Author: Faiza Liaquat
Rawalpindi Women’s Aliya Riaz smashes an unbeaten century with 118 runs against Multan Women, setting a T20 record as the highest run-scorer among women. Despite her stellar performance, Multan Women fell short, scoring 155 runs in response to Rawalpindi’s 182-run total.
In a historic development, the Indian Tennis team has landed in Islamabad after 60 years to compete in the Davis Cup against Pakistan, emphasizing a new era in Indo-Pak sports. The teams, along with coaching staff and journalists, are gearing up for the prestigious tennis event with heightened security measures in place at the Islamabad Sports Complex.
Pakistan U19 displayed cricket excellence, clinching a commanding 10-wicket triumph over New Zealand U19 in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup. Stellar bowling performances, particularly by Ubaid Shah and Arfat Minhas, limited New Zealand to 140 runs, paving the way for an impressive victory and securing Pakistan’s top spot in the group.
Anita Karim, Pakistan’s pioneering female MMA fighter, notched a significant win against Italy’s Adriana Fusini, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the sport. With a swift victory in the ‘Women’s Atomweight’ category, Anita’s resilience and historic achievements continue to shine on the international MMA stage.
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is making the SMS service 8300 free starting next Monday, enabling voters to access constituency and polling station details conveniently. ECP officials also clarified voting eligibility for individuals with expired CNICs and those with new CNIC tokens, emphasizing transparency in the electoral process.
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Easypaisa empowers Pakistani women with the “Audio Nikahnama” feature, allowing them to comprehend marriage documents through audio explanations in seven languages. The initiative, accessible via a missed call or the easypaisa app, includes sign language options, making it inclusive for those with hearing disabilities.
Hoor Fawad made history, securing Pakistan’s first-ever bronze medal for a woman in global table tennis, despite her semifinal loss to an Indian player at the World Youth Contender. Her achievement reflects positively on Pakistan’s representation in the international table tennis arena.
The e-Khidmat Markaz at ASTP initiates the Driving Test Service as part of Punjab’s Online Driving License project, streamlining license issuance. The pilot program aims for expansion to all e-Khidmat Marakiz, complementing online facilities introduced to enhance the efficiency of the licensing process.
Babar Azam rises to the fourth position in the ICC T20I batting rankings with 763 points, outshining in Pakistan’s recent series despite a 4-1 loss to New Zealand. His exceptional form and contributions solidify his standing among the top T20I batters.
