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Pakistan star cricketers nominated for ICC player of the month

On March 16, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the nominees who can receive the Player of the Month award for February 2026.

Pakistan’s opening batter Sahibzada Farhan and women’s cricket captain Fatima Sana are amongst the list of those who have been recognised for their great performance.

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Instagram DMs set to become insecure

Meta has announced that it will disable the “end-to-end encryption” option for direct messages on Instagram as early as May 8, 2026, bringing an end to a privacy function, that has been available to users for several years.

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PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi assures full support to selection committee

Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has shown his full support for the national team’s selection committee today and ensured that they will have the full support of the PCB in the process as they try to finalise the squads for the upcoming international assignments.

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PCB to take legal action after PSL player exits

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that it will be taking legal action against Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani for violating his contract with the Islamabad United in the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11).

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PSL 11 may introduce digital ticketing system

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering introducing digital ticketing for select enclosures for the next edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL), which will be held from March 26 to May 3.

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New schedule for passport offices

The government has changed the working hours for Passport offices under the new schedule, these offices will now function for four days a week.

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Player transfer window opens ahead of PSL 11

The 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) Transfer Window has officially opened and will be active until Wednesday, March 18, which gives franchises a great opportunity to make player moves under the league’s transfer rules and the salary cap framework.

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Free petrol for motorcyclists announced until Eid

Amid the increase in fuel prices, motorcycle riders are being offered free petrol till Eid.

Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, announced that the motorcyclists will get 3 litres of petrol free of charge till Eid-ul-Fitr.

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Meloni says US war on Iran reflects dangerous global trend

Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday made her strongest criticism yet of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, saying the intervention is part of a worrying pattern of military actions increasingly happening outside the framework of international law.

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Major international star retires just months before World Cup

Kyle Walker has announced his retirement from international football with the England national football team on March 10th, thus ending a 14-year career of playing for the national side just four matches away from reaching the milestone of 100 matches.

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Rockstar confirms GTA 6 launch date

Rockstar Games has officially confirmed the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI on November 19, 2026, this is the long-awaited return of one of the most popular video game franchises in gaming history.

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Could black rain happen in Pakistan after Iran attacks?

After the recent severe bombing on oil installations in Iran, unusual pollution has been created in the environment, while in other countries of the region, concerns are also being expressed regarding possible weather effects.

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Why did Nadia Jamil say no to Veer-Zaara?

Pakistani actress Nadia Jamil once got a chance to be part of the iconic Bollywood movie Veer-Zaara, which was directed by legendary Bollywood director Yash Chopra.

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Green peoples bus service launched in Turbat

The Government of Balochistan has started a Green Peoples Bus Service in Turbat to provide the population with safe, comfortable, and efficient public transport for improving urban mobility in the area.

PSL 11 schedule

Proposed PSL 11 schedule revealed

The proposed schedule for the eleventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has come out, with an official announcement expected to come out next week.

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ICC Board meeting in Doha postponed

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has postponed its board meeting that was due to take place in Doha, Qatar from March 25-27 due to the current situation in the Middle East.

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Fully funded STEM scholarships announced for Pakistani women

The British Council has announced the totally funded scholarships for women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to study in the United Kingdom for the academic year of 2026-27 under the its scheme called The Women in STEM Scholarship Program.

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How to register divorce at Union Council: NADRA explains

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has disclosed the easy procedure of registering divorce at the Union Council because registering timely and then updating marital status in NADRA is legally mandatory.

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Transporters raise fares after fuel price hike

After the continuous increase in the prices of petroleum products, transporters across the country have shown strong reaction and have announced a twenty percent increase in freight vehicle fares, due to which there is a fear of further increase in the prices of essential commodities and various commercial goods.

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Saudi airports introduce E-gates for Umrah pilgrims

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports has started deploying advanced technology at major airports in order to facilitate easy and fast travel for the Umrah pilgrims, especially during the busy Ramzan season.

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India vs New Zealand final: Two giants, one trophy

The wait is nearly over. In India, on Sunday, March 8 2026, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will be the host to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between the national teams of India and New Zealand.

