Saudi assures continued energy support

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik met Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, according to a statement issued on Thursday. During the meeting, Malik expressed gratitude to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its continued support in meeting Pakistan’s energy requirements. He particularly acknowledged…

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Prince Yadav’s Virat Kohli dismissal termed ball of the tournament: ‘That was your perfect delivery’ | Cricket News

Virat Kohli and Prince Yadav (Image: X) Prince Yadav announced himself on the big stage with a sensational spell for Lucknow Super Giants against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, earning massive praise from former India batter Ambati Rayudu after delivering what many are calling the “ball of the tournament.”Playing in a rain-shortened 19-over clash…

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Araghchi briefs Dar on his China visit

Araghchi also thanked Pakistan for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian nationals from the seized vessels earlier Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. SCREENGRAB ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who briefed him on his recent visit to China and consultations held there on…

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BCCI warns IPL teams over honey-trap risks, tightens hotel room access rules | Cricket News

MUMBAI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has warned IPL franchises about the dangers of ‘targeted compromise and honey-trapping’ during the league, while simultaneously tightening security, access and behavioural protocols around players, support staff and franchise owners. In a detailed seven-page advisory sent to franchises on Thursday night, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia…

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PM vows sustained push for G-B, AJK development

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif presents a laptop to a student in Gilgit. Photo: PPI ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed that a 100-megawatt solar project be completed by mid next year while inaugurating and laying the foundation stones of several development projects in Gilgit. The prime minister arrived in G-B on a one-day…

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Bill penalising borrowers deferred

NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter’s property after first notice ISLAMABAD: A National Assembly panel on Thursday deferred approval of a law that would empower banks to take over a property after 42 days of serving the first default notice and deprive the owner of legal relief without first satisfying the…

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