'Enough is enough': China attacks US at UN Security Council
“The US should understand that a major power should behave like a major power,” says Chinese envoy.
Dogs used to detect coronavirus in pilot project at Helsinki airport
Research shows the dogs will find the disease five days before patients get any clinical symptoms, says researcher.
'An absolute cricketing legend': Sporting world, others react to Dean Jones' death
Cricketers from around the world write tributes and send his family their condolences on social media.
Sindh to go ahead with reopening schools despite health minister's warning
Health minister says primary schools shouldn't reopen for another month and a half as Covid-19 positivity rate is rising in Sindh.
Nawaz bans party members from holding private meetings with military leadership
In a statement on Twitter, PML-N supremo says if need be, such meetings will be approved by party leadership and made public.
Pakistan hopes 'artificial obstacles' in holding Saarc summit in Islamabad will be removed: Qureshi
FM highlights need to adopt a regional approach through Saarc platform to tackle challenges facing the region.
Diplomats visit LoC, meet victims of Indian shelling
During the visit, DG ISPR Maj Gen Babar Iftikhar briefed the diplomatic community on the latest situation along the LoC.
US President Trump won’t commit to peaceful transfer of power if he loses
Trump casts doubt on American electoral process, says "ballots are a disaster".
Former Australia batsman Dean Jones passes away at 59
Jones, regarded as one of the finest batsmen of his generation, was in Mumbai as part of Star India's commentary panel for IPL.
Removal of paintings from the National Art Gallery being termed as 'theft'
"Once the artwork enters into the gallery’s inventory, it becomes a national asset that no one can remove from the gallery."
Disrupting women’s rights protests, one male journo at a time
The prevalent attitudes and misogyny of most newsrooms in Pakistan spills over at events organised by women, for women.
JUI-F chief's close aide Musa Khan handed over to NAB Peshawar on 6-day physical remand
Musa Khan was arrested last night while he was on his way to Peshawar to appear before NAB, says son.
Sajjad Ali is my personal favourite, shares Sonu Nigam
"It was so sweet of him to wait till I arrive so we may meet for the first time in our lives," the Kal Ho Na Ho star posted.
'Stolen assets of developing countries must be returned,' PM Imran tells UN panel
Says global community must take "decisive actions" to stop "bleeding of the poor and developing countries".
'Where Is My Name?': Afghan campaign to include mothers' names on ID cards stirs heated debate
Laleh Osmany vows to continue struggle as Taliban condemn the campaign.
K-pop band BTS delivers message of hope at UN General Assembly
BTS is the first Korean act to debut No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard singles chart after Dynamite got 300,000 sales in its first week
KE, SSGC trade blame as prolonged power outages haunt Karachiites
The power utility has claimed it is receiving low gas pressure which has created a shortfall of up to 400MW.
‘Are people to be left to die?’ Vaccine pleas fill UN summit
Leaders are finding a shred of common ground as the world nears a staggering one million confirmed deaths from the pandemic.
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik welcome their first child together
"The love I feel for this tiny human is beyond my understanding," posted the Pillowtalk singer.
Editorial: Baldia fire stands out because it was an unparalleled atrocity
When the crime was committed, MQM had a mafia-like grip over much of Karachi.
Angry Kashmiris would prefer Chinese rule over India's, says Farooq Abdullah
“Today Kashmiris do not feel Indian and do not want to be Indian [...] they are slaves," he says.
It is critical to take stock of how various stimulus measures undertaken by govt and SBP have fared in reality
The question is: how much was given to whom in the name of fighting the pandemic and helping the poor?
Building sealed, PMDC employees stopped from working
NA panel unhappy over passage of PMC bill.
Opposition to give formal shape to 11-party alliance
PPP's Bokhari says opposition parties will soon announce a schedule for countrywide public meetings.
Elections in GB slated for Nov 15
PPP chairman announces candidates.
Minor girl raped in Mansehra; protesters call for hanging
Suspect’s brother tells reporters that his family has handed over his brother to police.
WHO fears resurgence of Covid-19 after reopening of schools
Officials say they have issued an advisory to the govt regarding school related public health measures.
