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Pakistans PoK Elections Under Fire: Rights Watchdog Exposes Crackdown

Pakistan has conducted elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, but a new report by the countrys own human rights watchdog questions whether the vote reflected genuine public trust.The fact-finding mission cited political restrictions, economic grievances, governance failures, arrests, communication curbs and the use of unjustified force against protesters. It also reported that at least 147 Joint Awami Action Committee activists were placed on Pakistans anti-terror watchlist.India has called the so-called PoK elections a farce. Now, Pakistans own rights body says the deeper crisis is about coercion, institutional distrust and the suppression of dissent.Were these elections freeor simply a vote held under force? Shreya Chandra has moreWatch: https://youtu.be/3ZxYf7xOwQs?si=Xd_WDkGHrS91z91o

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 11:25 pm

Pakistan chaos: PCB seeks answers over Rizwan, Imam picks as Misbah quits committee

Pakistan Cricket Board seeks explanation from its selection committee. The board questioned the rationale behind including Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq. This action follows the team's poor performance in the ongoing England Test series. Several players and coaching staff have been released and replaced amid this overhaul. Misbah-ul-Haq is reportedly set to resign from the selection committee.

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 11:11 pm

Inside Modi's Balancing Act at the SCO: Xi, Putin, and a Pointed Message for Pakistan

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit offered a snapshot of the balancing act India has been performing for years, staying engaged with Moscow, Beijing and the Central Asian capitals, all without getting locked into anyone's camp.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 11:04 pm

Pigeon Found In Border Village With Ring Likely Bearing Pakistani Number

The police said they are verifying whether the bird was being used for cross-border messaging, a tactic suspected to have been used in the past.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 10:37 pm

Pakistan Cricket Board demands explanation after Test squad overhaul

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The News Mill 1 Sep 2026 10:33 pm

Pakistan Cropped Modi Out Of SCO Summit Photo, Put Sharif Centre-Stage | What Was Islamabad Hiding?

Pakistans Prime Ministers Office sparked a diplomatic backlash after posting a cropped SCO Summit photograph that left out Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Irans President and several other leaders while placing Shehbaz Sharif at the centre.Indias PMO posted the complete image, exposing the edit. Sharif later shared the full photograph, but another video posted by his office appeared to crop Modi out again.Was it an intentional snub, an embarrassing mistake or an attempt to control Pakistans global image? Shreya Chandra explains what the edited photo reveals about Islamabads diplomacy and its uneasy relationship with India.

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 10:26 pm

SCO Summit: Pakistan PM Sharif says water must never be weaponised

As chair of the SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure, Pakistan has worked actively to strengthen regional counter-terrorism cooperation, he said

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 9:56 pm

Pakistan Rights Body Echoes India, Calls PoK Polls Farce, Blasts Munir & Sharif Over Excessive Force

Pakistans own Human Rights Commission has questioned the credibility of elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Its fact-finding mission reported heavy security, communication restrictions, phased polling, postponed constituencies and a political boycott. It also raised concern over alleged lethal and disproportionate force against protesters, arrests of activists and journalists, and the placement of at least 147 Joint Awami Action Committee activists on Pakistans Fourth Schedule. The commission has called for an independent investigation and political dialogue. Pakistans government has offered a different account, accusing protesters of violence and disruption. The full casualty figures remain disputed because access and communications were restricted. Shreya Chandra examines why the findings damage Islamabads democratic narrative, why India sees the region as illegally occupied, and what the crackdown reveals about civilian and military power in Pakistan. Can polls held under restrictions deliver legitimacy? And why is dissent being treated as a security threat instead of a right?

