PESHAWAR: In the Third Army Chief Inter-Club Hockey Tournament, Bacha Khan White Hockey Club delivered an outstanding performance by defeating Khadim Hockey Club to qualify for the final for the third consecutive time. The match was played on the astroturf of Qazi Mohib Hockey Stadium, Bannu, where Bacha Khan White dominated the game from the very beginning. In the second minute, Saadullah scored a brilliant field goal to give his team an early lead. In the 48th minute, haris converted a penalty corner to double the advantage.
Khadim Hockey Club tried to make a comeback and managed to score their only goal in the 50th minute, but they failed to equalize. At the end of regulation time, Bacha Khan White Hockey Club secured a 2-1 victory.
It is worth mentioning that Bacha Khan White Hockey Club has been the champion of the previous two Army Chief Inter-Club Hockey Tournaments in Bannu, and now they are just one step away from claiming the title for the third time in a row. Hockey fans are expecting an exciting and thrilling final.
Category: Pakistan
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Third Army Chief Inter-Club Hockey Tournament: Bacha Khan White Club qualifies for the final
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KP Junior Open Gymnastics Championship to be held in Peshawar
Sports Reporter
PESHAWAR: In an effort to promote the sport of gymnastics and identify emerging talent at the junior level, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Junior Open Gymnastics Championship will be held on January 24 at the Hayatabad Sports Complex, Peshawar. Talking to the media, gymnastics coach and event organizer/secretary Muhammad Gul said that the championship is being organized under the patronage of the Provincial Gymnastics Association and under the auspices of the Peshawar Division Gymnastics Association. He added that all arrangements for the successful conduct of the event have been completed. Muhammad Gul stated that the primary objective of organizing this championship is to improve the standard of gymnastics in the province and provide a competitive platform for young talent. Teams from various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will participate in the championship, while separate competitions have been arranged for male and female athletes. Junior players have been invited to showcase their skills under the open category. Meanwhile, Provincial Gymnastics Association Secretary Muhammad Raja, while speaking to the media, said that the event at Hayatabad Sports Complex will provide talented gymnasts with an excellent opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. He expressed hope that such competitions would help produce future national and international-level athletes. The Secretary General further stated that all necessary arrangements have been finalized to ensure the championship is conducted smoothly and that players are provided with a professional and conducive sporting environment.
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Reporter/Editor
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یتیم اور بے سہارہ بچوں کے لیے چار روزہ سپورٹس فیسٹیول کا آغاز
کھیلوں کے انعقاد کا بنیادی مقصد بچوں کو تفریح کے مواقع فراہم کرنے کے ساتھ ساتھ ان کے ٹیلنٹ کو اجاگر کرنا ہے،تاج محمد ترند
پشاور: محکمہ سپورٹس خیبرپختونخوا کے زیر اہتمام یتیم اور بے سہارا بچوں کے لیے ماڈل انسٹیٹیوٹ فار سٹیٹ چلڈرن زمونگ کور، چارسدہ روڈ پشاور میں چار روزہ سپورٹس فیسٹیول کا شاندار انعقاد کیا گیا، جس میں مختلف کھیلوں کے مقابلوں اور تفریحی سرگرمیوں کا اہتمام کیا گیا۔
سپورٹس فیسٹیول کی افتتاحی تقریب کے مہمان خصوصی مشیر برائے کھیل و امور نوجوانان تاج محمد ترند تھے۔ اس موقع پر سیکرٹری سپورٹس خیبرپختونخوا محمد آصف خان، ڈائریکٹر جنرل سپورٹس تاشفین حیدر، ڈائریکٹر زمونگ کور صداقت اللہ، ڈپٹی ڈائریکٹر ریاض خان، ایڈیشنل ڈی جی سپورٹس مس رشیدہ غزنوی، ڈائریکٹر آپریشنز جمشید بلوچ سمیت دیگر اہم شخصیات بھی موجود تھیں۔
