Abdul Gaffar Nadiadwala, a seasoned producer of "multi-starrer masala films" in Bollywood, passed away here on Monday after a protracted illness, according to his son, Mushtaque Nadiadwala.

Around three in the morning this morning, he passed away at Breach Candy Hospital after battling numerous illnesses. He was 92 years old.

In addition to his nephew and well-known filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala, Gaffarbhai, as he was known in the film industry, is survived by his three sons, Feroze, Hafiz, and Mushtaque, and daughters.

Gaffarbhai's final rites will be performed at the Irla Masjid Cemetery in Vile Parle today at 4 p.m. He was one of the founders of the important Nadiadwala Films banner, which has studios in Mumbai and Gujarat.

Over the course of his five-decade filmmaking career, he produced a number of iconic films, including "Aa Gale Lag Ja," "Lahu Ke Do Rang," "Shankar Shambhu," "Jhutha Sach," "Sone Pe Suhaga," and "Watan Ke Rakhwale."

Actor Ajay Devgn expressed his condolences on social media, "Deepest condolences on the passing of Shri Gaffarbhai Nadiadwala. My father &amp; he were associates during the golden era of our cinema. Shanti AG Nadiadwala, saab. My condolences to the Nadiadwala family."

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Many of his films were characterised by multiple star casts, dizzying twists and turns in the story-line, lavish sets or locales, memorable music, and comprising all the other `masala` ingredients that went into making many of his productions a success at the box office, making the Nadiadwalas a household name. 
 
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Abdul Gaffar Nadiadwala, a seasoned producer of "multi-starrer masala films" in Bollywood, passed away here on Monday after a protracted illness, according to his son, Mushtaque Nadiadwala.

Abdul Gaffar Nadiadwala, a seasoned producer of "multi-starrer masala films" in Bollywood, passed away here on Monday after a protracted illness, according to his son, Mushtaque Nadiadwala. Around three in the morning this morning, he passed away at Breach Candy Hospital after battling numerous illnesses. He was 92 years old. In addition to his nephew and well-known filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala, Gaffarbhai, as he was known in the film industry, is survived by his three sons, Feroze, Hafiz, and Mushtaque, and daughters. Gaffarbhai's final rites will be performed at the Irla Masjid Cemetery in Vile Parle today at 4 p.m. He was one of the founders of the important Nadiadwala Films banner, which has studios in Mumbai and Gujarat. Over the course of his five-decade filmmaking career, he produced a number of iconic films, including "Aa Gale Lag Ja," "Lahu Ke Do Rang," "Shankar Shambhu," "Jhutha Sach," "Sone Pe Suhaga," and "Watan Ke Rakhwale." Actor Ajay Devgn expressed his condolences on social media, "Deepest condolences on the passing of Shri Gaffarbhai Nadiadwala. My father & he were associates during the golden era of our cinema. Shanti AG Nadiadwala, saab. My condolences to the Nadiadwala family." Deepest condolences on the passing of Shri Gaffarbhai Nadiadwala. My father & he were associates during the golden era of our cinema. 🕉 Shanti AG Nadiadwala saab. My condolences to the Nadiadwala family. pic.twitter.com/xf1oxwhOoH — Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) August 22, 2022 × Many of his films were characterised by multiple star casts, dizzying twists and turns in the story-line, lavish sets or locales, memorable music, and comprising all the other `masala` ingredients that went into making many of his productions a success at the box office, making the Nadiadwalas a household name. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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In a dispute over government funding, attorneys in England and Wales who are involved in criminal trials have decided to go on an indefinite strike beginning in September.

According to the Criminal Bar Association (CBA), nearly 80% of voting members supported intensifying the recent sporadic strike action, which included refusing to take on new cases or cover cases for colleagues who have gone overdue.

They will strike indefinitely beginning on September 5, the day Boris Johnson's replacement as prime minister is scheduled to be announced.

Real earnings, according to attorneys who represent clients in criminal court cases, have fallen by 28% since 2006.

According to the attorneys, many junior barristers make only a median salary of $20,900 in their first three years, forcing many to give up their careers.

The CBA stated that the proposal would not be implemented until the end of 2023 at the earliest. The government had offered barristers a 15% pay increase.

British courts already have a backlog of about 58,000 cases, which has been made worse in part by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, according to CBA, the justice system has long been dysfunctional due to a lack of attorneys.

The strike is the most recent in a string of labour disputes in Britain, where rail, port, and airline workers have walked out in protest at pay increases that have not kept pace with inflation, which is expected to reach 13% later this year.

On Sunday, workers at the largest container port in Britain began an eight-day strike that, according to their union and shipping firms, could have a significant negative impact on supply chains and trade.

East Coast of England's Felixstowe employees are engaging in industrial action over a pay dispute.

