Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan has arrived at the residence of PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Chief Justice of Pakistan’s (CJP) order following a ‘raid’ at the latter’s house. The PTI chairman was informed about the raid while he was attending the Supreme Court hearing regarding his party’s electoral symbol of “bat”. During …

BEIJING: The spokesperson of the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council has commented on the result of the election in China’s Taiwan region on Saturday. The spokesperson has said that the Taiwan question is China’s internal affair. Whatever changes take place in Taiwan, the basic fact that there is only one China in the world and Taiwan is part …

BEIJING: A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Saturday commented on the outcomes of Taiwan leadership and legislature elections. Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said the results reveal that the Democratic Progressive Party cannot represent the mainstream public opinion on the island. Noting that Taiwan is China’s Taiwan, Chen said that the elections will not change …

NAIROBI: The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said on Friday that it plans to translocate 21 female and male black rhinoceros to Loisaba Conservancy, located about 190 km north of the national capital of Nairobi, before the end of January to boost the population of the iconic species. Erastus Kanga, director general of the KWS, said the black rhinoceros will be …

ZHENGZHOU: Ten people have been confirmed dead and six others remain missing after an accident occurred Friday afternoon in a coal mine in the city of Pingdingshan, central China’s Henan Province, local authorities said Saturday. The accident happened at 2:55 p.m. Friday in a coal mine of the Pingdingshan Tianan Coal Mining Co., Ltd. Preliminary investigation showed that it was …

It seems that bilateral relations between China and USA are getting momentum in right direction which is a good omen for the peace and stability in Asia Pacific and rest of the world. The journey of current better mutual understanding started from Bali and has further strengthened in San Francisco after the meeting between Xi Jiping and Joe Biden. Now …

HARBIN: Following the footprints of the Beijing Olympic Winter Games, the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin in 2025 will continue to fuel the enthusiasm for winter sports. The capital city of northeast China’s Heilongjiang province already gained in exploded popularity for its remarkable winter resources this winter and hosting the Asian winter sport gala makes it all the more …

UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday urged all parties involved to adhere to UN Security Council (UNSC) resolution 2722 following the U.S.-led airstrikes on the Houthis. Through a statement, the top UN official expressed deep concern over attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea, stating, “Attacks against international shipping in the Red Sea area are not acceptable …

When a child suffers from repeated episodes of cough and wheezing (a high pitched sound heard each time the child exhales out air) he is said to be suffering from asthma. Generally, there must be more than three episodes before a label of asthma is given. Many parents, and even some doctors, think that these children are suffering from allergic …

Another resolution has been moved in the Senate of Pakistan, seeking a delay in the general election 2024 for three months, citing security challenges. The resolution has been moved by Senator Hidayatullah, a member of Pakistan’s upper house from the Independent Parliamentary Group. Expressing concern about the rising attacks on the candidates willing to contest the general election, the resolution …

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Friday that the culprits in the Model Town case should be brought to justice. Speaking to media in Lahore, Bhutto-Zardari said, ”We have got the plans in line with the manifesto. We have the tradition of fulfilling the promises like the other political parties.” He was of the view that there …

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has stated that due to stable weather conditions, cold and dry weather is expected in most parts of the country. Furthermore, as per the Met Department, very cold weather conditions are likely to continue in the plains of Punjab during the next week. Dense foggy conditions are also likely to continue in plain areas of Punjab, …

Pakistan won the toss and elected to field under the usher in a new era of captaincy for Pakistan. New Zealand gave 227 runs target to Pakistan and after completion of 15 overs Pakistan stood at 159 runs.  New Zealand hosted Pakistan in the first T20 international of the five-match series on Friday. Touch short just inside the guidelines on …

Sarah Khan, a renowned actress with an impressive portfolio in the world of showbiz, is no stranger to acclaim for her acting skills. The “Raqs-e-Bismil” star has solidified her position in the industry, showcasing her exceptional talent. Beyond her acting prowess, Sarah is an enthusiastic user of social media, delighting fans with a diverse range of content. With a passion …

