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  • PCB tasks ICC with bringing India to Pakistan

    PCB tasks ICC with bringing India to Pakistan

    Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has handed over the responsibility of bringing the Indian cricket team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy to the International Cricket Council (ICC) after handing over the schedule and format to the council.

    India’s matches will be held in Lahore, and even if they reach the finals, they will have to play at Gaddafi Stadium. On the other hand, the budget approved by the ICC for the Champions Trophy also includes ancillary expenses. The purpose of ancillary costs is to hold the matches at another venue in case the Indian team does not come to Pakistan.

    The Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan next year, but India has yet to confirm. After discussions with participating member states, the council must now finalize the tournament as soon as possible.

    PCB has already written to the ICC about all the financial details, including the payment of revenue. On the other hand, the ICC is waiting for confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

    In 2023, the Indian team refused to come to Pakistan to participate in the Asia Cup. India had to play the matches in Sri Lanka by adopting a hybrid model. This time, Pakistan is rejecting the possibility of using the hybrid model in the Champions Trophy.

    A few days ago, the Indian media claimed that the blue-shirt matches at the event would be shifted to another venue, Sri Lanka or UAE, but the vice president of BCCI, Rajeev Shukla, denied these claims.

  • Outrage as landlord amputates donkey’s legs for drinking water in Muzaffargarh

    Outrage as landlord amputates donkey’s legs for drinking water in Muzaffargarh

    A local landlord in Tehsil Jatoi of Muzaffargarh amputated two legs of a donkey that had entered his fields to drink water. The man has been identified as Sajjad Hussain.

    The incident occurred in the Mouza Rampur area of Jatoi Tehsil. Following a complaint by the donkey’s owner, Bashir Ahmed, the police registered a case at the Jatoi police station and promptly arrested Sajjad Hussain. The injured donkey received medical aid from the Livestock Department.

    The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for justice from local communities and animal rights activists.

  • Syra Yousuf celebrates Nooreh’s birthday with sweet wish

    Syra Yousuf celebrates Nooreh’s birthday with sweet wish

    Actress and loving mother Syra Yousuf wrote a heartfelt birthday message for her daughter Nooreh, who turned 10 on Monday.

    Syra shared a cute video on Instagram to celebrate Nooreh’s special day. In the caption, Syra expressed how amazed she is at how fast her daughter is growing up.

    “And just like that, you’ve stepped into the double digits! Watching you grow up so fast has been surreal,” she wrote.

    Syra described Nooreh as “bright, beautiful, and compassionate” and “kind-hearted, joyous, and whimsical,” calling her a “magical mystery box” with wonderful qualities.

    She ended her message with, “May the love and happiness you share with others return to you tenfold. I love you Always, Forever.”

    The post went viral, getting lots of likes and birthday wishes from Syra’s followers.

  • Imran Khan refuses to take lie-detecting test at Adiala Jail

    Imran Khan refuses to take lie-detecting test at Adiala Jail

    Founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan refused to take forensic tests, including polygraph, photogrammetry and voice matching tests, as Lahore police tried to interrogate him in May 9 cases.

    Khan has been nominated as a suspect in 12 cases related to anti-terrorism, inciting the public against the state, and other charges as well.

    The Lahore police team, including Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA) officials, tried to question former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

    “I am under investigation by many agencies and will not take any tests for now. I will give the police time later regarding different tests,” said Khan to the police’s questions.

    However, after assurances from DSP Javed Asif of Lahore Police that justice would be ensured, Khan agreed to answer questions for 15 minutes but refused the tests.

  • Tennis star Andy Murray is retiring

    Tennis star Andy Murray is retiring

    British tennis star Andy Murray has said that he will retire after the Paris Olympics 2024.

    The Former Wimbledon, US, and Olympic champion will represent the British tennis team at the Paris in 2024, his fifth appearance at the Games.

    After reaching France, he wrote on Instagram: “Arrived in Paris for my last ever tennis tournament.”

    Andy won gold medals in 2012 and 2016 at the London and Rio Olympics. He has been ranked number one in his career while also winning many major tournaments.

    The Olympics in Paris, France, will start from July 26 and end on August 11.

  • Souryakumar has no place in ODI team: Indian chief selector

    Souryakumar has no place in ODI team: Indian chief selector

    Indian cricket team chief selector Ajit Agarkar has clarified that India’s T20 captain, Suryakumar Yadav, is unsuitable for the ODI side.