Bajaur villagers end boycott of anti-polio drive
Officials warn residents against creating hurdles in efforts to eradicate polio.
Contractors suspend remaining BRT work over Rs1 billion fine
PDA chief says contractors failed to complete work on the project's off-corridor portions and buildings by the given deadline.
PIA to operate 21 more flights to Saudi Arabia
CEO says only PIA has been allowed to operate more flights exclusively through the use of diplomatic means.
IIA’s construction cost being probed, senators told
Civil Aviation Secretary Hassan Nasir Jamy says inquiries are being carried out regarding packages worth Rs81bn.
Difference in languages in education system has generated disparity: minister
National conference held on medium of instruction under new curriculum, to be decided in the next week.
Police rely on ‘outdated technology’ to nab motorway case prime suspect
“The prime suspect is probably using 4G smartphone and we are chasing him with 2G locators,” says official.
Shahbaz says Imran wants to see him in jail
PML-N president claims FIA and NAB are harassing people in connection with cases against him and his family members.
CM chairs meeting on Lahore issues
Buzdar announces mega projects will soon be launched for Lahore.
7 years on, Perween Rahman trial still stalled
Rahman, head of the Orangi Pilot Project, was gunned down near her office on March 13, 2013.
Murad says all schools must follow SOPs
Directs education minister to issue necessary instructions to all educational institutions to ensure the implementation of SOPs.
CBC, DHA told to file reports on dumping of waste into sea
The lawyer for petitioners informed the bench that the sea was being polluted by sewage at Seaview.
Three members critical of Sindh govt’s public safety body
“It is not working the way it should be," says senior trade unionist Karamat Ali.
King Salman targets Iran during debut at United Nations
Calls for a comprehensive solution to contain Riyadh’s regional rival and stop it from getting weapons of mass destruction.
Rare 700-year-old Chinese scroll goes under the hammer in Hong Kong
The two metre-long scroll will go under the hammer along with other rare artworks on Oct 8.
Navalny discharged from hospital
Kremlin rubbishes allegations it was behind the pensioning, says he is free to return to Russia anytime.
Over 380 whales dead in Australia mass stranding
Nearly the entire pod of 460 long-finned pilot whales stuck in Macquarie Harbour has now perished.
Workers lost $3.5tr in wages amid pandemic: UN
The virus has had a devastating impact on jobs and income across the globe.
Tokyo Olympic athletes face tracking apps if virus persists
Athletes may have to submit a detailed plan of their activities in advance or save their whereabouts on a ‘map app’.
Test cricket important for player development: Misbah
"If you want to make a name for yourself in the cricketing world, then you have to play Test cricket."
In-form Shaheen eyes more successes
"I want to earn more achievements for my country," says the lanky pacer from Landi Kotal.
Top seed Medvedev falls at first hurdle
Daniil Medvedev struggled to find his feet on clay as he was broken three times by Humbert in a lacklustre performance.
Govt raises Rs520.5bn from T-bills
SBP had set an auction target of Rs450bn against a maturing amount of Rs603.9bn.
Stocks post modest gains amid positive macros
Index receives support from the release of current account data by SBP which showed surplus.
TCP gets lowest wheat bid from Russia
TCP is seeking wheat from worldwide origins and shipment must be organised for arrival in Pakistan by Jan 31, 2021.
Duties withdrawn on over 163 tariff lines to promote man-made fibres
Decision will enable Pakistani exporters to widen their product range, says adviser.
Tesla sues US over Chinese tariffs
Company says 25 per cent of the tariffs are “arbitrary, capricious, and an abuse of discretion”.
ECC opens up another border crossing for trade with Afghanistan
Approves waiver of duties on textile items; guarantee fee on nuclear power plants.
C/A sees another surplus in August
Sharp fall in imports and exports led to reversal of current account deficit.
Minister seeks return of Pakistani workers to Saudi Arabia
Saudi ambassador discusses different bilateral issues with Murad Saeed.
Six vocational training centres planned in Balochistan
Meeting approves appointment of BTEVTA managing director, decides authority will launch degree programme of technical courses.
