Islamabad, Jan 12: The Champions Trophy 2025 fast approaching, Bangladesh has revealed their 15-man squad, becoming the third team to announce their roster after England and New Zealand. Key Highlights: Captaincy: Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the Bangladesh team in the tournament. Experienced Players: Mushfiqur Rahim makes a return to the limited-overs setup, alongside the experienced Mahmudullah Riyad. Pace Attack: The pace bowling department is well-equipped with Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Nahid Rana. Spin Attack: Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Nasum Ahmed will handle the spin bowling duties.
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Jan 12: Tajikistan Opens Visa Section at Consulate General in Karachi, Strengthening Bilateral Ties with Pakistan. Tajikistan has inaugurated a visa section at its Consulate General in Karachi, marking a significant step in enhancing relations between Pakistan and Tajikistan. This new facility is authorized to issue visas to Pakistani citizens wishing to visit Tajikistan. Key Highlights: The visa service was launched during an inauguration ceremony attended by Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori, Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Sharifzoda Yusuf Toir, and other diplomatic officials. The visa consular stationed in Karachi will handle visa applications initially, with plans to expand the…
Islamabad, Jan 12: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has announced that Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to restart direct flights to the United Kingdom (UK) by the end of February 2025. The announcement was made during his appearance on ARY News’ program “Aiteraz Hai”. In addition to resuming flights to the UK, PIA plans to expand its operations to 19 European destinations, including major cities such as Barcelona and Milan. The airline is also aiming to re-establish flight routes to the United States and Canada in the future. The minister emphasized that these initiatives are part of PIA’s strategy to…
Islamabad, Jan 12: According to a report by leading cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, 61% of Pakistani businesses consider data protection as the most critical concern for IT security. This aligns with global trends, as 33% of companies worldwide also identified data protection as a major issue. The Kaspersky IT Security Economics Report highlights that companies, both globally and in Pakistan, are increasingly concerned with the loss of productivity, securing complex tech environments, and ensuring data protection. This growing concern stems from the rising need for robust IT security frameworks due to the escalation of security challenges. In Pakistan, businesses also face…
Islamabad, Jan 12: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Introduces Financial Assistance Program for Families of Deceased Breadwinners The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government, led by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, has launched a new financial assistance program aimed at providing relief to the families of deceased breadwinners. Under this program: Families of deceased breadwinners under the age of 60 will receive Rs1 million. Families of deceased breadwinners aged over 60 will be granted Rs500,000. This initiative is being promoted as part of the Chief Minister’s vision to transform KP into a model state, often referred to as the “State of Madinah”. In a…
Islamabad, Jan 12: Pakistan’s benchmark interest rate stands at 11.89 percent, according to the latest data from the State Bank of Pakistan. This is lower than the central bank’s key lending rate, which is 13 percent, reflecting a 111 basis points (bps) gap between the two rates. According to Topline Securities, the key lending rate has now dropped to approximately a three-year low, marking a significant reduction from its peak of 24.68 percent in the past 18 months. This decrease is attributed to a steady decline in inflation, which has led to the central bank’s easing of monetary policy. The…
Islamabad, Jan 12: In a move to enhance regulatory oversight, the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has instructed private housing societies to promptly submit reports on their adherence to established rules and regulations. This directive came during a meeting held on Saturday, chaired by Additional Director General Awais Manzoor Tarar. The meeting was convened to review the compliance of various private housing schemes with the Private Housing Scheme (PHS) Rules and the approved Layout Plans (LOPs). Representatives from key RDA departments, including Engineering, Estate Management, Planning, and Building Control, were in attendance, highlighting the comprehensive approach to regulatory enforcement. During the…
Islamabad, Jan 12: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has made significant changes to the Regassified Liquified Natural Gas (RLNG) prices for January 2025, impacting both Sui Northern Pipeline Gas Limited (SNGPL) and Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL). For SNGPL, RLNG transmission prices have decreased by 1.98%, dropping from $11.96 per MMBtu in December to $11.72 per MMBtu in January. Similarly, the RLNG distribution price for SNGPL has also fallen by 1.81%, from $12.89 per MMBtu in December to $12.66 per MMBtu in January On the other hand, RLNG prices for SSGCL have experienced a slight increase. The…
Islamabad, Jan 12: New Zealand has announced a formidable 15-man squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, with Mitch Santner set to lead the team as captain. Santner, the dynamic all-rounder, will look to guide the BlackCaps to their second Champions Trophy title. The squad features several key players, including captain Mitch Santner, star batsman Kane Williamson, explosive opener Devon Conway, rising all-rounder Rachin Ravindra, and pace spearhead Matt Henry. Together, these players form a well-balanced side with a mix of experience and youthful energy, positioning New Zealand as one of the dark horses in the competition. Key Players in…
Islamabad, Jan 12: The Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) has carried out its re-composition exercise for two key indices, the Mahaana Islamic Index (MII30) and the Meezan Pakistan Index (MZNPI), based on the latest market data. These changes will be effective starting Monday, January 13, 2025. Mahaana Islamic Index (MII30) Updates As part of the MII30 re-composition, several companies have been added, while others have been excluded. Notable companies joining the index include: Oil & Gas Development Company Limited International Industries Limited Engro Holdings Limited International Steels Limited GlaxoSmithKline Pakistan Limited K-Electric Limited
