Cardi B has spoken out for the first time after securing a decisive victory in a $24 million legal dispute. On Tuesday, Page Six reported that a Los Angeles jury found the 32-year-old rapper not liable in the high-profile civil case filed by her former security guard, Emani Ellis. In a lawsuit initiated in 2020, Emani alleged that the “WRAP” hitmaker had cut her cheek with a 3-inch (7.5cm) fingernail outside a Beverly Hills medical office back in February 2018. However, Cardi B was cleared of all charges in a civil trial, as Emani failed to substantiate any of her…
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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) conducted a significant operation at the Torkham border in Khyber, leading to the arrest of an Afghan national. According to an FIA spokesperson, during a search, officials found 25 passports on the suspect, identified as Subhanullah, which had been concealed inside soft drink cans. The spokesperson added that the recovered passports contained visas for Tajikistan. The arrested individual is from Jalalabad, Afghanistan. Following an initial questioning, he was transferred to the Anti-Human Trafficking Circle in Peshawar for further investigation.
The European Union’s (EU) High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, conveyed condolences over the loss of lives caused by flooding in Pakistan during a phone call with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. According to details released on Tuesday, Kallas expressed solidarity with the affected families and communities, offering to cooperate in Pakistan’s ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts. Dar extended his gratitude to Kallas for the expression of solidarity and support. He also briefed her on the extent of the flood damage. Dar conveyed his satisfaction with the growing momentum in Pakistan–EU relations, and both officials reaffirmed their commitment to…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has stated that demanding an apology from the PTI founder is unjust, emphasizing that those who committed excesses against the party are the ones who should apologize. In a meeting with senior journalists, Gandapur accused state institutions of abducting PTI workers and coercing them into changing their political loyalties. He reiterated that for the national interest, all parties should move forward instead of dwelling on the past. He claimed that the PTI founder had already formed a negotiation team, but former army chief General (R) Bajwa had ‘betrayed’ him under the guise of…
A fresh debate has emerged in Pakistan over the controversial Kalabagh Dam project after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur voiced strong support for its construction. Speaking to reporters, Gandapur stated that the dam should be built for the sake of future generations and national interest, emphasizing that provincialism should not come at the expense of Pakistan’s development. He maintained that delaying the project for political reasons was a serious injustice to the country. However, his remarks quickly triggered a split within his own party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Party Chairman Barrister Gohar supported the idea, saying that dams—both big…
On Tuesday, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz ordered an immediate assessment of flood damage, directing deputy commissioners to conduct detailed surveys in the affected areas. According to a press release, CM Maryam Nawaz directed that mosquito and germicidal sprays be used in all flood relief camps and tent settlements. She also instructed officials to ensure that flood victims have access to clean drinking water. The chief minister further instructed the Additional Chief Secretary (South) to make proper arrangements for flood victims in southern Punjab and requested a detailed report on rescue and relief efforts. Prioritizing Health and Essential Supplies for…
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced that applications are now open for the Commonwealth Scholarships 2025, which are funded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the United Kingdom. The scholarships are designed to promote international development through higher education. According to the HEC, the deadline to apply through its scholarship portal is October 14, 2025, at 4:00 PM (Pakistan Standard Time). A total of 26 nominations are available for Master’s programs and 30 for PhD programs. Eligibility and Application Requirements Applicants must be Pakistani or AJK nationals and permanent residents, with a first-division in their final degree. For…
Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi, while addressing the National Assembly, stated that lawmakers frequently criticize the bureaucracy despite having been a part of the same system for decades. Without directly naming Khawaja Asif, he said that lawmakers on the treasury benches should join the opposition if they intend to criticize the system. “Don’t blame the system; you have been a part of it for 40 years,” he reminded Asif. Earlier, Khawaja Asif had accused the Sialkot bureaucracy of plundering the national treasury and of poor management during the recent floods. On Governance and Performance Abbasi described Pakistan’s governance structure…
The death toll from Tuesday’s powerful explosion on Sariab Road in Quetta has risen to 13, with at least 30 others injured, as confirmed by hospital officials. The blast took place near Shahwani Stadium, shaking the busy area and sending rescue workers into a frantic effort to transport casualties to Civil Hospital Quetta. A hospital spokesperson stated that 13 bodies had been brought to the facility and that treatment was underway for dozens of the injured, with some in critical condition. Government Launches Investigation The Balochistan Home Department has ordered a formal inquiry into the incident. Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti…
Officials have confirmed that at least six people were killed on Wednesday when unknown assailants opened fire on a passenger vehicle in the Lower Kurram district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to police, the attackers targeted the vehicle as it was traveling through the area. The bodies of the victims have since been moved to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital. Law enforcement authorities reported that the gunmen fled the scene after the attack, and a search operation has been launched. An investigation is currently underway to identify and apprehend the culprits. Fragile Peace Under Threat This incident occurred just weeks after…