US envoy hails Pakistan’s role in ending Afghan war
New US envoy says cooperation between US and Pakistan is also essential for bringing peace and stability to Afghanistan.
SC questions performance of Karachi city government
Asks where 20,000 employees of KMC disappeared in recent debacle in the metropolis.
TikTok sets up council to allay concerns over content control
Jehan Ara, President of the Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT, is one of the seven members of the council.
Nawaz bans party members from holding private meetings with military leadership
In a statement on Twitter, PML-N supremo says if need be, such meetings will be approved by party leadership and made public.
Sindh to go ahead with reopening schools despite health minister's warning
Health minister says primary schools shouldn't reopen for another month and a half as Covid-19 positivity rate is rising in Sindh.
Opposition to give formal shape to 11-party alliance
PPP's Bokhari says opposition parties will soon announce a schedule for countrywide public meetings.
Diplomats visit LoC, meet victims of Indian shelling
During the visit, DG ISPR Maj Gen Babar Iftikhar briefed the diplomatic community on the latest situation along the LoC.
JUI-F chief's close aide Musa Khan handed over to NAB Peshawar on 6-day physical remand
Musa Khan was arrested last night while he was on his way to Peshawar to appear before NAB, says son.
KE, SSGC trade blame as prolonged power outages haunt Karachiites
The power utility has claimed it is receiving low gas pressure which has created a shortfall of up to 400MW.
PAC seeks action against bureaucrats for ignoring hearings
Committee members call upon chairman to restrict proceedings as long as senior officials are not present.
Difference in languages in education system has generated disparity: minister
National conference held on medium of instruction under new curriculum, to be decided in the next week.
Minor girl raped in Mansehra; protesters call for hanging
Suspect’s brother tells reporters that his family has handed over his brother to police.
WHO fears resurgence of Covid-19 after reopening of schools
Officials say they have issued an advisory to the govt regarding school related public health measures.
Contractors suspend remaining BRT work over Rs1 billion fine
PDA chief says contractors failed to complete work on the project's off-corridor portions and buildings by the given deadline.
Shahbaz says Imran wants to see him in jail
PML-N president claims FIA and NAB are harassing people in connection with cases against him and his family members.
IIA’s construction cost being probed, senators told
Civil Aviation Secretary Hassan Nasir Jamy says inquiries are being carried out regarding packages worth Rs81bn.
Removal of paintings from the National Art Gallery being termed as 'theft'
"Once the artwork enters into the gallery’s inventory, it becomes a national asset that no one can remove from the gallery."
Disrupting women’s rights protests, one male journo at a time
The prevalent attitudes and misogyny of most newsrooms in Pakistan spills over at events organised by women, for women.
7 years on, Perween Rahman trial still stalled
Rahman, head of the Orangi Pilot Project, was gunned down near her office on March 13, 2013.
Sajjad Ali is my personal favourite, shares Sonu Nigam
"It was so sweet of him to wait till I arrive so we may meet for the first time in our lives," the Kal Ho Na Ho star posted.
Two soldiers martyred in Indian shelling
Pakistan Army responded and targeted those Indian posts that had initiated the firing, ISPR says.
CM chairs meeting on Lahore issues
Buzdar announces mega projects will soon be launched for Lahore.
Police rely on ‘outdated technology’ to nab motorway case prime suspect
“The prime suspect is probably using 4G smartphone and we are chasing him with 2G locators,” says official.
PIA to operate 21 more flights to Saudi Arabia
CEO says only PIA has been allowed to operate more flights exclusively through the use of diplomatic means.
Murad says all schools must follow SOPs
Directs education minister to issue necessary instructions to all educational institutions to ensure the implementation of SOPs.
Bajaur villagers end boycott of anti-polio drive
Officials warn residents against creating hurdles in efforts to eradicate polio.
PML-N leader’s call on COAS kicks up storm
ISPR reveals party leader’s meeting with army chief, ISI DG; ex-governor Zubair claims no relief for Sharifs was requested.
Minister seeks return of Pakistani workers to Saudi Arabia
Saudi ambassador discusses different bilateral issues with Murad Saeed.
