Experts feels Meghan Markle had a lot of anger and even a ‘diva’ attitude afoot when she felt her wings were at risk of being cut in Buckingham Palace. Comments about everything have been shared during Arthur Edwards and Jennie Bond’s chat on the Royal Exclusive Live show. There the royal correspondent offered her take on the Duchess’ potential by saying, “Meghan could have been such a credit – she is in independent, forthright woman. I think the monarchy didn’t act as carefully as they should have done. “But Meghan is by all accounts a bit of a diva,” Ms Bond went as far as to say.

- Advertisement -ISLAMABAD, Oct 10 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday said that Pakistan was committed to improving the mental health of the nation and enhancing the mental health facilities. - Advertisement -Today, he said they observed World Mental Health Day to raise awareness about mental health and the need for providing counselling and support to those in need. This year’s theme, “Mental Health at Work”, highlights the importance of creating healthy work environments that protect and support mental well-being. He said Pakistan was committed to improving mental health and has launched the National Mental Health Helpline (1166) which underlined their dedication to providing accessible support. We have also integrated mental health education, into the Lady Health Worker training curriculum to enhance early detection of the problem,” he further noted.

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has addressed the political turmoil in his home country, offering an apology for his silence during a pivotal period and expressing his desire for a fitting farewell from the game. Shakib’s comments come amidst heightened political tension following the fall of the Awami League government and ongoing public criticism over his lack of involvement in the protests. In his Facebook post, Shakib began by paying tribute to the students who lost their lives or were injured during the protests, acknowledging their sacrifices for the nation. His absence became even more controversial when his name, alongside other Awami League leaders, was mentioned in a murder case related to the protests. My political involvement was primarily driven by my desire to contribute to the development of my hometown Magura.

Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Aamer Farooq on Wednesday suspended Senior Civil Judge Inaamullah for issuing a stay order against the demolition of Monal Restaurant in Islamabad. The suspension orders were issued by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq, who also directed the judge to report to the IHC. An inquiry has been initiated, with Session Judge Kamran Basharat Mufti appointed as the inquiry officer. The suspension followed a summons earlier in the day by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq, where Judge Inaamullah was called in for his actions.

The Punjab government’s recent decision to abolish the corruption-ridden food department and establish the Punjab Price Control & Commodities Management Department marks a crucial reform aimed at addressing the soaring food prices that have burdened middle-class households in the province. This initiative seeks to centralize food-related functions, regulate the supply and demand of essential commodities, and control profiteering. The department will assess potential food shortages and take proactive measures to maintain a steady supply of essential commodities. The FBR, despite being restructured with the aim of improving efficiency and reducing corruption, has faced difficulties in achieving its objectives. In conclusion, the establishment of the Punjab Price Control & Commodities Management Department represents a significant step towards addressing the pressing issue of food prices in the province.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has strongly denied reports from Telegraph suggesting that the final of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy could be moved away from Pakistan if India qualifies. Reiterating its commitment, the PCB confirmed that all tournament matches, including the final, will be hosted within Pakistan. Despite the ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan, the PCB is determined to ensure a successful and uninterrupted tournament. "There is absolutely no truth to the reports suggesting that the Champions Trophy final could be moved outside Pakistan," said a PCB spokesperson. Lahore will host seven matches, including the grand final, while Karachi’s National Stadium will stage the opening match and one semi-final.

Bobby Shmurda has made some bold allegations regarding Meek Mill's departure from Roc Nation, claiming the label played a part in spreading rumors about Meek and Diddy's relationship. In a recent interview with *The Danza Project*,Shmurda suggested that Meek's decision to leave Roc Nation in July 2022 triggered a smear campaign. Meek left that team. Meek Mill left Roc Nation in mid-2022, citing internal disputes and wanting more control over his business ventures. "And roc nation is my family, don’t mix my post aimed at Atlantic mixed up with roc or MMG."

Sean “Diddy” Combs is trying his luck once again to secure bail after being rejected twice. On Tuesday, October 8, several news outlets, including Page Six, reported that the music mogul’s legal team filed a third appeal for bail with the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. This appeal challenges the previous decisions made by the Southern District of New York, which denied the 54-year-old rapper’s bail on two occasions based on allegations of obstruction of justice and witness tampering. The three-time Grammy Award-winning rapper’s team requested his immediate release on the grounds of alleged insufficient evidence for incarceration and claimed errors in the court’s decision. He has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting his forthcoming trial.

