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Aishwarya Rai’s loving birthday message for husband debunks divorce rumors

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Mumbai: Amid circulating divorce rumors, Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan dispelled speculation by posting a loving birthday message for her husband Abhishek Bachchan on his 50th birthday, which quickly went viral on social media.

Rai shared a childhood photo of Abhishek, accompanying it with affectionate emojis and a message reading: “Happy 50th birthday to my dear baby papa! Wishing you lots of love, peace, happiness, heartfelt serenity, and the best of health. Shine with love always.”

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Fans expressed delight at the message, though some noticed the post featured only part of Abhishek’s face, with a few suggesting that it may have been posted by mistake.

Regardless, followers praised the heartfelt wishes and sent the couple congratulatory messages, calling them a “perfect pair” and highlighting the genuine love between them.

The post was widely described as touching, with many fans also wishing Abhishek a happy 50th birthday.

Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan tied the knot in 2007 and have shared the screen in several films since. The couple also has a daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan, completing their family.

Pankaj Tripathi and daughter Ashi share first on-stage performance

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Mumbai: Renowned Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi made a heartfelt return to the theatre after 12 years, sharing the stage with his daughter Ashi Tripathi, calling the experience one of the most memorable moments of his life.

According to Indian media reports, Tripathi will appear in a short role in the musical comedy-drama ‘Lilaaj’, marking his theatre comeback.

The play is produced by Pankaj Tripathi and his wife Mridula, and also features their daughter Ashi, who is making her professional stage debut.

Tripathi described the play as a homecoming, taking him back to the roots of his theatre journey. He said, “Cinema has given me immense love and recognition, but the intimacy of theatre is something else—it humbles you, challenges you, and keeps you honest as an artist.”

He added that ‘Lilaaj’ is close to his heart because it is a project born out of family, friendship, and a shared love for storytelling. Producing the play with his wife has been a heartwarming experience, reminding them why they began dreaming in the first place.

Speaking about performing alongside his daughter, Tripathi said, “Seeing Ashi step onto the stage was one of the most emotional moments of my life. Sharing the stage with her isn’t just a father guiding his daughter—it’s two actors learning and growing together in that moment.”

‘Lilaaj’, written and directed by renowned theatre artist Faiz Mohammad Khan, is scheduled to be staged on February 8, 2026, at Rang Sharda, Mumbai.

Veteran Actor Naseeruddin Shah denounces last-minute removal from event

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Mumbai: Renowned Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah has claimed that he was unnecessarily removed at the last moment from an event organized by the Urdu Department of Mumbai University, without any explanation or apology.

Writing in the newspaper, Shah described the incident as highly humiliating and disappointing, adding that he had been enthusiastic about interacting with the students.

He stated that the university informed the audience that he had declined to participate, whereas in reality, he was removed without reason. Shah challenged anyone who believed he spoke against the country to provide a single example.

Naseeruddin Shah gained critical acclaim in the 1980s for his roles in art-house Hindi films, including Mandi, Nishant, Aakrosh, Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Masoom, and Sparsh.

Looking ahead, Shah will appear in the film Assi alongside Taapsee Pannu, Riwothi, and Manoj Pahwa, set to release on February 20, 2026, and is also slated to feature in Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film scheduled for release in June 2026.

Actor Rajpal Yadav surrenders to police in cheque bounce case

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New Delhi: Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav has surrendered to authorities in connection with a cheque bounce case, Indian media reported.

The comedy actor faced legal trouble after failing to pay the settlement amount in the case.

 Earlier, the New Delhi High Court had withdrawn previous leniency in multiple cheque dishonor cases against Yadav and instructed him to surrender before the concerned jail superintendent by February 4.

According to reports, the actor complied with the court’s deadline and was taken into custody at Tihar Jail.

Yadav’s lawyer had requested additional time to pay ₹50 lakh (5 million INR), seeking a one-week extension, but the court denied the request.

This development comes amid a series of legal issues involving Yadav, including previous controversies reported in the media.

Security forces kill 24 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa IBOs

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RAWALPINDI: Security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa successfully neutralized 24 terrorists during two separate operations on February 4 and 5, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The militants, affiliated with Indian-backed proxy group Fitna al-Khawarij, were targeted in coordinated actions in the Orakzai and Khyber districts.

In Orakzai, security forces conducted an operation based on intelligence reports, striking militant hideouts. During intense gunfights, 14 terrorists were killed.

In a separate operation in Khyber district, 10 more terrorists were killed following an exchange of fire with security personnel.

The ISPR confirmed that search operations continue against other Indian-supported militants in the region. The clearance operations aim to eliminate all remaining terrorist elements, ensuring long-term stability.

The operations are part of the Pakistan Army’s anti-terrorism campaign “Vision Azm-e-Istiqamat”, reflecting a decisive crackdown on Indian-backed terrorism across the province.

Suicide bombing in Islamabad Mosque-Imambargah kills 31

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ISLAMABAD: A devastating suicide bombing inside a mosque and imambargah in Islamabad’s Tarlai area during Friday prayers has left at least 31 people dead and more than 169 injured, officials confirmed.

According to police, the explosion occurred during the second unit of prayer, while worshippers were in prostration, shattering windows of nearby buildings due to the blast’s intensity.

The attacker, identified as a member of Fitna al-Khawarij, attempted to enter the mosque but detonated himself at the main entrance after being stopped, resulting in massive casualties. Police and bomb disposal squads, along with rescue teams, arrived immediately at the scene.

