Stories by Syed Muhammad Zaid

Story time: The courage to say sorry

It was a usual school day. I woke up at 6:30 am upon my mother shouting from the kitchen that I would be late. I did... Published 18 Jul, 2026 05:44am

SBP surprises with hold on key policy rate at 12pc

In February, inflation stood at a near-decade low of 1.5pc, largely due to a high base a year ago. Updated 10 Mar, 2025 08:39pm

India outclass New Zealand to lift Champions Trophy 2025

Skipper Rohit Sharma is the top scorer as India remain unbeaten; win trophy for record third time. Updated 09 Mar, 2025 11:49pm

Champions Trophy: Virat does a Kohli, powers India to easy win over Pakistan

India defeat Green Shirts by 6 wickets; Kohli gets century; hosts Pakistan crash out of Champions Trophy 2025 after losing their second consecutive match. Updated 23 Feb, 2025 10:57pm

Tail-enders give Pakistan respectable end as clinical NZ win Champions Trophy opener

Green Shirts end rollercoaster innings with 260 all out. Updated 20 Feb, 2025 09:02am

Champions Trophy: World awaits as nation gears up for first ICC event in 29 years

Green Team ready to defend title on home after preparations completed on schedule. Updated 19 Feb, 2025 01:46pm

Saim Ayub out as PCB announces squad for Champions Trophy

PCB chairman says Gaddafi Stadium will be reopened on February 7, Karachi's National Stadium will be unveiled on Feb 11. Updated 31 Jan, 2025 07:22pm

Shares at PSX shed nearly 1,500 points as market transitions to ‘normalised phase’

Index declines by 1.33pc to close at 112,414.80; expert says earnings would drive “performance rather than rerating”. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 09:46pm

Stock market continues bullish run as index grows by another 1,200 points

Index climbs 1.24pc to stand at 104,559.07 points "in anticipation of lower interest rates", analyst says. Updated 03 Dec, 2024 07:56pm

Karachi sessions court acquits Karsaz accident driver in murder case

Suspect Natasha Danish was already on bail in two separate cases over the incident that claimed 2 lives. Updated 31 Oct, 2024 04:49pm

Palestinian playwright Ahmed Tobasi has perfected the art of cultural resistance

Tobasi wants Palestine to not only be known for the people who died with guns, but for the people who brought its culture to the world. Published 30 Oct, 2024 02:04pm

German Embassy in Islamabad ‘most likely’ to process only ‘most deserving’ student visa applications

Says "number of applications for German visa(s) currently greatly exceeds" its resources; students lament expenses "being wasted". Updated 28 Aug, 2024 08:06pm

Mir, Yasir shine as Sultans qualify for yet another PSL final

Zalmi to play winner from United and Gladiators eliminator today. Published 15 Mar, 2024 08:52am

PSL 2024: Gauging the strengths and weaknesses of the six sides

With the new edition of the T20 tournament set to kick off tonight, here is a review of each of its participants. Updated 17 Feb, 2024 06:59pm

NDM leader Mohsin Dawar injured in gun attack in North Waziristan while protesting against election results

Fellow party leader Bushra Gohar says law enforcement personnel opened fire on Dawar when he tried entering RO's office; no statement from police yet. Updated 10 Feb, 2024 09:09pm

PCB, not Babar, should take the heat for Pakistan’s World Cup debacle

‘What exactly is going on with the PCB?’ is one question we should all ask. Updated 16 Nov, 2023 04:11pm

Dozens protest outside Karachi Press Club against killing of journalists in Gaza

Razia Sultana commends "incredible bravery" shown by Palestinian journalists. Updated 08 Nov, 2023 10:13pm

Dominant India give Pakistan a shellacking, race to measly target with 19 overs to spare

India maintain unblemished World Cup record against Pakistan. Updated 14 Oct, 2023 08:37pm

Pak vs India: All eyes on misfiring heavyweights to pull their weight

The likes of Babar, Shaheen, Imam and Shadab need to step up after being overshadowed by newbies over the first two matches. Published 14 Oct, 2023 11:00am

Can a batter-driven playing XI lead Pakistan to victory in the World Cup opener against Netherlands?

Despite being a formidable team just two months ago, Pakistan face a dilemma in choosing an optimal lineup for the World Cup opener. Updated 06 Oct, 2023 12:33pm