German government awards Anita Khawaja with Federal Order of Merit

ISLAMABAD — Anita Khawaja has been awarded the Cross of Merit (1st Class) of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in recognition of her decades-long contributions…

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PESCO Holds Welcome Ceremony for Newly Inducted Officers

PESCO welcomes newly inducted officers after merit-based recruitment process PESHAWAR — Peshawar Electric Supply Company held a welcome ceremony for newly inducted officers at its head office following the completion…

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IWA raises concerns over delay in appointment of DG Information

PESHAWAR — The Information Welfare Association has expressed concern over the delay in appointing a Director General to the Directorate General Information and Public Relations, saying the vacant post is…

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Five breathing exercises that may improve stress, sleep and overall health

New research into breathwork is highlighting how controlled breathing exercises may help reduce stress, improve mental focus and support long-term health, as scientists continue exploring the connection between breathing patterns…

Imran Ammar

Noman Ali becomes oldest player to reach 100 Test wickets

DHAKA: Pakistan spinner Noman Ali became the oldest cricketer in Test history to complete 100 wickets during the first Test against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. The left-arm…

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KOICA launches Pak-Korea Technical Textile Centre project at NTU Faisalabad

FAISALABAD — Korea International Cooperation Agency has launched the construction of the Pak-Korea Technical Textile Centre at National Textile University in Faisalabad, aiming to support Pakistan’s transition toward high-value technical…

Adnan Arif

Smartphone addiction and sleep deprivation to rising mental health concerns among youth

A growing number of international studies are warning that excessive smartphone use and poor sleep habits are contributing to mental health and lifestyle problems among young people, raising concerns among…

Imran Ammar

Saudi Arabia to host first-ever T20 cricket league in October

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia is preparing to launch its first T20 cricket league later this year, with the tournament expected to feature retired international players and six franchise teams. According to…

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Ayesha Zafar century powers Pakistan to dominant win over Zimbabwe in first T20I

KARACHI: Ayesha Zafar struck a record-breaking century while captain Fatima Sana delivered a clinical bowling performance as Pakistan defeated Zimbabwe by 153 runs in the opening match of the women’s…

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PTA survey finds delays in telecom customer service and emergency helpline issues

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has identified delays in customer support services and flaws in emergency helpline routing during a nationwide survey of telecom operators’ customer service performance indicators. The…

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