Former PML-N leaders Miftah Ismail and Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Saturday formally launched a new party named Awaam Pakistan, declaring it “open for all” to join. The leaders had long floated the idea of a new political entity to take the country out of perennial crises. Last month, a glimpse of Awaam Pakistan appeared on the country’s political horizon after a video posted on the X account of the party was shared with the tagline ‘Awaam Pakistan: Badlein ge nizam’ (People of Pakistan: We will change the system). The video, featuring a string of despondent citizens asking questions about multiple national issues, was…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
The Punjab government on Saturday imposed Section 144 across the province during Muharram in the light of “potential threats to public tranquility, sectarian harmony and general law and order situation”. According to an order issued by the Home Department, seen by Dawn.com, Section 144 would remain in place during the first 10 days of Muharram. The law empowers authorities to issue orders in the public interest that may place a ban on an activity for a specific period of time. It stated that “innovations at processions”, display of arms, hate speeches and distribution of sectarian material would be prohibited. The occupation…
The PTI has postponed its power show, which was set to be held in Islamabad’s Tarnol at 6pm today, after the district administration cancelled the no-objection certificate issued to the party. Earlier this week, the PTI had moved the Islamabad High Court to obtain the NOC from the administration. On Thursday, the IHC disposed of the petition when the state counsel claimed that the NOC had already been granted for the rally. However, the Islamabad administration in an official press release issued on Friday, without naming the party, stated the NOC for the “political gathering” had been cancelled due to “security issues”.…
Madonna can’t seem to be more thankful for a “miraculous recovery” one year after being discharged from the hospital after a health scare. “A year ago today, I had just come home from the hospital after surviving a life threatening illness, I could barely stand in my backyard holding one sparkler,” she wrote in the caption of an Instagram post Friday, alongside a carousel of photos that showed her Fourth of July celebrations the day prior. “I made a miraculous recovery and had an amazing year. Thank you God. Life is beautiful!,” she concluded. The 65-year-old Vogue hitmaker posted several images in…
Julia Roberts celebrated the 22nd anniversary of her marriage with her husband Danny Moder. Julia, 56, posted a photo of her and the cinematographer kissing on her Instagram account. July 4, captioning the post, “TWENTY TWO YEARS.” The Erin Brockovich actress decorated her caption with several emojis, including emojis of a groom, a bride, a dancing man and women and a partying face, along with 22 heart symbols in her message. “Lovers!!!!! Happiest of days to you both!!!!” commented Rita Wilson below the post, who appeared along Julia in the 1999 movie Runaway Bride and has been married to Tom Hanks for 36 years.…
Emma Roberts recently revealed that she watches her Aunt Julia Roberts’ films for “comfort” when she is by herself. The actress, who is Julia Roberts’ niece, expressed her desire to collaborate with the iconic star on a lucrative project. Speaking exclusively to Variety about her Oscar-winning aunt’s acclaimed films, Emma explained: “I watch her (Julia Roberts’) movies when I’m on location and by myself. I have movies of hers downloaded on my computer that I watch for comfort. My Best Friend’s Wedding and America’s Sweethearts are my safe movies.” In response to a question about working together with her aunt in a film, the 33-year-old multi-hyphenate…
Zara Tindall has been advised to stand united with the working members of the royal family as her mother, Princess Anne, halted her royal duties following a horrific accident. In conversation with GB News, Branding expert Desislava Dobreva believes it is high time for the British equestrian to “highlight the strong family bonds within the Royal Family by appearing with other family members during public events.” She added, “This approach will underscore the idea that the family is united and supportive during Princess Anne’s recovery.” Notably, for the past few days, reports have been circulating in the media that King Charles…
Jack Antonoff fueled rumours of feud between pal Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish with his recent comments. During an appearance on the Today show, the longtime collaborator of the Midnights artist appeared to take a dig at Billie’s hit track Lunch from her new album. “It’s hard to write unless you’re really compelled,” Antonoff said in the viral clip. “And sometimes what compels you is way more serious things.” He went on: “You don’t hear a lot of great songs about, like, one’s lunch order. So the things you don’t really understand and cause you pain are usually things worth writing about.” While it’s possible that…
The original six cast of the Avengers have reassembled for a brand-new project on Disney+. Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, and Jeremy Renner, who played Captain America, Iron Man, Hulk, Black Widow, and Hawkeye in the 2012 superhero film respectively, reunited for the first time in nearly six years to dub the film in native Lakota language. The new version was released on the streaming platform on Friday, July 05. Marvel Studios released a behind-the-scene video of the six stars coming together, offering a glimpse into the fun-filled recording process. The project, which was produced in a bid…
Miranda Cosgrove poised to bid Carly Shay a proper farewell. In a recent interview with Variety, the iCarly star teased the possibility of concluding the show with a movie. Touching upon the ending of season three, she mentioned that all the unanswered questions will be unveiled. “I’m pretty sure it’s gonna happen,” she said with an infectious smile on her face. “So, I’m excited, and I’d love to wrap up the story.” This hint by the 31-year-old actress comes after Paramount+ abruptly canceled the iCarly revival in October 2023, prompting outrage among fans who were left hanging after the third season’s dramatic conclusion. In the…
