Rising Pakistani actress Fajar Sheikh has embarked on a new chapter of her life, officially tying the knot in an intimate ceremony attended by family and close friends in Karachi. The 30-year-old actress shared stunning wedding photos and videos on her Instagram, announcing the joyous news to her fans. Dressed in a deep red bridal ensemble, while the groom wore a traditional black sherwani, the couple’s pictures quickly went viral, drawing admiration from across social media. Fans flooded her posts with heartfelt congratulations, calling the pair “a perfect match.” The event, held in a private setting, was filled with laughter,…
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Pakistani singer, actor, and humanitarian Ali Zafar has been honoured with the prestigious “Cultural Icon Award” by the New York Police Department (NYPD) and the Pakistani American Law Enforcement Society (PALES) for his contributions to art, culture, and philanthropy. The award was presented at PALES’ 10th Anniversary and Scholarship Awards Dinner in New York, attended by senior NYPD officials, diplomats, and prominent members of the Pakistani-American community. Ali Zafar was recognised for his outstanding role in promoting Pakistani culture globally and for his philanthropic work through the Ali Zafar Foundation, which focuses on education, youth empowerment, and disaster relief efforts…
The Maharashtra Congress has made it clear that any decision on bringing a new partner into the state’s ruling alliance will rest with the INDIA bloc, not just the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). State Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal, speaking at a press conference on Saturday, said the party would not associate with any group that promotes religious or communal polarisation. His comments come amid growing speculation about a possible alliance between Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) — a move that has stirred political chatter across the state. Sapkal told The Hindu: “Constitutional values…
KHAN YOUNIS, GAZA STRIP:The Izzadin al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, announced on Sunday that it had located the remains of an Israeli hostage who was killed in Gaza, saying the body would be returned later today if “field conditions are suitable.” “The al-Qassam Brigades found the body of an Israeli prisoner during ongoing search operations,” the group said in a statement, adding that any Israeli military escalation could obstruct the process. “We emphasize that any Zionist aggression or disruption in the field will hinder search and recovery efforts, delaying the occupation’s retrieval of its dead,” the statement read.…
Iraqi Shia leader Muqtada al-Sadr appears to be orchestrating a calculated pause in his decades-long pursuit of political dominance — a tactical retreat designed to prepare for an eventual and more decisive comeback. In a statement last month, al-Sadr declared that his movement would boycott the upcoming November elections, saying he sought to “change the faces and save Iraq.” But sources close to his camp suggest this is not an end, but rather a strategic delay aimed at reclaiming power on his own terms. Al-Sadr, who withdrew his bloc from parliament in 2022, has long positioned himself as an outsider…
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Friday that resolving the Palestinian conflict is essential for meaningful progress on the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) — a U.S.-backed initiative linking India to Europe through the Middle East. Speaking to reporters during his visit to New Delhi, Abdelatty emphasized that regional connectivity and stability cannot be separated from justice for the Palestinian people. “Connectivity is vital, but it must be part of a comprehensive settlement of the Palestinian cause,” he said. Abdelatty confirmed that he had discussed the IMEC project with his Indian counterpart and expressed Egypt’s openness to joining the…
Dubai Police have seized a vehicle and filed criminal charges against a motorist caught on video driving recklessly and harassing a delivery rider on a busy city road. The viral video, shared widely on social media, shows the driver deliberately blocking and intimidating a delivery biker, swerving dangerously close and forcing him to the side of the road. Police confirmed that the driver has been charged with reckless driving, endangering public safety, and harassment, while the car has been impounded as evidence. In an official statement, Dubai Police condemned the act, calling it “a serious violation of road safety and…
PARIS:French President Emmanuel Macron has appealed to outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to make a final attempt at reconciliation with rival political parties amid growing concerns over France’s deepening political crisis. According to French media reports, Macron personally met Lecornu, urging him to bridge political divides and help restore stability in the country. “For the sake of national unity, we must find common ground. France cannot afford more division,” Macron reportedly told the former prime minister. Lecornu, who resigned just 27 days after his nomination, had struggled to win parliamentary backing for his government agenda despite multiple outreach attempts. Insiders…
In a landmark move to enhance the pilgrim experience, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched the “Zamzam from Nusuk” service, enabling Hajj and Umrah pilgrims to conveniently order 330 ml bottles of Zamzam water online via the Nusuk platform. The initiative, inaugurated by Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, marks the first time that Zamzam water will be distributed nationwide in small bottles through a digital ordering and delivery system. According to the ministry, the service aims to ensure easy, safe, and reliable access to Zamzam water for both pilgrims and residents across Saudi Arabia.…
A wave of youth-led protests has shaken the island nation of Madagascar, where the military has seized power, dissolved parliament, and confirmed that President Andry Rajoelina has fled the country. The unrest — dubbed by local media as the “Gen Z Revolution” — mirrors similar movements in Nepal and other parts of the world, driven by a new generation demanding accountability, transparency, and better governance. After three weeks of massive demonstrations across the country, military spokesperson Colonel Michael Randrianarina announced on state television that the army had assumed control and would establish a transitional council to oversee reforms and organize…
