Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has raised serious concerns over former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s health, claiming his condition is in grave danger. The party has urged authorities to allow immediate medical access and family contact, sparking renewed political tension and public concern.


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<p>In a bizarre set of events, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly halted its team preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka amid rising uncertainty over Bangladesh’s participation in the 20-team tournament. This move, however, indicates PCB’s support for the BCB, which sits between choosing to play in India and suffering consequences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Moreover, what’s strange is that Pakistan could mull its participation in this showpiece event, should BCB’s request of playing their T20 WC matches only in Sri Lanka (due to security concerns) isn’t met by the apex body (the ICC), which had denied their requests altogether.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>After the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) directed the IPL franchise, Kolkata Knight Riders, to release the only Bangladeshi player picked at last December’s IPL auction (seamer Mustafizur Rahman) over chaos and regular attacks on the minorities in Bangladesh, the BCB retaliated – by first suspending all IPL-related broadcast in the country, and later, wrote to the ICC about wanting to shift their scheduled T20 WC matches outside of India, citing concerns around its players’ safety.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The governing body initially denied their earlier request, but they revisited the matter after the BCB officials took a stern stance. Although plenty happened in between, including the sacking of BCB’s director, the board pursued the ICC officials again, only to receive a "no" for an answer and a deadline (January 21) to decide between choosing their team’s fate.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-could-name-bangladesh-replacement-at-t20-wc-should-bcb-remain-stern-over-venue-row-1768804476776"><strong>Bangladesh on brink of losing T20 WC spot should BCB refuse India travel; ICC issues deadline</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, a Geo News report claims officials from Dhaka and Islamabad spoke over the weekend, with PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also Pakistan’s interior minister and Senator, involved in the discussions. It further reads that Pakistan has lent complete support to Bangladesh over their concerns surrounding the security of its players in India, adding that they will also review their participation should Bangladesh’s concerns are not addressed.</p><h3>What are the consequences?</h3><p>The ICC has set a January 21 deadline for the BCB (to decide between playing in India or having its team forfeited from the tournament). While the BCB wants Bangladesh to participate in the T20 World Cup, they did not want to play in India, asking the ICC to shift their matches to Sri Lanka. Upon reviewing the security situation in India, the ICC denied Bangladesh’s second plea.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Should the BCB decide against playing in India, the ICC will replace Bangladesh with Scotland in Group C.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The 2026 T20 World Cup begin on February 7.&nbsp;</p>

Should the BCB decide against playing in India, the ICC will replace Bangladesh with Scotland in Group C.

In a bizarre set of events, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly halted its team preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka amid rising uncertainty over Bangladesh’s participation in the 20-team tournament. This move, however, indicates PCB’s support for the BCB, which sits between choosing to play in India and suffering consequences. Moreover, what’s strange is that Pakistan could mull its participation in this showpiece event, should BCB’s request of playing their T20 WC matches only in Sri Lanka (due to security concerns) isn’t met by the apex body (the ICC), which had denied their requests altogether. After the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) directed the IPL franchise, Kolkata Knight Riders, to release the only Bangladeshi player picked at last December’s IPL auction (seamer Mustafizur Rahman) over chaos and regular attacks on the minorities in Bangladesh, the BCB retaliated – by first suspending all IPL-related broadcast in the country, and later, wrote to the ICC about wanting to shift their scheduled T20 WC matches outside of India, citing concerns around its players’ safety. The governing body initially denied their earlier request, but they revisited the matter after the BCB officials took a stern stance. Although plenty happened in between, including the sacking of BCB’s director, the board pursued the ICC officials again, only to receive a "no" for an answer and a deadline (January 21) to decide between choosing their team’s fate. Also read | Bangladesh on brink of losing T20 WC spot should BCB refuse India travel; ICC issues deadline Meanwhile, a Geo News report claims officials from Dhaka and Islamabad spoke over the weekend, with PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also Pakistan’s interior minister and Senator, involved in the discussions. It further reads that Pakistan has lent complete support to Bangladesh over their concerns surrounding the security of its players in India, adding that they will also review their participation should Bangladesh’s concerns are not addressed. What are the consequences? The ICC has set a January 21 deadline for the BCB (to decide between playing in India or having its team forfeited from the tournament). While the BCB wants Bangladesh to participate in the T20 World Cup, they did not want to play in India, asking the ICC to shift their matches to Sri Lanka. Upon reviewing the security situation in India, the ICC denied Bangladesh’s second plea. Should the BCB decide against playing in India, the ICC will replace Bangladesh with Scotland in Group C. The 2026 T20 World Cup begin on February 7.