Elections in GB slated for Nov 15
PPP chairman announces candidates.
Building sealed, PMDC employees stopped from working
NA panel unhappy over passage of PMC bill.
Fresh Rs7bn reference filed against Shahbaz, sons
PM aide says 177 suspicious transactions detected; money laundered through staff of family’s firms.
Opposition ready to pass govt’s NAB bill ‘as it is’
NA panel defers consideration of three bills after law minister’s message.
CBC, DHA told to file reports on dumping of waste into sea
The lawyer for petitioners informed the bench that the sea was being polluted by sewage at Seaview.
Three members critical of Sindh govt’s public safety body
“It is not working the way it should be," says senior trade unionist Karamat Ali.
Six vocational training centres planned in Balochistan
Meeting approves appointment of BTEVTA managing director, decides authority will launch degree programme of technical courses.
Police arrest journalist outside IHC
Channel 24 reporter released after IHC chief justice took notice; denies allegations of carrying weapons.
It is critical to take stock of how various stimulus measures undertaken by govt and SBP have fared in reality
The question is: how much was given to whom in the name of fighting the pandemic and helping the poor?
Islamabad accountability court rejects Zardari's pleas for dismissal of 3 corruption references
Court says the former president cannot be acquitted in cases pertaining to fake bank accounts.
C/A sees another surplus in August
Sharp fall in imports and exports led to reversal of current account deficit.
PM wants action plan for agriculture sector
Demands accurate data on farm output, consumption, exports; apex committee planned to promote economic diplomacy.
ECC opens up another border crossing for trade with Afghanistan
Approves waiver of duties on textile items; guarantee fee on nuclear power plants.
Duties withdrawn on over 163 tariff lines to promote man-made fibres
Decision will enable Pakistani exporters to widen their product range, says adviser.
Tesla sues US over Chinese tariffs
Company says 25 per cent of the tariffs are “arbitrary, capricious, and an abuse of discretion”.
TCP gets lowest wheat bid from Russia
TCP is seeking wheat from worldwide origins and shipment must be organised for arrival in Pakistan by Jan 31, 2021.
Stocks post modest gains amid positive macros
Index receives support from the release of current account data by SBP which showed surplus.
Govt raises Rs520.5bn from T-bills
SBP had set an auction target of Rs450bn against a maturing amount of Rs603.9bn.
‘Covid to cause $12tr global income loss’
The fragile state of the world economy going into 2021 should be a wake-up call for policymakers everywhere, warns report.
ECC to take up removal of duties on textile items
The meeting is also expected to shift immunisation programme from development budget to revenue budget.
PM reviews gas situation for winter
Premier briefed in detail about the necessary arrangements being made to meet gas demand.
Exporters forced to cut production amid gas shortages
Sindh govt spokesperson Murtaza Wahab urges Centre to resolve gas shortage issues being faced by industrialists.
Wheat production target remains unmet, Senate panel told
The wheat production target for the 2019-20 crop had been set at 25.45m tonnes.
Stocks bleed another 345 points on selling pressure
Foreign investors reduced positions through sale of shares valued at $3.31 million.
SBP maintains status quo as real interest rates remain ‘slightly below zero’
Growth projected at 2pc, inflation 7-9pc.
Global banks seek to contain damage over $2tr of suspicious transfers
Reports reveal broader problems with monitoring system at heart of global policing of money laundering, other criminal activity.
Textile exports fall 15pc in August
Petroleum imports decline 24.27pc in August to $770.586 million, compared to $1.017bn over the last year.
Govt upgrades criterion for hiring Ogra chief
Committee rejects all shortlisted candidates; seeks to double pay.
Stocks tumble 331 points as rollover week begins
Volume witnesses a decline of 16pc to 433m, shares from 516m that changed hands last Friday.
World markets retreat as threat of lockdowns looms
The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, touched its lowest level since Aug 3.
Making foreign exchange reserves sustainable
Islamabad has realised it need to improve its import coverage of reserves to be prepared for uncertainties.
Hydropower producers resisting tariff cut
Sponsors’ talks with govt committee remain inconclusive.
