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Jeetendra falls on stairs while attending Zareen Khan’s condolence event

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Jeetendra falls

Senior Bollywood actor Jeetendra suffered a minor accident while attending the condolence ceremony of late actress Zareen Khan in Mumbai.

Eyewitnesses reported that as Jeetendra alighted from his vehicle and entered the venue, he lost his balance on the stairs and fell to the ground. People present at the scene immediately assisted him to stand up. The actor recovered quickly, but fans expressed concern over the incident on social media.

Zareen Khan, mother of actor Zayed Khan and wife of renowned actor-filmmaker Sanjay Khan, passed away at the age of 81 on November 7 after a prolonged illness.

The condolence gathering saw the presence of several Bollywood personalities, including Rani Mukerji, Hrithik Roshan, Saba Azad, Ali Goni, and Jasmin Bhasin. Zareen Khan is survived by her husband Sanjay Khan and children Suzanne Khan, Simone Arora, Farah Ali Khan, and Zayed Khan.

Saudi Arabia introduces drone transport for medical supplies

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Saudi Arabia will deploy drones to transport medicines and blood samples during the upcoming Hajj season, significantly reducing delivery times, according to Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel.

The minister stated that while traditional vehicles take between one and three hours to transport medical supplies or samples, drones will cut this duration down to just 5–10 minutes, ensuring faster and more efficient medical support for pilgrims.

He further emphasized that all pilgrims are required to receive the meningitis vaccine, while some countries have additional vaccine requirements based on health guidelines.

According to the minister, these special instructions issued by the Health Ministry aim to protect pilgrims’ health and prevent the spread of infections during the Hajj season.

Ruling coalition crosses two-thirds mark in National Assembly

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ISLAMABAD: The ruling alliance in the National Assembly has garnered support from 237 members, comfortably exceeding the 224 votes needed for a two-thirds majority.

Among the coalition ranks, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) accounts for 126 members, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) 75, and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) 22. Further backing comes from Quaid-e-Azam League (5), Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (4), Zia League (1), and Balochistan Awami Party (1), along with support from four independent members.

However, the National Party, part of the coalition, has announced it will abstain from voting on the 27th Amendment.

On the opposition side, 89 members are in favor of opposing the bill, including 74 independents, one member from Sunni Ittehad Council, 10 from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), and one each from BNP, MWM, and PKMAP.

Meanwhile, The National Assembly is set to convene shortly, with an 11-point agenda released ahead of the session.

Law Minister Azam Nazir Tarar is scheduled to present the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill for approval, while attention-drawing notices are also included on the agenda.

Additionally, the government will table bills for the establishment of two new educational institutions for consideration.

It is noteworthy that the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill was passed in the Senate yesterday with a two-thirds majority, receiving 64 votes in favor and none against.

Meanwhile, the United Opposition has announced a boycott of both the Senate and National Assembly sessions.

Jonty Rhodes expresses concern over Delhi’s air quality

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Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes expressed concern over Delhi’s worsening air quality during a recent visit to India.

Rhodes shared comparative images of Delhi and Goa on social media platform X, highlighting the stark difference in air conditions.

Alongside the photos, he wrote, “Thankful that we live in South Goa where our children can play football outside, whereas in Delhi, children are told to stay indoors.”

It is worth noting that Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) can reach up to 400 as winter approaches, making outdoor activities hazardous.

Gallup Pakistan survey reveals split opinions on second marriage

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Gallup Pakistan

A new survey released by Gallup Pakistan has revealed that 40% of Pakistanis support second marriage, though only under specific conditions, while 60% oppose it outright.

According to the survey, support for second marriage was notably higher among men than women. Half of all male respondents (50%) backed the idea, compared to only 30% of female respondents. Meanwhile, 72% of Pakistanis believe it is difficult or nearly impossible to maintain fairness between two wives after a second marriage.

Only 26% said fair treatment between both wives is possible, while 59% of men believe such fairness is unrealistic.

When asked under what circumstances a second marriage should be allowed, 39% said it should be permitted if a couple has no children, 15% emphasized the ability to treat both wives equally, and 10% stressed that permission from the first wife is essential for a second marriage.

