Sindh cancels Eid holidays for transport department: Here’s why
Listen to article In an effort to curb fare overcharging during Eidul Fitr, the Sindh government has cancelled the holidays of all officers and staff of the transport department, ensuring they remain on duty throughout the festive period. Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced the decision on Saturday, stating that transport officials will monitor fares as part […]
Under threat from Trump, Canada set to hold snap elections – World
Canada’s new prime minister Mark Carney is expected to announce snap elections on Sunday, seeking a stronger mandate as his country fights off a trade war and annexation threats from Donald Trump’s United States. The former central banker was chosen by the centrist Liberal Party to replace Justin Trudeau as prime minister, but he has […]
Pakistan records 10th lowest total in T20I history
Listen to article Pakistan suffered a humiliating defeat in the fourth T20I against New Zealand, getting bowled out for just 105 runs in 16.2 overs—one of their lowest-ever totals in T20I history. Batting first at Mount Maunganui, New Zealand posted a formidable total of 220-6 in 20 overs. Tim Seifert led with 44 runs, while captain Michael […]
Pakistan win toss, bowl in fourth New Zealand T20 – Sport
Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl in the fourth Twenty20 against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui on Sunday as they bid to square the five-match series. Captain Salman Agha’s decision was no surprise, given that the chasing team has comfortably won each of the first three games of the series. New Zealand made […]
Armed forces ready to make any sacrifice for Pakistan’s freedom, President Zardari says on Pakistan Day – Pakistan
The Pakistan Day military parade ceremony was held at Aiwan-e-Sadar in Islamabad on Sunday and attended by President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, services chiefs and other dignitaries. This day commemorates the Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940, and the adoption of the first Constitution of Pakistan on March 23, 1956. The […]
Pakistan Day military parade ceremony held in Islamabad – Pakistan
The Pakistan Day Military parade ceremony was held at Aiwan-e-Sadar in Islamabad on Sunday and attended by President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, services chiefs and other dignitaries. This day commemorates the Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940, and the adoption of the first Constitution of Pakistan on March 23, 1956. The […]
Teenage girl dies after ‘quack’ administers IV drip in Karachi’s Malir – Pakistan
KARACHI: A teenage girl died during treatment by an alleged quack in the Malir area, police said on Saturday. Malir City SHO Farasat Shah said that the 15-year-old girl, identified as Nusrat Wahid, complained of pain due to fasting, and her family took her to a local clinic in Chaman Colony, Lasi Goth for treatment. […]
Comprehensive relief package on electricity costs to be announced soon: PM
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that a comprehensive package will soon be introduced to reduce electricity costs for the public. Chairing a meeting on the Power Division in Islamabad on Sunday, PM Shehbaz Sharif emphasised that ongoing reforms in the power sector would enable the government to provide relief on electricity prices. He […]
RR win toss, opt to bowl first against SRH
Rajasthan Royals won the toss and opted to bowl first. This marks Riyan Parag’s first toss win as RR captain. The Royals have named Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Shimron Hetmyer, and Fazalhaq Farooqi as their overseas players. Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, will be aiming to post a strong total. Aniket Verma makes his […]
Bodies of couple handed over to India by AJK authorities – Pakistan
MUZAFFARABAD: Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) authorities handed over the bodies of a young man and woman to their counterparts from India-held Jammu and Kashmir at Kaman Bridge in the Chakothi-Uri sector on Saturday. The deceased — 23-year-old Yasir Hussain and 20-year-old Asia Bano — had reportedly jumped into the Jhelum River on March 5 […]