ISLAMABAD: Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain on Saturday urged the Hajj welfare staff (Moavineen-e-Hujjaj) to perform their responsibilities with devotion as serving the pilgrims is a sacred duty. He said this on the occasion of orientation sessions held by the Hajj mission for supporting staff in Makkah to make them aware of assisting pilgrims during the Hajj days. Emphasising the need for effective communication, the minister suggested that guides fluent in various Pakistani languages should be deployed to assist pilgrims visiting the Haram Sharif for Umrah or prayers. “This move would enhance the experience of…
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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday urged the healthcare professionals to stay committed to their noble profession and knowledge by undertaking the responsibility towards the needy and deserving with compassion and empathy. Addressing a convocation ceremony of HBS Medical and Dental College, the deputy prime minister said that in the healthcare sector, the professionals should accord high priority to the needs of the deserving and needy and should not forget the high values taught by Islam which emphasized upon making of efforts for the betterment of others. Dar said that together, they could…
Simon Doull’s predictions highlight a strong belief in India, South Africa, Australia, and the West Indies as potential semi-finalists for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. He seems to have reservations about England’s performance, particularly in the West Indies conditions, citing their proficiency on batter-friendly pitches but expressing doubt about their adaptability to the conditions expected in the tournament. Given the tournament’s format, with teams progressing from group stages to the Super Eight and then to the semi-finals, these predictions indicate Doull’s assessment of each team’s capabilities in the T20 format and their potential to navigate through the different…
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab asked the prime minister for a comprehensive development package for the city, as the federal government is finalizing the budget for the upcoming year. The mayor asked the Center to develop plans for the nation’s business capital and implement them through elected local government during a press conference. He emphasized that Karachi should receive the same level of financial support from the federal government as it does from the province because it is the economic and revenue center. He provide minimal data regarding the financial support that was requested from the Center, notably requesting that Islamabad contribute…
A day-long seminar is being organized by Special Investment Facilitation Council’s Green Pakistan Initiative at Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University in Rawalpindi on Tuesday. The objective of this seminar is to educate the participants about Plant for Pakistan project, Climate Change and to encourage the youth to be a part of this campaign. During the seminar, the participants will also be informed about the land structure and forests of Pakistan. Forestry, Agriculture, Livestock and related experts have been invited to the seminar.On the occasion Plant for Pakistan app will be launched. The Plant for Pakistan project has diverse…
The United Nations Saturday welcomed the historic T20 Cricket World Cup, which gets underway on Monday in Long Island, New York, with the hope that the mega event will advance the cause of peace in the face of a world beset by a series of cascading challenges. “The United Nations fully supports and welcome these global sporting events which brings together countries on the sporting pitch for friendly and fair competition,” UN Secretary-General’s Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told media.when asked about the tournament in which 20 teams are competing for the coveted World Cup. The United States, where cricket is not…
ISLAMABAD: The government here on Friday announced decrease of Rs.4.74 in prices of per liter petrol, finance ministry said in a press release. The per liter petrol would be available now at Rs.268.36 with effective from June 1st, 2024 against its sale at Rs.273.10 during last fortnight.The prices of high speed diesel have also been reduced by Rs.3.86 per liter, bringing it down from Rs.274.08 to Rs.270.22. According to the statement, the prices of petroleum products have seen a decreasing trend in the international market during the last fortnight.The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has worked out the consumer…
The Men in Green, led by captain Babar Azam, will play their debut match at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas, Dallas, on Thursday, June 6, against the hosts USA. On Saturday, June 1, Pakistan will have its inaugural training session at the same location. Pakistan’s cricket team has touched down in the USA for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Under the leadership of captain Babar Azam, the Men in Green are set to kickstart their campaign against hosts USA at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas, Dallas on June 6. Their first practice session is scheduled for Saturday,…
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have made history in T20 cricket as the most successful opening pair. Their partnership has yielded 24 scores of 50-plus runs, surpassing the previous record held by Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle for RCB. Out of these, they’ve converted 10 into century partnerships, highlighting their remarkable consistency for Pakistan. In the 4th T20I against England, Babar Azam achieved another milestone. He became the first Pakistani and second overall to score 4,000 T20I runs, joining India’s Virat Kohli. Azam and Mohammad Rizwan now have 3,227 runs as a pair in T20 cricket, solidifying their status as…
Shaheen Shah Afridi has decided not to participate in this year’s edition of The Hundred, according to reports from The Telegraph. Despite being retained by Welsh Fire in the £100,000 category, he’s now considering signing with the Global T20 Canada league. The shorter duration of the Global T20 league allows him more time with his family, unlike The Hundred, which overlaps with his commitments. While he’s withdrawing from The Hundred, it’s not confirmed whether he’s officially committed to the Global T20 Canada league. Welsh Fire will soon announce a replacement pace bowler for the tournament, scheduled from July 23 to…