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In a dispute over government funding, attorneys in England and Wales who are involved in criminal trials have decided to go on an indefinite strike beginning in September. According to the Criminal Bar Association (CBA), nearly 80% of voting members supported intensifying the recent sporadic strike action, which included refusing to take on new cases or cover cases for colleagues who have gone overdue. They will strike indefinitely beginning on September 5, the day Boris Johnson's replacement as prime minister is scheduled to be announced. Real earnings, according to attorneys who represent clients in criminal court cases, have fallen by 28% since 2006. According to the attorneys, many junior barristers make only a median salary of $20,900 in their first three years, forcing many to give up their careers. The CBA stated that the proposal would not be implemented until the end of 2023 at the earliest. The government had offered barristers a 15% pay increase. British courts already have a backlog of about 58,000 cases, which has been made worse in part by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, according to CBA, the justice system has long been dysfunctional due to a lack of attorneys. The strike is the most recent in a string of labour disputes in Britain, where rail, port, and airline workers have walked out in protest at pay increases that have not kept pace with inflation, which is expected to reach 13% later this year. On Sunday, workers at the largest container port in Britain began an eight-day strike that, according to their union and shipping firms, could have a significant negative impact on supply chains and trade. East Coast of England's Felixstowe employees are engaging in industrial action over a pay dispute. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The "exact formula" for estimating the likelihood—and timing—of a child yelling out during a long car ride has been developed by a statistician.

Dr James Hind from Nottingham Trent University claims that T = 70 + 0.5E + 15F - 10S is the formula parents can use to calculate the likelihood of their children having car accidents in the backseat.

Dr Hind's research, which was developed alongside LV= Britannia Rescue and based on responses from 2,000 parents, found that the time (T) the average child will typically take to throw a tantrum during a long car journey is 70 minutes.

Every minute a child is entertained (E) reduces the likelihood of a tantrum, while food (F) allows parents to postpone the tantrum by 15 minutes; however, having siblings (S) in the car was found to increase the likelihood of backseat breakdowns by 10 minutes.

According to the study, most kids will inquire as to whether they are "nearly there." Repeat it four times while driving, starting 32 minutes into the trip.

The survey found that boredom is the leading cause of backseat tantrums, cited by 68% of parents, followed by the journey being too long (62%) and the kids being hungry (6%), as families get ready for long road trips ahead of the bank holiday weekend (57 per cent).

Dr Hind, a professor in the School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University, said that if you only have one child and you can keep them occupied and occasionally bribe them with food, you could manage two hours of tantrum-free driving. Unfortunately, two kids without toys or snacks can start a temper tantrum in just 40 minutes.

There is a limit to how much snacks can help, so limit your intake to two per hour at most. The most important thing is to have fun, but even that falls short on really long trips.

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The "exact formula" for estimating the likelihood—and timing—of a child yelling out during a long car ride has been developed by a statistician. Dr James Hind from Nottingham Trent University claims that T = 70 + 0.5E + 15F - 10S is the formula parents can use to calculate the likelihood of their children having car accidents in the backseat. Dr Hind's research, which was developed alongside LV= Britannia Rescue and based on responses from 2,000 parents, found that the time (T) the average child will typically take to throw a tantrum during a long car journey is 70 minutes. Every minute a child is entertained (E) reduces the likelihood of a tantrum, while food (F) allows parents to postpone the tantrum by 15 minutes; however, having siblings (S) in the car was found to increase the likelihood of backseat breakdowns by 10 minutes. According to the study, most kids will inquire as to whether they are "nearly there." Repeat it four times while driving, starting 32 minutes into the trip. The survey found that boredom is the leading cause of backseat tantrums, cited by 68% of parents, followed by the journey being too long (62%) and the kids being hungry (6%), as families get ready for long road trips ahead of the bank holiday weekend (57 per cent). Dr Hind, a professor in the School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University, said that if you only have one child and you can keep them occupied and occasionally bribe them with food, you could manage two hours of tantrum-free driving. Unfortunately, two kids without toys or snacks can start a temper tantrum in just 40 minutes. There is a limit to how much snacks can help, so limit your intake to two per hour at most. The most important thing is to have fun, but even that falls short on really long trips. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A flight tracking database reveals that American film director Steven Spielberg's private plane has flown nearly 17,000 miles and consumed more than $116,000 in fuel over the past two months.

Data from ADS-B Exchange shows that the film director and climate change activist's aircraft has used at least $116,159 in jet fuel in 16 trips since June 23.&nbsp;

As a result, the aircraft has released at least 179 tonnes of carbon dioxide over the past two months. Despite his efforts to combat climate change, Spielberg's emissions are high, coming in at about 11 times those of the typical American consumer.

The revelations come at a time when a number of other well-known celebrities are being investigated for high emissions. 
 
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Since the database didn't calculate fuel and distance metrics for at least three trips made by Spielberg's jet, the numbers are probably an underestimate.

