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 "Pakistan XI for Asia Cup 2023 Super Clash vs Sri Lanka!" I can provide you with a rewritten summary of the content with a more casual, human touch: "Big Match Alert: Pakistan's XI for Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 Showdown vs Sri Lanka! 🏏 It's game time as Pakistan gears up to take on Sri Lanka in a thrilling Asia Cup 2023 clash, set for Thursday, September 14, at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Sri Lanka. Leading the charge for Pakistan is the dynamic skipper, Babar Azam. Their journey has seen ups and downs, with a tough loss to India by 228 runs but a convincing victory over Bangladesh with 7 wickets in hand. Now, their fate hinges on outclassing Sri Lanka in this Super Four decider to secure their spot in the Asia Cup 2023 final. Let's talk about Pakistan's predicted lineup for this crucial match: 🏏 Fakhar Zaman - The left-handed opener, Fakhar Zaman, is expected to lead the charge. However, his performance so far in the tournament has been underwhelmi...

 "Auto sales soar by 49% post import controls lifted!  The auto sector’s profitability is expected to face further obstacles due to the imposition of a 10% super tax. photo: file KARACHI: Automobile sales surged to 7,579 units in August 2023, posting a staggering 49% month-on-month (MoM) increase. However, on a year-on-year (YoY) basis, sales of vehicles decreased by 36%. According to data released by the Pakistan Automobile Manufacturers Association (PAMA), sales of cars in the first two months (July-August) of current financial year dropped by 47% as compared to the same period of last year and reached 12,671 units. Arif Habib Limited auto analyst Muhammad Abrar Polani, in his report, attributed the decline in YoY vehicle sales to increasing prices of cars, expensive auto financing and the limited purchasing power of consumers. Talking to The Express Tribune, Polani said “car sales have increased MoM. But the YoY slowdown is the result of expensive auto financing. Besides, a...

 "Babar Azam Claims ICC Player of the Month Award" "Pakistan's skipper, Babar Azam, has clinched the prestigious title of 'ICC Men's Player of the Month' for the third time in his career. The International Cricket Council (ICC) made the announcement on Tuesday, confirming Babar's outstanding performance in August 2023. Babar Azam's remarkable form has catapulted him to the pinnacle of ICC rankings, where he currently holds the number one spot for batsmen with an impressive 882 points. His exceptional talent was on full display when he smashed his 31st century across all formats during Pakistan's clash with Nepal in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023. Notably, he achieved this milestone in just 102 innings, surpassing Hashim Amla's record of 104 innings. This century also places Babar in esteemed company, alongside cricket legends like Javed Miandad and Saeed Anwar. He now stands just behind Younis Khan (41), Mohammad Yousuf (39), and Inzamam-ul-Haq...

 "More trouble for Pakistan as Salman Ali Agha's injury casts doubt on his availability against Sri Lanka." "Salman Ali Agha's participation against Sri Lanka is uncertain after his injury in the Pakistan-India clash. Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah are also unfit, raising doubts about their next Asia Cup 2023 appearance. During the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match, Agha was struck in the face while attempting a sweep off Jadeja. Following the game, he received medical attention at the hospital, where doctors attended to his nose. Sources suggest that Saud Shakeel may replace Agha in the playing XI against Sri Lanka due to his uncertain condition. Team management provided an update on Agha's injury, stating that his face is swollen but he is improving. Regarding Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah, Pakistan has named Shahnawaz Dahani and Zaman Khan as backups following their injuries in the India match. This decision aims to prioritize the players' fitness for the upcoming ...

 "President Alvi set to announce election date, sparking potential crisis in Pakistan." Arif Alivi President of Pakistan  In meeting with Dr Alvi, caretaker law minister expresses his view that election date announcement is ECP's prerogative By Web DeskSeptember 11, 2023 President Arif Alvi in this undated image. — APP President Arif Alvi in this undated image. — APP The country is likely to plunge into chaos as President Arif Alvi is expected to announce the date for the general elections anytime soon, sources said on Monday, as the differences among the political circles on the timing of polls continue to grow. The sources privy to the development also said that President Alvi met the interim law minister to discuss the matter of polls. However, the interim minister was of the view that the announcement of the election date is the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) prerogative. However, sources within the Presidential Palace claimed that the idea of Dr Alvi...

 "Govt weighs law for digital economy boost " Caretaker PM Kakar Aims for Digital Economy Boost In a bid to digitize the economy, the interim government is exploring legislative changes, empowering the Ministry of Information Technology to play a central role in data collection, and expanding the tax base beyond 4.2 million filers. Sources reveal that discussions on increasing income tax return filers were held, involving Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) presented suggestions during a briefing to the prime minister, which were further discussed at the SIFC meeting. The Ministry of Information Technology proposed a central role in data collection to boost the tax base, which was approved by the SIFC. Minister Umar Saif emphasized the digitization of the economy and taxation system, aiming to bring more people into the tax net and collect due taxes. While the formal and informa...

 "Colombo's Weather Today: Super 4 Asia Cup 2023 - India vs. Pakistan Match CANCELLED on Reserve Day. Details Below." "India vs. Pakistan, Asia Cup 2023 Super 4: The MET department predicts ongoing rain in Colombo for Monday's Reserve Day. Incessant rain on Sunday limited India's innings to 24.1 overs. The match resumes at 3 pm IST, requiring a minimum of 20 overs in each innings for an ODI status. The weather forecast for Monday in Colombo remains grim with a 97% chance of rain, 81% humidity, and 99% cloud cover. Around 17.9mm of rain is expected in the afternoon, decreasing to 80% chance by evening. India will restart their innings at 147 for 2. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill's partnership of 121 runs set the stage before rain intervened. Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Khan claimed key wickets, and play was halted for nearly four hours on Sunday."