WINDHOEK: Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Special Envoy and Vice Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Jiang Zuojun attended the state funeral of the late Namibian President Hage Geingob, held in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, from Saturday to Sunday, and delivered a speech at the mourning event. Namibia’s new President Nangolo Mbumba met with …

This year the Republic of Azerbaijan marks the 32th anniversary of Khojaly genocide and its curse is still haunting the so-called civilized western world. It was indeed a blackest day in the modern history of human civilization and democratic norms during which innocent people of Khojaly were slaughtered and human survival became draconian dream. The merchants of evils involved in …

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday attended the high-level segment of the 55th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council via video, stressing that all parties should protect people’s right to survival and development as a priority. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said the world is …

The ECP observed on Monday that it will be issuing an interim order today regarding the stay on releasing the final results for NA-15 Mansehra. The electoral watchdog heard PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif’s plea against election results from the seat. He has contested PTI-backed independent candidate Shahzada Gustasap Khan’s success from the constituency following the Feb 8 elections. The hearing …

President Arif Alvi has sent back the summary of the convening meeting of the National Assembly (NA). Sources familiar with the development claimed that a decision was made to convene the inaugural session of the lower house on February 29. “According to clause 2 of Article 91 of the Constitution, it was decided to convene the meeting on February 29. …

The Supreme Court on Monday decided to seek assistance from religious institutions in the Mubarak Ahmad Sani case, and issued a notice to the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII). The court also issued notices to Jamia Naima, Darul Uloom Karachi, Jamiat Al-Hadith, Quran Academy and Jamita-ul-Natzaar Lahore and sought opinions and reports on the matter within three weeks. A three-member …

The health ministry reaffirmed on Monday its commitment to safeguarding the health of children as it commenced the second nationwide anti-polio campaign of the year today. Amid concerns over the persisting threat of the poliovirus, more than 4.58 million children are set to receive vital vaccinations during the campaign, which runs from February 26 to March 9. The initiative aims …

The hearing on the presidential reference against Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s death sentence termed it judicial murder has been adjourned till tomorrow (Tuesday). Court Assistant Barrister Salahuddin cited interview of the Naseem Hasan Shah to senior journalist Iftikhar Ahmed said; “Judge admitted in the interview that the Chief Justice had enmity with Bhutto.” “Naseem Hasan Shah said the sentence could have …

Famous cricketer, Hasan Ali, a player of the Pakistan Super League’s Karachi Kings franchise, has become a father for the second time. Cricketer Hasan Ali has shared the good news of the birth of his second child with his fans and followers on his Instagram account. Hassan Ali has said: “Alhamdulillah, my second daughter was born this morning. My wife …

Noted ghazal singer and Padmashri awardee Pankaj Udhas has died at the age of 73 after a protracted illness. The death of the veteran singer, who was known for his ghazals like ‘Chitti Ayi Hai’ and ‘Chandi Jaisa Rang’, was confirmed by his daughter Nayaab Udhas on Instagram on February 26. The statement read: “With a very heavy heart, we are …

Pakistan and Punjab’s first-ever chief minister, Maryam Nawaz, has taken the oath of office. Maryam was administered the oath by Punjab Governor Balighur Rehman at the Governor House on Monday evening. Maryam Nawaz Sharif takes oath as Punjab’s FIRST EVER female Chief Minister! As she entered the ceremony hall earlier, the newly elected CM was accompanied by her father, three-time …

PPP’s Syed Murad Ali Shah has been elected as the chief minister of the province for the third consecutive time. Shah has been elected the 25th leader of the House with 112 votes against MQM-Pakistan’s Ali Khurseedi, who bagged only 36 votes. The hall resounded with pro-PPP slogans, as Murad was elected with a two-third majority for the first time. …

BEIJING: China is projected to make about 100 space launch missions this year, which will set the country’s new record, according to information released at a press conference on Monday. The launches include the maiden flight from China’s first commercial spacecraft launch site in addition to more satellite liftoffs to form constellations, according to the press conference. China’s first commercial …

BEIJING: China on Monday voiced firm opposition to the EU’s decision to put four Chinese companies on a list in its 13th round of sanctions against Russia. “This is unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction that has no basis in international law, nor a mandate from the United Nations Security Council,” China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOC) said in a statement. “This …

