LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to take formal action following India’s decision to pull out of the upcoming Champions Trophy, which is scheduled to be held in Pakistan. The PCB will soon send a letter to the International Cricket Council (ICC), sources confirmed. The letter, expected to be dispatched within the next two days, will follow the guidance given by the Pakistani government. After extensive legal consultations, the PCB intends to ask the ICC for a clear explanation regarding the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) refusal to send its team to Pakistan for the…
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Zahid Khan, a former leader of the Awami National Party (ANP), officially joined the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Sunday. He made the announcement during a ceremony in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lower Dir, where he was welcomed into the party by PML-N leader Amir Muqam. Khan explained that he had joined PML-N at the invitation of Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He said he was drawn to the party after reflecting on the changing political environment in the country. Zahid Khan has had a long political career. He served as a senator twice, from 1997 to 2003 and again…
Pakistan has faced another setback in its fight against polio, with a new case of paralysis confirmed in a child from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan district. The case, reported on Sunday, increases the total number of polio infections in the country to 48 for the year. Of these, 10 cases have been reported from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The National Institute of Health (NIH) in Islamabad confirmed the diagnosis after testing the child’s samples at the Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication. The child, who hails from an area still struggling with polio transmission, is the latest victim of a virus…
Punjab is still grappling with thick smog as the pollution level continues to rise, even after several measures by the government to control it. The air quality has worsened, especially with the dropping temperatures. Lahore has once again topped the list of the world’s most polluted major cities. Meanwhile, Multan is facing the worst air quality in Pakistan, with levels exceeding the “hazardous” category, which poses severe health risks for residents exposed for extended periods. The dense, smog-filled air has now moved from Punjab to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, engulfing the provincial capital, Peshawar, and surrounding areas. As of 8:30 AM, the…
Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, known for her charm and talent, recently addressed her fans’ curiosity about her marriage plans. The star was in Toronto, Canada, where she attended a special fan event. During the meet and greet, she interacted with her fans and answered many personal and professional questions. One fan asked about her future in marriage. Hania was clear and open in her response: “I don’t have any plan to get married at the moment,” she said. She added with a smile, “I am a simple girl. When I decide to get married, I’ll announce it with a bang.”…
The Pakistan baseball team showed its strength once again at the Arab Classic, hosted by Baseball United, with an impressive 12-0 victory over India. This was their third consecutive win in the tournament, further cementing their position as one of the strongest teams in the competition. From the opening pitch, Pakistan dominated the game. India struggled to gain any momentum, constantly finding themselves on the defensive. Pakistan’s offense was relentless, with key home runs in the second, fourth, and fifth innings, putting India under pressure throughout the game. Several players stood out, contributing to the dominant victory. Romail Khan, Mohammad…
QUETTA: A devastating blast near Quetta’s railway station has left at least 25 people dead and 46 others injured. The attack took place near the booking office of the station, a busy area that sees many people at any given time. This likely contributed to the high number of casualties. Emergency teams rushed to the site, and doctors and medical staff were put on high alert at Quetta’s Civil Hospital. Many of the injured are in critical condition, and the death toll could rise further. Authorities have declared an emergency, and additional medical help has been called in. The explosion…
Pakistan defeated Australia by 9 wickets in the second ODI of the three-match series, leveling the series 1-1. The match, played in Adelaide, saw a dominant chase from Pakistan after a stellar bowling display earlier in the day. Opening the innings for Pakistan, Abdullah Shafiq and Saeem Ayub led the charge. The first breakthrough for Pakistan came at 137 runs when Ayub was dismissed for 82 runs. His innings included 6 sixes and 5 fours. After his departure, Shafiq and Babar Azam continued the chase smoothly. Shafiq scored 64 runs, while Babar Azam remained not out on 15, ensuring the…
The Joint Investigation Teams (JITs) have finished their investigation into the violence and arson that occurred on May 9. According to the reports, the JITs found all the accused guilty, including high-profile Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) figures such as Fawad Chaudhry, Aleema Khan, and Uzma Khan. The investigation, which focused on the violent acts and property damage that followed Imran Khan’s arrest, has now been concluded. The findings have been submitted to the court, which will move forward with the next phase. The court has summoned the accused to present their final arguments. At the same time, the court extended the…
The national exchequer is under significant financial pressure. Salaries and allowances alone cost around Rs2 trillion each year. Pensions add another trillion rupees to the bill, which is about 1% of the country’s GDP. Together, these costs make up a large part of a budget that totals Rs18.7 trillion. This, of course, comes with a persistent annual deficit of Rs6 trillion. In this context, the government’s decision to implement pension reforms for new employees from the next fiscal year is a positive move. It aligns with the recommendations of international donor agencies, who are advocating for a leaner, more efficient…
