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Star batsman Virat Kohli slammed a record-extending 52nd one-day international century, scoring 135 off 120 balls to lead India to a thrilling 17-run victory over a determined South Africa in the first ODI on Sunday at Ranchi. Kohli shared a second-wicket partnership of 136 runs with fellow stalwart Rohit Sharma, setting India on course for a competitive 349-8. South Africa’s number eight, Corbin Bosch, made a valiant 67 off 51 balls, keeping his team in contention until the final moments. Entering the 50th over, the visitors needed 18 runs with one wicket left, but Bosch fell on the second ball, leaving South Africa all out for 332. Earlier, Matthew Breetzke (72) and Marco Jansen (70) had forged a fighting 97-run stand for the sixth wicket, reviving the chase after South Africa slipped to 11-3 and 77-4. Kuldeep Yadav was the standout bowler for India, taking 4-68, including a crucial double strike to dismiss Jansen and Breetzke in just three balls—a turning point in the match th...

Former South African captain Faf du Plessis on Saturday announced that he is pulling out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and will instead take on the challenge of playing in the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season. In a post on Instagram, the renowned cricketer said that he would not put his name in the IPL auction this year. "It's a big decision, and one that comes with a lot of gratitude when I look back," he wrote in his post. While he expressed gratitude for the support of his teammates, coaches, and support staff during his 14-year stint in the IPL, du Plessis said that it was time for him to take on a "new challenge". "This year, I've chosen to take on a new challenge and will be playing in the upcoming PSL season," he added. "It's an exciting step for me — a chance to experience something new, to grow it as a player, and to embrace a league filled with incredible talent and energy." The former South African c...

A fine show by bowlers, backed well by batters Saim Ayub and Babar Azam, steered Pakistan to a comfortable six-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the tri-nation series final at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Chasing a modest 115 for victory, the hosts came home in 18.4 overs thanks to Saim (36 off 33 balls). Babar (37 not out off 34) played an exquisite cut shot through point off pacer Dushmantha Chameera for a boundary to complete a well-deserved victory.  Mohammad Nawaz won the Player of the Match, as well as Player of the Series. “To deliver when the team requires you is very important,” he said in the post-match presentation. “I plan with the coaches and try to keep it simple because as a fingerspinner, you don’t have many options. So I try to read the game and bowl accordingly. Speaking on his batting, he said: “I try to see what the situations demands: to build a partnership or attack. So I try to play accordingly.“ Earlier, Pakistan bowlers made a spec...

Pakistan’s tennis star Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi reached a historic milestone on Friday at the final ATP tournament of his career, advancing to the doubles final of the Islamabad ATP Challenger alongside partner Muzammil Murtaza. The duo defeated Turkey’s third-seeded pair, Mert Alkaya and Alp Horoz, 6-1, 6-4, becoming the first all-Pakistani team to reach the final of any ATP event. At 44, Aisam has previously played 42 ATP World Tour finals and 58 ATP Challenger finals, but always with foreign partners. This marks the first time in his long professional career that he will compete in a final with a fellow Pakistani. The unseeded pair entered the tournament as wild cards and produced a dominant semifinal performance to secure their place in Saturday’s title match. They will face the fourth-seeded duo of Dominik Palan of the Czech Republic and Denis Yevseyev of Kazakhstan. Saturday’s final will also be Aisam’s last match on the ATP Tour. The veteran, widely regarded as Pakistan’s g...

Australia captain Pat Cummins and fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood will sit out another Ashes Test with injury while opening batter Usman Khawaja, who suffered back spasms in Perth, has been retained in an unchanged squad for the second match in Brisbane. Australia, 1-0 up in the series after beating England by eight wickets in the opener at Perth Stadium, will again be captained by stand-in skipper Steve Smith, with Mitchell Starc leading a pace attack with Scott Boland and Brendan Doggett. Cricket Australia said Cummins would travel with the squad, as he did for Perth, despite being unavailable to play. The early call on Cummins comes after Australia coach and selector Andrew McDonald said he would be given until the 11th hour to prove his fitness for the Gabba match, which starts on December 4. Cummins has been sidelined with a lumbar stress injury since Australia swept West Indies in the Caribbean in July. Hazlewood, part of Australia’s triumvirate of elite quicks with Cummins ...

