<p>Shehbaz Sharif, the former prime minister of Pakistan, confirmed on Tuesday (September 12) that his brother and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to the nation from London on October 21, ending his four-year exile.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shehbaz added that the former prime minister will lead the party's political campaign in the upcoming elections. The 73-year-old has been living in self-imposed exile in London since November 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After a meeting of the PML-N's top leadership headed by Nawaz in London, Shehbaz said: "Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan on October 21."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>PML-N Information Secretary Marriyum Aurangzeb said on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, that the party founder would be given a grand welcome upon his return.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nawaz was serving a seven-year imprisonment at Lahore's Kot Lakhpat jail in the Al-Azizia Mills case before he was allowed to proceed to London in 2019 on "medical grounds". He was convicted in the Al-Azizia Mills and Avenfield corruption cases in 2018.&nbsp;</p>

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معمار پاکستان اور رہبر عوام محمد نواز شریف 21 اکتوبر کو وطن واپس تشریف لائیں گے<br />
محسن عوام محمد نواز شریف کا وطن آمد پر فقید المثال استقبال کیا جائے گا انشاءاللہ</p>
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Shehbaz Sharif, the former prime minister of Pakistan, confirmed on Tuesday (September 12) that his brother and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to the nation from London on October 21, ending his four-year exile.

Shehbaz Sharif, the former prime minister of Pakistan, confirmed on Tuesday (September 12) that his brother and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to the nation from London on October 21, ending his four-year exile. Shehbaz added that the former prime minister will lead the party's political campaign in the upcoming elections. The 73-year-old has been living in self-imposed exile in London since November 2019. After a meeting of the PML-N's top leadership headed by Nawaz in London, Shehbaz said: "Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan on October 21." Also read: Football players kidnapped in Balochistan, rescue mission underway PML-N Information Secretary Marriyum Aurangzeb said on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, that the party founder would be given a grand welcome upon his return. Nawaz was serving a seven-year imprisonment at Lahore's Kot Lakhpat jail in the Al-Azizia Mills case before he was allowed to proceed to London in 2019 on "medical grounds". He was convicted in the Al-Azizia Mills and Avenfield corruption cases in 2018. Also read: Pakistani police recover five children from Sara Sharif’s grandfather’s house سابق وزیراعظم اور پاکستان مسلم لیگ (ن) کے صدر شہباز شریف کا اہم بیان معمار پاکستان اور رہبر عوام محمد نواز شریف 21 اکتوبر کو وطن واپس تشریف لائیں گے محسن عوام محمد نواز شریف کا وطن آمد پر فقید المثال استقبال کیا جائے گا انشاءاللہ — Marriyum Aurangzeb (@Marriyum_A) September 12, 2023 × (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>At least six footballers in Pakistan have been kidnapped by some unidentified people on Saturday (September 9) in the southwestern province of Balochistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Local officials said that the players were on their way to Sibi from Dera Bugti district when they were abducted. The officials have identified five of the six players as Aamir Bugti, Faisal Bugti, Sohail Bugti, Yasar Bugti and Sheraz Bugti.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by DAWN newspaper, Dera Bugti's deputy commissioner said: "The players were residents of Dera Bugti and Sui. They were going to Sibi to take part in the qualifying round of the All Pakistan Chief Minister Gold Cup football tournament."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Jan Achakzai, who is the interim provincial information minister, told Al Jazeera: "All efforts are being utilised to recover the abducted sportsmen and law enforcement officials have already launched a search operation in the area and we are expecting a major breakthrough in the next 24 hours."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Responding to the current situation, the caretaker interior minister Sarfraz Bugti said on X, formerly known as Twitter, that paramilitary forces have been deployed to conduct an operation to find the players.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He wrote: "FC Balochistan (North) is tirelessly striving to bring back the abducted football players from #DeraBugti. Your prayers are needed. Hoping for safe recovery. InshAllah."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement late Sunday,&nbsp;Sarfraz Bugti said "the entire area has been cordoned off" and "all available resources are being utilised for the recovery of the hostages".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He alleged that the abductors belonged to the Baloch Republican Army, a militant group fighting for greater autonomy of&nbsp;Balochistan.</p>

<p>"This is a very serious thing that our six kids are in the custody of terrorists," he said.</p>

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<p>According to the official sources cited by DAWN, armed men intercepted the vehicles in which the players were travelling and took the footballers away at gunpoint.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mir Zubair Ahmed Jamali, who is the caretaker home minister of Balochistan, said the security forces were sent to the area to launch a search and recover the footballers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the abductions, but such incidents have been happening for quite some time in Balochistan as the region has been a hotbed of an armed struggle led by nationalist separatists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by Al Jazeera, families of the players have said that the players were part of a group of 16 to 18 footballers who left on Saturday morning to travel to the town of Sibbi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our family is profoundly shaken," Zakir Hussain, father of 20-year-old player Aamir Hussain, told AFP.</p>

<p>"We have not received any communication from him since he was kidnapped and the abductors have not made contact with us. While he is an exceptional footballer, he is also innocent. Playing football is not a crime,"&nbsp;he added.&nbsp;</p>

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At least six footballers in Pakistan have been kidnapped by some unidentified people on Saturday (September 9) in the southwestern province of Balochistan. Local officials said that the players were on their way to Sibi from Dera Bugti district when they were abducted.

