Aitchison Blue Crushes Habib Public School by 10 Wickets
The inaugural Aitchison International Inter-School Cricket Tournament kicked off in Lahore with two commanding victories. Host side Aitchison College Blue delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Habib Public School Karachi by 10 wickets in the tournament opener. The hosts laid the foundation for victory with disciplined bowling and sharp fielding, restricting their opponents to a modest total. Chasing the target, Aitchison’s opening pair displayed confidence and composure, completing the run chase without losing a wicket to seal an emphatic win and make an ideal start to their campaign.
Combined Schools Bangladesh Triumphs in Debut Match
In the second match of the day, Combined Schools Bangladesh marked their tournament debut in style by overcoming Govt Muslim Model School to secure two valuable points. The visiting side held their nerve under pressure and produced a composed performance to emerge victorious. The tournament, organized by Aitchison College, aims to promote cricketing talent among school students from Pakistan and abroad.
PA Approves Rs270.5 Billion Demands for Grants
Meanwhile, the Punjab Assembly approved demands for grants totaling Rs270.5 billion as the provincial government defended its budget. The approval came after a detailed debate, with treasury members highlighting development initiatives and opposition members raising concerns about fiscal management. The grants cover various sectors including education, health, and infrastructure.
