ISLAMABAD: Pakistani officials and experts in the capital city Quetta of Pakistan’s southwest Balochistan province, said that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has a huge potential to promote growth in various sectors in the province. Addressing a seminar titled “China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: Assessing the Transformation of Vision into Reality with a Focus on Regional Connectivity, Innovation, and Security in Balochistan,” …

BEIJING: A think tank report on the achievements and global contributions of China’s reform endeavors in the new era was unveiled at a symposium held Tuesday in Beijing. Titled “Deepening Reform Comprehensively to Advance Chinese Modernization: Major Achievements and Global Contributions,” the report was jointly issued in Chinese and English by the think tanks under the Institute of Party History …

BEIJING: China unveiled an action plan on Tuesday to speed up the building of a “new electricity system” as part of the country’s efforts to pursue low-carbon development and ensure energy security. The plan, jointly issued by the National Development and Reform Commission, the National Energy Administration (NEA) and the National Data Administration, outlines steps to be taken in nine …

The FIA Immigration and Anti-Human Smuggling Wing has released its performance report for the first 7 months of the year. According to the report, immigration officials have detected 27 cases of fake visas and prevented 27 individuals with fake passports from traveling abroad. Additionally, 86 passengers were stopped from entering Pakistan due to various reasons. The report also stated that …

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has pleaded to the Supreme Court for forensic audit of the IPPs. The petitioner asked the apex court to issue order for recovery of the surplus profit paid to the independent power producers (IPPs). The FPCCI also called court order for amendment in agreements with IPPs with the condition that …

While following a ketogenic diet, which consists of ingesting almost all of your calories from fat and very little from carbohydrates, can help you lose weight, it can also damage your gut microbiota and block your arteries. This eating style, also referred to as a keto diet, compels the body to use an alternative fuel. It begins to rely on …

Former England and Surrey cricketer Graham Thorpe has passed away at the age of 55. He left lasting legacy as he influenced hundreds of the cricketers. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) mourned the loss of one of the country’s most distinguished cricketers. During his extensive cricket career, Thorpe participated in 100 Test matches for England from 1993 to …

Pakistani athlete Arshad Nadeem qualified for the Paris Olympics 2024 in the javelin throw competition. Arshad Nadeem’s first throw covered a distance of 86.59 meters. India’s Neeraj Chopra threw 89.34 meters in the first round and qualified for javelin throw final. Javelin throw qualifying round competition held in the Group-B competitions of the Paris Olympics 2024. Pakistani javelin thrower Arshad …

Lahore Police Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Bilal Siddique Kamyana said Police arrested three accused involved in looting a German tourist. Police sources claimed police recovered a camera and mobile phone from the accused. All accused have previous records and an investigation has been launched. The accused were arrested from Barki and Ghaziabad. Two robbers looted a German tourist near …

The National Assembly has passed the Elections Act (Amendment Bill) 2024 by a majority vote. According to details, under the decision of the Supreme Court regarding reserved seats, the government has been able to carry out important legislation. The bill for further amendment to the Elections Act 2017 has been approved by the National Assembly byy a majority vote. The …

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Tuesday dissolved the 12th parliament that was formed through the January 7 national election amid the opposition boycott of polls. Hasina Wazed became the prime minister of Bangladesh for the fifth record time as all the opposition parties boycotted the elections. The student protesters’ body gave an ultimatum to the President and Bangladesh Army to …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged further efforts to preserve the country’s cultural and natural treasures and renew their glamour in the new era. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in an instruction on strengthening the protection, preservation and utilization of cultural and …

TAIYUAN: China sent a new satellite group into space on Tuesday from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China’s Shanxi Province. The 18 satellites are the first batch of the first generation of Spacesail satellites. The Spacesail Constellation will provide global users with low-latency, high-speed and ultra-reliable satellite broadband internet services, according to the launch service provider China Great …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will emphasize the urgency of peace and provision of relief assistance for Gaza in the upcoming Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) meeting, the Pakistani Foreign Ministry has said. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will attend the Extraordinary Meeting of the OIC convened at the request of Palestine and Iran in the Saudi Arabian city …

