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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{c62719a4-9e3e-4dfa-a225-8eb76f77032f}{22}" paraid="431299598" >As part of his Dil-Luminati Tour, Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh performed at London's O2 arena.&nbsp;After collaborating with Ed Sheeran in Birmingham, Diljit shared the stage with rapper Badshah in London.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{1fc075f2-739b-4ae4-a8c1-48cd95a8d4f9}{240}" paraid="621349642" >The Friday (Oct 4)&nbsp;show also saw the attendance of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. Social media platforms were soon flooded with videos and images capturing moments from the event.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{1fc075f2-739b-4ae4-a8c1-48cd95a8d4f9}{59}" paraid="1531704951" ><strong>Diljit and Hania on stage&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{1fc075f2-739b-4ae4-a8c1-48cd95a8d4f9}{86}" paraid="650918493" >A viral video shows Diljit inviting Hania to join him on stage, much to the excitement of the audience. Initially hesitant, Hania politely declined with folded hands and a shake of her head. However, upon Diljit's insistence, she eventually made her way to the stage. Diljit introduced her as a 'superstar' before launching into his popular track Lover.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{e33d924e-1a2e-4774-b31c-b19d2b93fc9e}{38}" paraid="1383984581" >As he sang, Hania expressed her enjoyment through applause and laughter. The performance concluded with a touching moment as Diljit placed his hand on Hania's shoulder, which she held onto. Hania then bowed and cheered for Diljit, showing her appreciation for the singer. &nbsp;</p>

<h2 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{1fc075f2-739b-4ae4-a8c1-48cd95a8d4f9}{149}" paraid="1807507731" ><strong>Diljit and Hania appreciate each other&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ccdb73e3-9ce4-4128-a70d-eadec2bd2fec}{101}" paraid="1127361531" >As Diljit gave her the mic, she said, "Thank you very much. Hi, London. Shukriya bohut bohut aapka (Thanks a lot to you). Thank you very much for having all of us, for entertaining us. Thank you."</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ccdb73e3-9ce4-4128-a70d-eadec2bd2fec}{101}" paraid="1127361531" >As Hania left the stage, Diljit told her in Punjabi, "I'm a fan of yours and your work. You are doing amazing work. Thank you. Thanks for coming. You came, thanks a lot for that. Thank you, appreciate it."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Pakistani actor also shared a post on her Instagram story saying,&nbsp;“magic (folded hand emoji)” and tagged Diljit. Hania is quite a Diljit fan, and she&nbsp;often shares posts on Instagram while lip-syncing Diljit's songs.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{59360511-705a-4630-badd-55ea2eae05bd}{241}" paraid="1882790148" >After his international performances, Dosanjh is preparing to start his India tour in October. The first stop on this domestic leg will be New Delhi, where he will perform at the renowned Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 26.</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{59360511-705a-4630-badd-55ea2eae05bd}{241}" paraid="1882790148" >From there, the tour will continue across the country, visiting several major cities. The itinerary includes stops in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Pune, Kolkata, Bangalore, Indore, Chandigarh, and Guwahati, bringing Diljit's music to fans throughout India.&nbsp;</p>


As part of his Dil-Luminati Tour, Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh performed at London's O2 arena. After collaborating with Ed Sheeran in Birmingham, Diljit shared the stage with rapper Badshah in London.

As part of his Dil-Luminati Tour, Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh performed at London's O2 arena. After collaborating with Ed Sheeran in Birmingham, Diljit shared the stage with rapper Badshah in London. The Friday (Oct 4) show also saw the attendance of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. Social media platforms were soon flooded with videos and images capturing moments from the event. Diljit and Hania on stage A viral video shows Diljit inviting Hania to join him on stage, much to the excitement of the audience. Initially hesitant, Hania politely declined with folded hands and a shake of her head. However, upon Diljit's insistence, she eventually made her way to the stage. Diljit introduced her as a 'superstar' before launching into his popular track Lover. As he sang, Hania expressed her enjoyment through applause and laughter. The performance concluded with a touching moment as Diljit placed his hand on Hania's shoulder, which she held onto. Hania then bowed and cheered for Diljit, showing her appreciation for the singer. Diljit and Hania appreciate each other As Diljit gave her the mic, she said, "Thank you very much. Hi, London. Shukriya bohut bohut aapka (Thanks a lot to you). Thank you very much for having all of us, for entertaining us. Thank you." As Hania left the stage, Diljit told her in Punjabi, "I'm a fan of yours and your work. You are doing amazing work. Thank you. Thanks for coming. You came, thanks a lot for that. Thank you, appreciate it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maida Azmat (@maidaazmat) × The Pakistani actor also shared a post on her Instagram story saying, “magic (folded hand emoji)” and tagged Diljit. Hania is quite a Diljit fan, and she often shares posts on Instagram while lip-syncing Diljit's songs. Also read: ‘Everything ain’t for everybody,’ Diddy warns Justin Bieber on Jimmy Kimmel’s show After his international performances, Dosanjh is preparing to start his India tour in October. The first stop on this domestic leg will be New Delhi, where he will perform at the renowned Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 26. From there, the tour will continue across the country, visiting several major cities. The itinerary includes stops in Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Pune, Kolkata, Bangalore, Indore, Chandigarh, and Guwahati, bringing Diljit's music to fans throughout India.

