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Lahore: (Lord Media) Bangladesh Cricket Board has urged Pakistan to reconsider its boycott of the match against India. Bangladesh Cricket Board President Aminul Islam met with Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore, stating that it is essential to review the boycott in the interest of global cricket. ICC Vice Chairman Imran Khawaja was also present at the meeting.

The dispute began when Bangladesh requested to hold its matches in Sri Lanka instead of India due to threats from Hindu extremists, a request that was denied, leading to Bangladesh’s exclusion from the tournament.

Pakistan labeled the decision as unfair and announced it would not play against India on February 15. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka and UAE cricket boards have also requested Pakistan to reconsider.

Consultations between Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif are ongoing, with a final decision on the India match boycott yet to be made.

Islamabad: (Lord Media) Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry informed the National Assembly that the suicide bomber in the Tarlai attack was a resident of Peshawar, trained by India in Afghanistan.

During the National Assembly session, a prayer was offered for the martyrs of the Tarlai bombing, led by JUI’s Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri. The routine agenda was suspended to discuss the incident.

The federal minister stated that the attacker fired at guards and entered the mosque, detonating himself, resulting in the death of 33 worshippers, mostly young, and injuring over 150 people. Among the injured were the cousin and uncle of Islamabad’s IG.

Tariq Fazal Chaudhry revealed that the attacker, identified as Yasir Khan, was apprehended by Nowshera CTD, which also arrested four terrorists. He claimed that despite efforts by intelligence agencies to prevent incidents, India trained the attacker in Afghanistan, implicating India’s involvement in the attack.

Islamabad: (Lord Media) Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry informed the National Assembly that the suicide bomber in the Tarlai attack was a resident of Peshawar, trained by India in Afghanistan.

During the National Assembly session, a prayer was offered for the martyrs of the Tarlai bombing, led by JUI’s Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri. The routine agenda was suspended to discuss the incident.

The federal minister stated that the attacker fired at guards and entered the mosque, detonating himself, resulting in the death of 33 worshippers, mostly young, and injuring over 150 people. Among the injured were the cousin and uncle of Islamabad’s IG.

Tariq Fazal Chaudhry revealed that the attacker, identified as Yasir Khan, was apprehended by Nowshera CTD, which also arrested four terrorists. He claimed that despite efforts by intelligence agencies to prevent incidents, India trained the attacker in Afghanistan, implicating India’s involvement in the attack.

Islamabad: (Lord Media) Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry informed the National Assembly that the suicide bomber in the Tarlai attack was a resident of Peshawar, trained by India in Afghanistan.

During the National Assembly session, a prayer was offered for the martyrs of the Tarlai bombing, led by JUI’s Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri. The routine agenda was suspended to discuss the incident.

The federal minister stated that the attacker fired at guards and entered the mosque, detonating himself, resulting in the death of 33 worshippers, mostly young, and injuring over 150 people. Among the injured were the cousin and uncle of Islamabad’s IG.

Tariq Fazal Chaudhry revealed that the attacker, identified as Yasir Khan, was apprehended by Nowshera CTD, which also arrested four terrorists. He claimed that despite efforts by intelligence agencies to prevent incidents, India trained the attacker in Afghanistan, implicating India’s involvement in the attack.

Karachi: (Lord Media) The Pakistan Stock Exchange experienced intense pressure on Thursday as geopolitical uncertainties caused the KSE-100 Index to drop over 6000 points. The index closed at 182,338 points, losing six thresholds from 188,000 to 183,000 points.

Experts cited poor results from FFC, tensions between the US and Iran, the super tax, no reduction in interest rates, and the rollover week as factors negatively impacting the stock market.

On Wednesday, the KSE-100 Index had closed with an increase of 177.53 points at 188,380.39 points. Despite mixed results in Asian stock markets and verbal support from US and European officials, the dollar remained unstable.

Gold and silver prices reached their highest levels globally, while oil prices soared to a four-month high following threats of potential attacks on Iran by US President Donald Trump.

Lahore: (Lord Media) Pakistan set a target of 169 runs for Australia in the first T20 match of the series. After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to bat first and scored 168 runs for the loss of 8 wickets. Saim Ayub scored 40 runs, while Salman Agha contributed 39 runs. Australian bowler Adam Zampa took 4 wickets.

The Pakistani team includes Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, and Mohammad Nawaz. Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, and Abrar Ahmed are also part of the squad.

Australia is led by Travis Head, with Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, and Marcus Stoinis absent. Mahli Behrendorff, Jack Edwards, and Matthew Renshaw are making their T20 debuts.

Captain Salman Agha stated that the pitch is favorable for batting and various options are available. The second and third T20 matches are scheduled for January 31 and February 1.

New Delhi: (Lord Media) The spread of the Nipah virus in India has raised concerns over the hosting of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. India confirmed only two cases in West Bengal as of December 2025, but independent reports suggest over five cases in Kolkata, including healthcare workers affected by nosocomial clusters.

The Nipah virus has a fatality rate of 40 to 75 percent, and Indian authorities admit it poses a significant threat. There are allegations of fact suppression to maintain control before the 2026 Cricket World Cup, as Kolkata’s Eden Gardens is among the host venues.

Observers warn that poor sanitation and unsafe conditions during international sports events in India could endanger players, officials, and fans. Foreign players at the India Open Super 750 Badminton Tournament have also complained about dirty training halls and poor conditions.

There is a call for the ICC to relocate all matches to Sri Lanka, which offers better health monitoring and safe facilities. Continuing events in India could endanger lives and set a precedent of irresponsible global safety priorities.

Lahore: (Lord Media) Tim Paine has been appointed as the head coach of the Sialkot Stallions for PSL 11. The team officially announced Paine’s appointment, expressing hope for improved performance under his leadership.

Previously, Paine served as the head coach for Adelaide Strikers in the BBL and established a strong culture with the Australian team. The Sialkot Stallions’ management considers his appointment crucial for future success and believes his coaching will significantly enhance the team’s performance.

The aim of Paine’s appointment is to bring change and strengthen the Sialkot Stallions, increasing their chances of success in the PSL.

Lahore: (Lord Media) The Punjab government has filed review petitions against three significant Supreme Court rulings. These petitions address the reclassification of sexual assault as consensual sex, the consolidation of sentences for a murderer of sixteen individuals, and the acquittal of a fugitive.

The petitions were submitted by Additional Prosecutor General Punjab, Ahmad Raza Gillani. The review request concerning the reclassification of rape stresses that courts should avoid statements against victims of sexual assault to protect their dignity.

In the petition against the consolidation of sentences for the murder of sixteen people, it is argued that twenty-one individuals from two families were killed, categorizing the incident as terrorism. The Supreme Court’s decision warrants reconsideration.

A review petition has also been filed against the Supreme Court’s decision to acquit a fugitive along with other accused.