XIAMEN: Vice Premier He Lifeng on Sunday encouraged foreign-funded enterprises to participate in China’s high-quality development and seek more business opportunities in the cause of Chinese modernization. He, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when addressing the opening ceremony of the 24th China International Fair for Investment and …

BEIRUT: Hezbollah claimed on Sunday morning that it had struck two Israeli settlements with batches of Katyusha and Falaq rockets. In separate statements, the Shiite group said its fighters launched two attacks on the Kiryat Shmona settlement in northern Israel and another attack on the Shamir settlement on the western slopes of the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, with barrages of rockets. …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan expressed strong views on the recent revival of amendments to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws, calling it an embodiment of elite culture and a pathway to national destruction. In an informal conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail on Saturday, Imran Khan criticized the selective application of justice, saying that the revival of NAB …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to hold a high-level meeting and workshop, “Connection Camp”, on September 22 to discuss the future of the green team. According to sources, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will chair the meeting, featuring head coaches Jason Gillespie and Gary Kirsten, senior cricketers, coaches, and officials. Sources revealed that the meeting will discuss the future …

BISP to abolish franchise system after corruption complaintsThe authorities have decided to abolish the franchise system of the BISP after disclosure of massive corruption, sources said on Saturday. After corruption complaints Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Rubina Khalid has decided to abolish the franchise system to distribute monetary support to poor and needy people. Sources said that the BISP …

In a major development for Pakistan’s energy sector, top security officials have revealed the identification of the world’s fourth-largest oil and gas reserves in the seas off the coast of Pakistan. The officials said the discovery, which has the potential to transform the country’s economy, was confirmed following the completion of an extensive geographic survey that took more than three …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Chairman Imran Khan has accepted the resignation of Omar Ayub from his position as the party’s general secretary. In a swift move to fill the vacancy, Imran Khan has nominated prominent lawyer and party leader Salman Akram Raja as the new secretary general of the PTI. Omar Ayub, who tendered his resignation from the party post, …

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi said on Saturday that all the teams will participate in the forthcoming Champions Trophy, slated to happen in February next year. Expressing his thoughts, Naqvi spoke about the appointment of BCCI Secretary Jay Shah as the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman. “We remain in contact with Jay Shah. We have no …

A terrorist attack on the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Mohmand district was successfully thwarted by security forces early on September 6, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The incident, which could have resulted in significant damage, ended with the elimination of four suicide bombers before they could carry out their deadly mission. ISPR reported that the attack took …

Actor Fahad Mustafa claims that he would have been running a biryani restaurant if he hadn’t entered the world of acting. Mustafa is regarded as one of the country’s most successful actor because of his outstanding performances in numerous dramas and films. He has also demonstrated his abilities as a prosperous producer in the nation by producing several huge hits. …

GAZA: The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has risen to 40,939, Gaza-based health authorities said in a statement on Saturday. During the past 48 hours, the Israeli military killed 61 people and wounded 162 others, bringing the total death toll to 40,939 and injuries to 94,616 since the Palestinian-Israeli conflict broke out last October, …

BEIJING: Key documents of the third plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee have been published in 10 foreign languages and seven ethnic-minority languages. The documents are the Communique of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, the Resolution of the CPC Central Committee on Further Deepening Reform Comprehensively to Advance Chinese …

HAIKOU: As of 3 p.m. Saturday, Super Typhoon Yagi has killed four people and injured 95 others in south China’s Hainan Province, local authorities said at a press conference on Saturday evening. More than 526,000 people across Hainan have been affected by the typhoon, according to the provincial emergency management department. Yagi, the 11th typhoon of the year, made landfall …

PARIS: Chinese powerlifter Tan Yujiao broke her own world record and secured her third consecutive Paralympic gold medal in the women’s up to 67kg category on Friday, when she was elected as a member of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athletes’ Council. “This is my third para powerlifting gold medal, and this time, it is different because my performance was …

