From darkness to light: The promise of decentralised community-driven energy in northern Pakistan – Pakistan
Harnessing the power of small-scale hydropower, community-driven energy projects in northern Pakistan are transforming lives — yet governance gaps, climate threats, and systemic inequalities challenge their long-term success. For nearly 12 million people in Pakistan, access to electricity remains a distant dream. The country faces severe challenges — its national grid struggles to reach remote […]
Hasan Nawaz credits Agha, Shadab after record-breaking 100 against New Zealand
Hasan Nawaz credited Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and senior all-rounder Shadab Khan for their support after his record-breaking century led Pakistan to a nine-wicket win over New Zealand at Eden Park on Friday. The 22-year-old opener, making his international debut series, endured a difficult start to his T20I career. He was dismissed for a […]
Leon Edwards, Sean Brady headline UFC card this weekend in London
The UFC fight card this weekend returns to London as former welterweight champion Leon Edwards faces Sean Brady in the UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady main event at the O2 Arena. Edwards (22-4, 1 NC) looks to rebound after losing his title to Belal Muhammad last July—his first defeat in a decade. A win […]
CM Murad cracks whip on municipalities digging up Karachi roads – Pakistan
KARACHI: Perturbed by the constant digging up of newly constructed roads by utility agencies and other bodies in the city, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Thursday stripped the town municipal corporations of their powers to grant road-cutting permissions within their respective jurisdiction. In a bid to centralise the process, the CM decided that […]
Pakistan shatter T20I powerplay record thanks to Mohamad Haris, Hasan Nawaz
Pakistan stormed to their highest-ever powerplay total in T20I history, amassing 75-1 in the first six overs against New Zealand in the third T20I on Friday. The aggressive start was spearheaded by Mohammad Haris, who smashed 41 off just 20 balls, dispatching boundaries with ease before falling to Jacob Duffy. Hasan Nawaz carried the momentum […]
Soldier martyred in Dera, militants ‘occupy’ abandoned Bannu post – Pakistan
PESHAWAR: A soldier was martyred and 10 terrorists killed during an operation in Kulachi tehsil of Dera Ismail Khan district on Thursday, sources told Dawn. Although there was no official word from the military, sources said an intelligence-based operation was conducted by security forces on the reported presence of militants in the Kiri Malang area. […]
Anti-Israeli premier protesters clash with Jerusalem police – World
JERUSALEM: Israeli police deployed a water cannon and made several arrests on Thursday as protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s move to oust the head of the domestic intelligence service flared for a third consecutive day. Thousands of Israelis have joined anti-Netanyahu demonstrations with opponents of the move to sack Shin Bet head Ronen […]
Travel ban poses economic, security risks, US lawmakers warn Trump – World
WASHINGTON: More than 30 US lawmakers have urged President Donald Trump to abandon his proposed reinstatement of a controversial travel ban, arguing that it would harm the American economy, damage diplomatic ties, and fail to enhance national security. Thursday was also the deadline set by the Trump administration to finalise any travel restrictions. While the […]
Sialkot, Multan seal National T20 Cup quarter-final spots
Sialkot and Multan from Group D secured their places in the quarter-finals of the National T20 Cup with commanding victories in their final group-stage matches at Iqbal Stadium on Thursday. Led by Shoaib Malik, Sialkot finished atop Group D with six points from three matches, while Multan followed with four points from as many games. […]
Hasan Nawaz breaks Babar Azam’s record with fastest T20I century for Pakistan
Listen to article Opening batter Hasan Nawaz scored the fastest T20I century for Pakistan during the third match against New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland on Friday. Chasing a target of 205, Nawaz reached his maiden T20I century in just 44 balls, breaking the previous record of 49 balls held by Babar Azam, set against South […]
