2nd Semi-final: Pakistan ready to face Indian challenge
March 30, 2011 by Trend PK
Filed under Breaking News, Sports
Greenshirts are ready to face Indian challenge on Wednesday (today) at Mohali in the Pakistan vs India 2nd semi-final of ICC World Cup 2011. The match is scheduled to begin at 14:30 Local time. This match is regarded as the biggest match of cricket history and the excitement reaches to peak in both nations across the border and people are waiting for the match
In order to crush the strong batting line guest side will depend on the pacer Umar Gul and spin attack. In batting Afridi-XI will consist of senior batsmen Younis Khan and Misbah-ul-Haq while the young batsmen are also ready to contribute their role. Doubts again rose about the participation of fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar in the big match and it is not decided yet that he will play or not? In this regard, team leader of Pakistan, Shahid Afridi said that the participation of Shoaib will be decided after looking the pitch. Kamran Akmal and Muhammad Hafeez will open the Pakistani innings. Asad Shafiq will likely to play on one-down.
According to Afridi there will be pressure on India, not on Pakistan. He said that we are playing the game very confidently and our purpose is to give happiness to the Pakistani nation by winning the trophy. He said that team is very balanced and united. Afirid further said that due to collective efforts of all players we reach into the semi-finals. He was addressing to a post-match press conference with his Indian counterpart.
Pakistan vs India 2nd Semi-Final
On the other hand aggressive batsman Yousaf Pathan is likely to replace Ashwin. Come back of Ashish Nehra is also expected. The captain of blue shirts MS Dhoni is very confident too, he said that as a batsman I am not worried about my form, when you take an important responsibility, there is pressure on yourself. He said that we are concentrating on good cricket but the reality is this that only one team will play the final.
Stay with us for the live updates for Pakistan vs India 2nd semi-final.
ICC Got Angry On Participation of Amir in Practice Match
ICC got angry on the participating of Muhammad Amir, Suspended Pakistani player in spot-fixing scandal. The left-arm pacer played a practice match representing a local club in Rawalpindi cricket stadium. 
Pakistan Cricket Board have took the notice and asked for the details of officials of Rawalpindi Regional Academy. The coach of the academy Azhar Sabeeh accepted that Muhammad Amir bowled in the match. The spokesman of PCB Nadeem Sarwar said that although the suspended player didn’t participated in event held by PCB but board will investigate that who gives the permission to participate fast bowler in the ground, which is under control of board.
The spokesman of PCB said that we are receiving applications from different associations to include the trio suspended players in their teams but PCB respect the injunctions of ICC anti-corruption unit. It is to be remembered that after the declaring sustentation of Muhammad Amir, Muhammad Asif and Salman Butt from ICC, PCB have also cancelled the central contracts of mentioned players. All three players were suspended after coming spot-fixing scandal on the record in England last year.
It is not cleared yet that the match played yesterday between Army and Rawalpindi was held by PCB or it is a private or friendly match. But according to academy coach Azhar Sabeeh he was not in the ground but when he came then came into knowledge that Muhammad Amir have bowled some overs from Army. He said that Regional didn’t arrange this match it is a private and friendly match. PCB decided the inquiry of the matter.
It is to be remembered that few months ago suspended Salman butt also practiced in the National Academy Lahore. After that PCB took series notice and giving the reference of ICC injunctions, said that all three suspended players cannot participate in any cricket activity. The fate of suspended players will be decided on 5 February. On the participation of Amir in practice match angry ICC said that until the verdict is announced, players are not allowed playing any sort of cricket.
Israel unwilling for establishing peace in region, says Asad
Members of the Elders’ Group delegation on Tuesday demanded that Israel should lift its unjust siege on Gaza Strip, stressing the necessity of achieving the Palestinian reconciliation and engaging all the Palestinian factions in peace efforts.
The remarks came during President Al-Asad’s meeting with the Group of Elders delegation headed by Former Irish President Mary Robinson with the participation of Former US President Jimmy Carter, Former UN Assistant Secretary General Al-Akhdar Al-Ibrahimi and Indian activist Ila Bat.
President Al-Asad also warned against the serious impacts of the racist, so-called Citizenship Law.The President explained Syria’s vision to solve the problems of the region, and was briefed by the delegation on their visit to Gaza Strip and tour of the region where they witnessed the tragic situation of the Palestinian People due to the inhuman Israeli siege imposed on them.
