operational a day prior to the Test matches.

To encourage fans to come in large numbers, the entrance to the General enclosures (Hanif Muhammad and Mushtaq Ahmed) will be free on opening day of both Test matches in Multan.

Additionally, entry to the premium enclosures (Miran Baksh, Shoaib Akhtar, Sohail Tanvir and Yasir Arafat) will be free for the first day of the Rawalpindi Test as well.

READ: PCB makes changes to Pakistan squad for first England Test

For the first Test, from Tuesday to Thursday (Day 2, 3 and 4), General enclosure tickets will be priced at PKR 50, while the fans can buy Hanif Muhammad and Mushtaq Ahmed enclosures tickets for PKR 100 on the fifth and final day.

For First-class enclosures (Wasim Akram and Elahi Brothers), tickets will be available at PKR 100 for four days of the first Test, while the tickets will cost PKR 200 for fans witnessing the action on the fifth day.

For Premium enclosures (Javed Miandad and Zaheer Abbas), tickets will be available for PKR 200 each from Monday to Thursday (Day 1, 2,3 and 4), while fans can witness fifth day’s action from the same enclosures for PKR 300.

VIP Enclosures (Fazal Mahmood and Imran Khan) and PCB Gallery (Inzamam ul Haq) tickets will be available for fans for PKR 300 and PKR 2,000, respectively for first four days of the first Test match. On the fifth day, VIP enclosures tickets will be available at PKR 400 and PCB Gallery (Inzamam ul Haq enclosure) tickets will be available at PKR 2,500. PCB Gallery ticket includes lunch as well.

For the second Test match to be played from 15 to 19 October at the same venue, tickets of general enclosures for Wednesday and Thursday (Day 2 and 3), will be available at PKR 50, while general enclosures tickets for the fourth and fifth day’s play will be available at PKR 100.

For first-class and premium enclosures, fans can purchase tickets at PKR 100 and PKR 200, respectively for first three days of the Test match. For fourth and fifth day’s action, tickets of first-class and premium enclosures will be accessible to fans at PKR 200 and PKR 300, respectively.

For fans willing to watch action from VIP enclosures and PCB Gallery can get tickets for PKR 300 and PKR 2,000, respectively for the first three days of the Test, while for both places, tickets on Friday and Saturday (Day 4 and 5), will be available at PKR 400 and PKR 2,500, respectively.

For the third Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, entry to premium enclosures (Miran Baksh, Shoaib Akhtar, Sohail Tanvir and Yasir Arafat) will be free on the opening day. For the second day, the tickets of the premium enclosures will be available at PKR 200, while for the remaining days of the third Test, the premium enclosures tickets will be available to fans at PKR 300. VIP enclosures (Imran Khan and Javed Miandad) tickets will cost PKR 400 for the first two days and PKR 500 for the remaining days.

The seats at the PCB Gallery, which includes lunch as well, will be available at PKR 2,000 for action on Thursday and Friday (Day 1 and 2), while on the remaining days of the Test match, fans can purchase gallery tickets for PKR 2,500.

Pakistan squad:

Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Naseem Shah, Noman Ali, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper), and Shaheen Shah Afridi.

England Men’s Test Squad:

Ben Stokes (c), Rehan Ahmed, Gus Atkinson, Shoaib Bashir, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Jordan Cox, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jack Leach, Ollie Pope, Matthew Potts, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Olly Stone and Chris Woakes.

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Registration under ‘Punjab Honahar Merit Scholarship’ programme begins

The registration under ‘Punjab Honahar Merit Scholarship’ programme began across the province on Monday.

Under this program, 30,000 students will be awarded scholarships annually across 68 disciplines. Students from 50 public sector universities, 16 medical colleges, and 131 graduate colleges will receive these scholarships.

A total of 130 billion rupees in scholarships will be provided over the next four years through the ‘Punjab Honahar Merit Scholarship’ programme. This will benefit 120,000 students during the period.

In July, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif approved the ‘Punjab Honahar Merit Scholarship’ programme and directed the authorities concerned to increase the number of scholarships.

Read more: CM Maryam distributes e-bikes among students

Chairing a special meeting of the Higher Education Department here on Saturday, the CM said that 100 per cent fees of students doing BS from government and eight selected private universities would be paid from the scholarship.

Maryam emphasized the need to provide necessary support to the private sector to promote higher education. Private sector’s participation would provide opportunities for higher education to the youth of remote areas, she said.

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حسن نصر اللہ: عسکریت پسند عالم جنھوں نے حزب اللہ کو لبنان کی فوج سے بھی زیادہ طاقتور بنایا

اسرائیلی فوج کا کہنا ہے کہ بیروت میں فضائی کارروائی کے دوران عسکریت پسند تنظیم حزب اللہ کے سربراہ حسن نصراللہ کو ہلاک کر دیا گیا ہے۔

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Karachi reports three more suspected monkeypox cases

KARACHI: Three passengers arriving from Saudi Arabia have shown symptoms of monkeypox during medical screening, ARY News reported on Sunday, quoting Karachi airport sources.

According to details, the passengers upon arrival from Saudi Arabia were screened, during which signs of monkeypox were detected.

The passengers have been transferred to the Sindh Government Hospital located in NIPA area for further evaluation and care.

Airport authorities have disinfected the immigration area and walkways with spray as a precautionary measure, the sources added.

Read more: Pakistan reports fifth case of Monkeypox

Monkeypox is a viral disease caused by the Mpox virus. Although the natural reservoir of the virus remains unidentified, African rodents and non-human primates (such as monkeys) are suspected to harbor the virus and transmit it to humans.

