Qandeel, who became famous through her tireless self-promotion and suggestive "selfies" posted on social media, had amassed tens of thousands of followers. Qandeel, known for posting bold videos and statements on Facebook, was killed by her own brother at the family home on the outskirts of Multan in Punjab, media reports said. The brother fled after murdering Qandeel, whose real name is Fauzia Azeem, Dawn newspaper said. Qandeel's brother had been threatening her over her Facebook posts and videos, said the police. Three weeks ago, Qandeel wrote to Interior Minister and the Senior Superintendent of Police in Islamabad asking them to provide security to her.

Source: bd News24 July 16, 2016 08:15 UTC