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New Zealand defeated Sri Lanka by five wickets in the 41st match of the ICC World Cup 2023 at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, India, on Thursday. The Black Caps' crucial win has made Pakistan's path to the World Cup — which was already difficult — nearly impossible as they require a massive win over England in their last match in Kolkata on November 11. Here is how Pakistan can qualify for the World Cup semi-final: If Pakistan bat first against England, they would have to beat them by 287 runs. If Pakistan bowls first against England, they would have to chase down the target with 284 balls to spare, which means in just 2.4 overs. India, South Africa, and Australia have already booked their place in the mega event's semi-final and as of now, three teams — New Zealand, Afg...

New Zealand faces a crucial match against Sri Lanka in the ongoing Cricket Men's World Cup 2023, needing a win to secure a spot in the semi-finals. Despite a strong start with a 9-wicket victory over England, they risk elimination with 8 points from 8 games. Rain in Bangalore adds uncertainty to their chances. With Pakistan and Afghanistan closely trailing, the Kiwis aim to stay ahead in the points table. Sri Lanka, struggling with only 2 wins, seeks to salvage pride in a tournament where they are tied with the Netherlands at the lower end. A win against Sri Lanka would give New Zealand a two-point lead over Pakistan, influencing their strategy for the upcoming match against England. Afghanistan, although on eight points, lags in net run rate. In their 101 ODIs, New Zealand leads ...

31 runs ahead of the revised target, Pakistan have been declared winners in their nail biting contest against New Zealand. New Zealand and Pakistan are on eight points each. Australia and Afghanistan, both on eight points, are yet to play each other and one of them is bound to get to 10 points, unless their clash is abandoned. India and South Africa are sitting pretty with 14 and 12 points, respectively. High scores by Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson helped New Zealand register their highest-ever total in the ICC Cricket World Cup history. Ravindra scored his third century of the 2023 edition while Williamson fell five short of a ton on his comeback from injury as the Kiwis stood up a total of 401 against Pakistan in their eighth league match. Ravindra and Devon Conway o...

Kashmir's Mirwaiz Molvi Mohammed Umar Farooq was barred from offering Friday prayers, while two more clerics were placed under house detention. As per a report by News agency PTI, Srinagar's Jamia Masjid was also shut down by the authorities amid apprehensions of protests against the Israeli action in Gaza. Meanwhile, as per press releases prominent Shia clerics Moulana Aga Syed Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri and Moulana Abbas Ansari were placed under house arrest. "For the 3rd consecutive Friday President Anjuman e Sharie Shiayan Aga Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri has been detained by authorities at his residence & denied to perform his religious duties. This is purely happening to prevent pple for raising their voices agnst Israel’s apartheid in Gaza," Anjuman e Sharie Shiayan said in a sta...

Upon arriving in Kolkata for their crucial ODI World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh, the Pakistan cricket team decided to forego the hotel cuisine, instead opting for the city's renowned biryani via an online food delivery service. The team's recent string of losses in the tournament has put their semifinal hopes in jeopardy, necessitating a winning streak in their remaining matches. Although they had begun the competition on a strong note by defeating Netherlands and Sri Lanka, subsequent losses to India, Australia, Afghanistan, and South Africa led to this culinary exploration. The team's choice to sample Kolkata's biryani was met with excitement, and the order, which included biryani, kebabs, and chap, was placed through an online platform. Shadman Faize, the Director of ...

Jammu Kashmir is all set to host four National School Games in which 5000 sportspersons from 35 States and Union Territories are participating, Secretary, Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Sarmad Hafeez said on Monday. While talking to media persons in South Kashmir’s Kulgam district, Hafeez as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that two out of four National School Games including Volleyball and Football are being inaugurated by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha tomorrow. He added that there has been unprecedented growth in sports everywhere in Jammu Kashmir, adding that a total of 200 new playfields have come up in the region at different places. “It is not only the Youth Services & Sports, who have come up with the playfields, but it is the work of different g...

Zahid Hussain, hailing from Anantnag, achieved a remarkable feat on Sunday by securing the silver medal at the prestigious Asian Shooting Championship held in South Korea. The Jammu Kashmir Sports Council, previously known as Twitter, took to social media to celebrate his achievement, saying, "Let's give a round of applause and extend our congratulations to Zahid Hussain from Anantnag, who clinched the silver medal at the Asian Shooting Championship in South Korea." It's worth noting that the Asian Shooting Championships in 2023 hold immense significance, as they serve as a qualifying event for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. This event offers a total of 24 Olympic quotas, with the top two finishers from each country in the 12 Olympic shooting events securing spots for their nat...

Prominent Shia cleric Aga Syed Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri has been placed under house arrest for the second consecutive Friday, Anjuman Sharie Shiayan said. In a Facebook post, Anjuman Sharie Shiayan said, "President Anjuman e Sharie Shiayan Hujjat ul Islam Wal Muslimeen Aga Syed Mohammad Hadi al- Mosavi Al- Safvi has again been put under detention at his residence by the authorities in regard with Friday congregation today." They further claimed that it was done to prevent the voice of the people of Palestine resonating in the Kashmir valley. Aga Hadi Mohammed Kashmiri who is renowned among both Sunni and Shia Muslims was placed under house arrest the last Friday too to prevent him from leading a protest in support of Palestinian people. On Friday, sources close to Aga Hadi Mo...

Samiullah Dar, a fast bowler hailing from Kashmir, is currently with the England team as a net bowler in the ongoing World Cup, according to a report from Kashmir Sports Watch. Originally from Srinagar, Dar started training with the English team in Delhi and is now accompanying them to Mumbai. His next destination will be Bangalore, where the team is set to participate in their upcoming match. Samiullah also served as a net bowler for the Kolkata Knight Riders during the 2023 IPL season. Despite being a proficient right-arm fast bowler, he is still eagerly awaiting the opportunity to represent the state team of Jammu Kashmir.

The Housing and Urban Development Department (HuDD) has formally requested the government for information regarding the conclusion dates of Municipal Committees and Councils in Jammu & Kashmir. According to undisclosed sources from the Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the terms of these committees and councils vary due to the occurrence of by-elections in multiple locations. Notably, the last Municipal elections in Jammu & Kashmir were conducted in September 2018 across four phases. The region comprises two municipal corporations, 19 municipal councils, and 57 municipal committees. "The authorities have reached out to the government, seeking information regarding the initial meetings conducted after the election of representatives," they stated. According to legal provis...