Tue, 21-Oct-2025

PCB Announces Champions T20 Cup Schedule

PCB

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Schedules Champions T20 Cup. The Champions T20 Cup will be held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from December 7 to 25. Five teams – ABL Stallions, Engro Dolphins, Lake City Panthers, Nurpur Lions, and UMT Markhors – will compete for the title. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed the schedule for the … Read more

Kurram clashes claim12 more lives, bringing death toll to 30

Kurram clashes claim12 more lives, bringing death toll to 30

Amid ongoing violent clashes between tribal groups in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kurram district, 12 more people lost their lives in the past 24 hours, bringing the death toll to 30, police reported on Saturday. At least 20 others were injured in intense armed confrontations between rival tribes in the densely populated Bagan and Alizai areas of … Read more

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi Absent from Champions T20 Cup Squads

Babar Azam

Babar Azam, Rizwan, and Shaheen will not participate in the Champions T20 Cup due to national duties. The tournament, scheduled from December 7 to 25 set to be held in Rawalpindi. Rizwan, Babar, and Shaheen are expected to be included in the South Africa tour lineup. Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi will … Read more

Bushra Bibi will not participate in PTI’s protest

Bushra Bibi will not participate in PTI’s protest

Bushra Bibi, wife of PTI founder has chosen not to attend the protest rally scheduled for November 24. According to sources within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Bushra Bibi will instead monitor the situation from the Chief Minister’s House. She will oversee the movements of party delegations arriving from various constituencies, including provincial and national assembly members, … Read more

FIFA Set to Launch New Mobile Game for iOS and Android

FIFA

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has joined forces with Mythical Games to develop a new mobile football game, ‘FIFA Rivals,’ for iOS and Android devices. The game, set to be free-to-play, will feature in-game and web marketplaces powered by Mythical Games’ Mythos blockchain, allowing players to buy and sell football stars with real … Read more

Internet services to be suspended in THESE cities during PTI Protest

Slow internet disrupts across Karachi and other cities

The federal government has decided to suspend internet services in major cities of Punjab in response to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned protest on November 24. The Ministry of Interior announced that the suspension will begin at midnight, affecting cities such as Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Multan. Mobile phone services will remain operational, but internet and … Read more

Gold Price in Pakistan Increases by Rs. 2,200 on Saturday

Gold Price in Pakistan

Gold Prices Rise in Global and Local Markets. Gold price increased by $22 in international bullion market, reaching $2,715 per ounce. Local gold per tola in Pakistan surged by Rs. 2,200, reaching Rs. 282,700 per tola. Gold prices have seen a consistent rise in both global and local markets, continuing their upward momentum over the … Read more

Islamabad sealed over PTI protest, security tightened across country

Islamabad sealed over PTI protest, security tightened across country

The Islamabad administration has implemented extensive security measures ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest scheduled for November 24. Key areas, including the Red Zone and D-Chowk, have been fully sealed, with additional forces arriving from other provinces to assist Islamabad police. A total of 2,200 containers have been deployed to block 24 critical entry … Read more

Pakistan Shaheens-Sri Lanka A Match Relocated to Islamabad

Pakistan Shaheens

Pakistan Shaheens vs Sri Lanka A Match Relocation. The first 50-over match between Pakistan Shaheens and Sri Lanka A moved to Islamabad Club. The second four-day match ended in a draw at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. RAWALPINDI: The first 50-over match between Pakistan Shaheens and Sri Lanka A, originally scheduled for Monday at Rawalpindi Cricket … Read more

Lebanon reports 11 killed, 63 hurt in Israeli attack on Beirut

Lebanon reports 11 killed, 63 hurt in Israeli attack on Beirut

Lebanon’s health ministry reported that an Israeli strike on a central Beirut building early Saturday claimed 11 lives and injured 63 people, with the death toll expected to rise as rescue operations continued. “The Israeli strike on Basta al-Fawqa in Beirut resulted in 11 fatalities, including numerous body parts still being identified. The final count … Read more

