Afghanistan triumphed over New Zealand by 84 runs on Saturday in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 in Guyana. New Zealand, tasked with chasing a target of 160 runs, were bowled out for 75 runs in 15.2 overs, falling 84 runs short. Afghanistan’s captain Rashid Khan and pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi were instrumental, each claiming four wickets. Only two New Zealand batters, Glenn Phillips (18 off 18) and Matt Henry (12 off 17), managed to reach double figures. Reflecting on the win, Rashid Khan remarked, “One of the greatest performances from us in T20I cricket against a big team. It is…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
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Indian singer and musician Vishal Dadlani has come forward to support Kalwinder Kaur, a female security officer who slapped Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh airport. The incident stemmed from a disagreement over Ranaut’s remarks about farmers, which led to Kaur’s suspension by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). Kangana Ranaut, known for her controversial statements and outspoken nature, reportedly made comments perceived as disrespectful towards farmers, provoking Kaur to slap her in a moment of anger. Vishal Dadlani, reacting to the incident, expressed his understanding of Kaur’s frustration. “I do not support violence,” Dadlani stated, “but I can understand…
Pakistan’s second communication satellite, PakSat MM1, launched by the National Space Agency (SUPARCO) on May 30, has successfully reached its Earth orbit as of June 5. According to a spokesperson from the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Commission (SUPARCO), PakSat MM1 is positioned at an altitude of 38,786 km above the Earth, located at 38.2 degrees East. The five-tonne PakSat MM1, equipped with state-of-the-art communication equipment, aims to provide the fastest internet services in the country. Following its arrival in orbit, the satellite’s solar panels have begun functioning, and various tests will be conducted to assess its condition in space.…
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has blocked 150,000 SIM cards of non-compliant taxpayers to enforce tax compliance. Evaders According to details, the FBR has confirmed the blocking of 150,000 SIM cards belonging to non-filers, providing data for 5,000 non-filers daily to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). A spokesperson stated that non-filers can have their SIM cards restored by submitting their income tax returns. “To date, 18,902 SIM cards have been reactivated after the individuals paid their taxes and were added to the list of active taxpayers,” the spokesperson added. Previously, the FBR spokesperson debunked rumors about blocking the SIM…
PESHAWAR: The Defence Ministry was informed on Friday that 98 cases of missing persons are still pending in the Peshawar High Court (PHC). According to details, Deputy Attorney General of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sanaullah, submitted a report on missing persons cases to the Defence Ministry. The report indicates that 226 cases of missing persons were resolved between February 1 and May 24. This five-month report on missing persons cases highlights the Deputy Attorney General’s efforts to expedite the resolution of these cases. It is worth mentioning that the Missing Person Commission disposed of 3,793 cases out of a total of 6,051…
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday resolved the petition concerning the recovery of poet Ahmed Farhad. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani of the IHC presided over the hearing, which aimed to recover poet Farhad and identify those responsible for his abduction. During the session, the court emphasized the importance of law enforcement in Islamabad, asserting that no one, including judges, is above the law. Justice Kayani remarked, “I am referring this matter to a committee; everyone must respect the law.” Justice Mohsin highlighted the necessity for institutions to operate within their designated limits. He cited an example where ego…
PESHAWAR: Nutrition International, in collaboration with the Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), has launched the ‘NourishMaa’ campaign in the province. This initiative aims to enhance maternal nutrition by improving the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers (HCPs) and frontline health workers (FHWs). Already operational in six districts across Punjab and Sindh, the campaign has now extended to KP, specifically targeting Mardan and Battagram, two districts with particularly high rates of maternal malnutrition. “The health and nutrition of mothers and children are foundational pillars for the overall development of our society,” stated Syed Qasim Ali Shah, Minister for Health KP.…
BANNU: A ‘most wanted’ terrorist of the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan was killed in an overnight operation in Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The anti-terror operation was carried out by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in Talgai area of Wazir Tehsil of Bannu. TTP terrorist identified as Umar alias Mustafa killed during the operation. According CTD, arms, and hand grenades were also recovered from his possession. CTD said that the slain terrorist was wanted in blasts, target killing and attacks on forces. According to CTD officials, the terrorist belonged to the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Hafiz Gul Bahadur group.
Portugal’s national football club SL Benfica has announced a partnership with the Pakistan Football League (PFL) Pearl Project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at developing professional football in Pakistan and mobilizing a new sports economy in the country. This collaboration positions SL Benfica at the forefront of football expansion in a nation of approximately 250 million people. Currently, Benfica representatives are in Pakistan for a series of high-profile events in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. They attended the formal launch of the PFL in Lahore on June 4th, alongside notable figures such as Michael Owen, Emile Heskey, Pascal Chimbonda, and Raúl Rodríguez.…
DALLAS: The 2024 T20 World Cup recorded its first upset when the inexperienced United States (USA) cricket team beat the previous World Cup finalist Pakistan in a Super Over on Thursday at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. The thrilling game, filled with twists and turns, went down to the Super Over, where the co-hosts triumphed to secure the top position on the points table in Group A. Despite their vast experience, Pakistan failed to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the USA. Pakistan, asked to bat first, had a disastrous start, managing only 30 runs in the powerplay and…
