A petition has been filed before the Supreme Court seeking a restraining order against the forceful deportation of Afghan nationals from Pakistan. Former senator Farhatullah Babar and other petitioners, represented by advocate Umar Gilani, urged the apex court’s registrar’s office on Monday to allot a case number and schedule a date for hearing. The plea was moved four days ago …

In a worrisome development, it has been revealed that American-made weapons were used by terrorists in their attack on the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) base in Mianwali, sources told Geo News on Monday. On Friday, security forces via their swift response eliminated nine terrorists to thwart a major terror attack on the PAF’s training base, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) …

Pakistan has slammed an Israeli minister for suggesting dropping a nuclear bomb on Gaza where Israeli forces have martyred thousands of Palestinians in response to the Hamas’ surprise attack last month. “We are appalled by statement of an Israeli minister threatening nuclear force against Palestinians,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter. …

Health issues in this modern and fast-paced life are a common sight; thanks to the sedentary lifestyle, stress and anxiety that surrounds us. One of the most common conditions that humans tend to suffer from is deficiency of haemoglobin. Haemoglobin is an iron-rich protein that is present in the red blood cells, and is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the …

After a crushing defeat by India in the World Cup, Sri Lanka’s Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe has taken the decision to dismiss the national cricket board. This action comes after months of conflict between Ranasinghe and Sri Lanka Cricket, the country’s wealthiest sports organization, over allegations of extensive corruption. The country’s 1996 World Cup-winning skipper Arjuna Ranatunga has been appointed …

The highly anticipated television series “Salahuddin Ayyubi: The Conqueror of Jerusalem” is all set to make its debut on Turkish television channel TRT. The ambitious project, led by renowned Pakistani actor Adnan Saddique, has already generated significant buzz as it promises to shed light on the remarkable life of Salahuddin Ayyubi. The project’s grand unveiling began with the release of …

The Sindh government has announced a holiday for the Hindu community on the festive occasion of Holi. The festival of Holi will be a holiday for the Hindu community on November 13, according to a notification issued by the provincial government. On November 13, the Hindu community in Pakistan will celebrate Holi, the festival of colours, with full enthusiasm and festivity. …

Having rebuffed calls for a ceasefire, Israel was set to come under sustained pressure on Monday to avoid civilian casualties during its assault on Gaza, while a U.S. diplomatic blitz in the region sought to reduce risks of the conflict escalating. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was due to meet with Turkey’s foreign minister in Ankara on Monday, hours …

A select group of beta testers on WhatsApp is now being prompted to confirm their accounts by using their personal email addresses. This new feature appears to be in a limited testing phase, with only a few beta users reporting its introduction. As always, the feature was first reported by WABetaIno, who also shared a screenshot. Reports about the implementation …

Following a major increase in the population of Markhor in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial government has decided to request the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) to enhance its annual trophy hunting quota. At the moment, the provincial government is permitted to issue four licenses for the hunting of the large Himalayan Goat. Now, it plans to submit …

Elon Musk’s social media giant X, previously known as Twitter,  has initiated the sale of dormant Twitter account usernames for an astonishing $50,000. Despite the company stating that inactive usernames cannot be released at this time, an internal team known as @HandleTeam is reportedly actively developing a marketplace for unused handles, as revealed by Forbes. The ongoing sales have been …

The World Cup 2023 is set to enter the business end with teams vying for the coveted top four spots to secure their place in the semi-finals of the tournament. While every team will be hoping to win the prestigious trophy, a lot of them will also have their eye on the prize money of the mega-event. According to details, …

ADDIS ABABA: Addis Ababa Silk Road General Hospital in Ethiopia, a Chinese-invested hospital, has won acclaim for high-quality treatment as it marked its four years of quality healthcare service provision Saturday. A special ceremony was organized Saturday to mark the fourth anniversary of the hospital in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, with attendees including senior Ethiopian government officials, Chinese …

