England Level series

England defeated Australia by 27 runs in the second and final Twenty20 International to level the two-match series. Chasing 196, Australia could make 168 for nine as only opener David Warner batted well with a 42-ball 53 hitting three sixes and five fours.

Alex Hales fell just short again of becoming the first England batsman to score a Twenty20 international century as he made 94 from 61 balls with 11 fours and two sixes.

Pakistan-born leg-spinner Fawad Ahmed, wicket less on debut at Southampton, took his first international wickets, including two in the last over, to finish with three for 25.

Pakistan Win series by 2-1

Pakistan defeated Zimbabwe in the final One-day International by 108 runs to take the three-match series 2-1. Pakistan made 260 for six in 50 over’s and then their spinners bowled Zimbabwe out for 152 in 40 over’s.

Pakistani spinners dominated the second inning of the match as Mohammad Hafeez, Saeed Ajmal and Abdur Rehman took 2 wickets each while Shahid Afridi stuck one batsman.

Earlier, Misbah-ul-Haq scored 67 of f 85, Ahmed Shehzad made 54 off 85 and Umar Amin contributed 33 off 25 balls in the bating power play.

Pakistan defeated in semis

South Korea defeated Pakistan by 2-1 in the Asia Cup Semi-final on Friday. South Korea's goals came through penalty corner conversions from Jang Jong Hyun in the 31st minute and Lee Nam Yong in the 40th minute, while Pakistan's lone goal was scored by skipper Muhammad Imran in 46th minute. Pakistan lost to South Korea means that it is out of Hockey World Cup.

PMAS Arid Agriculture Admissions

PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi

Admissions Open Fall 2013

Ø  Faculty of Crop & Food Sciences

Ø  Faculty of Sciences

Ø  Faculty of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Ø  Faculty of Forestry, Range Management & Wildlife

Ø  University Institute of Management Sciences

Ø  University Institute of Information Technology

Ø  Division of Continuing Education, Home Economics and Women Development

Ø  University Sub-Campus Khushab

Important Dates

Last date to apply September 12, 2013

Last date to apply for Sub-Campus Khushab September 20, 2013

Display of merit lists:

•  Lists of selected candidates will be displayed on September 19, 2013 on Notice Boards of respective admission office and University Website

Fee/Dues Date:

•  Last date to deposit Fee/Dues is September 25, 2013

Commencement of Classes:

• Classes will start from September 30, 2013

Entrance Test for M.Phil (Only for Faculty of Sciences):

• 9:00 am on September 13, 2013

Interview for PhD Candidates:

• Interviews for PhD candidates will be held on September 16, 2013

Contact of Further Info

Phone:   +92-51-9290276, Fax: +92-51-9290459, Email: admissions@uaar.edu.pk

Australia beat England

Australia beat England by 39 runs to win the first Twenty20 international. Aaron Finch's 156, the highest individual score in a T20 international, Finch smashed 14 sixes and eleven boundaries in his 63-ball innings to set a world record for the highest individual score in all T20 internationals and the first century by an Australian at this level. Australia’s total was 248 for 6, which is 2^nd highest total score in T2o international.

England then lost early wickets before Joe Root's unbeaten 90 saw them finish on 209 for six. Victory was Australia's first in any competitive international for 200 days and saw them go 1-0 up in a two-match series that concludes at Durham on Saturday.

Pakistan face Korea in Semis

India will take on hosts Malaysia, while Pakistan face the tough South Korean challenge for a place in the final that will not only decide who wins the 2013 Asia Cup but also who goes through to the 2014 World Cup. 

Both semi-finals will take place on Friday and the final on Sunday. South Korea have already qualified for the quadrennial event to be held in The Hague, Netherlands. Reaching the last-four stage was never a doubt for any of the four semi-finalists, who know that the real test starts now. India have won the Asia Cup twice while Pakistan and Korea have managed to do it three times each.

