Day: October 10, 2024

Brook and Root record partnership put England in sight of win in first Test

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 England dominated the fourth day’s play against Pakistan as the hosts were 152 for six in their second innings, trailing by 115 runs to avoid an innings defeat in the first Test match at the Multan Cricket Stadium. Pakistan got off to a poor start in their second innings with a deficit of 267 runs, as they lost six wickets for 82 in 24.2 overs. Salman Ali Agha (41 not out, 49b, 5x4s) and Aamir Jamal (27 not out, 48b, 2x4s) returned undefeated as the pair added an unbeaten 70-run…

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President is in Turkmenistan to attend forum about peace, development

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President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Turkmenistan today to attend two day International Forum on “Interrelation of Times and Civilizations-Basis of Peace and Development” commencing in Ashgabat. International Forum is being held to mark 300th birth anniversary of Magtymguly Faragi, a great Turkmen thinker, poet and philosopher. At the Forum, President Zardari will underline importance of values of peace, unity and development for the region. He is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with Turkmen leadership on sidelines of Forum.

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PML-N President, PPP Chairman discuss country’s economic situation

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President of the Pakistan Muslim League-N, Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held a meeting at Punjab House in Islamabad today (Thursday). Both leaders expressed their satisfaction over the country’s improving economic situation, noting a decrease in inflation and the policy rate. They highlighted the positive trends in economic indicators and a record 8.8 billion dollars in remittances from overseas Pakistanis. The meeting also focused on the importance of rapid relief efforts for the public, which they viewed as a positive sign. They…

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President vows to ensure safety, security of Chinese nationals

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President Asif Ali Zardari visited Chinese Embassy in Islamabad today (Thursday) and offered heartfelt condolences over the tragic killing of Chinese nationals in a terrorist attack in Karachi. Strongly condemning the terrorist attack, the President reiterated the resolve to bring the perpetrators of this heinous act of crime to justice. He expressed Pakistan’s solidarity with Chinese brothers and sisters in this hour of grief. Talking to the Chinese Ambassador, Jiang Zaidong, President Asif Ali Zardari said Chinese government and people are contributing to the socio-economic development of Pakistan. He said…

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We will continue to be Pakistan’s partner and help it achieve economic stability : Saudi Minister

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Addressing the Business Forum, Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih said his country has been and will continue to be Pakistan’s partner and help it achieve economic stability. He was appreciative of the economic improvement witnessed by Pakistan over the last two years, describing it as impressive. The Saudi Minister stated agreements and MOUs worth over two billion dollars will be signed with Pakistan today. He emphasized the Kingdom is also committed to a front-end investment in Pakistan totaling five billion dollars. This commitment was made during Prime Minister Shehbaz…

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Pakistan committed to work closely with KSA: Deputy PM

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Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed Pakistan’s firm commitment to working closely with Saudi Arabia to explore the potential for cooperation in various fields between the two countries. Addressing Pak-Saudi Business Forum in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan offers a wide range of investment opportunities especially in the areas of IT, mines and minerals, renewable energy and agriculture and livestock. The Deputy Prime Minister said Pakistan is actively fostering innovation, enhancing its infrastructure and streamlining regulatory framework to create an investment friendly climate. Ishaq Dar said the visit of Saudi…

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SCO meeting to strengthen regional cooperation: Attaullah

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Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar says holding the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad will pave way for strengthening regional cooperation and resolving common issues. Addressing a media workshop organized by China Media Group in Islamabad today, he said it is great honour for Pakistan to host the SCO Summit. The Information Minister said the SCO Summit is taking place at the time when our economy is on a positive trajectory and the economic indicators are showing positive trends. The Minister said the country received…

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Efforts underway to improve power companies: Leghari

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Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari says concerted efforts are being made to achieve the target of eight to ten rupees per unit reduction in the electricity tariff in the next few months. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad, he highlighted efforts to reduce the cost of electricity generation, saying that the government is reviewing agreements with power plants and independent power producers (IPPs) through mutual understanding. He said that government has revisited agreements with five independent power producers through mutual consultations, which will help save four hundred…

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PM announces termination of contracts with five IPPs

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the termination of contracts with five Independent Power Producers (IPPs) saying this will lead to reduction in the prices of electricity. Chairing the federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad today, he said this has been done after the mutual consent of the owners of the IPPs. The Prime Minister informed the Cabinet that only the outstanding amounts owed to these IPPs will be paid, without any interest. He highlighted that termination of these contracts will save power consumers about sixty billion rupees and provide a…

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A Call for Truth and Reconciliation in Pakistan

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By Ndileka Mandela As Pakistan faces one of its most challenging political and social periods, I am reminded of the journey my own country, South Africa, traveled not so long ago. Like Pakistan, we too experienced deep divisions that tested our nation’s resilience and unity. However, through a process of truth and reconciliation, we found a way forward. It is with a sincere hope for peace and stability that I offer this advice to Pakistan: consider embracing a model of truth and reconciliation, a path that prioritizes healing and national…

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