The Perils of Power in Sports: From Biased Umpires to Presidential Calls In the 1980s, when bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan burned with unmatched intensity, the two nations met not only as rivals on the field but as embodiments of national pride. Series were contested on home soil, featuring five Test matches and a handful of One-Day Internationals, with local umpires presiding over the proceedings. On the 13th of March 1987, at Bangalore’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, Pakistan, led by Imran Khan, faced India in a Test match overseen by umpires…
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Poultry Micro-Finance Empowers Rural Women in Kamalia, Pakistan
Wings of Change: How Poultry Micro-Finance is Empowering Rural Women in Kamalia (By: Dr. Muhammad Hassan Kathia University of Agriculture Faisalabad) For decades, the mention of Kamalia brought two things to mind: its world-famous khaddar cloth and its sprawling, high-density poultry infrastructure. As one of Pakistan’s most critical poultry hubs, Kamalia’s landscape is dotted with commercial layer and broiler sheds that help dictate daily egg and meat prices across the province. Yet just a few kilometers away from these massive, multi-million-rupee commercial setups, a quiet revolution is taking place in…
Read MoreSaudi Arabia Can Become Pakistan’s Largest Mango Export Market
Saudi Arabia Can Become Pakistan’s Largest Mango Market… But Why Are We Missing the Opportunity? It is difficult to understand why some of our government institutions continue to display such a slow and unorganized approach when it comes to promoting Pakistan’s good name abroad. This criticism is not directed at every ministry; rather, it is specifically aimed at Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce, whose primary responsibility is to introduce Pakistani products to international markets and create export opportunities. Billions of rupees collected from taxpayers are spent on these institutions. They maintain…
Read MoreHumanity Sacrificed in Proxy Wars: Pakistan, Iran & Global Politics
Humanity Sacrificed at the Altar of Proxy Wars The map of global politics is as intricate as the relationships among the nations that populate it, and within this web of complexity, few tensions are as pronounced as the one existing between Pakistan, Iran, the United States, and Israel. This friction is not merely a matter of bilateral or quadrilateral disagreements but is deeply rooted in the proxy wars waged by global powers, where the primary target and the greatest casualty is invariably the ordinary human being. The term proxy war…
Read MoreSurah Al-Qari’ah: Qur’anic Perspective on the End of the Universe
Surah Al-Qari’ah: Cosmic Collision, Analysis of Natural Laws, and the Ultimate Manifestation of the Moral Scale – Qur’anic Perspective on the End of the Universe Humankind has always pondered the fate of the universe. Ancient civilizations presented their concepts of creation and annihilation in their own ways. Greek philosophy considered the universe eternal. Hinduism described the cyclical creation and destruction of the cosmos. Modern science introduced the Big Bang theory, demonstrating that the universe had a beginning. If there is a beginning, logically there will also be an end.…
Read MoreAmerica at 250: Liberty, Faith and Shared Values | Opinion
PAKISTAN CHRONICLE America at 250: Liberty, Faith, and the Shared Values that Unite US. Reflections from an American Muslim Inspired by Islamic and Christian Traditions We are celebrating 250 years of American Independence, I am celebrating with all American-Pakistanis with profound gratitude—as an immigrant, an educator, a Muslim, and a proud American. My journey to America began in 1983, when I arrived from Pakistan as an international student at New York University, where I earned my Master’s degree in Economic Development. Later, I completed my Ph.D. at the University of…
Read MoreChaman Administration Continues Crackdown on Illegal Afghan Nationals
Operations Continue Against Illegally Residing Afghan Nationals in Chaman ۔ Assistant Commissioner Chaman Azizullah Kakar and Tehsildar Ahmad Khan today reviewed the ongoing operations against illegally residing Afghan nationals in various areas of District Chaman and supervised the relevant teams. During this, identity cards of citizens were checked in different markets, roads, and commercial centers of Chaman city to ensure the identification of illegally residing individuals. The administration also visited remote areas and directed the public not to rent out houses, shops, or any type of residential or commercial space…
Read MoreMohammed bin Salman: Vision 2030 and Saudi Arabia’s Rising Global Leadership
An Emerging Global Leader: Mohammed bin Salman – A Symbol of Determination and Stability Today, amid the rapidly changing political landscape of the Middle East, new opportunities in the global economy, the aspirations of a youthful generation, and increasing discussions about shaping the future, the name of Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, **Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz**, is heard repeatedly. Some people simply move with the tide of history, while others strive to change its course. Throughout history, countless rulers, politicians, and influential personalities have appeared on…
Read MoreUniversity of Balochistan Launches Faculty Development Program
Vice Chancellor of University of Balochistan Prof. Dr. Zahoor Ahmed Bazai formally inaugurates National Outreach Program for Faculty Development at the University ۔ Quetta : The Vice Chancellor of University of Balochistan, Prof. Dr. Zahoor Ahmed Bazai, formally inaugurated the National Outreach Program for Faculty Tier-I Lecturers and Assistant Professors during the opening ceremony of the four-week-long training workshop, where he attended as the chief guest. The training program will run from June 29 to July 20, 2026, and is being organized by the University Training and Development Center (UTDC),…
Read MoreU.S. Expands Global Cooperation to Pursue Criminal Fugitives
U.S. Immigration Authorities Expand Cooperation with Foreign Governments in Pursuit of Criminal Fugitives The United States is increasingly strengthening cooperation with foreign governments to identify, arrest, deport, or extradite individuals accused or convicted of serious crimes. Federal agencies, particularly the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), have intensified efforts to ensure that the United States does not become a safe haven for fugitives or individuals who pose a threat to public safety. This enforcement strategy operates in two directions. First, U.S. authorities continue to…
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