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Jacqueline Fernandez’s mother hospitalized in ICU, actress returns home urgently
Jacqueline Fernandez’s mother hospitalized in ICU, actress returns home urgently

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez's mother, Kim Fernandez, has been admitted to the ICU. Fernandez paused her professional commitments to support her family. She is set to star in "Welcome To The Jungle" and "Housefull 5", a comedy franchise. Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez's mother, Kim Fernandez, has reportedly been hospitalized and is currently in the ICU. Upon hearing the news, the “Welcome to the Jungle” actress immediately rushed home to support her family during this difficult time. The news reported that Jacqueline Fernandez paused her professional commitments to be with her...

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First Hajj flight from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia to depart on May 1
First Hajj flight from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia to depart on May 1

The first Hajj flight is scheduled to depart for Saudi Arabia on May 1, according to sources from the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The Hajj operation will continue for 30 days, with the last flight departing on May 30. Sources indicate that the flight schedule is expected to be released by April 10. Five airlines, including Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and Saudi Airlines, will participate in the Hajj operation. Under the government scheme, approximately 89,000 Pakistani pilgrims will travel to the holy sites. In total, 179,210 Pakistani pilgrims are set...

Pakistan
Will Jonathan majors return to the MCU & “Creed” franchise after legal battle? Details revealed
Will Jonathan majors return to the MCU & “Creed” franchise after legal battle? Details revealed

Majors expressed interest in returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, despite his 2023 assault conviction. He expressed a positive outlook on returning to both franchises, stating he would approach his characters differently. Majors' fame soared after Thanos' defeat in "Avengers: Endgame". Jonathan Majors recently opened up about the possibility of returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and reprising his role in the “Creed” franchise. His 2023 assault conviction sparked controversy and significantly impacted his career. In a conversation, the interviewer asked Majors if he would consider rejoining Marvel Studios and...

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New mandatory requirement for Hajj 2025 pilgrims announced 
New mandatory requirement for Hajj 2025 pilgrims announced 

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that all participants of the Hajj 2025 pilgrimage must receive the meningitis vaccine. This decision, aimed at protecting the health of millions of pilgrims, applies to both Saudi citizens and international visitors. The ministry stressed that vaccination is a compulsory requirement for Hajj participation to ensure protection against the potentially life-threatening disease. "Hajj will not be permitted without vaccination," a ministry spokesperson stated, underscoring the importance of the measure. Officials emphasized that preventing the spread of infectious diseases during Hajj is...

International
Justin Bieber shows love for Hailey after revealing struggles with people-pleasing
Justin Bieber shows love for Hailey after revealing struggles with people-pleasing

Justin Bieber shared an adorable picture of his wife, Hailey Bieber, at a restaurant. The couple was seen enjoying a meal and a large serving of fries. Bieber shared the update two days after admitting to his self-hatred traits. On Monday, March 24, Justin Bieber shared an adorable snap of his wife, Hailey Bieber! The “Baby” hitmaker updated his Instagram with a picture of Hailey smiling while resting her chin on her hands. The Rhode Beauty founder sat across from her husband at a restaurant, wearing a full-sleeved cardigan and...

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IMF turns down Islamabad's request to reduce property taxes
IMF turns down Islamabad’s request to reduce property taxes

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has declined Pakistan’s request to reduce taxes on property transactions, sources familiar with the negotiations revealed on Monday. The refusal comes as Islamabad struggles to fulfill the conditions necessary for securing a staff-level agreement, which is crucial for further financial assistance. According to sources, the IMF also rejected Pakistan’s proposal to lower withholding tax by 2% and refused to grant tax relief on tobacco and beverages. Additionally, no agreement was reached on easing Pakistan’s revenue targets for March 2025, making it more challenging for the...

Pakistan
Consumers likely to get 50 paisa per unit discount: NEPRA
Consumers likely to get 50 paisa per unit discount: NEPRA

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has completed its hearing on tariff revision requests from seven Independent Power Producers (IPPs). If approved, this adjustment could provide consumers with a relief of 50 paisa per unit, potentially resulting in overall savings of Rs. 920 billion. The hearing addressed requests submitted by seven IPPs operating under the 2002 power policy, including Nishat Chunian Power, Nishat Power, Narowal Energy Limited, Liberty Power Tech Limited, Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited, Sapphire Electric Power Limited, and Saif Power Limited. The proposals aimed at reducing power...

