BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulations on Thursday with President Denis Sassou Nguesso of the Republic of the Congo on the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, and vowed to join Sassou in promoting the strategic partnership of the two sides. The friendship between China and the Republic of the Congo has stood the test of time, Xi remarked. Over …

XIAMEN: In the city of Xiamen, east China’s Fujian Province, nature surprises visitors with its beauty: egrets dance on Yundang Lake, Gulangyu Island’s greenery contrasts with its red tiles, and the sea and sky blend seamlessly in Wuyuan Bay. Chinese President Xi Jinping cherishes Xiamen deeply. From his post in the coastal city to leadership roles in Fujian and the …

BEIJING: Ever since Chinese President Xi Jinping introduced the term “new productive forces” in September last year, foreign think tanks and media outlets have widely discussed the concept. In a recent high-level meeting, new productive forces were again the focus of discussion, bringing attention to its various implications. What is the true meaning of the term? More importantly, what is …

BEIJING: The recent remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, “If you’re not at the table in the international system, you’re going to be on the menu,” carries a comically menacing undertone. One might jestingly inquire, “Who talks like that? Hannibal Lecter?” Blinken’s statement at the recently concluded Munich Security Conference also makes one wonder how U.S. Western allies …

BEIJING: A total of 214 cities in 29 provinces across China had established real estate financing coordination mechanisms as of Feb. 20, forming part of the country’s efforts to promote the sound development of the property market. China’s Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development said Tuesday that it had issued batches of “white lists” involving 5,349 real estate projects eligible …

BEIJING: The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) has released the revised regulations on the Party’s disciplinary inspections. Based on the Party Constitution and the achievements made in the theoretical, practical and institutional innovation of the inspection work in the new era, the revised regulations further improve the institutions, mechanisms and responsibility system for disciplinary inspections, according …

Aerobic exercises are any type of physical activity that raises your heart rate and increases your breathing for an extended period of time. Aerobic exercises can help with weight loss by burning calories and increasing your metabolism. Regular aerobic exercise can also improve cardiovascular health, increase muscle tone, and reduce stress levels. In this article, we share a list of …

The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday ruled that the resignation or retirement of an apex court judge would not dispose of Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) proceedings already under way against them. A five-member bench delivered a four-to-one majority decision during a hearing on the federal government’s intra-court appeal against the apex court’s 2023 verdict in the Afiya Shehrbano Zia case, …

The federal government announced on Wednesday an increase in the prices of 146 critical life-saving medicines. The decision, conveyed through a drug price hike notification, primarily targets essential medications crucial for treating conditions such as cancer, vaccines, and antibiotics. Health Ministry officials have disclosed that the move follows a recommendation from the Drug Regulatory Authority, which proposed an increase in the …

An Italian woman stands at the center of a startling case involving a purported 17 pregnancies, prompting authorities to scrutinise her for allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated maternity benefits scam spanning over 24 years. Barbara Ioele, aged 50, has found herself ensnared in a web of deception, accused of fabricating a series of pregnancies 12 resulting in natural abortions and 5 …

In a historic move set to mark a significant milestone in the reign of King Charles III, the Bank of England has unveiled plans to introduce new banknotes featuring the portrait of the monarch. Amidst the backdrop of his courageous battle with cancer, the 75-year-old monarch is poised to achieve yet another remarkable feat as his likeness adorns the nation’s …

The Sindh High Court has once again ordered the immediate restoration of internet services and social media platforms, adjourning the hearing until March 5. The court also sought a response from the federal government on the issue. The SHC was hearing a petition filed by Advocate Jibran Nasir against the blocking of internet and social media platforms in the country, particularly …

Bollywood actors Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani got married in an Anand Karaj ceremony in Goa on Wednesday. However, fans are eagerly awaiting their wedding pictures. The duo is now husband and wife. Following the traditional Anand Karaj ceremony, a Sindhi wedding ceremony is to follow. The couple was joined by family and closest friends as they got married …

