Shehzad Roy’s New Song Highlights the Pressures on Children in PakistanA Gentle Reminder About Childhood
Renowned singer and education advocate Shehzad Roy has released a new song, “Late Ho Gaye,” highlighting the pressures faced by children in Pakistan’s schooling system. The song encourages parents and society to rethink early academic expectations, heavy homework, and language challenges, advocating for a more holistic and nurturing approach to education. Through heartfelt lyrics and a poignant music video, Roy emphasizes that childhood should be a time for curiosity, creativity, and joy, sparking nationwide conversations on stress-free learning.
Pakistan to Take Final Call on T20 World Cup Participation by Next Week
Pakistan is set to make a final decision on its participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 by next week, following consultations between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the federal government. Interior Minister and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed that discussions with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif are ongoing, with all options under review. An official announcement is expected by Friday or early next week, bringing clarity ahead of the tournament scheduled to begin on February 7.