The disease typically manifests with a rash that appears 1 to 3 days following the onset of fever, starting on the face and then spreading to other areas of the body. The rash progresses through several stages: macules, papules, vesicles, pustules, and scabs.

Additional symptoms may include headache, muscle aches, exhaustion, and swollen lymph nodes. The incubation period generally ranges from 7 to 14 days but can vary between 5 and 21 days. The illness usually lasts between 2 and 4 weeks.

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Indonesia landslide death toll revised down to 11: official

The death toll in a landslide at an illegal mine in Indonesia has been revised down to 11, with miscounting linked to the remote location, a local disaster agency official said Saturday.

The landslide hit a remote site in West Sumatra province on Sumatra island Thursday evening after heavy rains in the area, with rescue workers struggling to locate the dead and injured.

Search efforts were being hindered by the remote location, with rescuers including police officers, soldiers and civilians having to walk for hours from the nearest village to reach the area.

“The number declined, from 15 people dead to 11,” Irwan Effendy, disaster agency official in West Sumatra’s Solok district, told AFP.

No-one remains missing, Irwan said a day after officials reported 25 people unaccounted for.

“Due to the remote location of the landslide, which requires a 4-6 hour walk, and the lack of communication networks, there was a mismatched number of victims.”

He told AFP that 13 people were also found injured after the landslide at an “illegal” mine.

Unlicensed mines are common across the mineral-rich Southeast Asian archipelago, where abandoned sites attract locals who hunt for leftover gold ore without proper safety equipment.

Indonesia is prone to landslides during the rainy season, typically between November and April, but some disasters caused by adverse weather have taken place outside that season in recent years.

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Kate Winslet melds into a model turned war photographer in ‘Lee’

Kate Winslet felt a deep connection to her role as the real-life World War Two photographer Elizabeth ‘Lee’ Miller in the film ‘Lee’.

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“I found a lot of parallels between myself and her, I think in terms of the determination that she had and in terms of the ability she had to keep going and not taking no for an answer,” said Kate Winslet, who co-produced the film.

The ‘Titanic’ actor recalled a time during the development of the film when she was sitting at her kitchen table crying as she wondered whether she was capable of portraying Miller in the film.

However, each moment of doubt became an opportunity for her to feel even closer to the photojournalist.

 

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“I would think to myself, ‘OK, what would Lee do?,’” she added during a Zoom interview.

After many years of development for the British biographical drama film directed by Ellen Kuras, ‘Lee’ will arrive in theatres on Friday, distributed by Roadside Attractions.

Miller was an American model in New York who traded posing in front of the camera for taking photos of the war for Vogue magazine.

She covered the Blitz, the 1940s German bombing campaign against the United Kingdom, nurses at an army base in Oxford, and even one of the first depictions of the military using napalm.

Her images of the war and the aftermath of the concentration camps, and being a boundary-breaking female war correspondent eventually solidified Miller’s place in history after the photojournalist’s work resurfaced after being forgotten for some time.

Winslet said that if it wasn’t for Miller’s son, Antony Penrose, most people wouldn’t know about the late photographer’s work.

Also Read: Kate Winslet recalls being body-shamed after ‘Titanic’

“He went into the attic of Farleys House, where she lived and died, and found 60,000 negatives and prints that she had put into old Heinz baked beans and Daz cardboard boxes that she had stashed in the attic just in an effort to forget,” she said.

“Like so many people after the war who had trauma, they just wanted to put it away and never talk about it,” she added.

Miller’s son wrote a biography titled ‘The Lives of Lee Miller’ in 1985, on which ‘Lee’ is based.

“In the moments when I would think, ‘Oh, my God, I can’t do it,’ I would think, ‘I’ve got to do it for Tony, OK. I just got to keep going and doing it for Tony,'” Winslet said.

“He has this film made in his lifetime, and he’s 78 now and I’ve done it. So, I feel so happy for him, and I do feel very proud of myself,” she added.

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PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s complete solidarity with Palestinians

NEW YORK: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday strongly condemning the ongoing atrocities by the Israeli forces against the Palestinian people, called upon the international community to forge unity and demand an immediate ceasefire and the creation of the State of Palestine.

“The time has come when we all must come together and demand an immediate ceasefire and the creation of the State of Palestine as without that peace will not return in this part of the world. If this is allowed to linger on, then God forbids, things will become very very tense,” the prime minister told the reporters along with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas after they held a meeting, on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The prime minister said he visited the Palestinian president to show Pakistan’s complete solidarity with the people of Palestine and reiterated the condemnation of the atrocities and genocide being committed by Israel in Gaza, killing young boys, girls, babies, men and women.

“I am here to convey the feelings of the people of Pakistan that our hearts beat together. We strongly condemn this barbaric act. During the last one year, 41000 Palestinian people have been martyred. Cities after cities, towns, villages, hospitals, schools and infrastructure have been razed to the ground. This kind of barbarism hasn’t been witnessed not only in the recent past but since ages,” the prime minister remarked

He said that the sacrifices, patience and bravery of the people of Palestine would not go to waste but rather would result in the creation of the State of Palestine.

In his remarks, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said even since before 1948, Pakistan’s position on Palestine had been unchanged as the country had extended the maximum possible support to the people of Palestine.

He said Pakistan’s support was not just limited to the students rather it maintained its pro-Palestine position in the international forums.