Hospital Response and Casualties

Hospital authorities reported that more than 100 injured were admitted to different medical facilities:

PIMS Hospital: 60 patients

Polyclinic: 13 patients

Federal General Hospital: 27 patients

Benazir Hospital: 2 patients

Due to limited capacity at PIMS, many injured were transferred to hospitals across Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Eyewitness Account

Sources confirmed the attack took place during Friday prayer’s second unit, while worshippers were in sujood (prostration). The attacker initially opened fire, exchanged shots with security personnel, and ultimately detonated himself at the mosque entrance.

The Inspector General of Islamabad disclosed that his cousin’s son was also among the victims, who was praying in the three-story building at the time.

Government Reaction

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the Tarlai attack, expressing grief over the loss of lives and praying for a speedy recovery of the injured.

The Prime Minister met with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and directed an immediate investigation to identify and hold the responsible parties accountable.

He emphasized that those behind the attack must face strict punishment, warning that no one would be allowed to spread violence or insecurity in the country.

The Prime Minister also instructed authorities to provide the best possible medical care to the injured and tasked the Health Minister with overseeing the situation.

IHC serves notice to secretary interior over TikTokers’ passport control plea

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ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued notices to the Interior Secretary, FIA, and DG Immigration on the petitions filed by TikTokers Nadeem Mubarak (aka Nani Wala) and Rajab Butt seeking removal of their names from the passport control list.

The petitions were heard by Justice Muhammad Azam Khan, with the applicants represented by Barrister Raja Qadeer Janjua and Advocate Ahad Khokhar.

The petitioners requested the court to remove their names from the travel restriction list.

The court issued notices to the relevant authorities, including the Secretary Interior, FIA, and DG Passport & Immigration, seeking their responses. The hearing was adjourned until next week.

On the other hand, in a case concerning the illegal promotion of gambling apps, the court has approved Aroob Jatoi’s request for exemption from personal appearance and extended her interim bail until February 11.

The hearing was conducted by Additional District and Sessions Judge Mansoor Ahmed Qureshi. Aroob Jatoi, wife of Ducky Bhai, was required to appear in court as her interim bail period had expired.

She is facing charges registered against her under the NCCIA.

During the proceedings, Aroob Jatoi submitted a request for exemption from appearance, citing illness. The court accepted her request and granted an extension of her interim bail until February 11.

Actress Laiba Khan shares glimpses of her wedding, pictures go viral

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KARACHI: Pakistani actress Laiba Khan has shared beautiful moments from her wedding with fans, and images from her baraat are going viral on social media.

Laiba Khan, a renowned and versatile drama actress with over 4 million followers online, recently made headlines due to her wedding celebrations.

She tied the knot a few days ago in Madinah Munawwarah and announced the news to her fans shortly afterward.

Her wedding celebrations were largely attended by close friends and family. The mehndi and qawwali events were held in Karachi, featuring appearances from well-known actors including Feroze Khan and Tuba Anwar.

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The baraat ceremony also took place in Karachi, where Laiba Khan shared a stunning video and photoshoot from the event.

She looked radiant in a red lehenga adorned with intricate golden sequin and dabka work, capturing the attention of fans and followers alike.

ICC T20 Rankings: Saim Ayub returns to no.1 position

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the latest T20 International player rankings ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup, with several Pakistani players making notable gains across categories.

Pakistan’s Saim Ayub has once again claimed the top spot in the ICC T20I all-rounders rankings, reaffirming his dominance in the shortest format. Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza slipped one place to second position.

Pakistan’s Mohammad Nawaz moved up one spot to fourth, while Shadab Khan made a significant jump of 13 places to reach 26th position.

In the T20I batters rankings, India’s Abhishek Sharma retained the number one position. England’s Phil Salt remained second, while his teammate Jos Buttler climbed one place to third.

Among Pakistani batters, opening batter Sahibzada Farhan dropped two places to seventh position. Saim Ayub showed impressive progress, climbing eight places to reach 28th.

Pakistan’s T20I captain Salman Ali Agha made a major leap, gaining 12 places to move to 29th position. Former captain Babar Azam slipped three places to 34th.

Fakhar Zaman, who is part of Pakistan’s T20 World Cup squad, dropped five places to 74th position.

In the bowlers rankings, India’s Varun Chakravarthy secured the top position. Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed climbed two places to second, pushing Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan down to third.

Mohammad Nawaz improved by eight places to claim seventh position, while Shaheen Shah Afridi moved up five places to 19th. Shadab Khan made a remarkable jump of 33 places to reach 72nd position.

The latest rankings highlight Pakistan’s strong presence across all departments as teams gear up for the T20 World Cup.

Baby girl born during train journey after timely medical response

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KARACHI: A baby girl was born aboard the Rehman Baba Express (Train No. 47-Up) during its journey from Karachi Cantonment to Tando Adam, following timely intervention by railway police and doctors present on the train.

According to railway police, a female passenger traveling in coach number 08 suddenly fell ill during the journey due to labor complications. Owing to a delay in the train’s movement, the woman delivered the baby while still on board.

Head Constable Shoaib Raza, who was part of the train security squad, immediately called two doctors traveling on the train. The doctors provided initial medical assistance and later advised that the woman was not fit to continue traveling after the delivery.

In view of the situation, the railway police contacted Rescue 1122 for further assistance. However, due to the unavailability of delivery facilities at nearby hospitals, the rescue team recommended shifting the mother and newborn to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre.

Railway police officials confirmed that both the mother and the newborn baby girl are in satisfactory condition.