18 teams are prepared to participate in the upcoming National T20 Cup, scheduled to begin on March 14th. According to details, these teams will represent 16 regions across the country. The tournament will be hosted in Lahore, Faisalabad, and Multan. Furthermore, the final of the domestic T20 competition will be held on March 27th. The tournament’s winner will be awarded a prize of Rs 5 million.
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Newly-appointed batting coach Mohammad Yousuf has decided to withdraw from Pakistan’s upcoming tour to New Zealand due to his daughter’s illness. According to details, the former Pakistan cricketer informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of his decision. No replacement will be appointed for Yousuf during his absence on the tour. The Pakistan cricket team is scheduled to depart for New Zealand on the morning of March 12th. Meanwhile, the Green Shirts are slated to play New Zealand in five T20Is and three ODIs.
Pakistan has called upon the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to acknowledge the support provided by the interim Taliban government in Afghanistan to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Munir Akram, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, informed the council that Islamabad possesses “clear evidence” demonstrating the Taliban regime’s backing of the TTP, which continues to conduct cross-border attacks from its sanctuaries within Afghanistan. “All weapons used in terrorist attacks inside Pakistan originate from Afghanistan. Despite repeatedly raising concerns with the Afghan Taliban, there has been no meaningful response or improvement in the situation,” stated Mr. Akram. The Pakistani envoy…
A resolution seeking the implementation of a federal-style parliamentary system within Punjab has been drafted and is scheduled for presentation in the Punjab Assembly today. The resolution calls for the establishment of a Senate-like upper house in Punjab, mirroring the federal structure. It has been prepared by PML-N’s Samiullah, PPP’s Ali Haider, and other assembly members. According to official statistics, Punjab boasts a population of 124 million, exceeding that of 171 countries globally. The resolution further emphasizes that only 11 countries worldwide possess populations greater than Punjab’s. The resolution underscores the necessity for representation from all societal sectors and experts…
The Foreign Office addressed media reports on Tuesday regarding the denial of entry to a senior Pakistani diplomat in the United States, stating that the matter is currently under investigation. Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan, in a statement, clarified that Ambassador KK Ahsan Wagan, who presently serves as Pakistan’s envoy to Turkmenistan, was visiting the United States in a personal capacity. “The Foreign Ministry is investigating the issue,” the spokesperson stated, without providing further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to diplomatic sources, Wagan was detained by US immigration officials upon his arrival at Los Angeles International…
Following the successful establishment of Danish Schools, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the creation of a Danish University. He clarified that the university will be an applied sciences institution designed to achieve international recognition. During his leadership of the Danish University Steering Committee meeting, the Prime Minister emphasized the plan to invite leading global scholars and experts to contribute to the institution. He further stated that the university will serve as a pivotal development in shaping the future of the younger generation, providing exceptional educational opportunities for talented students. The project’s estimated cost is £190 million, and the Prime…
The Hindu community in Pakistan and across the globe is set to celebrate the Holi festival on March 13th. The primary event in Pakistan, arranged by the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), will be held at the Krishna Mandir located on Ravi Road, Lahore. The temple has been adorned with a variety of colorful lights, and enhanced security measures have been implemented with the assistance of the local district administration and police forces. During the celebration, the Hindu community will participate in a cake-cutting ceremony and revel in the festive spirit of Holi at the Krishna Mandir. The festival is…
A measles outbreak is spreading across West Texas, and Dr. Ana Montanez is fighting an uphill battle to convince some parents that vitamin A, touted by vaccine critics as effective against the highly contagious virus, will not protect their children. The 53-year-old pediatrician in the city of Lubbock is working overtime to contact vaccine-hesitant parents, explaining the grave risks posed by a disease that most American families have never seen in their lifetime – and one that can be prevented through immunization. Increasingly, however, she also has to counter misleading information. One mother, she said, told her she was giving…
Gold prices in Pakistan’s local market experienced a drop on Saturday. The price of 24-karat gold per tola decreased by Rs1,000, settling at Rs306,000. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold fell by Rs858, reaching Rs262,345. Gold Prices (International Market): The international gold market also saw a decrease on Saturday, with prices falling by $11 to $2,910 per ounce, plus a $20 premium. Silver Prices (Local Market): The price of 24-karat silver per tola in the local market also decreased by Rs12, settling at Rs3,388. Brief Summary: Both gold and silver prices saw a decline in the Pakistani…
Nokia has made history by becoming the first company to deploy a 4G network on the moon, marking a monumental leap in space communications. This ground-breaking development will support NASA’s “Intuitive Machines” IM-2 mission, which aims to introduce the first mobile communication technology on the lunar surface, identical to that used on Earth. According to a report by Wccftech, this achievement is seen as a pivotal step in establishing a sustainable human presence on the moon. Since the Apollo moon landings, space communications have relied on point-to-point radio signal transmission. This method, which necessitates line-of-sight connectivity between the transmitter and…
