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DUBAI :The ICC is considering a change to the existing two-ball playing conditions in ODIs in a bid to restore some balance between bat and ball in the format. A recommendation was made at the ICC meetings in Harare this week to use only one ball from the 35th over of an innings. The recommendation was made by the ICC men’s cricket committee, headed by Sourav Ganguly, to board chief executives. Each innings will start with two new balls, as is the case now. But in the recommendation, the fielding side will be allowed to select which ball they wish…

Bishkek: Kazakhstan’s Minister of Transport, Marat Karabayev, highlighted Kazakhstan’s strategic infrastructure initiatives to position itself as a major transit hub linking Asia and Europe at the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Trend reports. Expressing gratitude to the Organization of Turkic States for hosting the event and to Türkiye for its warm hospitality in his address, he announced that Kazakhstan is investing $8 billion in the development of new roads and railways to modernize its transport network and improve regional connectivity. “A significant part of this strategy includes expanding Kazakhstan’s maritime capabilities on the Caspian Sea. With 17 vessels currently in operation,…

Baku : The Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, themed “Designing the Future Society for Our Lives,” has officially opened in Osaka, Japan. The opening ceremony was attended by Emperor Naruhito of Japan, Prime Minister Shigero Ishiba, Secretary-General of the BIE Dimitri Kerkentzes, and high-level international delegates. Azerbaijan, a consistent participant in Expo exhibitions since 2000, underscored the importance of its presence at this global event. A highlight of the opening was the unveiling of the Azerbaijani national pavilion, organized by the Heydar Aliyev Center. Attendees included Anar Alakbarov, Azerbaijan’s Commissioner General for Expo 2025, Director of Heydar Aliyev Center, Shimzi Izumi,…

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan, in partnership with the Republic of Korea, will co-host the two-day United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial Preparatory Meeting in Islamabad from today (Tuesday). The meeting will set the stage for the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial meeting to be held next month in Berlin, Germany. The two-day preparatory meeting in Islamabad will feature a series of panel discussions focusing on the future of peacekeeping, including discussions on evolving challenges to peacekeeping operations, the role of technology for making the future of peacekeeping safer and more effective, the role of regional and cross-regional organizations in supporting United Nations peace operations; the…

ISLAMABAD :Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi has summoned a meeting of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP), Dunya News reported on Monday. According to sources, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan meeting will be held on April 18 (Friday) at the Supreme Court. The meeting will discuss the nomination of two more judges for constitutional bench in the Supreme Court. A JCP meeting has also been called for May 2 for the nomination of Chief Justice of Balochistan High Court. The meeting will consider the names of judges for the post of Chief Justice of Balochistan High Court (BHC).…

KARACHI: The mysterious fire raging in the city’s Korangi area for over two weeks has finally been extinguished, bringing an end to a 17-day saga that captured public attention However, gas emission from the pit is still underway leading to the eruption of water — which had been initially used by the firefighters to douse the blaze — at the site. The fire, which started after a 1,200-foot-deep bore was drilled at the site on March 29, had led to concerns about the type and volume of gas responsible for the blaze. The unexpected and rather abrupt end to the…

Islamabad United delivered a stunning all-round performance to thrash Peshawar Zalmi by 102 runs in a one-sided Pakistan Super League (PSL) clash. This marked Islamabad’s second win of the season, while Peshawar suffered their second consecutive defeat. Batting first, Islamabad United set a mammoth target, piling up 243 runs for the loss of 5 wickets. The star of the innings was Sahibzada Farhan, who played a breathtaking knock of 106 runs off just 52 balls, anchoring the innings with power and precision. In reply, Peshawar Zalmi faltered under pressure and were bowled out for just 141 runs, falling short by…

Negotiations aimed at halting the ongoing conflict in Gaza have reached a critical juncture as Hamas said on Monday it is studying Israel’s latest ceasefire proposal, but warned that any demand for the Palestinian group to disarm is non-negotiable and “crosses a million red lines.” The Israeli offer, submitted through Egyptian and Qatari mediators, includes a temporary 45-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of 11 Israeli hostages still held by Hamas in the besieged enclave. However, the proposal also includes a controversial demand for Hamas to begin disarmament — a condition the group immediately rejected. In a statement released…

TikTok sensations Sami Rasheed and Sehar Hayat, once the epitome of digital romance, are now facing swirling rumours of a potential split. From viral dances to adorable parenting moments, the couple built an empire of love online, especially after welcoming their daughter Airah in 2024. But recent digital clues have fans raising their eyebrows. In 2022, Sami and Sehar tied the knot in a star-studded, fairytale wedding that sparked endless couple content. Their sweet interactions and parenting snippets earned them the title of Pakistan’s favourite influencer couple. However, their fans have noticed: They deleted wedding pictures and couple content from…

Netflix is stepping into the future of content discovery. According to Bloomberg, the streaming giant is currently testing an AI-powered search feature backed by OpenAI. This new system promises to revolutionize how users explore and find content on the platform. This AI-powered tool handles more nuanced queries, including mood-based searches, unlike the traditional search that relies on genres, titles, or actors. For example, a user could type in something like “I feel nostalgic” or “funny shows for a bad day”, and the system will recommend tailored titles accordingly. Currently, the feature is in beta testing, available exclusively to a limited…