Pakistan’s red-ball head coach, Jason Gillespie, has hinted at significant changes to the squad ahead of the upcoming series against England. Defending his squad after the historic loss to Bangladesh, Gillespie said, “One bad series doesn’t define a player’s abilities, but if performances don’t improve, there could be major changes to the lineup.” He emphasized that he doesn’t want to rush decisions about any player’s future, adding, “No player loses their talent overnight, but there are some things we simply cannot explain.” Gillespie, the former Australian legend, also revealed that he has been in discussions with Gary Kirsten regarding player…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Paris: France’s Defense Innovation Agency (AID) and a local company, Kineis Labs, have announced the successful first trial of laser communication between a nanosatellite in low Earth orbit and a commercial ground station. This initiative, which began with the launch of the KERONOS satellite in late 2023, aims to overcome disruptions caused by atmospheric turbulence, ensuring high-quality communications. One of the key benefits of this technology is the rapid transmission of data, enabling satellites to send large volumes of information to other satellites and ground stations. According to NASA, optical communication technologies like lasers can transfer 100 times more data…
Manchester: Scientists have raised concerns that fungal infections are rapidly evolving, with an increasing resistance to antifungal treatments. This growing resistance could potentially lead to a “silent pandemic” in the future. Molecular biologist Norman Van Regen, from the University of Manchester, has warned that this pressing issue is being overlooked in the context of global health. According to Norman, the rise in fungal pathogens and their resistance to antifungal drugs requires urgent attention. If this trend continues, certain infections could become even more deadly. An international team of researchers working with Van Regen has urged governments, research institutions, and pharmaceutical…
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz emphasized the importance of good politics for the country’s advancement during a recent event in Faisalabad. She stated, “If we do not engage in good politics, the country will not progress.” In her speech, she reflected on the past, saying, “Politics has been tarnished in the past, and if we do not commit to better practices, we won’t be able to advance. There has been no effort for the youth in the past.” Maryam mentioned a recent conversation where a diplomat questioned Nawaz Sharif about political instability. She recalled, “Nawaz Sharif responded by stating that…
Former Prime Minister and founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, has urged for the immediate announcement of the next Chief Justice of Pakistan, expressing full support for Justice Mansoor Ali Shah. He criticized the government for allegedly seeking to dismantle the entire judiciary. Speaking to journalists from Adiala Jail, Khan remarked, “Everyone knows what is happening in the Supreme Court; it’s clear that these actions are aimed at extending the ‘Gang of Three.’ They have already plunged the country into chaos, and now they are attempting to destroy the Supreme Court as well.” He alleged that the expansion…
A new petition has been filed in the Supreme Court against the Practice and Procedure Amendment Ordinance, led by senior politician Afrasiab Khattak. The petition asserts that the ordinance was issued without fulfilling constitutional requirements and violates Article 89 of the Constitution. The petition states that Article 173(3) of the Constitution separates the judiciary from the executive, and Section 2 of the amendment ordinance represents a crude attempt to interfere in the internal affairs of the judiciary. According to the petitioner, this section contradicts Article 173(3), and any attack on judicial independence infringes upon the fundamental rights of citizens enshrined…
Adila Baloch, a female suicide bomber arrested in the Turbat region of Balochistan, revealed that she had been brainwashed and misled into her actions. In a press conference in Quetta, alongside her parents, Adila shared that she completed her early education in Turbat and later pursued a nursing course in Quetta. She expressed regret for not realizing the consequences of her actions, stating, “I never thought that after these suicide attacks, my life could be lost and that so many people would lose theirs because of me.” Adila recounted her experience of being led to the mountains, where she was…
Turkmenistan has secured access to Gwadar Port through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) with the collaboration of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). Under the CPEC framework, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) is expected to be signed between Pakistan and Turkmenistan to enhance economic and trade ties. Following this agreement, Turkmenistan will become the first Central Asian country to gain access to Gwadar Port under the CPEC agreement. The objective of this agreement is to establish regional and international cooperation for the movement of goods and containers by utilizing the potential capacities of both countries’ ports. Pakistan and Turkmenistan are…
The government has decided to eliminate non-filers from the tax laws and impose restrictions on 15 types of their activities. To increase revenue from existing filers and non-compliant citizens, the government has garnered support from major industrialists. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) revealed, based on income tax return data, that 94% of taxpayers from Pakistan’s middle-income group comply with tax regulations, while compliance among the wealthiest 1% of Pakistanis is only 29%. The government believes there is a need to tighten the noose around tax return filers further. Representatives from major industrialists, the corporate sector, and fast-moving consumer goods…