<p>Should the BCB decide against playing in India, the ICC will replace Bangladesh with Scotland in Group C.</p>

T20 World Cup: PCB vows to reconsider participation if BCB's concerns aren't met - Report

<p>Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s grandson Junaid Safdar married Shanzay Ali Rohail in a grand wedding ceremony in Lahore. The celebrations ran for multiple days and included a nikaah ceremony and a mehendi ceremony. While the photos hint at dreamy celebrations, the wedding is in the news for other reasons. For the wedding celebrations, Shanzay the bride, wore two ensembles by Indian designers, which have triggered mixed reactions online.&nbsp;</p><h2>Pakistani bride wears Sabyasachi, Tarun Tahiliani</h2><p>For her mehendi ceremony, Shanzeh Ali chose a lehenga by renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The heavy embroidered lehenga was in hues of green and red. Shanzeh is the granddaughter of Nawaz Sharif's longtime ally Rohail Asghar.</p>

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<p>Not just Sabyasachi, but the bride also wore a Tarun Tahiliani creation for her wedding ceremony. She paired the elaborate saree with a diamond necklace featuring a massive emerald at the centre.</p>

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<p> </p><p>While the bride looked breathtaking in both ensembles, her choice of designers triggered a debate on social media in Pakistan.</p><p> </p><h2>About the groom</h2><p>The groom Muhammad Junaid Safdar is the son of Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Muhammad Safdar Awan. Maryam Nawaz Sharif is the chief minister of Pakistan's Punjab, and she is the first woman in the country to hold the office of a chief minister in the country.</p><p> </p><p>This is Junaid's second wedding. He married Ayesha Saif Khan, daughter of Saifur Rehman Khan, a former chairman of the National Accountability Bureau, in 2021. The couple announced their divorce on Instagram in October 2023.</p><p> </p><h2>Pakistani internet reacts</h2><p>“Very mid. I’m sure Pakistani designers could have made her something more Pakistani, but well…” read one comment on Instagram.</p><p> </p><p>“Shame on giving taxes to India,” said another person.</p><p> </p><p>Some questioned Pakistan’s obsession for Indian designers. “What’s this obsession with Indian designers? They drool over our Pakistani clothes and look at this!”</p><p> </p><p>“Always picking ordinary Indian designs over our own absolutely amazing designers,” another commented.</p><p> </p><p>There were others who spoke in defence of the bride.</p><p> </p><p>“Indians wear Pakistani designers and vice versa. Why can’t we appreciate and promote our designers,” said one person.</p><p> </p><p>“To everyone criticizing her choice - I'm sure the outfit you chose for yourself at your wedding or in daily life isn't liked by everyone. It's 2026, can we all grow up and stop criticizing brides for wearing whatever they want at their own wedding, paid for by themselves/their family?” another asked.</p><p> </p>

Social media users in Pakistan seem to be divided over Shanzay Ali Rohail's choice of designers as she married Nawaz Sharif's grandson, Junaid Safdar, in a grand ceremony recently. Shanzay chose Sabyasachi and Tarun Tahiliani creations for her special day.

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s grandson Junaid Safdar married Shanzay Ali Rohail in a grand wedding ceremony in Lahore. The celebrations ran for multiple days and included a nikaah ceremony and a mehendi ceremony. While the photos hint at dreamy celebrations, the wedding is in the news for other reasons. For the wedding celebrations, Shanzay the bride, wore two ensembles by Indian designers, which have triggered mixed reactions online. Pakistani bride wears Sabyasachi, Tarun Tahiliani For her mehendi ceremony, Shanzeh Ali chose a lehenga by renowned Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The heavy embroidered lehenga was in hues of green and red. Shanzeh is the granddaughter of Nawaz Sharif's longtime ally Rohail Asghar.

<p>Social media users in Pakistan seem to be divided over Shanzay Ali Rohail's choice of designers as she married Nawaz Sharif's grandson, Junaid Safdar, in a grand ceremony recently. Shanzay chose Sabyasachi and Tarun Tahiliani creations for her special day.</p>

