TIANJIN: Chinese scientists have developed a proton exchange membrane fuel cell with ultra-high volumetric power density, more than 80 percent higher than the performance of mainstream counterparts. Jiao Kui, a professor at Tianjin University’s School of Mechanical Engineering, and his team redesigned the proton exchange membrane fuel cell’s architecture, incorporating new components and optimizing the gas-water-electric-heat transfer routes. The team …

SHANGHAI: After several whistles, China’s first domestically-built large cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, left a port in Shanghai on Monday afternoon for its commercial maiden voyage, opening up a new chapter for the country’s shipbuilding and cruise industries. Carrying more than 3,000 passengers, the ship set off from the Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal and is expected to reach …

TAIYUAN: As winter sets in, flocks of whooper swans from Siberia migrate to the banks of the Yellow River in Pinglu County, north China’s Shanxi Province. This spectacle attracts numerous tourists and photographers. Pakistani student Anees Ur Rahman was one of them this winter. “These birds fascinate me and their presence enhances the beauty of our planet,” he said. His …

The process of filing nomination papers for general elections has been completed and now candidates have started filing appeals against the decisions of returning officers (ROs) against their candidatures The respective appellate tribunals will decide on the appeals by January 10 and election symbols allotted to the candidates on January 13. As per the election commission schedule, the scrutiny of …

India and Pakistan exchanged lists of their respective nuclear installations on Monday, as well as lists of the other country’s prisoners in their jails through diplomatic channels. According to sources, the lists of nuclear facilities between Pakistan and India were exchanged in Islamabad and Delhi. Pakistan’s lists were handed over to a senior official of the Indian High Commission in …

Pakistan national cricket team batter Babar Azam and T20I captain Shaheen Shah Afridi spearheaded their team in 2023. Babar Azam had racked up 1,399 runs in 35 matches and notched up three tons and 10 fifties. Shaheen Shah Afridi had bagged 62 wickets in the 30 matches he played last year, with a brilliant average of 27.80. Taking to X …

Pakistan cricket team players Haris Rauf, Osama Mir, and Zaman Khan were in Australia for the Big Bash League (BBL). National Team spokesman said all three national cricketers are not part of the Test squad and all three cricketers will practice with the national team. It is reported that all three cricketers had applied for NOCs for the extra matches …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has written a letter to the media regulatory authority, pointing out alleged violations of the election code of conduct by some TV channels. The letter seeks action from the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) against media houses violating the election code of conduct. Some channels are broadcasting poll surveys, which is prohibited according …

Ah, the humble poop. Often a topic for hushed whispers and nervous giggles, it’s nonetheless a crucial indicator of our gut health. Regular bowel movements (around three times a day to three times a week) are a sign of a happy digestive system, while constipation can cause discomfort, bloating, and even health problems. There can be many reasons for constipation, …

Pakistan took the lead in helping the Palestinian brothers and sisters while the third batch of relief goods was dispatched from Noor Khan Air Base, Rawalpindi by a special flight of Pakistan Air Force (PAF). The third aid shipment contained about 20 tonnes of essential items including surgical or medical supplies, dry food items, and gift bags for children as …

The inquiry commission probing into the Faizabad sit-in of 2017 has summoned PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif. Sources say that Shehbaz has been summoned by the commission on January 3 to record his statement. They added that he has been summoned in his capacity as the former chief minister of Punjab. On December 29, the commission had summoned former director general of the …

Nobel peace laureate Muhammad Yunus was convicted on Monday of violating Bangladesh’s labour laws in a case decried by his supporters as politically motivated. Yunus, 83, is credited with lifting millions out of poverty with his pioneering microfinance bank but has earned the enmity of longtime Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has accused him of “sucking blood” from the poor. …

Renowned Pakistan host Fakhre Alam had stressed the need for embracing each as the country embarked on the New Year 2024. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Alam said: “Somewhere behind those clouds, the sun is setting for the last time in 2023. We leave behind another year with some disappointments, some heartbreaks, some success, and some good memories, and we …