افتتاحی تقریب میں زمونگ کور کے بچوں نے مارشل آرٹس اور روایتی اتنڑ کا شاندار مظاہرہ پیش کیا، جسے شرکاء نے خوب سراہا۔تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے مشیر برائے کھیل و امور نوجوانان تاج محمد ترند نے کہا کہ بچوں کے چہروں پر مسکراہٹ دیکھ کر بے حد خوشی ہوئی جسے الفاظ میں بیان کرنا مشکل ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ یہاں موجود تمام بچے ہمارے اپنے بچے ہیں کیونکہ ان کی ذمہ داری ریاست پر عائد ہوتی ہے اور صوبائی حکومت ان کی فلاح و بہبود کے لیے کوئی کسر نہیں چھوڑے گی۔انہوں نے کہا کہ اس طرح کی سرگرمیاں بچوں کو غیر نصابی سرگرمیوں کی جانب راغب کرنے میں اہم کردار ادا کرتی ہیں ان بچوں میں کسی قسم کی صلاحیتوں کی کمی نہیں اور صوبائی حکومت انہیں بھرپور توجہ فراہم کر رہی ہے
جو آئندہ بھی جاری رہے گی۔ان کا کہنا تھا کہ کھیلوں کے انعقاد کا بنیادی مقصد بچوں کو تفریح کے مواقع فراہم کرنے کے ساتھ ساتھ ان کے ٹیلنٹ کو اجاگر کرنا ہے۔مشیر کھیل نے مزید بتایا کہ مستقبل میں انٹر مدارس گیمز، مائنارٹی گیمز، انڈر 21 گیمز اور ٹرانسجینڈر گیمز کا بھی انعقاد کیا جائے گا۔
اس موقع پر سیکرٹری سپورٹس خیبرپختونخوا اور ڈائریکٹر زمونگ کور نے بھی خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ یتیم اور بے سہارا بچوں پر توجہ دینا نہایت ضروری ہے، کیونکہ یہ بچے بھی معاشرے کا اہم حصہ ہیں اور انہیں بھی مساوی مواقع ملنے چاہئیں۔چار روزہ سپورٹس فیسٹیول میں زمونگ کور پشاور کے لڑکے اور لڑکیاں، زمونگ کور ایبٹ آباد، سوات کیمپس، ڈی آئی خان کیمپس، اخپل کور سوات، ایس او ایس اور دیگر یتیم بچوں کے اداروں سے تعلق رکھنے والے 500 سے زائد بچے کرکٹ، فٹبال، بیڈمنٹن، کبڈی، باسکٹ بال، رسہ کشی، اتھلیٹکس، والی بال اور میوزیکل چیئر جیسے مقابلوں میں حصہ لے رہے ہیں۔
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پشاور میں انٹر کلب ویٹ لفٹنگ چیمپئن شپ 26 جنوری سے شروع، تیاریاں مکمل کرلی گئی ییں، شیراز محمد
پشاور: صوبائی ویٹ لفٹنگ ایسوسی ایشن کے زیرِ نگرانی اور ڈویژنل ویٹ لفٹنگ ایسوسی ایشن کے زیرِ اہتمام پشاور میں انٹر کلب ویٹ لفٹنگ چیمپئن شپ 26 جنوری سے منعقد ہوگی، جس کے لیے تمام تر انتظامات مکمل کر لیے گئے ہیں۔ چیمپئن شپ پشاور اسپورٹس کمپلیکس میں واقع ویٹ لفٹنگ کلب میں کھیلی جائے گی اور یہ مقابلے تین دن تک جاری رہیں گے۔
اس حوالے سے صوبائی ویٹ لفٹنگ ایسوسی ایشن کے صدر شیراز محمد نے میڈیا سے گفتگو کرتے ہوئے بتایا کہ آر ایس او پشاور کے تعاون سے اس ایونٹ کا انعقاد کیا جا رہا ہے، جس کا مقصد صوبے بھر میں ویٹ لفٹنگ کے فروغ کے ساتھ ساتھ باصلاحیت کھلاڑیوں کو سامنے لانا ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ پشاور سمیت خیبرپختونخوا کے مختلف اضلاع میں ویٹ لفٹنگ کا بے پناہ ٹیلنٹ موجود ہے، تاہم بیشتر علاقوں میں جدید ویٹ لفٹنگ سامان کی عدم دستیابی کے باعث کھلاڑیوں کو تربیت میں مشکلات کا سامنا ہے۔
شیراز محمد نے انٹر کلب ویٹ لفٹنگ چیمپئن شپ کے انعقاد میں بھرپور تعاون پر آر ایس او پشاور کا شکریہ ادا کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ ایسے مقابلے نوجوان کھلاڑیوں کی حوصلہ افزائی کے ساتھ ساتھ کھیل کے معیار کو بہتر بنانے میں اہم کردار ادا کرتے ہیں۔ ان کا کہنا تھا کہ یہ چیمپئن شپ آئندہ ماہ منعقد ہونے والے انڈر 21 گیمز کے لیے بہترین کھلاڑیوں کے انتخاب میں بھی معاون ثابت ہوگی اور منتخب کھلاڑی اپنی بہتر تیاری کے ساتھ صوبے کی نمائندگی کریں گے۔
انہوں نے امید ظاہر کی کہ باقاعدگی سے مقابلوں کے انعقاد اور سہولیات کی فراہمی سے خیبرپختونخوا میں ویٹ لفٹنگ مزید ترقی کرے گی اور صوبہ قومی سطح پر نمایاں کامیابیاں حاصل کرے گا۔ -
International Tourism Conference at Peshawar, reflects Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s positive image: Syed Fakhar Jehan
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government is fully committed to promoting tourism as a key pillar of economic growth, employment generation and projection of the province’s positive image at national and international levels, said Provincial Minister for Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control, Syed Fakhar Jehan.
