CAPE TOWN: Ryan Rickelton and skipper Temba Bavuma rescued South Africa on day one of the second Test at Newlands with brilliant centuries. Their efforts helped the home side reach 316/4 at stumps on Friday. The pair formed a remarkable 235-run partnership for the fourth wicket, stabilizing the innings after early setbacks. Bavuma eventually fell in the 77th over, caught behind off Salman Ali Agha. The South African captain scored a composed 106 off 179 balls, including nine fours and two sixes. After Bavuma’s dismissal, Rickelton continued his dominant innings alongside David Bedingham. The two added nine runs before play…
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Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan’s most picturesque region, has earned a spot on CNN’s list of the top 25 destinations to visit in 2025. The US-based broadcaster highlighted the area’s unmatched beauty and allure. CNN Travel described the region, nestled in the Karakoram Mountains, as a challenging yet rewarding destination. “The Gilgit Baltistan region isn’t the easiest place to reach. Flights can be unpredictable, and roads may be closed seasonally,” the publication stated. “However, it boasts more breathtaking peaks than a lemon meringue pie.” The article emphasized the region’s significance as home to five of the 14 “eight-thousander” peaks, the world’s tallest…
Kurram Deputy Commissioner Javedullah Mehsud sustained injuries in a new firing incident in the Bagan area on Saturday. Violence flared up in the troubled region despite a recent peace agreement between rival tribes. The deputy commissioner, who was leading efforts to establish peace, was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment. The incident occurred just as authorities prepared to send an aid convoy to Parachinar. The convoy followed the peace accord signed on January 1. This agreement ended hostilities and required the surrender of arms to the state. The Tal-Parachinar road, which had been closed for three months, reopened today,…
ISLAMABAD: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) held its 11th Apex Committee meeting on Thursday. The session focused on reviewing multiple initiatives under the council’s umbrella. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired the meeting. It was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, federal ministers, provincial chief ministers, the Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Minister of Gilgit Baltistan, and senior government officials. The Secretary of the Apex Committee presented a detailed briefing on SIFC’s strategic goals and contributions. These efforts align with the National Economic Transformation Plan 2024-2029, also known as “Uraan Pakistan.” The committee expressed…
UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan’s Alternate Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, has reaffirmed the country’s stance on Kashmir, emphasizing its alignment with UN resolutions. He also underlined Pakistan’s commitment to a peaceful and stable Afghanistan, calling it vital for regional peace. On Thursday, Ambassador Ahmad participated in a significant ceremony at the UN Headquarters in New York. He raised Pakistan’s national flag in front of the UN Security Council chamber, marking the start of Pakistan’s eighth term as a non-permanent member of the 15-member council for the years 2025-2026. During the event, flags of five new non-permanent members…
The government of Pakistan has decided to engage with the upcoming United States administration to secure a waiver on sanctions affecting the Pak-Iran gas pipeline project. Officials emphasize the importance of this project for Pakistan’s energy security and economic stability. Sources within the government revealed that Pakistan plans to formally request an exemption from these sanctions to avoid severe economic consequences. They stressed that the gas pipeline is a critical initiative aimed at ensuring affordable energy for the nation. The government believes the time is right to revisit this matter with the incoming US administration. The Pak-Iran gas pipeline has…
RAWALPINDI: The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Thursday that 19 convicts had their sentences pardoned after filing mercy petitions. A total of 67 individuals submitted appeals for clemency. Out of these, 48 petitions were referred to the Courts of Appeal, while 19 appeals were approved purely on humanitarian grounds and within the framework of the law, the military’s media wing revealed. The ISPR further stated that the remaining appeals would be decided following legal procedures. The 19 individuals whose appeals were accepted would be released once the procedural formalities were complete. In April 2024, 20 convicts were also pardoned…
The Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the district administration are fostering healthy activities for tribal youth. Inspector General Frontier Corps (IGFC) North, Major General Anjum Riaz, extended a special invitation to cricket teams from Khyber and Bajaur. He encouraged them to showcase their best performance in the Inter-District T20 Cricket Tournament held in North Waziristan. To further inspire these players, he invited them to visit Qila Bala Hissar in Peshawar. Major General Anjum Riaz congratulated both teams for their efforts. He also presented them with prizes during a ceremony. Speaking to the young players, the IGFC emphasized the…
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has terminated 35 of its officers and personnel for their involvement in human smuggling. This decisive action follows incidents where boats carrying migrants sank in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Greece, as reported by Khyber News TV. Cases have also been registered against 13 FIA constables. Their negligence or complicity allegedly aided human traffickers in sending people abroad illegally. The FIA revealed that Director General Ahmad Ishaq Jahangir ordered a departmental inquiry against 49 officials linked to human trafficking. Following the inquiry, four inspectors, 10 sub-inspectors, two assistant sub-inspectors, five head constables,…
KOHAT: The warring tribes in Kurram have finally signed a 14-point peace agreement. This historic accord, reached after days of negotiations, aims to restore peace in the conflict-hit area, said Jirga member Malik Sawab Khan on Wednesday. A grand peace jirga was held at Kohat Fort to mediate the talks between the rival tribes. Major General Zulfiqar Bhatti, GOC 9 Division, supervised the discussions. The primary goal was to end the violence that has plagued the district, claiming over 130 lives since November. Despite several temporary truces over the past year, tribal elders struggled to resolve the conflict permanently. Last…
