The federal interior minister Mohsin Naqvi denied any differences with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and said maintained those who are looking for so-called differences between him and the premier would be disappointed. He said a decision will be taken soon regarding the crackdown against illegal Afghan residents. He announced Necta will be fully operational. Naqvi acknowledged people are getting passports …

The affordability of cars for common consumers in Pakistan has become increasingly difficult. Reports indicate a significant decline in vehicle sales by almost 40% in the current financial year. Some reasons attributed by industry players to this decline in sales are economic conditions, including the depreciation of the Pakistani rupee against the dollar, soaring inflation rates, and the burden of …

The country has witnessed a reduction in the inflation rate for the second consecutive week, signalling a positive trend in the country’s economic landscape. According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the inflation rate has decreased by 1.10% within a week. The overall annual inflation rate now stands at 26.94%, showcasing a steady decline from previous levels. …

The Meteorological Department (PDMA) has predicted heavy rain, thunderstorms, and hail across the province until April 29. The impending weather system is expected to bring stormy rains to various districts, prompting authorities to issue precautionary advisories. According to a spokesperson from the PDMA, on April 28, stormy rains are anticipated in the districts of south Punjab, raising concerns for potential …

Army chief Gen Syed Asim Munir has reiterated the importance of unity and collective effort towards the development and prosperity of Pakistan. “We are all united as Team Pakistan,” stated the chief of army staff while addressing participants at the Green Pakistan Initiative Conference. He emphasized the need for a cohesive approach to tackle challenges and propel the nation towards …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Friday that China is happy to see a confident, open, prosperous and thriving United States, and hopes the United States can also look at China’s development in a positive light. “This is a fundamental issue that must be addressed, just like the first button of a shirt that must be put right, in …

BEIJING: The Chinese economy has seen its recovery gather steam in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, displaying strength and resilience and bringing much-needed certainty to an otherwise uncertain global economic landscape. In the first three months of the year, China’s GDP expanded 5.3 percent from one year earlier, accelerating from 5.2 percent in the previous quarter, data from the …

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday in Beijing. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that China’s attitude has always been consistent. China views and develops China-U.S. relations from the world vision of building a community with a shared …

CHONGQING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for building world-class military medical universities, stressing that they should serve the battlefield and troops, and embrace the future. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks during an inspection at the Army Medical University on Tuesday. Stressing the …

Israeli warplanes pounded the northern Gaza strip for a second day on Wednesday in a fierce assault that has shattered weeks of comparative calm, and Israel said it was moving forward with plans for an all-out assault on Rafah in the south. After an abrupt Israeli pullback at the start of this month, Palestinians at both ends of the Gaza …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup trophy will arrive in Pakistan tonight, on a three-day visit. As per details, the T20 World Cup trophy will be brought to the National Cricket Academy Lahore on Saturday at 4:30 PM. On the same day, the trophy will be presented at the Gaddafi Stadium during the Pakistan-New Zealand T20 international match. During …

The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday ordered removal of barriers outside the government and private buildings. The apex court ordered removal of barriers from outside of the Governor House and the CM House. The court ordered authorities for removal of all encroachments within three days and submit compliance report to the bench. Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Qazi …

Pakistan is again facing shortage of essential medicines, including life-saving drugs, causing stress for patients and citizens. According to drug inspectors’ revelations, Karachi, Islamabad is affected by shortage of key medicines, including vaccines, insulin for diabetes management, epilepsy drugs and several other products. Additionally, medicines for blood pressure control and other life-saving drugs are being sold at exorbitant prices in …

The Supreme Court (SC) has directed the authorities concerned to sell the land and compensate the affectees of Nasla Tower the multi-storey residential building razed on the apex court’s order. The top court headed by then CJP Gulzar Ahmed had ordered the demolition of the 15-storey residential complex in June 2021 due to illegal construction. Since then, the court had …

