South Africa beat West Indies by three wickets under the Duckworth-Lewis (DLS) method in a crucial match for a semi-final spot at the T20 World Cup in Antigua on Sunday. The unbeaten Proteas joined England in the last four as Group 2 winners, thanks to Marco Jansen’s (21 not out) six on the first ball of the final over, getting South Africa to their adjusted target of 123. South Africa beat West Indies with significant help from left-arm spinner Tabraiz Shamsi, who took 3-27, restricting West Indies to 135-8 before a rainstorm halted play. Spinner Roston Chase gave West Indies…
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Supreme Court on SIC Petition: The Supreme Court resumed hearing the Sunni Ittehad Council’s (SIC) petition against the denial of seats reserved for women and minorities in the national and provincial assemblies. A full court 13-member bench, led by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, is handling the SIC petition. The SIC is an ally of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The bench also includes Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, Justice Muneeb Akhtar, Justice Yahya Afridi, Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan, Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Justice Ayesha A Malik, Justice Athar Minallah, Justice Syed Hassan Azhar Rizvi, Justice…
Hajj deaths have reached a tragic total of 577 in Makkah due to extreme heat, AFP reported. The hospital morgue in Makkah’s Al Muaisem neighborhood recorded at least 550 deaths from the intense temperatures during the Hajj pilgrimage. However, reports from multiple countries increased the tally to 577, according to AFP. Two Arab diplomats revealed that 323 Egyptians were among the deceased. Most of them succumbed to heat-related illnesses. “All of them (the Egyptians) died because of heat,” said one diplomat, except for one who was fatally injured during a minor crowd crush. Additionally, 60 Jordanians died, adding to the…
In a tragic incident in the Mazarina area of Landi Kotal Tehsil, Khyber, journalist Khalil Jibran of Khyber News was killed, and his colleague was injured during a shooting. Khalil Jibran, associated with Khyber News, was returning home with his colleague Sajjad Advocate when assailants exited their vehicle and opened fire, according to DPO Salim Abbas. The assassination of Khalil Jibran has elicited widespread condemnation. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi expressed his outrage over the killing. The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND) also strongly condemned the brutal murder. In a statement expressing deep sorrow, AEMEND…
The government has issued a stern warning to PTI regarding their anti-state social media campaigns. Barrister Aqeel Malik, the federal spokesperson on legal affairs, has urged PTI to cease its damaging activities and propaganda. He emphasized the need for PTI to engage in dialogue with the government to address political issues instead of harming Pakistan’s global reputation. During a press conference, Malik accused PTI of unprecedented hostility by promoting anti-Pakistan legislation abroad. “Pakistan is a sovereign country and will not take dictation from others. We want friendly relations with all nations,” he asserted. Malik claimed that following the 2022 vote…
In Lasbela district, Balochistan, a tragic police mobile accident claimed the lives of five officers. The accident happened near Dubai Masjid due to a tire burst. Two other officers were injured. The vehicle, part of the SSP Lasbela squad, was traveling from Dariji to Othal when the tragedy occurred. The deceased officers were from Bela and Othal. The injured and deceased were quickly taken to the district hospital in Othal. The hospital staff began immediate treatment and necessary procedures for the victims. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi acknowledged the tragic accident. He extended his condolences to the families of the deceased…
How many animals will be sacrificed in Pakistan during Eid-ul-Azha? The Pakistan Tanners Association reports that approximately 6.8 million animals will be sacrificed this year. This includes 2.8 million cows, 3.3 million goats, 165,000 buffaloes, and 99,000 camels. Economic Value of Sacrificial Skins The value of the skins from these sacrificial animals is estimated to be around Rs6 billion. Cow skins are expected to contribute Rs4.29 billion, with each skin valued at Rs1,500. Goat skins are estimated to add Rs1.4025 billion, with each skin valued at Rs425. Processing and Value Addition After chemical processing, the total worth of these hides…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pledged on Saturday to rid Pakistan of its reliance on the International Monetary Fund (IMF). “The current IMF programme will be the last in Pakistan’s history,” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared while addressing the nation. Economic Reforms and Savings Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has vowed to abolish all institutions, ministries, and departments that have become a burden on the exchequer. This move, he said, will save taxpayers billions of rupees and pave the way for the country’s prosperity. “The abolishment of all ministries and departments which, instead of serving the nation, have become a burden…
Afghan refugees in Peshawar will face a complete entry ban during Eid-ul-Adha and Muharram. Peshawar Police Chief Qasim Ali Khan announced this decision in a talk with media. He emphasized that the entry of illegal Afghan citizens into the city will be entirely stopped during these religious events. Qasim Ali Khan stated that the police will re-conduct security audits of sensitive locations and places of worship. Afghan refugees, particularly those entering illegally, are a focal point of these heightened measures. The police aim to ensure the safety of all residents. Moreover, practical steps will be taken to curb street crime.…
Federal Budget 2024-25: In a significant and politically charged event, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented his first federal budget for the fiscal year 2024-25. This budget is crucial as Pakistan seeks a long-term bailout from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Budget Presentation Amid Protests Aurangzeb presented the budget in the National Assembly, facing a noisy protest by opposition lawmakers from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-backed Sunni Ittehad Council. They stood on their desks, raised anti-government slogans, and tore copies of the Finance Bill 2025. Despite this, Aurangzeb highlighted the government’s economic progress over the past year, describing it as “impressive.” He…
