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Waseem Abbas has clarified that his viral remarks about Bilal Abbas Khan were limited to one scene in Ishq Murshid and were not a rejection of the actor’s overall performance. The senior actor said he personally spoke to Bilal and praised his talent after the debate spread online.
Pakistan suffered a 7-1 defeat against India in their second FIH Pro League clash in London, extending their losing streak in the tournament. India climbed to seventh place with 17 points, while Pakistan remained at the bottom without a point.
The United States says it struck Iranian missile, drone and radar sites after accusing Tehran of attacking a cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation threatens maritime security and could carry economic implications for Pakistan through energy prices and regional instability.
Pakistan has kept petrol at Rs299.50 per litre and high-speed diesel at Rs311.47 per litre after the latest weekly review. The decision offers short-term price stability for households, transporters and businesses amid continuing inflation concerns.
Pakistan will host the next SCO Women’s Forum in September after its proposal received support at a meeting in Kyrgyzstan. Senator Bushra Anjum Butt led Pakistan’s delegation and highlighted the country’s initiatives for women’s empowerment and inclusive development.
NDMA has issued a rain, thunderstorm and strong wind alert for several districts across Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. Citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, monitor weather updates and take precautions due to slippery roads, reduced visibility and possible infrastructure damage.
Karachi police said one suspected dacoit was killed during an encounter in Central District after suspects allegedly opened fire on Shaheen Force personnel. Two alleged accomplices escaped, while police claimed to have recovered a weapon and motorcycle from the scene.
Several parts of Balochistan were jolted by three earthquakes on Friday, with the strongest measuring 5.1 magnitude. Authorities reported no immediate casualties or major damage, but monitoring and local assessments are continuing.
The State Bank of Pakistan says 92 percent of retail payment transactions were carried out digitally during the January–March quarter of FY2025-26. Mobile banking and Raast continued to drive adoption, highlighting Pakistan’s accelerating shift toward a cash-light economy.
Shoaib Akhtar attended the funeral prayers of his elder brother Shahid Akhtar at Islamabad’s H-8 Graveyard, with videos from the gathering going viral. Fans and social media users offered condolences to the former Pakistan fast bowler and his family.
A behind-the-scenes photograph of Srha Asghar, Nausheen Shah and Nisha Aapa taking time for prayers during a drama shoot has gone viral. The image drew praise from fans and sparked discussion about faith, public judgment and celebrity life in Pakistan.
Sannia Ashfaq’s strongly worded social media posts targeting Nyla Rajah have gone viral, sparking fresh debate in Pakistan’s entertainment circles. The dispute includes allegations linked to family life, property, achievements and child support, though no detailed response from the other side was reported.
