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Former Pakistan captain and star cricketer Babar Azam has joined the Australian T20 competition, the Big Bash League (BBL), for the first time. According to details, BBL franchise Sydney Sixers have pre-signed Babar Azam ahead of the draft, announcing the news via their official social media accounts. According to the BBL, the Pakistani and global cricket superstar will make his debut appearance in the tournament during the upcoming 2024–25 season. Each BBL team is allowed to pre-sign one player before the draft. This year’s Big Bash League is scheduled to be held between December and January.

China has expressed deep concern over Israel’s recent military strikes on Iran, warning that the escalation threatens to destabilise the entire Middle East and urging all parties to exercise restraint. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Beijing is “closely monitoring” developments following what it termed a “serious act of aggression” by Israel against Iranian territory. “We are deeply concerned about the potential consequences of these attacks,” the spokesperson said, adding that “a show of aggression is not in the interest of any party involved.” The Chinese government reiterated its long-standing stance in favour of dialogue and diplomacy over military confrontation. “China…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday condemned what he described as an “unprovoked attack” by Israel on Iran, calling it a dangerous act that could further destabilise the already volatile Middle East. In a statement posted to X (formerly Twitter), the prime minister expressed deep concern over the loss of lives resulting from the Israeli airstrikes on Tehran and extended his sympathies to the Iranian people. “I condemn, in the strongest possible terms, today’s unprovoked attack on Iran by Israel,” the prime minister wrote. “I convey my deepest sympathies to the Iranian people on the loss of lives in this…

At least six prominent Iranian nuclear scientists were killed in Friday’s Israeli airstrikes on Tehran, as confirmed by initial Iranian reports, marking one of the deadliest targeted attacks on the country’s scientific and military leadership in recent history. Among those killed were Abdolhamid Minoochehr, Ahmad Reza Zolfaqari, Seyed Amir Hossein Feqhi, Matlabizadeh, Mohammad Mahdi Tehranchi, and Fereydoon Abbasi — all affiliated with Iran’s nuclear development program. Seyed Amir Hossein Feqhi was reportedly serving as deputy head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran and was also a faculty member at the Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran. Reports also confirmed that…

South Africa insist they are confident of chasing down a tough target to win the World Test Championship at Lord’s even if the contest against Australia has been dominated by the bowlers. Batter David Bedingham, who top scored with 45 for South Africa’s meagre first innings total of 138, said there was confidence in their camp that they could haul in whatever target Australia set. The defending champions already have a 218-run lead with two second innings wickets in hand and resume on Friday looking to add more to make South Africa’s task even harder. “I think it’s just an amazing…

The Pakistan China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) has welcomed the launch of the Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25 and Budget 2025-26, viewing them as clear signals of Pakistan’s dedication to economic stability, investment growth, and regional connectivity via CPEC. Highlighting a 4.6% inflation rate and 2.7% GDP growth, the chamber noted rising investor confidence and Chinese interest as CPEC enters a new phase focused on job creation and industrial development. PCJCCI emphasized its support for bilateral trade and praised infrastructure milestones like the Multan-Sukkur motorway and Gwadar Airport. Leaders also highlighted Gwadar’s rise as a strategic hub, attracting…

ISLAMABAD : The Senate and National Assembly on Friday unanimously passed a resolution condemning Israel’s military attack on Iran, declaring it a violation of international laws and UN conventions. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar tabled the resolution, stating that Israel’s actions amount to a war crime and have endangered peace in the region. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari strongly condemned the Israeli aggression, calling the attack a blatant breach of Iran’s sovereignty and regional integrity. He said the military strikes violated the UN Charter and the core principles of international law. Expressing deep sympathy with the Iranian…

RAWALPINDI : PTI leader Aliya Hamza alleged that the 26th Constitutional Amendment sent the entire judiciary on leave. Speaking to the media outside an anti-terrorism court, where she appeared for a hearing, she criticized the judicial process and the government’s handling of national affairs. Hamza, who is also the PTI organizer for Punjab, said that each time her party stages a protest, they face legal cases. “One day we are in Rawalpindi courts, the next day in Sargodha,” she remarked. She mocked the government’s position, saying, “If these rulers had public support, they wouldn’t be walking a tightrope,” she said,…

Stars Bilal Abbas Khan and Durefishan Saleem are once again at the centre of swirling wedding rumours — and this time, the speculation is stronger than ever. Buzz on Instagram suggests that the duo might tie the knot on June 13, though no official confirmation has come from either actor. This isn’t the first time the Ishq Murshid co-stars have sparked marriage rumours. Last year, social media was rife with speculation that the two had already married in a private ceremony. However, those reports eventually faded without any confirmation. Now, the rumour mill is spinning again. Fans have long speculated…

SAN FRANCISCO : Scale AI announced a major new investment by Meta late Thursday that values the startup at more than $29 billion and puts its founder to work for the tech titan. Scale AI founder Alexandr Wang will take to working on artificial intelligence at Meta as a result of the Silicon Valley tech giant making a big investment in the startup Company founder and chief executive Alexandr Wang will join Meta to help with the tech giant’s own artificial intelligence efforts as part of the deal, according to the startup. Meta was reportedly pouring more than $10 billion…