Islamabad, Oct 4: Pakistan’s Test head coach, Jason Gillespie, has stressed the importance of fitness in preparing for the upcoming Test series against England. In a recent interview, Gillespie remarked, “We can’t afford to have players in international cricket who are not fit or strong enough to negotiate the rigors of the game. ” He highlighted the need for consistency and fine-tuning the team’s skills, following Pakistan’s 2-0 loss to Bangladesh. Fitness will now be a key focus moving forward. Appointed as Test coach in April, Gillespie is determined to help Pakistan regain its winning form. As the team prepares…
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Islamabad, Oct 4: Pakistan Sports Exports Up 4% in FY25 Pakistan’s exports of sports goods have seen a 4.27% increase in the first two months of the current fiscal year (2024-25), reaching $61.982 million compared to $59.442 million during the same period last year, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Within this sector, the export of footballs rose significantly by 8.35%, climbing from $35.728 million in July-August FY24 to $38.713 million during the same period in FY25.
Islamabad, Oct 4:England begins preparations for Test series against Pakistan in Multan England’s Test cricket team has begun its preparations for the eagerly awaited series against Pakistan, conducting practice sessions at the Multan Cricket Stadium. The players are focusing on sharpening their skills ahead of the first match. On the other hand, the Pakistan cricket team will observe a rest day today and return to practice tomorrow to finalize their strategies for the series opener. The first match of the Pakistan-England Test series is set to take place on October 7, promising a thrilling encounter for fans.
Islamabad, Oct 4: Health ministry issues new dengue advisory Islamabad has experienced a dramatic surge in dengue cases, increasing from 111 to 1,404 between September 9 and October 2. The Ministry of National Health Services and Regulations has issued an urgent advisory, indicating a heightened risk of dengue transmission due to heavy rainfall and favorable weather conditions. According to Dr. Zaeem Zia, the District Health Officer (DHO) of Islamabad, most dengue larvae breeding sites are found in homes, construction sites, and public areas. In response, DHO teams have launched extensive initiatives, including Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) and dengue prevention awareness…
Islamabad, Oct 4: The federal government has prepared 41 investment proposals ahead of Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang’s upcoming visit to Pakistan. Of these, 17 deals are in advanced stages and await only Chinese approval, as reported by the Express Tribune. One significant proposal includes a revised plan for an upgraded version of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Pakistan is also aiming to finalize funding for critical energy projects, such as the Kohala and Azad Pattan hydropower projects, along with the Gwadar coal power project. Additional proposals encompass agreements for offshore oil and gas exploration and a long-awaited currency swap…
Islamabad, Oct 4: : On Thursday, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Chief of the Naval Staff, officially opened the Bahria University College of Medicine (BUCM) in the Federal Capital. During the event, he praised Bahria University’s contributions and successes in delivering quality education across various disciplines, as reported by a news release from the Pakistan Navy. Admiral Ashraf highlighted the opportunities and challenges ahead, expressing confidence that BUCM would develop into a leading institution for exceptional medical education. He emphasized the importance of the professionalism, commitment, and dedication of the faculty members in establishing the college as one of the country’s top…
Islamabad, Oct 4: Urea Sales Down 35% in September 2024 Urea offtake in Pakistan experienced a significant decline of 35 percent year-on-year (YoY) in September 2024, falling to 365,000 tons from 564,000 tons during the same period last year, according to Arif Habib Limited. This drop is primarily attributed to weak agronomic conditions. When examining specific companies, the urea offtake for FFC and FFBL Group decreased by 8 percent YoY to 231,000 tons, while FATIMA’s sales fell by 20 percent YoY to 56,000 tons. EFERT faced a dramatic 71 percent YoY decrease in sales, largely due to higher urea prices…
Islamabad, Oct 4: Internet and mobile network services have been suspended in multiple cities across Pakistan, including Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The disruptions come ahead of a planned protest by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) at the well-known D-Chowk in Islamabad. Reports indicate that internet connectivity has also been affected in Karachi, with users experiencing difficulties accessing social media platforms. Earlier today, the Punjab government implemented Section 144 in four cities to prohibit political gatherings, protests, and rallies. The cities impacted are Lahore, Rawalpindi, Attock, and Sargodha. To help maintain order, Rangers personnel have been deployed in these areas. In Lahore, three companies…
Islamabad, Oct 4: The Power Division has successfully recovered over Rs119 billion in a nationwide crackdown on electricity theft, as reported by ARY News on Friday. This initiative, part of the Pakistani government’s and military leadership’s efforts to revive the country’s economy, is beginning to yield positive outcomes. Details indicate that a total of Rs119.79 billion has been recovered from individuals involved in electricity theft, with 85,572 arrests made since the operation commenced. Relevant authorities collected more than one billion rupees from electricity thieves in cities such as Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, Sukkur, Quetta, Hyderabad, and Islamabad between September…
Islamabad, Oct 4: Pakistan anticipates receiving investments totaling $27 billion from Gulf countries over the next five years through the Special Investment Facilitation Council, as stated by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal during a media briefing on Thursday. The minister revealed that the federal government has already provided project details to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. These investments, expected to materialize within the next five years, are likely to come from sovereign wealth funds and private investors, according to the Express Tribune. It’s worth noting that in November 2023, Jehanzeb Khan, Secretary of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)…
