Karachi: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has stated that the Sindh government is giving its full attention to the issues faced by Karachi and is making every possible effort to provide relief to the public. He mentioned that the repair work on the city’s roads commenced only after the recent rains, and the Sindh government has already allocated 1.5 billion rupees to the Karachi Municipal Corporation for road repairs. Chief Minister Shah highlighted that 200 billion rupees are being invested in various projects across Karachi, with significant progress being made on essential transport initiatives. He noted that the completion…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Iran has issued a warning that no further extensions are possible for the Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline project. In an interview with anchorperson Nader Gramani on Dawn News’ program “Doosra Rukh,” the Iranian ambassador stated that Iran has completed its work on the gas pipeline and that the oil company wishes to resolve issues through dialogue with Pakistan. The ambassador also expressed concerns about the involvement of other forces in the terrorism originating from Afghanistan, stating that terrorism is a prevalent issue in the region. He noted that several terrorist groups and their remnants exist in Afghanistan, prompting Iran to install…
Islamabad: With the assistance of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Pakistan’s current account balance has shown notable improvement. According to the State Bank, in August 2024, the current account balance turned positive with an increase of $75 million after being in the negative for three consecutive months. Exports in the IT sector rose by 27%, reaching $298 million, contributing to an increase in the IT sector’s share of total exports to 48%. Furthermore, foreign direct investment saw a substantial boost at the beginning of the current fiscal year, receiving $350 million—a 64% increase compared to $225 million during the…
Islamabad: Analyst Shahbaz Rana has expressed concerns over the government’s handling of electricity payments, stating that while the government is burdening the public with exorbitant electricity bills, it is simultaneously pressuring industrialists to terminate electricity agreements. He highlighted that controversial payments are being made to politicians, revealing that the government distributed 20 billion rupees among power plants owned by influential political figures in August. In a discussion on Express News’ program “The Review,” Rana noted that all payments were made under the guise of fuel costs, with the pricing based on imported coal. He lamented that many power plants are…
Karachi: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has earned a significant honor by winning Pakistan’s first National Tourism Award. According to a spokesperson for PIA, the award was presented to PIA’s CEO, Air Vice Marshal Aamir Hayat, during a ceremony held to mark World Tourism Day. The award recognizes PIA’s role in promoting national tourism, as it is the only domestic airline that connects various regions of the country both domestically and internationally. PIA has also launched a campaign to introduce Pakistan’s stunning northern areas to the world. Receiving this award is not only a matter of pride for PIA but also…
Islamabad: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that the program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been finalized, stating that the current program will be the last. He emphasized the need for the economy to be documented to qualify for Group 20 membership. In a press conference held in Islamabad, the finance minister remarked that increasing tax revenues is essential, and that microeconomic stability is not an end goal but a pathway. He also rejected the offering of Treasury bills and bonds for local borrowing. Aurangzeb asserted that the Pakistani economy is progressing in the right direction and…
Tom Moffat, CEO of the World Cricketers’ Association, has stated that there have been no discussions regarding the formation of a players’ association in Pakistan. He emphasized that this decision should be made collaboratively by the players and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), and they aim to support players in every possible way. Recent reports indicate that Pakistani cricketers have expressed dissatisfaction with the PCB regarding the issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for leagues. There is a noticeable lack of a representative organization for players in the country, as past efforts to establish one have failed. The World Cricketers’…
Indian cricket board (BCCI) Secretary and newly elected ICC President Jay Shah has announced that players participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will earn an impressive ₹7.5 lakh (over PKR 2.487 million) per match. In a statement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Shah shared this exciting news with players, revealing that the match fees for IPL 2025 players will range from ₹7.5 lakh to ₹1.5 crore (more than PKR 48.79 million). Additionally, franchises will allocate ₹12.60 crore as match fees for the season. Currently, players receive a portion of the Player of the Match award based…
Pakistan’s top squash player, Asim Khan, has made history by winning the title at the 2024 Charlottesville Open Squash Championship held in the United States. In a thrilling final in Virginia, Asim Khan faced England’s top seed, Nick Wall, in a challenging match that lasted 65 minutes. Despite losing the first game 12-14, Asim staged a remarkable comeback, winning the next three games with scores of 12-10, 11-5, and 11-6, ultimately securing the championship title. This victory marks Asim Khan’s first World Tour title in his career, making it a significant milestone for the young athlete. The Charlottesville Open Championship…
In a tragic turn of events, another Indian cricketer has met with a car accident, following the unfortunate incident involving wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. According to media reports, all-rounder Musheer Khan was involved in a road accident near Lucknow’s outskirts. The 19-year-old cricketer was en route to Lucknow from his hometown, Azamgarh, to participate in the upcoming Irani Cup, which begins on October 1st. Musheer suffered multiple injuries, including to his neck, but is reportedly in stable condition and out of danger. Musheer’s father, Naushad Khan, who was accompanying him in the car, only sustained minor injuries. Reports suggest that the…
