In last rule we studied the tenses which start in present and are reported at the same time. But this seldom is the case, most of the time Reported speech starts in past tense so the corresponding changes have to be made in them. following are some changes that we make to report a speech.

1: Direct speech in simple present is reported in simple past.
"I never go there", said Ali. Direct Speech
Ali said that he never went there. Indirect speech

2: Direct speech in Present continuous is reported in Past continuous.

Aleena said, "I am going to attend the convocation next week". Direct speech
Aleena said that she was going to attend the convocation the coming/following week. Indirect speech

3: Direct speech in Present Perfect is reported in Past Perfect.

He said, "I have completed my part of work". Direct speech
He said that he had completed his part of work. Indirect speech
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Exercise:
Ali said, "I am planning to leave this place".
Humaira said, "i have decided to marry Bilal".
Ahmad said, "I like to play cricket".
Bilal said, "she has performed well in exam".
She said, "we are trying to solve this computer problem".
"we win the match", said Akram.

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But when love is one sided, holding off is no more an option.