    Former Indian pacer, in a press conference before India’s departure to Sri Lanka, said, “The fact is that Suryauumar’s name has not been discussed for the ODI squad as the team management is satisfied with Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Rishabh Bachchan in the middle order. We didn’t think about Suriya’s inclusion in the ODI squad then; Shreyas and KL Rahul are back; they did well in the ODI World Cup.”

    Ajit said, “Rishabh Pant is also in good form, so our middle order is quality; Surya is only a T20 player now.”

    India has appointed aggressive batsman Suryakumar Yadav as the new T20 captain instead of Rohit Sharma while ignoring Hardik Pandya.

    Suryakumar has played 37 ODIs for India, scoring 773 runs at an average of 25.76.

  • Pakistan women cricket team creates history in Asia Cup

    Pakistan women cricket team creates history in Asia Cup

    The Pakistan women’s cricket team has made history by becoming the first team to win a match by 10 wickets in T20 Women’s Asia Cups.

    Pakistan beat UAE by ten wickets today. Earlier, eight times, different teams had won by nine wickets.

    This is Pakistan’s second 10-wicket victory after Pakistan beat Ireland by 10 wickets 11 years ago.

    In addition, Gul Feroza and Muniba Ali became the first Pakistani duo to score two centuries in T20 Internationals.

  • Legalize porn in Pakistan to benefit the economy: Yasir Hussain

    Legalize porn in Pakistan to benefit the economy: Yasir Hussain

    Actor Yasir Hussain shared his thoughts on the topic of adult entertainment in Pakistan. During a discussion on the podcast, ‘Excuse Me with Ahmad Ali Butt’Yasir Hussain was asked, “Should there be adult entertainment in Pakistan?”

    Yasir replied “There’s no need to promote adult entertainment. Those who want it will find it anyway. Pakistan ranks among the top countries for watching porn, often competing with Saudi Arabia for the top spot. It’s shameful, but true. Large surveys don’t lie, this is happening. So, why not legalise it and let the government and people make money from it? He firmly stated, “I don’t want to be a part of it, I don’t want to watch or promote adult content.”

    While talking about content, which Yasir likes to watch, he said, “I want to watch Punjab’s juggat (a form of comedy), I want to watch Amanullah, Sohail Ahmed, Iftikhar Thakur, Honey Albela, and Sahawat Naz’s content.”

    Yasir Hussain has worked in dramas like Badshah Begum, Baandi, and Baaghi. He also worked in films like Karachi Say Lahore, Taxali, and Rabbit.

  • Gold price drops by Rs500 per tola, silver rates remain stable

    Gold price drops by Rs500 per tola, silver rates remain stable

    Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a decline on Tuesday. The price of 24-karat gold fell to Rs250,500 per tola, a reduction of Rs500.

    According to the Karachi Sarafa Association, the price for 24-karat gold was reported at Rs214,763 per 10 grammes, down by Rs429. Similarly, the price of 22-karat gold decreased, now standing at Rs196,866 per 10 grammes.

    In contrast, silver prices remained stable in the local market. The price for 24-karat silver was unchanged at Rs2,920 per tola and Rs2,503 per 10 grammes.

    On the international front, spot gold prices held steady near $2,395 per ounce, showing little change from the previous trading session.

  • Sajal Aly to star opposite Prabhas in Bollywood?

    Sajal Aly to star opposite Prabhas in Bollywood?

    Famous actress Sajal Aly is reportedly making a comeback in Bollywood after a gap of seven years. The buzz is that the popular Pakistani actress could star alongside Indian superstar Prabhas in a new romantic period drama.

    The movie will be directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, known for making beautiful films like Sita Ramam. Fans are hoping to see Sajal Aly in a big new role with Prabhas.

    The director, Hanu Raghavapudi, said his new movie, ‘Fauji,’ will be a historical action drama. The story will be a special love story set during a war before India gained its independence. There are rumors that Prabhas might play a British soldier in the film. The team is thinking about casting an actress from Asia, and Sajal Aly is one of the names under consideration.

    The Pakistani talent bomb last started in Bollywood in 2017’s ‘Mom,’ where she played Sridevi’s daughter. Prabhas is doing well with his latest movie, ‘Kalki 2898 AD,’ which is about a future world and inspired by Hindu stories.