PESHAWAR: Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, in an online address at an international seminar held in Peshawar on Tuesday, reaffirmed China’s unwavering commitment to deepening ties with Pakistan and accelerating the next phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The seminar was jointly organized by China Window, the Higher Education Commission (HEC), and the Institute of Management Sciences (IMSciences), drawing participants …

Credit to: Pan Deng, CGTN Anchor The 5th China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan Province marks a significant evolution in China’s consumer landscape. With participation from 71 countries and regions, the expo showcased over 4,100 brands, including 65 Fortune Global 500 companies and industry leaders. This year’s event notably highlighted cutting-edge technology with new exhibition zones dedicated to artificial …

A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) training aircraft crashed near the Ratta Tibba area of Vehari on Tuesday due to a technical fault. Fortunately, both pilots on board ejected safely and sustained only minor injuries. The aircraft was on a routine training mission when it developed a technical malfunction mid-air. According to initial reports, the aircraft lost control and eventually crashed …

At least three personnel of the Balochistan Constabulary were martyred while 19 others sustained injuries on Monday in a powerful explosion targeting their vehicle on Dasht Road in the Mastung district of Balochistan. According to a spokesperson for the Balochistan government, the explosion occurred near a truck carrying security personnel. The blast was carried out using a remote-controlled improvised explosive …

The Saudi General Aviation Authority (GACA) has issued new guidelines affecting Umrah travelers, specifically targeting those traveling on visas after 15th Shawwal. According to the new instructions, pilgrims holding Umrah visas post-15th Shawwal will not be allowed to travel to Saudi Arabia, a measure designed to streamline the annual pilgrimage process. The directive, which came into effect immediately, mandates that …

The Pakistani Foreign Office has confirmed it is in constant communication with Iranian authorities following the brutal killing of eight Pakistani nationals in Iran’s Sistan and Baluchistan province. Iranian officials have launched an investigation into the incident, with Pakistan awaiting verified information before making a formal statement. The Iranian Embassy in Pakistan has confirmed the deaths of the Pakistani citizens, …

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb urged the business community to stop offering bribes and vowed to appoint credible officers within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Addressing a press conference at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, the finance czar emphasised that the industrial and trade sectors play a crucial role in Pakistan’s development. Aurangzeb highlighted that the government’s primary …

As the mercury rises across Pakistan and India, the threat of a severe heatwave has made its presence felt. The scorching temperatures not only affect our comfort but also pose serious health risks like dehydration and heatstroke. One traditional drink that has stood the test of time is lassi, a refreshing yogurt-based beverage that can provide the much-needed relief during the …

Extreme summer temperatures in Pakistan demand strategic clothing choices that balance comfort with protection. Fashion experts and health advisors have identified specific garments and fabrics that can help residents navigate the scorching heat while maintaining comfort and style. For men facing Pakistan’s intense summer heat, lightweight cotton shirts in pale shades like white, beige, or soft pastels provide maximum relief …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Salman Akram Raja has distanced himself from any claims of a deal with the establishment, asserting that Azam Khan Swati’s remarks regarding negotiations were made without any formal discussions within the party. Speaking to journalists outside the special anti-terrorism court in Lahore, Salman Akram Raja clarified that he was unaware of any deal between PTI and …

Pakistan was struck by two strong earthquake tremors within the span of an hour on Saturday afternoon, creating panic among residents across multiple cities. The first earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.3 on the Richter scale, struck at 11:54 PM. Its epicenter was located near the Pak-Afghan-Tajikistan border, at a depth of 88 kilometers. The tremors were felt primarily in …

BEIJING: When To Lam made his first visit to China as Vietnam’s top leader in August last year, he started the trip not in Beijing but in the southern metropolis of Guangzhou — a special arrangement Chinese President Xi Jinping later hailed as “quite meaningful.” It was in Guangzhou, a century earlier, that Ho Chi Minh, the late Vietnamese leader, …

BEIJING: In February 2023, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted then Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen at the Diaoyutai State Guest House in Beijing, an appointment between the two old friends. Back in early 2020, Hun Sen visited Beijing as China was battling the COVID-19 epidemic. He visited to show Cambodia’s staunch support for the Chinese people at a …

