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COAS commends UAE’s role in Pakistan’s development progress

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COAS commends UAE’s role in Pakistan’s development progress

ISLAMABAD, FEB 16: /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, met today in Abu Dhabi with His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Advisor of the United Arab Emirates.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors, particularly in the fields of economic collaboration, investment and security. They also exchanged views on regional developments and emphasized the importance of continued coordination to promote peace and stability in the region.

Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed his sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Government of the United Arab Emirates for its longstanding investments and continued support to Pakistan’s economy and security over the decades. He noted that such support reflects the deep-rooted historical relations between the two brotherly countries and commended the constructive role of the UAE leadership in advancing economic and social development in Pakistan.

Field Marshal Asim Munir further affirmed that the security and stability of the United Arab Emirates are an integral part of Pakistan’s own security, given the enduring historical relations and strong strategic partnership between the two countries. He reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to continuing joint efforts to further strengthen this partnership in all fields, in a manner that serves the interests of both brotherly peoples and contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.

India inflict 61-run defeat on Pakistan in T20 World Cup encounter

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India inflict 61-run defeat on Pakistan in T20 World Cup encounter

COLOMBO, FEB 15: Early wickets put Pakistan on the back foot as they begin their 176-run chase in the high-stakes ICC Men’s T20 World Cup encounter at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Sunday.

Earlier, Pakistan spinners held India in check, limiting them to 175/7.

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha’s decision to field first did not prove beneficial for the Green Shirts as the Men in Blue accumulated 175/7 in their 20 overs.

India got off to a dismal start to their innings as Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha’s decision to open the attack gave them a massive breakthrough in the form of top-ranked T20I batter Abhishek Sharma, who fell for a four-ball duck.

Following the early stutter, opener Kishan forced an astounding recovery by putting together a one-sided second-wicket partnership with Tilak Varma.

The partnership frustrated Pakistan’s bowling unit and yielded 87 runs off 45 deliveries before Saim Ayub gave the Green Shirts a much-needed breakthrough by getting rid of set batter Kishan, who remained the top-scorer with a 40-ball 77, comprising 10 fours and three sixes.

Kishan’s dismissal forced the new pair of Varma and Suryakumar Yadav to rework the innings as they batted cautiously to add 38 runs for the third-wicket stand before Saim pulled things back by dismissing the left-handed batter and Hardik Pandya (zero) in successive deliveries.

Varma made a cautious 25 off 24 deliveries with the help of two fours and a six.

With the scoreboard reading 126/4 in 14.3 overs, Shivam Dube joined skipper Yadav in the middle, and the duo retained India’s momentum by knitting a 33-run stand, which culminated with the latter’s dismissal in the penultimate over off Usman Tariq.

The Indian captain remained a notable run-getter with a 29-ball 32, laced with three boundaries.

Dube followed suit and perished on the penultimate delivery of the innings after scoring 27 off 17 deliveries, hitting three fours and a six.

Saim Ayub was the standout bowler for Pakistan, taking three wickets for 25 runs in his four overs, while Agha, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Tariq made one scalp apiece.

India set 176-run target for Pakistan in T20 World Cup encounter

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T20 World Cup 2026: India lose quick wickets, pressure mounts in high-voltage clash

COLOMBO, FEB 15: The Indian side stabilised its innings despite suffering an early setback against Pakistan in the high-voltage ICC Men’s T20 World Cup clash at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Sunday.

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha struck in the opening over, dismissing Abhishek Sharma for a duck, but Ishan Kishan fought back and hit boundaries to get his side back on track.

Earlier, Pakistan have decided to bowl first after winning the toss.

Both Pakistan and India have so far played two matches in the tournament, gaining four points each; however, the Indian side currently tops the points table courtesy of their net run rate, with Pakistan in the second spot.

Historically, the two teams have faced each other 16 times in the shortest, with India leading the head-to-head record with 13 wins, while Pakistan emerged victorious thrice.

The match will mark the first time both teams will be facing each other since last year’s Asia Cup final, a tense event staged following military conflict between India and Pakistan that nearly escalated into a fully-fledged war between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

The latest meeting comes against the backdrop of a tumultuous fortnight in which Pakistan’s boycott threat — later reversed — nearly blew a hole in the tournament’s marquee fixture.

Playing XIs
Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha(c), Babar Azam, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Usman Khan(w), Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed and Usman Tariq.

India: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah.

Chamber hosts dinner to honor newly elected presidents

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Chamber hosts dinner to honor newly elected presidents

ISLAMABAD, FEB 15 /DNA/ – The President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sardar Tahir Mahmood, said that the business community of Islamabad plays the role of a backbone in the national economy, and unity and harmony among all markets of Islamabad are the need of the hour. He said that the newly elected presidents of Islamabad’s markets and centers will receive full patronage from the Chamber, and a joint struggle will continue for the resolution of issues faced by traders.