Spielberg, on the other hand, has previously said that he was "terrified" by global warming and that he "ripped people who go blithely through life" without considering their impact on the environment."

In one of its more than a dozen journeys, Spielberg's jet flew 3,589 miles on June 29 from Westhampton, New York, to Amsterdam, Netherlands, consuming $21,183 in fuel and producing 32 tonnes of carbon dioxide.&nbsp;

After that, the aircraft flew to Rotterdam, Netherlands, before landing back in Westhampton on July 1, using up an additional 38 tonnes of carbon dioxide and another $24,685 in fuel.

In recent weeks, Taylor Swift, Kylie Jenner, and Drake have come under fire over claims that they frequently fly on private planes with high carbon dioxide emissions for brief distances.

Swift completed at least 170 flights since January and released more than 8,290 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide, making her the biggest celebrity polluter according to a report created by Yard, a digital marketing firm based in the UK.&nbsp;

Swift's jet is frequently lent out to others, so the figures can't be entirely attributed to her, a Swift spokesperson told the Washington Post.

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A flight tracking database reveals that American film director Steven Spielberg's private plane has flown nearly 17,000 miles and consumed more than $116,000 in fuel over the past two months. Data from ADS-B Exchange shows that the film director and climate change activist's aircraft has used at least $116,159 in jet fuel in 16 trips since June 23. As a result, the aircraft has released at least 179 tonnes of carbon dioxide over the past two months. Despite his efforts to combat climate change, Spielberg's emissions are high, coming in at about 11 times those of the typical American consumer. The revelations come at a time when a number of other well-known celebrities are being investigated for high emissions. Also read | Did Marvel Studios approach Steven Spielberg for 'Fantastic Four'? Here's the truth Since the database didn't calculate fuel and distance metrics for at least three trips made by Spielberg's jet, the numbers are probably an underestimate. Spielberg, on the other hand, has previously said that he was "terrified" by global warming and that he "ripped people who go blithely through life" without considering their impact on the environment." In one of its more than a dozen journeys, Spielberg's jet flew 3,589 miles on June 29 from Westhampton, New York, to Amsterdam, Netherlands, consuming $21,183 in fuel and producing 32 tonnes of carbon dioxide. After that, the aircraft flew to Rotterdam, Netherlands, before landing back in Westhampton on July 1, using up an additional 38 tonnes of carbon dioxide and another $24,685 in fuel. In recent weeks, Taylor Swift, Kylie Jenner, and Drake have come under fire over claims that they frequently fly on private planes with high carbon dioxide emissions for brief distances. Swift completed at least 170 flights since January and released more than 8,290 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide, making her the biggest celebrity polluter according to a report created by Yard, a digital marketing firm based in the UK. Swift's jet is frequently lent out to others, so the figures can't be entirely attributed to her, a Swift spokesperson told the Washington Post. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A study has discovered that psilocybin, a psychedelic substance present in magic mushrooms, aids in "opening up" the brains of depressed individuals even weeks after use.

This research was conducted by the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London using brain scans from nearly 60 patients who were receiving treatment for depression. The study's authors think they may have figured out how psilocybin influences the brain to produce therapeutic effects.

A number of psychedelic substances, including psilocybin, are being studied as potential treatments for mental illnesses. In several studies, a synthetic version of the medication was tested for its efficacy in treating patients with anxiety and depression.

According to the latest findings, which were compiled from two separate studies, patients who responded to psilocybin-assisted therapy exhibited increased brain connectivity not just during treatment but also for up to three weeks afterward.&nbsp;

This "opening up" effect was linked to the participants' self-reported reductions in depression.

It appears the psychedelic treats depression differently than a traditional antidepressant called escitalopram because similar changes in brain connectivity were not observed in people taking that medication.

The team claims that the results, which were replicated in two studies and were published today in the journal Nature Medicine, represent a positive development for psilocybin therapy.

They say that because depression can cause rigid and constrained patterns of brain activity, psilocybin may be able to help the brain escape this impasse in a way that conventional treatments are unable to.

The drug development expert stated that although more data from ongoing clinical trials was required to prove the medication's efficacy, preliminary findings were encouraging.

The treatment pathway, according to the scientist, operates entirely differently from how antidepressants do.