At least six footballers in Pakistan have been kidnapped by some unidentified people on Saturday (September 9) in the southwestern province of Balochistan. Local officials said that the players were on their way to Sibi from Dera Bugti district when they were abducted. The officials have identified five of the six players as Aamir Bugti, Faisal Bugti, Sohail Bugti, Yasar Bugti and Sheraz Bugti. As quoted by DAWN newspaper, Dera Bugti's deputy commissioner said: "The players were residents of Dera Bugti and Sui. They were going to Sibi to take part in the qualifying round of the All Pakistan Chief Minister Gold Cup football tournament." Also read: Pakistani police recover five children from Sara Sharif’s grandfather’s house Meanwhile, Jan Achakzai, who is the interim provincial information minister, told Al Jazeera: "All efforts are being utilised to recover the abducted sportsmen and law enforcement officials have already launched a search operation in the area and we are expecting a major breakthrough in the next 24 hours." Responding to the current situation, the caretaker interior minister Sarfraz Bugti said on X, formerly known as Twitter, that paramilitary forces have been deployed to conduct an operation to find the players. He wrote: "FC Balochistan (North) is tirelessly striving to bring back the abducted football players from #DeraBugti. Your prayers are needed. Hoping for safe recovery. InshAllah." Also read: China breaks silence on G20, says Delhi Declaration sent 'positive signal' In a statement late Sunday, Sarfraz Bugti said "the entire area has been cordoned off" and "all available resources are being utilised for the recovery of the hostages". He alleged that the abductors belonged to the Baloch Republican Army, a militant group fighting for greater autonomy of Balochistan. "This is a very serious thing that our six kids are in the custody of terrorists," he said. 6 football players have been abducted near Kachi Canal area of district Dera Bugti, Balochistan. The players were heading toward Sibi when armed men kidnapped them. District administration confirmed.#PakArmy #Pakistan #PakistanArmy #Balochistan — Peoples Eye (@eye_peoples) September 9, 2023 × Watch: Bangladesh's dengue hospitalisation tops 1.5 lakh this year × According to the official sources cited by DAWN, armed men intercepted the vehicles in which the players were travelling and took the footballers away at gunpoint. Mir Zubair Ahmed Jamali, who is the caretaker home minister of Balochistan, said the security forces were sent to the area to launch a search and recover the footballers. So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the abductions, but such incidents have been happening for quite some time in Balochistan as the region has been a hotbed of an armed struggle led by nationalist separatists. As reported by Al Jazeera, families of the players have said that the players were part of a group of 16 to 18 footballers who left on Saturday morning to travel to the town of Sibbi. "Our family is profoundly shaken," Zakir Hussain, father of 20-year-old player Aamir Hussain, told AFP. "We have not received any communication from him since he was kidnapped and the abductors have not made contact with us. While he is an exceptional footballer, he is also innocent. Playing football is not a crime," he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Football players kidnapped in Balochistan, rescue mission underway

Nawaz Sharif, the leader of the PML-N, will exit his four-year exile in the UK on October 21, according to his brother and party president Shehbaz Sharif. Shehbaz made a statement that was uploaded on the social media website X by PML-N Information Secretary Marriyum Aurangzeb, claiming that the party founder would get a triumphant welcome upon his return.

Pakistan: Former PM Shehbaz Sharif announces big brother Nawaz Sharif's return

The local footballers, aged between 17 and 20 according to a local official, were abducted Saturday in the gas field town of Sui, in the Dera Bugti district of Balochistan province, on their way to a tournament.

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Pakistan: Militants kidnap six young footballers: Officials

IND vs PAK live streaming APP for FREE: India will compete against Pakistan in the Super 4 match of Asia Cup 2023. The game is scheduled for September 10 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

IND vs PAK live streaming APP for FREE: India will compete against Pakistan in the Super 4 match of Asia Cup 2023. The game is scheduled for September 10 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Both teams will clash for the second time in Asia Cup 2023. The previous match on Sept 2 had no result because of rain. The men in blue are aiming to claim victory. Pakistan has been unbeatable in Asia Cup 2023 and they are all geared up to turn the game around. Both teams fall in Group A. IND vs PAK: Live-streaming details Where to live stream India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four for free To live stream the match, the game will be available for free on the Disney+Hotstar platform. Where to watch India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four live in India The broadcasting rights for IND vs PAK Asia cup 2023 Super four is purchased by Star Sports for television. The match shall be available on following channels: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil SD + HD, Star Sports 1 Telugu SD+HD, Star Sports 1 Kannada Here is the list of live streaming and broadcasting details in other countries: Pakistan: PTV Sports and Ten Sports Bangladesh: Gazi TV United Kingdom: TNT Sports app Australia: Fox Sports and FOXTel app South Africa: SuperSport When will the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four match be played?- Date India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four match will be held on 10 September 2023. When to watch India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four ?- Time The match between India and Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four will kick off at 3:00 pm IST. Where will the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four match be played? Venue The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super four match will be played at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo Here’s everything you need to know about India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 Date: 10 September 2023 Time: 3;00 pm IST Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo Live Stream and Broadcast: Star Sports and Disney + Hotstar India vs Pakistan: Full Squads India squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya (vc), Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Sanju Samson (travelling reserve) Pakistan squad: Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir (travelling reserve) Asia Cup 2023 Super Four: Fixtures Date Match Venue September 9 Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 10 India vs Pakistan R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 12 India vs Sri Lanka R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 14 Pakistan vs Sri Lanka R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 15 India vs Bangladesh R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 17 Final R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo Asia Cup 2023 Super Four: Points Table TEAM MATCHES WON LOST POINTS NRR PAKISTAN 1 1 0 2 1.051 SRI LANKA 1 1 0 2 0.420 INDIA 0 0 0 0 0 BANGLADESH 2 0 2 0 -0.749 With inputs from agencies

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IND vs PAK Live Streaming for free: India and Pakistan will clash against each other in Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 on September 10 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This will be the second face-off of both teams, since the previous match had no result because of rain.