Pak manage to level series

Pakistan achieved a convincing 90-run win against Zimbabwe in the second One Day International and manage to level the series  with 1-1. A commanding century by Mohammad Hafeez and a four-wicket haul from left-arm seamer Junaid Khan played a key role in Pakistan’s series. Pakistan scored 299 runs after losing four wickets and set target of 300 runs for Zimbabwe. After Taylor, Zimbabwe lost quick wickets and all team could score only 209 runs in 42.4 overs. Pakistan bowlers gave 11 runs as extras to the host team. 

Doctors Clear Umar Akmal

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has received the medical reports of test cricketer Umar Akmal from a private hospital located in Karachi on Wednesday.

Wicketkeeper-batsman Umar Akmal arrived in Karachi accompanied by a PCB’s doctor Sohail Saleem and had a check up with a leading neurologist where he underwent some medical examinations including MRI and CT Scan.

The doctor has declared him fit for playing but PCB has not announced anything regarding his inclusion in the team.

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Zimbabwe beats Pakistan in 1st ODI

Harare: Zimbabwe chased 245 runs at the loss of just three wickets to complete a historic victory against Pakistan in the first One Day International between the two countries being played here in Harare, on Tuesday.

This is the first time in 15 years that Zimbabwe has beaten Pakistan in an ODI.
After Pakistan set them a target of 245, Zimbabwe’s openers Hamilton Masakadza and Vusi Sibanda opened in commanding fashion to establish a century partnership.

Masakadza, who was awarded Man of the Match, helped his team with a champion 85, an innings featuring nine fours and one six. After he got out, Zimbabwe seemed to face a tricky final few overs, but an aggressive Sean Williams and skipper Brendan Taylor saw their team safely to the end.

Sargodha University Mianwali Campus Admissions

Mianwali Sub-Campus

Admission Notice-2013

Applications are invited for admission to the following

Programs at Mianwali Sub-Campus, University of Sargodha

Department of Biological Sciences	Department of Chemistry
BS Botany (Reg & SS)	BS Chemistry (Reg & SS)
BS Zoology (Reg & SS)	Department of Commerce
Department of Business Administration	B.Com (Hons) (Reg & SS)
MBA 3.5 year(after 14-year)	M.Com (Reg & SS)
MBA (Executive)	Department of Economics
BBA (Reg & SS)	M.Sc. Economics (Reg & SS)
Department of Computer Sci & IT	BS Economics (Reg)
M.Sc. (IT) (CS)	Department of Education
BS (CS) (Reg & SS)	MPhil Education (SS)
BS (IT) (Reg & SS)	MA Education (Reg & SS)
Department of English	MED (SS)
MA English (Reg & SS)	Bed (Reg & SS)
BS English (Reg)	Department of Sociology
Department of Mathematics	M.Sc. Sociology (Reg)
MS Mathematics (Reg & SS)	Department of Statistics
Department of Physics	Bs Statistics (Reg & SS)
BS Physics (Reg & SS)	Department of Urdu
Department of Psychology	MA Urdu (Reg)
M.Sc. Psychology (Reg)

*Reg = Regular  **SS = Self Support

Prospectus along with admission forms of all degree programs can be had from August 26, 2013, on payment of RS. 250/- from the following branches of Habib Bank Limited:

Ø  HBL, University of Sargodha, Branch

Ø  HBL, Asghar Mall Road, Rawalpindi

Ø  HBL, Shadman Branch Lahore

Ø  HBL, Main Branch Jauharabad.

Ø  HBL, Bank Street Mianwali.

Ø  HBL, Muslim Bazar Branch Bhakkar.

Ø  HBL, Liaqat Shaheed Road, Bhalwal.

Ø  HBL Katchery Road, Mandi Baha-ud-din.

Ø  HBL, City Branch Chiniot.

Ø  HBL Saman Abad Branch, Faisalabad.

Ø  HBL Shaheen Road Branch, Jhang.

Prospectus along with admission forms can also be downloaded from the University website www.uos.edu.pk. Applicant must attach a bank draft/pay order/postal order of Rs. 250/- with downloaded form.