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A study has discovered that psilocybin, a psychedelic substance present in magic mushrooms, aids in "opening up" the brains of depressed individuals even weeks after use. This research was conducted by the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London using brain scans from nearly 60 patients who were receiving treatment for depression. The study's authors think they may have figured out how psilocybin influences the brain to produce therapeutic effects. A number of psychedelic substances, including psilocybin, are being studied as potential treatments for mental illnesses. In several studies, a synthetic version of the medication was tested for its efficacy in treating patients with anxiety and depression. According to the latest findings, which were compiled from two separate studies, patients who responded to psilocybin-assisted therapy exhibited increased brain connectivity not just during treatment but also for up to three weeks afterward. This "opening up" effect was linked to the participants' self-reported reductions in depression. It appears the psychedelic treats depression differently than a traditional antidepressant called escitalopram because similar changes in brain connectivity were not observed in people taking that medication. The team claims that the results, which were replicated in two studies and were published today in the journal Nature Medicine, represent a positive development for psilocybin therapy. They say that because depression can cause rigid and constrained patterns of brain activity, psilocybin may be able to help the brain escape this impasse in a way that conventional treatments are unable to. The drug development expert stated that although more data from ongoing clinical trials was required to prove the medication's efficacy, preliminary findings were encouraging. The treatment pathway, according to the scientist, operates entirely differently from how antidepressants do. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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After Sony was accused of "ripping off" UK customers, millions of PlayStation owners may be eligible for a share of up to $5.91 billion.

According to the class action, Sony violated competition laws and abused its market position.

If successful, approximately 8.9 million UK customers could receive damages ranging from $79 to $664, not including interest.

According to the allegation, Sony sold digital games and in-game purchases at excessive prices, potentially causing customers to overpay.

It asserts that the video game industry behemoth added a 30% commission to each digital game or in-game purchase made through the PlayStation Store website.

According to consumer rights advocate Alex Neill, who is leading the claim, this ultimately affected how much customers paid for games.

Sony has not yet addressed the allegations.

Since August 19, 2016, anyone in the UK who has bought digital games or add-on content on their console or through the PlayStation Store is automatically covered by the claim.

You don't have to register in order to be eligible for a portion of the award should the claim ultimately be accepted.

By registering on playstationyouoweus.co.uk, anyone who believes they are entitled to compensation can stay informed about the claim.

You'll be informed of what to do next if Sony loses or a payout is decided.

However, even if you don't sign up for updates beforehand, you can usually still add your name after a decision has been made.

Don't delete any purchase emails you've received from Sony; you'll need them to prove you were impacted and will typically need receipts to do so.

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After Sony was accused of "ripping off" UK customers, millions of PlayStation owners may be eligible for a share of up to $5.91 billion. According to the class action, Sony violated competition laws and abused its market position. If successful, approximately 8.9 million UK customers could receive damages ranging from $79 to $664, not including interest. According to the allegation, Sony sold digital games and in-game purchases at excessive prices, potentially causing customers to overpay. It asserts that the video game industry behemoth added a 30% commission to each digital game or in-game purchase made through the PlayStation Store website. According to consumer rights advocate Alex Neill, who is leading the claim, this ultimately affected how much customers paid for games. Sony has not yet addressed the allegations. Since August 19, 2016, anyone in the UK who has bought digital games or add-on content on their console or through the PlayStation Store is automatically covered by the claim. You don't have to register in order to be eligible for a portion of the award should the claim ultimately be accepted. By registering on playstationyouoweus.co.uk, anyone who believes they are entitled to compensation can stay informed about the claim. You'll be informed of what to do next if Sony loses or a payout is decided. However, even if you don't sign up for updates beforehand, you can usually still add your name after a decision has been made. Don't delete any purchase emails you've received from Sony; you'll need them to prove you were impacted and will typically need receipts to do so. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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For the past six days, the presence of a Chinese research vessel in Sri Lanka has caused some unease in New Delhi. After a contentious six-day visit, the ship docked at the strategically significant Hambantota port and departed from Sri Lankan waters on Monday.

The Chinese space and satellite ship Yuan Wang 5 was docked in Sri Lanka's Hambantota port. The Chinese military used the surveillance ship to monitor launches of satellites, rockets, and intercontinental ballistic missiles.

India claimed that Yuan Wang 5 was more than just a military ship and that it had the ability to spy on its operations. Beijing allegedly has the authority to scrutinise travel to as many as six ports in south India.

The ballistic missile and satellite tracking ship "Yuan Wang 5" was supposed to arrive at the Chinese-run port on August 11, but Sri Lankan authorities refused to grant them permission due to security concerns raised by India.

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At 8:20 a.m. local time on August 16, the Chinese ship docked in the port of Hambantota in southern Sri Lanka. In order to refuel, it docked there.

According to local harbour master Nirmal Silva, the ship departed the port at 4 p.m. local time.

According to officials, Jiang Yin port in China will be its next port of call.

According to Hambantota port officials, no personnel rotation occurred during the call, as was previously agreed. During the ship's visit, Sri Lanka provided the necessary assistance that the Chinese embassy had requested.

Due to India's concerns, Sri Lanka had requested that China postpone the visit. Colombo granted the vessel port access from August 16 to August 22 on August 13 with the stipulation that it maintain an active Automatic Identification System (AIS) inside Sri Lanka's Exclusive Economic Zone and refrain from conducting any scientific research within Sri Lankan waters.