In a move against slanderous campaigns on social media targeting the Election Commission and government officials, the caretaker government has announced the formation of a new Joint Investigation Team (JIT) for thorough investigations. The decision comes amidst growing concerns over the spread of misinformation and attempts to manipulate public opinion through deceptive tactics. The caretaker government has vowed to uphold …

The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed the case against alleged rigging in the recently held general elections after seeking damages worth Rs500,000 from the petitioner. A three-judge bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, heard the petition. Other members of the bench included Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar and Justice Musarrat Hilali. As the …

Kieron Pollard’s blistering 21-ball 49 and Mir Hamza’s bowling brilliance (3-28) powered the Karachi Kings to a seven-wicket victory against Peshawar Zalmi in the sixth match of the ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday. KARACHI KINGS’ INNINGS Chasing a target of 154, the Kings swept past Zalmi in the 17th over …

BEIJING: Various parties, including China, expressed strong disappointment by and dissatisfaction with the United States once again vetoing a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) draft resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday. “The U.S. veto pushes the situation in Gaza into a more dangerous one,” spokesperson Mao Ning said at a …

SINGAPORE: Chinese passenger jet C919 debuted in a flight demonstration at the Singapore Airshow, which kicked off on Tuesday. Two C919 narrow-body aircraft and three ARJ21 jetliners developed by the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, Ltd (COMAC) attended the airshow. Two Chinese air-service companies, the Tibet Airlines and Henan Civil Aviation Development and Investment Group, signed orders for 40 units …

BRUSSELS: A Belgian animal park on Tuesday announced that three of its five pandas will leave for China this year. Tian Bao, born in 2016, and twins Bao Di and Bao Mei, born in 2019, will leave Pairi Daiza Park in Hainault in the autumn of 2024. “Our three ‘baby’ pandas, cherished by all since their arrival, will have to …

BEIJING: Trade protectionist measures taken by the United States and Europe will hurt their own long-term development and encumber the progress and prosperity of the world, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said here Tuesday. It was reported that the United States is considering restricting imports of Chinese smart cars and related components by non-tariff means. The EU has launched an …

UNITED NATIONS: The United States on Tuesday vetoed a Security Council draft resolution that would have demanded an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza. The draft resolution won 13 votes in favor among the 15 members of the Security Council. The United States voted against it. Britain abstained. To be adopted, a Security Council draft resolution needs at least nine votes …

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is the body’s inability to regulate the level of glucose in the blood. Glucose is the main form of sugar in the body. The body breaks down food into glucose and uses it as a source of energy. In healthy people insulin helps to regulate the glucose (sugar) levels. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas …

Despite the suspension of notification regarding the victory of three MNAs by the Islamabad High Court, the final fate of the alleged election-rigging disputes are likely to be decided by the election tribunals, which is a time-consuming process. However, the current week is very significant as either the superior judiciary or the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will look into …

The caretaker government on Monday fulfilled a longstanding demand of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) by granting it the status of a full-fledge division thus allowing it complete financial autonomy. The decision was taken by the Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar, following which a notification was issued to elevate the IB as a division. According to the notification, the IB director …

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that he foresees a stalemate in government formation “if someone is not ready to change their stance”. Speaking to reporters at the Supreme Court today, the former foreign minister said the PPP and him are adamant on their stance, highlighting that it will not be changed at any cost. “If someone else wants to …

Jamaat-i-Islami Senator Mushtaq Ahmad on Tuesday demanded that Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja resign from his post and proceedings under Article 6 (high treason) of the Constitution be initiated against him. He passed these remarks as the upper house of Parliament convened for the second day. During the session, a number of senators raised concerns regarding allegations of poll …

Pakistani actress Sana Javed reacted to the chants of Tennis star Sania Mirza by a few people from the audience when Sana arrived to watch Karachi Kings’ match against Multan Sultan to support her husband Shoaib Malik at the Pakistan Super League PSL-9. A few people from the audience screamed the name of Shoaib Malik ex-wife Sania Mirza in a …