IND vs PAK Live Streaming for free: India and Pakistan will clash against each other in Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 on September 10 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This will be the second face-off of both teams, since the previous match had no result because of rain. Fans are super-excited to watch who will turn the game around in the upcoming match. IND vs PAK: Live streaming details Where to watch India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 live in India The broadcasting rights for IND vs PAK Asia cup 2023 Super 4 is purchased by Star Sports for television. The match shall be available on following channels: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil SD + HD, Star Sports 1 Telugu SD+HD, Star Sports 1 Kannada Where to live stream India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 for free To live stream the match, the game will be available for free on the Disney+Hotstar platform. Here is the list of live streaming and broadcasting details in other countries: Pakistan: PTV Sports and Ten Sports Bangladesh: Gazi TV United Kingdom: TNT Sports app Australia: Fox Sports and FOXTel app South Africa: SuperSport When will the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match be played?- Date India vs Pakistan match will be held on 10 September 2023. When to watch India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4?- Time The match between India and Pakistan will kick off at 3:00 pm IST. Where will the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match be played? Venue The match will be played at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo Here’s everything you need to know about India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 Date: 10 September 2023 Time: 3;00 pm IST Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo Live Stream and Broadcast: Star Sports and Disney + Hotstar India vs Pakistan: Full Squads India squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya (vc), Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Sanju Samson (travelling reserve) Pakistan squad: Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir (travelling reserve) Asia Cup 2023 Super Four: Fixtures Date Match Venue September 9 Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 10 India vs Pakistan R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 12 India vs Sri Lanka R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 14 Pakistan vs Sri Lanka R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 15 India vs Bangladesh R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo September 17 Final R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo Asia Cup 2023 Super Four: Points Table TEAM MATCHES WON LOST POINTS NRR PAKISTAN 1 1 0 2 1.051 SRI LANKA 1 1 0 2 0.420 INDIA 0 0 0 0 0 BANGLADESH 2 0 2 0 -0.749 With inputs from agencies

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Following skirmishes between security forces this week, the Afghan Taliban criticized the closure of its main border crossing with Pakistan and claimed that companies will suffer significant losses as a result. According to local authorities, the major Torkham border crossing was shut down on Wednesday when Pakistani and Afghan Taliban forces began exchanging fire.

Torkham Border Clash: Taliban criticises closure of main border with Pakistan

<p>The Afghan Taliban criticised the closure of its main border crossing with Pakistan this week after clashes between security forces, saying the halt in trade would see heavy losses for businesses.</p>

<p>The busy Torkham border crossing was closed on Wednesday after Pakistani and Afghan Taliban forces started firing at each other, according to local officials.</p>

<p>"The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan deems the closure of Torkham gate and opening of fire on Afghan security forces by the Pakistani side contrary to good neighbourliness," Taliban administration's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement late on Saturday.</p>

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<p>The statement said the incident had started after Pakistani security forces fired at Afghan Taliban forces fixing an old security outpost near the border. Pakistan's foreign office did not immediately respond to request for comment.</p>

<p>Hundreds of trucks laden with goods have been halted and traders have complained that trade is affected.</p>

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<p>"The closure of Torkham gate can adversely affect bilateral and regional trade, and cause trade and financial losses to common mercantile class on both sides," the statement said, adding many travellers were also stuck on either side of the border.</p>

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The Afghan Taliban criticised the closure of its main border crossing with Pakistan this week after clashes between security forces, saying the halt in trade would see heavy losses for businesses.

The Afghan Taliban criticised the closure of its main border crossing with Pakistan this week after clashes between security forces, saying the halt in trade would see heavy losses for businesses. The busy Torkham border crossing was closed on Wednesday after Pakistani and Afghan Taliban forces started firing at each other, according to local officials. "The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan deems the closure of Torkham gate and opening of fire on Afghan security forces by the Pakistani side contrary to good neighbourliness," Taliban administration's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement late on Saturday. Also Read | G20 Summit: How diplomacy of Modi's 'Bharat' pulled off African Union's inclusion The statement said the incident had started after Pakistani security forces fired at Afghan Taliban forces fixing an old security outpost near the border. Pakistan's foreign office did not immediately respond to request for comment. Hundreds of trucks laden with goods have been halted and traders have complained that trade is affected. Also Read | G20 sherpa's herculean effort: 200 hours, 300 meetings culminate in Delhi consensus "The closure of Torkham gate can adversely affect bilateral and regional trade, and cause trade and financial losses to common mercantile class on both sides," the statement said, adding many travellers were also stuck on either side of the border. Watch | G20 Summit 2023: How India forged consensus on declaration × Disputes linked to the 2,600 km (1,615 mile) border have been a bone of contention between the neighbours for decades. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Afghan Taliban criticise closure of main border crossing with Pakistan

The big India-Pakistan clash in Colombo where rain has played spoil sport yet again and has been shifted to reserve day.

INDIA vs PAKISTAN shifted to reserve day

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Gravitas: India Vs Pakistan Match, A Symbol Of Cricket Diplomacy

Nawaz Sharif, the leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and a former prime minister, has officially announced that he will be returning to Pakistan in October of this year. For the first time, Nawaz, who has been living in self-imposed exile in London since November 2019 due to medical issues, made this declaration on Friday at a meeting with party members and supporters at Stanhope House.

Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif confirms return after 4-years in exile

The ongoing terror assaults in the rest of the northwestern region are still a problem for Pakistan. Recently, a video of a TTP member providing instructions to militants planning the attack in Chitral, close to Afghanistan, on a walkie-talkie has appeared online.

Pakistan: Tehreek-E-Taliban Pakistan steps up attacks

On Wednesday, Pakistan closed the main border crossing with Afghanistan after border guards from the two sides exchanged fire in a sign of increasing tensions between the two nations. Reasons why the two sides exchanged fire were not immediately made clear. Molly Gambhir gets you a report.

Gravitas: Pakistan Closes Vital Border Crossing with Afghanistan

<p>Jiang Zaidong, a Chinese diplomat, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday to assume charge as Beijing's new ambassador to Pakistan. Previously, he was the Ambassador of China in Laos.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Chinese embassy posted a message on the social media platform X, previously&nbsp;known as Twitter, saying that Jiang Zaidong was warmly welcomed by Pakistani officials and representatives of the embassy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The post read: "Ambassador Jiang is committed to strengthening China-Pakistan ironclad friendship and all-weather strategic cooperation."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Local reports have mentioned that Jiang's credentials would be presented to President Arif Alvi before formally assuming his responsibilities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ambassador Non Rong, the last Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, was made Assistant Foreign Minister in February 2023. Since then, the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad was being looked after by a Chargé d'Affaires (CdA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was nominated as the new ambassador to the South Asian nation in July six months after the post fell went vacant.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Pakistan-based news reports further stated that Khalil Hashmi has been designated as Pakistan's ambassador to China after Moinul Haque retired from service.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hashmi will assume his new role this month as currently, he has been working as an envoy to the United Nations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On one side, China's representation in Pakistan, in the form of an ambassador, has become stronger, Beijing has not talked about appointing an ambassador to India even after almost a year. Former envoy Sun Weidong stepped down from the position in October 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid souring relations between India and China, the delay in the appointment of an envoy has become evident and called "unusual" by some observers. &nbsp;</p>

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Jiang Zaidong, a Chinese diplomat, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday to assume charge as Beijing's new ambassador to Pakistan. Previously, he was the Ambassador of China in Laos.

