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Elections might be held ahead of February 2024: Caretaker PM Kakar

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ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Thursday said that general elections in the country might be held ahead of February next year. While talking to a private news channel, PM Anwaarul Haq Kakar the Election Commission of Pakistan was the relevant forum to take a decision in this regard. The ECP was mandated to take a decision in this regard and the caretaker government would fulfil its constitutional obligation by extending all possible support to the ECP for holding elections, the prime minister expressed his views. To a question, the prime minister said that the Supreme Court was an apex body and if it announced any decision over the polls matter, it would be binding upon the interim government to implement its verdict in letter and spirit. Related:  PML-N ‘opposes’ PPP’s requisition for Senate session “Let me assure, all the voters across the country, that they can choose the leadership of their choice with the power of their votes and there will be
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Jawan hits theatres: Shah Rukh Khan promises to thank each and every fan club

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After Jawan hit theatres today, the lead actor Shah Rukh Khan has promised to take time out and thank each and every fan club for showing love for his new movie. The Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan finally released in the theatres today and the SRK fans around the world are exhibiting love for him and the entire team of the movie. Related: 5 girls or good dialogues? What convinced Shahrukh Khan for ‘Jawan’? SRK thanked fans for their love and wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “Wow have to take time out and thank each and every Fan Club and all of you who have gone so happily in the theatres and even outside. So overwhelmed will surely do the needful as soon as I get my breath back in a day or so. Uff!! Love u for loving #Jawan” Wow have to take time out and thank each and every Fan Club and all of you who have gone so happily in the theatres and even outside. So overwhelmed will surely do the needful as soon as I get my breath back in a day or so. Uff!! Love u for loving #Jawan — Shah
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Utility Store accused of selling expired, substandard ghee

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SHIKARPUR: An outlet of Utility Stores Corporation (USC) in Shikarpur city of Sindh has been accused of selling expired and substandard ghee, ARY News reported on Wednesday. According to details, a citizen – named Ali Baig – has moved Session Court against alleged sale of expired and substandard ghee in a utility store outlet in Shikarpur. In his petition, the citizen claimed that a report, published by Pakistan Accounts Committee, proved that substandard ghee was purchased by the outlet. “Consumption of such substandard commodity will increase heart diseases”, the petitioner added. Meanwhile, the sessions court has fixed the petition for hearing on September 9 and sought a report from Deputy Director Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). from ARY NEWS https://ift.tt/OnGpXxs via IFTTT
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FIA Interpol arrests ‘wanted criminal’ from Abu Dhabi

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a ‘wanted criminal’ from Abu Dhabi with the help of Interpol and shifted the suspect to Faisalabad, ARY News reported on Wednesday. The accused man was identified as Tasawur Hussain who is wanted in several cases including a murder to the Punjab police. A case had been lodged against Tasawur Hussain at a local police station in Jhelum. The arrest was made after a close coordination between Interpol Islamabad and Abu Dhabi. Earlier, the FIA’s Interpol wing issued a red warrant for the arrest of the suspect. Later, the FIA Faisalabad Circle handed over to the concerned police officials. Related: FIA Interpol apprehends four wanted criminal from Abu Dhabi The FIA spokesperson said that the Interpol National Central Bureau (NCB) is performing duties to arrest the suspects who fled abroad from Pakistan. In August, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Interpol Pakistan – with the assistance of Interpol Saudi Arabia – successfully
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Here’s how much Liam Neeson was paid for ‘Taken’ films

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Hollywood actor Liam Neeson is one of the most recognized and highest-paid celebrities. He has worked in action movie prolific franchises and earned millions via his performances. Watch ARY News live on  live.arynews.tv   Liam Neeson appeared in the hit franchises ‘ Star Wars ‘ and ‘ The Dark Knight ‘ trilogy, but his portrayal of ex-CIA agent Bryan Mills in the ‘ Taken ‘ franchise earned him tremendous fame. The ‘ Batman Begins ‘ star turned into an action star following the success of ‘ Taken ‘, and made fortunes by working in the genre.  Robert Mark Kamen, the brains behind the franchise, said production houses pay millions to Liam Neeson just for “picking up a gun” in an interview. “Liam Neeson has made a fortune doing Taken 1, 2, 3 ,” Robert Mark Kamen said. “I always kid him about it. I say, ‘Oh, where are you?’ ‘I’m in Australia.’ ‘Are you doing Taken 12 ?’ He figured out that he’s a great actor, but he wanted to make money.  “This is a money machine for him. Liam pick
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Sugar price crosses Rs200 per kg