Internet Services to be Suspended in Major Cities Tonight

Internet Services

Internet and broadband services will be suspended in several key cities, including Islamabad, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, and Gujranwala, starting from midnight tonight. Mobile phone services, however, will remain operational for the time being. The Interior Ministry has directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to enforce the suspension as part of heightened security measures ahead of … Read more

Tarar warns of strict action against illegal protestors in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said that strict action will be taken against anyone participating in the protest in Islamabad as it has been declared illegal by Islamabad High Court. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad on Saturday, he said there is no engagement with the PTI at any level. He … Read more

Transport services stopped across country

Transport services stopped across country

Bus stands across various cities, including Lahore, were shut down on Saturday ahead of the PTI protest scheduled for Sunday, leaving passengers stranded and worried due to the lack of public transport. The closure follows the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) call for a protest in Islamabad, prompting authorities to restrict transportation services to and from the … Read more

Nacta warns of potential terrorist threat during PTI protest in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: The National Counter Terrorism Authority (Nacta) has issued a security alert, warning of a potential terrorist threat from the Fitna-al-Khwarij group during the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest scheduled for November 24. NACTA has urged provincial governments to enforce strict security measures, cautioning that the Khwarij group might attempt terrorist attacks during the protest. The … Read more

Patient dies in ambulance after being denied passage at Jhelum Bridge

Patient dies in ambulance after being denied passage at Jhelum Bridge.

A tragic incident occurred when a patient died in an ambulance after being denied passage at the Jhelum Bridge. According to details, the patient was en route to the DHQ Hospital in Jhelum for emergency care. Video footage shared online shows the ambulance being stopped at the bridge, with authorities refusing to grant access despite … Read more

Toxic smog in Delhi forces school closures

Lahore tops global pollution list, Karachi ranks fifth

Confined to her family’s modest shanty in India’s smog-choked capital, nine-year-old Harshita Gautam struggled to follow her teacher’s instructions on a borrowed mobile phone. The device’s unreliable connection underscored the broader challenges millions of students face as toxic air forces yet another round of school closures. Nearly two million students in Delhi and its surrounding … Read more

WhatsApp Introduces Voice-to-Text Feature for Users

WhatsApp introduces new exciting features

WhatsApp has introduced a significant new feature, allowing users to transcribe voice messages into text, a capability that surpasses Telegram’s current offerings. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who prefer reading over listening, providing a convenient way to keep up with conversations in noisy environments or while on the move. The transcription process occurs … Read more

Today’s Gold Prices in Saudi Arabia – 23 November 2024

Today Gold Prices in Saudi Arabia

24-karat gold per tola in Saudi Arabia rose to 3,800 Saudi Riyals (SAR). 10 grams of gold were priced at SAR 3,262, while an ounce was at SAR 10,145. Gold market fluctuations globally necessitate staying updated on the latest figures. LAHORE: On Saturday, November 23, the rate of 24-karat gold per tola in Saudi Arabia … Read more

Section 144 imposed in federal capital Islamabad

Section 144 extended in Punjab till Nov 28 amid PTI protest

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad authorities have enforced Section 144 across the federal capital to ensure law and order in the city, following the directives of the Islamabad High Court on Saturday.

Police officials have assured that all necessary measures will be taken to implement Section 144 effectively.

Citizens are urged to refrain from participating in any illegal activities, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the law for collective safety, he said.

Resources are being utilized to safeguard the lives, properties, and assets of residents, with police actively present to maintain law and order in the city, he added.

Authorities have warned that strict action will be taken against those found violating the law to uphold peace and security in Islamabad.

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Rangers, Police arrest 7 suspects of banned outfit in Karachi

Rangers

KARACHI: Pakistan Rangers and Sindh Police have arrested seven operatives of banned outfit Baloch Liberation Authority (BLA) from Old Golimar area of Karachi on Saturday.

Spokesperson of Sindh Rangers said, Rangers and police in Karachi arrested 7 suspects belonging to the outlawed BLA while acting on a tip-off in Old Golimar.