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 9:49 pm

Pakistan's Search For New Coach On LinkedIn Takes Unusual Turn, Internet Reacts

The PCB formally opened the search for a new fielding coach who will take charge of the senior national team across formats.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 9:33 pm

Shahid Afridi Rains Fury On Pakistan Cricket's Most Shocking Decision As Things Go From Bad To Worse

Pakistan cricket is being bashed after a recent decision to change almost half of the squad mid-series following two losses against England

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 8:32 pm

'Terror Can't Be Strategic Asset': PM Modis BIG SCO Message As Pakistan, China Watch In Silence

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered Indias sharpest message on terrorism. He called for one voice, no double standards and action against the full terror ecosystem: financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens. Pakistans Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinas Xi Jinping were in the room. Modi did not name them. The message was still clear. Terrorism, he said, cannot become anyones strategic asset. He also called for conflicts to be settled through dialogue, not battlefields. This report decodes the diplomatic warning, the Pakistan angle, Chinas role and the limits of summit rhetoric. Can the SCO act against terror sponsors? Will Beijing stop shielding Pakistan-based groups at international forums? And can India turn a powerful speech into sustained global pressure? Watch the full analysis for the facts, the stakes and the message behind the words as India confronts a more dangerous regional security environment.

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 8:26 pm

Pakistan bat in their Asia Cup campaign opener on slow pitch

Thailand's captain Naruemol Chaiwai returns in must-win contest

Espn CricInfo 1 Sep 2026 8:18 pm

Live Score: Pakistan vs Thailand, Women's Asia Cup 2026

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 7:46 pm

Pakistan urged to declare femicide emergency amid surge in killings

The brutal killing of Pakistani media professional Hina Javed has caused uproar over violence against women. Pakistan urged to declare femicide emergency amid surge in killings

India Vision 1 Sep 2026 6:32 pm

Pakistan wins Indus waters battle at The Hague, but India threat remains

The Permanent Court of Arbitration says the treaty remains binding. But India has rejected the findings. Pakistan wins Indus waters battle at The Hague, but India threat remains

India Vision 1 Sep 2026 6:32 pm

Pakistan HC Orders No Solitary Confinement For Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi

Court Directs Jail To Allow Family Meetings, Calls And Regular Medical Care

Deccan Chronicle 1 Sep 2026 5:48 pm

Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi get relief as Pakistan HC bars solitary confinement

A Pakistan high court on Tuesday (September 1) directed jail authorities to ensure that former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi are not kept in solitary confinement. Islamabad High Court (IHC) Justice...

India TV 1 Sep 2026 5:18 pm

Pakistan PMO crops Modi out of SCO group photo

The official social media handle of the Pakistan Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on Tuesday shared a cropped photograph of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek.

NewsBytes 1 Sep 2026 5:15 pm

100-year-old Hindu temple demolished in Pakistans Punjab, minority groups demand probe

A more than 100-year-old Hindu temple in Pakistans Punjab province was demolished in Siraj village, Narowal, on August 21. While minority groups have alleged deliberate demolition and encroachment, the Evacuee Trust Property Board has maintained that the temple collapsed due to torrential rains. Calls have now grown for an investigation and restoration of the historic site.

The Economic Times 1 Sep 2026 4:55 pm

Misbah-ul-Haq resigns from Pakistan's selection committee ahead of third Tesr

The PCB is yet to accept Misbah-ul-Haq's resignation, and the former cricketer has also decided to step down from his role as a batting consultant at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore