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KARACHI: Sugar price has now cross Rs200 per kilogram in local markets in different cities of the country, ARY News reported on Tuesday. Despite the commerce ministry’s rejection of a shortage, the sugar price rocketed to over Rs200 per kilogram in different cities. The inflation-hit citizens demanded the authorities to take concrete steps to reduce the sugar price. The citizens of Quetta and Sukkur were forced to buy sugar at Rs220 per kg, whereas, the sugar was available in Karachi markets from Rs180 to Rs200 per kg. The sugar price was hiked to Rs195 to Rs200/kg in Lahore, Jhang and Faisalabad. Related: ‘No one should be held responsible for exorbitant sugar prices’ The authorities launched a probe into the rise in sugar price and tightened noose around sugar mill owners and dealers in Lahore. It was learnt that the authorities collected sale data of sugar traders and also prepared lists of the hoarders. The provincial government of Punjab planned to launch a crackdown to red
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WATCH: Train races down railway track without engine

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In an unusual incident in India’s Jharkhand, four railway carriages were seen moving along the tracks without an engine or a locomotive pilot.   The incident – a video of which is going viral on social media – took place on the railway lines of Barharwa, where four railway carriages were observed moving along the tracks without an engine or a locomotive pilot. According to Indian media, these tracks were originally laid for the purpose of loading and unloading goods, primarily serving the Dighi main route. In the video, the train coaches can be seen moving on the railway tracks without any engine. People can also be seen walking on the railway tracks, recording videos. बिना इंजन के ट्रेन चलती देखी है कभी? झारखंड के साहिबगंज में इंजन के बिना ही दौड़ती रही ट्रेन, बड़ा हादसा टला. बरहरवा रेलवे स्टेशन के साइडिंग से लुढ़ककर मेन ट्रैक पर आई बोगियाँ, भारी भीड़ के बीच रेलवे क्रॉसिंग पार की. गनीमत रही कि ट्रेन या गाड़ी से नहीं हुई टक्कर, बाल-बाल बचे… pic.twitter.com/vTV61A02po — Utkarsh
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Pakistan approves $1.78b ‘Emergency Plan for Polio Eradication’

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ISLAMABAD: The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) here on Monday approved Emergency Plan for Polio Eradication (3rd revised) at a cost of USD 1784.93 million, ARY News reported. As per details, the amount included grant from the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) partners of US$.1197.93 million, Islamic Development Bank loan of US$.552 million and French Development Agency (AFD) loan of US$.35 million. The ECNEC meeting was chaired by caretaker Federal Minister for Finance, Revenue, Economic Affairs and Privatisation, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, according to press statement issued by finance ministry,. Polio eradication plan was presented by Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination under which polio eradication vaccines would be supplied all over Pakistan and will be executed by WHO and UNICEF. The meeting after discussion extended the duration of umbrella PC-1 of the project to three years with authorization to Economic Affai
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US expects to upgrade Vietnam ties, risks China anger

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HANOI: The United States (US) expects to elevate its diplomatic relations with former foe Vietnam to the top level as President Joe Biden travels to Hanoi in a week, in a move that may irk China and with unclear business implications. Fearful of the potential reaction from its much larger neighbour, Vietnam had initially expressed caution about the upgrade. That led the Biden administration to multiply efforts to persuade the southeast Asian nation, including through multiple visits of high-ranking members of the US government in recent months. The unprecedented push has led Washington to expect to be elevated to the top tier of Vietnam’s diplomatic ranking, together with China and Russia, from two notches below now. Biden said it publicly in July and officials in both countries have since informally expressed optimism about the two-step upgrade, although no official statements have been released from either government. Perhaps seeking to assuage Beijing, Vietnam is discussing top
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Filipino girl marries her Pakistani lover online

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In yet another online love story, a Filipino girl got married to her lover from Larkana Pakistan over a phone call. A Pakistan boy Auhfaq Sheikh hailing from Ghazi Abbas area of Larkana got married to his Filipino lover Maneka. The marriage event were organized at the bride’s and groom’s house and the Marriage registrar conducted their Nikah over phone call. The groom said that he met his lover through Facebook but she does not want to come to Pakistan and he failed to obtain Philippine visa before nikah. Read more: Indian man marries Pakistani woman online with all rituals Earlier, in another cross-border marriage story an Indian man and a Pakistani woman created a lot of buzz on social media. A bride from Pakistan’s Karachi and a groom from Rajasthan’s Jodhpur tied the knot online after the woman failed to obtain an Indian visa on time. The special online Nikah took place on Wednesday in Jodhpur. All the rituals of Nikah were performed virtually and a Qazi solemnised the marr
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Pakistan beat South Africa in second WT20I to claim series

