Pakistan: 27th Amendment Impacts Provincial NFC Transfers.
The federal government is currently applying intense pressure on provincial administrations to reallocate resources from their National Finance Commission (NFC) transfers. This extraordinary move is deemed necessary to help finance critical national needs, specifically debt servicing obligations and defense expenditures. While key provincial officials acknowledge the necessity of accommodating this
Pakistan Urbanization Is 88%: New World Bank Data Reveals…
Contrary to official figures suggesting that only 39 percent of the population resides in urban areas, a sophisticated analysis utilizing satellite imagery and advanced classification methodologies reveals that the true level of urbanization is closer to 88 percent. This substantial discrepancy arises because the nation currently relies on outdated administrative
Pakistan vs SA ODI: Faisalabad Series Clinch Match Preview
Pakistan is riding high after a thrilling victory in the series opener and aims to clinch the three-match One-Day International series when they face South Africa again at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium on Thursday. The confident home side won a nail-biting first ODI on Tuesday, chasing down 264 with just two
Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem Coach Confirmed to Travel Despit.
Despite having been handed a lifetime ban by the national Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP), coach Salman Butt is scheduled to travel next week with star athlete Arshad Nadeem for the upcoming Islamic Solidarity Games. The AFP imposed the lifetime prohibition on Salman on October 12, citing “gross violations of
QDK’s Game-Changing 123: SA Defeats Pakistan in Faisalaba
Quinton de Kock’s magnificent, unbeaten 123 powered South Africa to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Pakistan at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. This dominant performance, achieved with the required 270 runs chased down in just 40.1 overs, successfully squared the three-match series at 1-1. Chasing the target, the Proteas got off
Pakistan Secures Narrow ODI Victory vs South Africa in Fa…
In a thrilling and confidence-boosting start to the three-match series, Pakistan secured a narrow two-wicket victory over South Africa at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. The match, marking the venue’s first international fixture in 17 years and the debut of Shaheen Shah Afridi as One-day International captain, saw Pakistan overcome
WARNING: Indian Army War Games Videos Debunked as Digital…
Amid heightened regional tensions, India recently initiated large-scale combined military maneuvers known as ‘Trishul 2025’ near its western frontier. These high-stakes war games, designed to test rapid deployment capabilities using armored divisions, fighter aircraft, and advanced drone systems, are officially described by defense officials as routine preparedness measures. However, the
Saudi Arabia F-35 Deal Clears Major Pentagon Review Hurdle
The United States administration is currently giving serious consideration to a Saudi Arabian request to purchase as many as 48 F-35 fighter jets. This prospective multi-billion-dollar transaction has successfully cleared a crucial internal hurdle within the Pentagon, ahead of an expected visit by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. If approved,
Pakistan Terminates 21 LNG Cargoes with Eni: Energy Strategy
Pakistan has successfully negotiated the cancellation of 21 liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes scheduled under its long-term contract with Italy’s Eni. This pivotal decision is part of a national strategy to curb excess imports that have resulted in a significant surplus across the country’s gas network. The state-owned energy sector
Pakistan Qatar Defense Cooperation: Zardari Proposes Join…
President Asif Ali Zardari conducted high-level diplomatic engagements in Doha, Qatar, where he is currently representing Pakistan at the Second World Summit for Social Development. **Expanding Ties with Qatar** During a pivotal meeting with Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani on Wednesday, President Zardari proposed a significant expansion of