In a press conference, following her meeting with President Bashar Al-Asad held at the Four Seasons Hotel, former Irish President Mary Robinson described the meeting as very fruitful, pointing out that the main goal of the delegation’s visit is to help in achieving just and comprehensive peace in the region.
She made it clear that focus should be placed not only on the peace process itself but on the results as well so that the people feel and experience them, describing what they saw in Gaza as A Shock.
Shiv Sena demands expulsion of Pakistani artists from Big Boss 4
October 8, 2010 by Trend PK
Filed under Entertainment
Indian extremist group Shiv Sena has vehemently opposed the participation of Pakistani artists, Vina Malik and Ali Saleem, in the fourth season of popular reality show Bigg Boss, and threatened to stall its run.
The much-awaited show kicked off with Bollywood superstar and host Salman Khan unveiling all the 14 contestants, including Veena Malik and Begum Nawazish Ali, a cross dresser who hosts a famous chat show on a Pakistani channel.
Sena spokesperson Sanjay Raut said the party won’t allow the show to run with the Pakistani participants. Sanjay said, “Great singers like Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle were never allowed in Pakistan then why do we need Pakistani people on the show.”
“If Pakistanis are participating in the show, then allow Ajmal Kasab and Afzal Guru also (as contestants)… Sena will not permit to run the show,” he said.
Shiv Sena, MNS threaten Bigg Boss over Pakistani presence
October 4, 2010 by Trend PK
Filed under Entertainment, World News
MUMBAI: The new Indian reality show ‘Bigg Boss’ TV series has run into trouble with Shiv Sena and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) even as it has barely begun, with both parties warning against the participation of two Pakistanis in the show.
The parties have demanded that the Pakistanis be ‘evicted’ from Bigg Boss’ house immediately.
The show, hosted by Salman Khan in its fourth season, aired its introductory episode Sunday on Colors TV channel. The two Pakistanis include model Veena Malik and TV actor Ali Saleem, whose TV persona Begum Nawazish Ali is very popoular both in Pakistan and India.
Shiv Sena Chitrapat wing chief Sangram Shirke said the party has sent a letter to the management of Colors TV channel, expressing its displeasure over the issue.
“We request them to immediately remove Pakistanis from the show. Is there a dearth of celebrities
Half of CWG volunteers disappear with kit
The spirit of the Games doesn’t seem to be prevailing. Seen to be an essential ingredient of the Games, volunteers have gone missing. An estimated 10,000 volunteers have dropped out after enrolling for the mega sports show. The volunteers have displayed less than expected zest for the Games due to what is seen as a combination of reasons ranging from random allocation of responsibilities, relatively unglamorous assignments and poor training and motivation. A part of the problem also seems to have been the terms offered to volunteers. Instead of payments, the experience of participating in the Games with a certificate at the end of the event are the main rewards. However, there is also a smart set of clothes – the kit costs Rs 12,000 – besides meals while at work. While these terms are the norm at most such events, the thrill and experience of the job and an opportunity to watch top athletes being the big hook, the attrition rate of volunteers has been rather high. Beset with controversies, the Games have perhaps not proved too attractive for many who signed up. Sources said the missing volunteers have gone away with their uniforms that might have been what they found to be of interest. Perhaps, they should have been paid a daily allowance at least. Some of the work is quite tough and requires good communication skills, said an official who confirmed mass desertions. The situation has led to private parties having to step up their participation. We are doing all that has been asked of us, said Abhijit Sarkar, spokesperson of Sahara group. Many of the volunteers at the airport and Village are from the group. It is being hoped that the volunteers will return as those who did turn up at the Village have made a good impression on athletes who have moved in. It is also possible that the volunteers could not be immune from the overall ineptness that has marked the functioning of the OC. There is concern over how the logistics of the events will be affected by the lack of volunteers though some feel there is enough human resource. The volunteers were part of the effort to make the Games a participatory event and with nearly half of the total 22,000 going AWOL, it is quite a hole to fill. Complaints of missing volunteers have been pouring in at the airport and important centres, even though an official associated with the volunteer programme claimed that all of them turned up at the Village. Volunteers have been given two pairs of vibrant uniforms, free Metro passes from home to venues and packaged food. These volunteers have been trained by Amity University. It is also being wondered how the catering contracts will be honoured as the caterers would be making a certain number of food packets every day.