According to Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Defence gave the vessel permission to visit for replenishment during the predetermined time period.

It stated that there would be no personnel rotation during the port call and that the Chinese Embassy in Colombo had asked the Sri Lankan government to provide the necessary assistance.

The Sri Lankan Foreign Ministry stated earlier this month that security and cooperation in the neighbourhood are of the utmost importance when handling the situation involving the Chinese vessel Wang Yang 5.

The local telecommunications regulatory authority had issued a No Objection Letter for the use of frequencies and communication equipment subject to non-interference and non-protection.

In New Delhi, there were worries that the ship's tracking systems might try to eavesdrop on Indian defence installations while it was en route to the port in Sri Lanka.

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For the past six days, the presence of a Chinese research vessel in Sri Lanka has caused some unease in New Delhi. After a contentious six-day visit, the ship docked at the strategically significant Hambantota port and departed from Sri Lankan waters on Monday.

For the past six days, the presence of a Chinese research vessel in Sri Lanka has caused some unease in New Delhi. After a contentious six-day visit, the ship docked at the strategically significant Hambantota port and departed from Sri Lankan waters on Monday. The Chinese space and satellite ship Yuan Wang 5 was docked in Sri Lanka's Hambantota port. The Chinese military used the surveillance ship to monitor launches of satellites, rockets, and intercontinental ballistic missiles. India claimed that Yuan Wang 5 was more than just a military ship and that it had the ability to spy on its operations. Beijing allegedly has the authority to scrutinise travel to as many as six ports in south India. The ballistic missile and satellite tracking ship "Yuan Wang 5" was supposed to arrive at the Chinese-run port on August 11, but Sri Lankan authorities refused to grant them permission due to security concerns raised by India. Watch: At 8:20 a.m. local time on August 16, the Chinese ship docked in the port of Hambantota in southern Sri Lanka. In order to refuel, it docked there. According to local harbour master Nirmal Silva, the ship departed the port at 4 p.m. local time. According to officials, Jiang Yin port in China will be its next port of call. According to Hambantota port officials, no personnel rotation occurred during the call, as was previously agreed. During the ship's visit, Sri Lanka provided the necessary assistance that the Chinese embassy had requested. Due to India's concerns, Sri Lanka had requested that China postpone the visit. Colombo granted the vessel port access from August 16 to August 22 on August 13 with the stipulation that it maintain an active Automatic Identification System (AIS) inside Sri Lanka's Exclusive Economic Zone and refrain from conducting any scientific research within Sri Lankan waters. According to Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Defence gave the vessel permission to visit for replenishment during the predetermined time period. It stated that there would be no personnel rotation during the port call and that the Chinese Embassy in Colombo had asked the Sri Lankan government to provide the necessary assistance. The Sri Lankan Foreign Ministry stated earlier this month that security and cooperation in the neighbourhood are of the utmost importance when handling the situation involving the Chinese vessel Wang Yang 5. The local telecommunications regulatory authority had issued a No Objection Letter for the use of frequencies and communication equipment subject to non-interference and non-protection. In New Delhi, there were worries that the ship's tracking systems might try to eavesdrop on Indian defence installations while it was en route to the port in Sri Lanka. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The typical Pakistani woman's life is defined by her economic, cultural, social, and political subordination from birth. In Pakistan, there is a sizable gap in the status of men and women.

This includes discriminatory laws, bad policies, plans, and programmes, as well as inadequate budgetary provisions. It also includes harmful social and cultural practises.&nbsp;

The disparities remain unchanged because of a lack of political will and the absence of meaningful or effective affirmative action.

There are many different types of violence against women in Pakistan. Domestic abuse can take the form of physical, mental, or emotional abuse and is fairly common.

Rape continues to be the most prevalent form of violence against women, but due to the stigma surrounding the victim, only a small percentage of cases are reported or pursued in court.

According to recent data gathered from various NGOs, 257 women in Sindh over the last three months were victims of various types of violent acts, including physical assault, rape, kidnapping, domestic violence, and honour killings, revealing the appalling state of women's rights in Pakistan.

The miserable condition of women in Sindh is being exposed by various NGOs working for women's rights. According to the data, 257 women were victims of violent crimes in Sindh that were reported to local police stations.

According to Pakistan's local media outlet, Daily Times, out of these 257 cases, 70 women were physically assaulted, 46 were raped, 29 were kidnapped, 38 experienced domestic violence, 29 were kidnapped, 41 were killed, and four women lost their lives in honour killings (also known as Karo-Kari) across Sindh during the past three months.

Even though there are many laws in Pakistan, all of this is still happening. In Sindh, the government has completely failed to protect and defend the rights of women.

