Pakistan

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has shared his predictions for the national squad ahead of the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) official announcement for the upcoming limited-overs tour of New Zealand. The squad for five T20Is and three ODIs will be unveiled on Tuesday during a media conference at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, where interim head coach Aqib Javed will reveal the …

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s conversation with his legal team in Adiala Jail:”I strongly condemn the tragic martyrdom of Maulana Hamid ul Haq and his companions as a result of the explosion at Jamia Haqqania in Akora Khattak . May Allah elevate the ranks of the martyrs and grant patience to their families. Ameen.Since the regime change in Pakistan, the …

Australia, South Africa and New Zealand cricket teams are not interested in visiting Dubai to play ICC Champions Trophy cricket matches, reported the 24NewsHD TV channel on Sunday. Sources said that all the teams were of the view that due to one team (India), the entire schedule of the Champions Trophy matches had been affected .The players said that only …

PTI Central Secretary for Information Waqas Akram Sheikh claimed that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is being held in a d*ath cell at Adiala Jail in solitary confinement, despite legal provisions allowing meetings. Addressing a press conference, Sheikh stated that court orders permitting six visitors are being ignored, and even Khan’s family and legal team are denied access. He revealed …

Pakistan’s headline inflation dropped to 1.5% year-on-year in February 2025, marking the lowest level since September 2015, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell by 0.8% after a slight 0.2% rise in January. The average CPI for the first eight months of FY25 stands at 5.85%, a sharp decline from 27.96% in the …

Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir, while emphasizing self-responsibility, advised the youth to avoid baseless criticism and instead focus on their duties and performance. Speaking to university students in Bahawalpur, he reaffirmed the army’s commitment to empowering young talent. He urged students to pursue academic excellence and develop skills to contribute to national progress. General Munir highlighted the youth’s …

Understanding the Current Trends Pakistan’s inflation rate has been a topic of concern in recent years. According to the latest data, the inflation rate in Pakistan decreased to 2.40% in January 2025 from 4.10% in December 2024 ¹. This decline is a positive sign, but it’s essential to delve deeper into the inflation index to understand the current trends .Historical …

In a landmark achievement for Pakistan’s burgeoning space capabilities, the nation is on the cusp of sending its first astronaut into space, thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration with China. This monumental event not only symbolizes a significant leap for Pakistan’s space program but also highlights the strengthening ties between two countries committed to advancing their technological frontiers. The Journey to …

The government has set the Nisab-e-Zakat for the Islamic year 1445-46 A.H. at Rs. 179,689, marking an increase of Rs. 44,519 from last year. Zakat at 2.5% will be deducted from accounts meeting this threshold on March 2, 2025, the first day of Ramazan. Accounts below this limit will be exempt under the Zakat and Ushr Ordinance, 1980. Banks and …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched the Rs20 billion Ramazan package 2025 to support deserving families during the holy month. Each family will receive Rs5,000, along with discounts on various items at utility stores. The cash assistance will be distributed through a digital system to ensure transparency and eliminate long queues. The package is being implemented nationwide, benefiting families from Karachi …