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How IMF aggravating financial troubles of Pakistani masses
Pakistanis were about to breathe a sigh of relief after news of the International Monetary Fund and Pakistani officials reaching an agreement over the terms of their loan package started circulating recently, before the complete extent of the agreement was made public. The staff-level agreement arrives following negotiations that lasted nearly 1.5 months, from October 4 to November 18, and would result in the release of more than $1b to the troubled South Asian economy.
Creating Crises out of Thin Air
Pakistan’s economy has always been in turmoil. Although Pakistan inherited only a handful of institutions at the time of its birth, there was a viable administration that helped the Pakistani economy reach a stable level by 1950. In the Korean War, Pakistani cotton, Patsun earned a lot of foreign exchange. But the country’s economy changed after 1958. Pakistan’s second five-year plan ended in 1965. At that time, the Pakistani economy was a model for developing countries.
Are India and Pakistan Looking to Restart Cricket Diplomacy?
The Pulse | Diplomacy | South Asia An invitation from India’s cricket head to his Pakistani counterpart could provide the opening for a thaw in the broader relationship. Credit: Depositphotos On October 15, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly met Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ramiz Raja on the sidelines of the Asian Cricket Council’s Executive Board meeting in the UAE. Ganguly invited his Pakistani counterpart to the Indian Premier League (IPL) final.
Pakistan’s revised T20 World Cup squad is a mixed bag
Pakistan have made four changes to their 15-man squad for the upcoming World T20 owing to various reasons. That means over a quarter of the original team has been changed at the 11th hour, which isn’t something a serious contender would do before any major sports tournament. Of course, the new regime under Ramiz Raja taking charge was always going to have its impact, even if the chief selector, Mohammed Wasim, is the same.
Pakistan’s revised T20 World Cup squad is a mixed bag
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 05: Shaheen Afridi of Pakistan celebrates after taking the wicket of Tamim Iqbal of Bangladesh during the Group Stage match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 between Pakistan and Bangladesh at Lords on July 05, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images) Pakistan have made four changes to their 15-man squad for the upcoming World T20 owing to various reasons.
How 2021 has shaped the landscape for Pakistan cricket (Opinion)
As we entered the months nearing the Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, things have stirred up a lot for Pakistan Cricket. The most significant and noteworthy move was back in the start of September when Misbah Ul Haq and Waqar Younis resigned from their positions of head coach and bowling coach, respectively. Saqlain Mushtaq and Abdul Razzaq were appointed as the interim coaches by the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Beginning of the end - Fast & Furious 9
Fast and Furious 9 sets the scene for two last instalments which will mark the end of the action-packed series. A movie series loved by multiple generations decides to end its run. How will it be done, and will there be any more after this? The fast and the furious franchise began with a cliché undercover cop story involving a group of robbers using high-speed vehicles. Ever since the series has evolved into an action-packed fan favourite with nine instalments and one spin-off.
6 Upcoming Pakistani TV Shows That You Simply Cannot Afford To Miss
Following the film industry’s decline, television has long been the only consistent source of entertainment for viewers in Pakistan. This is especially true for the masses. Dramas have nurtured a civilisation and nourished the minds of generations. They hold a significant place in the cultural history of Pakistan, where many popular drama characters have come from the society, which in turn saw the reflection of its own stories on the TV screen.
Asian Youth Games delayed till Dec 2022
BEIJING – The Asian Youth Games, organised by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), have been postponed till December 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic that has claimed millions of lives so far. The games were scheduled to be held in Shantou city in Guangdong province of China in November this year. A Chinese department responsible for handling the sports affairs in an announcement said that the decision has been taken to "ensure the safety and health of athletes and all participants".
LUX Style Awards 2021 unveils nominations for its 20th edition
KARACHI - This year the industry will celebrate two historic decades of Pakistan’s most coveted and anticipated annual awards. The LUX Style Awards (LSA) true to its tradition, will honor excellence in the entertainment industry as the show marks the milestone of its 20th year.
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