Pakistan

Farooq Hameed, Pakistan’s Test cap number 48, passed away on Thursday at the age of 80. He represented Pakistan in one Test match against Australia in December 1964 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where he claimed the wicket of former Australian captain Ian Chappell. A right-arm fast bowler, Farooq Hameed played 43 first-class matches from 1961 to 1970, taking 111 …

The recent implementation of sweeping tariffs by the U.S. administration has led to significant turmoil in the stock market, with the S&P 500 experiencing a sharp decline of 4.9%, the Nasdaq dropping 6%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling nearly 1,700 points. This downturn has resulted in a substantial loss of market capitalization, echoing the market’s vulnerability to trade …

Australia’s political landscape is dynamic and multifaceted, shaped by its unique electoral systems, evolving party dynamics, and pressing national issues. As the nation approaches the federal election on May 3, 2025, understanding these elements is crucial for comprehending the current political climate. Electoral Framework Australia employs a distinctive electoral system that combines compulsory voting, preferential voting, and proportional representation. Compulsory …

Former Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir has expressed interest in participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) starting in 2026. His eligibility hinges on acquiring British citizenship, facilitated through his wife, Narjis, who is a UK citizen. Amir has indicated that obtaining a UK passport would allow him to register for the IPL, following the precedent set by former Pakistani …

The overwhelming response to Muzz’s events has allowed them to expand beyond Lahore and Islamabad to Karachi, and now a Pakistan-wide ‘Baat Pakki’ tour in May, with tickets already live in the app. While Muzz is known for its disruptive approach to digital matchmaking, these offline events are carving out a new space in Pakistan’s rishta culture – and Pakistanis …

Pakistan’s exports to the United States, valued at nearly $6 billion, are now under a little bit of danger following US President Donald Trump’s latest reciprocal tariff adjustments on more than 180 countries. “Pakistan US trade relations, tariff adjustments, export market”The recent reciprocal tariff adjustments announced by US President Donald Trump have sent shockwaves through the global trade community, and …

In a recent statement, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shared his insights on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the workforce. According to Gates, AI will inevitably replace humans in most tasks, but there are three professions that will remain immune to automation. The Rise of AI and Automation AI has been advancing at an unprecedented rate, transforming industries and …

The South China Sea functions as one of the most strategically important areas between nations despite its continuous status as an international dispute zone. The South China Sea embraces 3.5 million square kilometers of land territory where international shipping routes cross through substantial natural reservoirs but exists within an area disputed by multiple neighboring nations. The strategic South China Sea …

geopolitical impact of North Korea’s nuclear crisis. This simply is not about one country’s nuclear pursuits; it is more about its impacts on other nations and the action they take to counter them. This lead to repercussion, impacting international relations, security, and the global economy. So, let’s break it down.First, let’s set the stage and zoom into the far-east. North …

Trump’s Tariff War Against China and the Expansion of Tariff Policies: Implications for Pakistan. Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff war against China marked a significant shift in global trade policies, disrupting supply chains and reshaping economic alliances. Initially aimed at reducing the U.S. trade deficit and curbing China’s economic rise, Trump’s aggressive tariff policies extended beyond China, affecting multiple …