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The Independent
07-07-2025
- The Independent
Lion attacks woman and children after escaping cage in Pakistan farmhouse
A man in Lahore has been arrested after a lion escaped from a farmhouse and injured a woman and two children in a residential neighbourhood, police said. The attack occurred on Wednesday in the city's Jauhar Town area when the lion got out of its cage and jumped over a wall and barricade onto the street. Closed-circuit television footage shows the lion leaping onto the back of the woman, knocking her to the ground, before clawing and biting at the children nearby. Two of the children, aged five and seven, suffered facial and arm injuries. All the victims are currently being treated at the Jinnah Hospital in Lahore, reported the Press Trust of India. According to Faisal Kamran, a senior police official, the animal's owner was present at the scene but made no attempt to stop the attack. The children's father alleged that the owner watched the mauling without intervening, 'appearing to enjoy the spectacle'. The lion later returned to the farmhouse before being captured by police and wildlife personnel and relocated to a secure government-run wildlife park. Lahore police confirmed that the lion's owner was arrested under charges including attempted murder and violations of the Punjab Wildlife Act. Authorities said the man did not possess a valid licence to keep the animal and had failed to put in place proper safety measures. Under recent amendments to wildlife laws in the province, those found guilty of such offences can face up to seven years in prison and fines of up to PKR 5mn (£13,500). Keeping wild animals such as lions, tigers and leopards as pets has become a trend among some affluent individuals in Pakistan, often regarded as a symbol of wealth and power. However, ownership requires extensive licensing and adherence to strict safety protocols, which are frequently ignored. In a separate incident in Turkey on the same day, a lion named Zeus escaped from the Land of Lions theme park near the resort city of Antalya. The animal attacked an agricultural worker named Suleiman Kir, who was sleeping in a pistachio field with his wife. Mr Kir fought off the lion with his bare hands, grabbing its neck until it retreated. 'We were covered with blankets to protect ourselves from mosquitoes and when the prayer call sounded, I tried to stand up but I couldn't,' Mr Kir told BirGün newspaper. 'Suddenly I felt something touch my left foot and when I eventually managed to get up, I saw it was something huge – I thought it was a dog.' In a video posted online, Mr Kir recounted: 'We called for help but there was no one around. As the lion was biting my calf and my neck, I grabbed him around the neck and began to squeeze and he backed off. At that moment, the security forces came. If I had not been strong, I wouldn't be here right now.' The governor of Antalya confirmed that the lion had been tracked and shot dead by security forces, stating that capturing it alive had been deemed too dangerous. An investigation has been launched into the escape. BirGün reported that the theme park is home to around 30 large cats. A woman also sustained severe injuries to an arm when she was attacked by a lion at an Australian zoo. The Darling Downs Zoo in Queensland state said the 50-year-old woman was watching animal keepers working in the zoo's carnivore precinct before opening hours Sunday morning when she was attacked.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beloved Pakistani actress Ayesha Khan dead aged 76
Beloved Pakistani actress Ayesha Khan has died aged 76. The star's body was discovered days after her death in her apartment, with authorities confirming she was found in a state of advanced decomposition in her apartment in the Gulshan-e-Iqbal area of Karachi. It emerged on Saturday (21.06.25) local police had said the veteran actress had died at least a week earlier, with neighbours alerting her family only after detecting a strong odour from the residence. Tributes have poured in for the star, with actor Adnan Siddiqui saying in a statement: 'She was never loud, never needing to prove anything – her craft did all the talking. 'Her kindness, her elegance, her calm strength, all of it taught me so much, even when she wasn't trying to.' Ayesha's body was discovered on the night of 19 June, according to a spokesperson for the Gulshan-e-Iqbal police, but news of her passing is only now coming to light. The actress had been living alone for many years, having largely stepped away from the entertainment industry. Her children, police said, did not live nearby. Dr Summaiya Syed, a police surgeon at Jinnah Hospital, confirmed to local media that a post-mortem examination would not proceed until her son arrived. Preliminary assessments suggested Ayesha was in the bathroom when she died. Police have begun questioning neighbours and family members as part of their investigation. Ayesha was a celebrated figure in Pakistani television and film, known for her performances in acclaimed drama serials such as Akhri Chattan, Tipu Sultan: The Tiger Lord, Dehleez, Bol Meri Machli and Ek Aur Aasman. She also starred in Soteli Maamta, her most recent screen appearance, which aired on Hum TV in 2020. The actress was the elder sister of late TV star Khalida Riyasat. A versatile performer, Ayesha appeared in both comedic and dramatic roles and was frequently cast alongside actors Qazi Wajid and Talat Hussain. Her long-standing collaboration with these actors made her part of one of PTV's most loved on-screen ensembles. Tributes have poured in from across the entertainment industry. Hum TV, with whom Ayesha frequently worked, issued a statement saying: 'May her soul rest in peace. Our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.' Adnan Siddiqui, 54, remembered his first encounter with Ayesha during the filming of Uroosa. 'She was my on-screen mother but brought a compassion reminiscent of a maternal figure,' he said in a post on Instagram – adding: 'She was an atmosphere. And her absence will be deeply felt.' Actor Khaled Anam paid tribute to the actress's prolific career by posting a photo of her face and writing: 'With profound sadness, we share the news of legendary Pakistani actress Ayesha Khan passing away this June 2025. 'For decades, she graced our screens with iconic roles in Afshan, Aroosa, Family 93, Mehndi, Naqab Zan, Bharosa Pyar Tera, Bisaat e Dil.'
