Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Hardie stars as Zalmi outclass Kingsmen in PSL 11 final
LAHORE, MAY 3 /DNA/ – A sensational display from Hardie powered Zalmi past the Kingsmen in the PSL 11 final, sealing a dominant victory and the championship trophy. Peshawar Zalmi won the PSL 11th edition by defeating Hyderzabad Kings by five wickets. Pesahwar lost its early 4 wickets but then Samad and Hardie led the team to victory. Zalmi captain Babar Azam’s decision to field first paid dividends as the 2017 champions booked the debutants for a modest 129 in 18 overs. Kingsmen got off to a shaky start toRead More
Responsible journalism cornerstone of democratic society: Governor Kundi
PESHAWAR, May 3: Governor Khyber Pakhtunwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Sunday said that free, independent and responsible journalism was the cornerstone of every democratic society and stressed the need for further improvement in efforts against fake news and propaganda. In his message on World Press Freedom Day being observed on May 3, the Governor said that media in Pakistan was already playing a more effective role against fake news spread by anti-state and anti-humanity elements, however, more progress was still needed in this regard. Referring to this year’s theme, “ShapingRead More
Pakistani media bodies warn global press freedom declining
KARACHI, May 3 /DNA/ — A joint action committee of leading Pakistani media organizations has voiced deep alarm over what it calls a worldwide deterioration of press freedom, noting that journalists in both developing and developed nations face rising censorship, violence, and economic pressure. In a statement issued on World Press Freedom Day, the Pakistan Broadcasters Association (PBA), All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS), Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE), Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AMEND), and Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) said the past year had beenRead More
Iranian envoy reaffirms Pakistan’s ‘central role’ in ongoing talks with US
New negotiation plan conveyed through Islamabad to Washington, says Ambassador Moghadam Saifullah Ansar/DNA ISLAMABAD: Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam on Sunday said Islamabad continues to serve as a central mediator in Iran’s negotiations with the United States. “Pakistan remains a mediator, and no decision has been made to alter this,” the envoy said in an interview with an Iranian news agency, adding that progress in talks depends on a shift in Washington’s approach. His comments came a day after US President Donald Trump cast doubt over the prospectsRead More
Peshawar Zalmi win toss, decide to bowl first against Hyderabad Kingsmen in PSL 11 final
LAHORE, MAY 3 – Former champions Peshawar Zalmi won the toss and decided to bowl first against debutants Hyderabad Kingsmen in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 final at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday. For the first time in the history of the PSL, a separate reward has been set for the franchises, with the winning franchise getting $500,000, runners up will get $300,000, while the franchise with the best player development efforts will bag $200,000. The tournament-winning prize for players will comprise $500,000. Discover moreTV & VideoPakistan news analysisPoliticalRead More
Ishaq Dar, Jordan’s Safadi discuss peace, bilateral cooperation
ISLAMABAD, MAY 3 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister/Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke today with Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister of Jordan, Ayman Safadi @AymanHSafadi. DPM/FM Safadi coveyed Jordan’s deep appreciation of Pakistan’s constructive role and continued efforts for peace, dialogue, and regional stability in the context of ongoing tensions in the region. DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting constructive engagement among all parties to support stability and peaceful resolution of conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy. The two leaders also reaffirmed the strong bilateral relationsRead More