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Mansehra Stadium Upgrade Claim: Approval Reported, Key Details Still Missing

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  Musarrat uLLAH jan , KikxNow Digital Creator A report circulating on X claims that the upgrade of Thakra Stadium has been formally approved, with a reported project cost of PKR 978 million. The development is being linked to efforts by Babar Saleem Swati and is described as a step toward improving sports facilities for the youth of Mansehra. The stated objective is to strengthen local sports infrastructure and provide better training and competition facilities for young athletes. However, important official details are still not publicly available. Key questions remain: Which authority granted the approval? Was it the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate? Has the project also been cleared by the Planning and Development Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa? Is this project included in the provincial Annual Development Program or launched under a separate scheme? What exactly will be constructed or upgraded under the PKR 978 million budget? What is the expected completio...
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Former PHF President Seeks Recovery of Personal Loan Extended to Federation

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan, KikxNow , Digital Creator Islamabad: Brig. (Retd.) Khalid Sajjad Khokhar has filed a petition stating that during his tenure as President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) in 2023, he extended a personal loan of Rs. 14,056,000 to the Federation to cover urgent financial and operational obligations. According to the petition, despite repeated requests and assurances from the PHF, the loan has not yet been repaid. Brig. Khokhar has formally requested recovery of the outstanding amount. The matter has been referred to the Adjudicator for adjudication and further proceedings. No comments have been issued by the PHF at this stage. #PakistanHockey #PHF #SportsGovernance #FinancialAccountability #SportsNews #HockeyPakistan  
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Serious Allegations Against Pakistan Taekwondo Federation: Over PKR 101 Million Allegedly Misused

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan, KikxNow , Digital Creator Rawalpindi/Islamabad: The Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF) is facing serious allegations that have raised eyebrows in the sports community. Mr. Muhammad Ilyas Afridi has filed a complaint claiming that the Federation unlawfully used his Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) and National Tax Number (NTN) to operate a bank account at Faysal Bank, Rawalpindi. According to the complaint, transactions exceeding PKR 101 million were conducted without his knowledge or consent. The case raises critical questions about financial governance and the legality of the Federation’s operations. It has now been referred to the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Adjudicator for formal investigation and adjudication. Sports circles and the public are closely watching the outcome, which could have wider implications for accountability and governance in Pakistan’s sports administration. #PakistanTaekwondo #SportsGovernance #FinancialTransparency ...
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Work From Home for Sports? Provincial Order Exposes Gaps in Policy Planning

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan, KikxNow , Digital Creator Peshawar: The provincial government recently issued a “work from home” order for Fridays in the name of fuel conservation. On the surface, this appears rational—energy saving is a legitimate concern. But when applied to the sports ministry, the policy exposes a series of glaring practical flaws that reveal a lack of understanding of operational realities. The sports ministry is not a typical office environment. Training athletes, supervising fieldwork, and preparing teams for competitions are inherently physical tasks. Asking coaches to “work from home” raises immediate questions: how will they provide meaningful training to athletes who are not physically present? Will mobile videos replace real-time feedback? Can a coach genuinely teach a forward how to kick, a defender how to intercept, or a goalie how to react through Zoom or WhatsApp videos? The gap between policy intention and practical execution is massive. Coaches are no...
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Peshawar T20: Cricket, Chaos, and the Citizen’s Burden

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan, KikxNow , Digital Creator Peshawar is hosting T20 cricket matches, and on paper, it sounds like a public service: sport for youth, competition to inspire, and supposedly, a boost to public morale. Official statements insist that these matches create “healthy competition” and serve “the welfare of citizens.” Reality, however, paints a very different picture. As soon as the T20 series began, roads from Hashtnagri to Government College and Bacha Khan Chowk were completely sealed. Pedestrians, vendors, shopkeepers, laborers—ordinary citizens trying to earn a living—were abruptly informed that their day-to-day survival could wait because cricket must happen. Security, the official excuse, has become a blunt instrument for collective punishment. One vegetable vendor summed it up perfectly: “Sir, my livelihood is on hold, but my son should come watch the match. Isn’t that what matters?” Ramadan or not, hunger does not pause for cricket, and yet citizens were repo...
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Peshawar National T20 Cup: Crores Spent, Players Receive Only Lakhs