Jiang Zaidong, a Chinese diplomat, arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday to assume charge as Beijing's new ambassador to Pakistan. Previously, he was the Ambassador of China in Laos. The Chinese embassy posted a message on the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, saying that Jiang Zaidong was warmly welcomed by Pakistani officials and representatives of the embassy. The post read: "Ambassador Jiang is committed to strengthening China-Pakistan ironclad friendship and all-weather strategic cooperation." Local reports have mentioned that Jiang's credentials would be presented to President Arif Alvi before formally assuming his responsibilities. Also read: UN chief Guterres says ‘systematic repression’ by junta exacerbating Myanmar crisis Ambassador Non Rong, the last Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, was made Assistant Foreign Minister in February 2023. Since then, the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad was being looked after by a Chargé d'Affaires (CdA). He was nominated as the new ambassador to the South Asian nation in July six months after the post fell went vacant. On September 5, Chinese new Ambassador Mr. Jiang Zaidong arrived in Islamabad, and was warmly welcomed by Pakistani officials & representatives of the Embassy. Ambassador Jiang is committed to strengthening China-Pakistan ironclad friendship and all-weather strategic cooperation. pic.twitter.com/PGKmO1me3W — Chinese Emb Pakistan (@CathayPak) September 6, 2023 × Also read: Sri Lankan government to investigate allegations of military's complicity in 2019 Easter bombings Pakistan-based news reports further stated that Khalil Hashmi has been designated as Pakistan's ambassador to China after Moinul Haque retired from service. Hashmi will assume his new role this month as currently, he has been working as an envoy to the United Nations. On one side, China's representation in Pakistan, in the form of an ambassador, has become stronger, Beijing has not talked about appointing an ambassador to India even after almost a year. Former envoy Sun Weidong stepped down from the position in October 2022. Amid souring relations between India and China, the delay in the appointment of an envoy has become evident and called "unusual" by some observers. Meanwhile, China’s chargé d’affaires Ma Jia is holding the post. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In another major development in the Karachi school case wherein a principal was arrested over the alleged rape and blackmail allegations, the investigation officer (IO) on Tuesday said that over 45 women became victims of the accused, Geo News reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Monday, the Pakistani police arrested the accused principal employed at a private school in Karachi for allegedly raping and blackmailing several women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Geo News, the principal used the closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage to blackmail the victims while the investigating team of police also recovered 25 such short video clips from his cellphone.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It is pertinent to know that the scandal emerged after an obscene video of the principal and a female teacher circulated on the internet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The investigating authorities said that the office of the principal had been sealed and a forensic probe&nbsp;will be carried out. Meanwhile, the accused identified as Irfan Ghafoor Memon is sent to jail on a seven-day physical remand.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused told the police that he had rented the school in December for Pakistani Rupee (PKR) 100,000 per month. He added that there are about 10 female teachers, five male teachers and about 250 students in the school, as per Geo News.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The police said that the case had been registered at the Steel Town police station on the complaint of the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first information report (FIR) includes provisions for sexual harassment, threatening, and blackmailing, said the IO. He added that the principal under the pretext of giving jobs would sexually abuse the teachers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The accused used to blackmail the women by filming videos," it added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The IO also said that a victim contacted him whose statement will be recorded. He further said that the case is being investigated by a high-level committee, reported Geo News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The officer also said information about more suspects has come to the fore who have the DVR and videos with them. He assured that the police would arrest two more suspects by Wednesday night.&nbsp;</p>

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In another major development in the Karachi school case wherein a principal was arrested over the alleged rape and blackmail allegations, the investigation officer (IO) on Tuesday said that over 45 women became victims of the accused, Geo News reported.

In another major development in the Karachi school case wherein a principal was arrested over the alleged rape and blackmail allegations, the investigation officer (IO) on Tuesday said that over 45 women became victims of the accused, Geo News reported. On Monday, the Pakistani police arrested the accused principal employed at a private school in Karachi for allegedly raping and blackmailing several women. According to Geo News, the principal used the closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage to blackmail the victims while the investigating team of police also recovered 25 such short video clips from his cellphone. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report It is pertinent to know that the scandal emerged after an obscene video of the principal and a female teacher circulated on the internet. The investigating authorities said that the office of the principal had been sealed and a forensic probe will be carried out. Meanwhile, the accused identified as Irfan Ghafoor Memon is sent to jail on a seven-day physical remand. The accused told the police that he had rented the school in December for Pakistani Rupee (PKR) 100,000 per month. He added that there are about 10 female teachers, five male teachers and about 250 students in the school, as per Geo News. Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight The police said that the case had been registered at the Steel Town police station on the complaint of the state. The first information report (FIR) includes provisions for sexual harassment, threatening, and blackmailing, said the IO. He added that the principal under the pretext of giving jobs would sexually abuse the teachers. "The accused used to blackmail the women by filming videos," it added. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × The investigating authorities also added that the DVR of the CCTV cameras has been taken as evidence while his mobile phone will also be examined. The IO also said that a victim contacted him whose statement will be recorded. He further said that the case is being investigated by a high-level committee, reported Geo News. The officer also said information about more suspects has come to the fore who have the DVR and videos with them. He assured that the police would arrest two more suspects by Wednesday night. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Pakistan: Over 45 women fell victim to Karachi school principal accused of rape, blackmail

<p>Absconding parents of Sara Sharif, 10-year-old girl found dead in her home, released a video claiming they are willing to co-operate with British authorities.</p>

<p>Sara’s body was found at her home in Woking, Surrey on August 10. Since then, Surrey Police have&nbsp;been after girl’s father Urfan Sharif, 41, and her stepmother Beinash Batool, 29, in relation to a murder investigation. The couple travelled to Pakistan from the United Kingdom on August 9 and police have been unable to locate them.</p>

