Aleema Khan has confirmed that Imran Khan was allowed to speak with his sons for around 20 minutes, describing the development as an emotional moment for the former prime minister. In a statement shared on social media, Aleema Khan said that Imran Khan was very happy to hear his children’s voices. She added that the family is now waiting for his immediate medical treatment under the supervision of his personal doctors at Shifa International Hospital. According to her, specialist doctors should make every possible effort to restore his eyesight. She alleged that delays in providing treatment have affected his vision…
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Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha says the national side is fully prepared and focused on delivering a strong performance as anticipation builds ahead of the high-stakes match against India. Speaking at a press conference in Colombo, Agha described all-rounder Usman Tariq as the team’s “trump card,” adding that criticism over his bowling action was unnecessary as it had already been cleared twice. He also backed star batter Babar Azam, saying his form was not a concern for the team. “Babar is scoring runs and we expect him to play a big innings again,” the captain said. Agha stressed that the…
Peshawar: Authorities have arrested another suspect in the ongoing Kohistan financial scandal arrest case involving multi-billion-rupee bank transactions, officials said on Friday. According to investigators, the accused — Fazal Khan — was presented before an accountability court in Peshawar in connection with the Kohistan financial scandal arrest proceedings. During the hearing, prosecutors from the National Accountability Bureau told the court the suspect owns a private construction company and large sums were transferred through multiple bank accounts linked to him. The prosecution informed the judge that transactions worth Rs5.277 billion were traced across five different bank accounts. NAB argued that further…
Pakistani actor Hania Aamir has surprised fans after joking about her “wedding” in a viral video, fueling fresh speculation about her relationship with singer Asim Azhar. A clip circulating widely on Instagram shows Hania addressing ongoing marriage rumours. In the video, she can be heard saying: “Everyone wanted us to get married, so we did a fake wedding.” The remark quickly went viral, leaving social media users confused about whether she was serious or simply teasing fans. For the past several weeks, speculation has been circulating online that Hania and Asim plan to tie the knot during Ramazan. The rumours…
Islamabad: Pakistan petroleum prices February 16 are expected to rise, with industry sources indicating a fresh increase in fuel rates that could add pressure on consumers already facing inflation. According to industry estimates, petrol may become costlier by up to Rs4.39 per litre under the proposed revision in Pakistan petroleum prices February 16. High-speed diesel is likely to see a hike of Rs5.40 per litre, while light diesel oil could increase by as much as Rs6.55 per litre. Sources further said kerosene oil prices may also go up by around Rs4 per litre if the adjustment is approved. A final…
An Indian national has pleaded guilty in a US federal court to participating in a plot to assassinate a Sikh activist in New York, in a case that American prosecutors say exposed an international murder-for-hire conspiracy. According to the United States Department of Justice, 54-year-old Nikhil Gupta admitted acting at the direction of an individual linked to India’s intelligence apparatus in an attempt to arrange the killing of US-based Sikh leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. In a statement detailing the court proceedings, the Justice Department said Gupta hired a hitman to carry out the assassination and pleaded guilty to three charges:…
IMF Pakistan electricity tariff reforms must protect middle- and low-income households from additional financial burden, the global lender said, as Islamabad continues negotiations under its $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme. The International Monetary Fund said any IMF Pakistan electricity tariff adjustments should be carefully designed so vulnerable consumers are shielded from sharp price shocks. The lender emphasized that Pakistan’s ongoing power sector reforms are heading in the right direction, including privatization of distribution and generation companies and restructuring of the transmission network. According to the IMF, reforms under the EFF programme remain on track and circular debt levels…
KARACHI: At least 13 people were killed and several others injured in a tragic accident in Karachi after an oil tanker overturned onto a passenger van, officials confirmed on Friday. According to rescue authorities, the tanker lost control and fell on a smaller passenger vehicle, while a car was also hit in the incident. The impact caused a major oil spill on the road, increasing the risk at the site and complicating rescue efforts. Initial reports suggest that a vehicle was coming the wrong way, forcing the tanker driver to lose control. However, Sindh Police officials said the exact cause…
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday said that PTI founder Imran Khan will be transferred to Islamabad jail once the facility is completed within the next two months. Speaking to media in Islamabad, Naqvi said the new jail would have full medical facilities and added that since Imran Khan was convicted by an Islamabad court, he would be moved to a prison in the federal capital after its completion. The minister’s statement comes amid ongoing concerns raised by PTI leaders about the former prime minister’s health during his incarceration at Adiala Jail. Party officials have previously alleged negligence by…
ISLAMABAD – Senior Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) leader Abdul Ghafoor Haideri was hospitalised after suffering a heart attack, the party confirmed in an official statement on Thursday. According to JUI-F, Haideri experienced cardiac complications late last night and was immediately shifted to a private hospital in Islamabad, where he is currently under treatment. The party said doctors are closely monitoring his condition. Senior political figures, including JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman and Senator Kamran Murtaza, visited the hospital to inquire about his health. Supporters and political colleagues have expressed concern and prayers for his recovery as news of his hospitalization spread.