Mid Day 1 Sep 2026 4:51 pm

Misbah-ul-Haq Resigns As Pakistan Selector After Sweeping Changes In Test Squad

Pakistan Cricket Board: Misbah-ul-Haq has offered his resignation as selector of Pakistan's men's selection committee after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made sweeping changes to the squad for the ongoing three-match Test series against England. Misbah was part of the four-member selection committee, which also includes Aaqib Javed, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Asad Shafiq and was formed in March earlier this year. However, according to a Cricinfo report, the former Pakistan captain has offered to resign from the selection panel. The PCB has yet to accept his resignation, although Misbah has also reportedly resigned from his role as batting consultant at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. This came a day after the PCB released seven players and head coach and bowling coach Sarfaraz Khan and Umar Gul from the Test squad, following their recent drubbing against England at Lord's. Pakistan have already conceded the series as England have an unassailable 2-0 lead following the 194-run win in the second game at Lord's. The PCB pushed the panic button and released Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Agha, Ali Usman, Aamer Jamal, Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad. They also decided to bring in five uncapped players - Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran Randhawa, and Razaullah - to bolster the struggling squad, along with the capped Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal. The shake-up extends beyond the playing squad, with red-ball head coach Sarfaraz and bowling coach Gul relieved of their duties following Pakistan's poor run of form, a stretch that also saw Shan Masood replaced by Babar Azam as Test captain. White-ball head coach Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke will take over backroom duties for the remainder of the tour. Additionally, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul have also been released and will be replaced by Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke in the backroom staff, added the PCB. The shake-up extends beyond the playing squad, with red-ball head coach Sarfaraz and bowling coach Gul relieved of their duties following Pakistan's poor run of form, a stretch that also saw Shan Masood replaced by Babar Azam as Test captain. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories In 2023, two years later, he was roped in as an advisor by the then-chief of the ad hoc management committee, Zaka Ashraf, and has been with the PCB since. He worked as a mentor for the men's Champions Cup in 2024-25 and was also the coach of Pakistan Gold, leading them to the 50-over National Champions Cup. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 1 Sep 2026 4:50 pm

Pakistan Selector And Ex-Captain Misbah-ul-Haq Resigns After Coach Sacked

Pakistan cricket selector and ex-captain Misbah-ul-Haq resigned following the shock sacking of red-ball head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed in the wake of successive Test defeats to England, sources told AFP Tuesday. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced Monday that Ahmed was being replaced by white-ball coach Mike Hesson, from New Zealand, for the last Test starting in Birmingham on September 9. The board also sent seven players home from the England tour and replaced bowling coach Umar Gul with Australian Ashley Noffke in a move that has drawn criticism in Pakistan. The shake-up follows Pakistan's embarrassing innings and 103-run defeat at Headingley and a 194-run drubbing at Lord's, giving England an unbeatable 2-0 lead. Seven players -- Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Ali Usman, Aamir Jamal, Muhammad Awais Zafar and Khurram Shahzad -- were sent home, with five of them replaced by uncapped players. Former Pakistan captain and selection committee member Misbah later resigned in protest at not being consulted over the changes, sources told AFP. Misbah sent his resignation to the PCB by email on Monday night and is yet to receive a reply, sources close to Misbah said. Several former coaches and players were left shocked over the unprecedented shake-up with a match still to play. What an absolutely ridiculous situation, ex-Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur told AFP from the United Kingdom. It makes me sad because I know what Pakistan could become with proper leadership, planning and structure. He added it was very disrespectful to have sacked Ahmed. Former selector and Pakistan spinner Tauseef Ahmed called the changes unprecedented and unjust, adding they had created a polluted atmosphere in Pakistan cricket. You don't treat your senior players like this, Tauseef told AFP. Former Pakistan captains Shahid Afridi and Shoaib Malik were also critical of the decision. It's not the way to treat your senior players, Afridi told AFP. Such major decisions during a series are disturbing. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The players dropped from the squad are still our national cricketers who have served Pakistan, said Malik, adding: Accountability starts once a tour is done, not in the middle of it.

CNMSports 1 Sep 2026 4:37 pm

Misbah-ul-Haq resigns from Pakistan men's national selection committee

Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has resigned from the men's national selection committee, Cricinfo reported.

NewsBytes 1 Sep 2026 4:36 pm

'Why Are They Even Playing Cricket?' Ex-Pakistan Star's Explosive Rant After England Series Loss

For Kaneria, however, the problem runs much deeper than the latest result. He believes Pakistan's cricket has lost its competitiveness, identity, and ability to consistently produce quality players.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 4:17 pm

Misbah-ul-Haq resigns as Pakistan selector after squad drama amid England Test tour

Misbah-ul-Haq has offered to resign from Pakistans national selection committee following the Pakistan Cricket Boards sweeping changes to the Test set-up during the ongoing England tour. However, PCB has not yet accepted Misbahs resignation. Meanwhile,...

