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T20 World Cup: In a rain-soaked contest, South Africa defeated the West Indies to go to the semifinals.

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In a Super Eights encounter impacted by rain on Monday, South Africa defeated the West Indies by three wickets to advance to the T20 World Cup semi-finals and eliminate the hosts.

South Africa stammered to 110-7 after Roston Chase claimed three wickets in their chase of a revised 123 off 17 overs, but they managed to reach their mark when Marco Jansen struck the opening ball of the last over for six.

After winning the toss, South Africa limited the West Indies to 135-8 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua, thanks to a 3-27 effort by player of the match Tabraiz Shamsi.

All-rounder Chase top scored with 52, partnering with Kyle Mayers for 81 runs (35 off 34 balls) at the third wicket. His off-spin took 3-12, giving the West Indies hope.

After smashing the last six off Obed McCoy, Jansen’s undefeated 21 helped the Proteas win at 124-7.

“The last time I played here I went for 50 runs and there was a lot of chatter going around,” Shamsi commented.

“I was happy to come back and perform my role, but credit as well to the guys who bowled before me because they set it up beautifully.”

The left-arm wrist-spinner, who was brought in to replace seamer Ottneil Baartman, received great assistance from captain Aiden Markram (1-28) and fellow slow bowler Keshav Maharaj (1-24).

Anrich Nortje dropped Chase on eleven, but he took full advantage of the situation, hitting three fours and twice cleared the ropes.

After the hosts lost to 5-2 in the second over, his collaboration with Mayers enabled them to come back.

After Mayers was out of the game due to a sliced catch at deep cover by Shamsi, South Africa was able to contain the West Indies with a succession of wickets.

When the score was 117-6, Nortje atoned for his previous miscue by running out the threatening Andre Russell, who had hammered two sixes in his 15 off nine balls.

West Indies skipper Rovman Powell stated, “We will do everything in our power to forget this batting performance.”

We had a very good bowling effort. The lads truly gave it their all to protect that total when we indicated at the halfway point that we would give it everything we had.

During the intense chase, winning captain Markram acknowledged feeling anxious.

“There’s a lot of relief at making the semi-finals but we’re not going to be brainwashed by that because we would have liked to be a lot more convincing,” he added.

“Maybe we attempted to end the game too soon, but thus far in the competition, that has been the dominant theme.

“We get ourselves into tricky positions and then have to battle to get over the line.”

South Africa and England are Super Eight Group 2 semi-final qualifiers.

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COAS Visits Bannu and Promises Terrorism Justice

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Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff, traveled to Bannu after the March 4 terrorist attack on Bannu cantonment was thwarted.
COAS examined the general security situation in the region as well as ongoing security operations during the visit.
At CMH Bannu, he also spoke with wounded soldiers and praised their tenacity and commitment. Speaking to the troops, he reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s commitment to combating terrorism and commended their prompt action in neutralizing the assailants.
In addition to expressing sympathy to the families of the civilians slain in the strike, General Munir promised that those responsible for the planning and execution would shortly face consequences.
He emphasized that such activities reveal Khwarij’s true nature as enemies of Islam and denounced the savage targeting of innocent people.
The COAS underlined that Pakistan will not permit its stability to be jeopardized and that terrorist organizations, such as Fitna al-Khawarij, continue to use foreign weapons while operating from Afghan territory.
When he arrived, Corps Commander Peshawar welcomed him.

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Ethiopia-Pakistan Relations: Ethiopian Ambassador Presents Fraternity Award to Khawaja Asif

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Khawaja Muhammad Asif, the minister of defense and aviation, received the “Ethiopia-Pakistan fraternity award” from Ethiopian Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker.
In appreciation of Khawaja Asif’s noteworthy contributions to enhancing Pakistan-Ethiopia bilateral ties, the award was given out.
The Ethiopian Envoy, who spoke at the event, praised the Minister’s work to strengthen the two countries’ diplomatic and economic relations.
The Ethiopian Ambassador said, “Khawaja Muhammad Asif has played a pivotal role in enhancing Ethiopia-Pakistan relations.”
Additionally, he recognized the minister’s pivotal involvement in Ethiopian Airlines’ establishment in Pakistan, which has strengthened connections between the two nations.
In addition to thanking Ethiopia and its ambassador for the honor, Khawaja Asif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to developing closer ties with Ethiopia.
The Ethiopian Ambassador emphasized that Pakistan and Ethiopia had better bilateral ties than before.

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Issues Affecting Pakistan’s Textile Mills Industry: The Government Is Determined To Address Textile Industry Concerns: FM

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Muhammad Aurangzeb, minister of finance, has stated that the government is firmly committed to helping the textile industry in every way possible.
He made this pledge today in Islamabad during a meeting with the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association’s leadership.
In order to guarantee the long-term sustainability and future expansion of Pakistan’s industrial sector, the Minister also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing important tax, energy, and funding challenges.
He welcomed the APTMA office-bearers and gave the delegation his word that the government is committed to resolving the issues facing the textile industry since it understands how important it is to Pakistan’s economy.
Muhammad Aurangzeb underlined that resolving the fundamental issues facing the sector is essential to establishing an atmosphere that is favorable for industrial expansion, promoting economic stability, and bolstering the country’s overall growth trajectory.

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