In the Champions One-Day Cup Qualifier match, Saim Ayub handed his Man of the Match award to fast bowler Mohammad Hasnain in a heartwarming gesture. In the first qualifier held in Faisalabad yesterday, the Panthers defeated the Markhors by seven wickets to secure their spot in the Champions One-Day Cup final. Saim Ayub’s brilliant bowling performance saw him take 5 wickets, dismantling the Markhors’ batting lineup, while Mohammad Hasnain claimed 3 wickets. Markhors won the toss and opted to bat first, a decision that backfired as they lost their first four wickets for just 25 runs. The team was bowled…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Milan: Traces of cocaine have been discovered in the remains of two individuals who died 400 years ago in Italy, suggesting that the substance may have been used medicinally in Europe much earlier than previously thought. Researchers from the University of Milan found residues of the drug in two skeletons from the 17th century discovered near Milan. The study revealed that the brains of these individuals contained three key molecules—cocaine, hygrine, and benzoylecgonine—which were likely consumed as a form of medicine before their deaths. Researcher Gaia Giordano explained that the drug may have been used by traditional healers (who were…
A new study has found that inhaling fine particulate air pollution could increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Fine particles released from vehicles and burning wood have been linked to inflammation in the body, which can potentially trigger the disease. Parkinson’s is one of the fastest-growing neurological disorders worldwide, currently affecting 2% of people over the age of 70. Experts predict that the number of cases could triple in the next two decades. It is also believed that 20% of patients start showing symptoms before the age of 50. According to neurologist Dr. Anh-Thu Vu, Parkinson’s disease was traditionally…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to increase wheat storage capacity in light of the dissolution of the Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (PASCO). According to Dawn News, a meeting of the Food Department was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sardar Ali Amin Gandapur, attended by Provincial Food Minister Zahir Shah Turo and senior officials from the Food Department. The meeting discussed the strategy in the context of PASCO’s dissolution and addressed the payment of outstanding dues to PASCO related to wheat procurement. Key decisions included prioritizing the payment of dues to local farmers for wheat purchases,…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in New York for a five-day visit, during which he will participate in the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Government of Pakistan shared images of the Prime Minister’s arrival on their official X account, where he was warmly welcomed by Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UN, Munir Akram. According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister will have a busy day in New York, including attending a reception hosted by UN Secretary-General António Guterres in honor of heads of member states. He will also engage in informal meetings with various world leaders.…
In a recent meeting of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Privatization, it was announced that the bidding process for the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will take place on October 1, with final approval from the federal cabinet. The meeting, chaired by Farooq Sattar, focused on the matters concerning the privatization of PIA. The Secretary of the Privatization Commission provided a briefing, stating that the privatization process for PIA, which began in November 2023, is now complete, and investors are in the final stages of preparation for the bidding. He mentioned that the successful bidder would need to…
Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto, emphasized the need to establish a constitutional court to ensure that no future Prime Minister faces execution and that the citizens of the country receive justice. Speaking at the Sindh High Court Bar in Karachi, he highlighted the historical connection of his family with the Sindh High Court, stating, “We know each other inside and out for three generations.” Bilawal pointed out that he belongs to a family and party that has provided the country with its constitution. He reflected on Pakistan’s history of military rule, mentioning how the 1973 Constitution was…
Army Chief General Asim Munir stated that the Pakistan Army will continue to thwart the nefarious designs of enemy forces and their facilitators, while also providing ongoing support and technical assistance to law enforcement agencies, particularly the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), General Asim Munir visited Wana in South Waziristan, where he received a comprehensive briefing on the current security situation, ongoing counter-terrorism operations, and developmental projects. During his discussions with officers and soldiers, the Army Chief praised the high level of readiness and extraordinary morale in facing threats from enemies of the state. He…
Islamabad: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved an internal restructuring plan for Nishat Choonian Limited, Nishat Choonian Power Limited, Nishat Mills Limited, and the CEO of Nishat Choonian Limited, Shahzad Saleem. According to the CCP, this restructuring was carried out under a scheme of arrangement aimed at improving the corporate structure of the Nishat Choonian Group. The CCP’s assessment indicates that Nishat Choonian Limited is a public listed company engaged in textile-related activities, including spinning, weaving, dyeing, fabric processing, and electricity generation. Nishat Choonian Power Limited is a public listed company specializing in the construction, ownership, and operation…
Karachi: The price of gold in both global and local markets has once again soared to a historic high. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce increased by $11, reaching a new peak of $2,628. Similarly, local gold markets have also witnessed record prices. On Tuesday, the price of 24-carat gold per tola rose by 1,100 rupees, reaching an unprecedented level of 273,000 rupees. In local jewelry markets, the price for 10 grams of gold also climbed, increasing by 943 rupees to settle at a new high of 234,053 rupees. In contrast to the continuous rise…
