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Atif Maqbool gives special message to world ahead of G20 Summit in Kashmir

MUZAFFARABAD: As tensions in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir continue to escalate, the two-and-a-half million inhabitants of the occupied state are calling on the international community to support their right to self-determination.
 
In a tweet regarding the upcoming G20 Summit in Srinagar, Atif Maqbool urges member countries to condemn India for its controversial actions and tactics in the region.
 
Sharing the quote on his Twitter handle, Atif Maqbool said I welcome world leaders from all over the world to Jammu and Kashmir. I want to remind them that the two and a half million people of the occupied state of Jammu and Kashmir are looking to the world for their right to self-determination. We hope that members of  G 20 countries will also condemn India for its controversial actions and counterintuitive tactics in the disputed state.
 

 
 
This call to action has sparked interest from news outlets such as Sky News and Al Jazeera, as well as Kashmirwalla and other local sources. As events unfold, it remains to be seen how the world will respond to this plea for help.
 
 
 
 

Gerard Pique fuming over Shakira for including sons in music video

Gerard Pique was left fuming over ex-girlfriend Shakira for including their sons in the music video of her new track Acrostico.

The former Barcelona player may seek legal action against the Waka Waka hitmaker for not taking his permission before including the boys, Sasha and Milan, in the video.

Spanish media outlet Marca reported that journalist Lorena Vazquez said that the footballer got to know about his sons debut after the video was released.

“He did not know, nor has he been asked for permission, nor authorization and it seems that neither his children had told him,” the journalist claimed.

She also revealed that Gerard was angry at the situation that he was not informed or asked about the video and will be taking Shakira to the court if need be.

“He is in shock,” the outlet revealed. “He has spoken to his lawyer to see what can be done about it.”

Shakira and Gerard announced their separation in June 2022, almost 12 years after they started dating, without disclosing the reason behind their separation.

After a months long negotiations, Gerard agreed that Shakira can take their kids to Miami with them with him getting 10-day visiting rights.  

Photos of 26 miscreants who attacked the GHQ gate released to the media

 

Rawalpindi: CCPO Rawalpindi presented the photos of 26 miscreants who attacked the GHQ gate to the media.

RAWALPINDI GHQ ATTACK UPDATES: While giving a press conference, CP Osaid Khalid Mahmood Hamdani said that Rawalpindi police have so far arrested 264 people in 17 cases while the total number of criminals arrested in case number 708 RA Bazar police station (GHQ case) has increased to 76. He said.

 

Among the miscreants arrested yesterday are Ehsan, Abdullah, Idris, Waqas, Ayaz, Qamar-ul-Zaman, Umar, Ali Hussain, Farhadullah, Asmat, Abu Bakr, Qamar Zaman, Sajjad Munir, Nabeel, Sadaqat, Noman, Amir Shahid, Farhad, Shehryar, Lal Shah, Akmal, Adeel, Pirzada Shehbaz, Arshad, Manoor and Syed Qamar are included. CPO Rawalpindi Khalid Hamdani said that arrests are being made by identifying them through videos, the person seen spraying petrol in the video. is also arrested while the person who incited the crowd to go towards the GHQ gate was also arrested.

Those who broke the gate have also been arrested. The police officer said that the highways continued to run during the riots and the security of important installations was also protected, the metro bus suffered a loss of Rs 80 crore. Around 20 police vehicles were damaged.

 

But 29 people and youths including SDPO Waris Khan and SHO Rata Amaral were injured in the violent operations. He said that there was no lack of intelligence in Rawalpindi, they cooperated fully due to which the situation in Rawalpindi was not too bad. However, the government is estimating the damages.

The investigation of those who are involved in the heinous crime will be very comprehensive. The CPO said that a special committee headed by SSP Investigation Zinaira Azfar is investigating the cases related to sensitive institutions while about 90 have already been sent to jail.

 

The accused are also being summoned as per the law in these cases on the basis of evidence. The police officer said that raids are also being conducted to arrest the leadership of the miscreants. Requirements will be met.

 

 

Sardar Tanveer Ilyas once again accused the former PM Imran Khan

Former Azad Kashmir Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas has said that due to local elections in Azad Kashmir, Imran Khan said to stop General Asim Munir from becoming the Army Chief on the request of Long March 2 days ahead.