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<p>This was the first time that Sharif and his partner Batool talked about Sara in a low-quality footage in which Batool can be seen reading from a notebook while Sharif remains silent.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Sara’s parents said they are willing to co-operate with British authorities</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Batool spoke only two sentences on Sara, terming her death as an ‘incident’. Batool ends the video saying that they are willing to co-operate with the UK authorities to fight their case.</p>

<p>The video was sent to the BBC but they were unable to verify their account. Nor they were able to verify the conditions under which the video was recorded or the location, said BBC.</p>

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<p>Batool said, "Firstly, I would like to talk about Sara. Sara's death was an incident. Our family in Pakistan are severely affected by all that is going on. Imran (another of Sharif's brothers) did not give a statement that Sara fell down the stairs and broke her neck. This was spread through a Pakistani media outlet. I am very worried about Imran's safety."</p>

<p>She went on, "All of our family members have gone into hiding as everyone is scared for their safety. The kids are unable to attend school as they're afraid to leave the house. No one is leaving the house.”</p>

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<p>In response to Batool’s allegations, Jhelum police chief Mehmood Bajwa told the BBC the allegations of harassment and torture of family members are false. He said if the family had any fears from the police they could go to court to seek protection.</p>

<h2><strong>Sara’s post-mortem details</strong></h2>

<p>The child was found dead after officers were called from Pakistan by her dad, Urfan Sharif, who is thought to have travelled to Islamabad on August 9 and police have been unable to contact them since.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A post-mortem examination showed Sara had suffered multiple and extensive injuries, likely to have been caused over a sustained and extended period of time.</p>

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Absconding parents of Sara Sharif, 10-year-old girl found dead in her home, released a video claiming they are willing to co-operate with British authorities. Sara’s body was found at her home in Woking, Surrey on August 10.

Absconding parents of Sara Sharif, 10-year-old girl found dead in her home, released a video claiming they are willing to co-operate with British authorities. Sara’s body was found at her home in Woking, Surrey on August 10. Since then, Surrey Police have been after girl’s father Urfan Sharif, 41, and her stepmother Beinash Batool, 29, in relation to a murder investigation. The couple travelled to Pakistan from the United Kingdom on August 9 and police have been unable to locate them. Also Read | What is Australia's Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum? Here's all you need to know about the proposal This was the first time that Sharif and his partner Batool talked about Sara in a low-quality footage in which Batool can be seen reading from a notebook while Sharif remains silent. Sara’s parents said they are willing to co-operate with British authorities Batool spoke only two sentences on Sara, terming her death as an ‘incident’. Batool ends the video saying that they are willing to co-operate with the UK authorities to fight their case. The video was sent to the BBC but they were unable to verify their account. Nor they were able to verify the conditions under which the video was recorded or the location, said BBC. Also Read | Pakistan: Over 45 women fell victim to Karachi school principal accused of rape, blackmail Batool said, "Firstly, I would like to talk about Sara. Sara's death was an incident. Our family in Pakistan are severely affected by all that is going on. Imran (another of Sharif's brothers) did not give a statement that Sara fell down the stairs and broke her neck. This was spread through a Pakistani media outlet. I am very worried about Imran's safety." She went on, "All of our family members have gone into hiding as everyone is scared for their safety. The kids are unable to attend school as they're afraid to leave the house. No one is leaving the house.” Also Read | India takes veiled swipe at China, Pak in UN over blocking proposals to blacklist terrorists In response to Batool’s allegations, Jhelum police chief Mehmood Bajwa told the BBC the allegations of harassment and torture of family members are false. He said if the family had any fears from the police they could go to court to seek protection. Sara’s post-mortem details The child was found dead after officers were called from Pakistan by her dad, Urfan Sharif, who is thought to have travelled to Islamabad on August 9 and police have been unable to contact them since. A post-mortem examination showed Sara had suffered multiple and extensive injuries, likely to have been caused over a sustained and extended period of time. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The longtime allies China and Pakistan are conducting a joint air exercise in Northwestern China called the Shaheen-X. The annual exercise began on Tuesday.

Pakistan, China hold joint air exercise Shaheen-X; Pak's fighter jets participate in drills

PAK vs BAN live for free: Pakistan and Bangladesh will clash against each other in the first Super Four match of Asia Cup 2023 on September 6 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

PAK vs BAN live for free: Pakistan and Bangladesh will clash against each other in the first Super Four match of Asia Cup 2023 on September 6 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. In the group stages, Pakistan played phenomenally, scoring a win over Nepal and sharing one point with India from the game which had no result because of rain. On the other hand, Bangladesh lost to Sri Lanka in the opening match but the team made a comeback to defeat Afghanistan by 89 runs. Meanwhile, Pakistan are all set to continue their legacy of winning, while Bangladesh will be gearing up to claim a win. PAK vs BAN: Live-streaming details Where to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2023 live in India The broadcasting rights for PAK vs BAN Asia Cup 2023 are purchased by Star Sports for television. The match shall be available on following channels: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil SD + HD, Star Sports 1 Telugu SD+HD, Star Sports 1 Kannada Where to livestream Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2023 for free The game will be available for free on the Disney+Hotstar platform. Here is the list of live streaming and broadcasting details in other countries: Pakistan: PTV Sports and Ten Sports Bangladesh: Gazi TV United Kingdom: TNT Sports app Australia: Fox Sports and FOXTel app South Africa: SuperSport When will the Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2023 match be played?- Date Pakistan vs Bangladesh match will be held on 6 September 2023. When to watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2023?- Time The match between Pakistan and Bangladesh will kick off at 3:00 pm IST. Where will the Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2023 match be played? Venue The match will be played at Gaddafi Stadium Cricket Stadium, Lahore Here’s everything you need to know about Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2023 Date: 6 September 2023 Time: 3:00 pm IST Live Stream and Broadcast: Star Sports and Disney+Hotstar. Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Full Squads Pakistan squad: Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir (travelling reserve) Bangladesh squad: Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Naim Sheikh, Shamim Hossain, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tanzim Hasan Sakib Asia Cup 2023 points table Group A Mat Won Lost Tied NR Pts NRR Pakistan (Q) 2 1 0 0 1 3 4.76 India (Q) 2 1 0 0 1 3 1.028 Nepal (E) 2 0 2 0 0 0 -3.572 Group B Mat Won Lost Tied NR Pts NRR Sri Lanka (Q) 2 2 0 0 0 4 0.594 Bangladesh (Q) 2 1 1 0 0 2 0.373 Afghanistan (E) 2 0 2 0 0 0 -0.91 With inputs from agencies