The latest reports from a reliable BMW insider suggest that the upcoming BMW M5 is poised to break new ground in power and size, albeit with some concerns about its weight. According to information shared by a member of the Bimmer Post forums known for accurate predictions, the next-generation M5, codenamed G90, will inherit its powertrain from the controversial XM …

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Qazi Faez Isa questioned was this case (Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto judicial murder case) was not an opportunity for both institutions Armed Forces of Pakistan and the Supreme Court to get rid of the accusations against themselves. “The army does not impose martial law as an institution. Some people act as individuals. Sometimes there has to …

Amidst ongoing disruptions to social media platform X formerly known as Twitter Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) announced to file a petition in the Islamabad High Court, challenging what he termed as “dictatorial acts” by the government. Speaking out against the prolonged outage, PTI’s stalwart Ali Muhammad Khan, in a message posted on X denounced the government’s actions as undemocratic and vowed …

Most recently, China’s State Council Information Office has released a white paper titled “China’s Legal Framework and Measures for Counterterrorism which vividly reflects strategic importance of the Chinese wisdom to eradicate terrorism and dangerous tendencies through legal measures. It is China’s first national white paper on this particular issue which is drafted on the core injunctions of international jurisprudence i.e. …

ACCRA: The strong and growing Africa-China relations could be partly attributed to the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a Ghanaian expert has said. Paul Frimpong, executive director of the Africa-China Center for Policy and Advisory, a think tank based in Ghana, told Xinhua in a written interview that Africa has been benefiting from the BRI to boost infrastructure development. …

HARBIN: Harbin, capital city of northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, has reported both record visitor numbers and tourism revenue during the eight-day Spring Festival holiday. The city attracted over 10.09 million visits from Feb. 10 to 17, with a soaring average daily increase of 81.7 percent year on year. Such a booming tourism market helped Harbin rake in a record high …

MADRID: China is willing to maintain high-level exchanges with Spain so as to lift bilateral ties to a higher level, said visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi when meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez here on Monday. To this end, China stands ready to strengthen the synergy of development strategies, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, and enhance people-to-people and cultural …

BEIJING: China’s securities regulator has said that it will respond to market concerns promptly and work together with all sides to promote the development of the capital market. Opinions and suggestions, including criticism, will be taken seriously, and pragmatic and feasible suggestions will be implemented in a timely manner, a leading official of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) said …

KUNMING: Chinese researchers have found a new plant species of the Rubiaceae family in southwest China’s Yunnan Province, according to the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). The findings, made by researchers from the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) of the CAS, were recently published in the journal Phytotaxa. During a botanical expedition to a local nature reserve in Yunnan Province, …

CORDOBA, Spain: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the importance of embracing a win-win approach for the future of humanity on Sunday at a joint press conference with his Spanish counterpart Jose Manuel Albares in the southern Spanish city Cordoba. Lose-lose is not a rational choice, and win-win should be the future of humanity, said Wang, who is also a …

MUNICH, Germany: The 60th edition of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) wrapped up its three-day gathering here on Sunday, with participants calling for enhanced international cooperation to address the world’s pressing challenges. Decision-makers and world elites engaged in productive discussions on enhancing the global system, ensuring that all stakeholders benefit more equitably. They agreed that promoting positive-sum cooperation is crucial …

Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi has said the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs would forward a summer to convene the National Assembly after the Election Commission of Pakistan releases the list of elected candidates. According to the Constitution, the president is bound to convene the NA session after the official announcement of election results or issuance of its notification within 21 …

‘Oppenheimer’, the three-hour epic chronicling the creation of the atomic bomb during World War Two, triumphed at the BAFTA Film Awards on Sunday, clinching top honors for best film and best director, among others. Directed by Nolan, the film not only secured recognition for its cinematic prowess, but also garnered accolades for its leading actors and technical achievements. Cillian Murphy, …