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KARACHI: The name of Shahzain Mari, who allegedly tortured citizen in Karachi’s Boat Basin area along with his colleagues, has surfaced in Mustafa Amir case, ARY News reported. According to sources, authorities have uncovered a connection between Shahzain Mari and Sahir Hassan, the son of renowned actor Sajid Hasan, who is under arrest in connection with Mustafa Amir kidnap and murder case. The investigation, led by the CIA team, has implicated Armaghan and Sahir Hassan, who were allegedly found in possession of narcotics. Further probing has also implicated Shah Zain Mari, who allegedly purchased drugs from the suspects, according to CIA sources. It is pertinent to mention here that a group of armed men traveling in a car attacked and assaulted citizens in the Boat Basin area, sparking chaos as CCTV footage of the incident went viral. Read More: FIA, ANF directed to probe Mustafa Amir case In a video, the armed individuals can be seen reversing their car and hitting another vehi...

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Following England’s elimination from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign, former England captain Michael Atherton said that Jos Buttler’s tenure as white-ball skipper is ‘finished’. Despite an extraordinary 120 off 111 balls from Joe Root, England got knocked out after an eight-run defeat to Afghanistan on Wednesday at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. “I think his time is done as captain. England judge themselves on ICC events, and because they come so frequently now, they build towards these tournaments,” Michael Atherton said while speaking to a media outlet. “Sometimes you just have to say it’s not working, and therefore, it’s time for a change. Deep down, he probably knows that,” Michael Atherton added. On Michael Atherton’s opinions, former England captain Nasser Hussain questioned Jos Buttler’s role as captain. Nasser Hussain also compared Jos Buttler and Eoin Morgan as white-ball captains. “I have never looked at Buttler and thought… wow, what a leader.’ He doesn’t have that ...

LAHORE: The Mines and Minerals Department Punjab and NESPAK have joined hands for the Attock Placer Gold Project, marking a significant milestone in country’s mining sector. It was stated by Zargham Eshaq Khan, Managing Director NESPAK, here on Thursday. The undertaking of the Attock Placer Gold Deposits Project by NESPAK is a significant development in the mineral sector. In this regards, NESPAK has signed a contract for “Consultancy Services for Preparing Bidding Documents and Transaction Advisory Services for Nine Placer Gold Blocks along River Indus in District Attock.” Pakistan is endowed with abundant mineral resources, including construction materials, industrial minerals, and precious metals, which hold immense potential for driving the country’s economic growth. Properly addressing the challenges and capitalizing on opportunities in this sector can position Pakistan as a key player in the global mining industry. NESPAK has long been a cornerstone of Pakistan’s developme...

A Lahore sessions court sentenced a man to death on Wednesday for committing blasphemy against the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him), other Islamic figures and religious rituals. The first information report (FIR) — a copy of which is available with Dawn.com — of the case was filed at the Shahdara Town police station on September 29, 2020, by a member of the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan party under Sections 295A (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings of any class by insulting its religion or religious beliefs) and 295C (use of derogatory remarks, etc, in respect of the Holy Prophet [PBUH]) of the Pakistan Penal Code. “I was informed that for the past several months [the convict] … has been mocking the Holy Prophet [PBUH] and burning religious symbols and images of religious sites,” the FIR said. “When I met the man, he used blasphemous words in my presence.” The FIR said the man also disrespected Islamic rituals and obligations. According to the court o...

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Interior has taken notice of the case of Mustafa Amir, who was murdered last month in Karachi, ARY News reported. The committee has issued a notice to the IG of Sindh, asking him to appear before the committee on Friday, February 28, 2025. The notice states that the IG Sindh, along with other relevant police officials, should present details regarding the case, including information about Armaghan and the drug trade. Earlier, the Sindh Home Department issued a notification in accordance with the directives of the Sindh High Court, revoking the administrative powers of the judge at Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) 1 in the Mustafa Amir murder case. This move comes in light of the controversy surrounding the refusal to grant remand for Armaghan, the main accused in the Mustafa Amir murder case, by ATC 1. In response, the Sindh Interior Minister had formally written to the SHC addressing the issue. As a result, the administrative p...

