ISLAMABAD: Political acrimony overshadowed budget discussion in the Senate with the government and opposition holding each other responsible for the economic woes of the country. Opening the debate, Leader of the Opposition Shibli Faraz said the PML-N and the PPP have been governing the country since 1971 including the terms of military dictators. He said the PTI and a large majority of people of the country were on the one side, while representatives of the elite and those part of the ‘illegitimate government’ were on the other side. “They are least concerned about sentiments of the people as they have not been…
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday invited JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman to become part of the ruling coalition led by the PML-N, as he visited the residence of his former ally to inquire about his well-being. The premier also proposed the formation of a committee to address the prevailing political issues and asked the Maulana to join it. A source in the PM’s office confirmed that the JUI-F leader was asked to join the ruling alliance and also play his part by joining a proposed committee to resolve political tensions in the country. A JUI-F spokesperson also confirmed…
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Thursday finally constituted 40 standing committees, including the powerful Public Accounts Committee (PAC), after more than a three-month delay. According to an official announcement of the National Assembly Secretariat, the speaker has finalised the members’ names of the committees in pursuance of the motion adopted in the National Assembly on May 17. A source in the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), who is a part of the process, told that according to the agreed formula, the opposition Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) would get the chairmanship of 10 committees, including the PAC. Besides, he…
Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmad on Friday said he has received complaints and letters — many verbally — of interference in judicial matters by “institutions”. Addressing an event in Rawalpindi, Justice Ahmad asserted, “I have full faith that this interference of the establishment in the judiciary will come to its end very soon.” He explained he was saying so not just because it was “part of my faith but also includes my experience”. “To get rid of the establishment’s interference, we have to face it with bravery, courage and without any fear, and with the belief…
Jin, the oldest member of BTS, treated his fans, known as ARMY, to free hugs after he was discharged from his mandatory military service. However, he encountered some inconvenience. A video from the free hug event on Thursday, June 14, is making rounds in which the 31-year-old South Korean singer-songwriter requests his fans not to “attack” him after several fans rushed in for the hug out of excitement. At first, he said in Korean, “Guys, I know you like me. But don’t rush into me!” The Moon crooner asked for assistance translating it for the fans and continued, “Don’t attack, please.” “Slowly,…
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may get the public’s sympathy after it emerged that the couple is under threat by ‘far-right extremists’. Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams spoke to The Mirror and revealed that the Duke of Sussex’s pursuit for top notch security for his family, for which he has been denied by the UK government, may garner a soft spot in the public’s hearts after the threat emerged. “His attempt to pay personally for extra police protection, has the obvious disadvantage that it would create a two-tier system and, as expected, failed in court.” The expert noted that the Duke of Sussex’s…
Prince William sparked curiosity with a secret visit to M16 for mysterious reasons. According to reports, the Prince of Wales met with the Secret Intelligence Service of the United Kingdom, equipped with protecting the state from foreign risks, on Thursday. The media was made privy to the visit only after it had happened by appearing the Court Circular, the daily list of official royal engagements. The entry in the log simply read, “The Prince of Wales this afternoon visited the Secret Intelligence Service,” steering clear of further details. The future King of England previously made a similar visit in 2022,…
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock have finally made their way to reprise their roles in Practical Magic 2. In an interview with People Magazine on Thursday, June 13, Kidman, 56, confirmed the reports of her return in the sequel as Gillian Owens, while Bullock, 59, as Sally Owens. “Yes, I will be in it. And Sandy will be in it. And that’s that,” the Expats star sealed the swirling news, adding, “There’s a lot more to tell which are we go.” She teased, “Ok, this is kind of interesting now to be able to do this.” “[We] found a way in,” The Big Little…
Jin wanted to celebrate his return from mandatory military service along his fans with a free hug event. However, it stirred some controversy. According to Koreanboo, on Thursday, June 13, some female fans kissed the Moon crooner while hugging him. After the video went viral, netizen and the ARMY flooded social media with vexed reactions, standing up for the singer, 31, who could be seen quite uncomfortable with the kissing move. One user wrote, “Seriously, what is wrong with her?” Another expressed astonishment at the fact that there were more than one fan who kissed Jin, saying, “She’s not the only one to try…
Rachel Leviss added The Traitors season three on her must-watch shows list because of Tom Sandoval’s stint on the show. According to Entertainment Tonight, in the latest episode of Rachel Goes Rogue podcast, the Vanderpump Rules alum says his ex is a “master manipulator,” and it would be interesting to watch him in a show where he would be encouraged to use his manipulative nature to the fullest extent. “I think I might have to tune in to watch that,” she said. “… I have been watching last season’s Traitors. The dynamic is very interesting… I may have to tune in for this because I feel like…
