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Sarfraz proud of Imam and Babar as Pakistan survive Ireland scare

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed praised the character of young batsmen Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam after they ensured his decision to enforce the follow-on in Ireland’s inaugural Test did not backfire.Only three times in the 141-year history of Test cricket have a side won after following-on but when Pakistan were 14 for three, chasing a modest 160 to win on Tuesday’s final day of this stand-alone match, it seemed Ireland might mark their entry into the format with a stunning success.But 22-year-old left-handed opener Imam, himself making a Test debut, responded to the pressure of the situation with a composed 74 not out -- his third fifty of the tour following half-centuries in warm-up matches against Kent and Northamptonshire.Together with the 23-year-old Babar, who made 59 after being dropped on nine shortly after lunch, he shared a stand of 126 that took Pakistan to the brink of an eventual five-wicket win over a competitive Ireland side.The way Imam in particular coped under grey skies against some lively pace bowling was an especially heartening sign for Pakistan ahead of their upcoming two-Test series in England, where conditions are likely to be similar to those they encountered at Dublin’s Malahide. It also meant Pakistan had not failed in a run chase again.Their previous Test, against Sri Lanka in the UAE in October, saw them beaten after a target of 136 proved beyond them as left-arm spinner Rangana Herath took six wickets for 43 runs."Definitely we were worried when we were down 14 for three," Sarfraz told reporters."But it’s really good that these two young players in our team, Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam, the way they played, they showed their character, they showed their confidence."I think the way they played gives great confidence to the team and will help them in the next matches as well," the wicket-keeper added.Pakistan were reeling after losing three wickets inside five overs and their skipper feared another morale-sapping loss was at hand."You know previously it’s not happened like this," admitted Sarfraz."In the last Test match when we were chasing 136 and we were all out for about 120."Yeah we were thinking when we called for the follow-on if we were batting in the fourth innings it would be very difficult," he added.Pakistan, understandably enough, have been struggling to replace the likes of retired veteran batsmen Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan.But Imam, whose selection for the tour led to allegations of nepotism given he is the nephew of Pakistan selection chief and former Test batsman Inzamam-ul-Haq, didn’t just hold his nerve but counter-attacked with a maturity belying his lack of experience."And with Faheem Ashraf, Pakistan’s other debutant, making 83 in the first innings to take the tourists to beyond 300, Sarfraz was in buoyant mood."We are very confident. We are a very young side, we had two debutant players, but we were very confident whatever the target will come, we will chase it down."At 14 for three there was a little bit of concern but the way Imam and Babar Azam were as a collective, it was very important the way these two young players are batting."I think it’s very good for Pakistan as a team to chase this on the fifth day."

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Major power breakdown in Punjab, KP after fault in Tarbela Power Plant

LAHORE: Several cities in Punjab and Khyber Paktunkhwa are facing power outages after a fault occurred in Tarbela Power Plant, Geo News reported on Tuesday.Power Division Secretary and other officials are said to have visited the National Power Control Centre to review the situation.The National Power Construction Corporation authorities say efforts were underway to restore the power supply.A spokesman for the Atomic Energy Commission, the tripping that started from the Tarbela Power Plant has a domino effect, causing the nuclear power plants in Chashma, Malian District to trip.Electricity supply in Swat, Laki Marwat, Multan, Bahwalpur, Chakwal and other cities have remained suspended since morning.Power Division spokesman said while situation remains normal in Karachi, Balochistan and south Punjab, the power plants affected due to the fault would soon be restored.Sources in the Water and Power Ministry said power demand in the country stands at 20,000 megawatts.

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Test run of Orange Line Metro Train announced

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday announced the test run of multi-billion rupee project Orange Line Metro Train. The chief minister made the announcement in a statement on Twitter. Mr Shehbaz said that the test run of the train would be a milestone towards the completion of the project. “It marks the start of a new era of the public transport system in Pakistan and will ease mobility of our students, women, labourers, businessmen etc,” he said.

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Ramazan discount announced for train travelers

LAHORE: Pakistan Railways (PR) ON Tuesday announced 20 per cent discount to passengers on advance booking of all classes in all trains as a special Ramazan offer.A spokesperson for Railways said that the offer would start from the first of Ramazan and last till 20th of Ramazan.He said that a similar discount would also be offered during Eid-ul Fitr holidays.

