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Opening of the renovated National Stadium

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On Tuesday, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah opened the rebuilt National Cricket Stadium in Karachi one week following the ceremonial inauguration of Lahore’s redesigned Gaddafi Stadium.

Also present at the event were Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Federal Minister Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, and others.

Both venues have undergone quick renovations before the long-awaited Champions Trophy 2025.

The stadium’s grand opening, which is also National Bank Cricket Arena, combined music with bon mots.

The PCB has asked the Test cricketers from Karachi to show up and liven the affair.

Enclosures in the stadium will be named for Shahid Afridi and Younis Khan, per to.

“Maza aa gaya Lahore, Next one Karachi stadium 11th Insha Allah!” singer Ali Zafar exclaimed in a social media post. Karachi tayyar ho?!!”

For attendees, admission to the event was free provided they had their ID cards. Ali Zafar, Shafqat Amanat Ali, and Sahir Ali Bagga performed in the opening ceremony.

Additionally on show to captivate the guests were fireworks.

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The Champions Trophy 2025 will be hosted by Pakistan, therefore enhancing the soft image of that nation worldwide.

The event is set for Pakistan from February 19 until March 9. The PCB has till February 11 to adjust the squad.

On February 19, Pakistan and New Zealand will square off in their first game at the National Stadium. Under a “fusion model,” the intense game between Pakistan and India will take place in the UAE on February 23 (Sunday).

The Karachi police also revealed the media traffic plan for the Champions Trophy.

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After its completion in a record 117 days, another important site for the Champions Trophy 2025 opened on February 7.

The renovated stadium opened by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, he said, was evidence of effective PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s monitoring. “This is an era of Mohsin Speed,” the prime minister remarked in a lighthearted tone.

The top said he hoped the Pakistani bowlers and batters would live up to public expectations and provide them some relief. He spoke to the players, urging them to beat India and capture the hearts of the nation passionate about cricket.

Mohsin Naqvi, in the meantime, gave compliments to the workers involved in stadium renovation. For the past three months, he said, some of the employees had not visited their homes.

In appreciation of more than 1,500 workers who helped Gaddafi Stadium to be completed in a “record time,” the PCB chairman also organized a special luncheon.

The PCB chairman paid a visit to each employee seated at their desks, greeted them, and shared lunch with them. He gave thanks to the staff for their relentless work on finishing the stadium.

The visitors captured shots and selfies with the PCB chairman.

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China and Pakistan will travel to Pamir-Hindu Kush-Karakoram together on scientific trips.

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BEIJING: With assistance from the China-Pakistan Joint Research Center on Earth Sciences (CPJRC), Northwest University (NWU) and Karakoram International University (KIU) want to carry out collaborative scientific expeditions in the Pamir-Hindu Kush-Karakoram region.

According to the recently signed partnership agreement between the two universities, they will work together on research projects, develop talent, and train teachers primarily in the areas of cultural heritage conservation and geological catastrophe prevention and control.

According to CEN, they also talked about expanding the options for Pakistani students to pursue postdoctoral and academic degrees at NWU.

“There is a strong need for external cooperation in geological disaster and cultural heritage preservation due to complex geological conditions, frequent disasters, and unique cultural heritage in the region where KIU is located,” stated KIU Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah.

In addition to KIU’s distinct characteristics, NWU has an edge in areas such ecological environmental protection, natural disaster prevention and control, etc., according to NWU President Sun Qingwei.

China-Pakistan cooperation in earth science is constantly evolving. A DoU to jointly develop the Karakoram Observation and Research Station (KORS) on Natural Hazards was recently inked in February between KIU and CPJRC.

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Unveiling of the PSL X trophy in the Arabian Sea

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With the stunning introduction of its historic 10th edition trophy, Luminara, in Karachi’s coastal waters, the HBL Pakistan Super League has created history.
This extraordinary action, which represents creativity, tenacity, genius, and the essence of Pakistan’s top T20 league, is a new turning point in the league’s history.
The PCB released a video showing Colombian cliff-diving sensation Orlando Duque, aided by the Pakistan Navy, plunging into the Arabian Sea to retrieve the PSL X trophy, “Luminara,” which is picked up by former captain Sarfraz Ahmed and PSL CEO Salman Naseer on the Karachi shores.
Made from a single sheet of solid silver that has been expertly machined to create its elaborate stone settings, Luminara is a stunning work of art. The trophy, which weighs 10 kg and is embellished with 22,850 high-luster zircon stones, is a reflection of the HBL PSL’s competitive prowess, passion, and exceptional stars.
The Latin words “lumens,” which means “light,” and “luminare,” which means “torch,” are the sources of the name Luminara, which means illumination. It represents the league’s ten-year history of setting the standard for entertainment and cricket excellence.
With the assistance of the Pakistan Navy, a professional diver unearthed a treasure box from the deep sea during the revealing, which took place in the open waters of the Arabian Sea. The prized trophy was then presented to HBL PSL stakeholders in Karachi. The story describes an amazing performance that embodies the league’s richness, development, and unflinching attitude. Cricket players, franchise representatives, and HBL and PCB officials all witnessed this extraordinary spectacle, which increased the anticipation for HBL PSL X.
In his remarks on the momentous occasion, Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi stated that the league’s dedication to innovation and quality is demonstrated by the introduction of “Luminara” at sea. “This trophy symbolizes the league’s illuminating history and its promising future as we commemorate ten years of the HBL PSL,” he continued.
“The HBL Pakistan Super League has always been about pushing boundaries, both on and off the field,” stated Salman Naseer, CEO of the HBL PSL. The HBL PSL has been a rich source of skill, tenacity, and sportsmanship, just like the sea is full of secrets and depth. This special reveal demonstrates the intense enthusiasm that our players and supporters have for the game.
The 10th edition of HBL PSL is set to take place in four cities – Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi from 11 April to 18 May. The opening match will be played between the defending champions Islamabad United (IU) and Lahore Qalandars (LQ) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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The policy of repatriation is enforced by Pakistan, and the deadline for Afghan citizen card holders to leave the country is set for 18 days.

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It is only 18 days left until the deadline that the government has set for the departure of unlawful foreign nationals and holders of Afghan Citizen Cards. The deadline is rapidly approaching.

It is expected that the foreign nationals who are illegally residing in the country would face severe consequences if they do not leave the country by the 31st of March.

Considering that there are just 18 days left, the deadline for their departure is drawing near almost immediately. A guarantee has been provided by the government that there will be no instances of cruelty during the process of evacuation.

As an additional point of interest, the government has announced that preparations have been taken to provide food and medical services for individuals who are departing the nation.

It was highlighted by the government that foreign nationals who wish to remain in Pakistan must complete the legal conditions in order to obtain permission to do so.

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