The Sindh Child Marriage Restraint Act 2013, the Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection Act), the Protection Against Harassment of Women at Workplace Act 2010, the Criminal Procedure Code (and PPC) (Third Amendment) Act 2011, and the Anti-Women Practices (Criminal Law Amendment) Act, 2008 are among the laws.

Assaults on women committed in the name of honour continue to be a sign of Pakistani society's narrow-minded attitude toward women. Even women of Pakistani descent who are living abroad face discrimination.

According to a study by the Sustainable Social Development Organisation (SSDO) and the Centre for Research, Development, and Communication, Pakistan had the highest number of cases of rape, violence against women, and kidnapping of women in May of this year (CRDC).

According to the report's data, Punjab province reported the most instances of women and children being abused, followed by Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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The typical Pakistani woman's life is defined by her economic, cultural, social, and political subordination from birth. In Pakistan, there is a sizable gap in the status of men and women. This includes discriminatory laws, bad policies, plans, and programmes, as well as inadequate budgetary provisions. It also includes harmful social and cultural practises. The disparities remain unchanged because of a lack of political will and the absence of meaningful or effective affirmative action. There are many different types of violence against women in Pakistan. Domestic abuse can take the form of physical, mental, or emotional abuse and is fairly common. Rape continues to be the most prevalent form of violence against women, but due to the stigma surrounding the victim, only a small percentage of cases are reported or pursued in court. According to recent data gathered from various NGOs, 257 women in Sindh over the last three months were victims of various types of violent acts, including physical assault, rape, kidnapping, domestic violence, and honour killings, revealing the appalling state of women's rights in Pakistan. The miserable condition of women in Sindh is being exposed by various NGOs working for women's rights. According to the data, 257 women were victims of violent crimes in Sindh that were reported to local police stations. According to Pakistan's local media outlet, Daily Times, out of these 257 cases, 70 women were physically assaulted, 46 were raped, 29 were kidnapped, 38 experienced domestic violence, 29 were kidnapped, 41 were killed, and four women lost their lives in honour killings (also known as Karo-Kari) across Sindh during the past three months. Even though there are many laws in Pakistan, all of this is still happening. In Sindh, the government has completely failed to protect and defend the rights of women. The Sindh Child Marriage Restraint Act 2013, the Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection Act), the Protection Against Harassment of Women at Workplace Act 2010, the Criminal Procedure Code (and PPC) (Third Amendment) Act 2011, and the Anti-Women Practices (Criminal Law Amendment) Act, 2008 are among the laws. Assaults on women committed in the name of honour continue to be a sign of Pakistani society's narrow-minded attitude toward women. Even women of Pakistani descent who are living abroad face discrimination. According to a study by the Sustainable Social Development Organisation (SSDO) and the Centre for Research, Development, and Communication, Pakistan had the highest number of cases of rape, violence against women, and kidnapping of women in May of this year (CRDC). According to the report's data, Punjab province reported the most instances of women and children being abused, followed by Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Imran Khan Niazi, a former Pakistani prime minister, was booked on Sunday for threatening a judge and two high-ranking police officers at a public meeting on Saturday in Islamabad.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman was booked under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA). For disregarding judicial and law enforcement authorities, Niazi has been the subject of a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act.

Hours after the ousted prime minister threatened government institutions and made provocative remarks at a rally, Pakistan's electronic media watchdog banned satellite television channels from airing live speeches by Imran Khan.

According to the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), Imran's recorded speech would only be allowed to air after an effective delay mechanism was in place to ensure effective monitoring and editorial control.

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In his remarks to the public on Saturday, Khan threatened to file lawsuits against senior police officers, a female magistrate, the Pakistani Election Commission, and political rivals over the treatment of his aide Shahbaz Gill, who was detained last week on sedition-related charges.

Imran had stated in his speech on Saturday that he would file charges against the inspector general and deputy inspector general of the police in Islamabad and added, "We won't spare you."

According to the FIR, Imran's speech was intended to "terrorise" senior police officers and the judiciary so they could not carry out their duties and refrain from taking any action against anyone connected to the PTI if necessary.

Pakistan's interior minister, Rana Sanaullah, claimed on Sunday that the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader's speech was a continuation of a trend to criticise the military and other institutions.