BEIJING: The exciting 2023 Chinese Super League (CSL) concluded on Saturday after an intense battle spanning just under seven months. The top three finishers were Shanghai Port, Shandong Taishan, and Zhejiang FC, while Dalian Pro and Shenzhen FC faced relegation. The season was characterized by fierce competition for both the title and survival, although there was room for improvement in …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter to the first Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange that opened Monday in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality. In his letter, he noted that the third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation was successfully held, ushering in a new stage of high-quality development for the Belt and Road …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for efforts to make greater contributions to advancing the Peaceful China Initiative to a higher level. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in Beijing when he met with representatives of model units that apply the …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a letter to the sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE), which opened in Shanghai on Sunday, pledging firm efforts to advance high-standard opening up. First held in 2018, the annual expo has leveraged the strengths of China’s enormous market, fulfilled its platform function for international procurement, investment promotion, people-to-people exchanges and open cooperation, and …

KIGALI: Julia Simpson, the chief executive officer (CEO) of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), said the sector’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic was well underway while urging governments to further ease visa application procedures. Governments should work to ease visa restrictions and accelerate the process of visa applications in a bid to further support international tourism, suggested Simpson, …

Pakistan is reputed to be the country of youth and could well be said that it is a young country. The presence of youth is what makes Pakistan an exceptionally viable venue for change. Youth actually represents change because the traditions filter through young minds and often their essential attributes are altered. The change of perception enables the sociological matrix …

On the boundary of dangerous territory, a troop of about 30 individuals engaging in a border patrol climbs a rocky hill to conduct reconnaissance. Detecting the sounds of adversaries a bit too close for comfort, the squad retreats. There is no reason to risk a fight with the odds against you. It is a scenario that has unfolded innumerable times …

Balochistan government has issued red alert over alarming situation of Congo virus fever in province that claimed 16 lives so far۔ Caretaker Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Domki has directed the province’s health and livestock departments to take immediate steps to curb the disease. The chief minister has instructed for conveying immediate information about the virus to general public. He …

The Election Commission of Pakistan has summoned the list of private schools for polling in general election, a spokesperson of the electoral body said. The ECP will also setup polling stations in private schools’ buildings for convenience of voters. The election commission collecting details of private schools’ teachers and buildings. District election commissioner has written letter to the EDO Education and …

Palestinian Ambassador to Pakistan Ahmed Jawad Rabi’i said hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have lost their lives due to Israel’s brutal attacks including 3,718 children and 1,929 women. The envoy expressed gratitude and extended his appreciation for Pakistan and its media’s unwavering support for Palestine during these challenging times. He emphasized that people’s support not only showcases the strong bond …

TikTok star Ayesha Akram once again found herself at the center of a controversy as an alleged private video of hers was leaked and circulated online. Ayesha, who has garnered a substantial following on social media, was taken aback when this personal video became public. She is known for her entertaining and creative content on TikTok, where she has engaged …

Pakistan national cricket team on Sunday faced a 10 per cent fine from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for their slow-over rate during the 35th match of the ICC World Cup in Bengaluru against New Zealand, which took place on Saturday. Richie Richardson, a member of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees, imposed this penalty after Babar Azam’s …

Actor John Voight disapproved of his daughteractress Angelina Joliewho blamed Israel for destruction in Gaza by deliberately bombed civilian centers in Gaza, accusing it of turning the city into a “mass grave.” “I am very disappointed that my daughter, like many others, has no understanding of the glory of God, of the truths of God,” Voigt said in a video …

Amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Hamas group, an Israeli minister has claimed that dropping a nuclear weapon on the Gaza Strip is an option. In a radio interview on Sunday, Israel’s far-right Jerusalem Affairs and Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu said there were “no non-combatants in Gaza”, adding that providing humanitarian aid to the war-torn region would be …