Pakistan
Why Azfar Rehman chooses to hide his family?
Why Azfar Rehman chooses to hide his family?

Actor, model, and host known for over two decades in the industry. Starred in dramas and films, with close friendships with superstars like Ayesha Omar and Mehwish Hayat. Married eight years ago, whose wedding pictures went viral. Actor, model, and host Azfar Rehman has been actively working in the industry for over two decades and continues to dominate the screen. He has starred in both dramas and films and shares close friendships with superstars like Ayesha Omar and Mehwish Hayat. He married eight years ago, and his wedding pictures went...

Showbiz
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal in hospitalized after heart attack
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal in hospitalized after heart attack

Former Bangladesh one-day cricket captain Tamim Iqbal was rushed to the hospital on Monday after suffering a heart attack during a domestic match. The 36-year-old was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club in a 50-over Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League match. He took part in the toss but later experienced chest pain. After receiving initial treatment on the field, he was immediately taken to a nearby hospital. “He suffered a heart attack. From what I understand, his heart function has improved,” said Debashis Chowdhury, a medical officer of the Bangladesh Cricket Board...

Sports
Javeria Saud addresses backlash over electric meter Wazifa
Javeria Saud addresses backlash over electric meter Wazifa

Actress, writer, and host Javeria Saud leads a Ramadan transmission. The show features multiple segments with celebrity guests. The wazifa segment gained attention due to unique calls scholar Maulana Azad Jamil received. Actress, writer, and host Javeria Saud is leading a Ramadan transmission this year on Express TV. The show features multiple segments, with celebrity guests making appearances. This year, the wazifa segment gained significant attention due to the unique calls scholar Maulana Azad Jamil received. Now, one of his wazifas has gone viral, sparking a frenzy across the internet....

Showbiz
Punjab to experience rainfall from March 25 to 27
Punjab to experience rainfall from March 25 to 27

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted rainfall across most districts of Punjab from March 25 to 27. As per the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), rain is expected in Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Attock, Chakwal, Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Mandi Bahauddin, Sheikhupura, Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Gujarat, Sialkot, Narowal, Faisalabad, and Toba Tek Singh. Additionally, showers are likely in Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rajanpur, Bahawalpur, Khanewal, Layyah, Bhakkar, Sahiwal, and Pakpattan, according to the PDMA spokesperson. The department also predicted rain and snowfall in Murree, Galiyat, and other mountainous regions.  

Pakistan
Danish Taimoor’s harsh reply to journalist over viral video sparks online debate
Danish Taimoor’s harsh reply to journalist over viral video sparks online debate

Danish Taimoor, a Pakistani drama star, hosts a Ramadan transmission. One episode of his show, where he supports the right to marry, went viral. Taimoor's wife, Ayeza Khan, appeared as a guest. Pakistani superstar Danish Taimoor has garnered immense love for his dramas, which have surpassed a billion views and gained fans across borders. This year, he is hosting a Ramadan transmission, and one of his episodes recently went viral. During the show, his wife, Ayeza Khan, appeared as a guest when he expressed his support for the right to...

Showbiz
PM calls for external audit of Ramadan Relief Initiative
PM calls for external audit of Ramadan Relief Initiative

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday ordered a third-party audit of the Ramadan Relief Package. While chairing a review meeting on the Ramadan Relief Package in Islamabad, he commended the efforts of the State Bank of Pakistan, NADRA, and tech companies for ensuring transparency in the program. The premier emphasized that the package is being implemented nationwide, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, without any discrimination. He highlighted that financial aid is being disbursed to eligible individuals through a highly efficient and transparent digital wallet system. PM Shehbaz Sharif...

Pakistan
PHC
PHC dismisses ANP leader’s petition against terrorist resettlement

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court on Monday dismissed a petition filed by Awami National Party (ANP) chief Senator Aimal Wali Khan against the resettlement of former militants. The court issued a six-page written verdict, stating that the petitioner failed to provide evidence of any violation of fundamental rights. The ruling emphasized that policymaking is the government’s prerogative, and a policy cannot be struck down merely due to its unpopularity. The court acknowledged that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has suffered from terrorism for decades, resulting in the martyrdom of thousands of law enforcement...

