PCB set to unveil new central contracts with major changes
Listen to article The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to unveil its new central contracts, with significant changes expected across player categories. According to media reports, fast bowler Naseem Shah is poised for a promotion to a Category A contract, reflecting his rising status and performance. Conversely, Shadab Khan, who has been struggling to maintain form, […]
Justices Sardar Tariq Masood, Mazhar Alam Miankhel sworn in as ad hoc judges of Supreme Court
ISLAMABAD: Justice Sardar Tariq Masood and Justice Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel have officially taken oaths as ad hoc judges of the Supreme Coourt of Pakistan. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the apex court premeiss in the federal capital Islamabad, was presided over by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, who administered the oath. Yesterday, The Ministry […]
Bushra Ansari advises against buying flags on Independence Day
With only a few days left until Pakistan’s 77th Independence Day, veteran actress Bushra Ansari has issued an important message to her fans. On August 1, stalls selling flags, badges, and other items for the Independence Day celebrations will pop up across the country. As Pakistanis began their preparations for the festivities, Bushra Ansari took […]
Pakistani woman crosses border to marry Indian lover
Following Seema Haider’s high-profile cross-border love story, another Pakistani woman has travelled to India to marry her lover, according to Indian media reports. The Indian Express reported that a 25-year-old Pakistani woman named Mehvish crossed the border into India, arriving in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district to be with her lover, Rehman, whom she met on Facebook. […]
More rain predicted for Punjab
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has reported that all rivers and streams in Punjab are experiencing normal water flow amidst the ongoing monsoon rains. According to the PDMA spokesperson, the water flow in dams and barrages is also stable. The current water level in Mangla Dam is at 58%, while Tarbela Dam is at […]
‘PTI must show seriousness for dialogue’
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Petroleum Musadik Malik on Sunday said that PTI must demonstrate a genuine willingness to engage in a dialogue before the government considers further talks. Speaking to a private news channel, the minister stressed that PTI needs to adopt democratic norms if they are serious about political dialogue. He noted that while the […]
LHC bars FIA from probing FBR officials
LAHORE: Lahore High Court (LHC) has barred Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) from probing Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officials in tax refund case. Besides, the court has also directed the investigating agency to submit a written reply on August 13. FBR officials are facing the charge of taking bribe in tax refund case. The FBR […]
Convicted rapist booed at first Olympics beach volleyball
PARIS: Fans booed a Dutch beach volleyball player convicted of raping an underaged girl as he played his first match at the Paris Olympics, where his controversial selection has put the sport in the spotlight. Steven Van der Velde, now aged 29, was convicted in 2016 of raping an underage girl and sentenced to four […]
Scandal-hit Canada keep Olympic football hopes alive with last-gasp win
MARSEILLE: Scandal-hit Canada kept alive their hopes of reaching the Olympic women’s football quarter-finals with a last-gasp 2-1 win over France on Sunday as the United States joined Spain in the last eight. Reigning champions Canada came into the match against the hosts with their hopes hanging by a thread after they were docked six […]
Canada football coach apologises over Olympic spying scandal
FRANCE: Canada’s disgraced women’s football coach Bev Priestman on Sunday apologised for the spying scandal which has rocked their Paris Olympics campaign and promised to cooperate with an investigation. Priestman said she was “absolutely heartbroken” for her players, in a letter issued by her lawyers and published by Canadian media. It was released just before […]