Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has found himself in hot water after making controversial remarks about Bollywood actors Anushka Sharma and Athiya Shetty during the World Cup final commentary on November 19. The camera was panned towards Anushka Sharma and Athiya Shetty in the stands, amplifying the impact of Singh's comments. Another demanded an apology, tweeting directly to Harbhajan Singh, "What do you mean that the ladies understand cricket or not? Critics expressed their discontent with the sexist undertones of Singh's commentary. Gender-based comment would also be okay because most girl[s] don't understand cricket like we don't understand splitsvilla.

The region is facing persistent human rights challenges due to armed conflicts involving insurgent groups, state forces, and paramilitary organisations. The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been a contentious issue, granting broad powers to security forces and facing criticism for potential human rights abuses. In the context of Indianadministered Kashmir, human rights violations have garnered international concern. Various countries and human rights organisations have called for a peaceful resolution and expressed concerns over reported human rights violations. Frustration with the policies of the Modi government and its human rights violations against minorities has grown, leading to a decline in support for the BJP-led government.

LAHORE: Amid security fears, the Counter Terrorism Department personnel carried out hundreds of intelligence-based operations throughout Punjab during which they have arrested seven terrorists including a key commander. A CTD spokesman informed media on Monday that 248 IBOs were conducted in several cities across the province. According to the CTD spokesman, the raids were carried out in Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, Pakpattan and Sahiwal. The CTD personnel also seized explosive material, two hand grenades, two IEDs and cash. The arrested terrorists were identified as Musa, Khalid, Salman, Nadeem, Akmal, Yasir and Yaseen.

Still Searching For a Complete Effort, Hayes’ Big Weekend, and Other Blackhawks BulletsThe Blackhawks lost their fourth straight game on Sunday night. The magic number appears to be three for the Blackhawks this season. As a reminder for those in the social media comments, replies and mentions who have forgotten recently that this is a young team that’s still in a rebuild, that’s where we’re at. “I think that happens to every team, the momentum changes on certain whiffs, whether it be a good play or a bad play. Hayes scored this beautiful short-handed goal in the third period, his 14th already this season in just his 19th game.

Bilawal, while addressing a party convention in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Nowshera district, expressed concerns that “pre-decided outcomes” could undermine the democratic essence of the electoral process, Express News reported. Bilawal's criticism of the PML-N and his skepticism about the electoral process are consistent themes in his recent addresses, particularly in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. He expressed confidence in the Election Commission of Pakistan, asserting that the environment in the country is conducive for transparent polls. Bilawal, however, in today's address, emphasised the critical importance of a free and fair electoral process for addressing pressing issues such as the struggling economy and the surge in terrorism. Bilawal also criticised the "ask-no-question" policy suggested by Nawaz Sharif to investors, cautioning against decisions that could violate people's rights.

PM terms children as most precious asset of any nationCaretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar says children are the most precious asset of any nation and the sole guarantee for its future prosperity. In a message on social media platform X on World Children's Day being observed on Monday, he said we are determined to ensure inclusive development, education, healthcare, participation, dignity and security for all our children, as envisaged in the "UN Convention on the Rights of the Child". Meanwhile, in another message on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said he interacted with differently-abled children on World Children's Day. The Prime Minister said he was amazed by their intellect, perseverance, and desire to positively contribute to the social sphere. Their spirit for proving their talents against all odds is simply impressive.

ISLAMABAD - Senator Sherry Rehman yesterday emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change and its profound impact on Pakistan’s capacity to achieve both public and private sector goals. She stated, “Climate Change is a ticking bomb for Pakistan, as is the population. Sherry said, “Pakistan’s vulnerability is very high and is multiplied by climate change. She said, “I would suggest the creation of Pakistan’s public-private forum for sustainable investments, for coordination, innovation, and bridging gaps. I appreciate the companies participating in the expo and hope attendees will leave with actionable ideas to contribute to sustainable development,” Sherry said.

You know it's a fun day at X (formerly Twitter) when the Indian cricket team faces defeat. Opener Travis Head hit a sparkling 137 to power Australia to a record-extending sixth World Cup title with a convincing six-wicket win over India in Ahmedabad on Sunday. While the Indian fans backed their players after Men in Blue lost the title, Pakistani spectators were having the time of their lives on social media, bringing their rib-tickling A game to Twitter. We gather some of the best memes from the night! 2003 ka badla lena tha.