COAS lauds Military College Jhelum’s role in nurturing leadership

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RAWALPINDI: The closing ceremony of 45th Pakistan Army Rifle Association (PARA) Central Meet was held at Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU), Jhelum. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir graced the occasion as Chief Guest.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 45th PARA Central Meet 2025 was conducted from 01 October to 10 November 2025.  Over 2000 participants from Pakistan Army, Air Force, Navy, Civil Armed Forces, Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan and Federal Rifle Associations displayed their shooting skills with full zeal and enthusiasm.

Pak Army won the 3rd Inter Services Combat Shooting Championship 2025 by winning all Four Inter Services Matches. Punjab Regiment won The Unit Firing Proficiency Match Group-I. Sepoy Muhammad Irfan of Punjab Regiment won the title of The Master at Arms. Naib Subedar Umar Farooq of Army Marksmanship Unit won The Army Hundred Rifle Match Trophy.

The COAS, while interacting with the participants, commended their outstanding marksmanship and emphasized that “mastery in shooting must remain a core objective of military training.”

Later, the COAS also attended the centenary celebrations of Military College Jhelum (MCJ) as Chief Guest. COAS inaugurated the Centenary Monument and College Museum, honoring a century of excellence and preserving the institution’s rich heritage.

He lauded the institution’s role in nurturing leadership, discipline, and patriotism, commending Alamgirians’ contributions to Pakistan and its Armed Forces. COAS also laid a floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada.

Upon arrival, COAS was received by Commander Rawalpindi Corps and Inspector General Training & Evaluation (IGT&E).

Indian media run false reports of Veteran Actor Dharmendra’s death

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Several major Indian media outlets, including India Today, ABP News, News18 and Hindustan Times, aired reports on Tuesday morning claiming that legendary actor Dharmendra had passed away — a claim swiftly denied by his daughter Esha Deol.

Indian media reports had alleged that the actor’s team confirmed his death on the morning of November 11. Dharmendra had been admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital a day earlier and was reportedly on a ventilator, leading to widespread speculation.

Even prominent journalist Rajdeep Sardesai and actor–writer Javed Akhtar posted condolences on social media, further amplifying the misinformation.

However, Esha Deol later took to Instagram to refute the rumours, and now a statement from his wife, Hema Malini, has also emerged.

Expressing anger, Hema Malini condemned the false reports, stating: “What is happening is unacceptable! How can responsible channels spread fake news about someone who is undergoing treatment and recovering?”

She added, “This is disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give our family privacy.”

Senate passes bill to end longest government shutdown in US history

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The US Senate has approved a bill aimed at ending the country’s longest-ever government shutdown, which stretched over 41 days, according to American media reports.

The legislation received 60 votes in favor and 40 against, with eight opposition Democrats crossing party lines to support the annual spending bill. The approval opens the door for the government to resume operations after weeks of disruption.

However, the bill still requires final approval from the House of Representatives, where the ruling Republican Party holds the majority.

The 41-day shutdown left hundreds of thousands of federal employees working without pay, halted food assistance programs, and severely affected air travel across the country.

Scientists achieve partial vision restoration using implanted computer chips

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Paris: Scientists have sparked a medical breakthrough by partially restoring vision through computer chips implanted in the human body, marking a significant advance at the intersection of medicine and technology.

According to Time magazine, this pioneering development allows implanted microchips to help recover lost visual capabilities in patients with severe eye conditions.

The report highlighted 87-year-old French woman Alice Charton, who had lost her central vision due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a common age-related eye disease.

The San Francisco-based company Science Corp has developed an experimental technology called “Prima”, which involves implanting a small microchip onto the affected part of the retina. This device helps in partially restoring visual perception in patients affected by retinal degeneration.

Israeli attacks on Gaza push death toll over 69,000  

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Gaza: The ceasefire has failed to halt Israeli attacks on Gaza, with over 69,000 people reported killed since October 8, 2023, according to Arab news sources.

Rescue teams are still searching through the rubble of destroyed buildings and other sites for the bodies of Palestinians buried under the debris. Meanwhile, Israel has handed over the bodies of 15 more Palestinian prisoners to Palestinian authorities.

In response, Hamas returned the body of another captive to Israel, leaving five captives’ bodies still in Gaza.

Elsewhere, Israeli attacks on Lebanon have also continued, resulting in the deaths of three people.