BEIJING: Over three decades ago, when Xi Jinping, then the top official of China’s southeastern city of Fuzhou, visited Malaysia on an investment promotion trip, he found himself deeply impressed by two symbolic sites. One is the Poh San Teng Temple, a long-standing homage to renowned Chinese navigator Zheng He (1371-1433) of the Ming Dynasty. The other is the city …

KUNMING: As of Saturday, the China-Laos Railway has transported 487,000 cross-border passengers from 112 countries and regions since the launch of its international passenger train service two years ago, according to China Railway Kunming Group Co., Ltd. The 1,035-km railway, which links Kunming in southwest China’s Yunnan Province and the Laotian capital Vientiane, has played a significant role in boosting …

The US President Donald Trump series of reciprocal tariffs have shocked allies and adversaries, marginalizing their economies, communities and enterprises alike due to which global governance and trading systems are in immense stress. Interestingly, Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto has described the reciprocal tariff policy as a move that has raised global concerns about the economic landscape. While delivering his keynote …

PORT OF SPAIN: “The Belt and Road Initiative has brought enormous development opportunities and valuable experiences to Trinidad and Tobago,” Sekou Alleyne, president of InvestTT, the national investment promotion agency, has said. Trinidad and Tobago was among the first Caribbean nations to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with China on jointly advancing the initiative. As a small island developing state, …

Several cities across Punjab and the northern regions of Pakistan were lashed by rain and thunderstorms on Friday, as a fresh western disturbance gripped the upper parts of the country. The weather system, accompanied by strong winds and occasional hailstorms, brought relief from the scorching heat but also caused disruptions in parts of the region. In Lahore, dark clouds hovered …

Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that judicial remarks—whether critical or complimentary—must not be considered binding or final in any future legal forum or proceedings. The verdict came in a written decision issued by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, in which the apex court dismissed the Punjab Government’s petition seeking the transfer of May 9 incident cases to another judge. According …

Reckless drivers in the UAE now face on-the-spot arrests and hefty fines of up to Dh100,000 under newly revised traffic laws aimed at improving road safety, according to the Ministry of Interior. The amended regulations, which came into effect in late March, grant broader authority to traffic enforcement officers, enabling them to detain motorists caught committing serious traffic violations. The …

Tensions flared outside Adiala Jail on Thursday as senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Opposition Leader in the National Assembly Omer Ayub Khan and party spokesperson Niazullah Niazi, were once again denied permission to meet the incarcerated founder of PTI — despite clear directives from the Islamabad High Court. Speaking to media outside the jail, Omer Ayub accused the jail …

Pakistan’s rising squash star Noor Zaman has etched his name into history by winning the 2025 U-23 World Squash Championship, defeating Egypt’s Kareem El Torkey in a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory. The final, held at the prestigious DHA Creek Club in Karachi, was a display of resilience, determination, and skill from the 21-year-old from Peshawar, who overcame a challenging start …

Pakistan says that considering the interconnected nature of global trade, the imposition of tariffs by the United States can have far-reaching effects, particularly on developing countries. At his weekly media briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said Pakistan hopes for a swift and mutually beneficial resolution of the issue. He mentioned that, as for the …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for building a community with a shared future with neighboring countries and striving to open new ground for China’s neighborhood work. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks at a central conference on work related to neighboring …

Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodriguez, have reportedly overhauled their personal security arrangements in Saudi Arabia, replacing their chief bodyguard and dismissing previous staff following a series of alarming threats made against them on social media. The Portuguese football icon, who currently resides in Riyadh with Rodriguez and their five children, has taken the threats seriously — prompting police …

The Sindh government has once again decided to impose a complete ban on the manufacture, sale, and use of plastic bags across the province, citing growing environmental and urban concerns. According to a statement issued by the Sindh Environment Department, violators of the ban will face strict legal action, including prosecution, arrests, and punishment. The department warned that the use …

