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  • How many dollars will Pakistan get in the World Cup?

    How many dollars will Pakistan get in the World Cup?

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a total prize money of 10 million dollars for the World Cup. On November 19, the winning team will be awarded four million dollars, while the team that loses the final will not return empty-handed. A prize money of two million dollars will be given to the runners up. Each group match-winning team will be awarded 40 thousand dollars per match.

    The six teams that do not qualify for the semi-finals will be given one lac dollars each, the losing semi-final teams will receive eight million dollars.

    Pakistan has won four group matches and their prize money of $160,000 has already been paid, but the prizes will continue to increase on further achievements. According to ICC’s financial model 2017 to 2023, ICC India will get a major share of the revenue.

  • Two policemen martyred in suspected militants attack on oil company in Dera Ismail Khan

    Two policemen martyred in suspected militants attack on oil company in Dera Ismail Khan

    Suspected militants on Tuesday attacked an oil and gas company in Dera Ismail Khan (DI Khan), resulting in two police officials being martyred and three getting injured.

    The Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) confirmed that the terrorist attack occurred in Drazanda tehsil of DI Khan.

    The injured police officials and the bodies were shifted to hospitals, said the DSP. He also confirmed that one of the injured policemen is in a critical condition.

    The DSP stated that police officials were deployed for security of the oil company, adding that the search for terrorists is underway.

    Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari condemned the attack, stating that strict action is required to wipe out terrorists from Pakistan.

    This was the fifth attack on DI Khan in the last few days.

    Earlier, on Monday, militants attacked the Gul Imam police station in Tank Area, DI Khan.

  • Record-breaking bullish streak: PSX surpasses 54,000 mark for the first time in history

    Record-breaking bullish streak: PSX surpasses 54,000 mark for the first time in history

    The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its bullish momentum, with the KSE-100 Index surpassing the historic 54,000 level during intra-day trading on Tuesday.

    At 11:25 am, the benchmark index stood at 54,247.74, marking a 0.72 per cent increase of 387.38 points.

    On the preceding day, the KSE-100 index gained 737 points, closing at 53,860.37, marking a record-high closing level.

    On Tuesday, various sectors demonstrated mixed performance. Commercial banks, oil and gas exploration companies, and OMCs traded positively, while automobile assemblers, chemical, and fertiliser sectors faced losses.

    Financial experts attribute this bullish trend to improved macroeconomic indicators. Notably, Pakistan’s current account deficit shrank to $8 million in September 2023, compared to $360 million in the same month in 2022, due to reduced imports.

    Additionally, the Consumer Price Index (CPI)-based inflation in Pakistan decreased to 26.9 per cent in October.

    Market sentiment is optimistic as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is currently reviewing the stand-by arrangement (SBA), which is expected to result in additional financial inflows into the country.

    According to experts, KSE-100 shows no signs of slowing down, with expectations of a successful IMF review and potential monetary easing in upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings.

    While occasional profit-taking may occur, a significant increase in valuation is anticipated over the next 12 months.

  • ‘Imran will lead the nation from jail’: PTI Core Committee

    ‘Imran will lead the nation from jail’: PTI Core Committee

    Former ruling party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has declared its intention to participate in the upcoming general elections across all constituencies in the country.

    The decision was made following a key meeting of the party’s core committee.

    The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) had previously confirmed that the general elections will take place on February 8, 2024, after the Supreme Court’s instructions.

    The announcement followed consultations with President Arif Alvi in response to the apex court’s directives.

    The Imran Khan-led party, in its statement, reiterated its determination to take part in electoral politics, adding that “Coercion and fascism will not deter [PTI] from contesting the elections.”

    Addressing former prime minister and party chairman Imran Khan’s incarceration, the statement said: “The PTI chairman will lead the nation after being released [from Adiala jail]”.

    “If the chairman is kept incarcerated, [then] he will lead the nation from the jail,” it added.