All washed away in the rain
Given the current price trend, losses amount to roughly Rs20bn in Sindh’s cotton sector if 500,000 bales are lost.
Breaking the begging bowl and recovering
Addressing Covid-19 and climate change will require coordinated national-provincial-local responses.
PPL divestment: bearer of glad tidings?
Critics believe the proposed sale should have taken place at the height of the bull market to secure a better price.
Question marks persist over govt's proposed governance regime for planned wholesale electricity market
Nepra and CPPA-G aside, few have confidence in the success of the plan, which largely ignores the concerns of industry, public.
36pc return filers paid zero tax in 2018
The bulk of return filers of around 2.3m or 84pc are either junk filers or fall in the lowest tax brackets.
‘Unlicensed money changers vanish after AML bill’
40pc jump in kerb selling of dollars, claim dealers.
Onion imports fail to check price spiral
Retailers are charging Rs10 per kg extra on both the imported varieties ranging between Rs50-60 per kg.
Opec+ to address market challenges
Warning traders against betting heavily in the oil market, Saudi energy minister says he will try to make the markets “jumpy”.
How to make Pakistanis save
The irony is that people save, just not within the formal system: 23pc via the committee mechanism.
Flat week on PSX
Major selling was witnessed in commercial banks at $2.41m and food and personal care products $2.32m.
Tech talk: Digitising O/A level past papers one topic at a time
Anthive.co has so far digitised 16 subjects — popular locally and spanning over 12 years.
Rs425bn income tax collected from Karachi
FBR data shows Sindh topped the list of provinces/regions that contributed highest share of income tax — 44.91 per cent.
Power sector gets relief amid protest by petroleum stakeholders
Move to change gas supply agreements of govt-owned plants reportedly originated at the request of the Privatisation Commission.
'Enough is enough': China attacks US at UN Security Council
“The US should understand that a major power should behave like a major power,” says Chinese envoy.
US President Trump won’t commit to peaceful transfer of power if he loses
Trump casts doubt on American electoral process, says "ballots are a disaster".
Dogs used to detect coronavirus in pilot project at Helsinki airport
Research shows the dogs will find the disease five days before patients get any clinical symptoms, says researcher.
King Salman targets Iran during debut at United Nations
Calls for a comprehensive solution to contain Riyadh’s regional rival and stop it from getting weapons of mass destruction.
Diplomats visit LoC, meet victims of Indian shelling
During the visit, DG ISPR Maj Gen Babar Iftikhar briefed the diplomatic community on the latest situation along the LoC.
Angry Kashmiris would prefer Chinese rule over India's, says Farooq Abdullah
“Today Kashmiris do not feel Indian and do not want to be Indian [...] they are slaves," he says.
Workers lost $3.5tr in wages amid pandemic: UN
The virus has had a devastating impact on jobs and income across the globe.
Over 380 whales dead in Australia mass stranding
Nearly the entire pod of 460 long-finned pilot whales stuck in Macquarie Harbour has now perished.
Navalny discharged from hospital
Kremlin rubbishes allegations it was behind the pensioning, says he is free to return to Russia anytime.
US envoy hails Pakistan’s role in ending Afghan war
New US envoy says cooperation between US and Pakistan is also essential for bringing peace and stability to Afghanistan.
Freed Taliban have returned to battlefield: top Afghan negotiator
Says discussions with the Taliban in Qatar so far have been positive.
Dengue may provide some immunity against Covid-19, says study
Places with lower Covid-19 infection rates and slower case growth are locations that suffered intense dengue outbreaks recently.
Malaysia's Anwar says has backing to form govt, PM unshaken
“Conclusively we have a strong, formidable majority; the govt under the leadership of Muhyiddin Yassin has fallen," says Anwar.
'Where Is My Name?': Afghan campaign to include mothers' names on ID cards stirs heated debate
Laleh Osmany vows to continue struggle as Taliban condemn the campaign.
US eyes accord on stealth fighter jets with UAE
Sources say the goal is to have a letter of agreement in place in time for UAE National Day celebrated on December 2.