He expressed these views while addressing a dinner held at a local hotel in honor of the newly elected business leadership. The dinner was hosted by ICCI Executive Member Roheel Anwar Butt in honor of the elected office-bearers of four markets of Islamabad, including President of Blue Area Yousaf Rajput, Chairman Blue Area Haji Chaudhry Muhammad Naeem, President of G-11 Markaz Naeem Akhtar Awan, President of E-11 Markaz Zahir Abbasi, and President of G-8 Markaz Ajab Khan.

The ceremony was attended by ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mahmood and Secretary General of the United Business Group (UBG) Zafar Bakhtawari as chief guests.

In his address, Sardar Tahir Mahmood said that the Chamber would continue to act as a strong bridge between traders and the government. He reaffirmed that the issues of all markets of Islamabad would be taken up with the relevant authorities on a priority basis and that every possible step would be taken to create a business-friendly environment.

Addressing the gathering, UBG Secretary General Zafar Bakhtawari said that unity among the business community is its real strength. He said that bringing the leadership of different markets onto a single platform is a positive development and will further strengthen mutual coordination. He congratulated the newly elected presidents and expressed hope that they would play an effective role in resolving the issues of traders in their respective markets.

Former ICCI President Khalid Iqbal Malik also congratulated the newly elected presidents and assured them of his full cooperation. He said that the newly elected leadership would have to strengthen coordination to resolve the issues of traders.

Roheel Anwar Butt said that the purpose of the dinner was to encourage the newly elected leadership and to unite all the markets of Islamabad on one platform.

Haji Chaudhry Muhammad Naeem said that strong coordination between leadership and traders is essential for resolving the issues faced by the business community of Islamabad.

Naeem Akhtar Awan said that the confidence shown by traders is both an honor and a responsibility for him.

Yousaf Rajput said that Blue Area is the central commercial hub of Islamabad and that its traders face many challenges. With the patronage of the Chamber, all issues will be resolved in an organized manner.

Zahir Abbasi said that the development of markets is possible through mutual consultation and a joint strategy, while Ajab Khan said that he would bring the issues of traders to the Chamber’s platform in a coordinated manner so that effective and lasting solutions could be achieved.

T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan win toss, elect to bowl first against India

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T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan win toss, elect to bowl first against India

COLOMBO: Pakistan have won the toss and opted to field first against India in the blockbuster ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match here at the R Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.

Playing XIs

Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha(c), Babar Azam, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Usman Khan(w), Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed and Usman Tariq.

India: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah.

Head-to-head

Historically, the two teams have faced each other 16 times in the shortest, with India leading the head-to-head record with 13 wins, while Pakistan emerged victorious thrice.

Their last meeting came in the previous edition of the T20 World Cup, when India successfully defended a modest 120-run target to edge past Pakistan by six runs at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.

In T20 World Cups, however, the two sides have clashed eight times, with India leading 7-1.

Matches: 16
India: 13
Pakistan: 3

Form Guide

Pakistan and India enter the highly anticipated fixture with desired momenta in their favour as the Green Shirts are on a five-match winning streak in the shortest format, while the Men in Blue have just one defeat in their last five completed T20Is.

Furthermore, both sides are currently unbeaten in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 after their respective first two matches.

Pakistan beat spirited Netherlands before thumping the United States of America (USA) and sit second in Group A standings with four points in two matches, behind the defending champions on net run rate, who edged past USA and Namibia.

Pakistan: W, W, W, W, W (most recent first)
India: W, W, W, L, W

Eye examination of Imran Khan underway at Adiala jail

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Govt forms medical panel for Imran Khan’s examination

ISLAMABAD, FEB 15: The eye examination of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan is under way at Adiala jail.

According to the Adiala jail superintendent, a detailed ophthalmic check-up is being conducted under the supervision of a medical board. The examination is taking place amid stringent security arrangements.

The medical team, equipped with the necessary apparatus, is present inside the prison. The team’s report is likely to be compiled shortly. Sources said that despite an invitation and wait by the government, no leader of PTI reached Adiala Jail.

Earlier, an ambulance from Holy Family Hospital arrived at the jail in connection with the health matter of the PTI founder. Medicines and various medical instruments were shifted to the prison. Specialised equipment for an eye examination was also included in the ambulance.

Dr Sikandar has also reached Adiala Jail. Doctors from PIMS form part of the medical team. Shortly before this, Dr Rafiq arrived at the prison along with other doctors.

It is pertinent to mention that the government has constituted a medical panel for the examination of the PTI founder. The panel includes Dr Amjad and Dr Nadeem Qureshi.

Iranian, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties

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Iranian, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties

TEHRAN, FEB 15: In continuation of his consultations with foreign ministers of the region, Abbas Araghchi, the minister of foreign affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a telephone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein, on Saturday evening.

