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On the Opening day of the Pakistan Learning Festival, 17 November 2024 ; Islamabad, showcased the captivating world of Chess and Scrabble, drawing significant attention and participation. Both games not only entertained but also educated, as hundreds of students received valuable insights and techniques to enhance their skills. Mr. Muhammad Waqar, the Development Officer of the Chess Federation of Pakistan, ...

New Sports Policy Draft Raises Questions About IPC’s Role The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a draft of its new five-year sports policy, aiming to transform the country into a leading sports nation. The policy outlines a comprehensive plan to promote high-quality, inclusive, and accessible sports, fostering national pride and unity. With a focus on achieving global success in major ...

DC Mardan Chess Open Championship to be Held on October 12 with Cash Prizes Worth PKR 250,000 PESHAWAR: The Deputy Commissioner Mardan Chess Open Championship is scheduled for October 12 at the Mardan Sports Complex, featuring competitions in men’s open, women’s open, under-14, and under-15 categories. A total of PKR 250,000 in cash prizes will be distributed among the top ...

1st Superior national fastest men & woman competition commences on October 8. Islamabad ;By ;Nawaz Gohar 1st Superior national fastest men & woman competition will be held on next month, October 8, at Punjab Studium، Lahore. This was stated by President, Athletics Federation of Pakistan, Brig. Wajahat Hussain (Rtd) on Wednesday. All men & women players from all over the ...

Sangram Singh beat Ali Raza Nasir in MMA Fight Georgia, Sports Link In a stunning display of skill and determination, international wrestler Sangram Singh made his mark in the MMA world by winning his debut fight at the Gama International Fighting Championship at Tbilisi, Georgia. Singh won in a mere minute and thirty seconds against Pakistani fighter Ali Raza Nasir ...

Departmental Sports Revival Stalls Amidst Recruitment Freeze Despite the recent reinstatement of departmental sports by the current government, athletes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continue to face uncertainty due to a persisting ban on new recruitments. This freeze has rendered the revival of departmental sports largely symbolic, as players are unable to secure the employment opportunities that once made these programs attractive. ...

Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) shared the details of funds released to various federations and athletes during the last 5 years. PSB has shared the details of funds from the financial year 2019/20 to the financial year 2023/24 on the website under which the bulk of the funds released by the board have been given in the last 2 years. Funds ...

Training Camp Kicks Off in Peshawar Under the Pakistan Global Taekwondo Federation A Large Turnout of Athletes Marks the Event PESHAWAR: A specialized training camp aimed at enhancing the skills of athletes has commenced under the auspices of the Pakistan Global Taekwondo Federation. The camp, which is being held at the Hayatabad Sports Complex in Peshawar, will continue until September ...

Lal Saeed Khan: A forgotten champion who fought against poverty and raised boxing’s glory. by Ghani Ur Rehman PESAWAR: The story of Lal Saeed Khan, who hails from the modest village of Azakhil in Nowshera, is one of perseverance, passion and unwavering dedication to the sport of boxing. Born into a humble background, Saeed began his journey at the age ...

“Political Influence Undermines Merit in Sports Quotas at Peshawar’s Top Colleges” Musarrat ullah Jan Peshawar , In recent years, sports quotas in government colleges across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly in Peshawar, have become increasingly politicized, undermining the merit-based system that was initially intended to promote athletic talent. Reports have surfaced that influential government officials and ministers are using their power to ...