Michelle Trachtenberg, the talented actress known for her roles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl,” has tragically passed away at the age of 39. Michelle Trachtenberg was found dead in her New York City apartment near Columbus Circle at approximately 8 a.m local time on Wednesday, as confirmed by police sources. According to these sources, Michelle Trachtenberg had recently undergone a liver transplant and may have been experiencing complications related to the procedure. While no foul play is suspected, an autopsy will be carried out by the medical examiner’s office to confirm the cause and manner of her death. Born in New York City, Michelle Trachtenberg made her acting debut as a child star with roles in Nickelodeon’s “The Adventures of Pete & Pete” and the movie “Harriet the Spy,” before rising to fame in her iconic roles on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Gossip Girl.” Her passing marks a heartbreaking loss to the entertainment industry and her fans around ...

KARACHI: The traffic police have decided to install cameras and trackers in dumpers to monitor their speed and issue challans for overspeeding, ARY News reported on Tuesday.,  In an interview with ARY News, DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah stated that digital monitoring would help prevent traffic accidents, adding that the system will be extended to other heavy vehicles once it proves successful. DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah has mandated the installation of front and back-view cameras in dumpers to help determine fault in case of accidents. The decision come amid increasing number of road accidents caused by heavy vehicles. According to DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah’s directives, trackers will also be installed in all dumpers operating on Karachi’s roads to monitor their movements by the traffic police from its control room. In a meeting with the Dumpers Association, DIG Traffic secured their agreement to comply with the new safety measures. The trackers will help detect over-...

Superhero fans, get ready to step into the action! Invincible , the widely loved comic series and hit animated show on Amazon Prime, is being adapted into a roleplaying (RPG) game. Developed by Free League Publishing and Skybound Entertainment, the Invincible – Superhero Roleplaying game will let players join the world of Mark Grayson, Atom Eve, The Immortal, and more of the iconic characters from the series. Written by Robert Kirkman and illustrated by Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, Invincible originally ran for 144 issues under Image Comics. The series follows Mark Grayson, a teenager who inherits his father’s superpowers, embarking on a journey filled with danger, growth, and heart-pounding superhero battles. The comic was later adapted into a highly successful animated series on Amazon Prime. The game is being designed by a top-tier team, including Adam Bradford, founder of D&D Beyond, and Tomas Härenstam, co-founder of Free League. Read More: Assassin’s Creed Shadows l...

RAWALPINDI: Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday. “On night 23/24 February 2025, Security Forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Bagh, Khyber District on reported presence of Khwarij,” the ISPR added. It added that during the conduct of operation, security forces effectively engaged the khwarij location, as a result of which, ten of them were killed. “Sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other Kharji found in the area as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country.” Read More: 30 khwarij killed in South Waziristan IBO: ISPR Earlier on February 23, the ISPR said that security forces killed seven khwarij in two intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s in Dera Ismail Khan District “On reported presence of Khwarij, an intelligence based...

Fans of Jujutsu Kaisen are still eagerly awaiting updates on the highly anticipated Season 3 of the anime series. After the release of Season 2 in July 2023, there’s been a lot of speculation but little concrete news about when Season 3 will arrive. Despite confirmation from TOHO Animation about its development in December 2023, the wait continues. The anime’s vast following, which has grown immensely with each new season, is now on tenterhooks, especially after Season 2 left fans craving more. While there have been some small hints about Season 3 , like teaser images shared by the show’s X account in December 2024, the absence of major updates has left fans guessing. In addition to the anime series, there’s also a Jujutsu Kaisen movie scheduled for release in 2025, which may be a contributing factor to the delay of Season 3 . However, the excitement around Season 3 continues to build, especially since it will adapt the “Culling Games” arc, one of the darkest and most...

Indian singer and actor Guru Randhawa, has left fans deeply concerned after revealing he sustained an injury while shooting for his upcoming film Shaunki Sardar . The singer-turned-actor, who made his acting debut in Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay and appeared in Shahkot , shared a worrying photo of himself in a hospital bed with a cervical collar around his neck.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Guru Randhawa (@gururandhawa) In the caption, Guru Randhawa opened up about the incident, writing, “My first stunt, my first injury, but my spirit remains unbroken. A memory from the sets of Shaunki Sardar movie. Bahut mushkil kamm aa action waala but will work hard for my audience.” Despite the injury, he maintained a positive attitude, with a smile on his face, reassuring his fans that he was doing okay. His fans were quick to send their best wishes and express their concern. Many took to social media to write heartfelt message...

Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar has slammed Pakistan cricket team following their disappointing loss to India, saying the national team lacks required skills to compete on the biggest occasion. During a recent cricket show, Shoaib Akhtar said, “We always speak about intent but I think they also lack skills. If they had skills, they wouldn’t have played like way.” He also expressed his discontent with the team’s management and captaincy during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, labeling them as “clueless” and “brainless”. “Clueless management to be honest, brainless captaincy… absolutely average team who displayed the skills there… nothing to talk about it,” he added. Shoaib Akhtar taking a jibe at the team for their ‘successive’ failures in the past few years. “It is not unusual (from Pakistan team). Nothing to talk about it… they don’t know what to do… honestly nothing,” Shoaib Akhtar added. Earlier on Sunday, a masterful century from Virat Kohli, coupled with disciplined bowling, prope...

KARACHI: In a shocking turn of events, renowned actor Sajid Hasan’s son, Sahir Hasan, has been arrested in connection with the Mustafa Amir murder case in Karachi, ARY News reported. The investigation team conducted raids in various areas of the Defence Housing Authority (DHA), targeting drug peddlers and addicts. During these operations, police apprehended at least four youths, including Sahir Hasan, and seized drugs from their possession. Sahir Hasan, during the investigation, made startling revelations about the drug wave among the youth in the upscale DHA area. He confessed to selling drugs for two years to several individuals, including Armaghan, the prime suspect in the Mustafa Amir murder case. CIA Police claimed to have recovered drugs, including foreign brands, worth Rs 5 million from Sahir Hasan’s possession. Meanwhile, the trial court extended physical remand of two accused in Mustafa Amir abduction and murder case. The court today granted five days extension of phy...

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sought an explanation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) following India’s national anthem was mistakenly played at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore. The incident occurred during the high-voltage Australia-England clash in Champions Trophy 2025 on Saturday. Prior to the start of the game, India’s national anthem briefly played for a second before being stopped. However, the video quickly went viral on social media. After England’s anthem concluded, it was time for Australia’s anthem, but instead, a line from India’s anthem started playing. Sources revealed that the error was due to the ICC, as the playlist for the Champions Trophy 2025 was prepared by the cricket governing body and included anthems of all eight participating teams, including India. Notably, Indian team has not traveled to Pakistan and will be playing all their matches at neutral venues under the hybrid model. During the 2024-2027 event cycle, all matches involving India i...

Oman, with a population of  5 million residents has emerged as a prime destination for students. Its top-tier universities offer high-quality education and varied cultural experiences, all taught in English. To attract more international students and travellers, the Middle Eastern nation has reintroduced its E-Visa program for 2025. This revamped program promises a faster, more efficient, and accessible visa application process, benefiting students and tourists alike. Oman E-Visa Program Pakistani Students who want to go to Oman for college admissions or short-term visits can now apply for their visas online through the Royal Oman Police (ROP) E-Visa portal. The updated platform allows applicants to submit their applications, make payments, and receive approvals without the need to visit consulates or endure long queues. The newly launched unsponsored tourist visa is particularly advantageous for Pakistani students. Eligible individuals can directly apply for a visa to explore...

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has backed Glenn Maxwell for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, saying the ‘stand-out’ player is crucial for the team’s triumph in the eight-team tournament. Shane Watson, the two-time ICC Men’s Champions Trophy champion and one of the four Event Ambassadors for the 2025 tournament, said that Australia would be a formidable opponent, particularly if their dynamic all-rounder Glenn Maxwell plays well. He said that Maxwell is the player who can guide Australia to another ODI title. “The stand-out player for me is Glenn Maxwell. With what I have seen recently, especially in the Big Bash, I believe he has some of his best cricket in front of him across the next two or three years and I would be very surprised if he does not dominate this Champions Trophy,” Shane Watson stated. The former all-rounder also recalled Glenn Maxwell’s heroics against Afghanistan in the ODI World Cup 2023. Read More: Gilchrist has an advice for Steve Smith ahead ...