The spokesperson said that the accused are involved in target killing, street crime and drug trafficking. The arrested suspected identified as Saber, Waleed, Adnan, Faisal, Muhammad Faheem, Sameer and and Ehsan Pathan.

He said that among the arrested suspects are those involved in killings, robberies, street crimes, drug trafficking and the accused of the banned organization BLA. The accused used to provide financial support to the banned organization BLA.

Spokesman Sindh Rangers said that the suspects belong to Kashif Dada, Naeem Dada, Kamal and Kashif Sindhi groups. The LEA recovered 8 nine mm pistols, 550 different types of ammunition, 16 mobile phones were recovered from the possession of the accused.

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Naqvi contacts PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar on IHC’s orders

Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reached out to PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar on Saturday following directives issued by the Islamabad High Court, sparking a detailed discussion on the prevailing situation.

During their conversation, Minister Naqvi emphasized adherence to the court’s decision, stating, “We are bound by the Islamabad High Court’s order. No processions, sit-ins, or rallies can be permitted under the current circumstances.”

The minister also briefed Barrister Gohar on the upcoming visit of a high-level delegation from Belarus, led by the Belarusian President.

The 80-member delegation is scheduled to arrive in Islamabad on November 24 and will remain in the city until November 27. The Belarusian President is set to arrive on November 25.

The minister highlighted the importance of ensuring a smooth visit for the delegation, citing it as a key reason for the restrictions on political activities.

In response, Barrister Gohar assured the minister that he would consult his party and provide a final decision.

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BTC TO USD – Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on Nov 23, 2024

As of Nov 23, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $98607.20. Bitcoin’s value in dollars reflects the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Investors and enthusiasts closely monitor these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin. Bitcoin price in Dollar Today Bitcoin to USD Rate: 98607.20 Dollar The price … Read more

BTC TO PKR – Today’s Bitcoin price in Pakistan on Nov 23, 2024

The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 27372607.69 on 23 Nov 2024. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 27372607.69 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic trends. The … Read more

Harry Kane scores hat-trick as Bayern Munich beats

Harry Kane

Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane scored a sensational hat-trick, including two stoppage-time goals, to help his side secure a 3-0 win over Augsburg on Friday. This victory extended Bayern’s lead at the top of the Bundesliga to eight points and marked their sixth consecutive clean sheet across all competitions. The Bavarians remain unbeaten in the Bundesliga … Read more

Two including a policeman killed in two separate blasts in Bajaur

Bajaur

PESHAWAR: Two people including a policeman were killed in two blasts in Bajaur District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

District Police Officer (DPO) Waqas Rafiq said that two people were killed in two separate bomb blasts in Tehsil Mamond of Bajaur district on Saturday morning.

Waqiz Rafiq said that the first bomb blast took place Airab area in the premises of  ​​Loi Mamond police station in which Malik Asghar was killed.

The second explosion took place in Menakhor area of ​​Loi Mamond police station in which police officer Ehsanullah was killed.

The DPO says that the police have started an investigation after the incidents of explosions, but no one has yet claimed responsibility.

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Pakistan issues visas to Indian Hindu pilgrims for Shadani Darbar

Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has issued 87 visas to Indian Hindu yatrees (pilgrims) for their visit to Pakistan to participate in the 316th birth anniversary celebrations of Shiv Avtari Stguru Sant Shadaram Sahib, at Shadani Darbar Hayat Pitafi, Sindh from 24 November to 04 December.

On the occasion, Charge d’ Affairs, Saad Ahmad Warraich wished the pilgrims a rewarding and fulfilling journey.

He further said that Pakistan remained committed to preserving sacred religious places as well as providing necessary facilitation to the visiting pilgrims.

“The issuance of visas is covered under the framework of Pakistan-India Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines of 1974,” it was added.

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ICC should revoke India, Pakistan hosting rights: Rashid Latif

Rashid Latif

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has proposed that the International Cricket Council (ICC) should revoke India and Pakistan’s hosting rights for global events from 2024 to 2031. His suggestion follows a dispute over the 2025 Champions Trophy, set to be hosted by Pakistan. The conflict began when the Board of Control for Cricket in India … Read more