Express Tribune
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
A shared horizon: why Pak-Afghan ties matter
Listen to article Few bilateral relationships in South Asia are as deeply rooted and strategically consequential as those between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Shaped by centuries of interconnected history, overlapping ethnicities and geographic proximity, this bond remains vital not only to the futures of both nations, but to the collective peace and prosperity of the region. Pakistan's approach to Afghanistan has long been guided by a clear strategic principle: peace and stability in one country is essential to the sustainability of the other. From shared borders and interwoven tribes to economic dependencies and cultural affinities, the relationship transcends mere diplomacy. Pashtuns, Hazaras and other ethnic groups straddle both sides of the Durand Line, reinforcing the reality that these are not just neighboring states, but are socially and historically intertwined societies. While international discourse on Afghanistan tends to oscillate between periods of intense focus and indifference, Pakistan's engagement has remained steady. It has pursued dialogue with every Afghan government, irrespective of political orientation, rooted in a belief that only Afghan-led, Afghan-owned peace can yield durable stability. Even amid setbacks and strained moments, Pakistan has consistently chosen constructive diplomacy over provocation, acting from the perspective of regional responsibility rather than tactical convenience. One of the most tangible manifestations of this consistency lies in Pakistan's long-standing humanitarian commitment. For more than four decades, Pakistan has hosted over four million Afghan refugees — many of whom have integrated into local communities, contributing to society and shaping generations of diaspora identity. This effort is one of the largest and most enduring refugee-hosting initiatives in modern history and is a testament to the depth of Pakistan's social resilience and regional empathy. Critically, this refuge has been more than shelter — it has been an investment in people. Over 100,000 Afghan students have graduated from Pakistani institutions, and more than 7,000 are currently enrolled in universities across the country. The Allama Iqbal Scholarship initiative and dozens of school-level programmes have widened access to education, especially for Afghan girls. Many of these graduates now serve as civil servants, doctors, entrepreneurs and educators in Afghanistan, applying skills they acquired across the border. Pakistan's support is also visible inside Afghanistan itself. Institutions such as the Liaquat Ali Khan Engineering Faculty in Balkh, Rehman Baba School in Kabul, and healthcare facilities like Jinnah Hospital and the Nishtar Kidney Centre reflect long-term, needs-based investments. These projects are not mere diplomacy by brick and mortar, they are foundations of development that serve Afghan society daily. Infrastructure cooperation has emerged as a central pillar of Pakistan's regional strategy. The Torkham-Jalalabad highway, internal road systems in Nangarhar, and the Chaman-Spin Boldak and Peshawar-Jalalabad railway carriageways aim to transform Afghanistan from a landlocked buffer zone into a connective hub. With links to Central Asia, the Gulf and South Asia, Afghanistan's geostrategic value can only be realised through regional cooperation; and Pakistan is prepared to support that transformation. That said, the relationship has not been free of strain. Historical tensions, amplified by shifting alliances and India's influence in Afghan politics, have at times sowed mistrust. However, even when faced with hostile rhetoric and misinformation, Pakistan has not walked away from engagement Pakistan's response to the events of August 2021, when the Afghan government collapsed and a new political order emerged, further reinforced its commitment. While many Western nations reneged on promises to rebuild Afghanistan, Pakistan refused to balk out and kept acting in good faith. Beyond individual policies and initiatives lies an essential truth: for South and Central Asia to realise their collective potential, Afghanistan must be brought into the regional fold. Be it through trade corridors, energy transit lines or counterterrorism coordination, a peaceful and integrated Afghanistan benefits every stakeholder. However, to realise that vision, both countries must commit not only to cooperation, but to trust-building. The future of bilateral relations lies not just in high-level visits or official declarations, but in robust people-to-people diplomacy. Academic exchanges, youth collaborations, cultural forums and decentralised trade. It is also essential for the international community to engage with this relationship with nuance and depth. Too often, global actors view Afghanistan through short-term security lenses, ignoring the subtleties of regional dynamics. Ultimately, Pakistan cannot resolve every challenge Kabul faces. Nor can it dictate the course of Afghan politics. But what it can do — and has done — is to remain a constant: a consistent, empathetic and regionally grounded partner. In today's geopolitical terrain, where alliances are transactional and interests fleeting, this reliability carries immense value. Pakistan and Afghanistan are more than neighbours. They are linked by history, kinship and shared trials. As both countries navigate turbulent times and shifting alliances, they must resist the temptation to retreat into suspicion. Instead, they must recognise that no enduring regional peace is possible without their cooperation — and that true partnership is not a matter of strategy alone, but of shared destiny. The real question is not whether the Pak-Afghan ties matter. The real question is whether both nations — and their allies — are ready to nurture these ties with the long-term seriousness they deserve.
