Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 New Format

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Men's T20 World Cup 2024 New Format
New T20 World Cup 2024 sees West Indies and USA in unique formation.

According to Men’s T20 World Cup, in the first round, twenty teams will divide into four groups of five, followed by a Super Eights phase. In 2024, instead of the first round followed by the Super 12, as in 2021 and 2022, the 20 participating teams will divide into four groups of five teams each.

The top two teams from each of the four groups advance to the Super Eight round, where they will divide into two groups of four. The top two teams from each of the two Super Eights groups advance to the semi-finals, which will get follow by the final.

The previous two T20 World Cups divided the first round into two groups of four teams, with teams qualifying for the tournament and teams finishing ninth to twelfth in the previous T20 World Cup.

The top two teams from each group were joined in the first round by the remaining eight teams who had already qualified for the Super 12 stage. So far, 12 teams have confirmed their attendance at the T20 World Cup in 2024.

The United States and the West Indies qualified automatically as tournament hosts. England, India, New Zealand, Australia, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and the Netherlands have also qualified for the 2022 edition, finishing in the top eight.

Afghanistan and Bangladesh are the other two teams who have secured their places because they were the second and third best in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 New Format rankings on the cut-off date of November 14, 2022.

The remaining eight spots will determine by regional qualifiers. So England is the current T20 World Cup champion, having defeated Pakistan in the final on November 13 in Melbourne.

What the reason behind England Cricket Team Chef Brought for Pakistan?

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What's the reason behind England Cricket Team's Chef Brought for Pakistan tour?England’s Chef brought against Pakistan after having stomach aches.

After experiencing stomach cramps during the seven-match T20I series earlier this year, England Cricket Team’s Chef has brought for the three-match Test series against Pakistan.

During the early stages of Brendon McCullum’s tenure as England head coach, the England Test team has been shedding support staff. However, a chef has been added for their upcoming tour of Pakistan.

Omar Meziane, the English football team’s chef during the 2018 FIFA World Cup and Euro 2020, will be the chef on the historic tour of Pakistan, according to the details.

ESPNcricinfo reported that during England’s seven-match T20I series in the subcontinent country, some white-ball players and support staff complained about the food.

The problems experienced were far from severe: no one became ill for an extended period of time, and England went on to win the series 4-3. However, due to the demands of a Test match, not least the back-to-back nature of the three-match series over 21 days in three different locations (Rawalpindi, Multan, and Karachi), having someone oversee food preparation and tailor menus according to specific requirements and tastes throughout felt a necessary controllable.

One of Cricket Australia’s few regrets from their successful tour of Pakistan earlier this year was not bringing a chef. It should be noted that this is the first time England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has hired a chef specifically for an overseas tour. The series begins on December 1 at Pindi Stadium.

Moeen Ali, England’s all-rounder who led the side in Buttler’s absence, told the media after the T20I series, “Food-wise, I’ve been a little disappointed in Lahore.” Karachi was pleasant.”

It is worth noting that England will play Test cricket in Pakistan for the first time in nearly 17 years. They last met in 2005, when the home team won the series 2-0.

Police Registers Case Over the Killing of a Police Officer in Karachi

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Police Registers Case Over the Killing of a Police Officer in Karachi

Pakistani expatriate suspect of killing police officer in Karachi DHA.

Khurram Nisar, the suspect, arrived in Karachi from Sweden on November 5, according to the police. The police, he resides there with his wife and two kids. A case has been lodged, and the officer who accompanied Rehman submitted the incident’s statement to the first information report (FIR). In the report, there are articles on terrorism, murder, and assault.

The police supposedly heard a lady screaming from the suspect’s car while they were on patrol, which prompted them to go after it. The woman managed to flee, but the police and suspect got into a violent altercation during which the suspect fired the officers and ran away. According to reports, Nisar’s residence in Karachi is close to the DHA Phase 5 crime site. He is believed to have gone in a different Car after leaving the accident-related car at home.

When the police searched the suspect’s home, they found arms, papers, and the car that was reportedly used in the shooting. Additionally held was the home watchman. A copy of Nisar’s passport, according to the police, has also been confiscated, and they are looking for the car he fled in. While photos of Nisar and information about his travel papers have been distributed across airports, his friends’ homes are also being inspected.

 

Scholarships announced by HEC for Balochistan and FATA students

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Scholarships announced by HEC for Balochistan and FATA students

HEC announces postgraduate scholarships for NWFP and FATA in Pakistan.

