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  • Pak-India tensions: IPL facing mind blowing multi-billion losses per game

    Pak-India tensions: IPL facing mind blowing multi-billion losses per game

    The ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India have cast a shadow over the cricketing world, leading to the indefinite postponement of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, while matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) have also been suspended.

    According to media reports, the cancellation of IPL matches is causing the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) a financial loss of ₹125 crores (PKR 4.11 billion) per match. With four games already called off, the Indian board has suffered losses exceeding ₹500 crores (PKR 16.45 billion).

    If the entire tournament is cancelled, the estimated loss could surpass ₹3,000 crores (PKR 98.7 billion).

    The financial blow includes losses from TV broadcasting rights, sponsorship deals and ticket sales. Franchise owners are reportedly anxious about the mounting losses and sponsors are now considering pulling out of their agreements.

    A recent IPL match was abruptly halted mid-game, and spectators were evacuated from the stadium due to security concerns. The incident created panic among players, raising alarm over the safety of continuing the tournament amid the prevailing tension.

    The situation escalated following the Pahalgam incident in Indian illegally occupied Kashmir on April 22. After this, in the early hours of Wednesday (May 7), India launched airstrikes across several areas in Pakistan, including Kotli, Bahawalpur, Muridke, Bagh, and Muzaffarabad. At least 30 civilians were reportedly martyred, with over 40 others injured.

    In retaliation, the Pakistan Air Force shot down six Indian aircraft, including three Rafale jets. This marked the first time in history that a Rafale jet was brought down in combat.

    A day later, on Thursday, Pakistan also shot down more than 30 Indian drones in various regions of the country.

    However, on Friday night, India launched unprovoked missile attacks on Pakistani airbases.

    After this, the Pakistan army launched “Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos” on the time of Fajr on May 10 and hit several Indian military sites, security sources said.

    According to state-run PTV News, the operation began at 4:38 am, and by 5:52 am, Pakistan had destroyed a BrahMos missile storage site in Beas, as well as an air base in Adampur and an airfield in Pathankot.

    At 6:29 am, PTV reported that Pakistani drones were flying over New Delhi, and by 7:13 am, PAF’s JF-17 Thunder jets had destroyed India’s S-400 missile defence system in Adampur, worth approximately $1.5 billion.

    Speaking to a private TV channel, Deputy PM Ishaq Dar said Pakistan had no choice but to respond after India attacked Nur Khan Air Base, calling the strikes a defensive move.

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with COAS Asim Munir, urging both countries to de-escalate. Meanwhile, PM Shehbaz Sharif has called a meeting of the National Command Authority (NCA) for further security decisions.

  • ‘Find ways to de-escalate’, US calls Chief of Army Staff, Foreign Minister

    ‘Find ways to de-escalate’, US calls Chief of Army Staff, Foreign Minister

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir on Saturday morning, urging both Pakistan and India to “find ways to de-escalate” and offering assistance in starting constructive talks in order to avoid future conflicts. The phone call comes after Pakistan has launched operation ‘Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos’ early on Saturday morning, successfully hitting multiple military targets in the heart of India. 

    Rubio has reportedly also spoken with Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and according to GEO News, Dar has said that Pakistan is willing to de-escalate if India stops here. If India continues the aggression, Pakistan will respond further.


    In the early hours of May 10, around 1:45 am, DG ISPR chief Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, in an emergency press conference, revealed that India fired six ballistic missiles on its own Sikh minority community from Adampur, one hit near Adampur itself, and five landed around Amritsar in Indian Punjab.

    India also fired air-to-surface missiles at PAF airbases in Nur Khan (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), and Rafiqui (Shorkot). DG ISPR called it continued aggression, but confirmed all air force assets are safe so far.

    DG ISPR told New Delhi to “now wait for the response” and soon launched Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos.

    India also reportedly also launched missile strikes into Afghanistan and carried out drone attacks there, further destabilising and escalating tensions in the region.

