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  • Here is why tomato prices are high across Pakistan

    Here is why tomato prices are high across Pakistan

    The Price Control Department has said that the recent surge in tomato prices across Pakistan has been caused by a disruption in supply.

    According to reports, heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa damaged tomato crops, leading to a temporary shortage in the market.

    A spokesperson for the Price Control and Consumer Management Department (PC&CMD) told the media that delays in tomato imports from Afghanistan and Iran have also added pressure on supply. The rise in prices is mainly due to seasonal changes, rainfall, and transportation challenges.

    The department said the increase in tomato prices is temporary and expected to ease next week once supply returns to normal. 

    The department added that upcoming tomato harvests from Sindh in November and from Punjab in April and May will ensure stable availability in the coming months.

  • Pakistan all out for 333 against South Africa on day two of Rawalpindi Test

    Pakistan all out for 333 against South Africa on day two of Rawalpindi Test

    Pakistan has been bowled out for 333 runs in their first innings against South Africa on the second day of the Rawalpindi Test.

    Resuming play at 259 for five, Saud Shakeel and Agha Salman were at the crease with 42 and 10 runs respectively. Both batters added valuable runs as Saud completed his half-century. Agha Salman scored 45 before getting out, while Saud Shakeel made 66 runs before losing his wicket.

    Shaheen Afridi, Sajid Khan, and Asif Afridi failed to make an impact and were dismissed by Keshav Maharaj. Noman Ali remained not out on six runs.

    For South Africa, Maharaj delivered an outstanding performance, taking seven wickets. Simon Harmer claimed two wickets, while Kagiso Rabada took one.

    On the opening day, Pakistan captain Shan Masood had won the toss and opted to bat first. Shan scored 87, while Abdullah Shafique contributed 57 runs.

    Pakistan leads the two-match Test series 1-0 after defeating South Africa by 93 runs in the first Test played in Lahore.

  • Court issues non-bailable arrest warrant for Ali Amin Gandapur

    Court issues non-bailable arrest warrant for Ali Amin Gandapur

    An Islamabad court has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur in a liquor and weapons recovery case.

    Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hassan heard the case at the Islamabad District and Sessions Court. Despite the case being heard, Gandapur did not appear before the court. The judge issued his non-bailable arrest warrant due to repeated absences.

    The court directed the police to arrest Gandapur and present him at the next hearing. 

    The case has been adjourned until October 28.

    The liquor and weapons recovery case against Ali Amin Gandapur is registered at the Bhara Kahu police station in Islamabad.

  • New Delhi, Lahore and Karachi among world’s most polluted cities

    New Delhi, Lahore and Karachi among world’s most polluted cities

    New Delhi, Lahore and Karachi are among the top five most polluted cities in the world on Tuesday, data from air quality monitoring platform IQAir shows. 

    New Delhi topped the list with an air quality index (AQI) of 414, categorised as “hazardous.” Lahore followed in second place with an AQI of 234, classified as “very unhealthy.” Karachi ranked fourth with an AQI of 182, categorised as “unhealthy,” just behind Kuwait City at 183.

    IQAir reported that both Pakistani cities recorded their highest AQI levels for this month. In Lahore, the concentration of PM2.5, fine cancer-causing particles that can enter the bloodstream, reached 158.8 micrograms per cubic metre, 31.8 times higher than the World Health Organisation (WHO) guideline. Karachi’s PM2.5 level was 100 micrograms per cubic metre, 20 times above WHO’s annual limit.

    The platform advised residents to avoid outdoor exercise, use air purifiers, wear masks, and keep windows closed to reduce exposure to polluted air.

    Air pollution has become a major health and environmental crisis in Pakistan, with cities like Lahore suffering from severe smog each winter. The main causes include industrial emissions, vehicle smoke, stubble burning, and stagnant air movement.

    Officials warned that smog is likely to intensify this week due to local emissions and pollutants carried by low-speed winds from India following Diwali celebrations.

    To reduce pollution, the Punjab government has started water sprinkling operations and activated anti-smog guns in key areas of Lahore, including Karim Block, Multan Road, Shahdara Flyover, GT Road, and Thokar Niaz Baig.

    Lahore police also arrested 83 people and registered 77 cases in its ongoing anti-smog drive.

    According to WHO’s Pakistan Representative, Dr Dapeng Luo, air pollution causes around 256,000 deaths in Pakistan every year.

  • Nauman Ijaz had one strict condition about Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar while joining drama cast

    Nauman Ijaz had one strict condition about Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar while joining drama cast

    Veteran producer Rashid Khuwaja has shared behind-the-scenes details about the casting of the drama Main Mar Gayi Shaukat Ali, revealing that acclaimed actor Nauman Ijaz had one strict condition before agreeing to join the project, that writer Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar would not be present on set.

