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ICC in talks with PCB over India-Pakistan T20 WC match

February 15 fixture hangs in balance amid political tensions and boycott threat

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Pakistan's Babar Azam, right, and teammate Shaheen Shah Afridi celebrate after taking a co-ordinated catch to dismiss Netherlands' Michael Levitt during the T20 World Cup cricket match in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Ashraf’s blitz saves Pakistan in T20 World Cup opener

Boycott row and batting wobble overshadow dramatic T20 World Cup opener

Netherlands' Michael Levitt, left, shakes hands with Pakistan's Faheem Ashraf as he leaves with teammate Shaheen Shah Afridi after Pakistan won their T20 World Cup match in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Pakistan mosque attack: US issues travel warning

Advisory warns Americans to avoid large gatherings, stay vigilant and follow guidance

A security personnel stands guard near the site of funeral ceremony held for suicide blast victims, a day after the attack at a mosque in Islamabad on February 7, 2026.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan bowl out Netherlands for 147

Pakistan’s spinners and bowlers shared six wickets to bowl Netherlands out for 147

Pakistan's captain Salman Agha (R) and Sahibzada Farhan bump their fists during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Pakistan and Netherlands at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo on February 7, 2026.

Pakistan mosque attack: Worshippers recall Friday blast

Death toll rises to 31, with 169 injured after Friday mosque blast.

People mourn the death of their relatives following a suicide bombing at a mosque, outside a hospital in Islamabad on February 6, 2026.

Dirham gains vs INR, PKR, PHP. Should expats remit now?

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of February 6 - against the UAE dirham

Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

Sri Lanka urge Pakistan to rethink India game boycott

Cricket board cites costs and past solidarity during tough times

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) told the Pakistan Cricket Board that a boycott would result in a financial hit and also hurt the island's tourism industry.

World Bank says Pakistan needs 30m jobs in decade

Ajay Banga says youth boom can drive growth with focus on reforms and investment

World Bank President, Ajay Banga (left), called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on February 2, 2026.

T20 WC: We will not play against India: Pakistan PM

Pakistan announced it would boycott its group-stage match against India on Feb 15

T20 World Cup: We will not play against India, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif says

T20 WC: ICC assigns official to mediate with Pakistan

Imran Khwaja identified as neutral figure capable of engaging with all stakeholders

India match boycott: ICC assigns official to mediate with Pakistan

Overseas Pakistanis challenge minister on key issues

Hussain faces tough questions from diaspora as government outlines reform agenda

Some prominent Pakistani community members during a reception to interact with Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis in Sharjah.

Kites fly again in Lahore, rooftops booked for millions

Families reunite on decorated rooftops as the festival returns under tight safety curbs.

A giant kite model placed by local administration to celebrate upcoming three-day kite flying festival in Lahore.

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