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Four young men have been sentenced to death for blasphemy in Pakistan while a fifth accused has been sentenced to seven years of imprisonment, all this for a post on the social media platform Facebook. These sentences have been handed down by a court in Rawalpindi. According to Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency the four men who are in their 20s and have also been sentenced to a 28-year jail term each for committing blasphemy against the holy Quran.

Pakistan: 4 young men given death sentence for online Blaspehmy

<p>A court in Pakistan's Rawalpindi city has awarded the death penalty to four individuals, after convicting them in a blasphemy case. The court found them guilty of sharing content deemed to be insulting to Islam’s Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Qur’an, according to Pakistani media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused have been identified as&nbsp;Faizan Razzaq, Amin Rais, Muhammad Rizwan, and Wazir Gul.&nbsp;Rawalpindi District Court Judge&nbsp;Ahsan Mahmood Malik handed down the death sentence and also imposed a fine of $325 (PKR 100,000) on the charged.&nbsp;Notably, a fifth accused was sentenced to “rigorous imprisonment for seven years with a fine of Rs 100,000”&nbsp;by the court.</p>

<p>"Blasphemy against the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and desecration of the Holy Quran were heinous and unforgivable crimes. The perpetrators of these crimes do not deserve any concession or leniency,"&nbsp;the judgement read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Death sentence of the convict shall not be executed unless it is confirmed by the Honourable Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench, Rawalpindi,” it added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Blasphemy laws in Pakistan</strong></h2>

<p>Blasphemy laws in Pakistan are highly ambiguous and anything said against Islam can land one in trouble. According to Islamabad-based think-tank Center for Research and Security Studies, over the last three decades, at least 1,415 people have been accused of blasphemy while 89 of them have been killed, including 18 females and 71 males.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In April, earlier this year, a Chinese engineer&nbsp;working at the Dasu hydropower project in Kohistan District in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province became the latest victim of the blasphemy laws. He was arrested for allegedly "insulting Allah".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident occurred at the project when an employee of China Gezhouba Group Company working at the site got into a heated&nbsp;argument with local labourers.</p>

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<p>At the beginning of the year, Pakistan's National Assembly voted to expand the definition of the blasphemy law, which already carries the death penalty for insulting the Prophet Muhammad. Under the new law, individuals who are deemed to have insulted the prophet's companions can also receive 10 years in prison or life imprisonment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The blasphemy laws have been criticised by human rights organisations and international bodies, including the United Nations. These organisations argue that the laws violate freedom of expression and religion, and have called for their repeal or reform.</p>

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A court in Pakistan's Rawalpindi city has awarded the death penalty to four individuals, after convicting them in a blasphemy case. The court found them guilty of sharing content deemed to be insulting to Islam’s Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Qur’an, according to Pakistani media reports.

A court in Pakistan's Rawalpindi city has awarded the death penalty to four individuals, after convicting them in a blasphemy case. The court found them guilty of sharing content deemed to be insulting to Islam’s Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Qur’an, according to Pakistani media reports. The accused have been identified as Faizan Razzaq, Amin Rais, Muhammad Rizwan, and Wazir Gul. Rawalpindi District Court Judge Ahsan Mahmood Malik handed down the death sentence and also imposed a fine of $325 (PKR 100,000) on the charged. Notably, a fifth accused was sentenced to “rigorous imprisonment for seven years with a fine of Rs 100,000” by the court. "Blasphemy against the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and desecration of the Holy Quran were heinous and unforgivable crimes. The perpetrators of these crimes do not deserve any concession or leniency," the judgement read. “Death sentence of the convict shall not be executed unless it is confirmed by the Honourable Lahore High Court, Rawalpindi Bench, Rawalpindi,” it added. Also read | Pakistan: Islamic scholar lynched in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for blasphemy Blasphemy laws in Pakistan Blasphemy laws in Pakistan are highly ambiguous and anything said against Islam can land one in trouble. According to Islamabad-based think-tank Center for Research and Security Studies, over the last three decades, at least 1,415 people have been accused of blasphemy while 89 of them have been killed, including 18 females and 71 males. In April, earlier this year, a Chinese engineer working at the Dasu hydropower project in Kohistan District in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province became the latest victim of the blasphemy laws. He was arrested for allegedly "insulting Allah". The incident occurred at the project when an employee of China Gezhouba Group Company working at the site got into a heated argument with local labourers. WATCH | Pakistan: Chinese national arrested on blasphemy charges | This World At the beginning of the year, Pakistan's National Assembly voted to expand the definition of the blasphemy law, which already carries the death penalty for insulting the Prophet Muhammad. Under the new law, individuals who are deemed to have insulted the prophet's companions can also receive 10 years in prison or life imprisonment. The blasphemy laws have been criticised by human rights organisations and international bodies, including the United Nations. These organisations argue that the laws violate freedom of expression and religion, and have called for their repeal or reform. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Asia Cup 2023: The 16th edition of Asia Cup starts on August 30. It is co-hosted by Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The Asian cricket tournament traces its origin all the way back to 1984 in the ODI format.