    As per Imran Khan’s instructions, the party is set to actively engage in the national and provincial assembly elections, undeterred by any form of coercion or suppression, the core committee affirmed.

    The committee paid glowing tributes to the party chairman for demonstrating “unparalleled courage, resilience, and determination”.

    Imran Khan stands as an embodiment of struggle, resistance, maturity, determination, and perseverance in the pursuit of genuine liberation for the nation, the committee noted, highlighting the chairman’s “unwavering resolve” despite his nearly 100-day “unjust incarceration”.

    Members of the committee highlighted that Imran Khan’s “bravery and unwavering commitment” to not compromise on the true freedom of the nation serve as a wellspring of inspiration for the 240 million Pakistanis.

    The PTI also plans to release a ‘White Paper’ outlining the alleged failures of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and the caretaker government, which, they claim, have contributed to the country’s economic crisis.

    Notably, the PTI has voiced concerns about the lack of a level playing field in the upcoming elections, a sentiment echoed by the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). Both parties have alleged biased treatment favoring the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N).

    Meanwhile, as political parties gear up for the elections, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the leader of the PML-N, has directed party members to begin their preparations for the upcoming polls during a recent meeting in Lahore.

  • Wasim Akram’s first rap song goes viral

    Wasim Akram’s first rap song goes viral

    Pakistan’s left-arm great Wasim Akram surprised everyone by improvising and singing a rap song during a sports show.

    Fakhre Alam asked Wasim to rap and the former bowler didn’t disappoint. “Tu mere pas aa, main tery saath jaon; Tera abbu aayega, teri ammi se poochega; tu mere ghar aa; aa ve jaaaa,” leaving everyone laughing on the panel.

    The rap video has gone viral on social media and is getting hilarious reaction by fans. Here are some reactions:

  • Emergency declared amidst Congo fever outbreak in Quetta

    Emergency declared amidst Congo fever outbreak in Quetta

    Authorities in Balochistan have declared a health emergency in the province amidst an outbreak of the deadly Congo fever. An outbreak of the viral disease has claimed the life of one doctor while 44 cases have been reported.

    The decision was made by Chief Minister Ali Mardan Domki in Quetta to prevent the further spread of the disease. Local administration has been asked to stay alert, a ban has been imposed on private slaughterhouses in Quetta under section 144 and a directive has been issued to the livestock department to immediately spray disinfectants in cattle markets.

    According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Congo fever is caused by a tick-borne virus called “Nairovirus”, transmitted via tick bites or through infected animals’ blood. It causes Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF), a severe viral haemorrhagic fever with a fatality rate of 10 to 40 percent.

    Dr Shukrullah Langove, who got infected with the virus, died on Sunday while he was being moved to Karachi by road. It was claimed by the Young Doctor’s Association that his life could have been saved, had swift action been taken. About 11 more healthcare providers including doctors, nurses, and paramedics, have also tested positive. The caretaker setup has declared the deceased doctor a martyr and announced benefits for his family. As for the other patients, it has been decided that they will be shifted to Karachi via air ambulance.

  • No, Babar Azam has not bought a sherwani from an Indian designer

    No, Babar Azam has not bought a sherwani from an Indian designer

    Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has denied news reports that stated that he has purchased an expensive designer sherwani and jewelry in India, terming the rumors fabricated and baseless.

    On Instagram, Babar Azam reshared an Insta story of the PR company acting as the player’s agent from his official account and denied the reports. In this post, it is written, “We strongly deny the rumors circulating on various media platforms that Babar Azam is busy buying expensive clothes and jewelry in India during the World Cup.” The rumors were surprising even for Babar himself.

    Indian media reported last week that Babar Azam had bought a sherwani worth INR seven lacs from fashion designer Sabyasachi during the ongoing World Cup 2023 in India.

  • Here is an update on Haris Rauf’s rib strain

    Here is an update on Haris Rauf’s rib strain

    Pakistan cricket team fast bowler Haris Rauf has undergone an MRI at a local hospital in Kolkata after suffering a rib strain.