He said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, blessed with natural beauty, rich historical heritage and strong cultural values, needs to be projected as a peaceful and attractive destination to the world.
In this context, the holding of International Tourism Conference and Exhibition in Peshawar is a milestone towards showcasing the province’s immense tourism potential. Addressing the ceremony as chief guest at the International Tourism Conference and Exhibition held at a private hotel in Peshawar on Tuesday, the Provincial Minister said that such tourism conferences were previously held in other cities outside the province. However, organizing a global-level tourism conference and exhibition in Peshawar to highlight Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s tourism heritage and opportunities to the world is a highly commendable and welcome initiative.
He appreciated the efforts of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture and Tourism Authority, the organizer Pakistan Media Development Foundation and other supporting organizations for successfully arranging the conference.
He also thanked the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry for its active participation, emphasizing that close coordination between the public and private sectors is essential for the promotion of tourism. On the occasion, the Provincial Minister visited various stalls showcasing historical, cultural and tourism sites and crafts from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan and other parts of the country and expressed keen interest in the displays.
The conference was attended by US Consul General in Peshawar Thomas Eckert, Director General KP Culture and Tourism Authority Usman Mahsud, President Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry Junaid Altaf, former Chamber President Ghaznfar Bilour, Head of Pakistan Media Development Foundation Durdana Shahab, officials of government and various organizations, media representatives and people from different walks of life.
In his address, Syed Fakhar Jehan recalled that during his previous tenure as Provincial Minister for Sports, major cultural events such as the Horse and Cattle Show in Peshawar and large-scale event of Derjat at Dera Ismail Khan were organized, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from across the country.This, he said, clearly demonstrates that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a peaceful and suitable province for tourism and cultural activities.
He said that through this conference, a clear message is being conveyed to people across Pakistan to visit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, enjoy its hospitality, natural beauty and scenic landscapes and experience its rich culture firsthand. Highlighting the province’s cultural strength, he added, would help project a positive image of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa at the global level.
He said that the provincial government is providing a conducive environment for business activities, investment and industrial growth, adding that last year the provincial government established a provincial transmission company, through which electricity generated in the province will be supplied to industries at affordable rates. The project will initially be launched in Swat region, which will directly benefit the tourism industry and further promote tourism activities. He further said that the provincial government has launched a Tourism Maizban (Host) Program, under which interest-free loans of up to Rs 3 million are being provided through the Bank of Khyber. These loans will be repayable over five years, enabling local communities to establish two-room accommodation facilities at tourist destinations.
This initiative will play a vital role in promoting eco-tourism, while also helping conserve natural beauty. So far, 81 individuals have benefited from this scheme. Syed Fakhar Jehan also said that two Adventure Tourism Schools have been established in the province, where training in paragliding and other adventure activities will be provided. Youth from across the country will come to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to receive professional training in these fields. He added that for the first time, the provincial government has introduced the concept of Integrated Tourism Zones, for which feasibility studies of Ghanol, Mankial, Thandiani and Madaklasht have been completed. Modern facilities will be developed at these locations to promote organized and sustainable tourism. The Provincial Minister concluded that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is rich in natural resources and possesses immense potential in key sectors such as tourism, hydropower and gas. The government is implementing a comprehensive strategy to develop all sectors, and in the coming years, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will emerge as a major driver of Pakistan’s economic growth.
