Pakistan reach Asian netball plate division final

Pakistan’s women’s netball team marked Independence Day celebrations with a commanding victory, defeating Japan 53-25 in the semi-final of the Asian Netball Championship 2026 plate division in Hong Kong. Pakistan dominated the semi-final from the outset and maintained their momentum until the final whistle, completing a 28-point victory over Japan. The result has set up…

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Japan’s record rains strand thousands at Narita airport; kill eight

Over 360mm rain falls in 24 hours, leaves 20,000 households without power as soldiers dispatched to aid relief efforts A passenger looks at a screen announcing suspended train services at a train station at Narita International Airport, in Narita, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, August 14, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Record rainfall in Japan stranded thousands of travellers at Tokyo’s…

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US, EU, France and other nations extend Independence Day greetings to Pakistan

Marco Rubio highlights cooperation with Islamabad in trade, energy, counterterrorism and regional mediation DEMAND BOOM: Vendors display national flags and other Independence Day-themed items for sale at stalls in the wholesale market in Urdu Bazaar, Rawalpindi. PHOTO: AGHA MAHROZ/EXPRESS The United States, European Union, France and Azerbaijan on Friday extended greetings to the people of…

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PSX ends with mild losses, lacks triggers

KARACHI: The benchmark KSE-100 index closed over 200 points lower at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday as the market remained largely range bound amid a lack of fresh positive triggers. The index shed 0.73% for the week. Market breadth remained weak, with more stocks declining than advancing. At the close of trading, the…

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Pakistan start preparation for Russia hockey event

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan players will assemble in Islamabad on Saturday (tomorrow) to kick-start their preparation for the four-nation invitational hockey tournament to be held in Kazan, Russia, from August 27 to September 1. The camp will be held at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium at the Pakistan Sports Complex, with selected players instructed to report by…

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Sri Lanka name squad for Women’s Asia Cup

Seasoned batter Chamari Athapaththu will continue to lead the side. Photo: ICC Sri Lanka have announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming Women’s Asia Cup in Dubai, with Chamari Athapaththu set to lead the defending champions. Harshitha Samarawickrama has been named her deputy. The squad includes a blend of experienced players and emerging talent. The…

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Leghari launches innovation programme

Leghari invited young Pakistanis to submit their ideas through the Innovation Hub digital platform Minister for Power Sardar Ayaz Leghari addresses a press conference. SCREENGRAB/ File ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Energy (Power Division) has officially launched Pakistan’s first National Power Sector Innovation Programme, with Innovation Hub serving as the programme’s dedicated digital platform, an official…

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Pakistan marks 79th Independence Day as leaders call for national unity, economic progress

Flag-hoisting ceremonies are held nationwide, with public places adorned with national flags and lights The meeting also approved a TSG of Rs1.289 billion for Independence Day and Marka-e-Haq Celebrations 2025, and Rs2 billion for the Marka-e-Haq Monument Project in Islamabad. PHOTO: AFP Pakistan celebrated its 79th Independence Day with national zeal and fervour on Friday,…

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