    In the match against New Zealand in Bengaluru, Haris Rauf also left the ground due to a strained rib, he was feeling pain and strain in his rib. After reaching Kolkata, Haris Rauf underwent an MRI at a local hospital.

    Sources say that the report is not dangerous and it was a routine test. There is still time for the match against England and it is hoped that he will recover completely soon.

  • ‘I walked to my home, spent a week in silence, biggest moment of my life’: Trump claims Khan was delighted about Iran operative death

    ‘I walked to my home, spent a week in silence, biggest moment of my life’: Trump claims Khan was delighted about Iran operative death

    Former American President Donald Trump is revealing about the killing of Iran’s master operative General Qassem Soleimani in 2020 just before COVID took over the world.

    Trump said that former Prime Minister Imran Khan ‘rejoiced’ at the killing.

    “There was a Khan, a great cricket player, he became the head of Pakistan, he said it was the single biggest thing I can ever remember happening in my life when Soleimani was killed,” Trump said.

    He further claimed that Khan said, “I left my office, I walked to my home, I stayed in my home in solitude for one week, It was the biggest event that ever happened to me. He was the biggest cricket player. That’s like being a great NFL player or a great baseball player. He was said to be just about the best handsome guy. He became the boss, Pakistan.”

    Trump was addressing a campaign rally in Houston, Texas, a city with a large Pakistani diaspora population.

    However, Trump’s claim of Imran Khan going into seclusion seems to be untrue. Journalist Omar Warraich pointed out in a X thread that Khan addressed a rally in his hometown Mianwali, the very next day and did not mention Soleimani’s assassination in the speech.

    Trump’s claim that Imran Khan walked from his office, the Prime Minister Secretariat, to his home, Bani Gala, also seems to be untrue. It has never been reported that Khan ever walked home, a distance of roughly 15 kilometers.

    The United States assassinated Qasem Soleimani with a drone strike in Baghdad on January 3, 2020. Soleimani was an Iranian general, the country’s most powerful commander, widely considered to be the most important person in Iran after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.

    Soleimani was the leader of the Revolutionary Guards’ Quds Force, a pivotal figure in managing Iran’s campaign to drive U.S. forces out of Iraq, and built up Iran’s network of proxy armies across the Middle East. Washington accused Soleimani of masterminding attacks by Iranian-aligned militias on U.S. forces in the region.

  • After Selena Gomez faces backlash on Palestine, her beauty brand donates to Gaza

    After Selena Gomez faces backlash on Palestine, her beauty brand donates to Gaza

    Selena Gomez landed in controversy after she released a tone-deaf statement about the Israeli onslaught on Gaza where more than 10,000 civilians have been killed in airstrikes. Selena joined more than 400 celebrities who signed a petition calling for US President Joe Biden to ensure a ceasefire in Gaza.

    The singer’s bestselling beauty brand ‘Rare Beauty’ has announced it will be making donations to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society and International Red Cross/ Red Crescent Society, as well as to UNICEF to provide urgent medical and humanitarian relief to the civilians of Gaza.

    “Rare Beauty will be making donations to the International Red Cross/Red Crescent Societies – Magen David Adom, & Palestinian Red Crescent Society – who are providing urgent care on the ground. We will also be donating to UNICEF to help get urgent medical relief & resources to the children of Gaza.”

    Magen David Adom is an Israeli national medical service who are not based in Gaza.

    Palestinian civilians have stressed time and time again they are no longer receiving donations as the Rafah border crossing in the South of Gaza remains closed. Civilians in Northern Gaza report they have not received any water or fuel.

    Social media users shut down Rare Beauty’s ‘damage-control’ statement.

    Selena Gomez caused outrage on social media when she released a statement on her Instagram stories, writing that she had been on a social media break because of the violence in the Middle East. After the statement was criticised for being insensitive, the ‘Only Murders In The Building’ actress threatened to shut down her Instagram account, leading to users slamming her for having a “victim complex”.