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator In Pakistan cricket, it is often claimed that domestic cricket is being strengthened and young players are being given opportunities. However, when we take a closer look at the financial side of a tournament, a very different picture emerges. Similar questions are now being raised about the National T20 Cup held in Peshawar. On the surface, it appears to be a major cricketing event. Teams from different regions of Pakistan participate, matches are held, stadiums are activated, and the Cricket Board touts it as an important step for the promotion of domestic cricket. But when the expenses of the tournament are compared with the money that players actually receive, a clear discrepancy becomes evident. Starting with prize money, the total pool for the entire tournament is about PKR 8.5 million. Of this, the winning team receives roughly PKR 5 million, while the runner-up gets about PKR 2.5 million. The remaining money is distribut...
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PSL Media Accreditation: Protecting Commercial Rights or Controlling Journalism?

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator Cricket in Pakistan is no longer just a sport. It has become a major commercial industry. At the center of that industry is the Pakistan Super League, a tournament built around massive broadcast deals, sponsorship contracts, and commercial partnerships. In such an environment, media accreditation rules tend to become stricter. The latest accreditation terms issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board appear, at first glance, to be a routine administrative document. However, a closer reading raises an important question: are these rules simply logistical guidelines, or do they also introduce mechanisms that could potentially restrict journalistic work? The document states clearly that nothing in the accreditation terms is intended to undermine editorial independence. In principle, this is a necessary and positive assurance. No sports governing body should have the authority to limit a journalist’s right to comment, criticise, or analys...
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Peshawar T20 Team Selection Shuts Out Young Talent, Rewards Over-Aged Veterans

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow ,  Digital Creator Peshawar’s National T20 squad has been finalized, but the logic behind the selection raises serious questions. Players whose chances of making the Pakistan national team are already over have been included, while young, promising athletes—knocking on the door of the national side—have been left out. This move not only undermines the principles of merit but also jeopardizes the future of Pakistan cricket by discouraging the next generation. Fans and coaching staff are left baffled by this decision, calling for transparency and accountability in the selection process. #PakistanCricket #T20Selection #PeshawarCricket #YouthOverlooked #MeritMatters #CricketControversy #UnfairSelection    
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Peshawar Press Club Kicks Off 10-Day "Ramadan Hope Sports Gala"

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow ,  Digital Creator Peshawar: The 10-day "Ramadan Hope Sports Gala" was spectacularly inaugurated at the Peshawar Press Club, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Minister for Local Government and Higher Education, Mina Khan Afridi, gracing the ceremony as the chief guest. The event officially began as Minister Afridi played a ceremonial badminton match, marking the start of the sports gala. The Press Club administration and the organizing sports committee presented a special gala kit to the minister. A large gathering of Press Club officials, members of the governing body, and journalists participated in the opening ceremony and subsequent sports activities. Speaking at the event, Minister Afridi praised journalists for their dedication during challenging times and highlighted the importance of positive recreational activities. He announced a PKR 500,000 fund for the sports gala, promising that previously announced funds for the MCL would also be rel...
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Policy 2018: RTI Ignored for Over a Year

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  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow ,  Digital Creator Peshawar: More than a year has passed since a Right to Information (RTI) request was sent to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate, asking for details about the implementation of “Strategy-II” under the 2018 Sports Policy. This strategy focuses on turning sports into a viable industry and encouraging private sector investment. Despite the time lapse, no response has been received. The delay raises serious concerns about transparency, accountability, and whether promised reforms in sports management are actually being implemented. What the RTI Asked The RTI sought detailed information on` Private sector investment: Steps taken to attract businesses, former athletes, and community organizations to set up sports centers. Employment for retired athletes: Programs and numbers supporting retired players in private sports ventures. Talent development: Coaching and training for new athletes and monitoring the quality of the...
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