Edited by Sumayyah Ahmad
Reporter/Editor
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Sports Festival for Orphaned and Destitute Children to be Held in Peshawar on January 21 Tashfeen Haider, DG Sports
Sports Reporter
PESHAWAR: Under the auspices of the Directorate General of Sports, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a Sports Festival for orphaned and destitute children of Zamung Kor will be held on January 21 at the Model Institute for State Children, Zamung Kor, Charsadda Road, Peshawar.
Various competitions will be organized during the festival, including cricket, football, badminton, kabaddi, basketball, tug of war, athletics, volleyball, and musical chairs. This was stated by the Director General of Sports, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Tashfeen Haider, while talking to the media. On this occasion, Director Operations Jamshed Baloch, Director Model Institute Sadaqat Ullah, and other important personalities were also present.
DG Sports Tashfeen Haider further said that the festival, starting from January 21, will continue until January 24. The opening ceremony will be inaugurated by the Advisor to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for Sports, Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand, while the closing ceremony will be graced by the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muhammad Sohail Afridi, as the chief guest.
Boys and girls from Zamung Kor Peshawar, Zamung Kor Abbottabad, Swat Campus, D.I. Khan Campus, Akhpal Kor Swat, SOS, and other orphan care institutions will participate in the event. More than 500 children are expected to take part in these competitions.
DG Sports said that the purpose of organizing this festival is to provide children with healthy activities and to offer them a platform where they can showcase and polish their talent. -
Major structural reforms announced as New Era dawns upon HBL PSL
By Haris Ahmad
The official nomenclature of the league is HBL PSL; Media houses are advised to use the correct nomenclature in all texts, headlines and bulletins
PESHAWAR: The HBL Pakistan Super League has announced a series of landmark developments ahead of its 11th edition, reinforcing the League’s continued growth, competitiveness, and commitment to innovation.
In a historic move after a decade of success, the HBL Pakistan Super League (HBL PSL 11) will transition to a Player Auction Model, replacing the traditional Player Draft system. This strategic shift is aimed at enhancing competitive balance, increasing transparency, and providing players’ greater earning opportunities.
Under the revised player acquisition framework:
Each franchise may retain a maximum of four players, limited to one player per category. Previously, every franchise was allowed to retain 8 players from their squad including a Mentor, a Brand Ambassador and a Right to Match Option to retain a 9th player in the Player Draft.
The rules pertaining to Mentors, Brand Ambassadors and RTM have been abolished for HBL PSL 11.
Newly inducted teams will be allowed to select and retain four players from the available player pool before the Player Auction.
Each franchise will also be allowed one direct signing of a foreign player who did not feature in HBL PSL X, enabling teams to strategically strengthen their squads with fresh international talent.
Further strengthening the League’s commercial and competitive outlook, the player salary purse has been increased to USD 1.6 million per franchise, underscoring HBL PSL’s commitment to rewarding player performance and attracting elite domestic and international cricketers.
These progressive measures reflect the League’s strategic trajectory and evolution, while remaining firmly rooted in its mission to promote cricketing excellence, fan engagement, and attaining unprecedented heights.
HBL PSL 11 will officially commence on 26 March 2026. Faisalabad has been added an additional venue for hosting the League’s matches, marking the city’s return to spotlight and further expanding the League’s national footprint.
Additional details regarding the Player Auction process, schedule, and operational guidelines will be shared in due course.
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All Pakistan National Men’s Squash Championship Won by Army’s Saddam Ul Haq
Sports Report
PESHAWAR: The All Pakistan National Men’s Squash Championship concluded successfully with Pakistan Army’s Saddam ul Haq clinching the title after a best performance. In the final Saddam ul Haq defeated fellow Army player Bilal Zakir in straight games (3–0) to claim the championship trophy. The closing ceremony held at the Peshawar Sports Complex, was graced by the Senior Vice President of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Squash Association, Ehsan Ullah Khan, as the chief guest who distributed prizes among the players. Former world squash champion and legendary player Qamar Zaman, Finance Secretary of KP Squash Association and Chief Organizer Wazir Muhammad, Senior Coach Munawar Zaman and Fazal Khalil were also present on the occasion. The final match was contested between two Army players, Saddam Ul Haq and Bilal Zakir. Displaying excellent skills and dominance, Saddam ul Haq defeated Bilal Zakir in straight games. The final score was 11–7, 11–7, 11–5, giving Saddam Haq a convincing 3–0 victory. Earlier in the first semi-final, Bilal Zakir defeated Jawad Ali Khan of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa while in the second semi-final Saddam Ul Haq beat Abdullah Nawaz of WAPDA to qualify for the final. It is noteworthy that more than 90 players from across the country participated in the All Pakistan National Men’s Squash Championship and the title was ultimately claimed by a player from the Pakistan Army.