    During a conversation on Vasay Chaudhry’s talk show Gup Shup, he talked about several things about the Pakistani media industry, from payments delay to his career as an actor and a producer.

    On a question about his drama Main Mar Gayi Shaukat Ali he revealed an interesting fact. “Nauman had read the script and said he loved the character,” Khuwaja recalled. “But he had one condition: he needed a guarantee that Khalil-ur-Rehman would not come on set.” Ironically, it was Qamar himself who had initially recommended Nauman Ijaz for the lead role, believing he was the perfect fit.

    Khuwaja said he conveyed Ijaz’s condition to Qamar, who surprisingly accepted it without objection. “Yes, I told this to Khalil, and he agreed. He didn’t come to the set at all,” he confirmed.

    The drama Main Mar Gayi Shaukat Ali’s cast includes Mona Liza, Nauman Ijaz, Kamran Mujahid, Kiran Haq, Farah Shah, and Kashif Mahmood. The story revolves around Rakhi and Shoka, a couple living in a rural village, and explores themes of love, the feudal system, and deep-rooted social structures in Pakistan’s countryside.

    Addressing the often headline-grabbing personal lives of actors, Khuwaja commented on the phenomenon of celebrities making news off-screen. “Those who are intelligent know how to stay relevant. If a romantic hero doesn’t have any stories of affairs or scandals linked to him, then he’s not really ‘happening’. This is something that happens everywhere, not just in Pakistan,” he remarked.

    Khuwaja also shared his love for cinema, mentioning that he enjoys both Pakistani and Indian films, with his all-time favourite being the cult classic Maula Jatt.

  • Mohammad Amir reacts to PCB’s decision to replace Rizwan with Shaheen as ODI captain

    Mohammad Amir reacts to PCB’s decision to replace Rizwan with Shaheen as ODI captain

    Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has criticised Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) decision to appoint Shaheen Afridi replacing Mohammad Rizwan as ODI captain.  

    In a video message on his social media accounts, Amir said he does not believe the timing of the decision was right.

    “I don’t think Mohammad Rizwan has been treated fairly. Rizwan was not a bad One-Day captain,” Amir said.

    “He led Pakistan to series wins in South Africa and Australia, something even some of our biggest captains couldn’t achieve. We should not have forgotten that,” he added.

    The 33-year-old highlighted the need for consistency in leadership and admitted that former players and analysts, including himself, share responsibility for the ongoing instability in Pakistan cricket.

    “Captaincy should not depend on just one good or bad series. We are all responsible for this, former cricketers and analysts included. We don’t allow our cricket to stabilise,” Amir said.

    “Captains are not made overnight; it takes two to three years to build one. But here, one bad series is enough to replace a captain. I don’t think this is the right call. Rizwan is a smart captain and has that knack for leadership.”

    Amir also suggested that Shaheen should have first been appointed as vice-captain to assess his leadership skills and manage his workload effectively.

    “If Shaheen had to be made captain, he could have first been appointed as vice-captain and his performance judged accordingly — especially considering his fitness,” he said.

    Shaheen Afridi’s first assignment as Pakistan’s ODI captain will be the three-match home series against South Africa, starting November 4 at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad.

    Shaheen previously led Pakistan in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand in January 2024. After Pakistan’s 4-1 defeat, Babar Azam took over the T20I captaincy for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup later that year.

    Mohammad Rizwan captained Pakistan in 20 ODIs, winning nine and losing 11, with a winning rate of 45 percent. He was appointed as both ODI and T20I captain on October 27 last year before being replaced after a disappointing T20I series where Pakistan lost all four matches under his leadership.

    Following the defeats, Salman Ali Agha replaced Rizwan as T20I captain ahead of Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand.

  • Pakistan football captain Abdullah Iqbal helps Mjällby AIF win first-ever Swedish league title

    Pakistan football captain Abdullah Iqbal helps Mjällby AIF win first-ever Swedish league title

    Pakistan football team captain Abdullah Iqbal made history by helping Mjällby AIF win their first-ever Swedish league title. 

    The small club from Hallevik, a fishing village in southern Sweden with around 1,500 residents, lifted the Allsvenskan trophy with three games to spare.

    Mjällby defeated Goteborg 2-0 to seal the title, standing 11 points clear of second-placed Hammarby. The 22-year-old defender joined Mjällby last season and quickly became a key part of coach Anders Torstensson’s squad. The team’s strong defense and smart recruitment were vital, as they conceded only 17 goals throughout the season.

    Iqbal’s calmness, aerial strength, and game awareness played a major role in Mjällby’s success. He appeared in 22 matches, played the second-most minutes in the defense, and also registered one assist. 

    Iqbal now becomes one of the few Pakistani players to win a top-division league title in Europe, a milestone that could motivate more young Pakistani footballers to aim higher.

