Web archive - April 29, 2025

Pakistan

Only 395 candidates clear CSS 2024 written exam, FPSC reveals

23,100 applied, 15,602 appeared, but only 395 passed the css 2024 exam, highlighting its intense competitiveness.

Sports, Cricket

IPL: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, becomes youngest century-scorer in T20 history

Vaibhav Suryavanshi becomes youngest to hit a T20 century, smashing a 35-ball ton for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025.

Entertainment, Sports

Eagles star QB Jalen Hurts opts to skip out on celebratory Super Bowl victory White House visit

"Umm..." — Jalen Hurts' silent response to a question about attending the White House speaks volumes.​

World

Iran seeks meeting with Europeans before next round of US nuclear talks

The proposed talks may signal Tehran's intent to maintain diplomatic momentum.

Pakistan

Pakistan Army shoots down Indian spy quadcopter along LoC

Quadcopter was attempting surveillance activities when it was intercepted and brought down by Pakistani troops.

Life & Style

Child damages $56 million Rothko painting at Rotterdam museum

Public access to high-value works sparks renewed debate in the art world

Entertainment

NCIS: Origins Finale: Gibbs' future, Lala’s car crash cliffhanger and new characters teased for season 2

The 'NCIS: Origins' finale leaves Lala’s fate uncertain after a shocking crash, as Gibbs’ story hints at big changes.

Sports

Rockets vs Warriors 106-109: Returning Butler, Curry the heroes for Golden State

Jimmy Butler scores 27 points as the Warriors edge the Rockets to take a 3-1 playoff series lead in San Francisco.

Entertainment

Beyoncé Cowboy Carter Tour opens with surprising ticket price drops and mixed fan reactions

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour opens with lower-than-expected ticket prices, sparking frustration among early buyers.

Sports, Cricket

Shoaib Akhtar hails Amir for playing mind games against Babar during HBL PSL

Shoaib Akhtar praises Mohammad Amir for outclassing Babar Azam mentally in their HBL PSL 10 clash in Lahore.