Asia Cup 2023: Pak cricket team reached Sri Lanka to play against India
Less than 15 hours after their 2023 Asian Cup opener against Nepal, Pakistan’s cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka on Thursday for a match against India on 2 September at the Palekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. prepared. After arriving at Colombo airport, the team took a bus to Kandy. After a rest day, the team will return to training for the much-anticipated game. It is worth noting that despite the Asian Games being hosted by Pakistan, most of the games (9 out of 13) will be played in Sri Lanka. The decision was made after the Indian Cricket Control Board (BCCI) refused to send the team on safety grounds.
Russia is all set to launch it’s first Islamic banking system
In an important development, Russia is introducing Islamic banking for the first time under a two-year pilot program starting September 1st.The law’s public support is another step forward for the country, which already has Islamic financial institutions serving Russia’s sizeable Muslim population, estimated at up to 25 million. The launch of the Islamic Bank was marked by Russian President Vladimir Putin signing a law on August 4 emphasizing its “feasibility” assessment.The pilot program will initially be rolled out in four Muslim-majority republics: Tatarstan, Bashkortostan, Chechnya and Dagestan. These regions already have extensive experience in Islamic finance. If the pilot program is successful, the new regulatory framework will be expanded nationwide.
Aima Beig and Nepali singer Trishala Gurung will perform at the opening ceremony of Asia Cup 2023
One of the talented singers Aima Baig and Trishala Gurung will perform Wednesday to celebrate the opening ceremony of the 2023 Asian Cup in Multan.The opening event will take place before the first match of the tournament between hosts Pakistan and Nepal at the Multan Cricket Stadium.The Asian Cup 2023 will run from 30 August to 17 September and will be co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, not all matches will be played in Pakistan as the Indian Cricket Control Board (BCCI) has refused to send the team to Pakistan due to safety concerns.Pakistan is in Group A along with Nepal and India, while Group B includes Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka. Four matches will be played in Pakistan, while the remaining nine matches, including the final, will be played in Sri Lanka.Unlike previous competitions, the 2023 Asian Cup will use a 50-over format to help prepare teams for the World Cup in India later in the year.The 50-over Asian Cup was last held in 2018, with India retaining the title of defending champions.
Google announces new AI chips and enterprise AI tools
The series of announcements from the Google Next conference in San Francisco included new customers for their cloud software such as General Motors (GM.N) and Estee Lauder Companies (EL.N). Alphabet subsidiary (GOOGL.O) has released a new version of its separate AI chip, announcing a company-wide tool for watermarking and identifying AI-generated images and protection tools. security and its office suite. Thomas Kurian, head of Google Cloud, said in an interview with Reuters.“We often say to corporate clients, ‘Go slow and methodical, because it’s important that you see this as strategic software development. There used to be FOMO like this, ‘I have to get into creative AI for the sake of creative AI”.Google has announced new versions of its own core AI framework that improve performance and add more functionality. For example, a new version of a text model called PaLM has increased the amount of text that users can enter to make it easier to deal with longer documents like legal briefs and books.The technology changes the digital image file in a way that is invisible to the human eye. It is designed to stay the same after the image is altered or tampered with.Google has also rolled out AI updates to its office suite and security tools. The company has unveiled an AI-powered tool capable of migrating databases from Oracle (ORCL.N) to the open source version, a notoriously difficult task. Google has assembled the TPU v5e chip in batches of 256, which it describes as a “supercomputer”. Cloud customers can connect multiple teams together to solve more complex IT problems.
The Surprising Health Benefits of Popcorn
Popcorn has several potential health benefits, like giving you vitamins and minerals. There are also other ingredients that can add other nutrients to foods, such as oils used for topping or any seasonings added. Keep reading to learn more. Popcorn is a whole grain. Whole grains are a great source of essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Especially corn contains nutrients such as magnesium, potassium and vitamins A, B and E.2 Whole grains also provide a feeling of fullness because they contain whole grains, unlike refined grains, which have had their fiber and nutrients removed. Is popcorn good for health? Popcorn, in its basic form, can be healthy on its own. One thing to keep in mind is the portion size. Servings of popcorn are usually 3 to 3 and a half cups, but it’s easy to clean a large bag in one go. In addition, excess sodium can cause water retention, causing bloating. Additionally, the process of making or packing popcorn can provide an opportunity to get more nutrients or benefits from the snack. Popcorn nutrition, In general, one cup of unsalted, steamed popcorn contains the following: first Calories: 30 calories Fat: < 1 gram Cholesterol: 0 milligrams Sodium: < 1 milligram Carbohydrates: 6.23 grams Fiber: 1.21 grams Protein: < 1 gram Review Overall Popcorn is a healthy snack. It is a whole grain, so it may give you benefits, such as a reduced risk of chronic diseases like diabetes. However, the nutritional quality of popcorn can vary greatly depending on the ingredients from which it is made. You can find additional nutritional value in the oils, dairy products, and other toppings, like dried fruit or cinnamon, that you use for popcorn.
Naseem Shah’s Heroics Against Afghanistan,proved his worth again
Pakistanis love cricket is an undisputed fact but when you combine cricket with absolute heroics, like those displayed by Naseem Shah during last night’s match against Afghanistan, Pakistanis don’t know how to contain their joy. The 20-year-old hits a boundary off fast bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi and ran jubilantly towards the dressing room as Pakistan scored 11 off the final over to finish with 302-9 in 49.5 overs. The victory gave Pakistan an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series with the last game in Colombo on Saturday.Every one was delighted and appreciated this young and talented boy. Naseem shah is the latest trend on internet now a days.
