US Vice President Kamala Harris and election rival Donald Trump traded barbs across battleground states Friday night before converging on Wisconsin’s biggest city for competing rallies, a dramatic split-screen image in the final days of a volatile presidential race. With political heat reaching a boil ahead of Election Day November 5, Trump faced criticism for violent rhetoric targeting a high-profile …

URUMQI: Edil Mohammed, who commutes daily for about an hour by bus from Yarkent, Kazakhstan, to Horgos, China, has adapted to the lifestyle of cross-border work. As the head of a branch of Kazakhstan’s Bank CenterCredit, which is located in the China-Kazakhstan International Border Cooperation Center in Horgos, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, he is part of a pioneering …

BEIJING: Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the opening ceremony of the seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) and relevant events, and deliver a speech, a spokesperson announced Sunday. The seventh CIIE will be held from Nov. 5 to 10 in Shanghai, said He Yadong, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce.

Foreign policy is always a complex and complicated subject to predict however, it seems that the new president of Indonesia may take new steps/initiatives to further strengthen Indonesian role in the region and beyond in terms of rigorous economic diplomacy, increasing trans-regional connectivity, paradigm shift from neutrality to constructive neutrality, peace, stability and harmony. Thus innovative, integrated, and coordinated efforts …

          This photo taken on Nov. 2, 2024 shows the south square of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the main venue for the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE), in east China’s Shanghai. Preparations for the 7th CIIE, which is scheduled to take place in Shanghai from Nov. 5 to 10, have entered the …

Iran’s supreme leader on Saturday threatened Israel and the U.S. with “a crushing response” over attacks on Iran and its allies. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei spoke as Iranian officials are increasingly threatening to launch yet another strike against Israel after its Oct. 26 attack on the Islamic Republic that targeted military bases and other locations and killed at least five people. …

Despite lofty claims of bringing more people into the tax net through various schemes and measures, the government badly failed in its endeavor as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) demanded to bring a mini-budget. The global lender in a virtual meeting with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) authorities pointed out the shortfall in the tax collection targets promised by …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is working proactively to facilitate Indian fans who may attend the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which Pakistan is set to host next year.  PCB chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced steps to simplify visa processes for Indian fans, with a dedicated ticket quota reserved specifically for them, hoping for a significant turnout from India. …

At least 14 people have died after a railway station roof collapsed on Friday in northern Serbia, according to CNN affiliate N1. Serbia’s Interior Minister, Ivica Dačić, reported the updated death toll, adding that rescue operations are ongoing in Novi Sad, a city located about 70 kilometres (43 miles) northwest of the capital, Belgrade. Local media reported over 30 injuries, …

Renowned Indian fashion designer Rohit Bal has passed away at the age of 63. According to Indian media reports, Bal was admitted to the ICU a week prior to his final show in October. After being discharged, he was admitted again to Aashlok Hospital in Delhi on Wednesday, where he suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away on Friday. The …

On Diwali, actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh delighted fans by sharing the first photo of their daughter and revealing her name — Dua Padukone Singh. Deepika posted the picture on Instagram, explaining the meaning behind the name. She wrote, “Dua Padukone Singh | ‘Dua’ : meaning a Prayer. Because She is the Answer to our Prayers. Our hearts are …

National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has written a letter and submitted nominations from parliamentary parties to the Supreme Judicial Council on the issue of formation of a Judicial Commission for the appointment of judges to the superior judiciary. The nominations were made following consultations with Senate Chairman and parliamentary leaders. Sadiq’s nominations include members from both the National Assembly …

Private schools in Lahore have initiated a carpool program aimed at reducing air pollution and alleviating traffic congestion during school hours in a response to the worsening smog crisis in the Punjab capital. On the directions of the Environment Department, schools have started to inform parents about the initiative. Under this program, instead of individual students arriving at school in …