    Most of the Indian missiles aimed at PAF airbases were shot down by Pakistan’s air defence systems. A few missiles did get through, but they didn’t cause any harm to PAF aircraft, according to early damage checks.

    The DG ISPR said India’s strikes didn’t meet their goals, thanks to effective defence.

    Pakistan also has the full electronic record of India’s missile launches, where they came from and what they were targeting.

    State-run PTV News reported that in response to India’s actions, Pakistan has hit back with a major cyberattack, hacking several Indian websites, including the BJP’s and Border Security Forces (BSF’s). Sites linked to defence, telecom, and ID systems were breached, with some data leaked. Over 2,500 surveillance cameras were also reportedly hacked in the ongoing digital retaliation.


    This phase of the tension follows Friday night’s press briefing, in which DG ISPR, along with officers of PAF and Pakistan Navy, said Pakistan has solid proof of India’s involvement in sponsoring terrorism within its borders. 

    DG ISPR criticised India for blaming Pakistan for the recent Pahalgam attack without evidence, calling it theatrics to distract from internal issues. He added that 77 Indian drones have been shot down inside Pakistani territory and none returned. He challenged India to show any real proof of Pakistan attacking Indian soil, saying the allegations are baseless. “If you want us to fire back,” he said, “we’ll do it on our own terms.”

  • ‘Now you just wait for our response,’ Pakistan tells India

    ‘Now you just wait for our response,’ Pakistan tells India

    After weeks of escalation, Islamabad on early Saturday morning told New Delhi to “now wait for the response” it had for India’s unprovoked aggression.

    Moments after Indian bids to attack three airbases in Pakistan were foiled by the military, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry addressed a presser, telling neighbouring India to wait and watch.

    Earlier, India launched projectiles at Nur Khan, Mureed and Shorkot airbases in Pakistan, which were successfully intercepted by the country.

    Confirming the air-to-land attempts by Indian jets, the ISPR chief revealed that all of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) assets remained safe.

    “The Pakistani nation or its armed forces won’t be deterred by India’s nefarious actions,” he said, adding that the country was ready to deal with any misadventures from across the border.

    The ISPR chief further said that India had also launched a drone attack on Afghanistan to promote regional instability.

  • India fires six ballistic missiles; explosion heard in Lahore

    India fires six ballistic missiles; explosion heard in Lahore

    As tension between Pakistan and India continue to mount, New Delhi has fired six ballistic missiles, all of which have landed within its own borders.

    According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, India fired six ballistic missiles past Friday-Saturday midnight, which landed in its own territory.

    Five of the missiles struck Amritsar whereas one landed in Adampur, it was reported.

    “India is targeting Sikh localities,” the military spokesperson said during a late night presser, adding that it was shocking to see the neighbouring country was targeting its own cities.

    He reiterated Pakistan’s support for the Sikh community and said that the country was strictly against targeting civilians regardless of their faith.

    Meanwhile, an Indian drone was shot down by Pakistan’s armed forces in the Narang Mandi area of Punjab.

    This is a developing story and there is no confirmation as to which of the incidents were the source of the explosion heard in different parts of Lahore.

  • Military exposes Indian facilitation of terror in Pakistan

    Military exposes Indian facilitation of terror in Pakistan

    Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said that there are loads of evidence available to expose the horrific stories of Indian-sponsored terrorism in Pakistan.

    In a media briefing in Islamabad on Friday (today), the military spokesperson flanked by Director General Public Relations (DGPR) of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed and Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff Operations Rear Admiral Raja Rab Nawaz, said that “for each and every incident we can tell you how the Indian hand was involved.”

    “The terrorist leaders who surrendered tell us about how India supports terrorism in Pakistan,” Ahmed Sharif added.

    DG ISPR said that India has “no evidence” for its allegations of Pakistan’s involvement in the Pahalgam attack or the supposed attacks inside Indian territory in the last 48 hours, adding, “You just concoct stories. I think the time has come to ask the real and bitter questions that the Indian government needs to stop living in cinema and theatrics.”