North Korea is all set to launch a “New Satellite”
In a quick comeback after a failed attempt to launch a military spy satellite in May, Japanese media reported on Tuesday that North Korea had hinted it would advance its space ambitions by How to put a second satellite into Earth’s orbit. According to Kyodo news agency, North Korea informed the Japanese coast guard of its intention to launch a satellite between August 24 and 31. The country ruled by Kim Jong-un says ” it has developed a spy satellite to counterbalance the growing US military presence in the region”. This photo released on June 1, 2023 shows a satellite-carrying rocket taking off from an undisclosed location in Korean Central News Agency, north Korea. According to Kyodo news agency, North Korea informed the Japanese coast guard of its intention to launch a satellite between August 24 and 31. North Korea launched its first military reconnaissance satellite in May, but the satellite failed to reach its destination when the rocket plunged into the sea minutes after takeoff. The country led by Kim Jong-un says it is developing spy satellites as a necessary counterweight to the growing US military presence in the region. In addition, the North Korean news agency condemned the “aggressive nature” of the US-South Korea military drills that began on Monday. The United States, South Korea and Japan condemned North Korea’s satellite launch in May, calling it a violation of United Nations resolutions banning nuclear-armed states from using rocket technology. Ballistic. Analysts believe there is a significant technological overlap between the development of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) and the ability to launch it into space. Kim Jong Un has made the development of a military spy satellite a top priority. South Korea’s intelligence agency told lawmakers last week that Pyongyang could launch a spy satellite in late August or early September, according to Yonhap. Yonhap reported that the launch is expected to take place before the 75th anniversary of the founding of the regime on September 9.
Farhan Akhtar’s Confidence in Ranveer Singh’s ability to excel in “Don 3” role
Don 3 director Farhan Akhtar has admitted that he hopes Ranveer Singh will play the role in the upcoming sequel. Since then, Akhtar has shared his first look at Singh as a new don, with netizens mocking him for replacing the legendary Shah Rukh Khan with Ranveer Singh. Regardless of the backlash, the director of “Dil Chahta Hai” revealed that he hopes actor ‘Simmba’ will do a great job in the role. He told Khaleej Times: “I’m not worried and neither should he. I can say that without a shadow of a doubt, he will deliver a great performance in the movie. However, the Rock On actor also admitted that “it’s natural for people to react like that. In 2006, people said ‘How can you touch Mr. Bachchan’s craft?’ and how will Shah Rukh play the role. So it is easy to understand. Akhtar is right that people have an emotional connection to certain movies that they can’t undo. “You have to respect it. And I respect everyone’s feelings for Don. People who are disappointed, I respect their feelings, people who are excited, I respect their feelings,” he said. The Don brand was founded in 1978 with Amitabh Bachchan, led by Chandra Barot. Later, Shah Rukh Khan replaced Big B to play Don in the 2006 and 2011 films, Pinkvilla reported.
Ensuring Imran Khan’s Safety: Prison Department Installed CCTV Cameras Outside His Cell
A new toilet with 5-foot-high walls and a door has been built for Pakistani President Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former Prime Minister Imran Khan at Attock Prison, a spokesman for the Bureau of Prisons said. All facilities available under Rules 257 and 771 of the 1978 Pakistan Prison Rules were made available to the head of PTI, according to PPD’s clarification notice. Khan is currently serving a three-year sentence in Attock prison after being found guilty of corruption in the Toshakhana case earlier this month. The judge in those submissions – published Monday and compiled August 15 – said Khan, during his visit, expressed “serious concerns” about the infringement of his rights. his privacy and the prevailing prison living conditions. He raised significant concerns about a CCTV placed in front of the bars of his prison, located 5 to 6 feet away, covering a bathroom with an open-air toilet. Regarding CCTV cameras, the spokesperson said that they are installed outside the room. “CCTVs have been installed outside Imran Khan’s room for his safety and that of the prison. More than 4,000 CCTV cameras have been installed not only at the Attock County Jail but also in other prisons. in Punjab for security purposes,” the statement added. He added that amenities such as bath soap, perfume, air freshener, towels, tissues are provided along with the bed, pillow, mattress, table, chair, air conditioner and exhaust fan.
President Alvi signs Official Secrets and Army Act Amendments in Law
President Arif Alvi on Saturday signed the Official Secrets Bill (Amendment) 2023 and the Pakistani Army Bill (Amendment) 2023 into law. Both bills were passed by the Senate and Congress and sent to the president for his approval amid criticism from opposition lawmakers. On July 31, Parliament passed the Pakistan Army Bill (Amendment) 2023, which provides for a penalty of up to 5 years in prison for anyone who discloses sensitive information related to the security of the country. Meanwhile, the Official Secrets Act was passed a few days before the end of the congressional term on August 7 after several controversial provisions were removed by the Senate following backlash from the Senate. rights advocacy groups, and under the bill, the JIT would complete its investigation within 30 days. Matters involving civil espionage will be investigated by the FIA or the JIT. However, under an amendment to Section B of Section 12, the penalty for one offense was reduced from 14 to 10 years.