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From revenge to economy: PML-N announces policy shift after London meetings

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LONDON: In a major policy statement on the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) narrative, former finance minister Ishaq Dar said that party supremo Nawaz Sharif’s focus is not on revenge, but on nation-building upon his return to the country on October 21.  Nawaz has left his matter to Allah to punish his tormentors and those who threw him out of power using illegal, vindictive and unethical means, said Dar while speaking to journalists outside the former premier’s temporary party headquarters in London.  He added that the three-time prime minister does not believe in revenge and…

Bangladesh’s first World Cup umpire reveals secret for his success

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Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid, a former top-class cricketer who is set to become the first Bangladeshi umpire in a World Cup match, has attributed his historic appointment to the “thick skin” he developed over the years in the face of relentless criticism.  Ahead of the ICC World Cup opening on October 5, Sharfuddoula, aged 46, revealed that the challenging world of cricket umpiring in Bangladesh prepared him for this moment, according to AFP. “We are criticised unduly most of the time… we have to have a thick skin, that’s what I developed,”…

Pakistani school bags 2023 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education

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Isamabad-based Pakistan Alliance for Girls Education has been announced as one of the two laureates of the 2023 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education. According to a statement issued on Thursday, the Prize’s international jury recognised the school as an outstanding model of a locally-led initiative that effectively raises awareness of girls and women’s right to education. The Prize honours the outstanding contributions of individuals, institutions and organisations to advance girls’ and women’s education, and showcases successful projects promoting best practices in the field. The award is a diploma…

Blast near Mastung mosque kills 7, injures 25

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QUETTA/MASTUNG: A massive explosion Friday rocked Balochistan’s Mastung district leaving at least seven dead and over 25 people injured. The district’s assistant commissioner said the blast was of a “massive nature” and took place near a mosque where people were gathering to mark Eid Miladun Nabi. The district’s station house officer (SHO) informed Geo News about the number of injured in the blast.

ICC World Cup 2023: Pakistan YouTubers say they did not apply for Indian visas

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Pakistani YouTubers on Thursday denied rumours of being denied an Indian visa for the ICC World Cup 2023, saying that they did not apply for it. Social media reports claimed YouTubers Nadir Ali, Momin Saqib, Saadur Rehman aka “Ducky Bhai” and a UAE-based Indian TikToker known as “Love Khaani”, who pretends to be a Pakistani, have not been issued visas for the mega event. These rumours gained strength following unexpected delays in granting visas to Pakistani players who had to change their plans for the tournament and reached Hyderabad last night. Responding…

Massive explosion rocks Tashkent airport in Uzbekistan

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A massive explosion has been reported near Tashkent Airport, the capital of Uzbekistan in Thursday’s wee hours. The blast, which was felt more than 30 kilometers away, has raised considerable concerns among authorities and the public. The explosion is believed to have originated at a customs warehouse close to the airport. Although details surrounding the incident remain limited at this time, the event has sparked widespread concern and garnered immediate attention. Eyewitnesses, as cited by the news website Nova24, described the explosion as having caused a column of flames and smoke…

Two suspects linked to sight impairing injections arrested

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LAHORE: Police have arrested two men allegedly involved in production and supply of substandard injections days after the shocking case of vision impairment caused by the eye jabs in 40 diabetic patients surfaced in Lahore. Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi revealed the development linked to the case during media talk in the provincial capital on Wednesday. He revealed that the names of some influential personalities have come to the fore in connection to the scandal. “Leniency will be shown to no one,” the provincial chief executive said while vowing…

Can England secure consecutive World Cup victories in limited-overs cricket?

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England are set to venture into the World Cup in India with a strong determination—to become only the third team in history to successfully defend their title, solidifying their standing as a dominant force in white-ball cricket.  The journey towards this ambition has been marked by both challenges and triumphs. Not too long ago, in 2015, England faced a humiliating exit from the World Cup group stage. The defeat against Bangladesh in Adelaide proved to be a turning point. Following this setback, Andrew Strauss took charge as the managing director…

Tragic blaze claims over 100 lives and injures 150 at wedding hall in Iraq

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A devastating fire at a wedding hall in Iraq’s northern Nineveh province has claimed the lives of over 100 people and left approximately 150 individuals injured, as reported by state media.  The horrific incident unfolded as fireworks were lit during the celebration at a large events hall in the northeastern region. The aftermath of the tragedy saw civil defence teams tirelessly searching the charred remains of the building for survivors, their efforts stretching into the early hours of Wednesday.  Deputy Governor of Nineveh, Hassan al-Allaq, confirmed that at least 113…

Gen Z three times more vulnerable to online scams than boomers, study warns

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Young Americans, often hailed as the tech-savvy generation, are finding themselves in the crosshairs of a growing online scam epidemic.  A recent study conducted by Deloitte has sounded the alarm, revealing that Generation Z, aged between 14 and 26, is more than three times as likely to be ensnared by online scams than their Baby Boomer grandparents, those aged between 58 and 76. In a digital age where our lives are intertwined with the internet, the study’s findings revealed that familiarity with technology doesn’t necessarily equate to online safety. Among…