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Friday published for the first time directives to improve the prevention, detection and treatment of infertility, which affects millions across the globe. “One in six people worldwide experience infertility during their lifetime,” said Pascale Allotey, the global health body’s head of sexual and reproductive health. “The condition affects individuals and couples across all regions and income levels. “And yet access to safe and affordable care remains highly inequitable.” Allotey told reporters that the issue of infertility had been neglected “for far too long”. The new guide would provide a “unified, evidence-based foundation” to ensure care is safe, effective and accessible for all, she added. According to the WHO, infertility is a condition of the male and female reproductive system, defined as the inability to achieve pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual relations. The situation can lead to major distress, st...

The International Cricket Council on Tuesday announced the schedule of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, with a high-octane encounter between arch-rivals Pakistan and India slated for February 15. The announcement was made during the unveiling ceremony as the 10th edition of the men's T20 World Cup will be played between February 7 and March 8, with India and Sri Lanka confirmed as co-hosts for the tournament featuring 20 teams. Pakistan and India are placed in Group A alongside the United States, Namibia, and the Netherlands. The arch-rivals will face each other on February 15 in Colombo, while Pakistan will play all its matches in Sri Lanka. The inaugural match will be played between India and the US on February 7, while Pakistan are scheduled to face the Netherlands in Colombo on the same day. The final is likely to be held in Ahmedabad or Colombo, depending on whether Pakistan qualify, given that India and Pakistan are currently not playing bilateral cricket due to po...

India’s Ravindra Jadeja took two wickets, but South Africa extended their lead to a commanding 395 as they moved closer to a series-clinching victory in the second Test on Tuesday. The world Test champions lead the two-match series 1-0, and even a draw in Guwahati would secure their first series win in India since 2000. India, having lost the opener in Kolkata, their fourth defeat in six home Tests, will need to bat long to avoid another loss. The Proteas reached 107-3 at the first break, after losing three wickets in the morning session, with Tristan Stubbs on 14 and Tony de Zorzi on 21 at the crease. Play in Guwahati began 30 minutes early due to early sunsets, with intervals reversed—shorter tea before lunch. South Africa resumed at 26-0, after bowling India out for 201 on day three, taking a 288-run lead in the first innings. They opted not to enforce the follow-on. Left-handed opener Ryan Rickelton hit three fours in the first session before he fell to Jadeja's left-ar...

Pakistan Shaheens' bowling lineup delivered a standout performance as they beat Bangladesh A in the final of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 at West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha, on Sunday. The game was decided in a Super Over after both side finished at 125 in their respective 20 overs. Bangladesh batted first in the one-over shootout but lost an early wicket as Ahmed Saniyal dismissed Abdul Gaffar Saqlain for a first-ball duck. Daniyal then bowled a wide that reached the boundary but recovered immediately to concede only six runs in the next delivery, finishing Bangladesh’s Super Over at six runs in 0.3 overs. Chasing seven runs to win, Pakistan began with a leg bye off the first delivery, putting Maaz Sadaqat on strike. He managed only a single off the next ball before Saad Masood struck a boundary in the third delivery, leaving Pakistan needing just one run from three balls. Masood then inside-edged the final delivery to secure the winning run and seal th...

Spinner Usman Tariq bagged a maiden hat-trick as Pakistan thumped Zimbabwe by 69 runs in the fourth game of the T20I tri-series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a daunting 196-run target, Zimbabwe suffered an early setback as opener Tadiwanashe Marumani fell for four in the opening over, dismissed by Naseem Shah. The slide continued in the next over when Mohammad Wasim Jr uprooted Brian Bennett's stumps for nine off five balls, including two boundaries, leaving Zimbabwe struggling at 14-2 after 1.4 overs. Zimbabwe lost their third wicket before the end of the powerplay as Faheem Ashraf removed veteran Brendan Taylor for a run-a-ball eight, which included two fours. Skipper Sikandar Raza and Ryan Burl attempted to steady the innings, stitching together a 34-run partnership to revive Zimbabwe's hopes. However, their resistance ended when Nawaz struck in the ninth over, dismissing Raza for 23 off 18 balls, featuring two fours and a six, reducing the visi...

