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A Senate session was held in Islamabad on Thursday, presided over by Deputy Chairman Syedul Khan. Tensions arose between the opposition and the chair over the arrest of Senator Aon Abbas Buppi. Opposition members, led by Senator Shibli Faraz, vocally condemned the arrest, alleging it was politically motivated, and demanded an explanation from the Law Minister regarding the circumstances and potential release of Senator Buppi. The session escalated when Senator Manzoor Kakar engaged in a heated exchange with Deputy Chairman Syedul Khan, criticizing the chair’s conduct and asserting that senators are not subordinates. In response, the Deputy Chairman emphasized his…

Bollywood actress Kiara Advani has reportedly stepped away from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3 following her recent pregnancy announcement. This unexpected development has left fans wondering about the future of the much-anticipated action franchise, which stars Ranveer Singh as the new Don. Kiara Advani’s exit from Don 3 Kiara was confirmed as the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh in Don 3 back in February 2024. The casting announcement generated excitement as it marked her first collaboration with Singh and director Farhan Akhtar. However, just days after announcing her pregnancy on March 1, 2025, reports surfaced that she had decided to opt…

Social media is buzzing with rumors of Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma’s breakup. The couple, who had been dating for two years, reportedly ended their relationship a few weeks ago. While neither has officially confirmed the split, sources suggest that their busy schedules and personal differences may have played a role. What went wrong? Viral speculation suggests that marriage pressure caused friction between the two. According to reports, Tamannaah, who is currently in her mid-30s, expressed a strong desire to settle down, but Vijay did not share her sentiments. Allegedly, Tamannaah’s desire for commitment and her strong personality led to…

Sugar prices in Peshawar continue to rise during the holy month of Ramadan, defying government promises of price controls and subsidized rates for essential commodities. Retail vendors across Peshawar are selling sugar at prices ranging from Rs.165 to Rs.170 per kilogram, while wholesale market rates have reached Rs.160 per kilogram, according to market sources. The provincial government had announced plans to establish special stalls offering sugar at subsidized rates of Rs.130 per kilogram during Ramadan, but no such stalls have materialized across the city, leaving consumers to grapple with high market prices. The rising cost of sugar adds to the…

Investors showed strong buying interest in cement, oil & gas, and power sector shares, leading to a bullish trend in the stock market. During trading, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) surged by over 1,000 points, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index crossing the 113,000 mark once again. The index recorded an increase of 1,020 points, reaching 113,274 points. A significant factor driving market optimism was the global crude oil price dropping to its lowest level in 3.5 years, which is seen as positive news for Pakistan’s economy. Additionally, reports of the IMF’s willingness to accept a reduction in Pakistan’s tax collection…

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that the tax shortfall of Rs 605 billion will be addressed without the need for a mini-budget, as economic review talks between Pakistan and the IMF continue. According to officials, a plan has been presented to the IMF, under which the shortfall will be met through the settlement of pending tax cases. The IMF has been informed that the revenue target is expected to be achieved by June; otherwise, expenditure cuts will be made to compensate for any remaining deficit. The FBR is hopeful of securing Rs…

Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai paid a one-day visit to district Shangla, where she met with her family members and students at the school named after her in her native village, Barkana Shahpur. Accompanied by her parents, Ziauddin Yousafzai and Toor Pekai, Malala arrived in her hometown via helicopter from Islamabad under tight security arrangements. Upon her arrival, she received a warm welcome from her family and students of the school. During her visit, Malala met with her relatives and spent time at her old home. She also visited the Malala Yousafzai School, established for orphaned and underprivileged girls, where she…

Former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie has taken a swipe at Pakistan’s interim head coach Aaqib Javed, calling him a “clown” for his remarks regarding the team’s struggles and his push to become the full-time coach across all formats. Javed, while addressing a press conference following Pakistan’s early exit from the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy, had expressed concerns over the frequent changes in the coaching staff and selection committee, suggesting that instability at the top was a key factor in the team’s underwhelming performances. “We have changed nearly 16 coaches and 26 selectors in the last two years or so,”…

 US president Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, threatening severe consequences if Israeli captives held in Gaza are not released immediately. In a social media post on Wednesday, Trump cautioned the group’s leadership to leave Gaza while they still “have a chance,” adding that “a beautiful future” awaits the Palestinian people only if they do not hold hostages. “This is your last warning! For the leadership, now is the time to leave Gaza, while you still have a chance,” he wrote. “Also, to the People of Gaza: A beautiful Future awaits, but not if you hold Hostages.…

Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (National CERT) issued a warning on Wednesday regarding a large-scale phishing campaign using fake CAPTCHA images embedded in PDF files to spread Lumma Stealer malware. The attack, which compromised thousands of users, primarily targeted sectors such as technology, financial services, and manufacturing, with most victims based in North America, Asia, and Southern Europe. National CERT revealed that cybercriminals had been manipulating search engine results to distribute malicious PDFs. These files contained deceptive CAPTCHA images that encouraged users to click on a link, leading them to phishing websites. The sites were designed either to harvest…