Global tech giant, Google, Thursday launched an initiative to produce half a million Chromebooks in Pakistan, marking the occasion by presenting the first device to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at a ceremony in Islamabad. President of Google Asia Pacific (APAC) Scott Beaumont presented locally manufactured Chromebooks to the prime minister. Addressing the ceremony, the prime minister appreciated the contribution of …

Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday nullified the appointment of NADRA Chairman, Lieutenant General Munir Afsar. As per details, the court approved the petition challenging the appointment of NADRA chairman and ruled in favor of the petitioner. Justice Asim Hafeez of the Lahore High Court announced the verdict after hearing arguments from both sides. The petitioner, a woman, had challenged …

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has written a letter to the Peshawar High Court (PHC) Chief Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim, requesting formation of a judicial commission to probe May 9 riots. According to sources, the KP government has asked PHC to appoint a judge to head the commission, which will probe the events of May 9 and identify those responsible. The …

The total outstanding dues of various sectors of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) have climbed to Rs 786 billion. According to sources, the import bill for RNLG (Re-gasified Liquefied Natural Gas) has surpassed Rs 506 billion, while Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) owes PSO Rs 506 billion for LNG supply. The power sector’s dues have also crossed Rs 186 billion, …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday announced captains and squads of the five Champions One-Day Cup teams. The tournament will be played in Faisalabad from 12-29 September. The captains were appointed by the five team mentors: Misbah-ul-Haq (Wolves), Saqlain Mushtaq (Panthers), Sarfaraz Ahmed (Dolphins), Shoaib Malik (Stallions) and Waqar Younis (Lions). Pakistan’s Test vice-captain Saud Shakeel has been appointed …

The nation marked its 59th Defence Day on Friday to commemorate the sacrifices of fallen heroes of the 1965 war against India. A change of guards was held in major centres, including the Quaid’s mausoleum in Karachi and Allama Iqbal’s in Lahore. According to state-owned Radio Pakistan, “It was on this day in 1965 the Indian forces crossed international border …

Summer 2024 sweltered to Earth’s hottest on record, making it even more likely that this year will end up as the warmest humanity has measured, European climate service Copernicus reported Friday. And if this sounds familiar, that’s because the records the globe shattered were set just last year as human-caused climate change, with a temporary boost from an El Nino, …

Pakistani athlete Haider Ali, who hails from Gujranwala, threw the season-best discus with 52.54 meters in the first throw of the final of the Men’s Discus Throw and won a bronze medal at the Paralympics. The competition for discus throws was held in Paris. Haider’s first throw was 52.28 meters. Haider Ali’s second, third, fourth, and fifth attempts have been …

The Supreme Court has restored the amendments to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) law, approving the federal government’s intra-court appeal against the nullification of the amendments. The verdict, delivered by a five-member bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, overturns the prior decision of a two-member bench that had invalidated the amendments. The court ruled unanimously, …

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced the successful conclusion of its art competition for the design of a new banknote series, celebrating the creativity and talent of local artists and designers. The competition, which saw widespread participation from across the country, aimed to reflect Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage and progressive vision in the upcoming banknote designs. The SBP …

PARIS: Chinese swimmers triumphed over Team USA in the mixed 4x50m medley relay 20 points final at the Paris La Defense Arena on Thursday evening, securing the 70th gold for the Chinese delegation at the Paris Paralympics and solidifying their position at the top of the Games’ medal table. The Chinese team, consisting of Lu Dong, Zhang Li, Wang Lichao, …

BEIJING: China and Africa have been more closely bonded in their pursuit of modernization as Chinese President Xi Jinping announced here on Thursday an upgrade of China-Africa relations and unveiled 10 partnership actions. In his keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), Xi proposed that bilateral relations between China and …

Many adults develop eyesight issues between their mid-40s and early 50s. Poor vision at close distances is one of the most common challenges. This article explores the top six ways to improve your vision over 50. Eat for Your Eyes A healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of eye health problems. Eating the right food is the best way …

