13 h. ago Indian Sikh pilgrims cross into Pakistan after conflict closure

Pakistan welcomed the first group of Indian Sikh pilgrims on Tuesday at the Wagah-Attari border, marking the first major crossing since deadly clashes between the two neighbours in May. More than 2,100 pilgrims were granted special visas to attend a 10-day celebration commemorating the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the revered founder of Sikhism. […]

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39 h. ago Interior minister visits Shujaat Hussain to offer condolences

LAHORE – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the residence of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) president Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain on Monday to express condolences over the death of his brother-in-law, Javed Chattha. Naqvi conveyed heartfelt grief and sympathies to Shujaat and his family. Provincial Minister Chaudhry Shafay Hussain was also present during the visit. The […]

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40 h. ago 12th death anniversary of legendary folk singer Reshma observed today

LAHORE – The 12th death anniversary of Pakistan’s iconic folk singer Reshma, affectionately known as the “Nightingale of the Desert,” is being observed today (Monday). Born around 1947 in Bikaner, Rajasthan (India) to a Banjara family, Reshma’s extraordinary musical journey began when she was discovered singing at the shrine of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar. Her first […]

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43 h. ago Anthony Hopkins dismisses wife’s claim he’s autistic, calls it “rubbish”

LONDON: Legendary actor Anthony Hopkins has brushed off his wife Stella Arroyave’s suggestion that he may be autistic, saying he doesn’t believe in such labels. In a candid new interview with The Sunday Times, the 87-year-old Oscar-winning Silence of the Lambs star reflected on his personality quirks and habits, many of which his wife believes […]

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44 h. ago Selena Gomez says therapy and friends help her reset mentally

Singer and actress Selena Gomez has opened up about her mental health journey, sharing how she relies on her close friends and therapy to stay grounded. The 33-year-old Calm Down hitmaker spoke candidly during the Rare Impact Fund Benefit held in Los Angeles on October 29, an event aimed at raising $100 million to support […]

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44 h. ago John Mayer and Kat Stickler spark rumors after NYC dinner date

Singer John Mayer and TikTok influencer Kat Stickler have fueled dating rumors after being seen together on another dinner outing in New York City. The Your Body Is a Wonderland musician was spotted dining with Kat at Torrisi restaurant in the Nolita neighborhood over the weekend, according to celebrity gossip account Deuxmoi, where multiple eyewitnesses […]

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53 h. ago PM vows to take steps for prosecution of crimes against journalists

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Sunday, reiterated that the Government of Pakistan is firmly committed to protecting press freedom and ensuring a safe environment for journalists. In a message on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists being observed on November 2, he said “A free press is the guarantee for a […]

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54 h. ago Faisal Kapadia reveals shocking family link to Bollywood’s Dimple Kapadia

KARACHI: Pakistani singer Faisal Kapadia has dropped a bombshell in a recent podcast appearance, revealing that Bollywood legend Dimple Kapadia is his niece. Speaking on City 1016 ARN, Faisal shared a heartwarming family connection, explaining that Dimple’s father, Chunibhai Kapadia, was his cousin. He recalled how, back in 1984, Chunibhai had promised to take him […]

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64 h. ago Dengue death toll rises to 26 as cases surge in Hyderabad and Rawalpindi

HYDERABAD – The death toll from dengue fever has climbed to 26 after three more deaths were reported in Hyderabad, while 19 new cases surfaced in Rawalpindi over the past twenty-four hours. According to health officials, 30-year-old Mohammad Arshad Madni, a resident of Karachi, succumbed to the virus at a private hospital in Latifabad, Hyderabad. […]

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65 h. ago Tanveer Naqvi: Legendary lyricist who gave timeless songs to cinema

LAHORE – Tanveer Naqvi, remembered as one of Pakistan’s greatest film lyricists and ghazal poets, composed numerous evergreen songs that continue to resonate across generations. Born Syed Khurshid Ali, he adopted the pen name Tanveer Naqvi and rose to fame in the golden era of South Asian cinema. His lyrical genius graced many iconic films, […]