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انٹر کلب ٹینس ٹورنامنٹ پشاور سروسز کلب نے جیت لیافائنل میں پشاور سپورٹس کمپلیکس کی ٹیم کو 2-1سے ہرا کر چیمپئن کا اعزاز حاصل کرلیا
پشاور (سپورٹس رپورٹر) ریجنل سپورٹس آفس اور ضلعی انتظامیہ پشاور کے زیر اہتمام منعقدہ انٹر کلب ٹینس ٹورنامنٹ کا فائنل گزشتہ روز پشاور سپورٹس کمپلیکس میں کھیلا گیا جس میں پشاور سروسز کلب نے سنسنی خیز مقابلے کے بعد پشاور سپورٹس کمپلیکس کی ٹیم کو 2-1سے شکست دے کر ٹرافی اپنے نام کر لی۔ فائنل میچ میں دونوں ٹیموں کے درمیان سخت مقابلہ دیکھنے میں آیا تاہم پشاور سروسز کلب کے کھلاڑیوں نے عمدہ کھیل کا مظاہرہ کرتے ہوئے چیمپئن بننے کا اعزاز حاصل کیا۔ پشاور سروسز کلب کی ٹیم میں حمزہ آفریدی، ارسلان، سالار اور فیضان شامل تھے جبکہ پشاور سپورٹس کمپلیکس کی ٹیم شاہ سوار، عبدالرحمن آفریدی، ریان عمر اور دانیال پر مشتمل تھی۔اختتامی تقریب کے مہمان خصوصی انٹرنیشنل کرکٹر عباس آفریدی نے کھلاڑیوں میں انعامات تقسیم کیے اس موقع پر صوبائی ٹینس ایسوسی ایشن کے سینئر نائب صدر عمر ایاز، چیف کوچ شفقت اللہ، ریجنل اسپورٹس آفیسر کاشف فرحان اور کوچ رومان خان بھی موجود تھے انٹر کلب ٹینس ٹورنامنٹ میں لیڈیز کلب، پی ڈی اے کلب حیات آباد، پشاور یونیورسٹی کلب، حیات آباد اسپورٹس کمپلیکس، پاکستان ٹینس کلب شاہی باغ، نوشہرہ گیریژن آفیسرز کلب، پشاور سروسز کلب، پولیس لائنز اور پشاور اسپورٹس کمپلیکس سمیت مجموعی طور پر 16ٹیموں کے 70سے زائد کھلاڑیوں نے شرکت کی۔
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Sports festival for street children on January 21 in Peshawar
By Haris Ahmad
PESHAWAR: A four-day sports festival for street children will commence on January 21 under the auspices of the Directorate General of Sports, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. More than 500 children from various welfare institutions across the province are expected to participate in the event. The opening ceremony will be held on January 21 at 11 a.m. at the Model Institute for Street Children, Charsadda Road, Peshawar. The Advisor to the Chief Minister for Sports, Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand, will be the chief guest on the occasion. Secretary Sports Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Asif Khan, Director General Sports Tashfeen Haider, Director Operations Jamshed Baloch, and Director Model Institute Sadaqatullah will also be present.
The festival will feature competitions in badminton, hockey, tug of war, musical chairs, volleyball, cricket, futsal, and archery. Children from various organizations working for the welfare of orphans and street children, including Zmung Kor Peshawar, Boys Zmung Kor Abbottabad, Swat Campus Kor, Dera Ismail Khan Campus, Khpal Kor Swat, SOS, Mercy Aghosh, and others, will take part in the competitions. The closing ceremony will be held on January 24 at the Model Institute for Safe Children (Zmung Kor), Charsadda Road, Peshawar.
The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, will attend as the chief guest and distribute prizes among the participants. According to the organizers, the primary objective of the festival is to identify and promote sports talent among street children and provide them with opportunities to move forward. The event is expected to serve as an important platform for these children to showcase their abilities and potentially represent the province and the country at higher levels in the future.
Edited by Sumayah Ahmad
Editor/Reporter
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