Australia have announced their playing XI for the first T20 International against Pakistan in the three-match series. According to team officials, captain Mitchell Marsh will be rested for the opening match, with Travis Head set to lead the side in his absence. Australia’s playing XI for the first T20I includes Travis Head, Matthew Short, Cameron Green, Matthew Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Mitch Owen, Josh Philippe, Jack Edwards, Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman and Adam Zampa. The opening T20I between Pakistan and Australia will be played today at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, with the match scheduled to begin at 4:00 pm (local time).
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The Supreme Court has ruled that withholding salary during an employee’s dismissal is an unconstitutional act, ordering the reinstatement of dismissed employees along with full payment of outstanding dues. In a detailed judgment, the court declared that an employee who is wrongfully dismissed is legally entitled to all back pay and benefits. The ruling was issued in cases involving dismissed police personnel from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, whom the court ordered to be paid all outstanding dues within one month. The Supreme Court accepted the appeals of the police officials and set aside the decision of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Service Tribunal, which…
Islamabad Police have busted a major IMEI-changing network involved in erasing mobile phone identities within minutes, arresting 16 suspects during coordinated raids in multiple cities. According to police, the network was being operated from a posh area of Islamabad, where suspects illegally altered IMEI numbers of stolen mobile phones to make them untraceable. The group primarily targeted high-end mobile phones worth over Rs200,000. Police said the arrested suspects included the mastermind of the operation, adding that the IMEI-changing racket had spread across Punjab, but has now been dismantled. The investigation began after the arrest of a mobile phone thief in…
Severe snowfall and extreme winter conditions have brought daily life in the United States to a standstill, with at least 65 people killed in weather-related incidents across multiple states. According to US authorities, a powerful cold wave continues to grip eastern parts of the country, pushing temperatures well below freezing and creating hazardous conditions. In Chicago, temperatures dropped to minus 14 degrees Celsius, while Cleveland recorded minus 11 degrees Celsius. Intermittent snowfall in Tennessee and Mississippi has made roads dangerously slippery, leading to a surge in traffic accidents. The harsh weather has also disrupted power supply, leaving more than 100,000…
Pakistan’s armed forces are fully prepared to defend the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir said on Wednesday, stressing that the nature of warfare has fundamentally changed and modern technology will play a decisive role in future conflicts. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Asim Munir stated that contemporary wars are increasingly driven by advanced technologies, making innovation, indigenous development and adaptability essential components of modern military strategy. He said the armed forces are actively integrating cutting-edge technologies to effectively address evolving security challenges. The field marshal made these remarks…
Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced that skilled youth across the province will be provided interest-free loans of up to Rs300,000 under the Parwaz Card initiative, aimed at promoting employment and entrepreneurship. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Parwaz Card, Raah-e-Rozgar, and the Skill Development Portal, the chief minister said providing relief and opportunities to citizens was the state’s responsibility, adding that empowering youth remained a top priority of her government. She said the Parwaz Card would ensure transparency in the disbursement of funds, with 50,000 skilled youth set to receive the cards. “No young person will…
Gilgit: The Like-Minded Group has announced its decision to contest the upcoming elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, unveiling its electoral strategy during a joint press conference held on Tuesday. The announcement was made by former Gilgit-Baltistan governor Raja Jalal Hussain Maqpoon, former chief minister Haji Gulbar Khan, and several former ministers. Speaking on the occasion, former chief minister Haji Gulbar Khan said the group includes former PTI lawmakers from six to seven constituencies, many of whom continue to play a key role in regional politics. He said that after the disqualification of Khalid Khurshid, their group took charge of the government and…
Karachi: Gold prices in Pakistan soared to an all-time high on Tuesday after recording a historic single-day increase, driven by a surge in international markets and strong global demand. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola jumped by Rs21,100, taking it to a record Rs551,662. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs18,090 to settle at Rs472,961. In the international market, gold prices surged by $211 per ounce, reaching $5,293, reflecting heightened investor demand amid global economic uncertainty. Silver prices also followed the upward trend, with the price…
New Delhi (January 28, 2026): Indian media reports have claimed that the International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked Bangladesh to remain prepared amid fears that Pakistan could boycott the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. According to Indian media, the ICC is considering contingency plans in case Pakistan decides not to participate in the mega event. The reports suggest that Bangladesh could be offered Pakistan’s slot in the tournament if Islamabad withdraws. These claims have surfaced at a time when uncertainty surrounds the World Cup due to security concerns, venue disputes, and the hybrid hosting model involving India and Sri Lanka.…
Lahore: The Punjab government has approved a proposal to allow children aged 16 years and below to ride motorcycles, after the Punjab Assembly’s Standing Committee on Interior passed the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill 2026. Under the bill, the committee has endorsed allowing 16-year-olds to ride motorcycles, along with the introduction of a Juvenile Driving Permit for underage riders. A formal legal framework will be created for motorcycle riders aged 16 to 18 years. According to the proposed law, the juvenile driving permit will be issued by the licensing authority, and underage riders will be required to follow strict conditions, supervision…