A young girl from Karachi, Pakistan, and her family have been given a new life by an Indian heart following a transplant procedure at MGM Healthcare in Chennai. Ayesha Rashan, a 19-year-old Pakistani girl, waited for five years with an ailing heart. On January 31, doctors at the MGM Healthcare in Chennai gave her the heart of a patient, who …

Nauman Ijaz a veteran figure in the Pakistani entertainment industry has sparked a conversation about the detrimental effects of contemporary television dramas on the sanctity of relationships. Known for his stellar performances in a myriad of iconic dramas, Ijaz recently made headlines for his candid remarks on the state of Pakistani television content. In a clip from a digital show, …

The breakthrough was achieved by a South Korean team using next-generation sodium batteries, which are safer and less expensive than the traditional lithium-ion batteries used in electric cars and cell phones. In addition to being 500 times more abundant than lithium, sodium (Na) also can be more efficient and charged than lithium-ion batteries. Na-ion batteries have so far been limited …

The Islamabad Accountability Court has barred PTI Founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi from making statements in the courtroom against state institutions and authorities. Judge Nasir Javed Rana issued a comprehensive order on a petition filed by Imran Khan for a fair trial. The order encompasses directives aimed at maintaining decorum within the courtroom and ensuring unbiased proceedings. …

The Supreme Court has overturned the suspension decision of Balochistan Assembly Speaker Abdul Khaliq Achakzai, reinstating him to his position. The court also annuls the Election Commission of Pakistan’s decision to order re-election at 12 polling stations of the PB-51 Chaman constituency. During the hearing, Justice Aminuddin questioned under which regulation the commission ordered re-election at 12 polling stations. Justice …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa have expressed their fondness for the food available in Karachi during their separate engagements in the city. Addressing businessmen in the port city on Wednesday, Prime Minister Sharif urged them to show Pakistan’s rich culinary heritage to a large investors’ delegation arriving from Saudi Arabia soon. He asked …

The renowned sinologist and former ambassador Syed Hasan Javed unveils the successful journey of China’s poverty alleviation campaign with Chinese characteristics that have uplifted more than 800 million people out of poverty and set an example for international community as well that is facing the same kind of challenge of poverty. The book “How China Became Rich? From Poverty to …

CHONGQING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for building world-class military medical universities, stressing that they should serve the battlefield and troops, and embrace the future. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks during an inspection at the Army Medical University on Tuesday. Stressing the …

BEIJING: Some Western countries have lately been accusing China of “overcapacity,” which is baseless hype and China firmly rejects it, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday. The G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting issued a communique recently, claiming that China’s non-market policies and practices are leading to “overcapacity.” When asked to comment on the communique, spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at a …

ADEN, Yemen: The Houthis launched on Wednesday a missile attack on a U.S. commercial ship sailing in the Gulf of Aden off the southwestern coast of Aden, Yemen, said a pro-government Coast Guard official. According to the official, who spoke to Xinhua on condition of anonymity, the Houthi group targeted at noon the MV Yorktown, a commercial vessel owned by …

The US State Department’s annual human rights assessment revealed “significant” abuses in India’s northeastern Manipur state last year, alongside attacks on minorities, journalists, and dissenting voices across the country. Manipur witnessed intense conflict between its tribal Kuki-Zo and the majority Meitei populations following a court order suggesting the extension of minority privileges to the Meitei community, resulting in over 200 …

Several patients were buried under debris as the roof of a surgical unit collapsed at Aziz Bhatti Shaheed Hospital in Gujrat on Wednesday. Rescue efforts are underway as emergency responders strive to extract those trapped beneath the rubble. The video clips of the incident have gone viral on social media. According to initial reports, the roof of the surgical unit …

The Supreme Court has ruled that in case of any ambiguity in the terms and conditions agreed at the time of wedding and written in the Nikahnama, the benefits would be given to wife, stressing that if someone else had filled the Nikahnama form, it cannot be used against the interest of the bride. A two-member bench consisting of Justice …

