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Pakistan falters to meet IMF conditions, provinces asked to raise USD 1.4 billion in taxes
19
May
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World

Pakistan falters to meet IMF conditions, provinces asked to raise USD 1.4 billion in taxes

Islamabad: The Pakistan government has directed provincial administrations to raise more thanย 400 billion PKR in additional taxes in the next fiscal year as the cash-strapped nation struggles to meet strict conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to a report by The Express Tribune. The move is likely to increase pressure on citizens already battling high inflation and economic uncertainty. Combined additional taxation targets under the federal and provincial budgets are expected to exceed Rs 1.1 trillion for FY2026-27. Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a virtual meeting with provincial finance ministers to discuss new revenue goals linked…
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India’s scheme of things in white-ball cricket, indicates chief selector Ajit Agarkar
19
May
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India’s scheme of things in white-ball cricket, indicates chief selector Ajit Agarkar

New Delhi: Discussion around Vaibhav Sooryavanshiโ€™s rapid rise has intensified after a breakthrough IPL 2026 season. The Rajasthan Royals opener has amassed 486 runs in 12 matches this season, at a blistering strike rate of 234.78. He has been a force to reckon with and is the eighth-leading run-scorer of the season.ย  His performances have already pushed him into higher levels of the domestic pathway, including selection for the India A squad for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. However, is he ready for a call-up in the senior team? Chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed speculation about Sooryavanshiโ€™s immediate prospects,…
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Newly built six-lane access-controlled Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway to cut travel time by 2 hours: Details
19
May
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Newly built six-lane access-controlled Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway to cut travel time by 2 hours: Details

Lucknow: After the inauguration of the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, Northern India is set to receive another major road project. The Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway in Uttar Pradesh is set to open soon, making travel between Uttar Pradesh's capital, Lucknow, and the industrial city of Kanpur much faster and easier. For years, people have been facing heavy traffic, jams, and long delays on NH-27. This new expressway is considered a solution to this major problem.ย  Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway inauguration The Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway is scheduled to be inaugurated on May 24. Initially planned for April, the expressway's launch timeline was later changed. It is now expected…
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Which India cricketers earned their maiden call-ups in Afghanistan series?
19
May
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Which India cricketers earned their maiden call-ups in Afghanistan series?

Mumbai: Four cricketers have earned their maiden India call-ups for the upcoming Test and three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, scheduled to begin on June 6. Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar and Harsh Dubey were named in the Test squad for the first time in their career, while Brar and Dubey also secured ODI berths alongside Delhi fast bowler Prince Yadav. Manav Sutharโ€™s journey Hailing from Rajasthan, Manav has played 29 First Class matches and clinched 129 wickets at an average of 25.76. He has been identified as a long-term replacement for Ravichandran Ashwin, who retired from Tests two years ago. Apart…
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Is your retirement corpus enough? Here’s how annuities can help – Know types and other details
19
May
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Is your retirement corpus enough? Here’s how annuities can help – Know types and other details

New Delhi: You can do everything โ€œrightโ€ for three decades - save diligently, avoid indulgences, build a nest egg and still face the most unsettling retirement question: will your money last as long as you do? Retirement is no longer a short chapter after work; it can stretch two or even three decades. And how long your retirement corpus lasts depends on how you withdraw, how long the withdrawals last, and how resilient your plan is to inflation, longevity, and medical contingencies. Millions of Indians face the same silent fear after retirement. Income stops on a date, while life doesnโ€™t.…
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Rishabh Pant axed as vice-captain of Test squad, Rohit-Kohli retain spot in ODIs
19
May
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Rishabh Pant axed as vice-captain of Test squad, Rohit-Kohli retain spot in ODIs

Guwahati: India have dropped Rishabh Pant as vice-captain of the Test squad. BCCI wanted to give the cricketer a breathing space after a lean patch in white-ball cricket. KL Rahul has been announced as Shubman Gillโ€™s new deputy for the one-off Test against Afghanistan There were some interesting exclusions from the Test squad as well. Senior cricketers Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah were rested, with Gurnoor Brar and Harsh Dubey picked as their replacements. However, the chief selector Ajit Agarkar has confirmed that Jadeja is only rested from the Test series and that he is Indiaโ€™s โ€˜number-one spinnerโ€™ in the…
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Islampura now Krishan Nagar: Pakistan approves plan to restore names of several streets in Lahore
19
May
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Islampura now Krishan Nagar: Pakistan approves plan to restore names of several streets in Lahore

Lahore: Pakistan's Punjab government on Tuesday approved a plan to restore the names of several streets and roads in Lahore, aiming to revive the city's pre-Partition heritage, an official said. Several historic streets, alleys and roads in Lahore were renamed over the past decades, replacing British-era and Hindu-associated names with those of Islamic, Pakistani or local figures. Punjab Cabinet had approved the plan "The Punjab Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, a few days ago had approved a plan to restore the original and historical names of various streets and roads in Lahore and its neighbourhood," a Punjab…
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Capital appreciation fueling investors’ confidence in NCR, micro-markets touch 98% growth
19
May
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Capital appreciation fueling investors’ confidence in NCR, micro-markets touch 98% growth

New Delhi: Capital appreciation in NCR is beginning to follow a far more predictable, corridor-led pattern. Whatโ€™s changing is not just the pace of price movement, but the mindset behind it. Investors today arenโ€™t chasing momentum; theyโ€™re responding to visible, on-ground value creation - be it infrastructure nearing completion, stronger social ecosystems, or consistent leasing activity. Thus, appreciation is no longer just a by-product of market cycles; itโ€™s increasingly becoming a marker of how mature and well-aligned a micro-market truly is. Whatโ€™s lending this appreciation cycle its credibility is the depth of forces underpinning it, and the data now reflects…
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Manchester City shortlists coach to replace Pep Guardiola, Spaniard to leave after current season
19
May
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Manchester City shortlists coach to replace Pep Guardiola, Spaniard to leave after current season

MANCHESTER: Manchester City are moving toward a managerial transition that could mark the end of one of the clubโ€™s most successful eras. With Pep Guardiola expected to depart after Sundayโ€™s Premier League fixture against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium, preparations for life beyond the Spaniard are already well underway. The clubโ€™s focus has turned to Enzo Maresca, who has emerged as the preferred candidate to step into the role ahead of the 2026-27 season. Discussions between City and the Italian coach have progressed significantly, with an appointment anticipated once formalities are completed. Meanwhile, Marescaโ€™s rise in English football has…
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How to prepare your child for a fast-changing world
19
May
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How to prepare your child for a fast-changing world

The world children are growing up in is not simply changing; it is changing at a pace that can feel almost impossible to pin down. Careers that once seemed stable are being reshaped by technology. New tools appear before adults have fully learned the last one. Attention spans are being pulled in a dozen directions at once. The skills that matter most are no longer limited to memorising facts or following instructions neatly. What matters now is adaptability, emotional steadiness, curiosity, judgment and the ability to keep learning without becoming overwhelmed. For parents, that can feel like a daunting brief.…
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