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Haier Spreading Happiness and Changing Lives at SOS Village

As part of Haier ongoing commitment to social responsibility and community development, Haier recently organized a heartwarming day of activities for the children of SOS Village. This CSR initiative was designed not only to bring smiles to the faces of the children but also to foster creativity, environmental awareness, and a sense of belonging. The event reflected Haier’s dedication to giving back to society and creating a positive, lasting impact on future generations.

A Day of Fun, Learning, and Inspiration

The day kicked off with an exclusive visit to Haier’s factory, where the children got a behind-the-scenes look at how innovative home appliances are manufactured. The tour gave them a chance to witness modern technology in action, sparking their curiosity and inspiring dreams for the future. The experience helped them understand how everyday appliances are made, fostering an interest in technology and industry.

Following the factory tour, the children participated in an art competition, where their creativity knew no bounds. Armed with colors and brushes, they expressed their imaginations on canvas, showcasing vibrant pieces of art filled with hope, joy, and aspiration. Later, everyone gathered for a wholesome and delightful lunch, where the children had the opportunity to share stories, laughter, and conversation with the Haier team.

Planting Hope for a Greener Future

The day’s activities continued with a plantation drive, where the children joined hands with Haier volunteers to plant around the SOS Village grounds. Haier raising awareness about environmental conservation and the importance of taking small steps toward a greener, healthier planet. The plantation activity also symbolized growth, both in nature and in the children’s lives, as they nurtured these plants to maturity.

Thoughtful Gifts and Memorable Moments

Haier ensured that each child went home with a smile by handing out special gift hampers. These hampers, filled with fun, chocolates treats, and useful items, were a gesture of Haier’s appreciation for the children’s participation and a reminder that they are valued and supported. To add an extra element of joy, a round of musical chairs brought out the competitive spirit in everyone, filling the air with laughter and excitement. The children, along with the Haier team, enjoyed the friendly games, making the day even more memorable.

Building a Brighter Tomorrow

Haier’s CSR initiative with SOS Village was more than just a day of activities, it was a day dedicated to building brighter futures, fostering creativity, and instilling values of environmental responsibility. The event allowed the children to engage in fun and educational experiences while showing them that companies like Haier care about their well-being and future. Haier once again demonstrated its commitment to being a socially responsible brand, contributing to positive societal change and creating meaningful connections with the communities it serves.

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SHC reprimands PTA lawyer over X ban lifting statement

KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) reprimanded Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) lawyer during a hearing of a plea against the ban on social media platform X.

At the outset of the hearing, Chief Justice of Sindh High Court posed a critical question to the PTA’s lawyer: “Who instructed you to make a statement about lifting the ban on Twitter?”

The PTA lawyer responded by stating that an affidavit had been submitted in court. However, the Chief Justice further inquired, “Who gave the directive to withdraw the notification regarding X’s ban?”

The lawyer for the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) explained that the instructions were issued due to a misunderstanding. The SHC, visibly surprised, questioned, “What was the misunderstanding? After hearing Moiz Jafri’s arguments, the notification was suddenly withdrawn.”

Read more: X banned over failure to adhere to Pakistan’s ‘lawful directives’, IHC told

The court reprimanded the PTA counsel, stating, “You are a lawyer; you cannot make such mistakes.” The PTA’s lawyer defended his actions by saying, “As soon as the mistake was realized, a request was immediately filed.”

Earlier, PTA requested the SHC to set aside or modify its September 12 order, which was issued during a hearing on a petition filed against the suspension of X in Pakistan.

According to the court’s written order, one of PTA’s counsels repeatedly stated during a recent hearing that the Federal Ministry of Interior had withdrawn its February 17 notification regarding the blocking of X in Pakistan.

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DPO Bannu dismisses 11 cops from services over protests

BANNU: The District Police Officer (DPO) Bannu has dismissed 11 officers from service for their continuous protests against the arrest of a former colleague.

As per details, the decision follows a formal notice issued to the control room regarding the protesting policemen.

The dismissed officers had also refused to take part in the polio vaccination campaign set to commence today in protest of arrest of their former colleague.

Among those dismissed are Head Constable Sher Aslam, Head Constable Mir Zaman, and Zaheenullah, along with Fareedullah, Tauseefullah, and Hazratullah.

Additionally, M. Qayyaz, Bakhtiar, Farmanullah, and Anwar Ali are also included in the list of those removed from duty.

Read more: Peshawar: Traffic cops suspended for issuing challan to PTI MPA

On June 8, the City Police Officer (CTO) Peshawar suspended two traffic wardens for issuing a challan to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MPA Sher Ali Afridi.

The traffic wardens reportedly imposed a fine of Rs500 on the MPA for violating traffic laws.

MPA Sher Ali Afridi had lodged a complaint to the CTO about traffic wardens over issuing him a challan ticket.

“My brother told the wardens that I am an MPA but the wardens uttered some inappropriate words,” said PTI MPA Afridi in his complaint.

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MDCAT test being held across Pakistan under strict security

Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MD CAT) is underway across Pakistan under the supervision of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).

In Sindh, six examination centers have been set up across the province.

Sindh Home Department also mobilized to prevent cheating in MDCAT test and for the purpose Section 144 has been imposed around the examination centers.

According to notification issued by Home Department, students appearing for the examination will be prohibited from carrying mobile phones, wallets and any kind of electronic items.

Mobile phone signals will also be blocked in the exam centers after the decision to install jammers.

And in this regard, instructions were issued by Sindh Home Department.

In Punjab, 82,500 aspiring medical students are sitting for the MD CAT exam in 26 centers spread across 12 districts, including 8 centers in Lahore.