Five dead bodies have been found near CRBC Canal in Dera Ismail Khan, Police said that five dead bodies identified as Inayatullah, Naimatullah, Sajawal, Aslam and Kifayat have been found at 14th Road near CRBC Canal. Police has taken dead bodies in their custody and initiated further inquiry of the matter. Police said that few years back some persons had disgraced …

The federal government has suspended the temporary licenses granted to car manufacturers following the expiration of relief measures provided on an interim basis for failing to localize vehicle components and spare parts, well-informed sources said. Sources said that three major companies shared business plans with the Ministry of Industries and Production in an attempt to address this issue. Sources added …

ADDIS ABABA: As a vivid manifestation of the ever-deepening China-Ethiopia ties, 2023 marks historic advancements in the partnership between the two countries, which elevated their ties to an all-weather strategic partnership. The two countries, over the course of 2023, achieved fruitful results in their cooperation, ranging from cooperation in diplomatic and high-level exchanges, capacity development and knowledge transfer to flourishing …

KINSHASA: Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected as president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for a second five-year term, securing 73.34 percent of the total votes cast in the elections held on Dec. 20, the Independent National Electoral Commission said Sunday. Moise Katumbi, one of the main opposition candidates, attained the second position with about 18 percent of the …

BEIJING: The shipping throughput via the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest hydropower project on the upper stream of the Yangtze River, reached a record high of 174 million tonnes in 2023, official data showed Sunday. The figure marks an 8.77 percent increase from the previous year, according to the Ministry of Transport. The dam’s ship locks had a throughput …

XI’AN: New-energy sources now make up more than 50 percent of the installed power-generation capacity in northwest China, according to the Northwest Branch of State Grid. On Sunday, the Yichen photovoltaic power station in Shaanxi Province, with 250,000 kilowatts of photovoltaic modules, was connected to the grid, taking the installed new-energy capacity of China’s northwestern region to 210 million kilowatts. …

FRANKFURT: China’s development success since it opened up to the world has benefited foreign companies, and its vast market remains promising for European firms, a leading German economist has said. “The success of Chinese development, let’s say the amazing success in the last 45 years or so was also great for foreign companies. They make a very good business and …

HONG KONG: As the orchestra filled the air with enchanting melodies that seemed to echo from centuries past, the vibrant fusion of cosmopolitan Hong Kong and Gobi Desert oasis Dunhuang in remote northwest China breathed life into ancient murals, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. At the recent opening of the “Hong Kong Palace Performing Showtime Carnival,” young musicians played ancient instruments …

The annual address of president Xi Jining was people and prosperity’s oriented, giving hopes of better and qualitative life in term of good education, generation of new jobs, easy access of health care and medical services. Thus it presented a holistic and comprehensive model of rigorous community development. President Xi pledges of jointly working for peace, development and international cooperation …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday urged efforts to steadfastly advance Chinese modernization, deliver a better life for the people, and strive to make the world a better place for all in the upcoming 2024. Delivering his New Year message in his office in central Beijing, Xi summarized 2023 as a year when the country has marched forward with …

Former England captain, Nasser Hussain believes Babar Azam is poised for an outstanding 2024. In a video released by the International Cricket Committee (ICC), the former England captain shared his predictions for Babar Azam and Virat Kohli, the former captains of Pakistan and India, respectively. Naseer Hussain expressed his belief that relinquishing the captaincy could relieve Babar Azam of some …

As many as 18,736 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) have been conducted by the security forces across the country in 2023 resulting in killing of 566 and the arrest of 5,161 terrorists in efforts to maintain peace and security. According to the data issued today, effective security measures have been taken by the forces against terrorists in the year 2023. In the …

Veteran politician and esteemed lawyer Aitzaz Ahsan has made startling predictions regarding PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif, suggesting that the former premier might once again exit the country before the upcoming elections and keep tabs on the results from abroad. Ahsan shared his insights during an interview with a private news channel on Friday. Pointing out that the PML-N supremo “is …

Bollywood legendary veteran Amitabh Bachchan recently bid an emotional farewell to the audience in the concluding episode of the 15th season of the quiz-based game show Kaun Banega Crorepati, as reported by India Today. However, the sentimental tone of Bachchan’s farewell speech in the latest episode sparked confusion among fans online. Speculation arose, questioning whether the iconic actor was concluding …

