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Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan and his Irish partner Sophie Shine officially announced their engagement on January 12, 2026, sharing an intimate picture of the proposal setup and the massive diamond ring. Sources suggest the couple, who have been dating for over a year, are planning a star-studded wedding ceremony in Delhi NCR next month.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi's recent visits to Karachi, Hyderabad, and Jamshoro have garnered significant attention, with MQM Founder Altaf Hussain praising him as a "true soldier of Imran Khan." Political commentator Mansoor Ali Khan also recognized the success of the resulting PTI rally, noting the significance of political activity returning to Sindh after a two-year lull.

Gujranwala's hotel industry is openly violating the government-mandated price of Rs 14 for 100 grams of roti, selling it for Rs 25. Sources indicate that the local administration has failed to enforce the official pricing mechanism, leading to widespread consumer exploitation.

The final consultation process for selecting Pakistan's squad for the upcoming World Cup and the subsequent home series against Australia is set to conclude this week. According to journalist Qadir Khawaja, citing sources from his X account, the probable list includes seasoned stars like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi, alongside promising talents such as Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, and Salman Ali Agha.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addressed foreign diplomats in Tehran, stating that initial peaceful protests related to economic concerns were hijacked by armed terrorist elements in early January, escalating into bloody violence. He claimed 70 percent of participants were incited by foreign actors, who intentionally targeted civilians and security personnel, damaging over 350 mosques and public property.

US President Donald Trump posted a striking image on Truth Social, declaring himself the "Acting President of Venezuela" starting January 2026. This provocative social media move follows a recent US military operation that led to the arrest and extradition of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to New York on severe drug-related charges.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed strong concern over potential US military intervention, suggesting Colombia could be the next target after recent US actions related to Venezuela. Petro heavily criticized US immigration policy, comparing ICE agents to 'Nazi Brigades,' despite a recent high-level phone conversation with US President Donald Trump.

The first official poster for the upcoming sports thriller O Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, has been unveiled. The poster highlights Kapoor’s dramatic physical transformation for the role, featuring a rugged demeanor and full-body thematic tattoos, signaling an intense cinematic outing scheduled for February 13, 2026.

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) successfully auctioned its two new franchises, Sialkot and Hyderabad, in Islamabad. The Sialkot franchise became the most expensive team in league history, selling for a record PKR 1.85 billion to OZD Developers, while FKS Group acquired the Hyderabad team for PKR 1.75 billion.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership, spearheaded by Barrister Gohar Khan, publicly asserted its commitment to eliminating terrorism, while simultaneously demanding unconditional inclusion in national security policy-making and calling for immediate access to the party's founder, Imran Khan.