Last Date for submission of Applications September 30, 2013
Admission Schedule for Regular Programs
Display of First Merit List	02-10-2013
Display of Second Merit List	05-10-2013
Display of Third Merit List	08-10-2013
Commencement of Classes	08-10-2013

Subject-based Entry Test (only for MS/MPhil/MSc(Hons)/PhD Programs) will be conducted in the respective Department /College/Institute on 01-10-2013 at 10:00 am (no separate intimation will be given in this regards).

  

Admission Schedule Self Support Programs

Admission Schedule for Self Support (Evening) Classes shell be finalized by the Chairperson/Principal/Director of the concerned Department/College/Institute.

Punjab University Admission

Ashes finale ends in thrilling draw

LONDON: England and Australia drew the fifth Test as the Ashes series ended in a dramatic draw on the final day at The Oval on Sunday.

England, set a target of 227 to win after Australia captain Michael Clarke's bold declaration, needed 21 more to win off 24 balls with five wickets left when the umpires decided the light, even with the floodlights on, was too dark to continue and ended the match at 7.35 pm local time.

The draw meant England, who'd already retained the Ashes, finished the five-match contest as 3-0 winners having triumphed in three successive Test series against Australia for the first time since the 1950s.

The Best IT Innovation Awards 2013

Proposals are invited for the best innovative idea in the field of Information Technology in the following categories:

Ø  Academia

Ø  Industry/self employed

If you have an idea that can revolutionize the use of information technology in any area that may lead to improvement in quality of life, then you are invited to submit your idea to BITA and win PKR ONE MILLION to take your innovation further. Application form and further details can be obtained from website. Shortlisted proposals will be invited to present their ideas during International Conference on Frontiers of INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (FIT 13) from 16^th to 18^th December 2013 at Serena Hotel, Islamabad.

Important dates

Proposal Submission due: September 30, 2013

Presentation of selected ideas: December 16-18, 2013 (during FIT 2013)

Results announcement: December 18, 2013

Organized & Co sponsored by

Comsat Institute of Information Technology (CIIT)

&

National Testing Service (NTS)

CommonWealth General Scholarship Program-2014

Hamdard University Islamabad Admissions

Admission Office Timings:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 am To 04:00 pm
• Saturday and Sunday: off

Instructions for submitting Application Form

1. Application form should be complete in all respects. Attach following documents with application form: i. Three passport size photographs ii. Copy of CNIC or Form-B iii. SSC iv. FSc / DAE / Equivalent Certificate / Hope Certificate (if result not announced).
2. Attach Pay Order / Bank Draft in favor of 'Hamdard University' for i. Rs 1400/- if Prospectus is required ii. Rs 1200/- if Prospectus is not required.
3. Above amount can also be deposited online in Account No. 0148-1002483833 of Hamdard University, Islamabad Campus, in any branch of Bank Al-Falah throughout Pakistan. Attach electronic receipt (in original) with application form.
4. Application Form should be submitted by hand or through postal mail / courier services at the following address: Hamdard University, Islamabad Campus, Johar Road, F-8 Markaz, Islamabad.
5. On receipt of application form, Admit Card and Prospectus (if paid for it) will be sent to the mailing address given in your application form.

The University admits academically sound individuals on the basis of merit determined by the pre-university academic record and its own admission test. The admission tests are held at Islamabad and Lahore  The venue and the general instructions for the tests are intimated along with the dispatch of admit cards. Keeping in view their convenience, the applicants are allowed to choose their test centers. The collection of the admit cards for the admission test is the prime responsibility of the applicants. However those applicants, who fail to receive their cards three days prior to the test, are advised to contact the Admission Office immediately. The eligibility conditions for each course of study are stated in the relevant section of the faculties in the Prospectus. The candidates may apply for provisional admission if they are waiting for their results in qualifying examinations for the fulfillment of eligibility. Such applicants are required to provide a certificate from the Head/Principal of their current Institute/College certifying that the applicant is expected to pass the pre-requisite examinations as per Institution/University criterion.