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Big update for Pakistanis stuck in UAE

The UAE has declared a waiver of visa overstay fines for visitors and some residents who could not exit the country as a result of recent airspace closures and flight suspensions.

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Good news for Pakistanis stuck in Kuwait

The Ministry of Interior in Kuwait has announced a grace period of automatic extension of visit visas by one month, in addition to granting an additional three-month absence permit for any resident out of country currently.

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T20 World Cup: First semifinal preview

The ICC T20 World Cup men’s 2026 first semifinal blockbuster will take place today with a clash between two of cricket’s powerhouses – New Zealand

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Islamabad Traffic Police makes big announcement

Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has announced the weekly schedule for its facilitation vans, offering on-spot public services across various areas of the federal capital from March 2 to March 8, 2026, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

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Popular TikToker killed in firing incident at iftar

A local TikToker, Jawed Mahandri was shot dead during an iftar gathering in Balakot, Mansehra district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The sad incident happened while he was spending some time with his friends during Ramzan.

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Good news for travellers in Saudi Arabia

The Makkah Chamber of Commerce has allocated 2500 fully serviced hotel rooms for citizens of countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) that are stranded at airports throughout Saudi Arabia due to widespread travel disruptions.

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Iran thanks Pakistan for its support at UN

The representative of Iran at the United Nations expressed gratitude to Pakistan, China and Russia for having held a principled stance condemning the American and Israeli attacks on Iran.

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PNSC ships halted amid rising middle east tensions

Three ships of Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) have reportedly been prevented from continuing onward towards the Strait of Hormuz as tensions have been mounting in the Middle East, private news channel reported citing sources.

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Who will lead Iran after Ali Khamenei?

Confirmation has been made by the media of Iran that the Supreme Leader of Iran, Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has been martyred in his office and an atmosphere of grief and anger has spread over the country.

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HEC to cut degree attestation delays

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Government assurances on Friday ordered the Higher Education Commission (HEC) to reduce the turnaround time for degree attestation, which it said was a complicated and expensive procedure for the students.

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EU: Afghan soil must not be used against any country

The European Union has requested restraint and dialogue as crisis mounts between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The EU’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, said that she had been deeply concerned by the escalating wave of violence in South Asia and urged both sides to de-escalate the situation.

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Bill Clinton says he Saw “Nothing Wrong” in time with Epstein

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton told lawmakers on Friday that he “saw nothing that gave me pause” while he was telling the House of Representatives Oversight Committee the period of time he associated with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, during his closed-door testimony on Friday.

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Hillary Clinton denies having information on Epstein

Former United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told a congressional committee on Thursday that she doesn’t remember ever meeting convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and has no information about his criminal activities.

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Japan’s population shrinks by 580,000 in one year

Japan’s birth rate has fallen ten years in a row, according to official data released on Thursday, highlighting the growing issue the country’s population faces, as Japan faces mounting demographic stresses.

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NLC to acquire 30% share in PNSC after PM’s approval

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a proposal by which the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) can buy a 30 per cent share in the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC), along with management control and rights of consolidation.

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Is Oshan X7 worth your money?

Pakistan’s automotive market is buzzing with discussion about whether Oshan X7, the 7-seater SUV is really worth your money.

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Who will play the opening match of PSL 11?

The first timetable of the HBL PSL Season 11 is finally out. In the first match, which will be held on March 26, a proposal has been made to play the match between Lahore Qalandars and the new addition called Hyderabad Kingsmen.

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New rules for pension announced

New rules for pension has been announced by Punjab government for its employees. The changes were announced by a formal notification.

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Saudi Arabia opens door to more foreign bidders

Saudi Arabia has reversed an earlier ban on the government contracting with foreign firms.

Government entities can now sign contracts with other international companies and international institutions even if they do not have a regional headquarters in the Kingdom.

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Big update for matric students

The government of Punjab has announced the good news for the students, who failed or received supplementary results in matric exams in the year 2024-25.

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Bill Gates withdraws from India AI summit

Bill Gates did not attend India’s AI Impact Summit, where he was due to speak as a keynote speaker, just hours before he was due to speak, he was pulled back from the limelight over his past dealings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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New digital job portal announced

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has approved a job portal and grievance system to improve employment for persons with disabilities.