Senuran Muthusamy’s gritty half-century helped South Africa reach 316-6 at the first break on day two of the second Test against India in Guwahati on Sunday. South Africa resumed on 247-6, with Muthusamy on 56 and Kyle Verreynne on 38, extending their unbeaten seventh-wicket partnership to 70 by the end of the first session. Play started 30 minutes earlier than usual due to early sunsets, with session breaks reordered so that the shorter tea break came before lunch. The tourists, who won the toss and elected to bat on Saturday, are aiming for their first series victory in India in 25 years after winning the opener of the two-match series. Verreynne hit a boundary to take South Africa past 300, while left-hander Muthusamy reached his fifty with a single off Ravindra Jadeja, looking in complete control. Earlier, Tristan Stubbs fell for 49 and skipper Temba Bavuma scored 41, sharing an 84-run partnership for the third wicket on day one—the only fifty-plus scores before Muthusamy’s ...

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has announced a major uplift in incentives for Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises, linking financial rewards not only to on-field performance but also to contributions toward cricket development, beginning with the PSL 2026 season. In an update shared on X on Friday, Naqvi revealed a revised rewards structure under which the PSL 2026 champions will receive $500,000, while the runners-up will take home $300,000, in addition to the official prize money that will be disclosed later. The PCB chairman also introduced a new category: a $200,000 award for the “Best Franchise Contributing to Cricket Development,” aimed at encouraging long-term investment in nurturing talent and strengthening the sport’s infrastructure. Naqvi stated that the newly announced prize money for the franchises will come in effect from PSL 2026 season onwards. “Let’s take Pakistan cricket to new heights,” Naqvi wrote in his announcement via Original Sourc...

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to achieve a new milestone, with the auction for two new teams scheduled for January 6, 2026. According to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), only bidders who meet the technical qualifications will be allowed to participate in the auction. The PSL has already shortlisted six cities for potential new franchises, including Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Sialkot, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit. PSL Chief Executive Officer, Salman Naseer, said the league is rapidly emerging as one of the best international T20 competitions. On November 20, 2025, the PCB finalized the two new teams and the cities that will make their debut in the upcoming PSL season. Gilgit and Faisalabad have been identified as the leading candidates for the expansion slots. Gilgit will represent Pakistan’s northern region, while Faisalabad, a historic cricketing hub long overdue for PSL representation, is expected to join the league and contribute to its next chapter. The final...

In a laboratory in Orleans, France, scientists are exploring the potential of messenger RNA (mRNA) — famously used in Covid-19 vaccines — as a possible treatment for aggressive forms of cancer. Messenger RNA, or mRNA, is a molecule that carries genetic instructions from DNA to cells, directing them to produce specific proteins. “For cancer, this message is designed to stimulate the patient’s own immune system to fight tumors effectively,” said Dimitri Szymczak, project manager at INSERM’s ART lab in Orleans. Although mRNA was discovered in the early 1960s, it gained global recognition during the Covid-19 pandemic, when it enabled the rapid development of next-generation vaccines — a breakthrough that contributed to the 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine. Currently, most research focuses on using mRNA to develop cancer vaccines, but its applications extend far beyond that. “mRNA can enhance immunity, compensate for malfunctioning cells, target rare or genetic disorders, and even treat a...

In a spectacular display of skill and dominance, Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem captured the gold medal at the Islamic Solidarity Games 2025 in Riyadh, successfully defending his previous title and reinforcing his status as a national hero. The competition, held at the renowned Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, highlighted Arshad’s exceptional talent as he outperformed a field of seven athletes, including fellow Pakistani Yasir Sultan, who claimed a well-earned silver medal. The javelin final quickly became one of the standout events of the Games, with Arshad and Yasir entering as the leading contenders based on their season-best throws. Arshad, coming off his Olympic gold victory, delivered a remarkable performance, recording a winning throw of 83.05 meters on his second attempt out of six. This throw not only secured him the gold but also demonstrated his consistency and composure under pressure. Yasir Sultan, who had previously won bronze at the 2023 Asian Champi...