India TV 1 Sep 2026 4:15 pm

Auto-Matic Trouble! Driverless Car Loses Control and Hits Police Van in Pakistan

A video of a driverless car crashing into a police van during a technology demonstration in Pakistan has gone viral on social media, with speculation about the safety and reliability of remotely operated vehicles. The accident is said to have happened

Oneindia 1 Sep 2026 4:15 pm

Pakistan changes 'most shocking ever' - Afridi

Pakistan's decision to make dramatic changes to their squad during the series in England is the most shocking decision ever, according to former captain Shahid Afridi.

BBC 1 Sep 2026 3:30 pm

Pakistan Cricket In Turmoil: Misbah Resigns From Selection Committee

Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has resigned from the men's national selection committee and as a batting consultant at the National Cricket Academy.

Rediff 1 Sep 2026 3:29 pm

100-Year-Old Hindu Temple Demolished In Pakistan; Land To Be Used For Madrassa, Govt Cites Heavy Rain

A new controversy has emerged in Pakistan after a century-old Hindu temple in Siraj village, Narowal in Punjab province has reduced to rubble on 21 August. The Hindu minority in Pakistan has accused that the temple has been deliberately demolished and

Oneindia 1 Sep 2026 3:24 pm

Intimidated by India? Pakistan PMO crops SCO group photo in desperate charade to exclude PM Modi

Pakistan's desperate charade to further a false narrative about its leadership was again exposed during the ongoing SCO Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, in a glaring faux pas by the Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's office.

India TV 1 Sep 2026 2:55 pm

The Orissan tells the story of Odisha through history, culture, and food

The 350-page coffee-table book explores Odishas temple kitchens, home recipes, tribal traditions and culinary heritage, tracing the history and culture behind its food

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 2:43 pm

Misbah-ul-Haq resigns as Pakistan selector after Test squad upheaval

Former Pakistan captain quits a day after the PCB removed seven players from the Test squad in England

Espn CricInfo 1 Sep 2026 2:42 pm

Pakistan Star Breaks 74-Year-Old Record, Achieves Historic Lord's Feat

Mohammad Abbas picked up his first five-wicket haul at Lord's to put his name at iconic honours board.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 2:08 pm

'Pakistan Need Someone Like Kirsten Or Wright': Kaneria Draws Comparisons With Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Cricket: Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria heaped praise on Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and highlighted that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) also needs to work on a similar path of building a team after their recent failures against England. Kaneria spoke on the ongoing decline of Pakistan cricket and highlighted how a suitable coach can help them come out of the slump. The former speedster highlighted how players in Sri Lanka are feeding off from the coaching setup as he hailed the performance of Sonal Dinusha in the epic draw against India in a recent Colombo Test. I have to praise Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha here. I think he has a fantastic career. In the coming times, his name will be written in the golden books. He completely neutralised the Indian bowling, Kaneria told IANS in an exclusive interaction. For India, Manav Suthar has a very good career; he has it in him to become a big bowler. But the way Sonal played, you can see the difference (between Sri Lanka and Pakistan), he added. Kaneria further emphasised that Sri Lanka's current coach Gary Kirsten is grooming the players and predicted that the Lankan side will be a very dangerous one in the next few months. Gary Kirsten is Sri Lanka's coach. This is the difference: he identified the player, played him and see what he did. Kirsten has good players, and he is grooming them. Within 7-8 months, the Sri Lankan team will be a very dangerous team. They have a good bunch of things. The best thing is they have a fantastic coach. He knows how to pick up the team, he said. He further highlighted that Pakistan also need someone like Kirsten or John Wright to build a team from scratch for the future with youngsters. Pakistan need somebody like Gary Kirsten or John Wright to form a new team from a new structure, he said. Taking note of Dinusha's epic fight in the Colombo Test and Pakistan's failures in England, Kaneria said Pakistan do not have a player like him. There is no player in Pakistan who plays like Sonal. No one comes close to him. No doubt, wickets were dead, but still. It is not easy to stand there for so long and draw a match for your country. It's a big thing. You are right, he said. Meanwhile, Kirsten was Pakistan's white-ball coach for six months in 2024 but exited from the role due to differences with the PCB. Kaneria was asked about Kirsten's unceremonious exit, as he stated that good coaches won't stay with Pakistan. Taking note of Dinusha's epic fight in the Colombo Test and Pakistan's failures in England, Kaneria said Pakistan do not have a player like him. There is no player in Pakistan who plays like Sonal. No one comes close to him. No doubt, wickets were dead, but still. It is not easy to stand there for so long and draw a match for your country. It's a big thing. You are right, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He will leave. Why will he stay? He will say, what is this? What I am planning, if it goes forward, it changes. If I am planning, the plan changes. What is my job? It is useless to waste time and lose respect, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 1 Sep 2026 2:02 pm