1 Florida State (19-0-1) defeated Texas (17-5-2) by a 5-0 score tonight at the Seminole Soccer Complex. WHAT A START AT THE PLEX‼️BEATA IS THERE FOR THE REBOUND, AND IT'S 1-0 NOLES #OneTribe pic.twitter.com/L0wskvNSt1 — FSU Soccer (@FSUSoccer) November 19, 2023It was a great start but the Noles weren’t satisfied. THAT'S 3⃣Jordynn converts on the PK, and it's all Noles here in the first half‼️#OneTribe pic.twitter.com/2Jvz795WWd — FSU Soccer (@FSUSoccer) November 19, 2023Goal number four came in the 50th minute. Ran ➡️ Jordynn ➡️ TaylorIt's a goal party at The Plex#OneTribe pic.twitter.com/iJaXJKxLJf — FSU Soccer (@FSUSoccer) November 19, 2023In the 64th minute Florida State found the net for the last time (at least tonight). Next GameFlorida State will face the Pitt Panthers (for the third time) in the Elite Eight on 5:30pm Friday at the Seminole Soccer Complex.

The caretaker government’s initiative to repatriate Afghan nationals from Pakistan, despite facing criticism, is undeniably a positive stride for our nation’s improvement. Interestingly, while our nationals purchase high-cost visas to seek employment abroad, Afghans are doing so without any expense in our country. It’s common knowledge that no country permits illegal foreign workers, and Pakistan should be no exception. Pakistan’s stance is not against Afghanistan; historically, it has aided Afghanistan in times of need, such as in 1979. This approach will not only uphold the law but also contribute to the country’s revenue generation amid challenging economic times.

And this week on Face the Nation: From the Middle East to the Pacific rim, America's influence is being tested around the world. And so, until that is the case, you know, we're not going to lay out all the details in public. And Face the Nation will be back in a minute, so stay with us. MARGARET BRENNAN: OK, we have to take a break, but I want you to stay here with us for more Face the Nation. So, do you both think this was a success just to simply have the two leaders face to face?

“Is getting acquitted in fake cases after facing long court proceedings the sign of being a ladla [blue-eyed boy of the powers that be? ]” asked Marriyum on Sunday in a press conference held at the party’s headquarters at Model Town neighborhood of Lahore. The PML-N is being tagged by its rivals particularly the PPP as being the new favorite of the establishment. These parties and some analysts point to the relief being offered to PML-N leadership, including PML-N supreme leader Nawaz Sharif and the party president, Shehbaz Sharif, by courts. Read More: Shehbaz acquitted in Ashiana housing referenceAn accountability court in Lahore on Saturday acquitted Shehbaz in the Ashiana-e-Iqbal Housing Scheme reference filed by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in 2018.

A Palestinian man wounded in an Israeli strike is rushed into Nasser hospital in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip November 19, 2023. Israeli air strikes, Hamas ambushPalestinians mourn local journalists Hassouna Sleem and Sary Mansour, who were killed in an Israeli strike on a house, at a hospital in the central Gaza Strip November 19, 2023. Another air strike killed a woman and her child overnight in the main southern city of Khan Younis, they said. In Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, dozens of Palestinians marched to a funeral for 15 residents killed in an Israeli strike on an apartment block on Saturday. A Palestinian man sits with a child wounded in an Israeli strike at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip November 18, 2023.

Broken promises haunt Kashmir’s history and explain its tragedy. “With the lapse of Brit­ish paramountcy on Aug. 15, 1947, broken promises over Kashmir came not like sin­gle spies but in battalions, to borrow from Hamlet. Promises were made by India in 1966, (Tashkent Declaration), 1972, (Shimla Agreement) to nego­tiate seriously over Kashmiri’s sovereignty. The train of bro­ken promises over Kashmir might be forgiven if the con­sequences were innocuous or inconsequential. It seems that the UN Security Council has honored India’s indefensible defense of its Kashmir broken promises because of its mus­cular military, nuclear and economic profile and hege­mony in South Asia.

WILMINGTON: Israel and Hamas have not yet reached a deal on a temporary ceasefire, a White House spokesperson said on Saturday night. The US is continuing to work to get a deal between the two sides, the spokesperson said. The Washington Post reported earlier on Saturday night that a Qatari-brokered deal between Israel and Hamas had been reached for a five-day ceasefire in exchange for 50 or more hostages. “No deal yet but we continue to work hard to get a deal,” Adrienne Watson, spokesperson for the White House’s National Security Council, said in a statement. Israel vowed to destroy Hamas after the group’s Oct. 7 rampage into Israel in which its fighters killed 1,200 people and took 240 hostages, according to Israeli tallies.