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Nazir Junior, a former cricket player for Pakistan, dies at age 78.

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At the age of 78, former Pakistani cricket player and umpire Muhammad Nazir Junior has passed away.

Mohammad Nazir Junior, a famous umpire and former Pakistan Test cricket player, died at the age of 78.

On Tuesday, his son Noman Nazir confirmed.

Who was Nazir Junior?

In 14 Test matches and four One Day Internationals (ODIs), Nazir Junior, who was praised for his deft spin bowling, took 37 wickets for Pakistan.

One of the highlights of his career was becoming the first spinner to take seven wickets in the first innings of his debut Test match, a historic feat.

Apart from his playing career, Nazir Junior established himself as a notable umpire by presiding five Test matches and fifteen ODIs. His extensive understanding of the game and his efforts to develop fresh cricket potential earned him widespread appreciation.

A week before to his death, Nazir had been in serious condition and receiving treatment at a private hospital. For the cricket community in Pakistan, his passing is a huge loss.

Chairman’s message for the PCB

Empire and former national cricketer Nazir Jr. passed away, and Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, expressed his sorrow. Chairman Naqvi sent his deepest condolences and sympathies to the family who had lost a loved one.

He acknowledged Nazir Jr.’s contributions to cricket.

“May Allah Almighty rest the soul of the deceased and give patience to the bereaved family, Amen,” PCB chairman said.

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Irfan Siddiqui meets with the PM and informs him about the Senate performance of the parliamentary party.

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The head of the Senate’s Foreign Affairs Standing Committee and the PML-N’s parliamentary leader paid Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif a visit in Islamabad.

Senator Irfan Siddiqui gave the Prime Minister an update on the Parliamentary Party’s Senate performance.

Additionally, Senator Irfan Siddiqui gave the Prime Minister an update on the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs’ performance.

He complimented the Prime Minister on his outstanding efforts to bring Pakistan’s economy back on track and meet its economic objectives.

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SIFC Increases Direct Foreign Investment: Investment in the Energy Sector Rises by 120%

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The Special Investment Facilitation Council is intended to help Pakistan’s energy sector attract $585.6 million in direct foreign investment in 2024–2025. The amount invested at the same time previous year was $266.3 million.

This is a notable 120% rise, mostly due to investments in gas exploration, oil, and power. Such expansion indicates heightened investor confidence and emphasizes the development potential in important areas.

The State Bank reports that foreign investment in other vital industries has increased by 48% to $771 million.

This advancement is a blatant testament to SIFC’s efficient investment procedure and quick project execution.

The purpose of the Special Investment Facilitation Council is to establish Pakistan as an investment hub by aggressively promoting regional trade and investment in the energy sector and other critical industries.

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Speaking to a press conference, Marriyum Aurangzeb says the PML-N government has restored the trust of investors.

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According to Marriyum Aurangzeb, senior Punjab minister, the PML-N government has won back the trust of investors by making strides in a number of areas, including agriculture.

Marriyum Aurangzeb, speaking at a press conference in Lahore, emphasized the Punjab government’s initiatives to bring about major changes in the province, particularly in Lahore.

Marriyum Aurangzeb stated that in order to guarantee sustainable growth, the master plan for Lahore has been completed, and plans of a similar nature are being worked on for other districts.

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