Harsha Bhogle's Trust Pakistan Post Over Mass Sackings In Team Sets Internet Ablaze

Pakistan Cricket Board dropped seven players and replaced the head and bowling coaches mid-Test series against England, leaving the cricket world baffled.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 1:42 pm

Wait for me!? Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif runs to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at SCO Summit in Bishkek: Watch viral video

A viral video from the SCO Summit in Bishkek shows Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif quickly approaching Russian President Vladimir Putin after the leaders' group photograph. The moment has sparked online attention, while PM Narendra Modi was also seen sharing warm interactions with Putin and a brief exchange with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The Economic Times 1 Sep 2026 1:11 pm

Pakistan Cricket Team Faces Historic Decline, Says Danish Kaneria

New Delhi, September 1: The Pakistan cricket team is once again in the spotlight due to its poor performance. Under the captaincy of Babar Azam, the team is currently in England for a three-match Test series. After losing the first two Tests, Pakistan finds itself trailing 2-0 in the series. Following this defeat, questions are ... Read more Pakistan Cricket Team Faces Historic Decline, Says Danish Kaneria

Morningstar 1 Sep 2026 12:55 pm

This is the reason they are in mess: Ex-Pakistan coach tears into PCB

Mickey Arthur, the former coach of the Pakistan cricket team, expresses his disappointment in the Pakistan Cricket Board's hasty decisions following a series of Test losses. After sending seven players packing and altering the coaching setup, Arthur argues that such frequent changes hinder team stabilization and undermine performance consistency. With the addition of debutants among the replacements, Pakistan now faces a challenging position at the World Test Championship.

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 12:22 pm

Pakistan's Answer To Tesla? It Crashed Into A Police Van On Live Stream

A video of a purported driverless car demonstration in Pakistan ended in an unexpected crash into a parked police van, sparking memes, jokes and widespread discussion on social media.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 11:40 am

Over 100-year-old Hindu temple razed in Pakistan's Narowal to make space for Madrasa

Over 100-year-old Hindu temple was demolished in Pakistan's Punjab province reportedly to include its land for setting up of a madrassa. As per locals, a group of religious zealots - members of a banned far-right...

India TV 1 Sep 2026 11:26 am

Pakistan was ruined: Ex-cricketer blames Babar-Afridi rift for teams downfall

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali alleges a captaincy dispute between Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi. This alleged rift significantly contributed to the national team's recent poor performances. Pakistan's leadership has seen frequent changes since the 2023 ODI World Cup. Following a disastrous tour of England, the PCB has initiated major changes within the team. Several players and coaches have been removed as the board reassesses its strategy.

