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Govt to present budget 2024-25 on June 10: sources

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The Pakistan government will present the budget for the financial year 2024/25 on June 10, delayed from the original date of June 7 due to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to Beijing from June 4 to June 8. Inflation may increase as the IMF has requested Pakistan to reduce sales tax exemptions.
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Matthew Hayden predicts his semi-finalists for ICC T20 World Cup 2024

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Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden predicts the semi-finalists for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 as India, England, Australia, and South Africa. He also expresses confidence in Pakistan's performance due to their strong bowling lineup but notes their potential weakness in fielding. The tournament begins on June 1 and is co-hosted by the United States and the West Indies.
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Shahid Afridi named ICC T20 World Cup 2024 ambassador

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Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi has been appointed as the ambassador for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, to be held in the West Indies and the USA. Afridi expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, recalling his past successes and the evolution of the T20 World Cup. The event commences on June 1, featuring an expanded format with more teams and matches. Pakistan's schedule includes matches against the USA, India, Canada, and Ireland. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, and the United States, with other groups featuring teams from around the globe.
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Pakistan’s likely squad for T20 World Cup 2024

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finalized a 15-member squad, led by skipper Babar Azam, for the T20 World Cup 2024. The squad includes five fast bowlers, four all-rounders, three wicket-keepers, two batsmen, and a spinner. Pacer Haris Rauf has been included, with Hasan Ali, Salman Ali Agha, and Irfan Khan as reserves. The official squad announcement will follow the T20I series against England on May 22. Pakistan is in Group A alongside India, Ireland, Canada, and the USA.
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Budget 2024: Power tariff likely to reduce for industrial sector

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The 2024 budget may see a reduction in power tariffs for the industrial sector, providing relief to industries amid considerations for tariff rationalization and proposals to reduce costs for export-oriented industries. This move is expected to amount to around Rs 100 billion in benefits for the export sector. The budget is expected to be presented on June 7, with an estimated total expenditure of Rs 16,700 billion.
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Hajj 2024: 2160 Pakistani pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia for spiritual journey

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2,160 Pakistani pilgrims arrived at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madina for the Hajj. They were welcomed by officials and will spend time in Madinah before moving to Makkah to perform Hajj rites. The pre-Hajj flight operation will continue until May 23. This marks the start of the Hajj season.
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Hajj 2024: Pakistani pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia via three flights

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Pakistani pilgrims for Hajj 2024 arrived in Saudi Arabia via three flights, carrying a total of 530 passengers. The flight operation will continue till June 10, 2024, facilitating around 34,000 pilgrims through 170 flights. Hajj, a sacred Islamic pilgrimage, occurs annually during the twelfth month of the Islamic Calendar.
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Hajj 2024: Saudi delegation set to arrive in Pakistan

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A Saudi delegation from the Ministry of Interior and Immigration will visit Karachi and Islamabad airports on dedicated flights to assess the arrangements for the Road to Makkah project. This project aims to streamline the immigration process for Hajj pilgrims, ensuring a seamless journey to Saudi Arabia. Karachi Airport has been enlisted in the project.
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Pakistan’s monthly inflation drops to 20.68% in March 2024

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Pakistan's monthly inflation fell to 20.68% in March 2024, a decline from February's 23.06%. The figure is the lowest since May 2022, signaling a potential reduction in the key interest rate. The finance ministry projects further easing in April 2024, despite factors such as petrol price revisions and increased consumer demand during Ramadan.
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Czech Republic Krystyna Pyszková crowned Miss World 2024 in Mumbai

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Czech Republic's Krystyna Pyszková won Miss World 2024 in Mumbai, India. She pursued education and philanthropy, focusing on removing the stigma around menstruation and promoting quality education in Tanzania. Pyszková, the second Miss World from the Czech Republic, aims to be a strong advocate for important causes during her reign.