Curfew to remain effective in Bhakkar until restoration of peace

Curfew to remain effective in Bhakkar until restoration of peace: Chief Secretary Punjab

LAHORE: Chief Secretary Punjab Javed Aslam has said that curfew will remain effective in Bhakkar until the situation will return to normal following the Friday’s sectarian clashes that left 12 people dead.

He stated this while chairing a high-level meeting regarding prevailing law and situation in Bhakkar after the deadly sectarian clashes. The meeting was attended by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab, Home Secretary, Secretary Auqaf, Secretary Information and other higher officials.

Javed Aslam said that no one will be allowed to violate the law, and that strict action will be initiated against the perpetrators involved in the sectarian clashes.

It may be mentioned that a strict indefinite curfew was imposed from 10:00 am onwards in Bhakkar and other restive districts on Saturday in order to ward off any further violence.

Police officials said the curfew will remain enforced until further orders in Bhakkar, Darya Khan, Kotla Jam, Panj Garaeen, and Kahawar Kalan as these districts are most vulnerable to violence.

The Executive District Officer (EDO) Education Qazi Zahoor Hussain said that all the institutes will remain closed in the areas under curfew.

District Police Officer, Sarfaraz Falki told a private news channel that additional contingents of police and Rangers have been deployed in the restive districts.

Pakistan hockey team beats Japan by 7-0

KARACHI: Pakistan Hockey team have defeated Japan in the opening match of Aisa Cup with a huge margin of 7-0 on Saturday in Ipoh.

Green shirts have outclassed the opponents in a one sided contest in the first group match.

Pakistan had launched the counter attack from the beginning with the first goal by Mohammad Waqas in the thirteenth minute of the first half.

They kept the firm grip on the match and scored six goals in the first half and Japan seemed helpless to restrict them.

Mohammad Waqas, Mohammad Tauseeq and Mohammad Imran scored two goals each.  

Pakistan is drawn in pool “A” with Pakistan, Malaysia, Japan, Chinese Taipei while pool “B” consist of South Korea, India, Bangladesh and Oman.

Pakistan will take on their toughest opponent of group, Malaysia in the second group on Sunday.

Pakistan had appeared winner of the first three events in 1982, 1985 and 1989.

Major threats for Pioneer of launching Asia Cup, Pakistan are India, Pakistan and Malaysia, which they will face in semi-finals.

In 2009 Pakistan was the runners up of the tournament, when they lost to Korea at Kuanta, Malaysia. 

Pakistan wasn’t able to qualify for the World cup after getting seventh position in World Hockey League.

Asia Cup is a must win situation for Pakistan to qualify for the World Cup otherwise it would be the first time in Pakistan 64 years hockey history that it will be out of the mega event.

Rain hits Australia's victory hopes

LONDON: Australia's hopes of forcing a consolation win in their Ashes finale against England were left hanging by a thread after rain washed out the whole of the fourth day's play at The Oval on Saturday.

Conditions worsened throughout the day and, with rain pelting down under increasingly dark skies, the umpires finally abandoned play for the day at 4.06pm local time (1506GMT) with only a handful of hardy spectators, some sheltering under umbrellas, still in the ground.

The bad weather was especially frustrating for Australia, who were seeking a first win in nine Tests and trying to avoid their first Ashes series without a Test victory since 1977.

England, who at 3-0 up had already won the five-match series and retained the Ashes, were 246 for four at stumps on the third day in reply to Australia's first innings 492 for nine declared,

That left England 245 runs behind and still requiring a further 46 runs to avoid the follow-on.

Ian Bell, who came into this match having scored exactly 500 runs in the series with three hundreds, was 29 not out and Test debutant Chris Woakes unbeaten on 15.

The way England batted on Friday, scoring at barely two runs per an over, suggested they were in no mood to give arch-rivals Australia a sniff of victory.

Australia now face the improbable task of having to take 16 wickets for victory on Sunday's final day -- if the weather allows.

However, England did take nine Australia wickets in under a session as they won the fourth Test in Durham by 74 runs with more than a day to spare.