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Imran Khan Niazi, a former Pakistani prime minister, was booked on Sunday for threatening a judge and two high-ranking police officers at a public meeting on Saturday in Islamabad. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman was booked under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA). For disregarding judicial and law enforcement authorities, Niazi has been the subject of a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act. Hours after the ousted prime minister threatened government institutions and made provocative remarks at a rally, Pakistan's electronic media watchdog banned satellite television channels from airing live speeches by Imran Khan. According to the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), Imran's recorded speech would only be allowed to air after an effective delay mechanism was in place to ensure effective monitoring and editorial control. Watch | Pakistan: Imran Khan's live speeches banned, media body bans live broadcast Watch: Pakistan government denies custodial torture; Imran Khan calls for nationwide rally In his remarks to the public on Saturday, Khan threatened to file lawsuits against senior police officers, a female magistrate, the Pakistani Election Commission, and political rivals over the treatment of his aide Shahbaz Gill, who was detained last week on sedition-related charges. Imran had stated in his speech on Saturday that he would file charges against the inspector general and deputy inspector general of the police in Islamabad and added, "We won't spare you." According to the FIR, Imran's speech was intended to "terrorise" senior police officers and the judiciary so they could not carry out their duties and refrain from taking any action against anyone connected to the PTI if necessary. Pakistan's interior minister, Rana Sanaullah, claimed on Sunday that the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leader's speech was a continuation of a trend to criticise the military and other institutions. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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In Patna, the capital of Bihar, stones have been thrown at Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's convoy. Several of the convoy's vehicles had their windows broken by stone pelting.

However, the Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, was not present in the car.

The incident took place near Sohgi Mor in Gaurichak in Patna.

According to the report, the people of the area were outraged by the murder of a youth.

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A young man's body who went missing about a week ago was discovered in Beur, according to the information that is currently available.

This infuriated the villagers. When the convoy carrying Chief Minister Nitish Kumar passed, the people who had blocked the road began throwing rocks.

The police from nearby police stations arrived at the scene after the incident. The police dispersed the crowd with the help of sticks.

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In Patna, the capital of Bihar, stones have been thrown at Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's convoy. Several of the convoy's vehicles had their windows broken by stone pelting. However, the Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, was not present in the car. The incident took place near Sohgi Mor in Gaurichak in Patna. According to the report, the people of the area were outraged by the murder of a youth. Patna | Stones pelted at the convoy of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar; CM was not present in the convoy at the time of the incident. pic.twitter.com/5kNnn7IDlv — ANI (@ANI) August 21, 2022 × A young man's body who went missing about a week ago was discovered in Beur, according to the information that is currently available. This infuriated the villagers. When the convoy carrying Chief Minister Nitish Kumar passed, the people who had blocked the road began throwing rocks. The police from nearby police stations arrived at the scene after the incident. The police dispersed the crowd with the help of sticks. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The interior minister for Pakistan, Rana Sanaullah, stated on Sunday that the government was discussing whether to bring a new case against Imran Khan, the PTI chairman, for his "provocative speech" from the previous day or to add him to an existing case.

The minister criticised Imran at a press conference in Islamabad for allegedly threatening authorities and impeding officers from carrying out their official responsibilities.

In response to Imran Khan's verbal threats against the IG, DIG, and Magistrate of Islamabad, the minister said that he should prepare to face the law.

Imran Khan had issued a warning that cases would be brought against the magistrate, deputy IG, and inspector general of police in Islamabad.

Rana Sanaullah claimed he had threatened members of the government. He must now prepare to face the law.

Khan was ousted from office in April following a vote of no confidence in Parliament. Since then, he has accused the US of being behind a foreign conspiracy.

He regularly holds rallies across the nation to demand new elections, but as a result of his on-going campaign against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, he and his supporters have come into increasing conflict with the police.&nbsp;

Imran Khan took office in 2018, promising to end Pakistan's tradition of family rule. However, his detractors claimed that the ruthless military, which has ruled the nation for half of its 75-year history, helped Khan win the election.

Following interior minister Sanaullah's comments, there is growing talk that Khan may be detained at any moment.

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The interior minister for Pakistan, Rana Sanaullah, stated on Sunday that the government was discussing whether to bring a new case against Imran Khan, the PTI chairman, for his "provocative speech" from the previous day or to add him to an existing case.

The interior minister for Pakistan, Rana Sanaullah, stated on Sunday that the government was discussing whether to bring a new case against Imran Khan, the PTI chairman, for his "provocative speech" from the previous day or to add him to an existing case. The minister criticised Imran at a press conference in Islamabad for allegedly threatening authorities and impeding officers from carrying out their official responsibilities. In response to Imran Khan's verbal threats against the IG, DIG, and Magistrate of Islamabad, the minister said that he should prepare to face the law. Imran Khan had issued a warning that cases would be brought against the magistrate, deputy IG, and inspector general of police in Islamabad. Rana Sanaullah claimed he had threatened members of the government. He must now prepare to face the law. Khan was ousted from office in April following a vote of no confidence in Parliament. Since then, he has accused the US of being behind a foreign conspiracy. He regularly holds rallies across the nation to demand new elections, but as a result of his on-going campaign against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, he and his supporters have come into increasing conflict with the police. Imran Khan took office in 2018, promising to end Pakistan's tradition of family rule. However, his detractors claimed that the ruthless military, which has ruled the nation for half of its 75-year history, helped Khan win the election. Following interior minister Sanaullah's comments, there is growing talk that Khan may be detained at any moment. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As allies insisted he is still in a position to win, Rishi Sunak has positioned himself as the "underdog" in the race to become the next prime minister of UK. At the Tories' Friday hustings for the party's top job in Manchester, Sunak was introduced in a brand-new video montage that portrayed the former chancellor as an audacious outsider.