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued an updated list of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) granted to national players for participation in various international leagues. As per the details, several Pakistani cricketers have been cleared to take part in the Abu Dhabi T10 League and the ILT20. The NOCs for Abu Dhabi will remain valid until November 25. Additionally, three players have been granted NOCs for the Dubai T20 League, scheduled from December 2 to January 4. These include Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, and Naseem Shah. A number of other players have also received NOCs for different leagues, among them Iftikhar Ahmed, Khawaja Nafee, Asif Ali, Salman Irshad, Mohammad Amir, Arafat Minhas, Irfan Khan, Azam Khan, Shahnawaz Dahani, Abbas Afridi, Akif Javed, Mir Hamza, Obaid Shah, and Zaman Khan. The updated list reflects PCB’s ongoing efforts to manage player workloads while facilitating their participation in global cricket events. Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afr...

Researchers on Wednesday cautioned that the growing worldwide intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) presents a serious health risk, urging governments to consider marketing restrictions and taxes on certain products produced by large food corporations. The international team of scientists also defended their research against critics, comparing efforts to cast doubt on UPFs’ risks to the tactics once used by the tobacco industry to downplay health dangers. While the definition of UPFs has sparked debate in scientific circles, with some experts calling for more precise criteria and further studies, leading researchers argue the evidence is already strong enough to demand action. In a trio of studies published in The Lancet, the researchers reviewed 104 prior investigations and found that diets high in UPFs are linked to a significantly higher risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and premature death. Their second study highlighted that UPF consumption is on the rise globally, ...

Pakistan Shaheens continued their dominant run in the ACC Men's Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, defeating the UAE by nine wickets in their final Group B match at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Chasing a modest total, Pakistan reached their target in just 5.2 overs, losing only one wicket. The sole early setback came when Mohammad Rohid dismissed Mohammad Naeem for six off five balls. Maaz Sadaqat and Ghazi Ghori then steadied the innings with a 50-run partnership for the second wicket, ensuring a comfortable victory. Sadaqat played a blistering unbeaten innings of 37 off just 15 balls, hitting four boundaries and three sixes. Ghori supported him well with 16 runs from 12 deliveries, including three fours. Earlier, UAE struggled from the start after being asked to bat, losing three wickets inside the powerplay. Opening batter Ahmed Tariq fell for a first-ball duck to Shahid Aziz, while captain Alishan Sharafu was trapped LBW by Arafat Minhas for thr...

A three-year initiative to provide human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to low-income countries has prevented an estimated 1.4 million cervical cancer deaths, the vaccine alliance Gavi announced Monday. “Thanks to a coordinated effort over the past three years by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and lower-income countries, around 86 million girls are now protected against the leading cause of cervical cancer,” the organisation said. The announcement, made to mark World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, highlighted that “an estimated 1.4 million future deaths” have been averted through the campaign. HPV-related cervical cancer disproportionately affects low-income nations, where access to screening and treatment is often limited. These countries accounted for 90 percent of the 350,000 cervical cancer deaths recorded globally in 2022, according to Gavi. Gavi CEO Sania Nishtar praised the “incredible commitment” of countries and partner organisations that helped achieve the target of immu...

Chasing 212, Pakistan crossed the finish line in 44.4 overs with six wickets in hand, completing a 3-0 series sweep over Sri Lanka. Tributes poured in on Sunday as national leaders and cricket officials lauded Pakistan’s dominant ODI performance and the competitive spirit displayed throughout the series. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took to X to congratulate the team, praising their “wonderful display of cricket’s unifying spirit.” He said, “I congratulate our national team on winning the ODI series against Sri Lanka,” also commending Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and his team “for their tireless efforts.” Sharif further extended gratitude to the Sri Lankan players and management, highlighting that “they once again reflected the enduring friendship between our two nations.” PCB Chairman Naqvi also celebrated Pakistan’s achievement, stating, “Well done boys! Congratulations to all the players on a brilliant clean sweep in the ODI series against Sri Lanka, foll...

