According to court documents, a federal judge in New York has blocked any efforts by President Donald Trump’s administration to deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist at Columbia University who was arrested Saturday night, until a conference Wednesday. It’s unclear whether he will appear in court on Wednesday. “To preserve the Court’s jurisdiction pending a ruling on the petition, Petitioner shall not be removed from the United States unless and until the Court orders otherwise,” the Monday filing said. Khalil, who helped lead Columbia’s student protest movement demanding a ceasefire in Gaza, was arrested Saturday night by federal immigration authorities…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
An Air India flight from Chicago to New Delhi last Wednesday was forced to return several hours into its journey after multiple bathrooms on the plane were clogged with rags, clothes and plastic bags, according to the airline. The flight, Air India AI126, was five hours into its journey, when it was forced to turn around, according to flight tracking website FlightAware. Crew were first notified that some of the toilets were out of order an hour and 45 minutes into the flight. They later on determined that eight of 12 lavatories were “unserviceable,” “causing discomfort to all on board,”…
Veteran Pakistani cricketer Wahab Riaz has withdrawn from the upcoming National T20 Cup, citing personal reasons and commitments to the Champions Cup, sources have revealed. Wahab was initially set to represent Lahore Whites in the tournament but has decided to step away amid mounting criticism over his selection. His withdrawal follows backlash from certain quarters regarding his inclusion in the National T20 Cup squad. The experienced left-arm pacer, who has had an illustrious career with Pakistan, is currently engaged in various roles within cricket administration and franchise leagues.
Michael Bracewell has been appointed captain of the Blackcaps for their upcoming five-match T20I series against Pakistan, marking his first time leading the team on home soil. Head coach Gary Stead expressed confidence in Bracewell’s leadership, calling him a “natural leader” in strong form ahead of the series. The squad will assemble in Christchurch on Friday, March 14th, ahead of the series opener at Hagley Oval. Each T20I will be part of a double-header, featuring the WHITE FERNS taking on Sri Lanka and Australia on the same day at the same venue. The matches will be broadcast live on TVNZ…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has lodged a formal protest with the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the exclusion of its representative during the post-match ceremony of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai. Despite Pakistan being the official host of the tournament, no PCB official was present on stage during the prize distribution, a move the board has deemed a “blatant disregard” for its hosting rights. PCB Chief Operating Officer Sumair Ahmad Syed, who also served as Tournament Director, was present at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium during the final between India and New Zealand on March 9.…
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.
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…