Half of CWG volunteers disappear with kit
The spirit of the Games doesn’t seem to be prevailing. Seen to be an essential ingredient of the Games, volunteers have gone missing. An estimated 10,000 volunteers have dropped out after enrolling for the mega sports show. The volunteers have displayed less than expected zest for the Games due to what is seen as a combination of reasons ranging from random allocation of responsibilities, relatively unglamorous assignments and poor training and motivation. A part of the problem also seems to have been the terms offered to volunteers. Instead of payments, the experience of participating in the Games with a certificate at the end of the event are the main rewards. However, there is also a smart set of clothes – the kit costs Rs 12,000 – besides meals while at work. While these terms are the norm at most such events, the thrill and experience of the job and an opportunity to watch top athletes being the big hook, the attrition rate of volunteers has been rather high. Beset with controversies, the Games have perhaps not proved too attractive for many who signed up. Sources said the missing volunteers have gone away with their uniforms that might have been what they found to be of interest. Perhaps, they should have been paid a daily allowance at least. Some of the work is quite tough and requires good communication skills, said an official who confirmed mass desertions. The situation has led to private parties having to step up their participation. We are doing all that has been asked of us, said Abhijit Sarkar, spokesperson of Sahara group. Many of the volunteers at the airport and Village are from the group. It is being hoped that the volunteers will return as those who did turn up at the Village have made a good impression on athletes who have moved in. It is also possible that the volunteers could not be immune from the overall ineptness that has marked the functioning of the OC. There is concern over how the logistics of the events will be affected by the lack of volunteers though some feel there is enough human resource. The volunteers were part of the effort to make the Games a participatory event and with nearly half of the total 22,000 going AWOL, it is quite a hole to fill. Complaints of missing volunteers have been pouring in at the airport and important centres, even though an official associated with the volunteer programme claimed that all of them turned up at the Village. Volunteers have been given two pairs of vibrant uniforms, free Metro passes from home to venues and packaged food. These volunteers have been trained by Amity University. It is also being wondered how the catering contracts will be honoured as the caterers would be making a certain number of food packets every day.
Govt. will complete its term: Zardari
September 28, 2010 by Trend PK
Filed under World News
Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, rejecting the impression that the government’s days were numbered, has assured on Tuesday that the democratic government will complete its five year term and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will fulfill it promises made in 1998.
A Parliamentary session, jointly chaired by President Zardari and Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani was held in President’s House.
The re-establishment of PPP and the participation in relief and rehabilitation of flood victims was decided in the meeting.
While addressing to the meeting, President Zardari said that party member should focus to resolve people’s issues in the recent situation.
“Rehabilitation of flood victims is the biggest challenge of this time for the government,” he added.
The political situation of the country was also reviewed in the
porch monkey
May 16, 2010 by Trend PK
Filed under World News
James David Manning, PhD starts a new segment called the Porch Monkey Report. Recorded on Thursday, 11 March 2010.
baccalaureate
May 16, 2010 by Trend PK
Filed under World News
Holly Springs Baccalaureate service held June 6
The Holly Springs Baccalaureate service for the class of 2010 will take place on Sunday, June 6 at 4pm. at Hope Community Church, 821 Buck Jones Road, in Raleigh. the Baccalaureate is an inspirational, interdenominational service. it is being hosted independently by parents to honor the achievements of Holly Spring graduating seniors. it will be a celebration of God’s faithfulness to them in their past high school journey and a time of motivation for them toward even greater achievements in their future endeavors. Participation is strictly voluntary. Families and guests of seniors are graciously invited. the service will be comprised of a cap and gown procession, music, various student performances, a motivational speaker and a time of prayer and reflection. a reception with light refreshments will follow in the cafe at the church. Seniors are asked to arrive by 3:30 to form the cap and gown procession. when submitting your RSVP to hshsbaccalaureate@gmail.com , please include your senior student in the total # that will be attending. we are gratefully accepting donations by check made payable to to HSHS Baccalaureate to help defray expenses. Please mail your check to: HSHS Baccalaureate 202 Premier Dr. Holly Springs, NC 27540. your participation is welcome in this uniquely spiritual graduation service.
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