BEIJING: Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for new progress and breakthroughs in the building of a unified national market to effectively support the nation’s new development paradigm and high-quality development. The premier made the remarks during a themed study session of the State Council, or the cabinet, which he chaired on Monday. Li said that to push forward the …

BEIJING: Senior officials of the Communist Party of China (CPC) have recently submitted reports on their work to the CPC Central Committee and Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee. The officials are members of the Political Bureau and the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, and members of the leading Party members groups of the Standing Committee …

BEIJING: China on Monday strongly opposed a U.S. report that denies China’s contribution to the multilateral trading system and global economy after it acceded to the World Trade Organization (WTO) over two decades ago. The Ministry of Commerce said in a statement that China as the largest developing WTO member has always firmly supported the multilateral trading system, genuinely practiced …

LUSAKA: China’s economy has remained upbeat and China-proposed initiatives are beneficial to the world, a Zambian expert told Xinhua in an interview on Friday. Kelvin Chisanga, a Lusaka-based social economist, said the Chinese economic model has made the country resilient despite the continuous negative campaigns by some Western media. “The Chinese economy has remained strongly upbeat,” Chisanga said, adding that …

Several home remedies can help resolve stomach and abdominal pain, such as drinking water and avoiding spicy foods. If these do not help, over-the-counter and prescription medications are available. Common symptoms of an upset stomach and indigestion include: heartburn, or acid reflux nausea bloating gas belching, sometimes bringing up bitter or foul-tasting fluid or food farting bad-smelling or sour breath …

It was an unusual day in the Punjab Assembly on Friday. The House met after a gap of more than one year for the inaugural session in which 321 MPAs-elect took oath. A number of MPAs became the member of the august house of 371 for the very first time. They are young, fresh and energetic. Having dreams in their …

The Shab-e-Barat, a night of forgiveness, is being observed tonight with religious reverence across the country. The faithful would seek forgiveness from Allah Almighty and pray in the mosques. People observe fast on the very next day to express submissiveness in the court of Almighty and beg His countless blessings for both the worlds. Also known as the night of blessings, …

Pakistan People’s Party’s (PPP) candidate Awais Qadir Shah has been elected as the 12th Speaker of the Sindh Assembly, ARY News reported. As per details, as many as 147 members of the provincial assembly cast their votes during the polling for assembly speaker. The outgoing speaker Agha Siraj Durrani announced the results after the conclusion of the voting process where …

The water flow of Ravi river has reportedly been stopped to Pakistan after the completion of Shahpur Kandi barrage which is situated on the borders of Indian Punjab and the state of Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, as per Indian media reports. That previously allotted 1150 cusecs water of Pakistan, will now benefit the region of Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir …

Utility Stores Corporation Sunday reduced the prices of various items ahead of the month of the Ramazan along with the reports that more essential items will be reduced under ye t-to-announced Ramadan relief package next month. USC representative claimed that a number of brands of cooking oil, tea, ghee, and other products have been reduced. The price of ghee and …

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted that most parts of the country will remain cold and dry in the next 24 hours. According to the PMD, there is a possibility of rain and snowfall in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir, while thunderstorm rain is also possible in the southwestern districts of Balochistan. The Meteorological Department had said that …

In today’s society, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of upholding equality and dignity for every citizen, particularly those in the working class, who often face marginalization and neglect. Despite playing a significant role in driving economic growth, workers frequently find themselves sidelined in policymaking, revealing a notable disparity in representation and influence exacerbated by governmental favoritism towards corporate …

Multan Sultans made 180 runs at the loss of four wickets. Reeza Hendricks played 72 runs incredible innings. Sultans captain Muhammad Rizwan made 51 runs. From Quetta Gladiators, Muhammad Amir took two while Abrar Ahmed and Aqeel Hussain took one wicket each. Quetta Gladiators won the toss and elected to field against Multan Sultans on Sunday. Multan Sultans are first …