U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoy for the conflict in Ukraine met President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv on Thursday but there was no immediate word on whether their talks had helped smooth over an unprecedented wartime rift between the once firm allies. Zelenskiy had earlier struck a conciliatory tone after accusing Trump of repeating Russian disinformation in response to the U.S. president’s accusation that Ukraine had started the three-year-old war with Russia. Trump went on to refer to Zelenskiy as a “dictator” who should act fast or lose Ukraine. Trump, in office for just a month, is pushing for a quick deal to end the war and has alarmed Washington’s European allies by leaving them and Ukraine out of initial talks with Russia. His vice president, JD Vance, said on Thursday he believed that an end to the conflict was near and there was no stopping the war without speaking to Russia. Trump’s Ukraine and Russia envoy Keith Kellogg said on arriving in Kyiv on Wednesday that he...

A man was arrested and detained for impersonating an officer of a law enforcement agency to seek personal favours at the Senate Secretariat, the police said on Thursday. A first information report (FIR) was registered at the Secretariat police station on January 23 on the complaint of Senate Joint Secretary Hyder Ali under Sections 170 (personating a public servant), 171 (wearing garb or carrying token used by public servant with fraudulent intent) and 419 (punishment for cheating by personation) of the Pakistan Penal Code. The FIR, a copy of which is available with Dawn.com , said the suspect was impersonating a “serving officer of the law enforcement agency” and had visited the Senate Secretariat numerous times over the past few days seeking “personal favours through criminal intimidation”. The FIR added that an inquiry revealed that the person was using a fake identity to gain “unlawful favours”. It requested the police to investigate the matter and take legal action against the ...

KARACHI: Pakistani opener Fakhar Zaman was seen bursting into tears in emotions after being ruled out of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a an injury. The explosive batter sustained an injury while fielding in the first over of Pakistan’s game against New Zealand in Karachi on February 19. The incident occurred in the first over of the fixture when Fakhar Zaman fell awkwardly during the fielding and got hurt. Following his injury, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said that the batter was being examined for a muscular sprain. Fakhar Zaman, not looking entirely fit, came in to bat at number four, but failed to leave a mark, managing a mere 24 runs off 41 deliveries, with Michael Bracewell ultimately claiming his wicket. In a video shared by Pakistan Cricket Board on its official social media account, Fakhar Zaman could be seen limping to dressing room where he burst into tears. His teammate Shaheen Shah Afridi could also been in the video, trying to comfort the tearful b...

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 got off to a great start in Karachi with several moments capturing attention and Glenn Phillips’ catch to dismiss Muhammad Rizwan is one of them. New Zealand’s Glenn Philllips took a spectacular one-handed catch to send Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan back to pavilion during the inaugural match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at National Bank Stadium in Karachi. One of the highlights of the competition will be the gravity-defying performance of the New Zealand all-rounder’s fielding prowess. The one-handed grab rocked both the commentary panel and the fans. The incident happened when Pakistan was chasing New Zealand’s 321-run target. Muhammad Rizwan tried a cut shot off a short and wide ball from pacer Will O’Rourke in the 10 over.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by ICC (@icc) Glenn Phillips, who was positioned at backward point, sprang to his left and extended his arm to scoop the ball...

ASTANA: Archaeologists in Kazakhstan found a treasure trove of gold jewellery and weapons dating back to the 5th century BC. The artifacts were found in three burial mounds in the western Atyrau region and are believed to have been created by Sarmatian nomads. The excavation, led by archaeologist Marat Kasyanov, has yielded over 1,000 artifacts, including around 100 gold ornaments and jewelry made in the Sarmatian “animal style.” “Images of predatory animals found in the region at that time, such as leopards, wild boars and tigers, can be seen on these objects,” Kassenov said. These objects feature images of predatory animals such as leopards, wild boars, and tigers. The discovery includes a gold bracelet weighing approximately 370 grams, as well as pottery, and wooden touchstones with gold handles. Two human remains were also found during the excavation. The burial mounds, known as “kurgans,” are estimated to have been used for the burial of at least nine individuals. The find...