K-pop band BTS delivers message of hope at UN General Assembly
BTS is the first Korean act to debut No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard singles chart after Dynamite got 300,000 sales in its first week
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik welcome their first child together
"The love I feel for this tiny human is beyond my understanding," posted the Pillowtalk singer.
World must oppose stigmatisation: Xi
Says global unity is the only way to overcome the Covid-19 pandemic.
Chinese death-row inmate digs tunnel to escape Indonesian jail
“This is the second time he escaped,” says Tangerang police’s chief Sugeng Hariyanto.
Rare 700-year-old Chinese scroll goes under the hammer in Hong Kong
The two metre-long scroll will go under the hammer along with other rare artworks on Oct 8.
Covid 'firepower': Britain imposes 6-month curbs against second wave
"We are taking decisive and appropriate steps to balance saving lives and protecting jobs and livelihoods," says Boris Johnson.
Trump says UN must 'hold China accountable' for Covid-19
Chinese president says Beijing "has no intention to fight either a Cold War or a hot one with any country".
Angered by Arab-Israel ties, Palestine quits chairing Arab League sessions
"There is no honour in seeing Arabs rush towards normalisation" with Israel, says Palestinian foreign minister.
Pakistanis looking forward to Xi’s visit, PM tells Chinese envoy
Outgoing Chinese ambassador says Pakistan's strategy of “smart lockdown” could be followed as a model by others.
TikTok calls for social media alliance against suicide content after man kills himself in Facebook livestream
TikTok says it sent letter to chiefs of Facebook, Instagram, Google, YouTube, Twitter, Twitch, Snapchat, Pinterest and Reddit.
Post Malone leads Billboard Awards nominations with 16 nods
Lil Nas X follows Malone with 13 nominations, while Billie Eilish and Khalid each scored 12 nods.
14 Afghan security men killed in clashes with Taliban
Taliban fighters' overnight assault inflicted a heavy toll that has left Afghan troops vulnerable to being overrun.
Will break all ties with Anurag if he's found guilty of sexual misconduct, says Tapsee Pannu
The filmmaker has been accused by actor Payal Ghosh who claims he made unwanted advances at her during Bombay Velvet’s shoot
Trump to name Supreme Court pick at end of week
Trump is seizing on the sudden vacancy as a way to change the subject and super-charge his right-wing base.
Taj Mahal reopens even as India’s coronavirus cases soar
In recent months Modi's govt has eased restrictions including on many train routes, domestic flights, markets, restaurants.
Eight Indian MPs suspended after parliament protests
MPs had torn up copies of legislation, broken microphones, hurled copies of parliamentary rulebook and staged a sit-in protest.
Emissions by richest one per cent twice that of poorest 50pc: study
Excessive consumption has left little room in the world’s “carbon budget” for poorer countries to grow.
Hundreds of whales stranded in southern Australia
At least twenty-five whales have died and scientists are trying to rescue 250 more that are stranded in Tasmania island.
At least 10 dead, up to 25 feared trapped in India building collapse
Official says teams armed with specialised equipment and sniffer dogs are trying to rescue trapped people.
India, China commanders meet again on ending border standoff
For the first time, a senior Indian foreign ministry official is also participating in the military-level meeting.
'An absolute cricketing legend': Sporting world, others react to Dean Jones' death
Cricketers from around the world write tributes and send his family their condolences on social media.
Former Australia batsman Dean Jones passes away at 59
Jones, regarded as one of the finest batsmen of his generation, was in Mumbai as part of Star India's commentary panel for IPL.
In-form Shaheen eyes more successes
"I want to earn more achievements for my country," says the lanky pacer from Landi Kotal.
Test cricket important for player development: Misbah
"If you want to make a name for yourself in the cricketing world, then you have to play Test cricket."
Top seed Medvedev falls at first hurdle
Daniil Medvedev struggled to find his feet on clay as he was broken three times by Humbert in a lacklustre performance.
Tokyo Olympic athletes face tracking apps if virus persists
Athletes may have to submit a detailed plan of their activities in advance or save their whereabouts on a ‘map app’.
Zimbabwe to tour Pakistan next month for ODI, T20 series
Multan, Rawalpindi to host three matches each of the series which will be held under "strict Covid-19 protocols", says PCB.
