Tag: retirement

  • 17.5% increase in pension announced for federal govt retirees

    17.5% increase in pension announced for federal govt retirees

    The government has issued a notification announcing a 17.5 per cent increase in the pension for federal government pensioners. The increase, sanctioned by the President, will be effective from 18th July 2023 until further orders. It applies to all civil pensioners of the federal government, including civilians paid from Defence Estimates, as well as retired armed forces personnel and civil armed forces personnel.

    The 17.5 per cent increase in pension will also be applicable to pensioners who retire on or after 1st July 2023. To determine the eligibility for the increase in pension as sanctioned in this notification, “Net Pension” refers to the pension being drawn minus the Medical Allowance.

    In addition, the increase will be granted to family pensioners under the Pension-cum-Gratuity Scheme of 1954, the Liberalized Pension Rules of 1977, pensions sanctioned under the Central Civil Services (Extra Ordinary Pension) Rules, as well as the Compassionate Allowance under CSR-353.

    If the gross pension sanctioned by the federal government is shared with another government in accordance with the rules stated in Part-IV of Appendix-III to the Accounts Code, Volume-I, the increase in pension will be divided proportionately between the federal government and the other government concerned.

    However, the increase in pension as sanctioned in this notification will not be applicable to the special additional pension granted in place of pre-retirement orderly allowance and the monetized value of a driver or an orderly.

  • Heartwarming video shows IBA students hosting farewell party for hostel cook

    Heartwarming video shows IBA students hosting farewell party for hostel cook

    A moving video of a hostel cook receiving a farewell party from students at IBA has been doing the rounds on social media.

    Zakir Lala, who was IBA’s oldest working employee, and had worked there for over 31 years, was given a farewell by students at the end of his tenure.

    https://twitter.com/idrikki541/status/1630915796766531584?s=20

    Speaking to BBC Urdu about why they chose to say goodbye with a grand gesture, one student revealed that Lala had taken care of them when they were alone in university.
    “Zakir Lala is one of the oldest employees of our hostel and this was the least that we could do for him,” he said.
    Lala revealed that he was moved and grateful for the love the students had showered on him.
    “I did not expect the amount of respect these children had shown me. I am very grateful to God that these students have sent their prayers,” he remarked.

    Twitter users have called this a “beautiful tribute” and a thoughtful way to celebrate Zakir Lala’s service.

    https://twitter.com/xtrracover/status/1631888669203222529?s=20

  • Rafael Nadal posts heartfelt tweet for Roger Federer on retirement from tennis

    Rafael Nadal posts heartfelt tweet for Roger Federer on retirement from tennis

    Along with Novak Djkovic, Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal have battled to become among the best tennis players in the world.

    The 40 meetings between the Swiss and Spanish stars, with Nadal winning most of them and always in the championship rounds of tournaments, did not result in any off-court animosity between them.

    Off the court, Rafa and Roger have a close friendship and respect for one another.

    Because of this, Nadal’s answer to Federer’s retirement announcement on Thursday was especially anticipated, and his written words clearly reflect his true feelings.

    Nadal’s message to Federer:

    “Dear Roger, my friend and rival.”

    “I wish this day had never come. It is a sad day for me personally and for sports around the world.”

    “It has been a pleasure but also an honor and a privilege to share all these years with you, living so many incredible moments on and off the court.”

    “We will have many more moments to share together in the future, there are still many things to do together, we know that.”

    “For now, I really wish you all the happiness with your wife, Mirka, your children, your family and enjoy what lies ahead.”

    “I will see you in London at the Laver Cup.”

    Since July 2021, Roger Federer has not participated in an official match because of injuries that prohibited him from being ready to play in Grand Slam competitions and retire at the top as he had hoped.

    Rafa Nadal has long been a favourite of the Swiss, and one of the last occasions he mentioned the Spaniard was following the most recent Roland Garros.

    “It’s incredible what Rafa has achieved. Pete Sampras’ record, which I beat, was 14 Grand Slam titles, and he already has 22,” he said.

    “Rafa has won Roland Garros 14 times. It’s unbelievable. I’m very happy that he did it. I take my hat off to him.”

    “After the tenth, the eleventh…I was already thinking, ‘This can’t be.’ But he keeps raising the bar. He’s gigantic.”

  • Shahid Afridi believes Hafeez wanted to play more cricket for Pakistan

    Shahid Afridi believes Hafeez wanted to play more cricket for Pakistan

    Former captain of the Pakistan cricket team Shahid Afridi has said that he believes Mohammad Hafeez, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket, wanted to play more cricket for Pakistan.

