ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan reiterated on Monday that he had given a call to hold a peaceful protest outside the military’s General Headquarters (GHQ) in case of his arrest on May 9, but his party was not involved in the violence, which he termed “pre-planned”. Explaining his stance to the media, the PTI founder said he had certain apprehensions after the assassination attempts and issued directions to the party to hold peaceful protests inside cantonments and outside GHQ in case of his arrest. Earlier, an accountability court extended the remand of Mr Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi for…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
PESHAWAR: At least five militants were gunned down by security forces in separate actions in different parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, whereas a police constable embraced martyrdom during an operation conducted by law enforcement agencies. In a statement issued on Monday, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that security forces conducted a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Mohmand district, in which three militants were killed. The statement claimed that forces recovered a cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives during the operation. “However, during intense fire exchange, Constable Abrar Hussain, a resident of district Swabi, having fought gallantly, embraced martyrdom,” the ISPR said.…
RAWALPINDI: Jamaat-i-Islami chief Naeemur Rehman on Monday said the sit-in organised at Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi was the first phase of their movement as after the acceptance of their demands regarding inflation and inflated power bills, the religio-political party would commence the second phase which would focus on “changing the system”. The JI leader was addressing the participants of the sit-in as well as the women-led demonstration organised by the party in Rawalpindi on Murree Road where its sit-in has been going on for the past four days despite rain or shine. Hafiz Naeemur Rehman warned that the JI in consultations with traders, industrialists,…
ISLAMABAD: Imminent rains across the country may cause flash floods and urban flooding in many parts of the country, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said on Monday. Monsoon currents from the Bay of Bengal are expected to enter the central and southern parts from July 27 to August 3, which may bring heavy rainfall in the catchment areas of the country’s river systems, it said in an advisory. Under the influence of this system, heavy to hefty rainfall is expected from July 28 to August 4. Flash floods are expected in the northeastern parts of Punjab including Deg, Basemter…
Tribal clashes which have been ongoing for the past seven days in different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kurram District claiming 49 lives and leaving more than 200 people injured have come to a halt, the deputy commissioner (DC) said on Tuesday. According to the police and district administration, armed clashes between Boshehra and Maleekhel tribesmen had begun on the evening of July 24. Despite efforts from a jirga of elders from the Hangu and Orakzai districts to secure a ceasefire, fighting had continued, with both sides resorting to using heavy weapons to target each other’s positions. Soon the hostilities spread to other areas, including Peewar,…
Demi Lovato, a renowned dog lover, has welcomed a new furry friend into her family! The 31-year-old singer shared a heartwarming Instagram post on Sunday, July 28, featuring photos and a video of her new puppy, affectionately named “PICKLE.” The Let It Go singer’s fiancé, Jordan ‘Jutes’ Lutes, reposted the adorable carousel on his Instagram Stories. Just a week ago, Lovato announced the new addition to their family with an Instagram Stories snap, saying “Meet our new son Pickle.” The latest post showcases Lovato cuddling with Pickle, who’s wrapped in a towel after a bath, in the lead photo. The Heart Attack crooner Instagram…
Meghan Markle has garnered praise and affection ahead of the royal family’s big celebration at Balmoral in August. The Duchess of Sussex received special titles of a ‘supportive’ and ‘loving’ being as she flew from Montecito to New York in a private jet to attend the G9 Ventures Summer Summit. For the unversed, the former Suits actress was spotted at a star-studded event with her longtime friend Bobbi Brown and designer Misha Nonoo, which took place in the Hamptons on Friday. Moreover, the Spanx founder Sara Blakely and millionaire IT Cosmetics co-founder Jamie Kern Lima were also seen rubbing shoulders with the Duchess…
Katy Perry is set to bounce back from the underwhelming response to Woman’s World with a new single, Lifetimes. On Monday, May 29, Katy Perry took to Instagram to officially announce the release of her brand-new single. She wrote to her 206 million followers, “LIFETIMES AUGUST 9 SONG + VIDEO PRE-SAVE NOW KATY.TO/LIFETIMES.” Meanwhile, another clip featured the former American Idol judge grooving alongside influencer duo Brooke Blewitt and Jess Qualter, accompanying the teaser snippet. Perry said the track was heavily inspired by her and fiancé Orlando Bloom’s daughter Daisy, who is set to turn four on August 20. During an appearance on The One Show,…
Tori Spelling is looking back on the tragic death of her best friend Shannen Doherty. Rehashing the hysterics of the day her Beverly Hills, 90210 co-star passed away, the 51-year-old actress revealed that her phone ‘kept buzzing’ at 7am as the news sent shockwaves through her inner circle. Spelling, who expressed grief over Doherty’s death now and every then, opened up on her misSPELLING podcast about the horrific moment she learned the 53-year-old was gone. She said, “It kept going off. I checked the time, and it was 7am, and I knew immediately. I was… I was like, ‘Oh my god. Somebody’s passed,…
Prince Harry has been advised to heal a broken relationship with his father King Charles and brother Prince William. A royal commentator Arthur Edwards opened up about a special bond the now estranged siblings used to share when their mother Princess Diana was alive. The royal biographer shared that the People’s Princess’ letters highlighted William adored his little brother and showered him with hugs and kisses. In conversation with The Sun, he said, “William adores his little brother and spends the entire time pouring an endless supply of hugs and kisses over Harry.” He added, “They were very close. I mean,…
