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IMF, Pakistan to resume talks on unlocking bailout funds, official says

Talks between the International Monetary Fund and Pakistan will resume virtually on Monday, a Pakistani official said, as the two sides look to reach a deal to unlock funding critical to keep the cash-strapped south Asian country afloat.

Reuters

Women's T20 World Cup: Jemimah and Richa star in win over Pakistan

A high-scoring match, maximum pressure and a form that has been wavering for a while. But none of it affected Jemimah Rodrigues. She heard no noise, spoke to herself and showcased nerves of steel as she helped India thump Pakistan by seven wickets in their Women's T20 World Cup opener…

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup: Virat Kohli the inspiration behind India's win vs Pakistan

NEW DELHI: India kicked off their ICC Women's T2o World Cup campaign in style by beating arch-rivals Pakistan by 7 wickets in Cape Town. The win was India's 11th in 14 T20 meetings with their regional rivals. India batter Jemimah Rodrigues revealed that India's victory was inspired by "extraordinary" superstar…

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Women's T20 World Cup: Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh power India to 7-wicket win over arch-rivals Pakistan in campaign opener

NEW DELHI: Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh's incredible 58-run partnership for the fourth wicket coupled with sloppy fielding from the Pakistani women helped India cruise to a seven-wicket win over the arch-rivals in their Group B campaign opener of the Women's T20 World Cup in Cape Town on Sunday.

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup: Bismah Maroof, Ayesha Naseem guide Pakistan to 149/4 against India

NEW DELHI: Skipper Bismah Maroof led from the front as she came up with an unbeaten knock of 68 to help Pakistan post a fighting 149 for four in their opening Group B match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in Cape Town on Sunday.

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup: Harleen replaces injured Mandhana as Pakistan elect to bat against India

NEW DELHI: Pakistan skipper Bismah Maroof won the toss and opted to bat against India in their opening ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group B match in Cape Town on Sunday.

The Times of India

The story of Shazia Ramzan, Malala’s schoolfriend, shows why education must be a right for all children

There are 222 million crisis-affected children worldwide who need our support, says Gordon Brown, chairman of the UN’s Education Cannot Wait fund

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‘Nothing prepares you for the moment’: Osman Yousefzada on the death of his mother

After a long struggle, Osman Yousefzada’s beloved mother died. A year after her death, the artist and writer looks back on her zest for life, the comfort of community rituals – and why he can’t bring himself to cancel her phone contract

The Guardian - UK

Mob storms Pakistan police station and lynches man accused of blasphemy

Killing is latest in string of mob attacks against people accused of blasphemy in Muslim-majority country

The Guardian - UK

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: India begin campaign against Pakistan, hope to tick right boxes

Drawing inspiration from past masters, mentors or heroes is nothing new. But an outfit Harmanpreet Kaur and her team should seek motivation from is the India women's U-19 team, who are the freshly crowned world T20 champions.

The Times of India

Injured Smriti Mandhana not to play against Pakistan: Hrishikesh Kanitkar

NEW DELHI: India opener Smriti Mandhana in all likeliness will miss team's opening fixture at Women's T20 World Cup against arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday.

The Times of India

Mob storms Pakistani police station, lynches man accused of blasphemy

A mob in eastern Pakistan stormed a police station on Saturday and lynched a man under custody and accused of blasphemy, police said, in the latest incident of religion-linked violence in the Islamic republic.

Reuters

Smriti Mandhana drops big hint she could play T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan

CAPE TOWN: India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana would not like to miss the mouth-watering clash against Pakistan in the Women's T20 World Cup opener on Sunday, and she dropped a big hint about her intentions on the eve of the match by posting her images on social media in full cricketing…

The Times of India

India Women eye elusive ICC title, take on Pakistan in T20 World Cup campaign opener

NEW DELHI: Searching an overdue ICC title, the Indian women's cricket team will look to hit the straps when they take on Pakistan in their campaign opener of the Women's T20 World Cup in Cape Town on Sunday.

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The future of Australian women's cricket looks bright as Meg Lanning leads top young talent

Change is as good as a holiday, right? It seems so for the Australian women's cricket team. With a ton of movement last year, new top talent is showing the future is in safe hands.

The Times of India

Pakistan fails to reach deal with IMF: What it means for economy

NEW DELHI: Cash-strapped Pakistan's woes deepened further after it failed to reach a consensus with International Monetary Fund (IMF) for $1.1 billion funding.

The Times of India

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Pakistan says it agrees to IMF terms on release of $1.1bn payout

As IMF team leaves after 10 days of talks, finance minister Ishaq Dar says ‘routine procedures’ have delayed payment.

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Reuters

Crucial $1.1 billion IMF deal eludes Pakistan for now; talks continue

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund are to resume talks online next week they said on Friday, after ten days of face-to-face discussions in Islamabad on how to keep the country afloat ended without a deal.

Foreign Policy

Have China and Pakistan Hit a Roadblock?

Beijing-funded infrastructure projects have slowed, but their longtime partnership remains inevitable.

Reuters

Pakistani PM approves IMF agreement, says Geo citing sources

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has approved a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and all mattters over the bailout program are settled, local broadcaster Geo said on Thursday, citing sources.

The Guardian - UK

Protests and fury at Pakistan’s ‘rape epidemic’ after woman attacked in city park

Assault in Islamabad’s largest open space raises questions about culture of impunity around sexual violence against women, say activists

Reuters

Pakistan Finance Minister says expect IMF matters to be settled today - Dawn news

Pakistan's finance minister was quoted on Thursday as saying he expects talks with a visiting International Monetary Fund mission to be settled today.

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup: Full list of fixtures

The women's T20 World Cup begins in South Africa on February 10, with the final to be played on February 26. India will open their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on February 12.

Reuters

Pakistani minister says fuel supplies adequate, warns against hoarding

Pakistan's government said on Wednesday it was not planning to hike fuel prices and warned oil companies against stockpiling petrol after some consumers complained they had been unable to purchase fuel at pumps.

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