    Mjällby’s remarkable run has drawn comparisons to Leicester City’s 2016 Premier League triumph. Despite having a small budget compared to bigger clubs like Malmo, Mjällby relied on data-based scouting and discipline to dominate the league. They recorded 20 wins from 27 matches and lost only once.

    With the league title, Mjällby have also secured a spot in the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League qualifiers. As they prepare for that challenge, Abdullah Iqbal’s journey from a Danish-Pakistani youngster to a title-winning defender continues to inspire Pakistan football.

  • How to Maximize Profits With Perpetual Contracts Trading

    How to Maximize Profits With Perpetual Contracts Trading

    Crypto trading in 2025 is super exciting! Every day, new apps, tools, and ways to trade are helping people make money online. One popular way to trade now is by using perpetual contracts.

    Perpetual contracts are special because they let you earn money whether prices go up or down. You can also use leverage. Sounds interesting, right? Keep reading to know more! 

    In this article, we’ll explain what perpetual contracts are, how they work, and how they help you make more profit. We’ll also talk about a trusted and fast-growing platform called BYDFi, which helps traders trade smarter, faster, and safer. So, let’s get started! 

     

    What Are Perpetual Contracts?

    Let’s say you think Bitcoin will go up. But instead of buying Bitcoin directly, you use a contract. This contract lets you earn when the price goes up — without owning the coin. That’s a perpetual contract.

    Perpetual contracts are special because they don’t have an expiry date. You can hold your position as long as you want. In simple words, you decide when to close the trade — not the system.

    Also, you can make money when the price goes up or when it goes down. If you think the price will go up, you “go long.” If you think it will drop, you “go short.” This gives you more ways to trade in any market.

     

    How Perpetual Contracts Help You Make More Money

    Perpetual contracts are popular because they give you a chance to make bigger profits — even with a small amount of money.

    Let’s say you only have $100. With a normal trade, you can only buy $100 worth of crypto. But with a perpetual contract, you can use leverage to trade with more — like $500 or even $1,000. This means if the price moves in your favor, your profit will be bigger.

    You can also earn even when the market is going down. For example, if you think the price of Ethereum will fall, you can go short. If you’re right, you make money when others are losing.

    That’s why many smart traders love perpetual contracts — they give more control and more chances to grow profits.

     

    What Is Leverage in Perpetual Trading?

    Leverage is like a booster. It lets you trade with more money than you actually have. For example, with 10x leverage, your $100 trade becomes a $1,000 trade.

    This sounds great, right? But remember, it works both ways. If the trade goes your way, your profit is bigger. But if it goes against you, your loss is also bigger.

    That’s why leverage should be used with care. Many new traders start small, like 2x or 3x, just to stay safe.

    Using high leverage without a plan can lead to quick losses. So always think twice and trade smart.

     

    Tips to Trade Smartly

    Perpetual contracts can be powerful, but they can also be risky. That’s why it’s important to use some smart tips while trading.

    First, always use a stop-loss. This is a tool that closes your trade if the price goes too far in the wrong direction. It helps protect your money. You can also use take-profit, which closes your trade when you hit your target profit.

    Second, don’t use full leverage if you’re new. Start with lower leverage. Even with small moves, you can still make good profits — and keep your risk low.

    Third, stay calm. Don’t let your emotions control your trades. Crypto moves fast. It’s better to plan, wait, and only trade when you feel sure.

    Last tip — never trade more money than you can afford to lose. Trading should help you grow, not stress you out.

     

    Why Use BYDFi for Perpetual Contracts?

    Now you might ask — where can you trade perpetual contracts safely and easily? One of the best options is BYDFi Perpetual Contracts.

    BYDFi is a fast-growing crypto exchange that’s trusted by over 1 million users in more than 190 countries. It’s made for both beginners and pro traders. Everything is simple, smooth, and fast.

    Their perpetual contracts section is easy to understand and full of smart tools. Whether you want to trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other coins, BYDFi gives you the tools you need.

     

    Helpful Features on BYDFi

    BYDFi is more than just a trading platform. It gives you tools to trade smarter and safer.

    You get one-click trading, which is perfect when markets move fast. You can place limit orders or market orders with just a few taps.

    You also get helpful features like:

    • Stop-loss and take-profit tools

    • A special feature called “Sell Half on a Double” — this lets you recover your original money when your trade doubles, so the rest of your position becomes risk-free

    • Real-time updates so you can track every price move

    • And tools like Smart Money tracking, Alpha, and MoonX to find hot coins, follow expert trades, and act faster

    These tools make BYDFi a smart choice for anyone who wants to grow their trading skills — while staying safe.

     

    How Safe Is BYDFi?

    When trading, safety is one of the most important things. You want to know your money and your account are protected at all times. That’s why BYDFi takes security very seriously.