 

MUZAFFARABAD: (Azadi Times) While giving a press conference in Islamabad, Tanveer Ilyas said that Imran Khan is trying to make the army and the army chief controversial as part of a conspiracy.

 

He said that the long march of Tehreek-e-Insaaf 2 days before the appointment of the army chief was part of this conspiracy. We asked Imran Khan to hold local body elections in Azad Kashmir.

 

March 2 days ahead, then Imran Khan said to stop General Asim Munir from becoming the army chief. Sardar Tanveer Ilyas said that at the time of distrust, Imran Khan wanted the army to fail him, and the army decided to remain neutral in this whole situation. Imran Khan said in the party meeting that now it is time to create an anti-army narrative.

 

He said that after a few days, his army was awarded titles like Mir Jafar and Mir Sadiq by waving a piece of paper. Sardar Tanveer Ilyas said that attacks on military installations are being carried out by sleeper cells, and the worst governance was during Imran Khan’s regime.

A three-day festival organized by the Pakistan Army will begin on May 17 in Chakothi

The three-day festival organized by the Pakistan Army will start on May 17 in Chakothi, a town adjacent to the Line of Control.

CHAKOTHI: (Azadi Times) In the review meeting, the Commanding Officer Chakothi briefed the participants regarding the preparations and arrangements for the three-day Sports and Culture Festival starting from May 17 in Chakothi, Deputy Commissioner, SP Jhelum Valley Assistant Commissioner.

District Education Officers, the Chairman of District Council Jhelum Valley and Journalists, and officials of various departments participated in the meeting. Other tourism and cultural activities including Jat, Kashmiri Handicraft Exhibition will be organized.

During the festival, special measures have been taken to highlight the historical tourism heritage and cultural culture. In addition to highlighting the Kashmiri culture and culture, tourism will be promoted. Ga, local and national artists will perform.

Traditional songs will be presented in Pahari, Kashmiri, Gujri languages. Various stalls will be set up during the festival. All the old children are invited.

In the opening ceremony and the closing ceremony, military and military officials, special guests will attend the festival.

G-20 countries to boycott meeting in Srinagar says Devendra Singh

Jammu: May 13 (Azadi Times) Leader of All-Party Hurriyat Conference and Chairman of Jammu and Kashmir Social Peace Forum in Jammu and Kashmir illegally occupied by India, Advocate Devinder Singh Bahl has said that India has violated international laws by holding a meeting of the Group of 20 in occupied Kashmir.

 

Devendra Singh said in a statement issued in Jammu that Jammu and Kashmir is an internationally recognized disputed region and the settlement of the Kashmir issue is yet to be resolved.

In violation of international laws, the special status of Jammu and Kashmir has been ruined and now India is going to hold the Group of 20 meeting in the region to continue its usurpation and throw dust in the eyes of the international community.

 

He said that the freedom-loving Kashmiri people are well aware of India’s insidious tactics and will thwart its nefarious intentions. Devendra Singh Bahl appealed to the Group of 20 countries to boycott the meeting in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir.

 

He appealed to the Kashmiris to go on a complete strike on May 22 against the said meeting and once again convince the international community that they reject the usurpation of India.

 

The leader of the All Party Hurriyat Conference said that the Kashmiri people will continue their struggle until the resolution of the Kashmir issue according to the resolutions of the United Nations and their wishes.

While talking to Srinagar, he severely criticized the Indian initiative of the Group 20 meeting and said that India is seriously violating all the human and democratic rights of Kashmiris in response to the demand for self-determination.

 

He said that human rights are being severely violated in the occupied area for the last several decades, while after August 5, 2019, India has turned the occupied area into a big prison.

Mir Shahid Saleem said that lands and jobs are being taken away from Kashmiris and given to Indians.

 

He said that the Group of 20 countries should not only boycott the meeting of the forum in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir but also hold India accountable for serious crimes against humanity in the occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

The Jonas Brothers weighs in on ‘The Album’

 

The Jonas Brothers weighs in on The Album
The Jonas Brothers weighs in on ‘The Album’

The Jonas Brothers opened up about their new record, titled The Album.