Three more people died from dengue in Sindh, while 113 new cases were reported, the DG Health Sindh spokesperson said. Among the fatalities, one patient passed away in Karachi and two in Hyderabad. Today, 113 dengue patients were admitted to government hospitals, with an additional 57 treated in private facilities. Currently, 44 dengue patients are receiving care in Karachi’s government hospitals, while Hyderabad reported 35 new cases and other districts saw 34 more. A total of 241 patients are undergoing treatment across the province. The health department tested 5,229 samples, confirming 774 positive cases of the disease. Sindh has allocated 556 hospital beds for dengue patients in government facilities, with 220 more in private hospitals in Karachi. Meanwhile, 167 beds are fixed for dengue patients in the government hospitals of Hyderabad, while the number stands at 207 for private hospitals in the province’s second-largest city for the dengue ailment. The health department ...

Hobbling Daryl Mitchell scored his seventh one-day international century as New Zealand posted 269-7 in the opening ODI against the West Indies on Sunday. Batting through a groin injury, Mitchell made 119 runs before being dismissed in the final over, dominating the home side’s innings after a slow start at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval. New Zealand lost early wickets as Matthew Forde struck twice in consecutive deliveries, dismissing Rachin Ravindra and Will Young to leave the Kiwis reeling at 24-2. Opener Devon Conway contributed 49 runs, but aside from Mitchell, the rest of the batting line-up struggled for timing. The 34-year-old world No. 3 in ODI cricket was cautious initially but accelerated in the latter stages, smashing 12 fours and two sixes to the leg-side boundary. Despite favoring his injury while running between the wickets, Mitchell reached his century with a commanding pull off seamer Jayden Seales in the 46th over. He was later caught in the deep off the same bowle...

The second One-Day International (ODI) between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will take place at Rawalpindi Stadium. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that tickets originally purchased for November 13 will remain valid for November 14, after the match was postponed by a day due to Tuesday’s suicide bombing in Islamabad. Similarly, the third and final ODI of the series has been rescheduled to November 16, instead of November 15. Tickets purchased for November 15 will also be valid for the new date. Pakistan currently holds a 0-1 lead in the three-match ODI series, having defeated Sri Lanka by six runs in the first encounter. SQUADS Pakistan: Shaheen Shah Afridi (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub and Salman Ali Agha. Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (C), Pathum Nissanka, Lahiru Udara, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Me...

The first Play-Off Road match to the FIH World Cup Qualifier between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be played at Dhaka today.  The match will start at 4:00 p.m Pakistan Standard Time. via Original Source

Agha Salman's unbeaten ton powered Pakistan to a commanding total of 299 for five against Sri Lanka in the first One-Day International (ODI) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. After winning the toss, Sri Lanka opted to field first. Pakistan’s innings began with openers Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub, but the early breakthrough came in the fourth over when Saim was dismissed for just six runs. Fakhar followed in the 18th over after scoring 32 off 55 balls. Pakistan’s middle order struggled as Mohammad Rizwan (5) and Babar Azam (29) fell cheaply, leaving the team under pressure at 76 for four.  However, a crucial partnership between Agha Salman and Hussain Talat steadied the innings. The pair added 157 runs for the fifth wicket, lifting Pakistan to a strong position. Hussain Talat contributed a valuable 62 runs before being dismissed, while Agha Salman continued his fluent batting to register an unbeaten 105 off 87 deliveries, laced with nine fours. In the final over...

The first one-day international (ODI) of the three-match series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be played at Pindi Cricket Stadium today. The toss is scheduled for 2:00 PM, with play starting at 2:30 PM. Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead the Pakistani side, marking his second ODI series as captain. Recently, Pakistan defeated South Africa 2-1 under Afridi’s leadership. Sri Lanka will be captained by Charith Asalanka. Historically, out of 157 ODIs between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Pakistan have won 93, while Sri Lanka have won 59; one match was tied and four ended with no result. At Pindi Cricket Stadium, the two teams have faced each other twice, with each side winning once. Sri Lanka also played a one-day game against Zimbabwe at this venue, securing a win. The Pindi Cricket Stadium pitch offers a well-balanced surface for both batters and bowlers, though spinners may play a bigger role as the match progresses, particularly in the second innings. Historically, teams batting fi...