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Is Pakistan playing against India in the Super Eight Stage?

The latest victory of Pakistan’s Green Shirts in the ICC T20 World Cup has officially brought the line-up for the Super Eight stage to a close as the last remaining space in that next stage was secured, securing the title dreams of the Pak squad well intact.

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Major player ruled out of T20 World Cup

Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup journey has taken a tragic turn following the ruling out of fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana from the ongoing T20 World Cup.

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HEC makes AI course mandatory for all university students

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has ordered all public and private universities across the country to introduce mandatory three credit hour course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in every undergraduate and postgraduate course.

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Getting a visa for Kuwait is now easier than ever

Kuwait has made a number of changes to the rules regarding its visit visas over the past few years. The revised framework attempts to offer more flexibility to travellers while having distinct rules on entry, duration of stay and compliance.

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Prices of samosas, pakoras fixed for Ramzan 2026

Commissioner Karachi Syed Hasan Naqvi has fixed the prices of food items in the city for the convenience of citizens before the start of Ramzan, and in this regard, 13 markets have been selected as model bazaars so that the availability of items at fixed rates can be ensured.

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KP High Court orders immediate end to PTI road blockades

Peshawar High Court expressed strong displeasure while hearing petitions filed against the blocking of roads on the demand for the release of PTI founder Imran Khan and summoned the Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the IG Police in their personal capacity.

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Big announcement for Ramzan 2026

The United Arab Emirates council for fatwa has urged citizens of all the Emirates to look out for the crescent moon for the month of Ramzan 2026 that will appear on the evening of Tuesday, February 17

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Hollywood legend passed away at 95

Hollywood legend Robert Duvall is dead at 95 with one of the most respected and enduring Hollywood careers. He died peacefully Sunday at his home where he was surrounded by family, according to his wife, Luciana Duvall.

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India in emergency mode over Usman Tariq

With the showdown between Pakistan and India at the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 nearing, there is one storyline dominating the build-up and that is India’s visible unease over Pakistan’s mystery spinner Usman Tariq.

Suzuki Exchange Program

Give your old car, drive home a brand-new one: Apply here

Pak Suzuki Company has introduced the Suzuki Exchange Program with the aim of making the vehicle upgrade process easier for customers across the country, under which customers can obtain a new or Suzuki-certified used vehicle in exchange for their old car.

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2000 free plots offered in Punjab

On directions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Provincial Housing Minister Bilal Yasin completed the digital balloting of 2,000 free residential plots in 19 districts under the “Apni Zameen, Apna Ghar” program.

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Good news for UAE visa applicants in Pakistan

Pakistan’s Ambassador to United Arab Emirates (UAE), Shafqat Ali Khan, on Friday denied the reports saying that the Gulf country had suspended the issuance of 96 and 48-hour transit visas for the Pakistani nationals.

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Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV price announced in Pakistan

Chery Pakistan has officially announced the cost of its signature Tiggo 9 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), which is another big move in the company’s plan to expand locally.

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Chocolate, fries, cold drinks banned in schools

The United Arab Emirates has banned soft drinks, chocolates, and potato chips in school lunches altogether as a bid to promote better eating habits amongst students across the country. The decision was made by the UAE Ministry of Education in Dubai.

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Senior politician, former MPA Zaeem Qadri passes away

Senior Pakistani politician and a former Member of the Punjab Assembly, Zaeem Qadri, has died today. According to media reports, he had been under treatment at a private hospital for the last three days on account of a heart ailment.

Four day working week in Dubai likely to continue in 2026

New working hours announced for Ramzan 2026

The Government of Pakistan has issued revised working hours of passport offices nationwide during the holy month of Ramzan and has also announced the passport fee information.

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SUPARCO launches second homegrown EO satellite

Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has reported the successful launch of the second indigenous Electro-Optical satellite of the country called EO-2.

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Exams 2026: Major announcement for 8th class students in Punjab

The 8th grade exams in Punjab would commence from the second week of March. For the first time in the country, the answer sheets will be evaluated through a computerised system. Results will be declared on March 31 after the computerised checking.