Test centers have been established in Bahawalpur, DG Khan, Sahiwal, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Gujarat, and Rahim Yar Khan.

Mobile and internet services within a 500-meter radius of the examination centers is suspended from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm to ensure the smooth conduct of the test.

Read more: MDCAT 2023: SHC issues notice to Dow University over ‘paper leak’

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz extended her best wishes to the MD CAT candidates, expressing confidence in their success, saying, and “Hard work never goes in vain. Inshallah, you will be successful.” She also emphasized that every effort is being made to ensure candidates do not face any difficulties during the exam.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over 42,300 candidates are participating, with the test being held across 13 centers in the province, including 6 in Peshawar. Khyber Medical University has been entrusted with overseeing the examination process in the region.

Each examination center in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be under the watch of a Senior Superintendent of Police (SP) and an Assistant Commissioner to ensure smooth proceedings.

Section 144 has been imposed around all test centers, prohibiting any gatherings in the vicinity.

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KP CM Gandapur’s non-bailable arrest warrants issued

ISLAMABAD: An Anti-Terrorism Court in Islamabad has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister (CM) Ali Amin Gandapur in a case registered at Police Station I-9 under terrorism sections, ARY News reported.

As per details, the court rejected Gandapur’s pre-arrest bail application and ordered him to appear before the court at 10 am.

Gandapur’s lawyer, Raja Zuhor Hasan, appeared in court and requested an exemption from his appearance, which the court denied.

The prosecutor argued that Gandapur had consistently violated the law, and the court took notice of his conduct.

Additionally, non-bailable arrest warrants were also issued for PTI leaders Wasiq Qayyum Abbasi, Raja Rashid Hafeez, and Amir Mehmood Kiani.

Earlier, a Session Court in Islamabad issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister (CM) Ali Amin Gandapur in arms and liquor recovery case, ARY News reported.

At the outset of the hearing, the court rejected Gandapur’s plea for exemption from appearance on medical grounds.

The session court Judge Shaista Khan Kundi heard the case and ordered the SHO of Bhara Kahu police station to arrest Gandapur and present him before the court tomorrow.

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LHC orders release of PTI AJK lawmaker

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ordered the release of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) AJK lawmaker Ghulam Mohiuddin, ARY News reported.

As per details, the Lahore High Court declared the PTI AJK leader’s detention null and void.

During the hearing, Justice Asjad Javed Ghural asked the Punjab government’s lawyer about the grounds for detention, to which the lawyer replied that the request is fixed for hearing.

The court expressed displeasure over the Punjab government’s response and ordered the release of Ghulam Mohiuddin.

The court heard the petition filed by Ghulam Mohiuddin’s wife and ordered the release of her husband.

READ: PTI’s arrested MNAs released from sub-jail

Earlier, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Members National Assembly (MNAs) were released from sub-jail after a judicial magistrate issued their release orders.

Sher Afzal Marwat, Sheikh Waqas Akram, Shah Ahad, Naseem Shah, and Owais Ahmed Chatta were released from parliament lodges, that was declared as sub-jail for detention of the arrested PTI lawamkers.

Several PTI MNAs including party chairman Barrister Gohar were arrested by Islamabad police following ‘approval’ from NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq.

Barrister Gohar, Sher Afzal Marwat were arrested outside while Zain Qureshi and Sheikh Waqas Akram were taken into custody from inside the Parliament House.

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Lawyers in talks with govt over Constitutional Court: SCBA

ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Shahzad Shaukat has said that the talks ongoing with government over the Constitutional Court, ARY News reported on Thursday.

President SCBA said that the lawyers shall send their suggestions to the Supreme Court Bar for talks, “We will hold talks with government over their suggestions”.

He said any constitutional decision without consultation with lawyers will be deemed ‘mere consultation’.

“The bar councils across Pakistan used to demand for the constitutional court, our talks are going on with the government over the issue,” Shahzad Shaukat said.

He said the law minister has heard our stance with patience and lawyers have been satisfied with his assurance.

SCBA President said that the lawyers have formed a committee, “We will jointly give better constitutional proposals over the issue”.

Earlier, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said that bar councils were stakeholders, and they would be taken into confidence.

Azam Nazeer Tarar said he would hold a press conference along with bar councils’ representatives.

The decision was made to interact with the bar associations in the wake of lawyers’ bodies’ opposition to the proposed constitutional amendment.

The incumbent coalition government is all set to present a constitutional bill that aims to introduce reforms in judiciary including setting up a constitutional court.

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Sonakshi Sinha reveals her mother’s reaction to wedding with Zaheer Iqbal

Bollywood diva Sonakshi Sinha revealed what her parents’ reaction was to her interfaith marriage with fellow actor Zaheer Iqbal.

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In a new interview with an Indian media outlet, Sinha disclosed that her whole family was well aware of her years-long relationship with co-star Zaheer Iqbal, and were all quite supportive of her decision to marry him, irrespective of their religions.

“All friends and family knew about our relationship for years,” she told the publication.

Speaking about her parents’ reaction, Sinha added, “My dad was very happy. He said, ‘Jab miya biwi raazi toh kya karega kaazi (If the couple is ready to get married, who can stop them)?'”

 

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“My mom knew him well. She herself had a love marriage, so she understands,” concluded the ‘Dabangg’ star.

