Published on, Aug. 25 -- August 25, 2025 12:32 AM

The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), on the request of the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), has blocked the bank account of the suspended Pakistan Weightlifting Federation (PWLF), marking the beginning of strict measures against violations in sports governance. The PSB made it clear that this action sends a strong message: there will be zero tolerance for irregularities, corruption or misuse of Pakistan's name in sports.

The PSB spokesperson said that the action was in line with the agenda of Director General PSB Muhammad Yasir Pirzada to ensure transparency, accountability and good governance in all sports organizations across Pakistan, said a press release issued here Sunday.

He stressed ...