The Times of India 1 Sep 2026 10:52 am

Babar, Shaheen 'Rift' Claims Emerge As Pakistan Cricket Hits Rock Bottom

Pakistan cricket remains in unending turmoil as captain Babar Azam and bowler Shaheen Afridi's reported rift is blamed for the team's prolonged slump and leadership instability.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 10:01 am

Over 100-Year-Old Hindu Temple Razed In Pakistan To Make Space For Madrassa: Report

A group of religious zealots -- members of a banned far-right Islamic party called Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) -- reportedly demolished the temple on August 21 to include its land in an adjacent seminary.

NDTV 1 Sep 2026 9:04 am

Pakistan cricket fall short on priorities

Pakistans overall cricket, but their batting particular, has been poor and thats putting in mildly.

Mid Day 1 Sep 2026 8:04 am

Shocking! Pakistan make seven changes amid Test struggles in England

In a major shake-up, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released seven players from its Test squad.

NewsBytes 31 Aug 2026 11:52 pm

Pigeon With Pakistani Number Ring Found In Hiranagar Border Village, Probe Underway

SRINAGAR : A pigeon bearing a ring inscribed with what appears to be a Pakistani mobile number was found in a border village in Hiranagar sector of Kathua district, prompting police to launch an inquiry. Quoting sources, news agency GNS reported that the pigeon was spotted by locals in Chhan Khatriyan village earlier this week. []

KashmirLife 31 Aug 2026 11:23 pm

Pakistan Sack Seven Players After Test Series Loss vs England, Replace Coaching Staff Members

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has executed a major mid-tour overhaul by releasing seven players and replacing coaching staff members following their heavy 194-run defeat to England in the second Test at Lord's on Sunday

NDTV 31 Aug 2026 10:29 pm

Under-fire Pakistan Release Seven Players, Change Coaches Following Lords Debacle

The Pakistan Cricket Board: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has executed a major mid-tour overhaul by releasing seven players and replacing coaching staff members following their heavy 194-run defeat to England in the second Test at Lord's on Sunday. London, Aug 31 (IANS) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has executed a major mid-tour overhaul by releasing seven players and replacing coaching staff members following their heavy 194-run defeat to England in the second Test at Lord's on Sunday. The sweeping changes come with Pakistan trailing 0-2 in the three-match series, having now lost five of their last six Test matches. In a statement issued on Monday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said it has released former white-ball captain Salman Ali Agha, wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan, and opening batter Imam-ul-Haq, alongside Ali Usman, Aamir Jamal, Muhammad Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad. The Pakistan Cricket Board has today announced that seven players have been released from the Test squad following completion of the Lords Test. A total of seven replacements have been named including five uncapped players at Test level and two capped players, said the PCB in its statement on Monday. The incoming replacements include previously capped Test batters Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal, alongside left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder Arafat Minhas. Uncapped players Mohammad Imran Jnr, Saad Baig, Mohammad Imran, and Razaullah will also join the squad ahead of the third Test at Edgbaston in Birmingham, which begins on September 9. Among the players announced as replacements, batters Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal have played eight and two Tests, respectively, while left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder Arafat Minhas has represented Pakistan in three ODIs and four T20Is, the board said. The four other players are left-arm fast bowler Mohammad Imran Jnr, wicketkeeper-batter and player of the tournament of Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 Saad Baig, right-arm pace bowling all-rounders Mohammad Imran (also known as Imran Randhawa) and Razaullah, the PCB added. The shakeup extends beyond the playing squad, with red-ball head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul being relieved of their duties following Pakistan's poor run of form, a stretch that also saw Shan Masood being replaced by Babar Azam as Test captain. White-ball head coach Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke will take over backroom duties for the remainder of the tour. Additionally, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul have also been released and will be replaced by Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke in the backroom staff, added the PCB. The criticism for Pakistan has also been fueled by key player performances and off-field controversies during the match. Left-handed batter Imam drew sharp criticism after failing to bat in either innings due to a calf injury reported on day one. His appearance on the outfield for warm-ups on the fourth morning drew severe public scrutiny, with former England fast bowler Stuart Broad labeling the display all for show on television commentary. The criticism for Pakistan has also been fueled by key player performances and off-field controversies during the match. Left-handed batter Imam drew sharp criticism after failing to bat in either innings due to a calf injury reported on day one. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Updated Pakistan Test squad for Birmingham Test: Babar Azam (captain), Abdullah Fazal, Arafat Minhas, Azan Awais, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali, Muhammad Imran, Mohammad Imran Jnr, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wicket-keeper), Razaullah, Saad Baig (wicket-keeper), Saim Ayub, Sajid Khan, Saud Shakeel, Shan Masood and Ubaid Shah Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 31 Aug 2026 10:02 pm

