New Zealand delivered a commanding performance, securing a dominant eight-wicket victory in the final T20I of the five-match series against Pakistan at Sky Stadium on Wednesday. The home side comfortably chased down a modest target of 128, set by the visitors, with 60 balls to spare and the loss of just two wickets, thanks to a blazing opening stand between Tim Seifert and Finn Allen. The duo added a quickfire 93 runs until Allen was dismissed by Sufiyan Muqeem in the seventh over. He scored 27 off 12 deliveries, featuring five fours and a six. Muqeem caused a stir in…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
The World Cricketers Association (WCA) has issued a report calling for significant changes to protect international cricket from the growing dominance of lucrative domestic T20 leagues. The report, “Protecting History, Embracing Change,” warns that without reform, traditional formats like Tests and ODIs face collapse. The WCA proposes four mandatory 21-day international windows annually, ensuring top players are available for national duty. This would create a “Core International Cricket” framework, guaranteeing meaningful matches for all nations while accommodating franchise tournaments. A new divisional structure with promotion and relegation would maintain competitive balance. Financial reforms are also key, with the WCA suggesting…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa announced Eid-Al-Fitr and spring holidays on Wednesday. According to details, all schools and colleges in the province will remain closed for nine days. A notification has been issued regarding this. The province will observe holidays from March 29th to April 7th. Also Read: Extended Eid holidays announced in KP. Separately, all public schools in Punjab will remain closed for 10 days during the auspicious occasion of Eid-Al-Fitr. According to the details provided, the Punjab School Education Department (SED) has released a notification regarding the extended holiday period for educational institutions. Schools will remain closed from March 28th to…
The Sindh government decided on Wednesday to close all private schools for Shab-e-Qadr. According to a notification released, all educational institutions will remain closed on March 28th (Friday). Also Read: Extended Eid holidays announced in KP. Separately, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa announced Eid-Al-Fitr and spring holidays on Wednesday. According to details, all schools and colleges in the province will be closed for nine days. A notification has been issued regarding this. The province will observe holidays from March 29th to April 7th.
All public schools in Punjab will observe a 10-day closure during the blessed occasion of Eid-Al-Fitr. According to the details provided, the Punjab School Education Department (SED) has released a notification regarding the extended holiday period for educational institutions. Schools will remain closed from March 28th to April 6th. However, teachers are required to report to schools on April 4th to announce examination results. Also Read: School closure during Shab-e-Qadr. In parallel, all public and private colleges will be closed for a period of six days. Also Read: Extended Eid holidays declared in KP. Private and public colleges will remain…
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has disqualified 24 former members of the national and provincial assemblies due to their failure to submit their financial details for the fiscal year 2022-23. According to the details provided, the decision, which followed a comprehensive review of the cases, included 10 former members of the National Assembly and seven former members each from the Sindh and Balochistan assemblies. Among those disqualified were former National Assembly Members (MNAs) Khurram Dastgir Khan, Mohsin Shahnawaz Ranjha, and Mohammad Adil. The list also comprised former MNAs Rana Mohammad Ishaq Khan, Kamaluddin, and Ismatullah, all of whom were…
The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) has declared that a court ruling granting a first wife the right to dissolve her marriage if her husband remarries without permission is not in accordance with Islamic principles. During its 241st session, chaired by Dr. Raghib Hussain Naeemi, the council asserted that such a ruling contradicts Sharia law and is therefore invalid within Islamic jurisprudence. The CII also addressed several critical issues, including organ transplantation, the utilization of Zakat funds, and legal considerations surrounding transgender rights in Pakistan. Key Decisions from the Meeting Rejection of Court Ruling on Second Marriage: The council emphasized…
Member of the National Assembly Sher Afzal Marwat stated on Wednesday that Ali Amin Gandapur might be removed from his position as the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Expressing his views on the Samaa TV program “Nadeem Malik Live,” Marwat said, “Ali Amin Gandapur got his opportunity after I was removed from the party.” “Ali Amin Gandapur is not favored by Bushra Bibi and Aleema Khan. Even I was not in their good graces,” Marwat remarked. Marwat expressed, “It would have been more advantageous for the PTI to participate in the National Security Committee meeting.” “The decision to abstain from…
The Sindh Education Department has implemented a novel code of conduct for educators in public schools, providing guidance on suitable attire and professional behavior. According to the department’s official announcement, male teachers are advised against wearing T-shirts and jeans, while female teachers are encouraged to refrain from excessive makeup, jewelry, and high heels. However, the department clarified that no specific clothing has been “prohibited,” emphasizing that these guidelines are intended as recommendations, not strict mandates. Key Guidelines for Teachers Male teachers should avoid T-shirts and jeans within the classroom setting. Female teachers are advised to minimize the use of heavy…
The long-awaited reinstatement of flight operations by Pakistani airlines, including Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), to the United Kingdom (UK) has been postponed due to recent air safety incidents, according to sources. Insiders reveal that two significant aviation mishaps have considerably influenced the decision-making process regarding the removal of the ban on Pakistani carriers. Key Incidents Impacting Decision Incorrect Runway Landing: During a visit by a British aviation safety team to Pakistan in February, an aircraft landed on the wrong runway. PIA Flight Landing Without a Tire: Prior to the March 20 Air Safety Committee meeting, another incident occurred where a…