Also Read: Zaheer Iqbal says ‘wanted to elope’ with Sonakshi Sinha

It is worth noting here that Bollywood lovebirds Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal tied the knot in an intimate civil marriage, on June 23, at the groom’s apartment in Bandra. They hosted a star-studded reception later in the evening, at a Mumbai-based eatery, Bastian.

The couple dated for nearly seven years before taking the plunge.

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NIH gets technical report of sixth Monkeypox case in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) on Tuesday received technical report of the sixth Monkeypox case detected in Pakistan, ARY News reported, citing sources.

According to sources the report compiled by Border Health Services stated that 44-year-old Farooq, a resident of Punjab’s Gujrat, reached Pakistan from Riyadh on September 14.

The patient was isolated over suspected signs of monkeypox after screening. After the test result, monkeypox virus was confirmed in the man, while testing of his family was underway, the sources within NIH said.

Read more: Pakistan reports fifth case of Monkeypox

Its important to note here Pakistan has reported six case of monkeypox including, five from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

What is Monkeypox virus?

Mpox is a viral disease caused by the Mpox virus. Although the natural reservoir of the virus remains unidentified, African rodents and non-human primates (such as monkeys) are suspected to harbor the virus and transmit it to humans.

The disease typically manifests with a rash that appears 1 to 3 days following the onset of fever, starting on the face and then spreading to other areas of the body. The rash progresses through several stages: macules, papules, vesicles, pustules, and scabs.

Additional symptoms may include headache, muscle aches, exhaustion, and swollen lymph nodes. The incubation period generally ranges from 7 to 14 days but can vary between 5 and 21 days. The illness usually lasts between 2 and 4 weeks.

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Putin orders Russian army to become second largest after China’s at 1.5 million-strong

President Vladimir Putin on Monday ordered the regular size of the Russian army to be increased by 180,000 troops to 1.5 million active servicemen in a move that would make it the second largest in the world after China’s.

In a decree published on the Kremlin’s website, Putin ordered the overall size of the armed forces to be increased to 2.38 million people, of which he said 1.5 million should be active servicemen.

According to data from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), a leading military think tank, such an increase would see Russia leapfrog the United States and India in terms of the number of active combat soldiers it has at its disposal and be second only to China in size. The IISS said Beijing has just over 2 million active duty service personnel.

The move, the third time Putin has expanded the army’s ranks since sending his military into Ukraine in February 2022, comes as Russian forces push forward in eastern Ukraine on parts of a vast 1,000 km (627-mile) frontline and try to eject Ukrainian forces from Russia’s Kursk region.

Although Russia has a population more than three times larger than Ukraine’s and has been successfully recruiting volunteers on lucrative contracts to fight in Ukraine, it has – like Kyiv’s forces – been sustaining heavy battlefield losses, and there is no sign of the war ending anytime soon.

Read more: Putin’s options for Ukraine missiles response include nuclear test, experts say

Both sides say the exact size of their losses is a military secret.

Andrei Kartapolov, chairman of Russia’s lower house of parliament’s defence committee, said the increase in active troop numbers was part of a plan to overhaul the armed forces and gradually increase their size to match what he described as the current international situation and the behaviour of “our former foreign partners.”

“For example, we now need to form new structures and military units to ensure security in the north-west (of Russia) since Finland, with which we border, has joined the NATO bloc,” Kartapolov told Parlamentskaya Gazeta, the Russian parliament’s in-house newspaper.

“And in order to carry out this process, we need to increase the number of troops.”

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UN experts censure Western support for Israel since Gaza war

UN human rights experts criticised mostly Western states on Monday for continuing to support Israel despite what they described as a genocide in Gaza which might turn Israel into a “pariah” nation.

The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza as a result of more than 11 months of conflict has prompted questions about Western states’ long-standing political and military support for Israel, including from the United States and Britain which provide arms.

“Shockingly, in the face of the abyss reached in the OPT (Occupied Palestinian Territories)…most member states remained inactive at best, or actively aiding and assisting Israel’s criminal conduct,” Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the OPT, told a press conference in Geneva, repeating allegations of genocide.

Israel denies the allegations and says it takes steps to reduce the risk of harm to civilians. Albanese, an Italian lawyer, said she was referring to Western states as well as some Gulf nations and others.

“I think it’s unavoidable for Israel to become a pariah in the face of its continuous, relentless, vilifying assault of the United Nations, on top of millions of Palestinians,” she said, citing verbal and military attacks on UN facilities in Gaza.

Read more: Gaza rescuers say at least 18 killed in Israeli strikes

She also questioned Israel’s right to a seat at the United Nations, acquired in 1949. “Should there be a consideration of its membership as part of this organisation which Israel seems to have zero respect for?” she asked.

In response to her comments, Israel’s permanent mission to the UN in Geneva criticised Albanese. “She is not fit to hold any position at the United Nations, and this has been made clear by many,” it said.

In the past, her remarks on the Israel-Hamas conflict have drawn scrutiny, including from a US ambassador in Geneva who said she has a history of using “antisemitic tropes”.

Albanese was joined by three other U.N. independent experts who accused Western countries of hypocrisy and double standards, for example by being more vocal over perceived rights’ violations by Russia since its invasion of Ukraine than of Israel’s actions in Gaza.

They are among dozens of independent human rights experts mandated by the United Nations to report and advise on specific themes and crises. Their views do not reflect those of the global body as a whole.

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Kuwait football board resigns following match mismanagement

The Kuwait football board stepped down following a mismanagement incident during a World Cup qualifier against Iraq, where fans endured prolonged exposure to extreme heat.

The resignation came in response to widespread criticism over the inadequate conditions and lack of immediate relief provided to spectators.