Galaxy Racers is igniting the Esports scene in Pakistan with Gamers Galaxy 2024, an action-packed tournament featuring popular virtual games like PUBG, Free Fire, Tekken, and FC24. The event, which commenced on March 17, 2024, is set to reach its climax with the finals scheduled for April 25-26 at Expo Center Lahore. With over 1200 teams actively participating, the competitions …

Four sisters and all are excellent athletes bringing honor and pride to Pakistan by winning competitions and tournaments the world over in different countries. A special ceremony was held at the historic YMCA Hall for Twinkle Sohail, Maryam Sohail, Cybil Sohail, and Veronica Sohail for winning various titles and competitions in Kabbadi, powerlifting, and weightlifting. The YMCA Lahore announced honorary …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) issued on Wednesday its new rankings on Wednesday, establishing Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav as the top batter in T20I rankings. According to details, following closely behind was England’s Phil Salt, securing the second spot. Pakistan wicketkeeper batter Mohammad Rizwan claimed the third position. South African batter Aiden Markram made a significant leap to the fourth …

The Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) on Wednesday referred the case to the judges’ committee for the formation of the larger bench in connection with the civilians’ military trials. A six-judge apex court bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan and including Justices Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Hassan Azhar Rizvi, Shahid Waheed, Musarrat Hilali and Irfan Saadat Khan, presided over the proceedings. …

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has taken notice of ‘illegal’ appointments in the National Assembly (NA) secretariat. The NAB in a letter penned to the NA secretariat has sought details of appointments during the tenures of Asad Qaiser and Raja Pervaiz Ashraf as speaker of the lower House of the Parliament. The graft-buster body has sought a response on the …

United States (US) warned Pakistan of ‘possible sanctions’ following trade agreements with Iran during President Ebrahim Raisi visit. Addressing a news briefing in Washington Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson of the U.S. State Department said, “We advise anyone considering business deals with Iran to be aware of the potential risk of sanctions.” However, the Government of Pakistan can speak on …

Tehran and Islamabad have pledged to expedite the finalization of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), as stated in a joint statement issued on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s three-day official visit to Pakistan. The joint statement highlights the commitment of both nations to swiftly conclude the FTA and convene subsequent sessions of annual Bilateral Political Consultations …

BEIJING: A Chinese mainland spokesperson Wednesday said the mainland welcomes more young people from Taiwan to visit. “We sincerely invite young people from Taiwan, especially those who have never been to the mainland, to visit and feel the development on the mainland and Chinese culture, and to promote mutual understanding between youths across the Taiwan Strait,” said Zhu Fenglian, a …

The official visit by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, which concluded on Wednesday, has been notable for its mutual expressions of goodwill and pledges to bolster bilateral relations, particularly in economic realms. Against the backdrop of heightened geopolitical tensions in the region, including Iran’s conflicts with Israel and strained relations with Western states due to its role in the ‘axis of …

Tehran is eager to share its advancements in industry, science, and technology with Pakistan, declared Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi during his visits to Lahore and Karachi on Tuesday, amidst stringent security measures throughout his three-day tour of the country. Addressing a gathering at the Chief Minister House in Karachi, President Raisi emphasized Iran’s progress in these fields despite challenging conditions …

BEIJING: On April 22, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China announced that at the invitation of Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit China from April 24 to 26. On April 22, a senior official from the …

CHONGQING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday presided over a symposium in Chongqing and delivered an important speech on promoting the development of the western region in the new era. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, stressed that the western region plays a crucial role in …

Europe is increasingly facing bouts of heat so intense that the human body cannot cope, as climate change continues to raise temperatures, the EU’s Copernicus climate monitoring service and the World Meteorological Organization said on Monday. In a report on Europe’s climate, Copernicus and the WMO noted last year’s extreme conditions, including a July heatwave which pushed 41% of southern …