The Senate Standing Committee on Law and Justice on Friday approved a bill to raise the number of Supreme Court judges from 17 to 25 despite oppositions from the PTI and JUI-F. Chaired by Farooq H. Naek, the committee debated the bill presented by Senator Abdul Qadir who argued that rising population and crime rates have significantly increased the case …

A three-member delegation from the US Embassy visited Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. According to reports, the US Embassy delegation was granted consular access to three detained individuals. The delegation met American citizens detained under the Foreign Act. The meeting, held in the office of the Additional Superintendent, lasted for one hour. The delegation was given access to American citizens Abid …

Legendary cricketer Zaheer Abbas, the pride of Pakistan cricket, has joined the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Governing Board. According to a PCB spokesperson, the “Asian Bradman” was nominated to the board by the State Bank. Zaheer Abbas replaces the current member, Meraj Mahmood, and no additional members were added to the board, which comprises 12 members, including the PCB chairman. …

Lily and Margot, two blue-throated macaws who escaped from London Zoo a week ago, have been found 60 miles away in Cambridgeshire. The vibrant parrots, known for their deep blue feathers and yellow markings, disappeared on October 21 while flying freely as part of their daily routine at the zoo. The search concluded after a family in Buckden, Cambridgeshire, spotted …

The threat of smog looms in the country as the worst air quality persisted in Peshawar. According to details, due to the fewer rainfalls, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s provincial capital had been blanketed with smog. The medical experts had also sounded the alarm, saying, “The environmental pollution can lead to asthma.” The air quality index (AQI) reached 123 in Peshawar, which …

WhatsApp is set to elevate user experience with the introduction of a new automatic text formatting tool, according to reports from WEBetaInfo. This innovative feature aims to enhance how users interact with links and group messages within chats. Previously, WhatsApp rolled out a feature that allows users to verify the authenticity of links shared in chats by searching for additional …

The Defense C police station in Lahore has registered a case against the husband of former actress Nargis over alleged torture and threatening to murder.  The case was registered on the complaint of actress Ghazala alias Nargis, who alleged that she was subjected to violence by her husband, Inspector Majid Bashir, over a financial dispute. The Defense C police station registered …

Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Friday that Qatar was ready to invest $3billion in Pakistan. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Tarar declared Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Saudi Arabia and Qatar as “greatly successful.” “The premier’s meetings with the Saudi leadership had turned out to be quite beneficial,” he said. “Pakistan’s economy is on the verge …

          This photo taken on Oct. 31, 2024 shows a model of the Bluewhale I drilling platform at the 2024 China Marine Economy Expo (CMEE) in Shenzhen, south China’s Guangdong Province. The 2024 CMEE kicked off in Shenzhen on Thursday, comprehensively showcasing China’s marine economic development, and scientific and technological innovation. (Xinhua/Liang Xu) Visitors learn about …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday exchanged congratulatory messages over the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. China and the UAE are good friends who trust each other and good partners for win-win cooperation, Xi said. Over the past …

Bollywood diva Sonakshi Sinha has continued to stole the spotlight and mesmerise her fans over the years. Taking to Instagram, the “Rowdy Rathore” actress has recently shared a set of pictures in which she is seen flanked by her husband Zaheer Iqbal. The couple is seen putting up the ethnic attires to embrace Diwali. She captioned the post: “Happy happy …

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government has retired a substantial debt of Rs117.62 billion for the week ending October 18. This recent repayment now brings the total net retirement for the current fiscal year 2025 (FY25) to Rs1.38 trillion, according to weekly estimates from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). According to Mettis Global, the borrowings are categorised into three groups including …

LAHORE: Sources revealed on Thursday that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expecting new posting in the organisation before mid-November. Following PCB’s head of women’s cricket Tania Mallick and Pakistan Super League (PSL) Director Sohaib Sheikhs resignations from their respective roles, sources revealed that new faces are expected to join the organisation soon. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has already initiated …

The crowd-sourced fact-checking feature of Elon Musk’s X, Community Notes, is not countering false claims about the U.S. election, the Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) said in a report on Wednesday. Of the 283 misleading X posts that CCDH analysed, 209, or 74% of the posts, did not show accurate notes to all X users correcting false and misleading …

