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Gilgit-Baltistan Named Must-Visit Destinations for 2025

4Jan

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Gilgit-Baltistan Named Must-Visit Destinations for 2025

Gilgit-Baltistan is included in CNN's list of the top 25 must-visit destinations for 2025. CNN highlights Gilgit-Baltistan's "tantalizing peaks" and its home to five of the 14 "eight-thousander" peaks, including K2, the world's second-tallest mountain. It is a popular destination for adventure tourism, trekking, and mountaineering. Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Pakistan’s breathtaking northern region, has been included in CNN's list of the top 25 destinations to visit in 2025. Nestled in the Karakoram Mountains, this picturesque area is renowned for its rugged beauty, towering peaks, and adventurous allure. The region is popular for attracting nature lovers and thrill-seekers from around the globe. CNN Travel described GB as a “challenging yet rewarding destination,” noting its logistical ...

Saim Ayub Nominated for ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer

29Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Sports

Saim Ayub Nominated for ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer

Saim Ayub is one of the four nominees for the ICC Men's Emerging Cricketer of the Year 2024. The other nominees are Kamindu Mendis (Sri Lanka), Gus Atkinson (England), and Shamarh Brooks (West Indies). The winner of the award will be announced on January 14, 2025. The ICC has shortlisted Pakistan’s rising cricket star, Saim Ayub, for the prestigious Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year 2024 award. Known for his aggressive batting and consistency, Ayub has become a standout performer for Pakistan across all formats. The 22-year-old left-handed opener showcased exceptional form throughout 2024. In nine One-Day Internationals (ODIs), he scored 515 runs at an impressive average of 64.37. His performances included three centuries and one half-century. Two of those centuries came in Pakis...

5Dec

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

Students Should Be in Classrooms, Not Protests; CM

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz urged students to prioritize their education over political protests. Speaking at Punjab University scholarship ceremony, she emphasized that students should focus on learning instead of participating in demonstrations at D-Chowk. She criticized Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for its role in political unrest, which she believes harms Pakistan’s global reputation. “We damage our image internationally by promoting chaos and arson,” she said. “What impression did we leave on the Belarusian president when he witnessed such turmoil?” CM Maryam condemned leaders who protect their own children while exposing others to danger. “You can’t keep your children safe and ask others to risk theirs,” she stated. She added that individuals who use abusive language ...

Slow Internet Speed Disrupts Lives and Businesses Across Pakistan

3Dec

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Sci-Tech

Slow Internet Speed Disrupts Lives and Businesses Across Pakistan

Recent internet slowdown in Pakistan continues to disrupt daily life, education, and businesses nationwide. While slight improvements have been observed in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, cities like Lahore, Karachi, and Multan remain heavily affected. Students struggle to access educational resources, freelancers are unable to meet deadlines, and businesses reliant on online communication face significant challenges. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp have been particularly affected, leaving users unable to upload or download files. Some individuals resorted to using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to access essential services, but even VPNs have faced outages in many areas. Frustration grows as Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has yet to identify or add...

Protests to Persist Until Demands Are Met: CM Gandapur

23Nov

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

Protests to Persist Until Demands Are Met: CM Gandapur

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur reaffirmed his support for PTI Founder Imran Khan and vowed to continue November 24 protest until meeting their demands. Speaking to reporters, Gandapur urged the public to join protest and support Imran Khan’s fight for Pakistan. “We will reach D-Chowk and continue our protest until we secure the release of former prime minister and party workers,” Gandapur declared. He stressed that protecting Constitution remains a key demand. Gandapur accused federal government of obstructing their path with tear gas and firing. “If any damage occurs, I will hold federal government fully responsible,” he warned. He promised to follow Imran Khan’s directives, stating that they would only begin negotiations with the government after Khan’s rel...