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West Indies batter Shai Hope is in line to play his first test in almost four years after being recalled to the squad for their home series against Australia, but veteran pacer Kemah Roach has been dropped. The three-test series, which begins in Barbados on June 25, marks the start of the team’s new World Test Championship cycle. Kevlon Anderson earned a first test call-up while Brandon King was also included in the squad to strengthen their batting order against World Test Champions Australia’s formidable pace attack. “Brandon King’s inclusion fits a role we have identified that needs special focus…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : In a major development for Pakistan’s higher education sector, Arizona State University (ASU), ranked among the top institutions in the United States, has partnered exclusively with the newly established National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Lahore. This milestone collaboration, formalized through the ASU-Cintana Alliance, marks ASU’s first official presence in Pakistan and a new era of globally integrated education. Scheduled to commence academic operations in October 2025, NIT has been granted its federal charter by the Government of Pakistan on January 25, 2025. With this, NIT becomes the country’s first institution to offer dual degree programs…

Faisalabad (DI NEWS): A group of Christian students participated in an impactful and insightful session held yesterday with Mr. Jan Gerald Krausser, First Secretary at the Embassy of Germany, and Ms. Mher, in a collaborative event organized at David Villa, Faisalabad, in partnership with the Peter John Foundation. The session aimed to foster mutual understanding, cultural dialogue, and to shed light on the educational and social challenges faced by underprivileged communities in Pakistan. Mr. Krausser and Ms. Mher engaged openly with the students, discussing Germany’s commitment to supporting education and community development in Pakistan, particularly for marginalized groups. The Peter…

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic surge on Wednesday, as investors gave a resounding vote of confidence to the newly announced federal budget for FY2025-26. The benchmark KSE-100 Index climbed over 1,600 points during early trading, crossing the 123,000 mark for the first time in history. By 9:40am, the index was recorded at 123,463.86 — a rise of 1,439.42 points or 1.18% — as across-the-board buying lifted sentiment on the first trading day after the budget presentation. The index opened at 123,415.60 with a gain of 1,391.16 points and recorded an intraday high of 123,723.20. The lowest level…

Meghan Markle’s credibility as a lifestyle entrepreneur has come under renewed scrutiny after royal commentators criticised a video she released to mark her daughter Princess Lilibet’s fourth birthday, calling it a “weird” move that may further damage her evolving business image. The Duchess of Sussex, who launched her lifestyle brand As Ever earlier this year, reportedly shared a video showing herself dancing in a hospital room while heavily pregnant, accompanied by Prince Harry, just hours before Lilibet’s birth in 2021. The clip was released on social media on the occasion of Lilibet’s birthday and has stirred mixed reactions. Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams…

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Wednesday issued an alert for extremely hot and dry weather conditions across most parts of the country, warning citizens to take precautionary measures as mercury continues to rise. According to the advisory, daytime temperatures are expected to soar between 45 to 50°C in several districts, particularly between 11am and 4pm — the hottest hours of the day. The extreme heat is likely to persist over the coming days, with no significant rainfall expected in major cities. Islamabad and surrounding areas will remain under the grip of intense heat and dryness, while much of Punjab,…

When the summer sun blazes overhead and the air feels like it’s straight from an oven, one refreshing remedy can make all the difference — mint drinks. Whether it’s a classic mint lemonade, a chilled mojito (non-alcoholic too!), or a traditional South Asian pudina sharbat, this humble green herb does more than just cool your taste buds. In fact, mint has long been used in various cultures for its cooling, digestive, and medicinal properties, making it a perfect ingredient for your summer drinks. Let’s explore why mint drinks deserve a spot in your daily summer routine. 1. Natural Body Cooler…

The federal government has allocated Rs8,205 billion for distribution among the provinces under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award for the new fiscal year, with Punjab and Sindh emerging as the biggest beneficiaries, budget documents revealed. According to official figures, Punjab is set to receive Rs4,760 billion from the divisible pool, maintaining its position as the largest recipient due to its population share. Sindh will be allocated Rs2,430 billion under the NFC Award. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been earmarked Rs1,342 billion, which includes an additional one percent share for its role in the war on terror. Meanwhile, Balochistan is expected to…

England suffered their first defeat in 22 meetings against Senegal as the West African side extended their unbeaten streak to 24 matches with a commanding 3-1 win in a friendly at the City Ground on Tuesday. Despite an early goal from captain Harry Kane, England — fielding a heavily rotated side — were second-best for much of the game. Goals from Ismaila Sarr, Habib Diarra and Cheikh Sabaly ensured a memorable win for Aliou Cissé’s side and handed Thomas Tuchel his first defeat since taking charge of the Three Lions. The result brought England’s four-game unbeaten run under Tuchel to…

A day after Apple showcased its next-generation operating systems at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Google has launched Android 16 for its Pixel smartphones, accompanied by a host of new features, including artificial intelligence-powered tools and usability enhancements. The Android 16 rollout, which commenced on Tuesday, is being delivered to eligible Pixel phones as part of a wider June software update, also known as the company’s “Pixel Drop”. The latest version brings real-time lock screen notifications, enhanced privacy controls, and a more expressive design language. In a separate development, Google also announced improvements to its suite of apps and…