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Iran hosted a World Cup departure rally attended by thousands of fans in Tehran’s Enqelab Square on Wednesday night even if concerns remain about the team getting into the United States and competing at the tournament. The players, who will continue their preparations at a training camp in Turkey next week, were cheered by the crowd as they made patriotic statements from a stage and the kit they will wear at the June 11 to July 19 tournament was unveiled. “This is the best send-off in the last four World Cup campaigns,” Iranian FA (FFIRI) President Mehdi Taj told state…

The election commission has released the final list of candidates for the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly polls, with a total of 403 contenders entering the race. Of these, 272 are independent candidates, while 131 represent political parties. The elections will see participation from eight women candidates, including five independents and one each from Pakistan Peoples Party, Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, and Pakistan National Party. Among party candidates, Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians is fielding 23 candidates, Pakistan Muslim League-N 22, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam 9, Islami Tehreek Pakistan 10, Jamaat-e-Islami 6, Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen 7, Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party 15, and Pakistan Nazariati Party 10. MQM has 6 candidates,…

Almost 90 people were killed in a violent ​storm that pounded India’s most populous ‌state of Uttar Pradesh with rain and hail, a state official told Reuters. Storms are ​common in the northern state during ​the hot season from March to ⁠June, before monsoon rains bring respite. Television ​images showed trees and billboards uprooted ​by gusts of wind in Wednesday’s storm, sending some crashing into cars amid clouds of ​dust and debris that blew down ​wooden furniture at roadside stalls. “About 89 people were ‌killed ⁠because of the storm, lightning, and rain-related incidents,” said the official, who sought anonymity because of lack…

The International Monetary Fund has reportedly expressed serious concerns over Pakistan’s growing tax shortfall during ongoing technical-level budget talks with the Finance Ministry. Officials are currently sharing fiscal data with the IMF delegation as discussions continue over the country’s upcoming federal budget and new tax measures worth more than Rs400 billion. According to reports, Ishaq Dar has been assigned the central role in preparing the upcoming budget. A committee headed by Dar will finalise tax proposals and key fiscal recommendations for the next financial year. IMF raises concerns over revenue gap Sources said the IMF expressed reservations over the Rs683 billion tax shortfall and…

The United Arab Emirates has firmly denied reports that Benjamin Netanyahu conducted a covert visit to the Gulf state during the US-Israel military escalation involving Iran. The statement comes amid rising regional tensions and growing cooperation between Israel and Gulf countries. Abu Dhabi stressed that all diplomatic relations remain official and publicly known. The UAE state news agency WAM said its relationship with Israel is “public and transparent,” established under the framework of the Abraham Accords. It strongly rejected suggestions of any undisclosed diplomatic activity. The statement added that any claims of secret visits or arrangements are “baseless” unless confirmed by official Emirati authorities. Netanyahu’s alleged meeting…

US Vice President ‌JD Vance said on Wednesday he believes progress is being ​made in negotiations ​with Iran to end hostilities, ⁠after President Donald Trump ​rejected Tehran’s latest proposal ​as unacceptable. “I think that we are making progress. The fundamental question ​is do we ​make enough progress that we satisfy ‌the ⁠President’s red line?” Vance told reporters at the White House. “And the red line ​is ​very ⁠simple. He needs to feel confident that ​we put a ​number ⁠of protections in place such that Iran will never ⁠have ​a nuclear ​weapon.” Vance brushed aside concerns over President Donald Trump’s comments…

Actor Bilal Abbas Khan, who was recently loved for his role as Kamyaar in the globally popular drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu opposite Hania Aamir, is currently performing Hajj in Saudi Arabia. Bilal has often been admired by fans for maintaining a simple and spiritual lifestyle away from the glamour of the entertainment industry. He is frequently seen visiting Makkah and Madinah and had even spent this year’s Ramzan in Madinah, away from the spotlight and social media attention. Now, it has been confirmed that the actor is on his Hajj pilgrimage. Critic Dr Ejaz Waris revealed the news during…

Veteran Bollywood actress Tabu has candidly spoken about the gender disparity women continue to face in the film industry, particularly regarding ageing and professional expectations. The actress recently reflected on how women in Bollywood are often judged more for their age than their work, while also revealing how she handles film offers she does not connect with creatively. During a conversation with Harper’s Bazaar India, the Haider actress opened up about the constant focus placed on women’s age in the entertainment industry. “People are more worried about your age than you are yourself,” Tabu said while discussing the pressures faced by ageing actresses in Bollywood.…

Actor Aamir Khan is reportedly preparing to reprise his iconic role of Ranchhoddas Shamaldas Chanchad in a sequel to the blockbuster film 3 Idiots. The upcoming project is expected to reunite the original trio, including R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi, more than a decade after the release of the 2009 classic. According to a report by Hindustan Time,  the sequel has already entered the pre-production phase. A source close to the development claimed that Aamir Khan has started working on the project and is set to return as Rancho, the beloved engineering student who became one of Bollywood’s most memorable characters. The insider also revealed that…

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has responded to social media backlash surrounding his upcoming film Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, saying he would never be part of a “regressive” project. The actor, widely known for choosing socially relevant and unconventional films, addressed criticism that the movie promotes infidelity and chaotic relationships. Ayushmann Khurrana responds to backlash In an interview with Mathrubhumi English, the Andhadhun star defended the film and explained that audiences may have misunderstood its core message. “I have always been part of progressive cinema. I will never be part of a film that is regressive. We are not glorifying infidelity…