PARIS: Zou Jingyuan overcame a shoulder injury to capture the men’s parallel bars title on Monday for China’s second gymnastics gold medal at Paris Olympics. Defending champion Zou was only the third man to win two gold medals in a row on this apparatus, amassing a massive 16.200 points to edge Illia Kovtun of Ukraine, who took the silver with …

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani military said on Monday that 139 soldiers, including officers, lost their lives in the ongoing fight against terrorists during the first seven months of 2024. Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of Pakistan army, Ahmed Sharif briefed journalists on the security situation, highlighting the extensive counter-terrorism efforts and professional activities of the …

CHATEAUROUX, France: China’s veteran shooter Li Yuehong won his maiden gold at his thrid Olympics after victory in men’s 25m rapid fire pistol here on Monday. The 34-year-old made 32 hits in the final to secure the fifth shooting gold for powerhouse China. Li won bronze at both Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo Olympics.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has constituted an eight-member task force to oversee the implementation of structural reforms in the power sector. According to a press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the task force has been formed to reduce the financial burden on the power sector being borne by the government, and to enable the establishment of an …

The evacuation of tourists and locals from Kaghan Valley has been completed, with over 10,000 tourists safely returned. According to Deputy Commissioner Mansehra, the valley is now empty, with all hotels from Kaghan to Naran fully vacated. However, around 110 to 120 vehicles remain stranded in Mahandri. The DC said that efforts are being made to clear the stranded vehicles, …

Bangladesh’s army chief Wakeruz Zaman said on Monday he will form an interim government after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled Dhaka in the face of overwhelming protests. “We will form an interim government,” Waker said in a broadcast to the nation on state television, adding Hasina had resigned. Since late July, Bangladesh has been engulfed by protests and …

WhatsApp the popular instant messaging platform owned by Meta has introduced a groundbreaking feature aimed at ensuring communication continues even when internet access is disrupted. This new proxy technology allows users to connect to WhatsApp through servers established by volunteers and organizations dedicated to supporting free speech globally. The feature comes in response to increasing instances of internet blackouts, such …

Jannat Mirza Pakistan’s leading TikTok star and social media influencer recently made headlines by publicly addressing her breakup with fiancé Umer Butt. Known for her substantial social media presence, Mirza, with 25.1 million TikTok followers and 5.9 million Instagram followers, disclosed the reasons behind the dissolution of her engagement in a candid statement. In her remarks, Mirza expressed relief and …

PCB Chairman Mohsin Raza Naqvi Monday said that Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Karachi stadiums are being upgraded to as per the international standards for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2024 to be held in February wherein the eight best teams of the world will participate. “Some elements wanted the Champions Trophy not to be held in Pakistan,” the PCB chairman said. “ICC …

Provincial Election Commissioner Punjab Ijaz Noor Chauhan has been made Officer on Special Duty (OSD). The Election Commissioner has issued a notification to form OSD. Ejaz Anwar Chauhan is a grade-20 officer. Joint Provincial Election Commissioner Punjab Sain Baksh will take over the office of Provincial Election Commissioner. On January, Ijaz Anwar Chohan took charge of his responsibilities as Punjab …

President Asif Ali Zardari said India took illegal steps to undermine the recognized disputed status of Occupied Kashmir and continuous campaign to change the demographic structure and political landscape of Held Valley. “Indian actions are a violation of international laws, including the resolutions of the Security Council, the 4th Geneva Convention,” the President said President Asif Ali Zardari said India’s …

BEIJING: China’s Ministry of Emergency Management on Sunday called on authorities to stay on guard against floods as significant rainfall is forecast to continue in certain areas in the coming days. While the overall precipitation in the country will weaken over the next three days, measurable rainfall is still expected in the northeastern region, the Yellow River and Huaihe River …

