Malaika Arora has returned home after performing the last rites for her father, Anil Mehta, who died by suicide on September 11. According to Pinkvilla, the “India’s Best Dancer” judge was accompanied by her sister, Amrita Arora, following their father’s funeral. Reports indicate that Malaika’s ex-husband, Arbaaz Khan, and his current wife, Sshura Khan, were among the first to arrive at the actress’ parents’ residence to pay their respects. Arbaaz’s family, including his father Salim Khan, mother Salma Khan, and brother Sohail Khan, were also present. However, Salman Khan was notably absent from the funeral, reportedly due to being out…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
By: Raja Zahid A Khanzada Press Conference | September 10, 2024 The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) is set to host its 24th edition at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, from *September 27-29, 2024*. Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the event will celebrate Hindi and South Indian cinema across five major industries. At the press conference, *Shah Rukh Khan* expressed his excitement about hosting the prestigious *NEXA IIFA Awards, saying, *”IIFA is a global celebration of Indian cinema, and I look forward to bringing this energy to Yas Island again.” He also added, “The…
India has confirmed its intention to participate online in the upcoming meeting of trade ministers from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), scheduled to be held in Islamabad on Thursday. As preparations for the high-level meeting proceed, senior officials from SCO member countries are engaged in discussions to finalize the meeting’s agenda. These deliberations are expected to extend into the following day to ensure a comprehensive agenda is established. The SCO, which includes member states such as China, Russia, India, and Pakistan, serves as a key platform for regional cooperation. On September 2, Pakistan extended an invitation to India’s Commerce and…
A wing commander of the Indian Air Force (IAF) has been booked by the Jammu and Kashmir Police on rape charges following allegations of sexual assault made by a female officer stationed at the same Air Force base in Srinagar. The complaint, filed by the woman officer, has resulted in an FIR under Section 376(2) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Budgam police station in central Kashmir, according to officials. Both officers are currently posted at the Air Force Station in Srinagar. In response to the allegations, the IAF has stated that it is fully cooperating with the police…
Two planes collided on the runway at Atlanta Airport in Georgia, USA, with photos on social media showing the tail of one aircraft partially severed. Delta Air Lines confirmed that one of its planes collided with a regional jet while taxiing for departure, causing damage to both aircraft. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and Delta stated that affected passengers would be rebooked on other flights. The collision involved a Delta Airbus A350, bound for Tokyo-Haneda, and an Endeavor Air CRJ-900, scheduled to depart for Lafayette, Louisiana. Endeavor Air, a Delta subsidiary, saw its regional jet’s tail damaged, while the A350…
UNITED NATIONS: A UN convoy transporting workers for a polio vaccination campaign in Gaza was attacked at an Israeli military checkpoint on Tuesday, according to a UN spokesperson. The convoy was reportedly held at gunpoint, with shots fired and vehicles rammed by a bulldozer. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, described the incident as “the latest example of the unacceptable dangers and impediments faced by humanitarian personnel in Gaza” due to Israeli forces. The convoy, carrying 12 staff members en route to support the polio campaign in northern Gaza Strip, had coordinated its movements with Israeli forces in advance.…
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Secretary Ambassador Syrus Sajjad Qazi concluded his tenure on Tuesday, marking the end of a largely uneventful one-year term. The Foreign Office announced Qazi’s retirement, noting he was the 32nd Foreign Secretary of Pakistan. Ambassador Amna Baloch, who was appointed as his successor last month, will take over the role. Baloch, the first woman from Sindh to assume this position in a long time, is set to lead the Foreign Office during a period of significant challenges. Qazi’s tenure, despite initial high expectations, ended with limited notable achievements. The Foreign Office faced ongoing issues, including administrative paralysis and…
In Islamabad on Tuesday, US Ambassador Donald Blome introduced “Recharge Pakistan,” an ambitious climate initiative designed to enhance flood resilience and water security in Pakistan’s most vulnerable regions. During the launch at the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services, Ambassador Blome emphasized the US commitment to partnering with Pakistan to safeguard climate-vulnerable communities and foster a greener, more resilient future. The initiative, supported by collaborations with Coca-Cola, the Green Climate Fund, the World Wide Fund for Nature, and the Pakistani government, aims to rehabilitate floodwater channels, reroute excess water, and restore wetlands to prevent dangerous runoff. The USAID has pledged $5…
On Tuesday, Western nations imposed fresh sanctions on Iran in response to its alleged supply of short-range missiles to Russia for use in the conflict with Ukraine. The United States announced sanctions targeting more than a dozen Iranian and Russian entities, including 10 individuals, six companies, and four vessels linked to Iran’s defense sector and missile deliveries. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo condemned Iran’s actions as “reckless” and said the new sanctions are part of a coordinated effort to address the threat posed by these missile transfers. The U.S. Department of State also designated Iran Air and five vessels involved…
An Israeli airstrike on the Al Mawasi humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis, Gaza, killed 40 people on Tuesday, according to the Palestinian civil defense agency. The area, previously designated a safe zone by Israel, was housing tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians. The Israeli military claimed it targeted a “Hamas command center” embedded within the humanitarian zone. Civil defense official Mohammed al-Mughair reported 40 dead and 60 wounded, with efforts ongoing to recover 15 missing individuals. The strike caused significant destruction, leaving “three deep craters” and burying entire families under the rubble. Survivors, who had sought refuge in Al Mawasi…