    Providing details of the way the Indian media blamed Pakistan shortly after the Pahalgam attack on April 22 without any evidence, DG ISPR Ahmed Sharif maintained that India had adopted a similar stance in the past as well.

    He questioned, “Is this the first time India is doing this? There is a history to it?”

    “How did the Indian government jump to the conclusion regarding who the attackers were within 10 minutes of the incident? When you don’t have any evidence, what do you do? You open up the military front.”

    The military’s media wing spokesperson went on to say that India was shifting the blame for the attack on Pakistan to divert attention from its internal problems.

    He called out India for launching attacks on Pakistan and targeting civilians, including women and children.

    Detailing about the Indian drones downed in Pakistani territory, he said that the military has neutralised 77 Israeli drones sent by India so far, noting, “We are taking each one of them out. Not one of them has been able to go back to India and not one of them will be able to go back.”

    He said in an apparent reference to India that “if you are so fond of Pakistan firing at you, we will fulfil your demand at a time, place and means of our choosing.”

    DG ISPR Ahmed Sharif also asked India to “show the debris of at least [one downed] Pakistani aircraft or drone that Pakistan has fired” as evidence that Pakistan attacked India last night.

  • Zanda Financial launches fully compliant digital lending product “MoneyTap” in Pakistan.

    Zanda Financial launches fully compliant digital lending product “MoneyTap” in Pakistan.

    Zanda Financial is an SECP-registered Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) that aims to develop secure, robust, and transparent digital financial services; while also utilizing technology for easy In an indication of maturing Pakistan’s growing fintech ecosystem, Zanda Financial has introduced MoneyTap, a digital lending solution which seeks to transform personal loan accessibility for Pakistanis.

    The startup comes at a period when digital financial services in the country are gaining traction and being widely adopted, although the majority of the general population still depends on banking institutions. Zanda Financial is fully licensed by the country’s regulatory body, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), ensuring full transparency and compliance with legal statutes. This innovative platform aims to offer convenient and easily accessible financial services to the marginalized sector, which makes it a step further in achieving financial inclusion With its user-friendly features.

    Money Tap allows customers to request for and receive their loans fully online. The platform harnesses sophisticated algorithms to determine applicants credit scores and allocate funds accordingly to do so quickly. By easing the process and removing the barriers  . MoneyTap leverages AI-driven technologies to offer a seamless and efficient lending experience. The digital platform allows for rapid application processes, instant approvals, and convenient fund disbursement. This innovation is particularly beneficial for those requiring immediate financial assistance. The product’s design ensures full compliance with all regulatory requirements in Pakistan, reflecting Zanda Financials commitment to operating within the legal framework and building customer trust.

    A key focus of MoneyTap is financial inclusion for low-income groups. The platform is designed to be accessible and user-friendly, providing opportunities for those who may have been previously excluded from traditional financial services. People could use their loans to pay bills, tutor fees, and other essential expenses. By offering a compliant and accessible lending solution, Zanda Financial is poised to meet the growing demand for financial products and support the economic empowerment of Pakistan’s population.

    DISCLAIMER: This article does not constitute financial advice. Failure to repay loans on time may lead to penalties or increased interest rates. Users should carefully assess repayment obligations before borrowing.

        

  • Hollywood actor puts up pro-Pakistan video

    Hollywood actor puts up pro-Pakistan video

    Hollywood actor Jacob Berger, known for his critically acclaimed films That Day and A Jew Must Die, is in the spotlight for his pro-Palestine stance. 

    The star has put up a politically charged video on Instagram, which has ignited global debate.

    The video, shared through his backup account @loljacobbergerbackup, which is linked to his main account @jacobbergeractor, features Berger expressing strong support for both Palestine and Pakistan. In the video, he also criticizes Israeli policy and Indian users who, according to him, target Muslims online.

    Berger says, “This is why you see, India always standing with Israel, because they actually don’t like Israel. It’s because they hate Muslims and they hate Pakistan, and that’s what it’s really about. 


    And obviously India is using the same October 7th playbook to try and garner support. That’s why you see all the Zionists supporting India, not Pakistan. So stay woke, y’all.”