Business Recorder
11-06-2025
- Health
- Business Recorder
Thousands of people visit hospitals during & after Eid holidays
LAHORE: Thousands of people with complaints of food-poisoning and abdominal pain brought to different city hospitals during and after the Eid days. As per reports, around 2,500 people were brought to Jinnah Hospital, about 2000 to Mayo Hospital, around 1500 to Services Hospital, about 1000 to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and about 3000 to LGH with complaints of stomach pain, heartburn, stomach irritation and high blood pressure. Most of the patients were discharged after providing medical treatment while a few who were critical were admitted to the hospitals. A number of cases of gastroenteritis were also reported at Lahore division's other health facilities, including Government Shahdara Hospital, Kot Khawaja Saeed Hospital and Government Mozang Hospital. The emergency wards of the city's major hospitals are witnessing increased number of gastroenteritis patients. Health experts advised the people to drink clean water, eat healthy food and avoid going outdoors during the ongoing hot season. Sources in the Punjab Specialised Healthcare & Medical Education Department stated that the number of patients of gastrointestinal disease in the city had surged during the last four days. A similar situation was reported from several other cities of Punjab, including Multan, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Sheikhupura, Sialkot and Rawalpindi, the sources added. It may be added that there is tradition that on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, families and friends hold gatherings, enjoy eating meat of the sacrificed animals and other foods, ignoring precautionary measures and falling ill as a result of overeating. Every year, emergency situation erupts at hospitals and thousands of people are admitted with gastrointestinal issues. As per the direction of CM Punjab, as many as 10,033 patients were provided with the free medical facilities in the General Hospital Emergency Department without any interruption and without any slip fees during the four holidays of Eid-ul-Azha. While 2,047 X-rays, 621 ultrasounds and 513 CT scans of patients were performed. Amiruddin Medical College Principal Prof Dr Muhammad Farooq Afzal and MS LGH Dr Faryad Hussain said that under the guidance of Provincial Minister for Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education department Khawaja Salman Rafique, health professionals are alert to provide quality medical facilities to patients and they will continue to fulfil their professional responsibilities in the future as well. MS Dr Faryad Hussain stated that free dialysis was done for patients suffering from kidney diseases treatment were also ongoing in the women and children departments. Prof Farooq Afzal urged the doctors to continue to raise awareness among the citizens about prevention of infectious diseases along with treatment so that the public can protect themselves by taking precautionary measures. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
23-04-2025
- Express Tribune
Two women found killed at separate places
Body of a woman was found in a garden near Bilal Colony Korangi. She was shot in the head near ear and the bullet exited from the other side of the head near neck. The police shifted the body to the Jinnah Hospital. SHO Awami Colony Police Station Abdul Sattar Magsi said that the victim's identity could not be determined immediately. However, with the help of Talaash app, she was identified as 26-year-old Sapna, wife of Anees, with an address in Naushehro Feroze. The police are currently trying to determine where the victim resided in Karachi or who she was visiting from interior Sindh. Separately, body of a 62-year-old woman, Afshan Salehin, was found in an apartment in Isa Nagri Baradari, with her hands and feet tied. According to SHO Aziz Bhatti, Saeed Narijo, the woman was unmarried and lived alone in the flat. The body appears to be 3-4 days old.