PARIS: Two-time Olympic champion Zhang Yufei defended her teammate and newly crowned 100m freestyle champion Pan Zhanle at the Paris Olympics as she hit back at accusations of cover-ups in recent contamination cases involving the country’s athletes. “He has swum under 47 seconds many times and has made steady improvement in recent years. This is not something that has been …

PARIS: The vibrant atmosphere at the Porte de la Chapelle Arena on Wednesday night bore witness to an inspiring moment in Olympic badminton. Singapore’s 10th-seed, Loh Kean Yew, clinched victory with a deft shot to the baseline, concluding Uriel Francisco Canjura Artiga’s journey in the Paris Olympics. For the 23-year-old Salvadoran, this was more than just a match, it marked …

Former President Donald Trump has confirmed he will debate Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris on September 4, 2024, with the event set to be broadcast on Fox News. The announcement came via Trump’s Truth Social account late Friday, although the Harris campaign has yet to verify the debate’s details. In his post, Trump outlined that the debate’s format would echo …

A serious concern has emerged regarding women’s health linked to the desire for beauty, particularly due to the chemicals found in makeup products. According to health experts, the prevalence of diseases related to reproductive health in women is increasing, attributed to the chemicals like charcoal, parabens, and phthalates commonly used in makeup. Dr. Samina Haque, a Gynecologist, highlighted the health …

Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) efforts led to an extraordinary increase in domestic exports during the financial year 2024-2023. According to the data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, Pakistan’s merchandise exports in 2023-2024 increased by 10.54 percent to reach $30.64 billion over the previous year. Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data shows, that imports decreased by 0.84% ​​to 54.73 …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif honored the martyred officers and personnel on Police Martyrs’ Day, describing it as a day to remember the courage and bravery of the police. He noted that “the sacrifices of the police who laid down their lives while suppressing crimes are eternal.” Sharif acknowledged the police’s role as the frontline in the war against terrorism, praising …

Punjab Police which claimed to apprehend major robbers and murderers guilty of serious crimes has failed to secure convictions for any of the criminals arrested this year. Robbery, murder, rape, and other serious crimes have led to numerous arrests by the Punjab Police. However, the investigation process is so flawed that many accused individuals escape punishment. The Punjab Police has …

Former captain and ‘king of swing’ Wasim Akram has turned down an offer to join the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as either Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or advisor to the Chairman. The decision comes as the PCB faces scrutiny over the management of its cricketing affairs. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the Federal Minister of Interior, has …

The process of repatriation of Afghans living illegally in different cities of the country continues. As per official data, the total number of illegal Afghans leaving Pakistan has reached 675,190 by August 3, 2024. According to the report, 6345 men, 4963 women and 4229 children out of 15,537 Afghans left their country from July 21 to August 3. Even before …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has distributed the schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to all cricket boards, as well as broadcasters. Sources reveal that a budget of approximately $70 million has been approved for the tournament. The schedule outlines a series of events and matches, with the tournament set to begin on February 19 and conclude on March …

In the last 24 hours, more than 12 people have died due to monsoon rains and floods in Pakistan. In Sindh, five people died in various accidents related to the rains, and many others were injured. Numerous villages were submerged after the Murad Wah canal broke in Kandhkot. The Kirti Dam also broke in Khairpur, severing the land connection to …

BEIJING: As China’s tourist destinations experience a surge in visitors this summer, many popular spots have opted to scrap reservation requirements to reduce hassles and offer a more smooth travel experience for tourists. A recent survey of 1,000 respondents highlighted that 62.1 percent of Chinese travelers suggested a combination of online booking and on-site ticket sales at tourist attractions to …

BEIJING: General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a message to To Lam, congratulating him on election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee. In the congratulatory message, Xi said he was glad to learn that To Lam has been elected as general secretary of the …

BEIJING: China will work to further develop consumer services to support high-quality economic development and meet people’s demand for personalized, diversified and quality services, according to a guideline made public Saturday. The guideline, issued by the State Council, set out 20 key tasks, including tapping the potential of consumption in sectors such as hospitality, domestic services, elderly care, childcare, entertainment, …