ISLAMABAD - The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that the sugar mills and others, which used private generators of more than 500KW capacity to generate electricity for self use, are not liable to pay the electricity duty on their own self use of the power/energy. It is only when these words are taken together that the taxing event can be sensibly gathered from subsection (1). It is this composite that is the taxing event. It said that the first column of the Fifth Schedule is a table that comprises of two entries. The second element of the taxing event did not apply to them and hence they are not within the levy.

ACM Group of Industries is proud to announce two prestigious wins: “Brand of the Year 2023-24” and “Best Battery Manufacturing Company of the Year Excellence 2023-24.” These awards, presented by the Brand of the year Association and Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), recognize Osaka Batteries for its exceptional performance, innovation, and consumer trust. Since 2006, Osaka Batteries has consistently earned the Brand of the Year title, affirming its leadership in the battery industry. This year’s win is particularly special with the additional recognition of Best Battery Manufacturing Company of the Year Excellence, marking a new milestone for ACM Group of Industries. Both awards were received by Muhammad Mustafa Bin Talha, Chief Executive Officer of ACM Group of Industries, who shared his gratitude: “These awards reflect the relentless dedication of our entire team. With your support, ACM Group of Industries continues to lead the charge in innovation and quality, setting new standards in the battery manufacturing industry!

A recent video showing Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan in an estranged mood over an issue is making rounds on social media, fuelling speculations about their divorce. Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan’s old videos and photos have been circulating on social media. A recent video of Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai has surfaced from a Kabaddi match. In the video, Aishwarya, Aaradhya, and Navya Naveli Nanda can be seen sitting together and cheering for the team. Along with Navya, Sikander Kher is also seated who is a close friend of Abhishek Bachchan.

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb disclosed on Tuesday that Chinese engineers killed in a recent suicide attack in Karachi were part of ongoing energy debt restructuring negotiations with the Pakistani government. He also claimed that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s strike caused Rs190 billion daily loss to the economy. In a pre-recorded statement, Senator Aurangzeb said that the Chinese engineers killed in the Karachi airport attack were part of the team, which was engaged in talks with the Pakistani government over re-profiling of the energy debt. The finance minister claimed that Pakistan’s economy incurred losses of Rs190 billion per day due to strike and strife. The finance ministry said that the advisory firm would provide it expert advice and consulting support for operationalisation of the Pakistan Sovereign Wealth Fund.

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast mainly dry and hot weather for most parts of the country during the next 24 hours. However, rain wind/thunderstorm may occur in Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the synoptic situation, a westerly wave was present over western and upper parts of the country. During the last 24 hours, rain windstorm/thunderstorm occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir. Weather remained hot and dry in other parts of the country.

LAHORE - The Legal Aid Society (LAS) has launched NAZ Assist, Pakistan’s first multilingual legal advisory chatbot, designed to provide free legal advice in English, Urdu, Sindhi, and Pashto. The chatbot utilizes insights gathered from over 450,000 logged calls for legal assistance since 2014 by the Sindh Legal Advisory Call Center (SLACC), ensuring that the advice provided is relevant to the legal landscape of Pakistan. The bot will also help make LAS more inclusive as differently-abled people who are deaf or mute can now get preliminary legal advice at a click of a button. She continued, “With the launch of NAZ Assist, we are taking a significant step towards making legal advice accessible to everyone, regardless of their background. We genuinely want to help people access justice.” People interested in learning more or trying out NAZ Assist can visit the LAS website at (http://www.las.org.pk) today.

DELHI: Vinesh Phogat has claimed, defeating her BJP rival Yogesh Kumar by 6,015 votes just months after facing disappointment at the Paris Olympics. Vinesh Phogat joined the Congress party and successfully contested the elections in Julana, Haryana securing victory with a margin of 5,761 votes. In related news, Vinesh Phogat was one of the key figures protesting against the former President of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Singh, voicing her concerns over sexual harassment. It is noteworthy that just hours before the women’s 50 kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics, Vinesh Phogat was disqualified for weighing 100 grams over the limit, preventing her from competing for a medal. Recently, the wrestler claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had attempted to contact her and suggested recording their conversation following the Paris Olympics incident, but she refused.