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  • Aleema Khan rules out differences with Salman Akram Raja, says he is ‘family’

    Aleema Khan rules out differences with Salman Akram Raja, says he is ‘family’

    ISLAMABAD: Aleema Khan, sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, has clarified that there has been no disagreement or argument with Salman Akram Raja, stating that he remains their legal counsel and is considered “like family.”

    Speaking to the media, Aleema Khan dismissed rumours of a dispute with Raja. “There has been no harsh exchange with Salman Akram Raja. He is our lawyer and like family. It might be a personal matter for him,” she said.

    When asked about the upcoming by-elections, Aleema acknowledged that the matter is under discussion but stressed that any decision would ultimately be made by the party leadership.

    Commenting on the ongoing crackdown on PTI workers and supporters, Aleema Khan said, “Arrests won’t make a difference. I don’t understand why children are being picked up. I’ve also said they can arrest me too.”

    Meanwhile, PTI leader Uzma Khan stated that the party founder had clearly advised against participating in the by-elections, arguing that it would only harm the party and provide justification for the “unjust disqualifications.”

    Read more: Aleema Khan’s son arrested in May 9 cases, confirms Lahore police

    It is worth noting that just a day earlier, Salman Akram Raja had announced his decision to step down from his position as PTI’s Secretary General.

    In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Raja said he would be formally requesting to resign from the position, though he would continue to offer legal services to the party.

  • 150,000 relocated to safety amid Sutlej River floods

    150,000 relocated to safety amid Sutlej River floods

    ISLAMABAD: Nearly 150,000 people have been relocated to safer areas in Punjab’s flood-prone districts after early warnings from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) about rising water levels in the Sutlej River, officials said on Tuesday

    Acting on the NDMA’s advance alerts, the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) launched large-scale evacuation operations, deploying emergency response teams and placing all relevant departments on high alert to protect lives and property.

    According to NDMA data, evacuations include 89,868 people from Bahawalnagar, 14,140 from Kasur, 2,063 from Okara, 873 from Pakpattan, 361 from Bahawalpur, and 165 from Vehari. The authority added that around 40,000 residents had already moved to safer locations soon after initial warnings.

    Read More: India releases more water into Sutlej River, flood alert issued

    The NDMA has directed institutions and emergency services to remain on high alert and urged citizens to stay away from rivers, streams, and low-lying areas, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow safety guidelines disseminated via TV, radio, mobile alerts, and the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert app.

  • Is Venus Williams retiring after US Open defeat?

    Is Venus Williams retiring after US Open defeat?

    Veteran tennis star Venus Williams has opened up about her retirement plans as she suffered a first-round defeat against Karolina Muchova at the US Open.  (more…)

  • Real-life fan? Man disguises as delivery boy to enter Shah Rukh Khans Mannat

    Real-life fan? Man disguises as delivery boy to enter Shah Rukh Khans Mannat

    In a bizarre move, a die-hard Shah Rukh Khan fan attempted to enter the Bollywood megastar’s house, Mannat, disguised as a delivery boy.

    Indian social media influencer, Shubham Prajapat, left his 70k Instagram followers amused with his hilarious creativity, as he shared a video of himself trying to get into Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic Mumbai bungalow, impersonating a rider of a private food delivery company.

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    The video opens with Prajapat initially waiting patiently outside the main gate of Mannat to enter the property and catch a glimpse of the ‘Jawan’ star and his family’s luxurious abode. However, he was left disappointed when the security personnel predictably denied him entry.

    That’s when the content creator decided to order two cold coffees from Zomato, for himself and SRK, and convinced the actual delivery guy to hand him over his bike and the delivered parcel. As he confidently approached the main gate again, to enter as a delivery guy, he was instructed by security guards to use the ‘secret back door’ instead.

    As he followed the instructions, Prajapat was excited to finally get inside Mannat, but his hopes crumbled again when another security guard asked him to call the number that had been used to place the order.

    When he failed to do so, the guard quipped, “Ek phone karega toh poora coffee wala nachega uske saamne (If Shah Rukh Khan would make a call, the coffee maker himself would break into a dance),” denying him entry.

     

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    The video has since gone viral, and netizens can’t help but appreciate Prajapat for his creativity, but more than that, they can’t get enough of the guard’s one-liner.

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  • Utility Stores: ECC to ‘okay’ package for employees today – Pakistan

    Utility Stores: ECC to ‘okay’ package for employees today – Pakistan

    ISLAMABAD: A special financial package for employees of the Utility Stores Corporation is expected to be approved today (Tuesday) by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC), ARY News reported, citing sources.

    As per details, the Ministry of Industries is prepared to present the proposal to the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) in today’s meeting for approval.

    Sources indicate that the ministry has requested a Rs27 billion package for Utility Stores employees. The summary will likely be tabled during today’s ECC meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb.

    The ECC is set to deliberate on a four-point agenda during the meeting. Key items include:

    1. Approval of a Rs11 billion technical supplementary grant for the state-run television broadcaster.

    2. Review of the summary for refinery upgrades under the Pakistan Oil Refining Policy 2023.

    Read more: Utility stores shut down across Pakistan

    3. Discussion on tariff-related matters concerning the White Pipeline project from Thallian to Taru Jabba.

    4. Consideration of a proposal to provide relief in the Captive Transition Levy for electricity consumers.

    In July, the federal government formally shut down all utility stores across the country following the approval from Prime Minister (PM) Shhebaz Sharif and Utility Stores Corporation (USC).

    According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Industries and Production, all sorts of sales and purchase have been closed on utility stores.