According to official sources, applications are being sought from outstanding students of Balochistan and the former FATA who wish to pursue postgraduate studies (MS/M.Phil programme) at HEC-accredited local universities/degree awarding institutions (DAIs).Under the ‘Provision of Higher Education Opportunities for the Students of Balochistan and FATA (Phase-Il)’ Batch-V, scholarships are being offered in all areas of study/disciplines for the academic year 2022-23.

Applicants must have a local/domicile certificate from Balochistan province/former FATA, according to the eligibility criteria. Candidates must have completed 16 years of education with a grade point average of at least 60%. While the maximum age as of the closing date is 35 years. Candidates must have obtained the necessary academic credentials on or before the closing date.

Candidates who are currently receiving another HEC/government scholarship are ineligible to apply. For admission to MS/MPhil programmes, candidates must meet HEC and university criteria. According to the sources, scholarships will cover tuition and other charges (including hostel fees) up to Rs60,000 per semester/year.

Meanwhile, a basic monthly allowance of Rs10,000 is provided, with an annual increase of Rs500 for the second year. Successful candidates will receive a book allowance of Rs6,000 per year, a travelling allowance of Rs5,000 per year, and an initial settlement allowance of Rs10,000 once. HEC scholarships will be awarded on the basis of merit as well as district/agency quotas.

According to the sources, the scholarship distribution ratio for Balochistan and FATA students is 50:50, and students already enrolled in any MS/MPhil programme may also apply. Before completing the application form, please visit http://hec.gov.pk/site/phobf for more information and an explanation of the IN/OUT categories.

FIFA World Cup Fans Boycott Israeli Media in Solidarity with Palestine

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FIFA World Cup Fans Boycotting Israeli Media in Solidarity with Palestine

Controversy surrounds FIFA World Cup since Qatar was awarded hosting.

Due to their criticism of Qatar’s Islamic worldview, the western lobby groups have contributed to doubts about the country’s capacity to host the FIFA world cup mega event.

While FIFA claims that politics have no place in the noble game, it is now clear that politics is what is behind the negative propaganda being spread against the Middle Eastern nation hosting the tournament.

The western world has come under fire from many fans for being hypocritical in questioning Qatar’s practices while their own nations have done the same thing, if not worse.

Israel is one such nation that has committed crimes against humanity in Palestine. It is no secret that the majority of Islamic nations do not get along well with Israel, and the vast majority of Muslims worldwide have spoken out against Israel‘s treatment of Palestinians.

As a result of countless recordings of Muslims refusing to participate in interviews appearing on social media, Muslims from all over the world have been observed to boycott Israeli media.

As citizens showed their support for Palestine by avoiding interactions with Israeli journalists, a number of videos went popular on Twitter.

Police Officer Martyred in Firing by Alleged Kidnapper

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Police Officer Martyred in Firing by Alleged Kidnapper

Suspect kidnapper kills officer while attempting to flee in Karachi.

The accused is suspected of robbing a female when she was in the car, according to DIG South Irfan Baloch. As the Shaheen Force officers were questioning the suspect after stopping the car, the girl was able to flee.

The police officer and the suspect had a tense argument during which the suspect shot the police officer and left the scene. The culprit is being sought, according to SSP South Syed Asad Raza.

On the other side, a black color Trent Car could be seen being chased by policemen on bikes on the CCTV tape from a few minutes prior to the event.

According to hospital authorities, the post mortem on the slain police officer Abdul Rehman revealed that he had been struck in the head with a 9 mm handgun.

England Test series announced for Squad

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England Test series announced for Squad

Pakistan names the 18-player squad for ICC WTC matches vs. England.

The three Tests are scheduled to be contested at Rawalpindi (December 1-5), Multan (December 9-13), and Karachi as part of the ICC World Test Championship (December 17-21). Pakistan’s forthcoming series is their fifth; their last series will be two Tests against New Zealand in December 2022 and January 2023.

These three Tests will be England’s final appearance in the World Test Championship’s second edition.

