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Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem Claims First Olympic Gold in 40 Years

9Aug

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Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem Claims First Olympic Gold in 40 Years

Pakistani javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem made history at the Paris Olympics by winning the first individual Olympic gold medal for Pakistan in 40 years. His incredible achievement has brought immense joy and pride to the nation, ending a decades-long wait for Olympic success. After his victory, a visibly emotional Arshad shared his thoughts, stating, "Today was my day. I was in rhythm and knew I could throw even further." His confidence and determination were evident as he delivered a stellar performance in the men’s javelin final. Arshad expressed his deep gratitude to the Pakistan Olympic Association and his coach for their unwavering support throughout his journey. He acknowledged the immense pressure of being Pakistan's only hope for a medal after 32 years, yet he rose to the occ...

No Room for Politics in Pak-China Relations, Asserts PM Shehbaz

4Aug

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No Room for Politics in Pak-China Relations, Asserts PM Shehbaz

Premier Urges Stakeholders to Refrain from Politicizing National Development Projects Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan's enduring friendship with China on Sunday, emphasizing that politics should not interfere in their bilateral relations. Speaking during a meeting with a seven-member delegation of journalists who had recently returned from an official visit to China, PM Sharif highlighted the longstanding support China has extended to Pakistan. The delegation included Salman Ghani, Aamir Mir, Shiraz Hasan, Khizr Hayat, Khalid Hasnain, Azam Malik, and Matiur Rehman. They met with the prime minister at the invitation of the China Public Diplomacy Association. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar was also present during the discussion. Sharif expressed his gra...

PIA Starts Direct Flights from Faisalabad to Jeddah for Umrah Pilgrims

4Aug

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PIA Starts Direct Flights from Faisalabad to Jeddah for Umrah Pilgrims

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has begun offering direct flights from Faisalabad to Jeddah. This new route is aimed at making travel easier for people going to perform Umrah. With these direct flights, PIA now operates two flights each week between Faisalabad and Jeddah. The first PIA flight was a special occasion, with Chief Commercial Officer Naushirwan Adil seeing off 170 pilgrims. This new service is not only beneficial for those traveling for religious reasons but also for individuals living in Saudi Arabia for work. Additionally, it will support Faisalabad's business community by providing more convenient travel options. This direct flight route is part of PIA’s ongoing effort to improve its services and offer more travel choices. By reducing the need for connecting fl...

Norway Cup 2024: Pakistan’s U15 Team Suffers Defeat in Final

3Aug

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Norway Cup 2024: Pakistan’s U15 Team Suffers Defeat in Final

In the Norway Cup 2024 U15 final, Pakistan's U15 team, Better Future, experienced a heartbreaking defeat against Norway's KFUM-Kam Oslo Bla. The match ended in a penalty shootout after a thrilling 2-2 draw in regular time. During the 60 minutes of play, Shahbaz Ali and Salman scored for Better Future, showing their skill and determination. However, despite their strong performance, the game moved to penalties. Unfortunately, Pakistan's team missed one of their crucial shots, allowing KFUM-Kam Oslo Bla to score the winning penalty and take the title. Better Future Pakistan played impressively throughout the tournament. They scored 35 goals and conceded only four in nine matches, demonstrating their strong offensive and defensive abilities. Their journey to the final was marked by har...

Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot, Babar Azam Maintains Third Position in ICC Test Rankings

3Aug

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Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot, Babar Azam Maintains Third Position in ICC Test Rankings

LONDON: England’s Joe Root has reclaimed the No. 1 position in the ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings following a standout series against the West Indies. Root’s impressive performance, including 291 runs over three matches and an innings of 87 in the final Test, has propelled him past New Zealand’s Kane Williamson, who drops to second place. Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot and Hits Career Milestones Joe Root recent success marks his return to the top spot he held from August 2015 until last year, and adds to his career achievements, including his 32nd Test century and a rise to seventh on the all-time Test run-scorer list. The rankings have also seen notable changes for other players. Pakistan’s Babar Azam and New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell now share the third position. Australia’s Steve S...