KARACHI: The latest details about the house of Armaghan, the prime suspect in the Mustafa Amir murder case, in DHA phase 5 Karachi paint a chilling picture of a heavily fortified residence, ARY News reported. Equipped with the latest security cameras, automated systems, and walk-through gates, the property appears to be a fortified fortress. The house is surrounded by barbed wire on its outer walls, and bullet marks are visible on inside as well as outside walls. Luxury cars, with bullet holes on their windows, are parked in the porch, worth millions of rupees. Inside, the first floor resembles the layout of a call center, adding to the mystery surrounding the house. The father of the Armaghan also claimed that his son runs a software house at home. On February 8, Police raided the residence of Armaghan. However, he resisted the arrest by opening fire on the raiding police party, injuring a DSP and a constable. Read More: Mustafa Amir case: Armaghan’s father says son runs softwa...

Actor Aubrey Plaza stepped out for the first time since the heartbreaking loss of her husband, filmmaker Jeff Baena. She attended the SNL50: The Anniversary Special event in New York City. She introduced musical guests Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard. However, Aubrey Plaza chose not to walk the red carpet before the SNL50 event, as reported by People . After Jeff Baena’s tragic passing, Aubrey Plaza also decided to delete her Instagram account. On January 13, her page displayed a message stating, “Sorry, this page isn’t available.” The message indicated that the page may have been removed or the link could be broken. Jeff Baena, known for his work as a writer and director, passed away at the age of 47 on January 3. His cause of death was reported as suicide. Read More: Famous filmmaker’s untimely death stuns fans, colleagues In a statement, Aubrey Plaza and Jeff Baena’s family expressed their deep sorrow, calling it an “unimaginable tragedy” and asking for privacy during this d...

Israel has received a shipment of heavy MK-84 bombs from the United States, after US President Donald Trump lifted a block imposed on the export of the munitions by the administration of predecessor Joe Biden, the defence ministry said on Sunday. The MK-84 is an unguided 2,000 pound bomb, which can rip through thick concrete and metal, creating a wide blast radius. The Biden administration declined to clear them for export to Israel out of concern about the impact on densely populated areas of the Gaza Strip. The Biden administration sent thousands of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel after the Oct. 7, 2023 attack by Palestinian Hamas militants from Gaza but later held up one of the shipments. The hold was lifted by Trump last month. “The munitions shipment that arrived in Israel tonight, released by the Trump Administration, represents a significant asset for the Air Force and the IDF and serves as further evidence of the strong alliance between Israel and the United States,” Defence M...

Anubhav Singh Bassi is the latest stand-up comedian to face scrutiny after Samay Raina. Indian authorities have cancelled his Lucknow shows amid concerns linked to the India Got Latent controversy and backlash over Ranveer Allahbadia’s remarks. Authorities in India decided to cancel the events after Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission vice-chairperson Aparna Yadav raised objections against Anubhav Singh Bassi and wrote a letter to DGP. She urged officials to ensure that the performances by Anubhav Singh Bassi do not include offensive content or, if necessary, cancel them. The letter, dated February 14, highlighted concerns about the use of inappropriate language in Anubhav Singh Bassi’s past performances. Read More: Ranveer Allahbadia loses followers amid ‘India’s Got Latent’ controversy “It is our duty to maintain public decorum at events,” the letter stated. Following this, ACP Radha Raman Singh confirmed that the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Anubhav Singh Bassi’s show...

ISLAMABAD : A strong earthquake jolted Islamabad and several cities of Punjab and Azad Kashmir on Saturday, ARY News reported. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Center, the earthquake was measured at 4.8 on the Richter scale with a depth of 17 kilometres. The epicentre was located 15 km Southeast of Rawalpindi. Tremors were felt in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Azad Kashmir, Samahni, Bhanbar, Chakwal, Murree, Tala Gang, Kallar Kahar, Gujar Khan, Rawat, Kahota, Taxila, Kallar Syedan, Jhelum and surrounding areas. The earthquake caused panic among residents who rushed out of their homes and buildings. People started reciting verses from the Holy Quran. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Earlier on January 5, 2025, an earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale jolted Baluchistan’s district Qalat and its surrounding areas. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre, an earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale struck with a dep...