Pakistan Sets 165-Run Target Against Zimbabwe in T20 Opener

Pakistan faced Zimbabwe in the first T20 of a three-match series at Queens Sports Club. Winning the toss, Pakistan opted to bat first and posted a total of 165/4 in 20 overs. Pakistan’s opening pair, Omair Yousuf and Saim Ayub, struggled to find rhythm. Omair scored 1 run off 2 balls before being caught by …

Nationwide Internet Slowdown Disrupts Daily Life

Internet users across Pakistan faced a major slowdown on Saturday, impacting browsing, messaging, and online activities. Reports of sluggish speeds and disruptions flooded in from various cities. Karachi residents, especially in North Nazimabad, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, and Karsaz, complained about slow internet speeds. Users faced difficulty accessing Wi-Fi and popular apps like WhatsApp. Peshawar and Quetta Hit …

Petrol and Diesel Costs Increase, Adding to Inflation Woes

The federal government raised petroleum costs on Saturday for the next fortnight. Petrol now costs Rs252.1 per litre, while high-speed diesel (HSD) is priced at Rs258.43 per litre. Petrol prices increased by Rs3.72 per litre, and HSD saw a Rs3.29 per litre hike. These adjustments come despite hopes that prices would remain stable due to …

Saad Qureshi Bids Farewell to Musa After Heartbreaking ‘Bismil’ Death Scene

Saad Qureshi, known for his role as Musa in Bismil, penned a heartfelt note following his character’s tragic death. The emotional sequence aired during episodes 29 and 30 this week, leaving fans devastated. Taking to Instagram on Friday evening, Qureshi shared a smiling picture of Musa and expressed gratitude for the overwhelming love and support …

Sixth Mpox Case Reported in KP’s Lakki Marwat District

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has reported its sixth case of the mpox virus, previously known as monkeypox. Adviser to Chief Minister on Health Ehtesham Ali confirmed the case in Lakki Marwat’s Kot Kashmir union council. The patient is a 35-year-old man who recently returned from Dubai. The patient landed at Peshawar Airport on Thursday via Flight …

Pakistan U-19 Triumphs Over India by 43 Runs

Pakistan U-19 clinched a 43-run victory against India U-19 in a Group Stage match of the ACC U-19 Asia Cup. Shahzaib Khan delivered a match-winning performance, scoring 159 runs off 147 balls. His brilliant innings earned him the Player of the Match award. Winning the toss, Pakistan U-19 chose to bat first at the Dubai …

Khawaja Asif Criticizes PTI Leadership Over Protest Chaos

Federal Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that PTI Chairman Imran Khan agreed to change the protest location, but his wife, Bushra Bibi, rejected the proposal. Speaking in Sialkot, Asif said this decision escalated the situation during the November 24 sit-in. Protests Lead to Violence Asif recalled that PTI workers crossed barricades and marched toward …

Karachi Board Announces Class IX Results for 2024

Chairman of the Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSE), Syed Sharaf Ali Shah, has announced the results for SSC-Part I (Class IX) Science and General Group Regular and Private Annual Examinations 2024. Students can view their results on the board’s official website at www.bsek.edu.pk. The announcement was made during a press briefing at the board …

Shahzaib Khan’s Heroics Propel Pakistan to 281 in U19 Asia Cup Match Against India

Shahzaib Khan delivered a scintillating performance in Pakistan’s Under-19 Asia Cup clash against India. He smashed 159 runs off 147 balls, showcasing resilience and skill. His innings included 16 boundaries and one six, anchoring Pakistan’s total of 281 for 7 in 50 overs. Pakistan captain Saad Baig won the toss and opted to bat first. …

The Dark Side of Social Media Perfection

In an age dominated by social media filters and celebrity aesthetics, a disturbing new trend is emerging: smile dysmorphia. This psychological condition involves an obsession with achieving a flawless smile, often fueled by unrealistic beauty standards online. It is closely linked to body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), where individuals fixate on perceived flaws in their appearance. …

Saweera Nadeem Announces the Death of Her Mother

Renowned television actress Saweera Nadeem has shared the sorrowful news of her mother’s passing with her fans. On a popular social media platform, Saweera expressed her deep grief and paid a heartfelt tribute to her mother. In her post, Saweera described her mother as the “joy and pride” of their lives. She wrote, “My remarkable …

