Author: admin

Just when Fakhar Zaman was eyeing a comeback to Pakistan’s T20I setup, a fresh hamstring injury has derailed his campaign once again, raising questions about his future in the national side. The 35-year-old opener sustained a left hamstring strain while fielding during the 19th over of the second T20I against the West Indies. What initially appeared to be a minor discomfort turned serious after medical evaluation by the PCB’s panel. As a result, Fakhar has been ruled out of the third T20I and the upcoming three-match ODI series. He will return to Pakistan on August 4 and begin rehabilitation at…

The government has started accepting applications for Hajj 2026 under the official scheme. Registered applicants can submit their forms and initial payments by August 9. Hajj expenses under the government scheme will be collected in two installments. For the longer pilgrimage of 38 to 42 days, the first installment is set at Rs. 500,000. For the shorter 20 to 25-day package, the first installment is Rs. 550,000. Applications can be submitted at 14 designated banks across the country. According to sources, the second installment will be collected starting November 1. Once the quota for the government scheme is filled, the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday lauded the police in the warmest of words for diligently safeguarding public order and successfully thwarting terror plots through relentless operations against enemies seeking to destabilise the country. In a message on the occasion of Police Martyrs’ Day, he said, “Today, we pay tribute to the brave officers and men of our police who, regardless of the weather conditions, remain active in the performance of their duty, away from their loved ones, and sacrifice their lives to maintain law and order in every corner of the country. Today, we also salute the great families…

Hamas signals readiness to allow Red Cross aid to Israeli hostagesHamas has expressed willingness to allow the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to deliver food and medicine to Israeli captives held in the enclave, on the condition that aid flows are restored for Palestinians as well. The move comes after harrowing footage of two visibly malnourished Israeli captives was released last week, drawing international outrage and renewed calls for humanitarian access. Netanyahu appeals to Red Cross amid starvation crisis Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Sunday that he had personally urged the ICRC to intervene, claiming that while…

Bollywood actress Tamannaah Bhatia has finally responded to years-old rumours linking her to former Pakistani cricketer Abdul Razzaq. A viral photo of the two at a jewellery store had sparked bizarre claims of a secret marriage — something she now calls “one of the most ridiculous things” she’s ever heard. Viral photo sparked wild internet speculation The rumours originated from an image that showed Tamannaah and Abdul Razzaq together at a jewellery store event. The photo, taken during a store launch both were invited to, quickly went viral online. Social media users speculated that the duo were secretly dating, and…

A boat carrying approximately 150 migrants capsized in the Arabian Sea near Yemen’s Abyan province on Sunday, claiming the lives of at least 68 people. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), only 12 survivors have been rescued, while dozens remain unaccounted for. The vessel was carrying mostly Ethiopian nationals attempting to cross to Gulf states in search of better opportunities. The IOM has described the incident as “heartbreaking,” underscoring the deadly perils migrants face in the region. One of the deadliest routes in the world The southern coast of Yemen has long been a key passage for migrants…

US President Donald Trump announced that his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Russia next week to advance negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine, reiterating his desire for a peace deal that “stops people from getting killed.” Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Trump said Witkoff’s visit is expected on “Wednesday or Thursday” of the coming week. The envoy—who is also a longtime Trump associate and real estate magnate—has held multiple meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow in recent months. Trump signals tougher line on Russia  The goal, Trump reiterated, is to push for a ceasefire between…

Pakistan secured a dramatic 13-run win over West Indies in the third and final T20I on Monday, clinching the three-match series 2-1 at Central Broward Regional Park. Batting first after winning the toss, Pakistan posted a formidable 189-4, powered by brilliant half-centuries from openers Sahibzada Farhan (74 off 53) and Saim Ayub (66 off 49). The duo stitched a 138-run opening stand, laying a strong foundation for Pakistan’s innings. Strong Start with the bat Farhan reached his third T20I fifty in the 11th over, and Ayub followed suit two overs later. Their commanding partnership was finally broken in the 17th…

Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s three-day visit to Pakistan has been postponed. He was scheduled to arrive in Islamabad on Monday, accompanied by a high-level delegation from Kabul, but the visit has now been deferred. Sources say this would have been Muttaqi’s first visit to Pakistan since November 2021. The agenda included discussions on bilateral relations, security cooperation, trade, and cross-border connectivity with Pakistani leadership. No new dates have been announced yet, and neither Afghan nor Pakistani officials have issued an official statement regarding the reasons for the postponement. In April this year, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign…

Six more people died of starvation or malnutrition in Gaza over the past 24 hours, its health ministry said on Sunday as Israel said it allowed a delivery of fuel to the enclave, in the throes of a humanitarian disaster after almost two years of war. The new deaths raised the toll of those dying from what international humanitarian agencies say may be an unfolding famine to 175, including 93 children, since the war began, the ministry said. Egypt’s state-affiliated Al Qahera News TV said two trucks carrying 107 tons of diesel were set to enter Gaza, months after Israel…