Pakistan edge South Korea in thriller

Pakistan survived a nerve-wracking opening match of the Test series against South Korea on Tuesday, prevailing 4-3 in sudden death after the two sides were locked at 5-5 at the end of regulation time. The contest, played at a high tempo in Korea, produced an attacking display as both teams repeatedly threatened the opposition goal….

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Naval chief recalls ‘Op. SOMNATH’ on Navy Day, says legacy of courage continues as reflected in Marka-e-Haq

Admiral Ashraf lays floral wreath at Martyrs Monument, meets families of the fallen personnel Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf on Tuesday recalled Operation Somnath on Navy Day, saying the spirit of resilience and courage behind the historic operation continued to endure, as reflected once again during Marka-e-Haq with India, the military’s media wing said. According to…

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Pakistan seek solid batting

Captain Fatima Sana says her side must improve strike rotation and build stronger Fatima Sana enjoys celebrations with her team-mates. Photo: Asian Cricket Council Pakistan captain Fatima Sana wants her charges to deliver in batting as her brigade is set to face Sri Lanka in the Women’s Asia Cup semi-final in Dubai on Friday. Pakistan…

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Zverev romps into quarter-finals

The German dispatches Darderi 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7/3) to book his place in the last eight Alexander Zverev romped into the quarter-finals of the US Open. Photo: AFP NEW YORK: Top seed Alexander Zverev romped into the quarter-finals of the US Open on Monday with a straight sets defeat of Italy’s Luciano Darderi. Zverev, who…

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Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia discusses ‘Dhurandhar’, says Indian cinema lacks strong storylines

Indian filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia questioned the state of storytelling in the country’s cinema, citing Dhurandhar as a prime example of the industry’s transition towards fictional biopics. According to Gulf News, Dhulia discussed Dhurandhar‘s execution, describing it as engaging. However, he argued that it didn’t have an underlying plot in the traditional sense. Instead, it followed a…

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Youth policy to unlock demographic dividend

Ministry notes despite significant opportunity, youth development indicators remain a matter of concern National Assembly. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: The federal government has formulated a comprehensive National Adolescent and Youth Policy aimed at unlocking Pakistan’s demographic dividend by equipping young people with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in different fields. The government has prioritised…

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Gauff reaches US Open quarter-finals

Coco Gauff downs American Iva Jovic to reach US Open quarterfinals. Photo: AFP NEW YORK: Coco Gauff bested rising US star Iva Jovic on Monday to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open for the first time since winning the title three years ago. Gauff, seeded fourth this year, beat the 14th-seeded Jovic 6-1, 6-4…

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Netanyahu warned by UAE president before October 7 events, failed to brief security chiefs: Haaretz

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett says warning to Netanyahu ‘true,’ accuses him of ‘criminal negligence’ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026. REUTERS Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received an “explicit warning” from the United Arab Emirates about Hamas plans to…

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