Mukuhlani named ICC deputy chair
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday named Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani as its new Deputy Chairperson, making him the first Zimbabwean to hold the post. Mukuhlani will serve in the role until November 2027, taking over from Imran Khwaja, who is stepping down from the position.The appointment places Mukuhlani at the heart of […]
Iranian foreign minister says decisions made during China visit will shape strategic balances
Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi (L) and Foreign Minister of China Wang Yi. Photos: File Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday that decisions made during his visit to China would shape future strategic balances in the region. “Today’s decisions will decide future strategic balance in the region, with immeasurable knock-on effects,” Araghchi […]
Pakistan down Thailand to reach Asian Games semis
Fatima Sana’s charges recover from late collapse in a rain-curtailed game to chase 92 with two balls spare Pakistan women held their nerve to beat Thailand women by three wickets in a tense second quarter-final at the Asian Games in Nisshin on Thursday. Pakistan chased the 92-run target with two balls remaining after losing seven […]
Tuchel haunted by World Cup heartbreak
England manager Thomas Tuchel revealed that he is still haunted by the pain of their failed bid to reach a first World Cup final since 1966. Photo: AFP LONDON: Thomas Tuchel said that England were “waiting for death” in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina as the Three Lions boss mounted another defence of […]
Brook keen to learn from Pietersen after stunning ton
The England captain smashes 114 off 49 balls after watching Pietersen’s Ashes highlights England captain Harry Brook hits out during his unbeaten 114 in the first T20 against Sri Lanka at Southampton. Photo: AFP LONDON: England white-ball captain Harry Brook hopes “hero” Kevin Pietersen can inspire him to even greater heights after watching highlights of […]
UN chief to visit Pakistan ‘soon’, underlines Islamabad’s vital role in US-Iran peace mediation
Urges all parties involved to rely on diplomacy to prevent further catastrophic escalation in the region UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday announced that he would visit Pakistan “soon,” highlighting the country’s pivotal role as one of the two key mediators working to resolve the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Speaking during his final press conference ahead […]
Trump to hold Iran talks with Gulf leaders next week in New York: Axios
Meeting expected to focus on postwar strategy as US president’s administration works on day-after plan US President Donald Trump speaks to the media before boarding Air Force One for a trip to the Republican National Midterm Convention, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US September 9, 2026. Photo: Reuters US President Donald Trump is expected to […]
E-bus delays, crowding trouble commuters
RAWALPINDI: The electric bus (e-bus) service operating between Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) and Media Town, which was launched to provide citizens with a modern, comfortable and dignified mode of public transport, is currently causing difficulties for commuters rather than providing the intended convenience. Following the discontinuation of the No 136 bus service on […]