President Arif Alvi on Friday accepted the resignation of Justice Justice Ijazul Ahsan. President Alvi accepted the resignation of Justice Ijaz-ul-Ahsan on the advice of the caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar. President Arif Alvi accepted the resignation under Article 179 of the Constitution. Earlier, President Alvi accepted the resignation Justice Mazahir Ali Naqvi. Earlier. Supreme Court’s senior-most judge, …

2 terrorists killed in military operation in NW Pakistani security forces claimed on Friday evening to have killed two terrorists during an operation in North Waziristan district of the country’s northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Belgium Alexander De Croo in Beijing on Friday. Noting that China attaches great importance to the development of China-Belgium relations, Xi said bilateral cooperation has yielded fruitful results and benefited the two peoples since the establishment of diplomatic ties 53 years ago. China and Belgium are both …

KUNMING: A group of international scientists has rediscovered a sessile freshwater snail endemic to China after it had disappeared for more than 100 years. The discovery was made jointly by researchers from institutions including the Museum für Naturkunde in Berlin, Germany, and China’s Peking University, according to the latest edition of the biological research journal Proceedings of the Royal Society …

ZHENGZHOU: Eight people were dead and 15 missing after an accident occurred Friday afternoon in a coal mine in the city of Pingdingshan, central China’s Henan Province, local authorities said. According to the city’s emergency management agency, out of 45 people left in the mine, 8 were dead and 15 missing. The rescuers have made contact with the rest 22 …

SYDNEY: Overcoming injury concerns, defending champion Novak Djokovic returns to his favored Melbourne Park seeking a record-extending 11th Australian Open title, while rising Chinese players Zheng Qinwen and Zhang Zhizhen are poised for deep runs. There were fears for men’s No.1 Djokovic after he suffered a wrist injury during the recent mixed team event United Cup, where he slumped to …

GUANGZHOU: As one of the major global innovation hubs, Asia’s status in the world’s scientific and technological innovation landscape has been further consolidated, according to a report released Wednesday by the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA). With a wealth of intellectual resources and well-established innovation traditions, Asia has long been a powerhouse for global innovation and development, said Li Baodong, …

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hadja Lahbib jointly inaugurated the new Belgian embassy in Beijing on Thursday. The ceremony was also attended by visiting Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, extended his congratulations on behalf of the …

BEIJING: China calls on relevant parties to exercise calm and restraint to avoid further escalation of tensions in the Red Sea region, a foreign ministry spokesperson said Friday. Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a daily press briefing replying to a query about an attack upon Yemen’s Houthis by the United States, which was launched as a response to …

GABORONE: Lucara Diamond, a diamond exploration and mining firm, announced on Wednesday the discovery of a 166-carat Type IIa gem from Botswana’s Karowe Mine. According to the Canadian-headquartered company, it is its first large discovery in 2024. The diamond is the 328th stone over 100 carats since the company started mining in 2012. William Lamb, Lucara chief executive officer, said …

ZHENGZHOU: Li Jiahui, hailing from a family with three generations of medical practitioners, manages a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) center in Zhengzhou in central China’s Henan Province. Over the past year, her business has witnessed a remarkable surge, particularly in the realm of food therapy. “I initially started this kitchen in the TCM center to offer customers convenient and healthy …

Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 5-3 after extra-time in a pulsating battle in Saudi Arabia to reach the Spanish Super Cup final on Wednesday. Mario Hermoso and Antonio Rudiger exchanged early headed goals before Ferland Mendy sent Madrid ahead at the Al-Awwal Park stadium in Riyadh. Antoine Griezmann levelled with a milestone goal for Atletico to become their all-time leading …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) executive board is likely to approve the first review of Pakistan’s $ 3 billion stand-by arrangement (SBA) today (Thursday). The current IMF program of $3 billion is scheduled to end in the second week of April 2024, with around $1.8 billion remaining un-disbursed. The Fund released $1.2 billion first tranche in July. With the approval …