New domestic system, deal with PTV to be game changers: Wasim Khan
"The PCB's main function is to take steps to promote cricket in order to make a strong team at a national level," he says.
Djokovic back on track with fifth Rome title
The world number one lifted a record 36th Masters crown, one more than great rival Rafael Nadal, after beating Diego Schwartzman.
Suarez language exam for Italian citizenship rigged, say prosecutors
University denies any wrongdoing, says it acted with "correctness and transparency".
Return of fans to English stadiums put on hold
PM Boris Johnson has set out a range of tough new restrictions for England designed to limit the spread of Covid-19.
South Africa wait to decide Test team captain
Head coach Mark Boucher has confirmed the captain will not be limited-overs skipper Quinton de Kock.
Wonder kid Imaad bounces back to clinch scrabble event
The brilliant 14-year-old wonder kid staged the most astonishing comebacks ever witnessed in national championship history.
Djokovic, Halep into Italian Open finals
World number one Djokovic will play Argentine Diego Schwartzman for his fifth Rome title; Halep faces Karolina Pliskova.
Tokyo Games consulting firm paid $370,000 to Diack’s son
Report comes amid French investigations into the former head of Tokyo’s bid committee, Tsunekazu Takeda.
Departmental hockey and reforms should go side by side: Asif Bajwa
PHF secretary says financial support, in the form of employment, is imperative to entice youngsters towards hockey.
Leicester go top, Liverpool’s Mane sinks 10-man Chelsea
Liverpool put Chelsea away with relative ease at Stamford Bridge.
Shaheen Afridi takes four wickets in four balls for Hampshire in rare feat
Left-arm pacer routed the stumps of John Simpson, Steven Finn, Thilan Walallawita and Tim Murtagh one after the other.
Mbappe stars on return as PSG hit top gear
France forward Kylian Mbappe fired PSG ahead with a 38th-minute penalty.
Aspas double stuns Valencia
Valencia have not won away from home in the league since December.
Nadal stunned, Djokovic battles into Italian Open semis
“It was not my night at all," said Nadal.
Toyota claim third straight Le Mans race
The 88th edition of the iconic endurance race was rescheduled from June and held without fans due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
All First XI players, support staff pass Covid-19 test
“They will now enter the bio-secure zone today in which they will be able to roam and interact with each other freely,” says PCB.
Djokovic, Nadal in quarters as Italian Open prepares for fans
Italy’s government has said that 1,000 spectators can be present at the Foro Italico from today’s semi-finals.
Leeds edge Fulham in seven-goal thriller
Dominic Calvert-Lewin bags a hat-trick as Everton thrash 10-man West Bromwich Albion 5-2.
Shaheed Benazir XI win girls basketball match
Cameron Turner with 12 points was the leading scorer for the winners.
Hertha whip Werder
Andrej Kramaric scores a hat-trick to hand Hoffenheim a 3-2 win at Cologne, who equalised twice.
PCB to call Misbah, Azhar’s explanation for holding meeting with PM
An explanation will not be sought from Mohammad Hafeez as he is not on the PCB's central contract list.
PCB top brass meet for execution of five-year development plan
PCB Chairman Ehsan Mani presided over the meeting.
Infantino welcomes dialogue but won’t accept govt interference in PFF affairs
The Humza Khan-led Normalisation Committee has a mandate until the end of this year to hold PFF elections.
FIFA boss concerned at delays to World Cup qualifiers
The South American qualifiers, due to start in March, will not get underway until next month.
PCB terminates PSL’s international media rights partner’s contract
The partner failed to honour its commitments and obligations, leaving the PCB with no other option, says official.
Formation of national anti-doping governing board approved
The board will comprise officials from the PSB, the PCB, the Pakistan Olympic Association and the health and law ministries.
Bio-secure bubbles a blueprint for others: Morgan
“I think we’ve pioneered and mapped out exactly how to get cricket back on," he says.
Buzz missing but IPL aims to bring normality amid pandemic
Matches will be held in bio-secure bubbles in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi in front of empty stands.