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Pakistan won the three-match Women’s T20I series against South Africa with a seven-wicket win in the second match in Karachi. Watch ARY News live on  live.arynews.tv   1⃣5⃣0⃣+ target chased in two successive matches! Pakistan clinch their second T20I series win over South Africa in thumping style #PAKWvSAW | #BackOurGirls pic.twitter.com/baY1ogWF8G — Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) September 3, 2023 South Africa scored 150-3 in their 20 overs, with captain Laura Wolvaardt and her opening partner Tazmin Brits scoring forties.  Tazmin Brits top score with 48-ball 46. Her knock included two boundaries and a six. Laura Wolvaardt made 41 off 34 balls, courtesy of six fours.  Marizanne Kapp and Nadine de Klerk went unbeaten at 26 and 21 respectively.  As far as Pakistan’s bowling was concerned, spin duo Sadia Iqbal and Nashra Sandu both took a wicket.  Pakistan completed the 151-run chase in 19.1 overs, thanks to opener Sidra Ameen’s vital half-century.  . @SidraAmin31 is p
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Nobel Foundation cancels Russia, Belarus, Iran invites to annual prize awards

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STOCKHOLM: The Nobel Foundation said on Saturday it would not after all invite the ambassadors of Russia, Belarus and Iran to attend the Nobel Prize awards ceremony in Stockholm this year, reversing an earlier decision after widespread criticism. Last year, the foundation left out the ambassadors of Russia and its ally Belarus because of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. The foundation said on Thursday it would invite them, and Iran’s ambassador, to this year’s prize award ceremonies in December, commenting that it sought to include even those who did not share the values of the Nobel Prize. That announcement prompted the leaders of several Swedish political parties to say they would boycott the ceremonies. “We recognise the strong reactions in Sweden,” the foundation said in a statement on Saturday. “We, therefore, choose to repeat last year’s exception to regular practice – that is, to not invite the ambassadors of Russia, Belarus and Iran to the Nobel Prize award ceremony in Stock
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PAF contingent showcases its capabilities at “bright star 2023” in Egypt

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent has showcased its exceptional capabilities alongside its JF-17 Thunder fighter jets at multinational-air exercise “bright star 2023” in Egypt, ARY News reported. As per details, Multi-national Air Exercise “Bright Star 2023” kicked off at the Mohammed Naguib Military Base. The exercise aims to promote interoperability among the participating nations, fostering shared learning opportunities. Designed to simulate realistic aerial warfare scenarios, Exercise Bright Star provides an invaluable opportunity for participating Air Forces to assess their operational readiness in real-time. Over the course of two weeks, the exercise will bring together air, naval, and ground assets of the participating nations in the desert terrain of North-West Cairo, Egypt. A total of 34 countries including Pakistan, the United States of America, India, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Greece, and Qatar will be participating in this prestigious event. In light of th
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Seven dead in Thatta van-truck collision

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THATTA: In a horrific incident, at least seven people died in a collision between a van and truck near Kenjhar Lake in Thatta, ARY News reported.  As per details, a van carrying fishermen collided with a truck near Kenjhar Lake, resulting in the death of seven people. The rescue officials stated that four fishermen died on the spot, whereas one succumbed to injuries when he was being shifted to the hospital. Furthermore, the van owner and one injured died when the ambulance carrying them got stuck in traffic due to protests against inflation and inflated electricity bills. Read more:  Four killed, 10 injured in van-tractor collision in Toba Tek Singh Earlier, at least five were killed and two others sustained injuries in van-truck collision near Ahmedwala on Lahore-Sargodha road. As per details, a high-speed truck hit a van carrying family members which resulted in the death of five people including a woman and four men. The Sargodha-bound van was going from Faisalabad when hit
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WATCH: Policeman arrests daughter for DUI after destroying traffic lights

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In an unusual incident, a New Jersey policeman showed no one is exempt from the law, not even his own daughter. According to an international publication, John Lee – a sergeant with Monmouth County Sheriff’s office – arrested his daughter for DUI (driving under the influence) after she destroyed traffic lights. On 28th December 2022, a witness observed a white vehicle strike a traffic light and then quickly drive off. A part of vehicle’s bumper had fallen off in the road after the hit. When asked by other police officers in this regard, 21-year-old Teresa – who was drunk – refused to hit the traffic light and said his bumper had broken days before the incident. She repeatedly told the Sheriffs to call her dad – who is a sergeant with the Monmouth County Sheriff’s office. Meanwhile, the police officers brought the broken piece and matched it with the remaining bumper on the suspect’s car. Later, the 21-year-old admitted she did hit something, that she was more intoxicated than t
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Soldier martyred, terrorist killed in Khyber gun battle: ISPR

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A soldier was martyred during an exchange of fire with terrorists in the Tirah valley of the Khyber district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, ARY News quoted ISPR on Friday. The fire exchange between security forces and terrorists took place on the night of August 31/September 1, said Inter-Services Public Relations in a statement. The martyred soldier was identified as Havildar Muntazir Shah, 36, a Swabi district resident. It added, “The troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location, resulting in the killing of one terrorist,” The killed terrorist remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against security forces and killing of innocent civilians, said the military’s media wing. Sanitization of the area is being carried out to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area, it added. Read more:  Six soldiers martyred in gun battle with terrorists in South Waziristan: ISPR Yesterday, nine soldiers were martyred in a suicide attack on a security forces convoy in t
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