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The latest ICC Men’s Player Rankings have seen some significant changes, with Pakistan’s Babar Azam making notable strides in the T20I batter rankings. Azam has moved up one spot to secure 6th place, continuing to build his reputation as one of the top players in the format. In other news, West Indies spinner Akeal Hosein has surged to the top of the T20I bowler rankings for the first time in his career, following a standout performance in the opening match of the West Indies’ series against Bangladesh. Hosein’s brilliant 2/13 helped him leapfrog Adil Rashid, who now sits second. Meanwhile,…

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) KSE 100-index witnessed a significant downturn during trading today, shedding over 3,700 points despite positive economic developments and closed at 111,070.29 points benchmark.   The market lost three crucial levels 115,000, 114,000, and 113,000 points. The 100 Index fell by 2,065 points, closing at 112,795 points. Heavy selling pressure in banking and oil & gas shares contributed to the decline, according to brokers. Earlier in the session, the market had shown promise, recording an increase of 1,376 points at one point. The dramatic reversal reflects prevailing market volatility, with investors exercising caution despite favorable economic indicators.

Punjab Department of School Education has announced a change in the dates for winter vacations in schools across the province. The winter break will begin on December 23, 2024, instead of the planned date. Schools will remain open on December 20, 2024, as per the regular schedule. The Department of School Education Punjab made the decision in a notification. According to the new plan, schools will reopen on January 13, 2025, after the winter break. The revised schedule applies to all public and private schools across the province. District Education Authorities have been instructed to ensure compliance with the new…

Pakistan’s public sector companies reported a combined profit of Rs102 billion during the first half of the previous fiscal year, reflecting a 15% increase in revenue to Rs7 trillion. The financial performance, attributed to support from the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), underscores efforts to stabilize the national economy and promote sustainable growth. Among the top performers, the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) recorded the highest profit of Rs123.3 billion. Pakistan Petroleum Limited followed with Rs. 68.8 billion, while the power sector posted profits of Rs50.7 billion. National Power Parks Management Company earned Rs. 36.3 billion, and Pak-Arab…

Renowned Pakistani television actress and host Mishi Khan has come to the defence of YouTuber Rajab Butt amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding his extravagant wedding. The lavish celebrations, which have gone viral on social media, have sparked a debate about the appropriation of wealth, with many criticizing the YouTuber for spending such a large sum on his nuptials instead of contributing to charitable causes. In a video shared on her Instagram account earlier today, Khan voiced her support for Butt, urging critics to reconsider their stance. “So, YouTuber Rajab Butt has finally gotten married. His wedding has been trending on…

By: Reza Amiri Moghadam, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic or Iran to Pakistan We are on the eve of the last evenings of the autumn of the year 2024. This year we are highly honoured to celebrate the ancient Iranian event of Yalda in our friendly, brotherly and neighbourly country of Pakistan along with the other countries with which we share civilizational commonalities and links. The Yalda Night, or as called in the Iranian folklore, Chele, is the longest night of the year and the beginning of the light and the rebirth of brilliance. Yalda is a turning point in…

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan posted its highest current account surplus in nearly 10 years in November, buoyed by a reduction in the trade and services deficits as well as lower interest and dividend repatriations, reported on Wednesday. The country recorded a current account surplus of $729 million in November, the highest level since February 2015. This compares to a surplus of $346 million in the previous month and a deficit of $148 million in November 2023, the central bank data showed on Tuesday. November marked the fourth consecutive month of surplus. Over the first five months of the fiscal year 2025,…

ISLAMABAD : Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi has released his additional note in the famous Zufikar Ali Bhutto review case, stating that fair trial was not done in the case of the former prime minister. He said the Supreme Court, however, in its advisory jurisdiction under Article 186 of the Constitution could not reappraise the evidence and undo the decision of the case announced by then LHC bench back in time. In his additional note, the CJP writes: “I find myself in agreement with the observation of Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah that certain portions of the detailed…

LAHORE : Motorways have been closed at various places on Wednesday morning as fog engulfed most cities of the country. According to Motorway Police spokesperson Imran Ahmed, the section M1 from Peshawar to Rashkai, and M2 from Lahore to Hiran Minar has been closed to traffic due to fog. Similarly, the Motorway’s section M3 is closed from Lahore to Jaranwala. The spokesperson advised people to travel during daylight hours and avoid unnecessary travel. He also urged to avoid over-speeding and keep a proper distance from the vehicle in front. Imran asked the travellers to contact helpline 130 for information and…

ISLAMABAD :President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday paid tribute to Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed (Nishan-i-Haider) on the 53rd anniversary of his martyrdom, recognising his valor and sacrifice to safeguard the country. The president and prime minister, in their separately issued statements, lauded the exemplary gallantry of Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed in the 1971 war when he repelled the enemy at the Wagah Border. They prayed to Allah Almighty for the elevation of the rank of Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed in paradise. “Lance Naik Mahfuz Shaheed fought the enemy with bravery. The entire nation salutes him…