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Uttarakhand minister Subodh Uniyal has responded to the backlash over his confrontation with Indian singer Daler Mehndi during a public event, saying he had no intention of hurting the performer. Speaking to the media, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader said he questioned Mehndi’s performance because the singer appeared to be struggling to speak and walk while lip-syncing. Uniyal said the situation raised suspicions about the singer’s condition, but he only learnt that Mehndi was unwell after interrupting the show. The minister said he felt pressured to intervene because of his role as the local representative associated with the event’s…

Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan has made a bold fashion statement with her latest Instagram pictures, showcasing an all-black leather ensemble that combines contemporary elegance with edgy styling. Kareena wore a fitted black leather jacket featuring a deep V-neckline, structured shoulders and a peplum-style waist. She paired it with a matching leather skirt featuring a thigh-high slit, adding a dramatic touch to the coordinated outfit. The actor completed the look with black rectangular sunglasses, minimal jewellery and softly styled open hair. Her understated makeup kept the focus on the outfit’s structured silhouette and glossy leather finish. Kareena’s latest look draws…

Apple has introduced a “Made for iPhone Duo” badge on App Store product pages to help users identify apps optimised for its foldable smartphone. According to a report by Neowin, the label highlights apps designed to take advantage of the iPhone Duo’s dual-display setup, allowing developers to make better use of the device’s larger inner screen. In a press release, Apple highlighted apps and games across several categories that offer experiences tailored to the foldable device. The company said both displays share the same aspect ratio, allowing apps to transition smoothly between the outer and inner screens while scaling proportionally.…

Design platform Canva has launched its first in-house image generation model, Canva Craft, as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities to compete with image-generation technologies developed by Google, OpenAI, ByteDance and Meta. Developed by Canva’s research team, the model is designed to produce images with accurate object details, readable text and layouts suited to different digital platforms. According to the company, Canva Craft uses a two-stage process. First, it interprets a user’s prompt and develops a plan covering spatial relationships, relative sizes, visual hierarchy and text generation. It then generates an image at resolutions of up to 2K across as…

Iran has warned that it could expand any renewed conflict with the United States to American military bases across the Middle East if US forces continue escorting vessels through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Tehran has also threatened potential strikes against airports, oil pipelines and other civilian infrastructure in neighbouring Gulf countries if the US and Israel resume their air campaign, raising concerns over regional security and global energy supplies. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the ideological arm of the country’s military, issued the warning on Thursday in a statement published on its Sepah News website. “The US…

Security forces have foiled an attempted terrorist attack on an unoccupied construction company camp in Gwadar, Balochistan, killing seven terrorists and surrounding several others, according to security sources. The sources said the forces acted promptly to prevent the terrorist attack. According to security sources, a clearance operation was underway in the surrounding areas to eliminate any remaining terrorist threats. The sources said three terrorists had been killed on Thursday night during the operation, while three additional suspects were surrounded by security personnel. Separately, four other suspected terrorists had been encircled at a hotel near the Gwadar highway, the sources said.…

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed the roadmap for HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 12, opening the direct-signing window for all eight franchises ahead of the player auction scheduled for January 23, 2027. According to the PCB, the tournament will run from March 18 to May 2, 2027, featuring 44 matches over 46 days across five to six venues. The announcement marks the beginning of the player recruitment process, with franchises now able to begin assembling their squads for the 12th edition of Pakistan’s premier T20 league. PSL 12 direct-signing window opens The direct-signing window opened on October 23…

United States President Donald Trump has accused Iran of doing everything possible to raise oil prices ahead of the US midterm elections. In a post on Truth Social, Trump alleged that Iran was spreading ‘false’ reports about attacks and sea mines. ‘More oil passes through Hormuz than before war’ He said more oil was passing through the Strait of Hormuz than before the war began. Trump reiterated that he would never allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons. Earlier, it was reported that the United States and Israel have developed plans for renewed military strikes against Iran…

LAHORE : With support from the Punjab government, Chinese textile company Challenge Fashion (Pvt.) Ltd. has completed a three-kilometre access road linking the main highway to its garment factory under construction on a roughly 100-acre site in Lahore. The Special Economic Zone (SEZ) project is expected to generate up to $500 million in foreign exchange earnings and create approximately 30,000 jobs, according to company projections. A company official told Gwadar Pro that factory infrastructure is expected to be completed in March 2027. Challenge Fashion plans to invest $150 million over three to five years, while supporting industries, including textile materials…

Pakistan is seeking to deepen cooperation in the blue economy across the Asia-Pacific region, with a commercial diplomat highlighting the country’s seafood resources and export performance at a major industry gathering in China’s Hainan province. Muhammad Imran, Commercial Counselor at the Consulate General of Pakistan in Guangzhou, joined the opening ceremony of the Asia-Pacific (Hainan) Seafood Industry Supply Chain Conference (APSIC 2026) on October 21 in Haikou, a coastal city and a key hub of the Hainan Free Trade Port, where he said he felt the vibrant momentum of the Asia-Pacific seafood sector and witnessed the shared vision of all…