“The journey this record has taken us on has been a one of a kind experience and finally getting to share these songs with you means the world to us,” the band said.

“Thank you to the incredible Jon Bellion for helping us bring this body of work to life.”

“We’re so proud of these songs and hope you love it as much as we do. The Album is yours now!”

The record boasted twelve songs, executive produced by Jon Bellion.

Moreover, the record included some tracks that touched their aspects of life that were never explored before.

Speaking to ABC News Impact x Nightline, Nick Jonas said, “When you think about the longevity of a career like a Mick Jagger … whoever, Bruce [Springsteen] — those records, those songs really mean something to people.”

“We want to be in that category. So this album, I feel like, does that pretty well,” he continued. With [songs] like ‘Wings’ and ‘Little Bird’… [they’re] all moments in time, real visceral experiences that we’ve been able to kind of put into song,” he explained.

Kelly Osbourne on Jamie Foxx: ‘He is incredible human being’

 

Kelly Osbourne on Jamie Foxx: He is incredible human being
Kelly Osbourne on Jamie Foxx: He is an incredible human being’

Kelly Osbourne gushed over Jamie Foxx as she filled in for his show Beat Shazam with Nick Cannon after he was admitted to hospital for an unknown “medical complication.”

 

“He is one of the most talented, incredible human beings in the industry,” adding, “and it is such an honor to be asked to keep Corinne’s seat warm for her while everything is going on.”

The 38-year-old added, “It was so much fun. I hope I did her justice.”

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Osbourne’s praise comes after the Django Unchained star took to social media to thank his fans.

“Appreciate all the love!!!” the 55-year-old wrote on Instagram on May 3. “Feeling blessed.”

Previously, the megastar underwent medical treatment in April, as revealed by his daughter Corinne Foxx on social media.

 

“We wanted to share that my father, Jamie Foxx, experienced a medical complication yesterday,” she shared on Instagram, April 12 while stressing privacy.

“Luckily, due to quick action and great care, he is already on his way to recovery. We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers.”

Leigh-Anne Pinnock enjoys bachelorette party ahead of wedding

 

She also made headlines the previous week during King Charles’ coronation
She also made headlines the previous week during King Charles’ coronation 

British singer and Little Mix member Leigh-Ann Pinnock enjoys her bachelorette party before her wedding. She was joined by her close friends and fellow group member Jade Thirlwall.

She has been engaged to Andre Gray since back in 2020 when he popped the question, they are also the parents of twins that were born in 2021.

 

The singer looked absolutely stunning in a white bikini paired with a lovely silver mesh skirt with her hair left open. She posted a video compilation that showed them enjoying mimosas while lounging around in the sun.

 

In another hilarious clip, the girls could be seen donning masks of Andre’s face along with silk pyjamas. In the caption, Leigh-Ann wrote:

“We made a fricken movie, the hen of Dreams. I love these women more than humanly possible and s*** I’m getting married y’all.”

 

Their official marriage was actually supposed to take place much earlier but ended up getting delayed several times because of the pandemic, the World Cup as well as her pregnancy.

 

Some reports claim that the pair will end up tying the knot in Jamaica with her bandmates Perrie Edwards and Jade present.

 

She also made headlines the previous week during King Charles’ coronation when she posted a status calling out the establishment, labelling it a “fascist nightmare.”

New Delhi court sentenced 9 innocent Muslims to 7 years of imprisonment

New Delhi May 11 (Azadi Times) A New Delhi court has sentenced 9 Muslims convicted in the 2020 northeast Delhi riots case to 7 years of hard labor.

Additional Sessions Judge Palistia Parmachal has sentenced Mohammad Shahnawaz, Mohammad Shoaib, Shahrukh, Rashid, Azad, Ashraf Ali Parvez, Mohammad Faisal, and Rashid to 7 years in prison in the North East Delhi riots case.

 

On March 13, the court sentenced 9 people. He was convicted. All the criminals have been sentenced to 7 years imprisonment and a fine of 20,000 under Section 436 of the Indian Penal Code. All Muslim persons were charged by the Gokulpuri Police Station under various provisions of the Indian Penal Code.