Author: Ali Qasim

Shahid Afridi advises girls to live life according to principles of Islam

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi has advised girls to live their lives according to the principles of Islam.This was said by the swashbuckling all-rounder as he visited the Bakhtawar Girls Cadet College in Nawabshah . Afridi was invited to visit the college by its principal Brigadier (Retd) Dr Muhammad Amin.  Afridi was accompanied by members of the Tableeghi Jamaat as well during his trip to the college.

During his visit to the college, Afridi lectured the female cadets on women’s rights in Islam and urged them to adopt Islamic principles in life. He spoke at length about his life as a cricketer and then how he turned towards preaching religion.

He urged female cadets to study hard but also partake in sports at the same time. “Focus on your studies, social media and mobile phones are time wasting tools,” he said.

Speaking about his life as a cricketer, Afridi said at one point during his career, he thought about leaving the sport as certain captains wanted to end his career.

“However, I got a lot of help from Islam and Tableegh,” he said.

While sharing his thoughts on the appointment of the new PCB chief, Afridi said he expected Ramiz Raja to lead Pakistan cricket in a positive direction.

Babar Azam’s new hairstyle is an instant hit , goes viral among youth

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Lahore (NUT-DesK)

Pakistan captain Babar Azam shared his new haircut on social media, and fans of the national team’s skipper can’t get enough of it. Returning after a successful tour of the West Indies, Babar Azam shared a picture of his new hairstyle with the caption:

“Feeling better already with the fresher and new look!” he tweeted.

Here’s how fans reacted to it:

Twitter handle @gayomarlic shared a popular meme from hit TV show “The Office” to express her love for the batsman.

The hairstyle was, apparently, enough to melt Ahmad.

Anupam Kher appreciates Shehzad Roy for correction on over viral video claim

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

Bollywood actor Anupam Kher stood corrected over viral video claim and lauded Pakistani singer and social activist Shehzad Roy for his great work. Anupam accepted his mistake after Shehzad Roy humbly corrected him.

The Indian actor took to Twitter and responded to Roy’s tweet, saying “Dear @ShehzadRoy! I stand corrected my friend.”

He further said, “I loved the video. Keep up the great work you are doing with these kids!! Love and prayers always!!”

Commenting on it, the Teri Soorat singer said, “Sir @AnupamPKher Thank you. I am your fan and love the work you do. I will keep you updated about these lovely group of kids and their music.

Earlier on Friday, Shehzad Roy humbly responded to the claims made by Anupam Kher, saying, “Sir @AnupamPKher Thanks for sharing the video I shared a few days back. You say that these talented kids are from Bharat, a humble correction, these kids are in fact from Hunza, Pakistan. I am in touch with them and have sent them all the musical instruments they need.”

The Bollywood actor, on August 18, had shared a viral video of talented kids from Hunza, Pakistan and claimed they were from Indian village.

‘Taya Jaan’ Faysal Quraishi visits Iqra Aziz, Yasir Hussain’s newborn son

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Lahore (NUt-DESK)

Yasir Hussain and Iqra Aziz have welcomed a special visitor- Faysal Quraishi- into their house. The Quraishi’s visited Yasir and Iqra’s abode in Bahria Town to give their blessings to the couple’s bundle of joy, Kabir Hussain.

Soon after the visit, Yasir turned to his Instagram and appreciated the sweet gesture of ‘Taya Jaan’ Faysal.

“thankyou for coming @faysalquraishi bhai and @sanafaysal,” posted Yasir alongside a thread of photos with Faysal, his wife Sana and Iqra Aziz.

ISPR video Pays Tribute to Martyrs , families ahead of Defence day.

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) has released a video paying tribute to the families of the martyrs ahead of the Defence and Martyrs Day observed on September 06.

This is the second such video released by the ISPR ahead of the Defence and Martyrs Day in two days while paying tribute to the martyrs who laid down their lives to safeguard the homeland.

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DG ISPR Major General Babar Iftikhar also lauded the families of the armed forces who he said courageously face difficulties as their loved ones serve and guard the nation.

He said that a father who serves the nation in deep waters is no less than a superhero for his son.

It was on September 06 in 1965 that the Indian forces crossed the international border in the darkness of night to attack Pakistan but the nation foiled nefarious designs of the enemy.

https://twitter.com/i/status/1431566593755172870

Sanam Chaudhry ‘turns towards Allah’, removes photos from social media

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

It seems Actress Sanam Chaudhry has quit the showbiz industry. Actress has made an important announcement on her birthday. The star, who is famously known for her work in Ghar Titli Ka Par, has taken a step back from her career and ‘turned towards Allah.’

Taking to her Instagram on Thursday, Sanam shared a clip hinting at a celebratory surprise from her family upon supporting her decision.