Unidentified gunmen have opened fire at national cricketer Naseem Shah's 'hujra' (a property adjacent or near the house), damaging the main gate, windows, and a parked vehicle at the property, police said on Monday. The firing incident took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Lower Dir district. Police said that five suspects were arrested and a case was registered. Fortunately, Naseem's family remained safe in the incident as the pacer is currently in Rawalpindi. The national team is gearing up to take on Sri Lanka in the three-match ODI series, scheduled to run from November 11 to 15. Naseem will then represent Pakistan in the T20I tri-series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, scheduled to be played in Rawalpindi and Lahore from November 17 to 29. via Original Source

A massive fire broke out at the Syed Abdullah Shah Institute of Medical Sciences in Sehwan on Sunday, causing extensive damage to the hospital’s dialysis centre and emergency ward. According to initial reports, the blaze erupted due to a short circuit in the dialysis centre and quickly spread to the adjoining emergency ward. Both units, together comprising 54 beds, were completely gutted in the fire. Panic spread across the hospital as smoke filled the building, forcing staff and attendants to evacuate patients to safety. “Efforts are underway to control the fire,” hospital administration officials said, adding that rescue and firefighting teams were on the scene. Patients and their families faced considerable distress amid the chaos, while authorities launched an inquiry into the cause of the incident and the extent of the damage. via Original Source

Pakistan has claimed the Hong Kong Sixes cricket tournament title for the sixth time, defeating Kuwait in an impressive final showdown. Batting first, Pakistan posted 135 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in their allotted 6 overs. Captain Abbas Afridi led the charge with a brilliant 52-run innings, supported by Abdul Samad’s 42 and Khawaja Nafay’s 22 runs. In response, Kuwait managed only 92 runs in their 6 overs, falling short of Pakistan’s formidable total. Mohsin Naqvi congratulates Pakistan team Meanwhile, Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi congratulated the Pakistan team for winning the tournament. In his tweet, Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan won the Hong Kong Sixes tournament for the sixth time by defeating Kuwait in the final. via Original Source

A twelve-day nationwide Measles and Rubella (MR) vaccination drive will be conducted from November 17 to 29 in high-risk districts across the country. During the campaign, children will also receive the polio vaccine along with Measles and Rubella immunizations. The free vaccination will be available for all children aged six months to five years at government health centers, madrasas, and designated vaccination points. Parents and guardians are advised to contact the Health Protection Helpline 1166, where trained medical staff will provide guidance regarding the vaccination process. Earlier, Dr. Aftab Kakar, Coordinator of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI) Balochistan, announced that the MR vaccination drive will cover all 36 districts of Balochistan during the 12-day campaign. Dr. Kakar urged parents to ensure their children, aged between six months and under five years, receive the vaccine to strengthen immunity and protect against these potentially life-threatening...

The 2nd One Day International of three match series between Pakistan and South Africa will be played in Faisalabad today. The match will start at 3:00 p.m. Pakistan lead the series one-nil. via Original Source

The dengue outbreak has intensified across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with 80 new confirmed cases reported during the past 24 hours, official sources said on Thursday. According to a report issued by the provincial health department, 29 new patients were admitted to various hospitals across the province during the same period. The total number of active dengue cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has reached 367, with 42 patients currently under treatment in different hospitals. District-wise data showed that Nowshera and Mardan each have 13 dengue patients, while Charsadda has seven, Kohat six, and Swabi two. So far this year, 5,150 dengue cases have been reported across the province, out of which 1,848 patients were hospitalized, while 4,781 have recovered. The health department confirmed that two dengue-related deaths have occurred in the province this year. via Original Source