    While speaking on Samaa TV’s show Game Set Match, Afridi said that there is a communication gap between PCB and the players.

    “I was listening to his [Hafeez] statement and it was clear from his body language that he wanted to play more cricket for Pakistan rather than leaving early,” said Afridi.

    “I always talk about the communication gap between the PCB and players and I have a strong feeling that the same was the case with Hafeez. Although, it was good to see that he didn’t turn that into a major issue,” he added.

    Afridi also heaped praise on Hafeez over a great international career.

    “I would like to congratulate Hafeez, his family and parents. Hafeez had an outstanding career and he gave many match-winning performances,” he said.

    Hafeez announced his retirement from international cricket 18 years after making his debut in Sharjah against Zimbabwe on 3 April 2003.

    Hafeez represented Pakistan in 392 international matches, scoring 12,780 runs and taking 253 wickets, besides also captaining the side in 32 international matches.

  • Professor’s wife says she will miss Hafeez in Pakistan’s ‘green top’

    Professor’s wife says she will miss Hafeez in Pakistan’s ‘green top’

    Former Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Hafeez’s wife Nazia Hafeez has said that she will miss her husband in Pakistan’s cricket team’s jersey.

    Sharing a picture of her husband while getting ready for the press conference, she wrote: “I was so emotional in the morning when you were getting ready to go for press conference to announce your retirement.”

    The star all-rounder’s wife said that she is proud of her man. She also said: “As your number one fan will miss you in Pakistan green top. love you.”

    Hafeez announced his retirement on Monday at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) headquarters.

    “Today I say goodbye to international cricket with pride and satisfaction,” Hafeez said at a media conference in Lahore wearing the Pakistan team’s green blazer and tie.

    “In fact, I have earned and accomplished more than I had initially envisaged and for that, I am thankful to all my fellow cricketers, captains, support staff and the Pakistan Cricket Board who helped me out during my career.”

    The 41-year-old cricketer quit Test cricket in 2018 and played his last ODI in the 2019 World Cup at Lord’s. He was recalled in 2020 for T20 matches and finished the year as the world’s leading run-scorer in the calendar year in the shortest format. His international debut was in an ODI against Zimbabwe in 2003, and his last match was Pakistan’s defeat against Australia in the T20 World Cup semi-final last November.

  • The Professor Mohammad Hafeez announces retirement from international cricket

    The Professor Mohammad Hafeez announces retirement from international cricket

    Former Pakistan cricket team captain Mohammad Hafeez has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a career spanning more than 18 years with the Pakistan side. His international debut was in an ODI against Zimbabwe in 2003, and his last match was Pakistan’s defeat against Australia in the T20 World Cup semi-final last November.

    The 41-year-old top-order batter and off-spinner, has signed up with Lahore Qalandars for the upcoming edition of the PSL and will continue to be available for franchise cricket around the world.

    As per his ESPN cricinfo, Hafeez played 55 Tests, 218 ODIs and 119 T20Is while amassing 12,780 runs across formats, and grabbed 32 Player-of-the-Match awards, the fourth-highest among Pakistan players in all international cricket, with only Shahid Afridi (43), Wasim Akram (39) and Inzamam-ul-Haq (33) above him. In addition to that, Hafeez also earned nine Player-of-the-Series awards, joint-second with Imran Khan, Inzamam-ul-Haq and Waqar Younis.

    Hafeez retired from Test cricket in December 2018, with selectors later deciding to move on from him in ODIs after the 2019 World Cup, where he played his last match of the format – against Bangladesh at Lord’s.

    He is the only Pakistan player to have played in all but one T20 World Cup – the one Pakistan ended up winning in 2009 – and holds the Pakistan record for most T20 World Cup appearances. Hafeez also led Pakistan to the 2012 World T20 semi-final.

    After he announced his retirement, his colleagues and Twitterati wished him good luck with heart-warming messages.

    https://twitter.com/mdk_gul/status/1477901591277555712?s=20

  • Spinning maestro Harbhajan Singh retires from cricket

    Spinning maestro Harbhajan Singh retires from cricket

    Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has retired from all formats of cricket. The cricketer announced the news on Twitter.

    Taking to Twitter, Harbhajan wrote: “All good things come to an end and today as I bid adieu to the game that has given me everything in life, I would like to thank everyone who made this 23-year-long journey beautiful and memorable.”

    The cricketer also thanked everyone saying that he is “grateful”.