“The board members of the Kuwait Football Association tendered resignations en masse,” Kuwait’s official KUNA news agency reported, citing the statement.

The 60,000-capacity venue saw several organizational challenges that led to widespread criticism, prompting the board’s decision to step down.

Read more: Kuwait revokes citizenship of 90 people

According to the Kuwait Football Association’s website, the board was composed of seven members. Their resignation comes in response to the problems that overshadowed the event, including failures in managing fan entry and ticket distribution. The association’s leadership acknowledged the need for accountability in addressing these significant operational lapses. Kuwait’s official KUNA news agency reported, “ The board members of the Kuwait Football Association tendered resignations en masse.”

The Kuwait Football Association has also accepted the resignations of its secretary-general, Salah al-Qanai, and public relations head, Mohamed Bou Abbas. Both had been suspended since Wednesday due to what the association described as “unacceptable incidents” during the World Cup qualifier. During the match, fans endured extreme heat exceeding 40°C (104°F), with several fainting as they urgently requested water from staff.

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Punjab reports 35 fresh dengue cases in 24 hours

Punjab reported 35 new dengue cases during last 24 hours, taking the overall number to 667 in 2024, so far, ARY News reported on Sunday, quoting provincial health department spokesperson.

Dengue virus is a mosquito-borne viral disease that has rapidly spread in recent years around the world. Dengue virus is transmitted by female mosquitoes mainly of the species Aedes aegypti and, to a lesser extent, Ae. albopictus.

According to details, Punjab reported 219 fresh dengue cases in last week including 17 during last 24 hours.

Beside creating awareness on dengue spread in masses, the authority has been taking punitive actions against those involved in Dengue SOPs violations.

Earlier, an owner of a tyre shop was booked over the presence of dengue larvae during outdoor dengue larvae surveillance.

According to official sources, the anti-dengue teams carried out inspections at Kabari Bazaar and found larvae in the tyre workshop. The team got registered a case against the owner Amanullah.

Read more: Dengue larvae found at 8,064 sites in Rawalpindi

On June 23, the District Health Authority Rawalpindi, detected larvae at 8,064 sites during anti-dengue surveillance from January 1, 2024.

According to APP, District Coordinator Epidemics Prevention and Control Dr Sajjad Mehmood said that 999 teams including 788 indoor teams and 211 outdoor teams were carrying out the surveillance in the district to control the breeding of larvae.

Giving details of the detection of dengue larvae, the health officer said that during indoor surveillance the teams detected larvae at 6,735 homes while larvae were found at 1,361 sites during outdoor surveillance.

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At 44, Kareena Kapoor Khan doesn’t ‘feel the need for Botox’

Bollywood A-lister Kareena Kapoor Khan, 44, believes she doesn’t need Botox or any other artificial cosmetic enhancements as she looks good for her age.

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In a new interview with an Indian magazine, Kareena Kapoor Khan spoke about the trend of opting for cosmetic procedures to conceal age factors, when the actor was of the opinion that she prefers taking care of her body and soul from the inside, and believes more in self-care, than in artificial treatments.

“From the beginning, I was confident that my talent and dedication would ensure I continued to get work. I took care of myself, stayed fit, and focused on being the best version of myself,” she said.

 

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Khan continued, “Self-care means taking time for myself, whether it’s spending quality moments with friends, cooking with Saif [Ali Khan – her husband], or simply enjoying a workout. It’s about feeling great, whether that’s through fitness routines or just being with my family. Nourishing my soul with a good meal, a heartfelt chat, or a bottle of wine is essential for me.”

“Age is a part of beauty,” she furthered. “It’s not about fighting lines or trying to look younger; it’s about embracing and loving the age you’re at. I’m 44 and have never felt better.”

Also Read: Ayushmann Khurrana walks out of film with Kareena Kapoor Khan

“I don’t feel the need for Botox or any cosmetic enhancements. My husband finds me sexy, my friends say I look amazing, and my films are thriving. I play roles that reflect my age and am proud of it. I want people to see me for who I am and appreciate that,” concluded the ‘Crew’ actor.

On the work front, her latest film and production debut, Hansal Mehta’s ‘The Buckingham Murders’ was released theatrically on Friday, September 13.

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Pakistani student critically hurt in Houston hit-and-run incident

HOUSTON: Pakistani student Dania Zaheer was critically injured after being hit by a speeding vehicle in Houston, Texas, US, causing her multiple fractures. 

According to details, the incident occurred in Houston, USA, where Pakistani student Dania Zaheer was critically injured in a traffic accident. Police reported that the speeding car did not stop after the collision, and efforts to locate the driver were ongoing.

Memorial Hermann Hospital confirmed several bones of Dania Zaheer have been broken in the horrific hit-and-run case and she is currently receiving treatment at the facility.

Dania Zaheer, who came from Karachi to pursue an MBA and uplift the living standard of her family, expressed grief, stating that the accident has shattered her dreams.

The 25-year-old is a bright student from Karachi and is among the top students at her university.

Read more: US offers scholarships to 30,000 Pakistani students

Prominent Pakistani-American businessman Syed Javed Anwar has taken full responsibility for her medical expenses, and the hospital, consulate, and her family have been informed.

Speaking to ARY News, Pakistani Consul General Aftab Chaudhry stated that he visited the student at the hospital and assured full support for her recovery.

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has also expressed sorrow over the incident and directed the Pakistan officials to provide full support to Dania Zaheer.

He said the government is ready to provide assistance the student’s parents if they want to visit to the US to look after their daughter.

