Here’s the verified situation: according to multiple Indian outlet reports, Pakistan’s hockey federation has formally informed the FIH and Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) that it is unable to send its senior team to the upcoming Men’s Hockey Asia Cup in India, citing security concerns and players’ reluctance to travel (Bhaskar English).

Officials from the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) have also confirmed that government clearance is still pending, with no final decision yet made. The matter remains under consideration by ministries of interior, foreign affairs, and sports (India Today).

Former hockey great Akhtar Rasool—now advising the AHF—has even suggested relocating Pakistan’s matches to a neutral venue if India cannot guarantee visas and player safety (Dawn).

Importantly, no official public statement has yet come directly from the Pakistani government confirming or denying the team’s withdrawal. Reports also mention that India’s Sports Ministry has stated that Pakistan would not be barred—in principle—from participating under the Olympic Charter, which prohibits host nations from politicizing multi-nation sport events (India Today).

✅ Summary Table

Unless new developments emerge—especially from official Pakistani sources—the reports stem primarily from Indian media and PHF communications. At present, a final decision appears pending, with the window still open for either participation (if visas and security assurances are granted) or withdrawal.

Would you like me to monitor further updates or provide background on Asia Cup qualification implications for Pakistan?

نئی دہلی: امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کی جانب سے  اضافی ٹیرف لگانے پر بھارت کا ردعمل سامنے آگیا۔

بھارتی وزات خارجہ کے ترجمان کی جانب سے جاری بیان میں کہا گیا ہے کہ  بھارت پراضافی ٹیرف عائد کرنے کا امریکی اقدام بےحد افسوسناک ہے، بھارت جو کررہا ہے وہی اقدامات کئی دوسرے ممالک بھی اپنے قومی مفاد میں کررہے ہیں۔

بیان میں مزید کہا گیا کہ امریکی اقدام  ناانصافی پر مبنی، بلاجواز اور غیرمنصفانہ ہیں، بھارت اپنے قومی مفادات کے تحفظ کے لیے تمام ضروری اقدامات کرے گا

You’re not mistaken — on August 6, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing an additional 25% tariff on imports from India, citing India’s purchase of Russian oil as a key issue. That increases the total U.S. tariff on Indian goods to 50%. These increased duties will come into effect 21 days later (AP News).

⚠️ Details & Timeline

• The initial 25% tariff was announced on July 30, set to begin August 1; it targeted Indian goods in response to trade barriers and India’s purchases of energy and arms from Russia (Politico).
• The additional 25% “penalty” tariff, raising the total to 50%, was formally enacted on August 6. It specifically targets India’s Russian oil imports and will become effective 21 days later, giving India a brief window to negotiate (AP News).

As of today, August 6, the combined tariff stands at 50%, though the full economic impacts will unfold after the effective date.

🔎 Economic & Market Impact

Impact on India

• Sectors likely hardest hit include textiles, garments, jewelry, auto parts, electronics, and marine products — many of which depend heavily on U.S. exports (reuters.com).
• Exporters in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Morbi (especially ceramics) are warning of reduced competitiveness, lost margins, and heightened planning uncertainty (reuters.com).
• Analysts expect export growth of Indian goods to decline, with potential GDP effects. Fitch has already trimmed India’s FY26 growth estimate to around 6.3% (www.ndtv.com, The Economic Times).

Impact on U.S. Consumers and Businesses

• Higher prices expected on products like Android smartphones, clothing, auto parts, and jewelry—U.S. consumers may face sticker shocks on even basic goods (Indiatimes).
• Although some exports (e.g. pharmaceuticals and electronics) were exempted initially, the broader tariffs could still ripple across the U.S. supply chain (www.ndtv.com).
• Corporate positioning impacted: ETFs tracking Indian equities, such as INDA, have dropped significantly amid investor concerns. India’s equities have slipped ~6% over the past month, contrasting sharply with gains in China’s ETFs (marketwatch.com).

Strategic Responses

• Despite rising tensions, companies like Apple, Google, Tesla, Costco, and others continue investing in India due to its key role in supply chain diversification. Google is building a major data center in Andhra Pradesh; Apple had already shifted part of its iPhone production to India—but now raises concerns about the new duty regime impacting that shift (reuters.com).
• India continues to engage in trade talks with the U.S., aiming for a fair and mutually beneficial agreement. Negotiations over agriculture and market access remain central sticking points. A bilateral trade pact is expected to progress in late 2025 (India Briefing).

📊 Summary Table

✅ In summary

Yes — as of August 6, 2025, the U.S. tariff on Indian imports will reach 50%, including a new penalty tied to India’s Russian oil trade. All measures take full effect 21 days after the order’s signing. Trade tensions are escalating, trade talks remain critical, and key export sectors in India along with U.S. consumers and international firms are bracing for impact.

کراچی:معروف پاکستانی گلوکارہ آئمہ بیگ رشتہ ازدواج میں منسلک ہو گئیں۔آئمہ بیگ نے اپنی شادی کی باقاعدہ تصدیق کرتے ہوئے مداحوں سے دعاؤں کی درخواست کی ہے۔آئمہ بیگ نے اپنی پوسٹ میں لکھا: “کل رات اپنے سب سے قریبی دوست سے شادی کر لی، الحمدللہ… ابھی تک خواب سا لگ رہا ہے، یہ واقعی ہو گیا

The English cricket board (ECB) and other cricket authorities have occasionally changed or adjusted the use of white balls due to performance issues, visibility concerns, and quality consistency, rather than outright banning them. However, if you’re referring to why certain white balls became controversial and were phased out or replaced, here’s the deeper context:

⚪ The “Controversial White Balls” — What Was the Issue?

White balls are used in limited-overs cricket (One Day Internationals and T20s) because they are more visible under floodlights. However, some brands and types of white balls became controversial due to:

1. Excessive Wear and Discoloration

• Early white balls, especially the Dukes and Kookaburra white balls, often lost their color quickly, becoming hard to see for fielders and batsmen.
• They would become dirty or brownish, reducing visibility and posing safety risks.
• This is one of the reasons two white balls are now used in ODIs—to avoid the wear seen when one ball was used for 50 overs.

2. Swing and Seam Inconsistency

• Some white balls, especially early versions, swung too much or behaved unpredictably, causing imbalance between bat and ball.
• For instance, Dukes white balls used in some English domestic competitions generated excessive lateral movement, favoring bowlers too heavily.

3. Lack of Durability

• Some balls would lose their shape or hardness, affecting both batting and bowling quality.
• Kookaburra white balls were criticized in England for going soft quickly, limiting bowlers’ effectiveness in the death overs.

🏏 ECB’s Response

Because of the above, the ECB and others:

• Switched to or standardized specific ball brands (e.g., consistently using Kookaburra or Dukes depending on conditions).
• Conducted trials with different balls in domestic competitions.
• Implemented two-ball systems in ODIs (one from each end) to maintain quality and fairness.

🔄 Current Practice

• In ODIs, two white balls (one from each end) are used to reduce wear.
• In T20s, a single white ball is used, but it’s only for 20 overs, so discoloration is less of a problem.
• The choice of white ball still varies by country and competition — England sometimes prefers Dukes, while others use Kookaburra.

If you meant a specific incident or year where a white ball was suddenly dropped by the ECB, let me know — I can dig into that exact case.