Asia Cup 2023: The 16th edition of Asia Cup starts on August 30. It is co-hosted by Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The Asian cricket tournament traces its origin all the way back to 1984 in the ODI format. The current edition will be played in an ODI (50-over) format. A total of six teams are participating. The teams are divided into two groups. The fifth match was played on August 04 between India and Nepal at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka. Nepal faced a humble defeat from India as they lost the match by 10 wickets. Here are all the updates on the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 tournament: Asia Cup 2023: Match Format The tournament kicked off on August 30 with two groups of three teams playing against each other in round-robin style. The top 2 teams from each group will qualify for the Super Four stage and play a round-robin series again. The top two teams from the Super Four will play in the final against each other on September 17 in Colombo. Asia Cup 2023: Groups: Group A India Pakistan Nepal Group B Afghanistan Bangladesh Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023: Venues The cricket tournament is co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The matches will be played across four venues in Multan and Lahore in Pakistan and Kandy and Colombo in Sri Lanka. 1. Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan 2. Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 3. Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy 4. R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo The group stage of the tournament will be played from August 30 to September 5. Three of these games will be played in Pakistan and the rest in Sri Lanka. The Super Four stage will be played from September 6 to September 15, with five matches scheduled to be played in Sri Lanka and one in Pakistan. The final match of Asia Cup 2023 will be held on September 17 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Asia Cup 2023: Full Squads Afghanistan squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Riaz Hassan, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil, Rashid Khan, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janat, Abdul Rahman, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Suliman Safi, Fazalhaq Farooqi Bangladesh squad: Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Naim Sheikh, Shamim Hossain, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tanzim Hasan Sakib India squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya (vc), Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Sanju Samson (travelling reserve) Nepal squad: Rohit Paudel (c), Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Bhim Sharki, Kushal Malla, Aarif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi, Pratish GC, Mousom Dhakal, Sundeep Jora, Kishore Mahato, Arjun Saud Pakistan squad: Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir (travelling reserve) Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanaka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Janith Perera, Kusal Mendis (vc), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushan Hemantha, Binura Fernando, Pramod Madushan. Asia Cup 2023 fixtures DATE Group Stage Venue 30-Aug Pakistan vs Nepal Multan, PAK 31-Aug Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Kandy, SL 02-Sep Pakistan vs India Kandy, SL 03-Sep Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Lahore, PAK 04-Sep India vs Nepal Kandy, SL 05-Sep Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka Lahore, PAK Super 4s 06-Sep A1 vs B2 Lahore, PAK 09-Sep B1 vs B2 Colombo, Sl 10-Sep A1 vs A2 Colombo, Sl 12-Sep A2 vs B1 Colombo, Sl 14-Sep A1 vs B1 Colombo, Sl 15-Sep A2 vs B2 Colombo, Sl 17-Sep FINAL Colombo, Sl Where to watch the Asia Cup 2023 live in India The broadcasting rights for Asia Cup 2023 are purchased by Star Sports for television. The match shall be available on the following channels: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil SD + HD, Star Sports 1 Telugu SD+HD, Star Sports 1 Kannada Where to livestream Asia Cup 2023 for free To livestream the match, visit the Disney+Hotstar platform. Here is the list of live streaming and broadcasting details in other countries: Pakistan: PTV Sports and Ten Sports Bangladesh: Gazi TV United Kingdom: TNT Sports app Australia: Fox Sports and FOXTel app South Africa: SuperSport Asia Cup 2023 updated points table: Asia Cup 2023 Points Table Group A Pos Team M W L T N/R PT NRR 1 Pakistan 2 1 0 0 1 3 4.760 2 India 2 1 0 0 1 3 1.028 3 Nepal 2 0 2 0 0 0 -3.572 Asia Cup 2023 Point Table Group B Pos Team M W L T N/R PT NRR 1 Sri Lanka 1 1 0 0 0 2 0.951 2 Bangladesh 2 1 1 0 0 2 0.373 3 Afghanistan 1 0 1 0 0 0 -1.780 (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In a tragic incident, a Pakistan Navy helicopter crashed in the southwestern city of Gwadar, Balochistan province, resulting in the loss of three crew members' lives, media reports said. The military reportedly disclosed that the crash was likely caused by a mechanical fault. The ill-fated helicopter was engaged in a training flight when the incident occurred. Gwadar, a port city, and the broader Balochistan province have been marred by a long-standing separatist insurgency that involves various ethnic Baloch nationalist groups that seek greater autonomy or even complete independence from Pakistan.</p>

<p>These separatist groups argue that the resources in Balochistan, including natural gas and minerals, are being exploited by the Pakistani government without sufficient benefit to the local population. This conflict makes it a challenging operational area for the military.</p>

<h2><strong>Engine fire during takeoff</strong></h2>

<p>The Sea King aircraft experienced a catastrophic event during takeoff at approximately 10:00 am local time (0500 GMT). It suffered an engine fire and lost its rear tail, as indicated in a preliminary report obtained by AFP from a military source.</p>

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<p>The crash, believed to result from a technical malfunction, claimed the lives of two officers and one enlisted man, according to the navy spokesman quoted by AFP news agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Balochistan, Pakistan's largest province, remains heavily militarised due to significant Chinese investment projects in the area, which frequently become targets for separatist militant activities.</p>

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<p>The insurgency has led to a complex security situation, with sporadic acts of violence, attacks on security forces, and disruptions to infrastructure projects, including those related to CPEC.</p>

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<p>As a result, the military has to maintain a significant presence and conduct counterinsurgency operations in the region to safeguard security and maintain stability, particularly in and around Gwadar.</p>

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<p>The challenging security environment can make routine military activities, such as training flights, riskier and more demanding.</p>

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<p>This unfortunate incident comes after other helicopter crashes in Balochistan. Just last September, six servicemen lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Khost, a small town in the province. Additionally, a month earlier than that, six more servicemen, including one of the army's top commanders, were killed when their helicopter crashed while participating in flood relief operations in Balochistan.</p>

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In a tragic incident, a Pakistan Navy helicopter crashed in the southwestern city of Gwadar, Balochistan province, resulting in the loss of three crew members' lives, media reports said.