Chief selector George Bailey praised uncapped opener Jake Weatherald as “impressive” after the 31-year-old was named in Australia’s squad for the first Ashes Test. Bailey highlighted Weatherald’s attributes, saying he possesses all the qualities needed for the role. Marnus Labuschagne was recalled to the squad, while young opener Sam Konstas was dropped from the 15-man roster. Steve Smith will captain the side in Pat Cummins’s absence due to injury. If selected to face Ben Stokes’s England in Perth on November 21, Weatherald would become Usman Khawaja’s sixth opening partner since David Warner’s early retirement last year. Previous experiments with Steve Smith, Nathan McSweeney, Travis Head, Labuschagne, and Konstas had not yielded long-term success. Bailey did not confirm whether Weatherald would make his debut in the XI. “No, not confirmed in the XI,” he said. “We still have 14 of our 15-man squad playing round four of the Sheffield Shield, so there’s more information to gathe...

Many people experience shortness of breath or feel out of breath even after walking a short distance. In medical terms, this condition is known as dyspnea, and while it can be temporary or harmless, it sometimes signals a more serious underlying issue. Below are some common causes of breathlessness during walking or mild activity: 1. Lack of Physical Fitness If you get tired or start panting after light physical activity, it may be due to poor physical fitness. When the body is not used to regular movement, even simple tasks like climbing stairs or walking longer distances can lead to shortness of breath. 2. Obesity Excess body fat, especially around the chest and abdomen, can put pressure on the lungs and diaphragm, making it harder to breathe. Obesity is one of the most common causes of breathlessness during physical activity. 3. Anxiety Disorder People suffering from anxiety often experience physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing. Excessive worry...

Pakistan defeated South Africa by two wickets following Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha's fifties to chase down a 264-run target in the first ODI at the Iqbal Cricket Stadium, Faisalabad, on Tuesday. Chasing a modest 264-run target, the home side were made to do hard yards by South Africa’s bowling attack as they knocked the winning runs with just two balls to spare, while losing eight wickets in the process. Pakistan got off to a solid start to the pursuit, courtesy of an 87-run opening partnership between Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman. Right-arm spinner Donovan Ferreira inspired South Africa’s comeback by dismissing both the openers in his successive overs as Pakistan slipped to 102/2 in 17.3 overs. Saim scored 39 off 42 deliveries with the help of four sixes and a six, while Fakhar smashed six boundaries, including two sixes, on his way to a 57-ball 45. Pakistan then suffered another setback to their pursuit as star batter Babar Azam fell victim to Bjorn Fortuin in the 2...

The Punjab government has approved the recruitment of medical professionals on a temporary basis to address staff shortages in the healthcare sector. In this regard, the Punjab Locum Hiring Act 2025 has been passed by the Punjab Assembly, paving the way for a structured mechanism to hire medical experts on short-term contracts. Under the new law, a Locum Policy Committee will be established to oversee the recruitment process. The provincial minister for specialized healthcare will serve as the chairperson of the committee, while the secretary of the department will act as the vice-chairperson. The committee will include three field experts and human resource specialists as members. Its responsibilities will include assessing staffing gaps across the province’s healthcare institutions and defining terms of reference (TORs) for temporary hiring. In addition, the committee will determine the duration of employment, salary structure, and other benefits, ensuring that all appointmen...

Pakistan’s newly appointed ODI captain, Shaheen Afridi, is set to lead the national team in his debut 50-over series as skipper, starting Tuesday against South Africa in Faisalabad. “It is an honour to captain my country,” said the 25-year-old during a pre-match press conference. Shaheen previously served as Pakistan’s T20I captain, a stint that ended after a 4-1 series defeat in New Zealand last year. “Wearing the national jersey is always a proud moment, but captaining the team comes with added responsibility,” he added. Asked about being handed the ODI captaincy after his earlier T20I role, Shaheen remained composed. “Our duty is to serve Pakistan cricket and perform in whichever role we’re assigned. Leadership appointments are management decisions, and we respect that. My focus is on improving our one-day game and leading the team from the front,” he said. Pakistan will feature a strong lineup, with Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah spearheading the attack, and Baba...