A high-level US delegation – led by Senior Bureau Officer for South and Central Asia Affairs Eric Meyer –  met with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday as part of an ongoing diplomatic engagement focused on Pakistan’s mineral wealth. The meeting, which took place in the backdrop of the ongoing Minerals Investment Forum 2025, saw …

BEIJING: China’s Minister of National Defense Dong Jun met with Pakistan Air Force Chief Zaheer Ahmad Babar in Beijing on Tuesday. Speaking highly of the cooperation between Chinese and Pakistani militaries in recent years, Dong said China is willing to work with the Pakistani side in strengthening strategic communication and cooperation, deepening practical cooperation, and jointly safeguarding international and regional …

In a story straight out of a fairy tale, Noppajit “Meen” Somboonsate, a 28-year-old street sweeper in Bangkok, has gone from sweeping streets to striking poses—thanks to a chance encounter captured on TikTok. Meen, a single mother of two, was spotted while working on the streets by Semyon Rezchikov, a Russian photographer visiting Thailand. Captivated by her natural beauty, Rezchikov …

A tense standoff unfolded near Adiala Jail on Tuesday, as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers clashed with police demanding access to party founder Imran Khan and his family. The protest, which escalated into a series of arrests, centered around the denial of entry for several prominent PTI figures, including Khan’s three sisters, who had arrived to meet him and his wife, …

The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) on Tuesday officially announced the cessation of the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) for Pakistani students. The decision, communicated by the U.S. Department of State, marks the end of the program after 15 years of fostering educational and cultural exchange between the two nations. The Global UGRAD Program, which has been …

In a significant development, popular actress and model Nadia Hussain has been summoned by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) following the discovery of large sums of money being transferred into her accounts by her husband, Aatif Khan. According to reports, the FIA’s Corporate Crime Circle issued a call-up notice for Hussain, instructing her to appear on April 14th at 2:30 …

The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 kicked off in Islamabad with a grand opening ceremony attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, federal ministers, and chief ministers from across the country. Delegations from China, the United States, Gulf countries, and Europe, along with leading private investors, are participating in the two-day high-level event …

BEIJING: China will resolutely take countermeasures to safeguard its rights and interests should the United States escalate its tariff measures, the country’s commerce ministry said Tuesday. The comments were made by a spokesperson with the Ministry of Commerce after the United States threatened to impose an additional 50-percent tariff on Chinese imports, which the spokesperson said China firmly opposes. The …

Chief Justice Yahya Afridi on Monday upheld the Rs2.2 million fine imposed on the prosecutor general of Punjab by the Lahore High Court (LHC) while disposing of appeals regarding the transfer of cases from the Rawalpindi ATC judge in the case related to May 9 mayhem. The CJP observed that the high court’s decision would not affect the careers of …

Security forces killed nine terrorists including a ringleader during an intelligence based operation in Takwara area of Dera Ismail Khan on night between 6/7 April 2025. During conduct of the operation, own troops effectively engaged their location and after an intense fire exchange, nine terrorist including ring leader Shireen were killed. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed …

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recovered slightly after dropping more than 8,000 points on Monday. Trading was suspended when the KSE-100 index lost more than 6,000 point at around midday. At 3 pm, the index was at 114,652.39 after recovering 4,000 points but still in arrears 4,139.27 points or 3.48%. The trend coincides with global markets crash amid ongoing tariff war. This is said …

Music knows no boundaries — and the latest collaboration between Indian singer Tulsi Kumar and Pakistani talents Kaifi Khalil and Sehar Khan is proof of that. Their new track ‘Fitrat’, set to release on April 4, 2025, is already creating buzz across borders. Tulsi Kumar teased the project earlier this week with a striking poster showing Pakistani actress Sehar Khan …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif are expected to visit London in the coming days. According to sources, Nawaz Sharif is scheduled to arrive in London on April 11. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to London following his official visit to Belarus. Shehbaz Sharif is expected to stay in London for three days, …

The Sahara Desert is one of Earth’s most arid and desolate places, stretching across a swathe of North Africa that spans parts of 11 countries and covers an area comparable to China or the United States. But it has not always been so inhospitable. During a period from about 14,500 to 5,000 years ago, it was a lush green savannah rich …