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FATA?s merger into KPK: Govt to table 30th Constitutional Amendment

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to table the 30th Constitutional Amendment Bill to pave way for the merger of federally-administered tribal areas (FATA) into Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Law and Justice Justice is likely to approve the draft of the amendment on Wednesday. Chaudhry Ashraf will preside over the important meeting.After getting the approval form the law and justice committee, the government will table the amendment in the National Assembly on Friday for approval. According to sources, PML-N’s two major allies Maulana Fazlur Rehman and Mahmood Khan Achakzai are upset with the government’s decision to go ahead with the bill despite their strong opposition. Separately, PPP leadership also directed Party’s Senators and MNAs to actively participate in the upcoming legislation for extending constitutional rights of FATA and its merger into Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province.Sources add that the ruling party is keen to get the bill adopted before it's term comes to an end on May 31.

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NAB chairman summoned over claims Nawaz laundered $4.9 billion to India

ISLAMABAD: National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Law and Justice has summoned Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Justice (retired) Javed Iqbal on Wednesday over claims former prime minister Nawaz Sharif laundered $4.9 billion to India.The committee has directed Chairman NAB to appear in person and brief the lawmakers.The chairman NAB has also been directed to bring along with him the concerned officers.The accountability bureau last week said it was verifying the media reports that claim Nawaz Sharif laundered $4.9 billion to India that increased New Dehli’s foreign reserves.According to a statement, NAB Chief Justice Javed Iqbal notice of reports that former minister Nawaz Sharif transferred $4.9 billion illegally to bank account of Indian government.The statement added that the fact was stated in World Bank’s ‘Migration And Remittances Factbook 2016’ report.

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Karachi mayor Waseem Akhtar, others charged over May 12 mayhem

KARACHI: An accountability court has charged Karachi mayor Waseem Akhtar and other suspects over May 12 mayhem. The mayor and others accused of involvement in the 20o7 violence appeared before the court on Tuesday.When the hearing began, ATC judge indicted Waseem Akhtar and others in a May 12 case. They pleaded innocence. The accused could not be inducted in three more cases due to unavailability of lawyers. The ATC summoned witnesses in the next hearing and adjourning the case till June 23. Speaking to media persons outside the court, Karachi mayor Wasim Akhtar called for a fresh probe into the May 12 violence which left scores of political workers killed in Karachi during daylong riots. “The real facts and characters behind the tragedy should be exposed before public,” he said. “Innocent people have been facing cases without any reason. If things go on like this, people will be fed up with the system,” he warned.“We are not going to run away from cases or investigations, but fake cases must be closed.”He said that at least 40 new cases were registered against him after his nomination as the Mayor of Karachi. “In a single day, 20 FIRs were lodged against me. I am being subjected to political vendetta after my election,” he lamented.

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Nawaz as premier held Pakistan diplomatically incommunicado: PPP

KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) held a crucial meeting to discuss in details the current political situation in the country, Palestinians massacre and legislation about FATA merger into Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.The meeting was presided over by Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and former president of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari jointly presided over the meeting.PPP leadership discussed the statement of Nawaz Sharif and noted that he as the prime minister held Pakistan diplomatically incommunicado by not appointing a full-fledged Foreign Minister for four years.Meeting recalled that Pakistan’s strong narrative could not find space in the world capitals due to the flopped foreign policy of Nawaz Sharif and his government.PPP meeting strongly condemned massacre of Palestinians at the hands of Israeli forces and asked the international community to raise voice against the Israeli atrocities on unarmed Palestinians.PPP leadership also directed Party’s Senators and MNAs to actively participate in the upcoming legislation for extending constitutional rights of FATA and its merger into Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province.Those attending the meeting included MNA Faryal Talpur, President PPP Women Wing; Senator Sherry Rehman, Leader of the Opposition in the Senate; Syed Khursheed Shah, Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly; former Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah; PPP Sindh President Nisar Ahmed Khuhro; Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah; MNA Syed Naveed Qamar; PPP Sindh Senior Vice President Manzoor Wassan; PPP Sindh General Secretary Waqar Mehdi; and PPP Karachi Division President Saeed Ghani.

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