    It uses MPC (Multi-Party Computation) and TEE (Trusted Execution Environment). These are strong systems that keep your private keys safe. Even if someone tries to hack, your trading account stays protected.

    Also, BYDFi works closely with GoPlus, a well-known security company. They check the platform and smart contracts to find risks before they become a problem. You’ll also get alerts if something seems risky while you’re trading.

    And don’t worry if you use different devices — BYDFi works safely across web and mobile. Every trade is checked in a trusted space, and you can also set 2-step login (MFA) to protect your account even more.

     

    BYDFi Sponsors Newcastle United

    BYDFi Sponsors Newcastle United

    This is big news! In 2025, BYDFi became the Official Cryptocurrency Exchange Partner of Newcastle United, a top Premier League football club.

    Why does this matter? Because it shows that BYDFi is trusted by huge global brands. They didn’t just sponsor a small team — they partnered with one of Europe’s fastest-growing clubs.

    Newcastle United’s Chief Commercial Officer, Peter Silverstone, said that BYDFi’s mission to help people build their financial future really matches their values. They both want to grow, connect with people, and create better experiences.

    Even BYDFi’s CEO, Michael Hung, shared something powerful. He said,

    “Lasting success, on the pitch or in finance, comes from doing the right things, again and again.”
    That’s the heart of BYDFi’s message: “BUIDL Your Dream Finance.”

    So, if you’re wondering whether BYDFi is a trusted platform — this partnership is a clear yes.

     

    Get Rewards While You Trade

    BYDFi not only helps you trade, but also gives you fun and useful rewards. You can earn bonuses just by using the platform — even if you’re a beginner!

    Here’s what’s happening right now:

    • Trade $500 → Get $5 worth of SOL

    • Invite friends → Earn up to $100 (you get $20 per friend who trades)

    • Daily check-ins → Win up to $50 just by trading every day

    • Trade more → Get a 20% fee rebate, which saves you money

    • Join events → Share big prize pools like 100 SOL and $30,000!

    These rewards make trading feel more exciting. You’re not just learning and growing — you’re also getting something back along the way.

     

    Final Thoughts

    Perpetual contracts are a smart way to grow your crypto profits — if you use them wisely. They give you more control, more options, and more ways to trade in both up and down markets.

    But with great power comes some risk. That’s why using the right platform is important.

    BYDFi Perpetual Contracts give you everything in one place:

    • Easy tools for trading

    • Smart features like stop-loss, copy trading, and MoonX

    • Real rewards and bonuses

    • Strong security and trusted audits

    • And even a partnership with Newcastle United to show they mean business

    So, if you’ve been thinking about trying perpetual contracts — maybe now is the perfect time.

    Try BYDFi, trade smart, and start building your dream finance today.

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  • Shaheen Afridi named Pakistan ODI captain

    Shaheen Afridi named Pakistan ODI captain

    The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed Shaheen Afridi as the new captain of Pakistan’s ODI team. 

    According to reports, head coach Mike Hesson, director of high performance Aaqib Javed and members of the selection committee made the decision during a meeting in Islamabad.

    Shaheen will lead the national side in the three-match series against South Africa.


    Pakistan and South Africa will play the ODI series from November 4 to 8 at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad.

    Shaheen, 25, has played 66 ODIs and 92 T20Is for Pakistan, taking 249 wickets across both formats.

    He also has 120 wickets in 32 Test matches. These numbers do not include his stats from the ongoing Rawalpindi Test against South Africa.

    It may be noted that Shaheen earlier led Pakistan in a five-match T20I series against New Zealand in 2024.

  • Pakistan end at 259/5 against South Africa on first day of Rawalpindi Test

    Pakistan end at 259/5 against South Africa on first day of Rawalpindi Test

    The opening day of the second and final Test between Pakistan and South Africa ended with Pakistan scoring 259 for 5 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

    Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss and chose to bat first. Abdullah Shafique and Imam-ul-Haq opened the innings for the hosts. Imam was bowled by Simon Harmer for 17, while Abdullah played a solid knock of 57 runs. Babar Azam contributed 16 before Keshav Maharaj dismissed him. Shan Masood scored 87 runs, and Mohammad Rizwan added 19 before getting out.

    At stumps, Saud Shakeel was on 42 and Agha Salman remained not out on 10.

    For South Africa, Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer picked up two wickets each, while Kagiso Rabada took one.

    Earlier, Shan Masood confirmed at the toss that Pakistan made one change to their lineup. Asif Afridi came in for Hasan Ali and received his Test cap from Shaheen Afridi. Asif made his debut at the age of 38 years and 299 days.

    South Africa captain Aiden Markram said his side would have also opted to bat first if they had won the toss. The visitors made two changes, bringing in Keshav Maharaj and Marco Jansen.

    Pakistan lead the two-match Test series 1–0 after defeating South Africa by 93 runs in the Lahore Test.