During the phone call, the two sides reviewed Iran-Iraq bilateral ties and emphasized the importance of continuing consultations at various levels to further expand ties in all areas of mutual interest.

The two foreign ministers reviewed the latest regional developments.

Australia unveils initial US$2.8 billion for new nuclear subs facility

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Australia unveils initial US$2.8 billion for new nuclear subs facility

SYDNEY, FEB 15: Australia unveiled AU$3.9 billion (US$2.8 billion) in spending on Sunday as a “down payment” on a new facility to build nuclear submarines under the tripartite AUKUS security pact with Britain and the United States.

The AUKUS pact aims to arm Australia with a fleet of cutting-edge submarines from the United States and would provide for cooperation in developing an array of warfare technologies.

The submarines, the sale of which will begin in 2032, lie at the heart of Australia’s strategy of improving its long-range strike capabilities in the Pacific, particularly against China.

  The deal could cost Canberra up to US$235 billion over the next 30 years, and also includes the technology to build its own vessels in the future.

  Defence minister Richard Marles said the facility in Osborne, near the southern city of Adelaide, would be at the heart of that.

    In the long term, an estimated AU$30 billion is expected to be spent on the facility.

“The transformation underway at Osborne shows Australia is on track to deliver the sovereign capability to build our nuclear-powered submarines for decades to come,” he said.

                  The investment in the Submarine Construction Yard is critical to delivering Australia’s conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines”, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a statement.

                  “We are accelerating AUKUS opportunities to secure Australia’s future defence capability and create lasting prosperity and jobs for the state,” he added.

                  In September, Canberra also revealed a US$8 billion investment to be spent over a decade to transform a shipbuilding and maintenance precinct in Perth, Western Australia, into facilities for a future fleet of nuclear-powered submarines.

                  Australia had a major bust-up with France in 2021 when it cancelled a multi-billion-dollar deal to buy a fleet of diesel-powered submarines from Paris and went with the AUKUS programme instead.

                  The pact was thrown into doubt last June when Washington said it was launching a review into whether it aligned with President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda.

                  In December, the Pentagon said it had cleared that hurdle and that Trump had ordered it “full steam ahead”.

Tremors felt in Balochistan’s Kharan district; no damage reported

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Tremors felt in Balochistan’s Kharan district; no damage reported

QUETTA, FEB 15: Tremors were felt in the Kharan area of Balochistan on Friday, prompting residents to leave their homes in fear.

According to the Seismological Centre, the earthquake measured 3.6 on the Richter scale. The depth of the quake was recorded at 12 kilometres below the surface. The epicentre laid 43 kilometres south-west of Khuzdar, the centre stated.

Following the tremor, panic spread among residents, who came out of their houses reciting the Kalima Tayyaba. However, no loss of life or property was reported.

It is noteworthy that tremors have been felt in various parts of Sindh and Balochistan over the past two days.Tremors were felt in the Kharan area of Balochistan on Friday, prompting residents to leave their homes in fear.

Russian orders block on WhatsApp

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Russian orders block on WhatsApp

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MOSCOW: Russia has ordered a block on WhatsApp, as the Kremlin continues to tighten restrictions on messaging apps.

Meta-owned WhatsApp said the move aimed to push more than 100 million of its app users in Russia to a “state-owned surveillance app”.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told the BBC that the decision had been made “due to [Meta’s] unwillingness to comply with the norms and the letter of Russian law”. He has said Meta could resume operations if it “complies with [the law] and enters into dialogue”.

Asked whether authorities were trying to force Russians to use the state-developed Max app, Peskov said the “national messenger [is an] available alternative” for Russians. Russian internet regulator Roskomnadzor said this week it was further curbing access to messaging app Telegram as well, citing a lack of security. Telegram is highly popular in Russia and said to be widely used by its forces in Ukraine.

Pro-war bloggers have complained that the move was hampering communications on the ground.

Even before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russian authorities had begun work on creating a domestic alternative to the global internet. Those moves have gathered pace during the war, along with a push towards state-backed platform called Max.

Critics have alleged Max could be used for surveillance by the Russian authorities, though state media have denied that. Max is now being promoted widely inside Russia, through TV advertisements and billboards, by local officials and by the media.

Russia has argued that both WhatsApp and Telegram have refused to store Russian users’ data in the country as required by law. Authorities in Moscow also allege that WhatsApp is one of the main services used to defraud and extort money from Russians – a reason they cite for people to migrate to the Max app.

WhatsApp said it was doing everything it could to keep people connected.

“Trying to isolate over 100 million users from private and secure communication is a backwards step and can only lead to less safety for people in Russia,” it said in a statement.

State-run news agency Tass reported earlier this year that WhatsApp was expected to be permanently blocked in the country in 2026.

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