Pakistan Navy Ship Zulfiquar while deployed on a regional maritime security patrol rescued an Iranian fishing dhow with 23 fishermen onboard, a statement from the Pakistan Navy said on Thursday. According to a statement from the Directorate General Public Relations (DGPR) Pakistan Navy, PNS Zulfiquar responded to the distress call from Fishing Dhow AL Muhammadi, which was stranded in the …

QINGDAO: The formations of Chinese aircraft carriers Liaoning and Shandong carried out a dual aircraft carrier formation exercise for the first time in the South China Sea, according to the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy. Aiming to enhance the integrated combat capability of the aircraft carrier formations, the exercise was part of the Liaoning aircraft carrier formation’s regular real-combat training …

For the first time in Pakistan’s history, a passenger aircraft was transported by road, making for an unusual sight on Thursday. A retired Boeing 737 was moved from Karachi, Pakistan’s commercial hub, to Hyderabad on a specially designed truck and trailer. The overland journey covered 154 kilometres in approximately two and a half hours. The rare event reminded Pakistanis of a similar …

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced that it will hold rallies and protests across the country by forging alliances with other political parties at both national and provincial levels. Talking the media outside Adiala jail, PTI leader Asad Qaiser criticized the government, calling it “fascist” and questioning its democratic claims. “What else should elected representatives discuss with their leader besides …

DOHA: Pakistan and Qatar have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic ties, underscoring the importance of shared economic goals and regional stability. This resolve was expressed during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s delegation-level talks with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, followed by a one-on-one meeting to discuss a wide array of bilateral interests in Doha on Thursday, …

President Asif Ali Zardari fractured his foot while disembarking a plane at Dubai International Airport last night, according to a spokesperson for the President Office. The spokesperson said that the president was immediately taken to a hospital for preliminary medical care, where doctors examined and plastered the injured foot. “The plaster cast will remain on for four weeks, and doctors …

The Immigration & Passports Office has amended its rules to remove the requirement of having the address on the identity card match the city where the passport is applied for. The change allows Pakistani citizens to obtain a passport from any city regardless of their residential permanent address on the CNIC. The revised policy has been formally communicated to regional …

The recent visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Pakistan ahead of the 23rd Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Islamabad marks a very important landmark in the exemplary bilateral relationship between two countries. As both nations are celebrating decades of longstanding partnership, this visit laid the blueprint …

In a significant move for the journalist community, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed immediate action to commence Journalist Colony Phase-II in Lahore, ensuring the provision of residential plots to journalists. The announcement was made during a meeting with Provincial Information Minister Azma Zahid Bokhari at the Chief Minister’s House, where Maryam Nawaz underscored the essential partnership between …

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the resignations of Pakistan Super League (PSL) Director Sohaib Sheikh and Head of Women’s Cricket Tania Mallick on Wednesday. The PCB stated that the two resigned in order to “pursue new career opportunities.” The PSL Director Sohaib Sheikh resignation was announced on Wednesday. He had a stint in the PCB from 2016 to …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Shoaib Shaheen said , that party founder and former prime minister Imran Khan has rubished reports of a possible deal with the (military) establishment. After a meeting with the Imran Khan in Adiala jail, Shaheen said that Imran Khan has said that he will go to the Supreme Court against the government for curbing his fundamental …

Hamza Firdous Jamal recently opened up about his family’s struggles in response to his father Firdous Jamal’s controversial interview with a YouTuber, where he declared he had left the family and that they were happier without him. Addressing these claims, Hamza felt compelled to share his mother’s side of the story. “As a son, I prefer to keep personal matters …

Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel has jumped into the top ten of the ICC Test batting rankings, moving up 20 places to secure the 7th position. Joining him in the top ten is New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra, who also made significant strides, rising 8 ranks to claim the 10th spot. England’s Joe Root continues to hold the top position among Test batsmen, …