Author: Faiza Liaquat

The National Street Child Football team of Pakistan has triumphed in their first Norway Cup match, defeating the Norwegian Club, Astor, with a commanding 6-1 score. Despite Norway taking an early lead in the first half, Pakistan swiftly equalized, setting the stage for an exciting game. In the second half, the Pakistani team dominated, netting five goals. Abdul Ghani scored twice, while Essa, Junaid, Awais, and Muhammad Khan each contributed a goal. This victory is a significant milestone for the team, who will face Verdanset Football Club in their next match on July 29.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the need to further enhance bilateral relations with Tajikistan, focusing on trade and investment, during a meeting with Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Sharifzoda Yusuf Toir, at the PM House on Friday. The prime minister welcomed the ambassador and wished him a successful tenure in Pakistan. Reflecting on his recent visit to Dushanbe, PM Sharif expressed gratitude for the warm reception and highlighted the friendly and productive discussions with President Emomali Rahmon. PM Sharif expressed satisfaction with the MoUs and agreements signed during his visit and stressed the importance of timely implementation and follow-up to further…

A cutting-edge digital system has been inaugurated at Islamabad district courts to enhance case management and improve public access to legal information. Chief Justice of Islamabad High Court, Justice Amir Farooq, unveiled the system, which aims to modernize judicial operations. The system, developed by Umar Rasheed Dar, head of the IT Department at Islamabad High Court, provides online access to case status from filing to judgment. It integrates the Islamabad High Court, District Judiciary, Bar Associations, and NADRA into a unified legal platform. Key features include the ability to send e-notices via WhatsApp and email, Kiosk machines for online case…

WhatsApp is launching a new augmented reality (AR) feature for video call effects and filters with its latest update, available through the Google Beta Program. The update, version 2.24.16.7, is currently accessible only to beta testers. WhatsApp users interested in the AR feature can try downloading the newest update from the Google Play Store, though only a select few will have access as it undergoes user testing. This update aims to enhance the visual experience of video calling by introducing facial filters and other interactive effects. Among the AR effects available to beta testers are a “touch-up tool” for smoothing…

A new Scandline Immigration Control Office, outfitted with cutting-edge forensic and IT equipment, has been inaugurated at Lahore Airport, as reported by ARY News on Saturday. Sarfaraz Khan, Director of Lahore Zone, received a thorough briefing on the advanced equipment installed in the immigration office. This facility was established in partnership with the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD). The primary objective of this new office is to enhance the ability to identify fake, suspicious, and illegal documents, while also bolstering efforts to combat illegal immigration and human trafficking at the airport. The state-of-the-art equipment enables detailed examinations of…

Munir Zahid claimed victory in the Kohat District Squash Championship by defeating Hamza Khan 2-1 in a thrilling final match held at Company Bagh Squash Court, Kohat, on Saturday. The final was attended by District Sports Officer Kohat, Zeeshan Ahmed, who served as the chief guest, along with District Squash Association President Saeed Khan Afridi, former President Muhammad Faqir Awan, Secretary Muhammad Ishaq, and other notable figures. The championship, organized with the support of the District Sports Office Kohat, saw participation from over 25 players. Munir Zahid and Hamza Khan emerged as the finalists. In the decisive match, Munir Zahid…

Following two consecutive hikes, the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) are projected to decrease by approximately Rs3 and Rs8.50 per litre, respectively, from August 1 for the next fortnight. This reduction is primarily attributed to a decrease in the international market prices and import premiums. Sources indicate that in the last fortnight, the international market prices of petrol and HSD have fallen by around $2 and $3 per barrel, respectively. Based on current tax rates and final calculations, petrol prices are expected to drop by Rs2.90 per litre and HSD by Rs8.50 per litre. The average price of…

Pakistan Shaheens trail by 219 runs with eight wickets in hand, finishing the day at 39-2 in 16 overs after bowling out Bangladesh ‘A’ for 258 runs on the opening day of the second four-day match at DXC Arena in Darwin. Ripon Mondol dismissed Shaheens’ openers, Sahibzada Farhan (4 off 13 balls) and Haseebullah (18 off 46 balls, 3 fours). Mohammad Ali (1 not out off 5 balls), sent in as a night-watchman, will resume play on the second day alongside Omair Bin Yousuf (7 not out off 33 balls, 1 four). Earlier, Kashif Ali drew first blood for Pakistan…

On Friday, the Pakistani rupee appreciated by 07 paisa against the US dollar in interbank trading, closing at Rs 278.33 compared to the previous day’s closing of Rs 278.40. According to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the open market buying and selling rates of the dollar were Rs 278.50 and Rs 280.15, respectively. The Euro increased by 04 paisa to close at Rs 302.05 from the previous day’s Rs 302.01, as per the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The Japanese yen decreased by 02 paisa, closing at Rs 1.80. The British Pound saw a drop of 86 paisa, trading…

Under the auspices of the Institute of Urbanism (IoU) and the School of Leadership Foundation (SoLF), a sixteen-member delegation, comprising journalists, administrators, faculty, and students from COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) and Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU), visited Chicago on Thursday with the support of the American Embassy Islamabad. The visit aimed to strengthen international partnerships for the exchange of knowledge and the promotion of youth-led green initiatives. Organized under the initiative titled Green Urban Development (GUD), the nine-day exchange visit was facilitated by the Steans Center and the Eagan Office at DePaul University, Chicago. During the visit, the delegation held several high-level…