Pakistan captain Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman exchanged views on the triumph against New Zealand in the 35th match of the World Cup in Bengaluru on Saturday. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shared a video on social media platforms on Saturday in which Fakhar Zaman and Babar Azam were involved in an interesting conversation. “When Abdullah Shafique got out, I …

ISTANBUL: China has a huge population looking for quality food, and its market has huge trade potential, a Turkish olive oil producer has said. Houmer Balazadeh, general manager of Savola Foods, one of the leading olive oil producers in Türkiye, said his company is set to attend the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) with a range of products designed …

XI’AN: African and Chinese diplomats and guests on Saturday attended a tea chat activity in Xi’an, the capital city of northwest China’s Shaanxi Province, experiencing traditional tea-making and watching intangible cultural heritage performances. Zambian Ambassador to China Iven Zyuulu, African representatives of winners of a short video competition on China-Africa friendship, and former Chinese Ambassador to the Republic of the …

SHANGHAI: China will continue to push forward opening up with stronger innovation momentum, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Sunday. Li made the remarks during his keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the sixth China International Import Expo and the Hongqiao International Economic Forum. China is willing to step up cooperation with all countries in innovation, facilitate the deep …

KUNMING: Harry Moyer, a 103-year-old U.S. veteran, usually playful and humorous, burst into tears as he sang the song “Auld Lang Syne” with teachers and students at a school in Kunming, southwest China’s Yunnan Province. “It’s one of the best things that have happened to me on this trip,” said Moyer, wearing a hat embroidered with the pattern of the …

HEFEI: It’s late autumn, and a herbal tea company in the city of Bozhou, Anhui Province, east China, is brewing up a storm. In a 20,000-square-meter facility, eight production lines are churning out nearly 20,000 boxes of herbal tea per day to meet market demand, with most sold across the country via e-commerce platforms. “Autumn and winter are peak seasons …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a letter to the sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE), which opened in Shanghai on Sunday. First held in 2018, the annual expo has leveraged the strengths of China’s enormous market, fulfilled its platform function for international procurement, investment promotion, people-to-people exchanges and open cooperation, and made positive contribution to creating a new development …

CHANGSHA: During the late autumn season, Long Xianlan, hailing from Shibadong Village in the Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture in central China’s Hunan Province, was busy filming for an international program in his native village. A group of media persons had come all the way from Laos to this small ethnic Miao village, tucked away in the Wuling Mountains, …

KIGALI: Paul Griffiths, the chief executive officer (CEO) of Dubai Airports, with responsibility for the operation and development of the Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports for international passengers, said here that a significant increase in travelers from China will help boost the recovery of the aviation industry. “We had a great first half of 2023 and …

BEIJING: China achieved their targets at the Hangzhou Asian Games and will strive to reach new heights at next year’s Paris Olympic Games through this year’s winter training, a high-ranking sports official said here on Friday. Gao Zhidan, director of China’s General Administration of Sport, told a meeting that Chinese athletes had shown great competitiveness and sportsmanship at the Olympics, …

FUZHOU: In the picturesque town of Wufu, east China’s Fujian province, local villager Wang Shenglong gazed up at the rows of saplings on Wugongshan Mountain, envisioning a vibrant tapestry of colorful leaves beneath the autumn clouds in the years to come. Little did he know one and a half years ago that what began as mere grumblings would brew into …

BEIJING: A humanoid robot innovation center has been established in the Chinese capital to accelerate the technology supply and industrialization of humanoid robots. The Beijing humanoid robot innovation center company, officially registered at the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, was jointly built by enterprises that make complete robots, core components and large models of robots. The center will build both hardware …

In the northeastern Indian state of Manipur, a severe crisis has unfolded, raising grave concerns. Imphal, the capital town, witnessed a brazen attack as over 700 rebels stormed a police camp, making off with state-of-the-art weaponry, ammunition, and several vehicles. Tragically, the assault in Imphal resulted in the loss of lives among police personnel. This conflict, which began in 3 …