“My family welcomed me this way, on turning to Allah … this is so heartwarming… Thankyou,” she wrote alongside the video.

Although Sanam has not officially declared to quit showbiz, she has removed all of her photos from Instagram and has only kept a few from her Nikkah ceremony.

Sonya Hussyn rejects LSA 21 nominations.

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

Talented Actress Sonya Hussyn is calling out the ‘double standards’ of jury after the announcement of Lux Style Awards 2021 nominations. Turning to her Instagram on Friday, a disappointed Sonya highlighted some of her promising projects, including Saraab, that remained unrecognized.

“It is very disappointing to see that a project like Saraab did not bag even a single nomination at the Lux Style Awards 2021.” She added, “We talk about the need for meaningful content that also educates the masses with real issues but when [such content is] finally created they’re hardly ever recognised/nominated for awards. Aren’t those double standards?”

Sonya also questioned the authenticity of such awards, dubbing that the jury oversees the meaningful content and supports dramas that have been deemed commercially ‘hit.’

“Meaningful content or hit projects? Have never really understood the criteria for these award shows. If latter then why were some of my mega-blockbuster dramas like Aisi Hai Tanhai (based on social media abuse), Nazo (based on child abuse), Ishq Zahe Naseeb (based on dual personality disorder), Shikwa (based on societal pressures that widows face) and Meri Guriya (based on child abuse) never considered at all in the past?”

Lastly, the Ishq Zehnaseeb actor wrote, “I’ve been silent for seven years but really, were none of these [dramas] deserving? Not even a single project? Anyhow, in a country where veteran artists are given lifetime achievement awards after they’re gone, then who am I to question?”

 

Angelina Jolie teams up with BBC to produce “Afghan Girls” : An uncertain Future

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

Angelina Jolie, who last week debuted on Instagram with a post to highlight the Afghan refugee crisis, has produced a short video for the BBC to shed light on the plight of young Afghan women.

The Hollywood A-lister took to Instagram to share the video with her 10million+ followers, writing, “Afghan Girls: An Uncertain Future. This is a video I produced with the BBC’s @YaldaHakim for @BBCWorldService and @BBCNews – the first of many, I hope.”

Sharing her vision for the series of videos, Jolie said that while she isn’t a journalist by profession, it is always been her passion “to shed light on issues relating to young people and to support them.”

The video features the blurred faces of young Afghan girls as it explains the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan and how it can affect the lives of girls in the region. Jolie explains: “I believe no woman should be forced to hide herself, but for their safety, the BBC has decided to obscure their images to protect their identities. As with all editorial content that appears under its name, the BBC has final editorial approval.”

“We hope that by making these videos about those under 25 who are caught up in global conflicts, we will be connecting young people to each other and to the big stories that affect them,” she added.

Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin’s wedding date announced.

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Lahore (NUT-Desk)

Wedding bells are in the air for lovebirds Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram who are set to tie the knot on September 10! The couple took to Instagram on Saturday, Aug. 28, to share a picture of their wedding invite with fans and followers, much like they shared their engagement invites back in June.

“Alhamdulillah (Thank God),” Minal wrote, before tagging fiance Ahsan and saying, “Where did you come from achanak (suddenly)? Now you’re staying forever.”

Ahsan also shared the invite with his own followers, excitedly announcing, “Alhamdulillah! We’re gettingggggg married!!” He went on to proclaim his love for Minal, tagging her to say, “I will love you forever and ever and ever and ever till my last breath.”

Minal and Ahsan, who went public with their romance in November of 2020, first shared news of their baat pakki in May with heartwarming pictures from the occasion. “Here is to forever. To the love of my life you’re the easiest yes I’ve ever said!” Minal Khan wrote, addressing her fiance.

Just a month later, in June, the couple sat down to officially exchange rings among close friends and family in a gorgeous albeit small engagement ceremony.

PM Imran Khan nominates Ramiz Raja, Asad Ali Khan as PCB BoG members

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Lahore (NUT-DESK)

Prime Minister Imran Khan,  nominated Ramiz Raja and Asad Ali Khan as members of the cricket authority’s board of governors on Friday

According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination, the members have been appointed for a three-year tenure in terms of Paragraph 12(5) of the Constitution of the Pakistan Cricket Board, 2019.

Earlier, PM Imran Khan had already appointed Justice Azmat Saeed as election commissioner to oversee the PCB chairman’s election.

This is Asad Ali Khan’s second appointment to the board of governors. Ehsan Mani and Khan, the patron\s previous two nominees, have completed their three-year terms on the board.

According to the PCB constitution, the chairman of the board is elected by the board of governors from within the members of the board of governors.