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Pakistan’s left-arm spinner Noman Ali has achieved a remarkable milestone, climbing four spots to claim the second position in the latest ICC Test Bowling Rankings. This marks a career-best performance for Noman, who now needs just 29 rating points to dethrone India’s Jasprit Bumrah, who continues to hold the top spot among Test bowlers. Shaheen Afridi, Rizwan, Babar also move up It was a positive update overall for Pakistan’s top cricketers in the latest ICC rankings. Shaheen Shah Afridi moved up three places to 19th among Test bowlers, showcasing his steady improvement in the longer format. In the batting charts,…

Pakistani actor and content creator Khaqan Shahnawaz has voiced his disapproval of Atif Aslam’s recent venture into social media content creation, saying the superstar has been copying smaller creators without giving them due credit. During his appearance on the popular podcast Pakiavellian, Khaqan discussed the clash between actors and digital creators, sharing candid opinions about the entertainment industry, politics, and originality in content. ‘Atif Aslam copied smaller creators,’ says Khaqan While clarifying that he has no personal issue with Atif Aslam joining the world of online videos, Khaqan said he felt disappointed by how the celebrated singer handled his content…

India has reopened its embassy in Kabul after four years, signaling a new phase of engagement with Afghanistan’s Taliban-led interim government. The decision follows Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s recent visit to New Delhi aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Wednesday that the government has restored the status of its Technical Mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy “with immediate effect.” “In keeping with the decision announced during the recent visit of the Afghan Foreign Minister to India, the government is restoring the status of the Technical Mission of India in…

At least 63 people have died and several others were injured after two buses collided head-on in a horrific four-vehicle crash on the Kampala-Gulu Highway, one of Uganda’s busiest roads, police confirmed on Wednesday. The tragic accident occurred shortly after midnight near Kitaleba village, when both buses, travelling in opposite directions, attempted to overtake other vehicles — a lorry and a sport utility vehicle (SUV) — at the same time. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the Uganda Police Force said: “In the process, both buses met head-on during the overtaking manoeuvres. Sixty-three people lost their lives, all…

Pakistan expects to receive $1.2 billion from the IMF and achieve 3.5% economic growth this fiscal year, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said, citing progress in reforms and global recognition of the country’s economic stability. Finance Minister Aurangzeb told CGTN America that Pakistan’s economy is showing signs of recovery, with inflation falling to single digits and monetary policy easing. He confirmed that a staff-level agreement with the IMF has been reached, granting Pakistan access to $1.2 billion once approved by the fund. Aurangzeb highlighted that IMF assistance in September 2024 helped stabilize Pakistan’s $370 billion economy and contributed to currency stabilization.…

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he told Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that war with Pakistan “must be avoided,” stressing that trade and diplomacy have helped him prevent several potential global conflicts. The comments came during a Diwali celebration at the White House. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said he had a “great” phone conversation with Modi earlier in the day, in which the two discussed trade, energy, and regional stability. “We talked about trade… He’s very interested in that,” Trump said. “Although we did talk a little while ago about let’s have no wars…

North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea early Wednesday, days before South Korea hosts the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, raising concerns over renewed provocations as global leaders prepare to meet. According to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, the missiles flew approximately 350 kilometers (217 miles) after being launched from an undisclosed site on the country’s eastern coast. The launch marks North Korea’s first missile test in months and the first since President Lee Jae Myung took office in June. “Our military has stepped up monitoring and is maintaining a steadfast readiness posture while sharing…

Plans for a Trump-Putin summit in Budapest have been paused after renewed friction in Ukraine peace negotiations, with both sides failing to agree on terms for a ceasefire. The U.S. and European allies now warn that Moscow’s hardline stance could derail hopes for progress. The White House confirmed on Tuesday that President Donald Trump currently has “no plans” to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin after diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine faced a fresh impasse. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held what officials described as a “productive call,” but both sides opted…

Pakistani actress and entrepreneur Komal Aziz Khan has opened up about the misconceptions surrounding women in showbiz, revealing that even her own family believed she would one day get involved in a scandal — a prediction that, according to her, never came true. Speaking on Subh ka Samaa, Komal Aziz shared that when she began acting, people around her — including her family — assumed she would soon be caught up in some controversy or romantic affair. “Everyone thought I’d end up in a scandal, but that never happened,” she said, adding that her time in the industry was free of…

Some iPhone 17 Pro users are noticing their Cosmic Orange models turning pink, sparking a growing debate on Reddit dubbed “Colorgate.” While Apple hasn’t commented, clues hidden in its official cleaning guidance — and science behind anodized aluminum — might explain what’s really happening. According to multiple Reddit posts, a few owners of the iPhone 17 Pro Cosmic Orange edition have noticed their devices slowly shifting from bright orange to a reddish-pink shade. Though the number of cases is small, the issue has gained traction online, with users coining the term “Colorgate.” Apple has not issued any statement about the…