Pakistan
Saudi govt
Saudi govt declares meningitis vaccination mandatory for pilgrims

JEDDAH: The Saudi government has declared the meningitis vaccine mandatory for the pilgrims of Hajj 2025. According to the announcement of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Saudi Arabia has introduced  a compulsory vaccination for all travellers, including pilgrims making the Umrah or Hajj. The presentation of a vaccination certificate against meningitis will be required for everyone aged two and over. The aim of this measure is to guarantee health safety and prevent the spread of infectious diseases during religious gatherings. The vaccine required is Tetravalent meningococcal (ACYW135)which must...

Pakistan
Punjab to experience rainfall from March 25 to 27
PMD predicts rainfall in most districts of Punjab 

LAHORE: The Pakistan Meteorological Department(PMD) has predicted rainfall in most districts of Punjab from March 25 to 27. According to the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), rains are expected in most districts of the province from March 25 to 27. The rains are likely in Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Attock, Chakwal, Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Mandi Bahauddin, Sheikhupura, Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Gujarat, Sialkot, Narowal, Faisalabad and Toba Tek Singh. The PDMA spokesman said rains are also likely in Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rajanpur, Bahawalpur, Khanewal, Layyah, Bhakkar, Sahiwal and Pakpattan. [embedpost slug="pmd-forecasts-countrywide-rain-spell-from-tomorrow"] (more…)

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PM
PM directs third-party audit of Ramadan Relief Package

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif on Monday directed a third party audit of Ramadan Relief Package. Shehbaz Sharif said that amounts under the Ramadan Relief Package were being transferred to the beneficiaries through a highly convenient and transparent digital wallet system and this model should be adopted for other government’s run schemes. The prime minister chaired a review meeting on his Ramazan Relief Package 2025. During the meeting, he said the Ramazan package had been introduced across Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir without any discrimination and...

Pakistan
Sindh
Sindh announces public holiday on ZA Bhutto’s death anniversary

KARACHI: The Sindh Government has announced a holiday on the occasion of the death anniversary of former Prime Minister and founder of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. The Sindh government has declared a public holiday on April 4 in observance of the death anniversary of PPP’s founder, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. A formal notification for the holiday has been issued. The Sindh government also issued a general holiday notification in the province on Friday, April 4. Earlier, President Asif Ali Zardari honored 69 individuals, including both Pakistani...

Pakistan
Indian forces
Indian forces harass Hurriyat leaders families in IIOJK during raid

ISLAMABAD: Indian forces during house raids have harassed the families of Hurriyat members in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). According to Kashmir Media Service, Indian police raided the house of Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party (JKDFP) member Farooq Ahmad Dar in Handwara for his sustained association with a Democratic Freedom Party headed by jailed leader Shabbir Ahmed Shah. During the search operation, house, bank documents and mobile phones were seized and police claimed it as a part of the investigation. Indian police, during the house raids on...

Pakistan
FIA arrests
FIA arrests four human smugglers from Gujranwala

Gujranwala: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Monday arrested four human smugglers from Gujranwala and Sambrial area of Punjab provicne. According to the FIA, four suspects involved in human trafficking have been arrested from Gujranwala and Sambrial. The FIA ​​said that the accused received a total of Rs.10, 400,000 from the citizens while the affected citizens had registered separate cases against the accused. According to FIA officials, the arrested suspects have been shifted to the police station where further investigations are underway. [embedpost slug="fia-arrests-passenger-with-fake-visa-at-karachi-airport"] (more…)

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Pakistan
Pakistan hands over 50 children to Afghan authorities

PESHAWAR: Frontier Corps (FC) authorities have handed over 53 Afghan children who illegally entered Pakistan through the Khyber District. According to FC sources, 50 Afghan children and girls were detained in Pakistan by cut the  border fencing near the Torkham border crossing. Sources said that the children have been deported to Afghan authorities on the Torkham border on the request of tribal elders. According to FC sources, Afghan children smuggled foreign goods through Torkham. Meanwhile, FC officials have demanded Afghan authorities to stop their children from entering Pakistan by breaking...

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