In a tragic incident, a Pakistan Navy helicopter crashed in the southwestern city of Gwadar, Balochistan province, resulting in the loss of three crew members' lives, media reports said. The military reportedly disclosed that the crash was likely caused by a mechanical fault. The ill-fated helicopter was engaged in a training flight when the incident occurred. Gwadar, a port city, and the broader Balochistan province have been marred by a long-standing separatist insurgency that involves various ethnic Baloch nationalist groups that seek greater autonomy or even complete independence from Pakistan. These separatist groups argue that the resources in Balochistan, including natural gas and minerals, are being exploited by the Pakistani government without sufficient benefit to the local population. This conflict makes it a challenging operational area for the military. Engine fire during takeoff The Sea King aircraft experienced a catastrophic event during takeoff at approximately 10:00 am local time (0500 GMT). It suffered an engine fire and lost its rear tail, as indicated in a preliminary report obtained by AFP from a military source. Also Read | Microsoft's WordPad, launched in 1995, set to be removed from Windows The crash, believed to result from a technical malfunction, claimed the lives of two officers and one enlisted man, according to the navy spokesman quoted by AFP news agency. Balochistan, Pakistan's largest province, remains heavily militarised due to significant Chinese investment projects in the area, which frequently become targets for separatist militant activities. Footage of the Pakistan navy's helicopter crash in #Gwadar of #Balochistan pic.twitter.com/tb6k8YoY8J — Wajul Baloch 🍁 واجو (@KaltNamu79407) September 4, 2023 × The insurgency has led to a complex security situation, with sporadic acts of violence, attacks on security forces, and disruptions to infrastructure projects, including those related to CPEC. Also Read | Convicted Proud Boys member claims Trump will pardon him in 2024 As a result, the military has to maintain a significant presence and conduct counterinsurgency operations in the region to safeguard security and maintain stability, particularly in and around Gwadar. Watch | Labour reshuffle: Sir Keir Starmer to shake up shadow cabinet × The challenging security environment can make routine military activities, such as training flights, riskier and more demanding. Previous tragedies This unfortunate incident comes after other helicopter crashes in Balochistan. Just last September, six servicemen lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Khost, a small town in the province. Additionally, a month earlier than that, six more servicemen, including one of the army's top commanders, were killed when their helicopter crashed while participating in flood relief operations in Balochistan. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has turned down a relief plan submitted by Pakistan's caretaker government aimed at assisting power consumers, media reports said citing sources. According to the sources from Pakistan's Ministry of Finance cited by The Express Tribune media outlet, the IMF rejected the proposal, asserting that its actual impact would surpass the suggested PKR 5 billion, estimating it to be over PKR 15 billion.</p>

<h2><strong>IMF's demand for tax revenue plan</strong></h2>

<p>Moreover, the IMF has insisted on a detailed strategy for generating this PKR 15 billion in tax revenue, leading to a delay as a revised plan must be presented to the IMF. Subsequent discussions are anticipated between IMF representatives and the Pakistan's Ministry of Finance.</p>

<h2><strong>Pakistan government assurances</strong></h2>

<p>Sources cited by various media outlets also revealed that the caretaker government assured the IMF&nbsp;the proposed relief measures would not disrupt the budget. Additionally, it requested permission from the IMF to allow power bills to be paid in four monthly installments.</p>

<h2><strong>Action against power theft</strong></h2>

<p>In a related development, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar issued immediate directives to take action against individuals involved in power theft.</p>

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<p>He reportedly instructed relevant authorities to submit daily reports on progress. The prime minister also stressed the need for swift action against defaulters and stressed that there should be no leniency toward those engaged in power theft and defaulting.</p>

<h2><strong>Economic stability strategy</strong></h2>

<p>Separately, Prime Minister Kakar instructed the Ministry of Finance to develop an effective strategy for achieving economic stability in the country.</p>

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<p>During a meeting with Interim Finance Minister Shamshad Akhtar, the finance minister briefed the prime minister on the current economic situation. Kakar affirmed his government's commitment to exploring innovative solutions to provide relief to electricity consumers.</p>

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<p>“The government would make informed decisions to satisfy the masses on the issue of electricity bills without deviating from the country’s commitments with the international financial institutions,” the interim PM added.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Pakistan rupee hit a new record low to 20 percent in 2023. There's no let-up from the economic crisis as the country battles record-high inflation and falling foreign reserves.</p>

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has turned down a relief plan submitted by Pakistan's caretaker government aimed at assisting power consumers, media reports said citing sources.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has turned down a relief plan submitted by Pakistan's caretaker government aimed at assisting power consumers, media reports said citing sources. According to the sources from Pakistan's Ministry of Finance cited by The Express Tribune media outlet, the IMF rejected the proposal, asserting that its actual impact would surpass the suggested PKR 5 billion, estimating it to be over PKR 15 billion. IMF's demand for tax revenue plan Moreover, the IMF has insisted on a detailed strategy for generating this PKR 15 billion in tax revenue, leading to a delay as a revised plan must be presented to the IMF. Subsequent discussions are anticipated between IMF representatives and the Pakistan's Ministry of Finance. Pakistan government assurances Sources cited by various media outlets also revealed that the caretaker government assured the IMF the proposed relief measures would not disrupt the budget. Additionally, it requested permission from the IMF to allow power bills to be paid in four monthly installments. Action against power theft In a related development, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar issued immediate directives to take action against individuals involved in power theft. Also Read | West Bank: Israeli forces kill Islamic Jihad gunman, wound Palestinian He reportedly instructed relevant authorities to submit daily reports on progress. The prime minister also stressed the need for swift action against defaulters and stressed that there should be no leniency toward those engaged in power theft and defaulting. Economic stability strategy Separately, Prime Minister Kakar instructed the Ministry of Finance to develop an effective strategy for achieving economic stability in the country. Also Read | After ‘largest ever’ wildfires, Greece witnesses heavy rains and flooding; one dead During a meeting with Interim Finance Minister Shamshad Akhtar, the finance minister briefed the prime minister on the current economic situation. Kakar affirmed his government's commitment to exploring innovative solutions to provide relief to electricity consumers. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine says Russian drone hit NATO member Romania × “The government would make informed decisions to satisfy the masses on the issue of electricity bills without deviating from the country’s commitments with the international financial institutions,” the interim PM added. Meanwhile, the Pakistan rupee hit a new record low to 20 percent in 2023. There's no let-up from the economic crisis as the country battles record-high inflation and falling foreign reserves. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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