Pakistan cricket team’s spin bowling all-rounder Shadab Khan raised his voice for Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres (SKMCH & RC). In a statement posted on X, previously known as Twitter, Shadab Khan questioned why was Shaukat Khanum Cancer Hospital not allowed to arrange a fundraising event. He empathized with cancer hospitals’ importance for society. Shadab Khan wrote …

Hollywood A-lister Ryan Reynolds took a stroll down memory lane to showcase the highlights of his extraordinary 2023, capturing moments filled with love, laughter, and professional triumphs. The charismatic actor taking to his Instagram account commenced his reflective journey with a picturesque beach photo, showcasing a tender moment of him and his beloved wife, Blake Lively. The couple’s affectionate embrace …

In a recent intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan district, five terrorists, including TTP commander Rahzeeb Khore, were neutralised. The operation uncovered a troubling trend: foreign weapons, including M4 Carbines and AK-47s, were recovered, signaling a potential link between Afghanistan and the surge in terrorism in Pakistan. Instances of terrorist attacks on Pakistani soil using American weaponry have been on the …

The Tel Aviv government cabinet Sunday voted unanimously to postpone the nationwide municipal elections scheduled for the end of January until February 27, 2024. The municipal elections were originally scheduled for October 31 but were postponed in light of the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip, which erupted on October 7. That day, some 3,000 Hamas terrorists burst through the …

In a bid to elevate the travel experience for air passengers, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority has unveiled a thoughtful addition to Islamabad Airport – free body massage sofa chairs. Passengers departing from both domestic and international lounges at Islamabad Airport can now indulge in a rejuvenating experience with the newly introduced body massage sofa chairs. Unlike other international airports, …

Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad and other players attended the training camp ahead of the New Zealand T20I series. The players had taken part in the five-day training camp under the headship of High-Performance Coach (HPC) of the Pakistan cricket team, Yasir Arafat. Taking to X (formerly), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) wrote: “Players part of the New Zealand T20Is training …

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) senior leader Saeed Ghani said on Sunday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) should have the right to contest the forthcoming general elections. Addressing the corner meeting in Karachi, Ghani said: “The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) should not take any pressure while taking any decision. We do not want the deployment of the election commissioner and …

The process of filing nomination papers for general elections has been completed, now candidates have time for appeals against the decision of Returning officers (ROs) till Jan 3. The Appellate Tribunal will decide on the appeals by January 10 while election symbols will be allotted to the candidates on January 13. As per the ECP schedule, scrutiny of papers for …

TOKYO: Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda said the wisdom of the East has far-reaching significance in finding resolutions to any global disputes or issues, noting, “Today, the international situation is complex and severe, and problems such as climate warming and food shortage are becoming increasingly serious. How to deal with these challenges?” Yasuo Fukuda and his father Takeo Fukuda …

ROME: A migrant rescue ship with 106 people on board disembarked in southern Italy on Saturday, according to local authorities. The disembarkation took place in the port of Brindisi, and involved 40 minors, some of which unaccompanied, said German NGO Sea-Eye which has carried out the rescue operation. The migrants were found and saved on Tuesday in international waters southwest …

Iron is a vital mineral that you require to produce haemoglobin, which helps red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body. Iron also supports healthy pregnancy, maintains energy levels, improves athletic performance and ensures better hair growth. Not consuming enough iron can contribute to anaemia and disrupt several functions of the human body. Therefore, it is essential to add enough …

The Federal Board of Revenue has crossed the IMF’s tax target in first six months of the current fiscal year. “The International Monetary Fund (IMF) had set Rs 4.425 trillion revenue collection target for six months while Rs 4.44 trillion tax has been collected in the period,” sources said. The target was 35% above in comparison to last six months of …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday challenged the Peshawar High Court’s (PHC) decision to reinstate the PTI’s election symbol. On December 26, the high court announced the verdict on PTI’s petition challenging the ECP’s verdict, which had stripped PTI of using the ‘bat’ symbol. The election watchdog has filed an intra-court appeal in the PHC challenging the decision …