"They say beware the underdog, because an underdog has got nothing to lose. An underdog fights for every inch," the narrator said in the video.

Over pictures of Sunak napping on a bench and holding an NLAW anti-tank launcher, which he handled during a visit to Belfast this week, it continues, "They work harder, stay longer, and think smarter."

"Underdogs don’t give up, they’ll do the difficult things, and they never, ever get complacent."

"I'll keep fighting for every vote until the final day," Sunak tweeted with the video, which counts down 100 events in 30 days to reach 16,000 party members on the campaign trail.

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The 42-year-old British Indian former minister is seen in the video interacting with voters and taking a quick power nap on a bench while a voiceover commends him for trying to "fight for every inch."

It happens at a time when the majority of recent polls of Tories casting postal and online ballots in the election, as well as bookmaker odds, strongly point to a Truss victory. Truss is running on a tax-cutting platform to address the economic crisis and the UK's skyrocketing prices.

As he endorsed Sunak's emphasis on reducing inflation, former minister Michael Gove became the most recent senior Tory grandee to caution that her plans were a "holiday from reality."

More former cabinet members from Truss' own party have reportedly expressed "jitters" over the current foreign secretary's plans, according to a report in Sunday's "Observer."

The opposition Labour Party, meanwhile, has seen a rise in support from the larger British electorate. According to a recent Opinium poll for the "Observer," Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of Labour, has gained significant support due to his plan to freeze the energy price cap in an effort to aid people who are struggling with high household bills.

When asked who they thought would make the best prime minister two weeks ago, Truss received 29% of the vote overall, while Starmer received 28%. This past weekend, Truss' score decreased to 23% while Starmer's score rose to 31%. When given the option between Starmer and Sunak, 29% supported Starmer and 23% Sunak.

According to a survey of 2,001 adults conducted this week, Labour received 39% of the vote to the Conservatives' 11%.

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As allies insisted he is still in a position to win, Rishi Sunak has positioned himself as the "underdog" in the race to become the next prime minister of UK. At the Tories' Friday hustings for the party's top job in Manchester, Sunak was introduced in a brand-new video montage that portrayed the former chancellor as an audacious outsider.

As allies insisted he is still in a position to win, Rishi Sunak has positioned himself as the "underdog" in the race to become the next prime minister of UK. At the Tories' Friday hustings for the party's top job in Manchester, Sunak was introduced in a brand-new video montage that portrayed the former chancellor as an audacious outsider. "They say beware the underdog, because an underdog has got nothing to lose. An underdog fights for every inch," the narrator said in the video. Over pictures of Sunak napping on a bench and holding an NLAW anti-tank launcher, which he handled during a visit to Belfast this week, it continues, "They work harder, stay longer, and think smarter." "Underdogs don’t give up, they’ll do the difficult things, and they never, ever get complacent." "I'll keep fighting for every vote until the final day," Sunak tweeted with the video, which counts down 100 events in 30 days to reach 16,000 party members on the campaign trail. 🗓️ 30 days 💯 100 events 🫂 16,000 members 💪 and counting... I'll keep fighting for every vote until the final day.#Ready4Rishi 👇 pic.twitter.com/7GXaOOaUwm — Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) August 19, 2022 × The 42-year-old British Indian former minister is seen in the video interacting with voters and taking a quick power nap on a bench while a voiceover commends him for trying to "fight for every inch." It happens at a time when the majority of recent polls of Tories casting postal and online ballots in the election, as well as bookmaker odds, strongly point to a Truss victory. Truss is running on a tax-cutting platform to address the economic crisis and the UK's skyrocketing prices. As he endorsed Sunak's emphasis on reducing inflation, former minister Michael Gove became the most recent senior Tory grandee to caution that her plans were a "holiday from reality." More former cabinet members from Truss' own party have reportedly expressed "jitters" over the current foreign secretary's plans, according to a report in Sunday's "Observer." The opposition Labour Party, meanwhile, has seen a rise in support from the larger British electorate. According to a recent Opinium poll for the "Observer," Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of Labour, has gained significant support due to his plan to freeze the energy price cap in an effort to aid people who are struggling with high household bills. When asked who they thought would make the best prime minister two weeks ago, Truss received 29% of the vote overall, while Starmer received 28%. This past weekend, Truss' score decreased to 23% while Starmer's score rose to 31%. When given the option between Starmer and Sunak, 29% supported Starmer and 23% Sunak. According to a survey of 2,001 adults conducted this week, Labour received 39% of the vote to the Conservatives' 11%. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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