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has asked Javed Iqbal Bajwa, the brother of former Army Chief Qamar Javed Bajwa, to resign after his FA (Intermediate) certificate was proven fake. According to sources, Bajwa had submitted a fake FA certificate from Lahore Board, which was verified and found to be bogus. He was asked to resign from his position as Deputy Station …

Torrential rains in Baluchistan have claimed 40 lives, Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has said in its report. In last 24 hours flash floods claimed life of a man. “Overall, 24 children, 13 men and three women have died in various rain-related incidents in the province, such as lightning strikes, roof and wall collapses,” PDMA said in its report. Moreover, …

New incidents of violence have been reported in Manipur, leading to the reimposition of curfew in Imphal Valley and surrounding areas. According to recent reports, five houses were burned down in a village near Imphal, marking a new chapter in the ongoing unrest. The conflict primarily involves the Meitei and Kuki communities, with accusations of orchestrated clashes between ethnic groups. …

Adil Murad the son of the legendary Pakistani actor Waheed Murad expressed his reservations about the prospect of a biopic on his father. The late Waheed Murad, who captivated audiences with his charismatic performances and distinctive style, remains a celebrated figure in Pakistani cinema. Known as the ‘Chocolate Hero,’ Murad’s illustrious career spanned from 1961 until his untimely death on …

During Senate session, Senator Ali Zafar voiced strong criticism over the state of sports in Pakistan, particularly cricket. While celebrating the recent success of javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem, whom he hailed as a national hero, Senator Zafar questioned the decline of other sports like hockey and squash, which were once Pakistan’s pride. Zafar lamented the downfall of cricket, saying, “Our …

Pakistan’s government has formally requested a $1.75 billion loan from commercial banks at higher interest rates as part of its efforts to meet the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for loan approval. Finance Ministry sources revealed that officials are in talks with three major banks to secure the loan, with the possibility of long-term financing at an …

In the in the National Assembly session on Thursday chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, the alarming rise in mental illness in Pakistan was highlighted. The Ministry of Health presented disturbing data revealing that over 80 million people in the country suffer from psychological problems. The ministry’s report emphasized that all major hospitals across Pakistan are equipped with psychiatric treatment facilities, …

Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, the director general of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), on Thursday provided an overview of the Pakistan Army’s ongoing counter-terrorism operations and internal accountability measures. During a briefing to the media, Chaudhry highlighted that the forces conducted over 32,000 intelligence-based operations against terrorists and their facilitators, with 4,021 operations carried out in the past month …

RIYADH: The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), a Saudi Arabian government agency financing projects in developing countries, welcomes the opportunity to cooperate with China in the future, the agency’s head has said. “Currently, we are cooperating with China through the Asian Development Bank. However, we would like to work jointly with China to expand our projects in any continent,” said …

NEW YORK: Four people were killed and nine wounded in a campus shooting at a high school in the U.S. state of Georgia on Wednesday, local authorities said. The four deceased are two students and two teachers at the Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, about 70 km north of Atlanta, Georgia’s biggest city. The shooter has been identified …

BEIJING: The ongoing 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) offers an array of side activities for foreign guests who have traveled from afar. When I opened a brochure introducing these activities, I found out that Silk Street, a landmark market in Beijing, was among the activity routes, alongside the Palace Museum, the Great Wall and other sites. …

Cloves are a useful spice that add warmth and sweetness to baked goods, sauces, meat rubs, marinades and drinks. Some people also use the dried flower buds and the leaves, stems and oil from clove trees to promote healing. Cloves are a popular herb therapy among people who use traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine. The spice comes from an …

Have you ever felt like your phone was eavesdropping on your conversations, serving up eerily relevant ads shortly after discussing a particular product or topic? While suspicions of such practices have long circulated, we now have concrete evidence from a Facebook partner company. A recent report has shed light on a controversial advertising technology known as “Active Listening.” This software, …