Pakistan has begun preparations for the budget 2024-2. As per details, the Ministry of Trade and Commerce has sought proposals from the government and private sectors for the budget 2024-25. Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Ministry of Industries and Production, National Tariff Commission, DRAP, Engineering Development Board, FPCCI, Pakistan Business Council, Pakistan Stock Exchange, and various chambers of commerce have …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday moved the Supreme Court (SC) against the Peshawar High Court’s decision allowing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to retain its electoral symbol. The ECP, in a plea, has pleaded with the apex court to overturn the PHC verdict which is against the ‘constitution’. The moves comes after a consultative meeting was held on Thursday …

Do you start your day with a cup of coffee? Sipping hot coffee on a winter morning can give you a quick boost of energy. However, not many know that one simple ingredient can make your usual cup of coffee more nutritious. And that is ghee! The golden liquid or ghee is loaded with healthy fats that can elevate the …

UK-based citizenship and residence advisory firm, Henley and Partners, has once again ranked the Pakistani passport among the worst in the world in its latest rankings. The country hasn’t shown any improvement in its ranking during the last five years. The most recent Henley Passport Index positions the Pakistani passport as the fourth worst globally. According to the firm’s Global …

In response to growing apprehensions surrounding the security of messaging platforms, WhatsApp has introduced a groundbreaking feature aimed at instilling confidence among its users. The tech giant’s latest update includes a visual confirmation label, signaling the implementation of “end-to-end encryption” in ongoing conversations. The innovative security enhancement, currently available to select beta testers through the WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.1.10.73 …

With the consistently dipping mercury levels, the cases of pneumonia have taken on the form of an outbreak of sorts among minors, as Lahore registered over 100 suspected cases in the last 24 hours and additional vacations were announced for nursery and prep classes across the province. On the other hand, Punjab reported the deaths of 35 children from pneumonia …

The Islamabad High Court has accepted an appeal of former prime minister Imran Khan against the in-camera trial of the cipher case against him, and annulled the proceedings of the case from December 14 onwards. The Islamabad High Court has also suspended the stay order in the cipher case in a verdict issued by Justice Miangul Hasan Aurangzeb. The Islamabad …

Pakistani director Parmesh Adiwal, previously known for his remarkable contributions to Pakistani entertainment, has embraced Islam, marking a significant personal journey. His spiritual transition was revealed through an Instagram video where he was seen performing Umrah, seeking blessings in the Islamic faith. While it’s unclear if Parmesh Adiwal has adopted a new name post-conversion, several media outlets have suggested that …

Fans are raving about Sofia Vergara’s latest Instagram post, captivated by the Colombian actress’s timeless beauty. The 51-year-old celebrity, widely recognised and admired, continues to engage her 32.4 million followers with diverse content on social media. In her recent post, Sofia strikes a pose, adorned with a glamorous smile and makeup, accompanied by the caption “Glam squad.” Fans flooded the …

Afghanistan’s star spinner, Rashid Khan, will be absent from the upcoming three-match Twenty20 series against India due to injury. Despite Rashid’s absence, team captain Ibrahim Zadran assured that the squad possesses ample experience to compensate for the loss. Rashid, who underwent lower-back surgery in November, is still part of the travelling team, and Zadran expressed hope for his swift recovery. …

BEIJING: China will accelerate the promotion of the use of national general sign language and braille across special education schools, the China Disabled Persons’ Federation said on Thursday. According to a circular jointly issued by the federation and the Ministry of Education, by 2025, general sign language and braille will be widely used in schools accommodating students with hearing and …

BEIJING: Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with President of the Republic of Maldives Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to China, in Beijing on Thursday. Li said that since the establishment of diplomatic ties, China and the Maldives have always respected and treated each other as equals, and firmly supported each other on issues concerning each other’s core …

BEIJING: Tap water coverage in China’s rural areas had reached 90 percent in 2023, up 3 percentage points from the end of 2022, Minister of Water Resources Li Guoying said on Thursday. This means China has realized its tap water coverage goal in rural areas two years earlier than planned. The country had aimed to secure access to tap water …