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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board has demanded a public apology from a journalist over what it described as “agenda-driven fake news” targeting the character of Pakistan’s national cricketers. In a statement issued on Thursday, the PCB strongly condemned the broadcast of unverified allegations against a Pakistan player, calling the report baseless and unacceptable. PCB Warns of Legal Action The cricket board said the reporter responsible for the news must issue a public apology immediately, warning that failure to do so could lead to strict legal action. “Agenda-driven fake news targeting the character of our players is unacceptable and will not be tolerated,” the PCB said. The board added that it would take all necessary steps to address what it termed malicious reporting if the apology is not issued promptly. Controversy Over Report The controversy began after a local media outlet aired a report alleging that a Pakistani cricketer had been involved in inappropriate behaviou...

An explosive half-century by in-form opener Sanju Samson, backed by a disciplined all-round bowling display, helped India secure a narrow seven-run victory over England in the second semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. The victory propelled India into the final, where they will be locking horns with New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Set to chase a daunting 254-run target, England could accumulate 246/7 in their 20 overs despite Jacob Bethell's gutsy century. England got off to a dismal start to the pursuit as they lost opener Phil Salt (five) and captain Harry Brook (seven) inside five overs with just 38 runs on the board. Following the early dismissals, Bethell walked out to bat at No.4 and shared a 26-run partnership for the third wicket with Jos Buttler, who made a 17-ball 25 before falling victim to Varun Chakravarthy on the penultimate delivery of the batting powerplay. England then suffered ...

LAHORE: Management of the Pakistan Super League has shared a tentative schedule for PSL Season 11 with franchises, with Lahore expected to host the highest number of matches. According to reports, the draft schedule includes 44 matches, with games planned across multiple cities in Pakistan. Match Distribution Across Cities Lahore: 14 matches Rawalpindi: 10 matches Faisalabad: 7 matches Multan: 4 matches Karachi: 6 matches Peshawar: 2 matches For the first time, league matches are expected to be held in Faisalabad and Peshawar, expanding the tournament’s footprint to more cricket venues. Opening Match The opening game of PSL-11 is scheduled for March 26, featuring Lahore Qalandars against Hyderabad Kingsmen. Another major clash will see Quetta Gladiators face Karachi Kings on March 27 in Lahore. The tournament is expected to include seven double-header match days. Playoffs and Final Qualifier: May 2 in Rawalpindi Eliminator 1: May 3 Eliminator 2: May 5 in Lahore Sour...

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to appoint former national captain Sarfaraz Ahmed as the new coach of Pakistan’s Test cricket team, according to sources. Sarfaraz Ahmed is expected to take charge ahead of Pakistan’s upcoming Test series against Bangladesh national cricket team, scheduled for May. The development comes after the tenure of interim coach Azhar Mahmood concluded. Sources said the PCB is likely to make an official announcement soon, confirming Sarfaraz Ahmed’s appointment as part of the coaching setup for the red-ball squad. Currently, Sarfaraz Ahmed is serving as manager and mentor of Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team, where he has been working closely with young talent and development programs. Sarfaraz, who captained Pakistan to victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2017, is widely regarded as one of the country’s most experienced cricket leaders. Cricket analysts believe his leadership experience and understanding of the dressing room could help s...

Lemons and limes are among the most versatile seasonal fruits, available twice a year and often sold at affordable prices during peak harvest. Instead of letting them go to waste, they can be transformed into refreshing drinks, flavourful syrups, and long-lasting pickles that last for months. From classic nimboo pani to tangy lime pickle, here are simple ways to preserve and enjoy citrus all year round. Lime or Lemon Squash A ready-to-use concentrate that saves you the trouble of squeezing fresh lemons every time. Ingredients: 6 lbs lemon/lime juice 12 lbs sugar 12 lbs water 8½ grams potassium metabisulphite Method: Mix juice, sugar and water until the sugar fully dissolves. Dissolve potassium metabisulphite in warm water separately. Add it to the syrup and mix thoroughly. Pour into sterilised bottles and seal tightly. Ready to use after three weeks. Lime or Lemon Syrup Perfect for desserts, drinks, or drizzling over pancakes. Ingredients: 1 cup juice 3 cups sugar...

As dengue cases surge worldwide, an Indian vaccine candidate has entered Phase III trials, raising hopes for one of the world’s first single-dose shots against the mosquito-borne disease. Final Phase Testing Underway Indian pharmaceutical firm Panacea Biotec has begun final-stage trials of its dengue vaccine candidate, DengiAll, after nearly 15 years of development. More than 10,000 volunteers across India are participating in the study, which is being overseen by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). If results are favourable, the vaccine could be rolled out as early as next year. “We will try to get this vaccine out there as soon as possible,” said Syed Khalid Ali, chief scientific officer at Panacea. Rising Global Threat According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly half of the world’s population is now at risk of dengue, with an estimated 100 to 400 million infections annually. India alone has recorded more than one million cases and at least 1,500 dea...