BEIJING: China is the world’s largest cherry market and Pakistan has reached a milestone by exporting its first shipment of fresh cherries to China Utilising a reefer container, Pakistan aims to export 260 tonnes of fresh cherries to China in reefer containers by the end of June. This achievement is a result of a phytosanitary agreement signed between China and Pakistan in 2022, which granted Pakistani fresh cherries access to the Chinese market. Fruit farmers in Pakistan’s northern Gilgit-Baltistan region are optimistic that their new access to the Chinese market will bolster the local economy and the successful dispatch of…
Author: Iqra Khan
Azhar Ali and Rashid Latif are expressing valid concerns about the suitability of the venues chosen for cricket matches, particularly in Florida and New York. The potential for severe weather and substandard pitch conditions could significantly affect the quality of the games and even lead to match cancellations. Their calls for the International Cricket Council (ICC) to consider relocating the matches to more suitable venues or taking prompt action to address the issues are reasonable. The ICC should prioritize the welfare of the players and the integrity of the game by ensuring that matches are played under optimal conditions. Latif’s…
The Punjab government announced an ambitious budget for the fiscal year 2024–25, announcing a major push to give free solar systems to the province’s low-electricity consumers. The goal of this action is to lessen households’ financial burden from excessive electricity bills. The “Roshan Gharana Program” program is emphasized in the budget document as a vital step in aiding domestic users. In the first phase, the programme, which has a budget of Rs 9.5 billion, would provide free full solar systems to households using up to 100 units of power. All related costs will be paid for by the Punjab government, guaranteeing…
The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue argued in favor of eliminating all taxes from digital applications, pointing out that a sizable portion of young people use social media and freelance online, which also helps with remittances abroad.The committee members also suggested taxing phone use over $500 in income. The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue held its first meeting at Parliament House with the aim of examining and completing the recommendations about the Finance Bill, 2024. This bill includes the Annual Budget Statement that was given to the house on June 12th. The chairman opened the meeting…
The Federal government has drawn up a Rs. 1,190 billion subsidy plan for the power industry,in the new federal budget.These subsidies exceed the Rs. 585 billion allotted for the current fiscal year by 104%, or Rs. 606 billion. Important estimates from the government documents include: Balochistan’s agricultural tube wells will cost Rs. 9.5 billion. Rs. 276 billion for distribution companies’ (DISCOs’) pricing differentials Rs. 65 billion in subsidies for the districts that combined The tariff disparity for Karachi Electric is Rs. 74 billion. The tariff disparity in Azad Jammu and Kashmir is about Rs. 108 billion. The government has increased subsidies…
Scotland batter Michael Jones has affirmed his team’s readiness to face Australia in their final group match of the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Michael Jones welcomed Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood’s remarks regarding potentially manipulating Scotland’s match to eliminate England, finding them amusing, and humorously expressed his desire to witness David Warner opening the bowling for Australia.
Kubra Khan, a renowned Pakistani actress, admitted her lack of interest in cricket but revealed that Pakistan’s young fast-bowling sensation, Naseem Shah, is the sole reason she watches the sport. Kubra Khan, in an interview, praised Pakistan’s young fast-bowler Naseem Shah, citing his impressive performance against India in the T20 World Cup. She expressed disappointment at the criticism faced by talented players despite their good performances. Notably, Naseem has garnered celebrity fans previously, including Indian actress Urvashi Rautela, who confessed her admiration for him and sparked rumors of a connection during the Asia Cup 2022. Recently, Indian actress Sonam Bajwa…
Former Indian cricketer S Sreesanth has expressed his preference for seeing the United States team over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 round. Despite Pakistan’s recent struggles in the tournament, Sreesanth believes their chances of making it to the Super 8 remain challenging due to systemic issues within their cricketing setup, echoing sentiments shared by cricketing legends like Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis. Sreesanth emphasized the need for Pakistan to revamp their domestic leagues and overall system to improve their performance. In contrast, he commended the United States team for their planning and execution over the past…
At the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, on Friday, Afghanistan won the toss and chose to put Papua New Guinea into bat. They then knocked them out for a meager 95 runs in 19.5 overs. PNG made a disastrous start to their innings, losing 17-4 in the fourth over, severely hurting their chances of amassing a substantial score. Fazalhaq Farooqi, an Afghan bowler, distinguished himself for his team with impressive stats of 3-16 in four overs. With 27 runs in 32 balls, Kiplin Doriga, the wicketkeeper-batter, recorded the best score for PNG. Afghanistan will advance to the tournament’s Super…
The stakes couldn’t be higher for Pakistan as they closely watch today’s pivotal match between Ireland and the USA. A win for Ireland is crucial for Pakistan’s advancement in the T20 World Cup, while a victory for the USA would see them through to the Super 8 stage. Despite the looming threat of a washout, the improved weather conditions offer a glimmer of hope for a conclusive outcome. Every ball bowled will be crucial, and Pakistan’s fate hangs in the balance as they await the result with bated breath. With the weather forecast showing promising signs, there’s a hopeful…