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Governor Kundi bars sale of university lands in KP

PESHAWAR: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Friday barred on the sale or lease of land by universities throughout the province, ARY News reported.

As per details, this directive comes following a court order from the Peshawar High Court, which has issued a stay order on the sale or lease of university land in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The Principal Secretary has issued written instructions to all universities in the province, advising them not to take any steps regarding the sale or lease of land.

Governor Kundi emphasized that he will not allow any university to sell even an inch of its land for as long as he remains Chancellor.

Kundi criticized the party that had previously proposed converting the President’s House and the Prime Minister’s House into universities, accusing them of destroying existing universities instead.

READ: KP’s biggest university faces financial crisis

Last year, the biggest university of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) faced a financial crises.

The university had no money to pay the salaries of employees and the projects were also stopped due to lack of funds.

The university administration needed Rs 300 million for the payment of salaries and pension but the Higher Education Commission (HEC) did not release the full budget and students not paid the fees on time. 

Vice Chanceller (VC) said that the employees’ protest resulted in the loss of Rs 200 million. The university was facing a Rs 350 million loss and the payment of salaries dependent on the fee submission by students.  

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Road closure, traffic diversion plan for Chup Tazia processions in Karachi

The Karachi Traffic Police on Friday announced alternative routes for two different chup tazia processions, scheduled for today.

The first of the two chup tazia processions, has already began from Nishtar Park at 6:30am ann will conclude at the Noor Bagh, Musafir Khana, located in the Moosa Lane neighbourhood.

It will follow the following route: Nishtar Park, Shahnawaz Bhutto Road, Father Jaminis Road, M. A. Jinnah Road, Mansfield Street/Preedy Street, Bolton Market, Bombay Bazaar, Market Road, Mahabat Khanji Road, Atma Ram Pritam Das Road, Moosa Lane, Noor Bagh Musaafir Khana.

During the procession, following roads will be closed for traffic; Nishtar Park, Shah Khurasan, MA Jinnah Road, Saddar Dawakhana, and the linking roads to Husainiya Iraniyan Imambargah.

The traffic from Nazimabad will be diverted towards Nishtar Road via Lasbela Chowk, while traffic from Liaquatabad will be rerouted towards Lasbela Chowk via Teen Hatti, according to the traffic police’s diversion plan.

Additionally, the traffic from Garden heading towards the MA Jinnah Road will be guided towards Gul Plaza via Anklesaria Hospital.

Second chup tazia traffic plan

The second chup tazia procession is set to depart from the Rizvia Society at 1pm and is likely to conclude at the Imam Bargah Shah-E-Najaf on Martin Road.

For this procession, the road between Water Pump and Karimabad Flyover will be closed till 1pm. Furthermore, The Altaf Hussain Barelvi Road between Bara Board and Gujjar Nala Crossing will be closed for traffic.

Traffic will be diverted from Karimabad Chowk towards Moosa Colony, traffic police said.

Meanwhile, Green Line Bus Rapid Transit Service (BRTS) will be temporarily suspended on Friday.

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New airlines seek CAA nod to operate flights in Pakistan

KARACHI: Several new airlines are considering to launch operations in various cities in Pakistan, ARY News reported on Friday, quoting Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

As per details, new local airlines including Jet Green, Q Airways, and Go Green Air have approached the CAA for licenses and permits, according to sources.

Air Indus has also contacted the Civil Aviation Authority to resume flight operations, sources revealed. Q Aviation and Liberty Air, have also applied for licenses from the CAA to launch flight operations in Pakistan.

The CAA officials said the large number of license applications is significant for the country’s economy.

The influx of new airlines will provide passengers with better travel options, along with increased foreign exchange in the aviation sector and new job opportunities.

It is to be noted that three private companies namely, Airblue, SereneAir and AirSial are already operating in Pakistan.

Read more: THIS airline tops chart in CAA’s on-time performance report

Back in May, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) unveiled a six-month performance report of airlines, operating domestically, including Pakistan International Airline (PIA).

According to the s report of CAA, covering the period from July to December 2023, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), secured the fourth position in the rankings with departure and arrival ratio stood at 89.32 percent, indicating room for further enhancement in operational efficiency.

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Malaika Arora issues statement after father’s death

Bollywood actor-dancer Malaika Arora has issued the first statement after her father Anil Mehta’s death by an alleged suicide on Wednesday.

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Taking to her Instagram handle on Wednesday evening, hours after her father, Anil Kuldip Mehta, 62, died of an alleged suicide, after jumping off the building, actor Malaika Arora released an official statement from the family, confirming the demise.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, Anil Mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband and our best friend. Our family is in deep shock by this loss and we kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time,” read the statement.

 

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“We appreciate your understanding, support and respect. With gratitude, Joyce, Malaika, Amrita Shakeel, Arhaan, Azaan, Rayyan, Casper, Axl, Duffy and Buddy,” she added.

Thousands of her followers, including the Bollywood fraternity, extended their condolences to the grieving family, via the comments section of her post.

Also Read: Malaika Arora opens up on Arbaaz Khan’s divorce

For the unversed, Arora’s father Anil passed away yesterday, from jumping off the terrace on the sixth floor of the building, in the Bandra area of Mumbai.

He reportedly called both his daughters, Malaika and Amrita Arora, before attempting suicide, and told them that he was ‘sick and tired’.

