Sunday, March 9th, 2025
India clinch Champions Trophy for record 3rd time after thumping New Zealand in Pakistan-hosted mega event
DUBAI: India scripted history by securing their third ICC Champions Trophy title with a thrilling victory over New Zealand in the final of the Pakistan-hosted tournament on Sunday. Dominating the high-stakes clash at Dubai International Stadium, India showcased their prowess with both bat and ball to outclass their opponents, adding another prestigious trophy to their cabinet. India have played all their matches in Dubai after they refused to tour hosts Pakistan due to political tensions and have been unbeaten at the venue in four matches. India: Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill,Read More
Malaysia-Pakistan iftar celebrates “Two Nations, One Ummah” in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, MAR 9 /DNA/ – Ambassador Dato’ Mohammad Azhar Mazlan, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Pakistan and To’ Puan Amelia Amani Lee Abdullah hosted the Iftar Reception themed “Two Nations, One Ummah: Malaysia & Pakistan”. Dr. Mufti Akeel-Ur-Rehman Pirzada, Grand Mufti of Islamabad/Chairman Ulama Aman (Peace) Committee of Pakistan graced the occasion as a Guest Speaker. Distinguished guests present were senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan, Islamabad-based ASEAN Heads of Mission, heads of think tank, members of the media, Malaysian diaspora, Friends of Malaysia, and staff membersRead More
Europe between the War and Peace
Dr Muhammad Akram Zaheer The meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Vice President JD Vance at the White House on February 28 resulted in a profound moment of reckoning for the Western alliance. In European political circles, anxiety has intensified, with some policymakers and analysts expressing concerns over the potential dissolution of NATO or the broader decline of the Western alliance. Uncertainty regarding U.S. strategic intentions has fueled apprehension about whether Washington seeks to undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty or if the Trump administration aims to executeRead More
Pakistan’s Power Sector Overhaul: PIDE study calls for smart meters to improve efficiency
ISLAMABAD, MAR 9 /DNA/ – Pakistan’s electricity sector stands at a crucial juncture as a recent study by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), conducted under the Research for Social Transformation & Advancement (RASTA) program, underscores the pressing need to modernize the country’s electricity billing system. The study advocates for the adoption of smart meters as a solution to address financial losses, billing inaccuracies, and inefficiencies in the power grid. For nearly two decades, Pakistan’s reliance on a manual billing system has led to significant financial deficits, exacerbated byRead More