    The video and its caption triggered strong reactions online. Supporters from different parts of the world praised Berger for voicing solidarity with Muslim communities and for calling out what they see as selective global outrage.

    One user from Thailand commented, “We in Thailand and Canada stand with Pakistan as well.” Another said, “Thank you, Jacob, for raising your voice for Pakistan.” A third wrote, “Palestine and Pakistan are one.”

  • Pakistan strikes hard: PSL to resume in UAE, IPL suspended amid ‘security risks’

    Pakistan strikes hard: PSL to resume in UAE, IPL suspended amid ‘security risks’

    Rising military tensions between Pakistan and India have severely impacted the cricketing world, forcing both the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and the Indian Premier League (IPL) into sudden changes. 

    While Pakistan acted swiftly to safeguard its tournament and relocated the remaining matches of the tournament to the UAE, India has been compelled to suspend the IPL indefinitely fearing Pakistan’s retaliation to cross-border aggression.

    As per the details, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced that the remaining eight matches of PSL X will be held in the UAE. The decision came in response to escalating tensions, especially after a drone incident in Rawalpindi that led to the cancellation of a scheduled match between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi.

    The matches are now expected to take place in Dubai with a possible delay of six to seven days. The PCB is working on finalising revised dates and logistics while ensuring that all foreign players are flown to the UAE as early as possible. Despite the challenges, the PCB has demonstrated leadership and responsibility by putting player safety first and ensuring the tournament continues within this month.

    In contrast, the IPL has come to a complete halt. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) held an emergency meeting and decided to suspend the tournament until further notice. This decision followed Pakistan’s robust military retaliation to Indian strikes, spreading fear across Indian quarters.

    The fears were added to when an IPL match in Dharamshala on Thursday was abruptly stopped as stadium lights were shut down. Teams, spectators and foreign presenters were also evacuated assuming it was a blackout amid a possible air raid by Pakistan. While the loss of power was later dubbed a “technical failure”, several foreign players reportedly began making arrangements to leave the country, indicating growing unease over security.

  • Indian cricketer gets hate for peace message, labelled a ‘traitor’

    Indian cricketer gets hate for peace message, labelled a ‘traitor’

    Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu has found himself at the centre of controversy after sharing a message promoting peace amid the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India.

    In a post shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Rayudu wrote: “An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind.”

    The post, shared shortly after the cancellation of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals due to security concerns amid looming Pakistan-India tensions, sparked a wave of criticism.

    Many Indian social media users lashed out at Rayudu, with some even labelling him a “traitor” for advocating restraint during a time of heightened national emotions.

    Following the Pahalgam incident, India launched airstrikes on several Pakistani cities, including Kotli, Bahawalpur, Muridke, Bagh, and Muzaffarabad. Pakistan retaliated with force, reportedly destroying several Indian military posts and even shooting down Rafale fighter jets, marking the first-ever combat loss of the French-made aircraft.

    As tensions continue to rise, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended. Several foreign players are reportedly preparing to exit the tournament amid growing security concerns.

    Meanwhile, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has already moved the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to Dubai. Now, there is a possibility that the IPL may shift its remaining matches to South Africa if the situation worsens.

  • Hiba Bukhari clears the air on fake X account

    Hiba Bukhari clears the air on fake X account

    Television star Hiba Bukhari has strongly denied a viral statement attributed to get circulating on social media, clarifying that she has no official presence on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).

    A controversial post about former Prime Minister Imran Khan was shared from a fake account impersonating the actress. The post quickly gained attention, sparking mixed reactions from users who believed it was genuinely from Hiba.

    Taking to Instagram, Hiba addressed the issue in her story:


    “I’m not on X. The account posting statements in my name is fake. Please report it.”

    She urged her fans to remain cautious and report any such impersonation attempts to prevent the spread of misinformation.

    She also made it clear that any political or social commentary attributed to her should not be trusted unless it’s directly posted on her verified social media platforms.