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<p>Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in an address in Tehran, called the missile attack on Israel "legal and legitimate". He had a rifle by his side as he spoke, days after Iran's missile attack on Israel. In other news, India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will travel to Pakistan to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) &nbsp;Council of Heads of Government meeting on October 15-16. This will be the first visit by an Indian foreign minister to Pakistan in nearly a decade. &nbsp;</p>

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Security has been heightened across Pakistan as Imran Khan's party, PTI, prepares to hold protests in Islamabad and Lahore. Authorities have increased police presence to manage potential unrest and ensure public safety during the demonstrations.

Pakistan: Security Tightened Ahead of Imran Khan's PTI Protests

<p>Pakistani authorities placed shipping containers on key roads and highways leading to&nbsp;Islamabad, to prevent supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) from holding a rally seeking his release, on Friday (Oct 4).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The authorities also suspended cellphone and internet services in the capital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government also deployed paramilitary rangers and additional police across the Pakistani capital. The protests also prompted the closure of schools in Islamabad and the nearby city of Rawalpindi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes after PTI supporters refused to back out from their call to protest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the officials, the provincial government mobilised heavy machinery to remove the blockades. Imran Khan's supporters were planning to march from the province to Islamabad, defying a ban on rallies imposed this week.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Around 30 PTI supporters arrested&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>At least 30 PTI supporters were arrested in Islamabad and Rawalpindi amid their plan for a rally at the capital's D-Chowk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan called on his supporters to gather for a "peaceful protest". Another rally is also scheduled for Lahore's Minar-i-Pakistan on Saturday (Oct 5).</p>

<p>Islamabad Inspector General of Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi told reporters, “Proceedings are underway wherever there are attempts to hurt police or damage property. Till now, there have been over 30 arrests. We are updating the exact numbers. It is very clear that we have a clear message that we will not allow the law to be taken into own hands.”</p>

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<p>Rawalpindi City Police Officer (CPO) Khalid Hamdani, in a statement, said that security was on high alert and pillion-riding was banned.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, Islamabad Police shared a post on X, reminding that Section 144 is “in force” in the federal capital.</p>

<p>Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told Imran Khan's party on Thursday (Oct 3), to cancel the planned protest and warned that there would be "no leniency” if the ban on protests is defied.</p>

<p>“They should think what they are going to do with Pakistan by marching on Islamabad with weapons,” he said. “I am very clear that they are going launch an assault on Islamabad,” Naqvi said. He added that the government would not allow anyone to cause damage to the country.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistani authorities placed shipping containers on key roads and highways leading to Islamabad, to prevent supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) from holding a rally seeking his release, on Friday (Oct 4).

Pakistani authorities placed shipping containers on key roads and highways leading to Islamabad, to prevent supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) from holding a rally seeking his release, on Friday (Oct 4). The authorities also suspended cellphone and internet services in the capital. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government also deployed paramilitary rangers and additional police across the Pakistani capital. The protests also prompted the closure of schools in Islamabad and the nearby city of Rawalpindi. This comes after PTI supporters refused to back out from their call to protest. According to the officials, the provincial government mobilised heavy machinery to remove the blockades. Imran Khan's supporters were planning to march from the province to Islamabad, defying a ban on rallies imposed this week. Also read: Pakistan: Imran Khan questioned by FIA over alleged anti-state post; investigation underway Around 30 PTI supporters arrested At least 30 PTI supporters were arrested in Islamabad and Rawalpindi amid their plan for a rally at the capital's D-Chowk. However, incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan called on his supporters to gather for a "peaceful protest". Another rally is also scheduled for Lahore's Minar-i-Pakistan on Saturday (Oct 5). Islamabad Inspector General of Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi told reporters, “Proceedings are underway wherever there are attempts to hurt police or damage property. Till now, there have been over 30 arrests. We are updating the exact numbers. It is very clear that we have a clear message that we will not allow the law to be taken into own hands.” Watch | Pakistan: Imran Khan Calls for Renewed Protest × Rawalpindi City Police Officer (CPO) Khalid Hamdani, in a statement, said that security was on high alert and pillion-riding was banned. Moreover, Islamabad Police shared a post on X, reminding that Section 144 is “in force” in the federal capital. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told Imran Khan's party on Thursday (Oct 3), to cancel the planned protest and warned that there would be "no leniency” if the ban on protests is defied. “They should think what they are going to do with Pakistan by marching on Islamabad with weapons,” he said. “I am very clear that they are going launch an assault on Islamabad,” Naqvi said. He added that the government would not allow anyone to cause damage to the country. (With inputs from agencies)

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