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Saudi Arabia’s Neom Bay Airport gets smart gates

In a step towards modernizing passenger processing, the Saudi Ministry of Interior has officially launched the Smart Gates Project at NEOM Bay Airport,

The inauguration took place on Tuesday and was attended by a range of high-profile officials, including Prince Dr. Bandar bin Abdullah, Assistant Minister of Interior for Technology Affairs; Dr. Abdullah Al-Ghamdi, President of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA); Lt. Gen. Sulaiman Al-Yahya, Director General of Passports; Dr. Esam Al-Wagait, Director of the SDAIA National Information Center; and Eng. Nadhmi Al-Nasr, CEO of NEOM.

The Smart Gates Project represents a collaborative effort between the General Directorate of Passports, SDAIA, and NEOM.

This initiative is designed to streamline passenger processing by integrating cutting-edge technology. The project will enable travelers to use self-service kiosks to scan their biometric data, which is expected to significantly expedite the process of moving through the airport.

The launch of the Smart Gates Project aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader vision to enhance quality of life through the implementation of high-efficiency digital solutions.

The newly launched initiative is part of the country’s ongoing efforts to integrate advanced technologies into everyday services, aiming to create a more connected and efficient urban environment.

Notably, the Neom area is approximately the same size as Belgium, which might make it easier to visualise how big the linear city is aimed to be.

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Watch: Truck driver rams into hotel after being denied food

A shocking incident occurred on September 6 in Pune, Maharashtra, where a truck driver rammed his vehicle into a hotel building after being denied food.

The driver, who was reportedly under the influence of alcohol, approached Hotel Gokul and requested food but was refused by the hotel owner.

In a fit of rage, he returned to his truck and repeatedly crashed into the building.

Eyewitnesses recorded the incident on their mobile phones, and a few men attempted to stop the driver by pelting stones at him.

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However, he continued to ram into the building until the police arrived and arrested him. An investigation is currently underway.

In a separate incident, a tragic accident occurred in Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, where four people from Rajasthan were killed, and six others injured when their SUV collided with a truck on the Biaora-Bina highway.

The deceased were identified as Kishanlal Lodha, Vinod Kumar Mali, Vardi Bai Lodha, and Rajbai Bheel. The accident highlights the importance of road safety and responsible driving practices.

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Methane rising faster than other greenhouse gases: researchers

PARIS: Concentrations of the powerful greenhouse gas methane in the atmosphere are rising at an accelerating pace, threatening efforts by countries to meet their climate targets, researchers warned Tuesday.

“Methane is rising faster in relative terms than any major greenhouse gas and is now 2.6-fold higher than in pre-industrial times,” said an international group of researchers under the aegis of the Global Carbon Project in a study published in Environmental Research Letters.

Methane is the second-largest greenhouse gas produced by human activity after carbon dioxide, with agriculture, energy production and organic waste rotting in landfills the major sources.

In the first 20 years its impact on the atmosphere is about 80 times that of carbon dioxide, but it breaks down quicker.

That opens a possibility to sharply reduce climate impact in the short term, but the researchers found that despite efforts to cut methane emissions that atmospheric concentrations of the gas are still rising.

Rising in most countries

An average of 6.1 million tonnes of methane were added to atmosphere per year in the 2000s. That rose to 20.9 million tonnes per in the 2010s. It hit 41.8 million tonnes in 2020.

“Anthropogenic emissions have continued to increase in almost every other country in the world, with the exception of Europe and Australia, which show a slow declining trend,” Global Carbon Project executive director Pep Canadell, and one of the study’s co-authors, told AFP.

The largest increases have come from China and southeast Asia, and were primarily linked to coal extraction, oil and gas production and landfills, the researchers found.

The La Nina weather phenomenon has also led to an increase in methane from natural sources, they found.

The drop in nitrogen oxides pollution in 2020 as transportation plunged due to the Covid-19 pandemic had a paradoxical impact: it is key in preventing methane from accumulating in the atmosphere.

“Mirage”

Rising methane pollution is running at cross purposes of efforts to keep the global warming under 2 degrees Celsius.

A “Global Methane Pledge” was launched int 2021 by the European Union and United States to cut global methane emissions 30 percent from 2020 levels by 2030.

More than 150 countries have signed up, but not China, India or Russia.

“Right now, the goals of the Global Methane Pledge seem as distant as a desert oasis,” said lead author of the Environmental Research Letters paper, Stanford University scientist Rob Jackson.

“We all hope they aren’t a mirage.”

China and the United States are preparing to host a summit on greenhouse gasses other than carbon dioxide later this year, raising the prospects for further pledges by governments.

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Champions Trophy: ICC delegation to visit Pakistan next week

The International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation is likely to Pakistan next week to review the arrangements for the upcoming Champions Trophy.

The 50-over tournament will be played in February and March next year in Pakistan, who are also the defending champions.

The visiting delegation includes heads and representatives from different departments within the ICC.

The inspection team will also discuss matters pertaining to the schedule, practice matches, venues, and ticketing of the tournament.

The PCB officials will brief the delegation about the upgrade of the venues for the global premium tournament.

Sources said that the ICC will share its schedule with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) within two days.

The ICC’s inspection will review the arrangements for the upcoming tournament and will visit all three venues in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Karachi.

Earlier this year, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) allocated Rs 12.80 billion for the upgradation of the three venues – Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, National Stadium in Karachi and Rawalpindi International Cricket Stadium – that will host the mega spectacle.

The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, and National Stadium in Karachi are scheduled to host the ICC Champions Trophy from February 19 to March 9 next year.

Group A consists of Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, while Group B includes Australia, England, Afghanistan, and South Africa.

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