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68 h. ago Benson Boone cancels Birmingham concert due to throat illness

BIRMINGHAM – American singer-songwriter Benson Boone cancelled his concert in Birmingham, England, just an hour before showtime on Saturday, citing illness. In a heartfelt statement shared on Instagram, the Beautiful Things singer apologised to his fans, explaining that his throat condition had worsened despite his efforts to recover. “I have tried everything I can to […]

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68 h. ago Special train departs Larkana for Nankana Sahib to mark Guru Nanak’s 556th birth anniversary

LARKANA — Amid a festive atmosphere, a special train carrying hundreds of devotees departed from Larkana on Saturday for Nankana Sahib to participate in the 556th birth anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak. Men, women, and children from Larkana and Qambar-Shahdadkot districts gathered at the railway station to board the train. Hindu Panchayat Chairman Harish […]

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4 d. ago China ready to work with Canada to bring ties back to right track: Xi

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday that China is ready to work with Canada to bring China-Canada relations back to the right track of healthy, stable, and sustainable development at an early date for the better benefits of the two peoples. This year marks the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Canada, […]

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4 d. ago Did Naseebo Lal give birth at the age of 56? Singer clarifies

LAHORE: Veteran singer Naseebo Lal has denied rumours claiming she recently gave birth at the age of 56, clarifying that she has become a grandmother after her son welcomed a baby boy. The confusion began when reports circulated on social media suggesting the Punjabi music icon had become a mother again. The false claims spread […]

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4 d. ago Bishnoi gang involved in shooting at Punjabi singer’s Canada home

Canadian police are investigating a shooting outside the residence of Punjabi singer Chani Nattan after the Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly claimed responsibility for the attack. Authorities said a social media post from an account named Goldy Dhillon — believed to be a close aide of Bishnoi — took credit for the incident. The post claimed […]

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4 d. ago Nawaz Sharif condoles death of Barrister Usman Ibrahim’s wife

ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Nawaz Sharif, held a telephonic conversation with former MNA Barrister Usman Ibrahim to express his condolences over the passing of his wife. During the call, Nawaz Sharif conveyed his heartfelt grief and sorrow for the bereaved family, emphasizing his prayers for the departed soul to rest in eternal […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan Idol contestants barred from singing his songs: Sajjad Ali

TORONTO – Veteran Pakistani singer Sajjad Ali has revealed that contestants on Pakistan Idol are not allowed to perform his songs due to unresolved copyright negotiations with the show’s organisers. Speaking at a press conference in Canada, the Har Zulm hitmaker said the production team had approached him to obtain rights for contestants to perform […]

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4 d. ago Hurricane leaves causes massive destruction in Jamaica and Haiti

PORT-AU-PRINCE/KINGSTON/HAVANA – The death toll from Hurricane Melissa rose to 49 on Thursday after the Category 5 storm tore through the northern Caribbean, devastating Jamaica and Haiti before moving toward Bermuda. The storm, one of the strongest on record in the Atlantic, caused widespread flooding, power outages, and infrastructure damage across multiple nations. Haitian authorities […]

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5 d. ago Waqar Ehsin defends Fawad Khan’s role as Pakistan Idol judge against Humaira Arshad’s criticism

RAWALPINDI: In a recent exchange of opinions regarding the Pakistan Idol judging panel, Tinak Dhin famed singer Waqar Ehsin has come to the defense of actor and musician Fawad Khan, countering comments made by fellow artist Humaira Arshad. Humaira Arshad had raised concerns over Khan’s role as a judge, questioning his qualifications for evaluating singers […]

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5 d. ago Israel kills 46 children, 20 women in strikes to ‘avenge’ soldier’s death

CAIRO: Israel said it remains committed to the US-backed ceasefire in Gaza, despite its retaliation for the death of an Israeli soldier with day-long bombardment that Gaza health authorities said killed 104 people. Even as the military affirmed it still intended to uphold the truce in the Palestinian enclave, it announced it had carried out […]

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