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<p>The death toll in the massive fire that erupted at a shopping mall in Karachi, Pakistan, on Saturday night may rise further, as 60 persons were reported missing and the firefighters were still battling the blaze on Sunday evening. The fire at Gul Plaza, a multi-storey shopping mall located on MA Jinnah Road, had been brought under control by about 70 per cent by late afternoon, officials said. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said that six deaths have been confirmed, but over 60 were reportedly missing, said a Dawn report. The chief minister expressed sorrow over the loss of precious lives and the economic impact of the incident.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to the media at around 7 pm, CM Murad said, “I say with utmost grief that so far, it is confirmed that six people have lost their lives, including KMC firefighter Furqan.” Murad added that 22 others were injured but had been discharged from hospitals.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“But what is very concerning […] is that around 58 people—some people even say more than 60—are missing. May God give them more life.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aap-s-sanjay-singh-cong-s-pappu-yadav-among-8-booked-for-sharing-fake-images-of-manikarnika-ghat-1768744863076"><strong>AAP’s Sanjay Singh, Cong’s Pappu Yadav among 8 booked for sharing ‘fake’ images of Manikarnika Ghat</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Sindh government has established a helpline to report anyone missing due to the fire or to direct their queries. CM Murad said that the three-storey building also had a basement and housed more than 1,000 shops.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The chief minister said a short circuit was being blamed for igniting the blaze in a shop with flammable material.</p><p>An alert about the fire was received at 10:16pm on Saturday, and the first fire tender had reached the site at 10:27pm, he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-it-s-time-to-look-for-new-leadership-in-iran-says-trump-calls-khamenei-a-sick-man-1768673868819"><strong>‘It’s time to look for new leadership in Iran,’ says Trump, calls Khamenei a ‘sick man’</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>South Deputy Commissioner (DC) Javed Nabi Khoso told Pakistani media outlets that authorities were collecting information about the number of people trapped inside the building.</p><p>The backside of the building has collapsed, and the front area is also about to collapse, said an official at the site.</p><p>The firefighters were focusing on controlling the fire first so that they could enter the mall and look for survivors, if any.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/khamenei-calls-trump-a-criminal-blames-him-for-slander-casualties-and-damage-during-protest-1768653081527"><strong>Khamenei calls Trump a ‘criminal,’ blames him for slander, casualties and damage during protest</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Officials said the massive fire has severely compromised the structure of the building which prevented rescue personnel from entering.</p>

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah told the media that six deaths have been confirmed, but over 60 were reportedly missing. The chief minister expressed sorrow over the loss of precious lives and the economic impact of the incident.

The death toll in the massive fire that erupted at a shopping mall in Karachi, Pakistan, on Saturday night may rise further, as 60 persons were reported missing and the firefighters were still battling the blaze on Sunday evening. The fire at Gul Plaza, a multi-storey shopping mall located on MA Jinnah Road, had been brought under control by about 70 per cent by late afternoon, officials said. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said that six deaths have been confirmed, but over 60 were reportedly missing, said a Dawn report. The chief minister expressed sorrow over the loss of precious lives and the economic impact of the incident. Speaking to the media at around 7 pm, CM Murad said, “I say with utmost grief that so far, it is confirmed that six people have lost their lives, including KMC firefighter Furqan.” Murad added that 22 others were injured but had been discharged from hospitals. “But what is very concerning […] is that around 58 people—some people even say more than 60—are missing. May God give them more life.” Also Read: AAP’s Sanjay Singh, Cong’s Pappu Yadav among 8 booked for sharing ‘fake’ images of Manikarnika Ghat The Sindh government has established a helpline to report anyone missing due to the fire or to direct their queries. CM Murad said that the three-storey building also had a basement and housed more than 1,000 shops. The chief minister said a short circuit was being blamed for igniting the blaze in a shop with flammable material. An alert about the fire was received at 10:16pm on Saturday, and the first fire tender had reached the site at 10:27pm, he added. Also Read: ‘It’s time to look for new leadership in Iran,’ says Trump, calls Khamenei a ‘sick man’ South Deputy Commissioner (DC) Javed Nabi Khoso told Pakistani media outlets that authorities were collecting information about the number of people trapped inside the building. The backside of the building has collapsed, and the front area is also about to collapse, said an official at the site. The firefighters were focusing on controlling the fire first so that they could enter the mall and look for survivors, if any. Also Read: Khamenei calls Trump a ‘criminal,’ blames him for slander, casualties and damage during protest Officials said the massive fire has severely compromised the structure of the building which prevented rescue personnel from entering.

<p>Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah told the media that six deaths have been confirmed, but over 60 were reportedly missing. The chief minister expressed sorrow over the loss of precious lives and the economic impact of the incident.</p>

Karachi mall fire toll may rise as 60 reported missing, Sindh CM says 6 confirmed dead

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At least five people have lost their lives after a massive fire broke out at Gul Plaza shopping mall on Karachi’s MA Jinnah Road. Rescue operations are still under way as firefighters struggle to control the blaze, which has engulfed the old building housing nearly 1,200 shops. Officials confirm 20 people were injured, while structural collapse remains a serious risk. Watch for the latest updates on the Gul Plaza fire tragedy

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