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Zimbabwe Cricket team arrives in Islamabad for Tri-Nation T20 series

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ISLAMABAD: The Zimbabwe cricket team has arrived in Islamabad to participate in the upcoming Tri-Nation T20 Series. The team will rest today ahead of the start of the tournament.

The series, featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe, is scheduled to begin on 18 November in Rawalpindi.

Earlier, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revised the tournament schedule, with all matches now set to be played in Rawalpindi from 18 to 29 November. Previously, matches were planned in both Rawalpindi and Lahore from 17 to 29 November.

Sri Lankan squad stays in Pakistan after PCB’s security assurance

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KARACHI: The Sri Lankan cricket team’s manager has confirmed that no player will be returning home and that all members of the squad will remain in Pakistan for the ongoing series.

The team manager clarified that “all Sri Lankan players are staying in Pakistan, and no one is leaving the tour.”

Earlier, reports had suggested that some Sri Lankan players were considering returning home, prompting the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to take urgent measures to ensure the continuation of the ODI and Tri-Nation series.

PCB Chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the Sri Lankan players and assured them of enhanced security arrangements. Following these assurances, the Sri Lankan team decided to continue the tour.

The Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) also confirmed that Chairman Mohsin Naqvi had personally briefed the players regarding security protocols. The board stated that if any player opted out of the remaining matches, suitable replacements would be arranged.

Sri Lanka is scheduled to play the remaining two ODIs against Pakistan before participating in the Tri-Nation Series, also to be held in Pakistan.

US submits revised resolution to UNSC for Gaza Stability Force

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UNITED NATIONS: The United States has presented a revised resolution to the UN Security Council proposing the establishment of a Gaza Stability Force.

Under the US-drafted resolution, the force would be overseen by a Board of Peace, chaired by President Trump. The board is tasked with monitoring economic recovery programs in Gaza and supervising efforts to disarm non-state actors through various subsidiary bodies.

According to foreign media, the draft includes Trump’s comprehensive 20-point peace plan.

Last month, during President Trump’s visit to Egypt, an agreement was reached regarding Gaza’s administration, approving the transfer of governance to technocrats.

However, the Palestinian group Hamas insisted that Gaza’s management should remain under Palestinian technocrats.

Turkish C-130 crash in Georgia claims lives of 20 onboard

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ANKARA: Turkey has confirmed that all 20 personnel aboard a military cargo plane that crashed in Georgia have died, according to the Turkish Defense Minister.

The C-130 military cargo aircraft went down in Georgia while returning to Turkey after taking off from Azerbaijan.

Turkish authorities had earlier reported the crash but had not provided details on the cause or the fatalities. It was confirmed that all 20 Turkish crew members on board lost their lives in the accident.

“Players are not machines,” says Haris Rauf amid criticism

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf has emphasized that winning matches is his top priority and expressed his readiness to play Test cricket if given the opportunity.

Speaking to the media after Pakistan’s thrilling victory over Sri Lanka in the first ODI, Haris Rauf noted that bowling in cold weather conditions can be challenging.

He also shared his frustration, saying that people tend to forget ten good performances and remember just one poor outing, expecting players to deliver consistently in every match.

Rauf added, “People think players are robots. We are not machines; we make mistakes too, but we have confidence in ourselves.”

Earlier, Pakistan secured a narrow 6-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first match of the three-ODI series, gaining a 1-0 lead.

Chasing Pakistan’s target of 300 runs, Sri Lanka managed 293 runs in their allotted 50 overs.

At Pindi Cricket Stadium, Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to field first. Pakistan posted a total of 299 for 5 wickets, thanks to an unbeaten 105-run innings by Salman Agha.

Dubai successfully completes first test flight of Air Taxi

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DUBAI: Dubai has successfully conducted the first test flight of its air taxi, marking a major milestone in the emirate’s futuristic transportation plans.

The UAE government announced that the air taxi service is expected to be operational for the public by 2026.

The test flight took off from the desert area of Margham, connecting Dubai and Al Ain, and landed at Al Maktoum Airport in Dubai.

Officials stated that the electric air taxi can fly at speeds of up to 320 km/h, accommodate four passengers, and is designed to be environmentally friendly with reduced noise levels.

Further experimental flights are planned over urban areas, and Skyports Company is developing the first air taxi station near Dubai International Airport to facilitate the upcoming service.

Saudi Arabia introduces drone transport for medical supplies

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Saudi Arabia will deploy drones to transport medicines and blood samples during the upcoming Hajj season, significantly reducing delivery times, according to Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel.

The minister stated that while traditional vehicles take between one and three hours to transport medical supplies or samples, drones will cut this duration down to just 5–10 minutes, ensuring faster and more efficient medical support for pilgrims.

He further emphasized that all pilgrims are required to receive the meningitis vaccine, while some countries have additional vaccine requirements based on health guidelines.

According to the minister, these special instructions issued by the Health Ministry aim to protect pilgrims’ health and prevent the spread of infections during the Hajj season.

Jonty Rhodes expresses concern over Delhi’s air quality

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Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes expressed concern over Delhi’s worsening air quality during a recent visit to India.

Rhodes shared comparative images of Delhi and Goa on social media platform X, highlighting the stark difference in air conditions.

Alongside the photos, he wrote, “Thankful that we live in South Goa where our children can play football outside, whereas in Delhi, children are told to stay indoors.”

It is worth noting that Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) can reach up to 400 as winter approaches, making outdoor activities hazardous.

COAS lauds Military College Jhelum’s role in nurturing leadership

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RAWALPINDI: The closing ceremony of 45th Pakistan Army Rifle Association (PARA) Central Meet was held at Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU), Jhelum. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir graced the occasion as Chief Guest.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 45th PARA Central Meet 2025 was conducted from 01 October to 10 November 2025.  Over 2000 participants from Pakistan Army, Air Force, Navy, Civil Armed Forces, Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan and Federal Rifle Associations displayed their shooting skills with full zeal and enthusiasm.

Pak Army won the 3rd Inter Services Combat Shooting Championship 2025 by winning all Four Inter Services Matches. Punjab Regiment won The Unit Firing Proficiency Match Group-I. Sepoy Muhammad Irfan of Punjab Regiment won the title of The Master at Arms. Naib Subedar Umar Farooq of Army Marksmanship Unit won The Army Hundred Rifle Match Trophy.

The COAS, while interacting with the participants, commended their outstanding marksmanship and emphasized that “mastery in shooting must remain a core objective of military training.”

Later, the COAS also attended the centenary celebrations of Military College Jhelum (MCJ) as Chief Guest. COAS inaugurated the Centenary Monument and College Museum, honoring a century of excellence and preserving the institution’s rich heritage.

He lauded the institution’s role in nurturing leadership, discipline, and patriotism, commending Alamgirians’ contributions to Pakistan and its Armed Forces. COAS also laid a floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada.

Upon arrival, COAS was received by Commander Rawalpindi Corps and Inspector General Training & Evaluation (IGT&E).

Senate passes bill to end longest government shutdown in US history

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The US Senate has approved a bill aimed at ending the country’s longest-ever government shutdown, which stretched over 41 days, according to American media reports.

The legislation received 60 votes in favor and 40 against, with eight opposition Democrats crossing party lines to support the annual spending bill. The approval opens the door for the government to resume operations after weeks of disruption.

However, the bill still requires final approval from the House of Representatives, where the ruling Republican Party holds the majority.

The 41-day shutdown left hundreds of thousands of federal employees working without pay, halted food assistance programs, and severely affected air travel across the country.