    The federal government had set 31st July, 2025 as the official deadline to close down the stores. The decision was taken in a high-level meeting held on 28th June on the directive of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

  • What went wrong at KnokX wrestling? Rampage Jackson responds to son’s role

    What went wrong at KnokX wrestling? Rampage Jackson responds to son’s role

    Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson has strongly criticised his son Raja Jackson after the 25-year-old allegedly assaulted professional wrestler Stewart Smith during a live-streamed event in Los Angeles.

    The incident took place at KnokX Pro Wrestling Academy, where video footage shows Raja Jackson body-slamming and punching Stewart Smith repeatedly, even after the wrestler appeared unconscious.

    Other wrestlers intervened to stop the attack, but Rampage Jackson’s son left the venue before police arrived. Detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department are investigating the case.

    KnokX Pro Wrestling Academy condemned the act, describing it as a dangerous and irresponsible breach of trust during what should have been a staged wrestling sequence. They emphasised that such violence has no place in the sport.

    Rampage Jackson issued a public apology on X (former Twitter), calling his son’s behaviour “unacceptable” and stressing his concern for Stewart Smith’s recovery.


    Rampage Jackson revealed that Raja Jackson had suffered a concussion during training and should not have participated in any physical event.

    According to Rampage Jackson, the situation escalated after Stewart Smith struck Raja Jackson with a can during the event, which was intended as part of the show.

    However, Rampage Jackson acknowledged it was a grave error for his son, an MMA fighter with no professional wrestling background, to take part in the event.

    Stewart Smith is currently hospitalised but is said to be conscious and recovering. His family confirmed he remains under observation following critical care. A fundraising campaign has been launched to assist with his medical expenses.

    In its 17 years of operation, KnokX Pro Wrestling Academy stated that nothing this severe had occurred before and apologised to fans and patrons. No arrests have been made so far, and police inquiries continue against Rampage Jackson’s son.

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  • 406 people die, 245 injured in KP rainfall and flash floods: PDMA

    406 people die, 245 injured in KP rainfall and flash floods: PDMA

    PESHAWAR: PDMA Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday said that 406 people have died and 245 injured in rainfall and flash floods in the province.

    “The death toll included 167 women and 108 children,” Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) KP has stated in its update on losses.

    PDMA in a factsheet has said that 245 people have injured in various incidents in the province including 121 men, 92 women and 32 children.

    According to the PDMA, the death toll of flooding in district Buner has soared to 237, the highest death toll in the affected areas. Moreover, 128 people injured in the disaster-hit district.

    Flooding claimed 42 lives in Swabi district, 36 lives in Shangla and 25 in Mansehra, PDMA said.

    PDMA stated that in rain-related incidents in Bajaur 22 people died, while 20 died in flooding in Swat.

    The rainfall and flash floods damaged overall 2810 properties in which 2136 houses partially damaged, while 674 structures were thoroughly destroyed in the natural calamity, PDMA said.

    According to PDMA report, maximum 1469 houses damaged by flooding in Buner district.

    According to the PDMA, 324 educational institutions were affected in recent rainfall, including 18 schools completely destroyed and 306 others partially damaged.

    Moreover, 5916 livestock also perished in rainfall and flash floods.

  • Liverpool suffer huge blow in Isak transfer

    Liverpool suffer huge blow in Isak transfer

    Liverpool recorded a stunning victory against Newcastle Unite late on Monday, but suffered a huge blow in striker Alexander Isak transfer saga. (more…)

  • Pakistan Railways to launch new Rawalpindi-Islamabad train service

    Pakistan Railways to launch new Rawalpindi-Islamabad train service

    LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has decided to introduce a new train service between Islamabad and Rawalpindi to facilitate daily commuters.

    The decision was taken during a high-level meeting at Railways Headquarters in Lahore, chaired by Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi and attended by Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi.

    The meeting reviewed the overall security situation of Pakistan Railways, with a particular focus on safeguarding railway lines and operations in Balochistan. Officials briefed the ministers on measures being implemented to strengthen security across the network.

    A joint crackdown against encroachments on railway land was also approved. It was decided that the National Constabulary, in coordination with Railways Police, will actively participate in anti-encroachment operations. The Interior Minister assured full cooperation of the Frontier Constabulary (FC) in these efforts.

    Speaking at the meeting, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said all necessary measures would be taken to ensure foolproof security of railway tracks and trains, stressing that passenger safety remains the government’s top priority. He also commended recent initiatives to improve Pakistan Railways’ performance.

    Read More: Pakistan Railways announces bullet train between Karachi and Lahore

    Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi thanked the Interior Minister for his continued support, particularly in facilitating the anti-encroachment campaign.

    The meeting was also attended by Pakistan Railways CEO Amir Ali Baloch, IG Railways Police Rai Tahir, and other senior officials.

  • Lil Nas X released from jail after pleading not guilty to felonies

    Lil Nas X released from jail after pleading not guilty to felonies

    Grammy-winning rapper Montero Lamar Hill, aka Lil Nas X, has been released from jail after pleading not guilty to all four felonies he was charged with, following a police altercation.

    For the unversed, American rapper Lil Nas X, 26, was arrested earlier this week, after he charged at a police officer, who responded to a report of a ‘nude man walking in the street’, on Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles.

    After being hospitalised briefly for a possible drug overdose, the celebrity was arrested for battery on a police officer.

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    Lil Nas X was later charged with three counts of battery with injury on a police officer, in addition to one count of resisting an executive officer.

    If convicted, the ‘Old Town Road’ singer could have faced up to five years in prison; however, per the news release by the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, he has pleaded not guilty to all the felonies and was released from the Los Angeles jail, in Van Nuys, California, on Monday.

    The singer is due to return to the court on September 15 for a preliminary hearing in the case.

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