    In a video message, the 41-year-old said that “in many ways, I had already retired”, but because of his commitments with Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, he was forced to delay the announcement.

    “There comes a time in your life when you must take some tough decisions and move ahead. I have been meaning to make this announcement for the last few years, but I was waiting for the right moment to share it with all of you: today, I am retiring from all formats of cricket,” he said. “In many ways, I had already retired as a cricketer, but hadn’t been able to make a formal announcement.”

    “I haven’t been an active cricketer for a while. But I had a commitment to Kolkata Knight Riders, and wanted to spend the (2021) IPL season with them. But during the season itself, I had made up my mind to retire.”

    Harbhajan last played for India in March 2016, in a T20I against the UAE in Dhaka in that year’s Asia Cup.

    The former cricketer concluded by saying: “Now I begin a new chapter in my life, which starts with its own challenges. Believe me, your Turbanator is ready for the examination! Just keep showering your love on me.”

  • Babar Azam, Pakistani cricketers pen heartfelt notes for AB de Villiers after his retirement

    Babar Azam, Pakistani cricketers pen heartfelt notes for AB de Villiers after his retirement

    Following AB de Villiers announcement about his retirement, cricket-lovers around the world are expressing their love for one of the finest players to have emerged from South Africa.

    Among those who paid tributes to ABD was Pakistan skipper Babar Azam and other Pakistani cricketers, who also took to their social media handles to share how the star player has inspired them.

    “You were my childhood inspiration and I always tried to learn from your charismatic approach,” Babar wrote on Twitter.

    Recalling his first interaction with De Villiers, he added: “I still remember the first time I met you and how welcoming you were.”

    “You have inspired many generations of cricket. Wish you the very best and a happy retirement.”

    Shoaib Malik, Hassan Ali, Haris Rauf and Fakhar Zaman also lauded the South African, among others.

    De Villiers, who announced his retirement from cricket on Friday, will be remembered as one of the sport’s great entertainers and one of the finest players to represent South Africa.

    He was an outstanding batsman in all forms of international cricket, averaging more than 50 in both 118 Test matches and 228 One-Day Internationals.

  • ‘That flame no longer burns’: AB de Villiers announces retirement from all forms of cricket

    ‘That flame no longer burns’: AB de Villiers announces retirement from all forms of cricket

    Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers took to social media to announce his retirement from all forms of cricket.

    AB de Villiers made the announcement on Friday, November 19, marking an end to an incredible career that spanned over a period of more than 18 years.

    “It has been an incredible journey, but I have decided to retire from all cricket,” ABD wrote on Twitter. “Ever since the back yard matches with my older brothers, I have played the game with pure enjoyment and unbridled enthusiasm. Now, at the age of 37, that flame no longer burns so brightly.

    “That’s the reality I must accept – and, even if it may seem sudden, that is why I am making this announcement today. I’ve had my time. Cricket has been exceptionally kind to me,” he wrote in another Tweet.

    Having made his international debut in 2004, AB de Villiers represented South Africa in 114 Tests, 228 ODIs and 78 T20Is. Across formats, he amassed 20,014 runs, averaging more than 50 in both Tests and ODIs. He retired from international cricket in May 2018.

    England’s batter Jos Buttler also extended his wishes for the veteran cricketer, saying that he used to “turn on the tv just to watch” him bat.

  • ‘Ignorants’: Mohammad Amir hits out at PCB

    ‘Ignorants’: Mohammad Amir hits out at PCB

    Pakistani speedster Mohammad Amir has slammed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after his name was included in the list of players who received domestic contracts for the upcoming season.

    “If I’m not playing international cricket, then what’s the point of featuring in domestic cricket. They want to control me by offering this contract but that’s not going to happen. PCB should have contacted me before including my name in the domestic contracts list,” said Amir in a recent interview.

    “They [PCB] have well-educated people in their ranks but they still behave like ignorants,” he added.

    The 29-year-old also asked the PCB to give his contract to a young cricketer.

    “The PCB should give my central contract to a young cricketer to help him and so that he can support his family,” he said.

    Amir also stated that he is enjoying playing league cricket all over the world.

    “Maybe they [PCB] haven’t accepted the fact that I have retired from international cricket, which is why they take such steps,” he said. “I am enjoying playing league cricket and spend the rest of the time with my family.”

    Amir retired from international cricket in December last year due to reservations with Pakistan’s team management. He represented Pakistan in 36 Tests, 61 ODIs and 50 T20Is.