Health authorities have directed five pharmaceutical companies to recall medicines/over-the-counter (OTC) products that have been found to be spurious. The medicines were tested at the Punjab Drug Testing Laboratory in Faisalabad and were found to be spurious. The medicines include immune stimulant “Liquid Amco E Sel 1,000ml” manufactured by M/s Amcon Vets Pharma, “Liquid Liver Gold 1,000ml” manufactured by M/s AL-Fateh …

FREETOWN: The 24th batch of the Chinese medical team in Sierra Leone has provided care for more than 20,000 local patients during its one-year mission. Chen Yongjun, head of the team, told Xinhua in an interview on Thursday that the team has carried out over 400 surgeries and trained many local medical staff during the period. The team, which consists …

The Legends Cricket Trophy, the premier cricket extravaganza uniting iconic players in a thrilling new tournament, proudly announces Star Sports as its official broadcast partner for its upcoming tournament. Set to take place from March 8th to 19th 2024 at the Pallakele Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka, the event promises fans across the globe a chance to witness cricketing excellence! …

URUMQI: No casualties have been reported so far following a 5.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Akqi County in Kirgiz Autonomous Prefecture of Kizilsu in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region at 12:14 p.m. Sunday (Beijing Time), authorities said. The epicenter was monitored at 41.15 degrees north latitude and 78.41 degrees east longitude, and at a depth of 11 km, according to …

ISLAMABAD: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) aligns naturally with the goals of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) for regional connectivity and trade promotion, a former Pakistani diplomat Babar Amin said here on Friday. Addressing a seminar titled “SCO: Pakistan’s Policy Priorities and Opportunities,” Amin, former ambassador of Pakistan to Norway, noted that Pakistan can act as a natural partner with …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, amid the emerging trend of non-carbon eco-friendly fuels, must not miss the opportunity to achieve clean energy transformation, experts said in a seminar here on Friday. Abid Qaiyum Suleri, executive director of the Sustainable Development Policy Institute, urged experts, researchers and students to work out investment and joint venture opportunities between Pakistani and Chinese firms under the China-Pakistan …

HANGZHOU: Zong Qinghou, founder of Hangzhou Wahaha Group, a food and beverage giant in China, passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 79 after medical treatment failed, according to the group. Zong was a deputy to the 10th, 11th and 12th editions of the National People’s Congress. He has long been regarded as one of the landmark figures …

SHIJIAZHUANG: On Saturday, a truck carrying 150,000 piezoelectric quartzs left the comprehensive bonded zone of the Xiong’an New Area in north China’s Hebei Province, marking the first export business conducted by the zone. This export business marks the start of regular operations in the comprehensive bonded zone, said Wang Lei, deputy head of Xiong’an Customs. The goods will first be …

A first-ever state-of-the-art institute to provide education and shelter to transgender children has been established in Lahore. Outgoing Punjab caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi inaugurated “Tahaffuz Darsgah”, literally “safe lyceum”, for the marginalised community. Located near Jallo Park, “Tahaffuz Darsgah” is a revolutionary initiative, which will provide O- and A-levels education and accommodation. The institute has been established in just …

Although the state institutions are unwilling to address the grievances of its candidates, there are also apparently flaws in the legal strategy of the PTI in dealing with the issue of alleged election rigging. The choice of lawyers is always significant to acquire relief in any constitutional matter. Usually political parties and leaders hire lawyers with good reputation among judges. …

Amid protests and arrests, newly elected representatives were sworn into the 16th Sindh Assembly on Saturday. The Sindh Assembly was the second to have its lawmakers take oath after the February 8 general elections, with at least 313 MPAs being elected to the Punjab Assembly a day ago. According to the results issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan, the PPP …

Headaches are quite common ailment affecting many people worldwide with mild to acute terrible pain. However, pain killers give temporary relief and comfort and dependency on these medicines leads to potential side effects. Luckily many home remedies can effectively manage the problem without the use of any sort of painkiller medicines. Hydration: Headaches are frequently caused by dehydration. Staying hydrated …

Actor-producer Vin Diesel has confirmed that the ‘Fast and Furious’ franchise will be coming to an end with the 11th installment. Actor-producer Vin Diesel shared an update on the next installment of the franchise, christened ‘Fast XI’, and has promised that it will indeed be a grand finale. The film is reportedly marking an end of the long-running franchise, at …