Pakistan drop seven players and release head coach

Pakistan respond to their series defeat by England by taking the extraordinary step of dropping seven players, calling up five uncapped players and releasing their head coach.

BBC 31 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Pakistan to send Rizwan, Imam back home from England tour

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has launched a formal inquiry into opening batter Imam-ul-Haq's left calf muscle injury, which prevented him from batting in the second Test against England, amid suspicions he may have faked the injury.

Rediff 31 Aug 2026 8:54 pm

Mohammed Abbas acknowledges Pakistan

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The News Mill 31 Aug 2026 4:52 pm

Fewest balls played by Pakistan versus England in a Test

England defeated Pakistan by a massive 194 runs in the second Test at Lord's, securing their first home Test series victory in two years.

NewsBytes 31 Aug 2026 3:21 pm

Amritsar to Host Military Literature Festival, Spotlight on Security and India

Amritsars long association with Indias military and strategic history will come into focus as The post Amritsar to Host Military Literature Festival, Spotlight on Security and Indias Martial History appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 31 Aug 2026 6:00 am

Bhangra Goes Global: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage

In recent decades, Bhangra, a traditional folk dance from Punjab, has gained global recognition The post Bhangra Goes Global: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 30 Aug 2026 6:02 am

Baba Bakala: The Historic Town Where the Ninth Guru Was Revealed

Every year, the historic town of Baba Bakala in Amritsar district comes alive during The post Baba Bakala: The Historic Town Where the Ninth Guru Was Revealed appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 30 Aug 2026 6:01 am

Beyond Punjab: Retracing Guru Nanak

Amardeep Singhs ambitious Oneness in Diversity project seeks to preserve the many spiritual voices The post Beyond Punjab: Retracing Guru Nanaks Universal Legacy Through Word, Music and Memory appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 30 Aug 2026 6:00 am

Emily Wilson to retranslate The Odyssey book

Regarded as the first major English-language translation of Homers epic by a woman, her book was already a bestseller and a culture-wars flashpoint before the release of Christopher Nolans blockbuster adaptation

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 3:19 pm

Google rolls out Gemini AI feature to help readers analyse their e-books

Expert Intelligence allows users to add select e-books from Google Play Books directly to a Gemini Notebook

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 2:37 pm

Watch: Meena Kandasamy on decoding the Indian incel

The ninth edition of The Hindus Lit for Life Unplugged event at Amethysts Wild Garden Bar on Friday. The conversation was centred around Meena Kandasamys latest book Fieldwork as a Sex Object (Harper Collins), that released in June this year in India.

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 12:57 pm

Review | Register me as Kulbhushan by Alka Saraogi is about one mans determination to be seen

The novel explores how borders, memory and bureaucracy shape identity

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 9:40 am

Penguin Random House India backs out of publishing Sonia Gandhis memoir: report

Now, several other publishers in India are in the race to publish and distribute the book

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 12:50 pm

Work Begins on Chandigarh

Chandigarh is set to add a major new green destination to its urban landscape, The post Work Begins on Chandigarhs Rs 13.32-Crore City Forest Project appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 28 Aug 2026 6:00 am

Yayoi Kusama Cause Of Death: Who Was Japan

mashable 27 Aug 2026 3:58 pm

The legacy of Dolly Partons Imagination Library

Helping every child to read was at the heart of her philosophy of human connection

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 2:48 pm