Pakistan Squad

Pakistan squad: Babar Azam (c) (Central Punjab), Mohammad Rizwan (VC & WK) (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), Abdullah Shafique (Central Punjab), Abrar Ahmed (Sindh), Azhar Ali (Central Punjab), Faheem Ashraf (Central Punjab), Haris Rauf (Northern), Imam-ul-Haq (Balochistan), Mohammad Ali (Central Punjab), Mohammad Nawaz (Northern), Mohammad Wasim Jnr (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), Naseem Shah (Southern Punjab), Nauman Ali (Northern), Salman Ali Agha (Southern Punjab), Sarfaraz Ahmed (Sindh), Saud Shakeel (Sindh), Shan Masood (Balochistan) and Zahid Mehmood (Sindh).

 

Mahira Khan Win Best Actress for ‘Prince Charming’ at Indian Film Festival

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Mahira Khan wins Best Actress Award for 'Prince Charming' at an Indian film festival.

Mahira Khan, wins Best Actress award, according to a press release.

Mahira khan won the  award-Short Film at the Indus Valley International Film Festival in New Delhi, India for Prince Charming

After making a name for himself as an actor, Sheheryar Munawar released his short film Prince Charming last year, which starred Khan and Zahid Ahmed together for the first time. In a very unique and creative way, Prince Charming discusses post-marital depression, a very real issue in our modern day and age.

In a statement, Khan said, “This award is dedicated to all the women who are suffering silently from post-marital depression.” “Such topics are considered taboo in our society, but here we are.” I’m glad this role touched the hearts of the audience; it’s one of the roles that will live on in my heart forever. I’d like to thank my dear friend Shehryar Munawar for having faith in me.”

Munawar’s directorial debut captures the marooned reality of an otherwise’stable’ relationship in 12 minutes. At first, this reality appears misguided, as the film suggests an extramarital affair in order to project an unhappy woman’s attempt to add colour to her life.

But it is the grey that the film revolves around, as it depicts the form that any relationship eventually takes at some point. And the dull, faded allure of this relationship takes its toll on the people it binds – sometimes in ways that others don’t understand.

Munawar, who sheds light on post-marital depression with this short flick, has demonstrated the perplexity of what may appear to be ‘ungratefulness.’

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Jr Said Sindh Belong To The People, Not His Family

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Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Jr Said Sindh Belongs To The People, Not His Family

Bhutto Jr. asserts: Sindh belongs to the people, not our the family.

Politicians, attorneys, and human rights activists participated in the Sindh Moorat March, which took place at Karachi’s Frere Hall on Sunday as a component of a worldwide march being observed by trans people. Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Jr., an artist, won admiration for telling people not to cheer for his family.

During the protest, hundreds of people chanted and carried banners advocating for the rights of the transgender community. An organizer of the protest march, Shehzadi Rai, told that the passage of the trans rights bill was the march’s primary objective. “To express our support for Iranian women, we have adopted the phrase ‘Zan, Zindagi and Azad’ (woman, life, and free) this year,” she said.

Accordingly, Zulfiqar said, Forget ‘long live Bhutto,’ long live the people, long live the transgender community, and love lives women,” Zulfikar said as someone started screaming “Jeay Bhutto.” He then made his way to the front of the stage.

Sindh belongs to the people, according to Zulfikar, the late Murtaza Bhutto’s sole son and the only living descendant of former Pakistani leader Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. Yours is Sindh.

You are the rightful owners of it, not my family, he assured the throng. “Khwajasira is the heirs of Sindh; you are the heirs of Sindh. You guys are the heirs of Sindh, although I am my grandfather’s lone descendant.

He was referred to as “a true human being” and a “pure soul” by a Twitter user.

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Jr Said Sindh Belongs To The People, Not His Family

ECP Decide Verdict Over Delay in Karachi LG Polls Tomorrow

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ECP Decide Verdict Over Delay in Karachi LG Polls Tomorrow

ECP to announce the verdict tomorrow on Karachi LG Elections delay.

The ECP reserved its verdict on the delay in Karachi LG polls on November 15. After hearing arguments from both sides, the country’s highest electoral authority withheld its decision. Last week, the Sindh High Court (SHC) ordered the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to announce the schedule for the LG polls in Karachi and Hyderabad as soon as possible.

Also Read: https://rockedge.pk/shc-orders-lg-polls-within-four-weeks-in-karachi-and-hyderabad/

The court ordered the Sindh government to provide security and other facilities for the LG polls after hearing appeals from Jamaat-e-Islami and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf requesting urgent LG polls in Karachi and Hyderabad. It should be mentioned that the Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan had petitioned the SHC to postpone the Karachi and Hyderabad LG elections until fresh revisions to the LG Law were made.