Sindh Forms Joint Investigation Team After Attack on Chinese Nationals

The Sindh Home Department has formed an eight-member Joint Investigation Team (JIT) In response to the attack on Chinese nationals. The JIT is tasked with investigating the attack, which left two Chinese nationals dead and several others injured due to a blast. The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) will lead the …

Putin Warns of Severe Consequences if Ukraine Acquires Nuclear Weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning regarding Ukraine’s efforts to develop nuclear weapons. In a statement, Putin emphasized that if Ukraine were to become a nuclear power, Russia would deploy all of its military resources in response. He further asserted that Russia would closely monitor every action taken by Ukraine and its …

Israeli Military Continues Attacks on Lebanon Despite Ceasefire

The Israeli military has continued its attacks on southern Lebanon, despite an official ceasefire agreement. The Lebanese Army has accused Israel of violating the terms of the ceasefire. According to reports, Israeli forces launched multiple airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon. As a result, 78 Lebanese civilians were martyred, and more than 266 were …

Continued Violence Despite Ceasefire in Kurram

The death toll in Kurram district climbed to 90 as clashes persisted on Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement. Fresh violence claimed 12 lives and left 18 injured, with sporadic gunfire reported across upper and lower Kurram, officials confirmed. Clashes erupted between Jalmay and Chadrewal villages and Talo Kunj. In Upper Kurram, one person died in …

Pakistani Rupee Holds Steady Against US Dollar

The Pakistani rupee remained stable against the US dollar on Friday, showing a slight gain of 0.01% during early trading hours. By 10 a.m., the rupee was trading at 278.03, an increase of 0.01 from the previous day’s closing rate of 278.04, as reported by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Global Currency Trends Yen …

PM Shehbaz Sharif Proposes Anti-Riot Force Amid PTI Protests

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the formation of a dedicated anti-riot force following the recent dispersal of PTI protesters in Islamabad. The move comes two days after the government used force against demonstrators demanding the release of PTI founder Imran Khan. The protest, led by KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi, …

Govt Considers Adjusting Petroleum Prices from Dec 1

The federal government is considering revising petroleum product prices for the fortnight starting December 1, 2024. This move is linked to rising global oil prices, according to Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). Petrol prices may increase by Rs3.00 per litre, rising from Rs248.38 to Rs251.38 per litre. High-speed diesel (HSD) prices could also climb by Rs2.87 …

Joe Root’s Struggles Continue, Duck Marks Rare Slump for England Star

Joe Root’s uncharacteristic dip in form continued as he fell for a duck on the second day of the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch. This marked his 13th career duck in Test cricket and his eighth in the World Test Championship (WTC), tying him for the most ducks in the competition’s history. Since …

England’s Harry Brook Hits 2,000 Test Runs in Record Time

Harry Brook continued his remarkable rise in international cricket by reaching 2,000 Test runs during England’s rescue effort against New Zealand in Christchurch. Brook achieved the feat in just 36 innings, tying him with cricket legends like Viv Richards, Everton Weekes, and Brian Lara for the eighth-fastest to the milestone in Test history. Only Don …

Hindu Extremist Leader Calls to Strip Muslims of Voting Rights

A Hindu extremist leader in India has made a controversial demand, calling for Muslims to be deprived of their right to vote. This marks another disturbing incident of rising Islamophobia in the country. Kumar Chandrashekhar Nath Swami, a leader of the Hindu extremist group “Vishva Vokaliya Maha Samsthana Math,” delivered these remarks during a protest …

Russian Blasphemer’s Sentence Increased by 13 Years

In a significant legal development, Russia has increased the sentence of Nikita Zovaviel, the young man who burned a copy of the Quran in front of a mosque last year. Zovaviel was initially sentenced to three and a half years in prison. However, his sentence has now been extended by an additional 13 years after …

NAB Steps Up Efforts to Arrest Bushra Bibi

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has intensified efforts to arrest Bushra Bibi, the former First Lady of Pakistan. A team from NAB Rawalpindi has been dispatched to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for her arrest in connection with the £190 million case. NAB sent its team to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after obtaining arrest warrants against Bushra Bibi. The team …

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