The Trump administration is considering placing travel restrictions on citizens from dozens of countries, including Pakistan, as part of a broader immigration crackdown, according to a memo seen by Reuters. The internal memo lists Pakistan among 26 countries that could face a partial suspension of U.S. visa issuance if the government fails to address “deficiencies” in its vetting and security procedures …

Renowned Pakistani singer Naseebo Lal has reportedly been subjected to domestic violence by her husband, Naveed. Shahdara Town police in Lahore have officially registered a case against him following the disturbing incident. According to the first information report (FIR), Naseebo Lal was sitting in the courtyard of her home when her husband arrived and started verbally abusing her. The situation …

Despite the country’s improved economic performance, the latest round of economic review talks between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded without a staff-level agreement. However, sources privy to the development said that pending issues could be resolved through virtual discussions in the coming weeks. According to officials familiar with the negotiations, Pakistan will be required to implement several …

CAIRO: China’s commitment to further opening-up to the world is expected to bring significant benefits to the global economy and developing countries, an Egyptian expert has said. “China has launched global initiatives, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, and the China International Import Expo, which have strengthened economic ties between China and the rest of the world,” Mohamed Youssef, …

PHNOM PENH: China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has truly changed the lives and destinies of many people across the world, a Cambodian senior minister said here on Friday. Speaking in a speech at the opening ceremony of the Shapingba Hotpot Carnival in Phnom Penh, Ly Thuch, a Cambodian senior minister in charge of special missions, said the BRI is …

As the final round of negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) set to conclude today, the government has successfully convinced the global lender that no mini-budget will be introduced before the end of June. Officials from the Ministry of Finance claim the IMF has expressed satisfaction with the country’s economic performance, paving the way for the release …

In the newly released 2025 Government Work Report of China, expected development planning in the AI field was announced. “The country will establish a mechanism to increase funding for industries of the future and foster industries such as biomanufacturing, quantum technology, embodied artificial intelligence, and 6G technology.” As an emerging AI powerhouse, how is China’s AI roadmap driving industrial growth …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday urged Pakistan to enhance revenue generation and curb expenditures as policy-level discussions between the two sides continue. The consultations, focused on the ongoing fiscal year’s performance and next year’s economic targets, come amid Pakistan’s push to secure the next tranche of its $7 billion loan programme. According to sources, IMF officials were briefed …

The National Assembly on Thursday unanimously passed a resolution condemning the Jaffar Express hijacking incident, vowing to take strict action against those destabilising the country. The resolution, presented by Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, expressed grave concern over the attack and reaffirmed the House’s commitment to national security. The text of the resolution categorically rejected all extremist …

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted rain and thunderstorms in the upper regions of the country on Thursday (today), with snowfall expected over high-altitude areas. According to the PMD’s daily weather update, “Rain-wind or thunderstorms [with snow over the high mountains] is expected at isolated places in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad, and upper Punjab.” The …

Former Australian cricketer Stuart MacGill has been found guilty of taking part in the supply of cocaine, following a jury trial in the New South Wales District Court. The 54-year-old, who played 44 Test matches for Australia, was accused of facilitating a drug deal in April 2021 by introducing his cocaine dealer to his partner’s brother, Marino Sotiropoulos. While MacGill …

Right on the U.S.-Canadian border, Corey Fram’s tourism marketing job has gotten a lot harder of late. Fram is director of the 1000 Islands International Tourism Council, which promotes a nature destination with castles, cruises, hikes, and fishing enjoyed by Canadians and Americans. But he says U.S. President Donald Trump’s continuous disparagement of Canada is taking a toll. “We have …

Security forces eliminated 33 heavily armed terrorists, including suicide bombers, in a daring and intense operation and recued all hostages after the Jaffar Express was attacked near the Sibi  district of Balochistan province on Tuesday, said the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday night. The ISPR, the media wing of Pakistan Army, said in a statement that the terrorists …

Pakistani actress Sajal Aly has once again proven her fashion prowess by sharing a breathtaking video of herself in a stunning red ensemble. The mesmerizing look has taken social media by storm, leaving fans and fashion enthusiasts in awe. Sajal Aly, who stepped into the entertainment industry with her role as Afreen in Mehmoodabad Ki Malkain, has built a remarkable …

Indian opener Shubman Gill continued to dominate world cricket as the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the ODI rankings on Wednesday. According to details, Gill, who showed his batting prowess in the Champions Trophy 2025, remained number one in the ODI format. Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam remained in second place in the ODI format. Rohit Sharma moved to the …

International rating agency Moody’s has upgraded the outlook for Pakistani banks from stable to positive, citing improvements in the country’s economic conditions and financial resilience over the past year. In its latest statement issued on Wednesday, Moody’s acknowledged the strong performance of Pakistani banks, highlighting their record-breaking profits in 2024 and a more stable operating environment. The agency also noted …

The residents of the UAE were set to enjoy up to five days off for the Islamic festival of Eid Al Fitr, marking the first extended holiday of 2025. The break was expected to last either four or five days, depending on the sighting of the crescent Moon, with the holiday coinciding with the weekend. According to astronomical calculations, a …

BEIJING: China will hold the Beijing meeting between China, Russia and Iran on the Iranian nuclear issue on March 14, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Wednesday. Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu will chair the meeting and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov Sergey Alexeevich and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi will attend the meeting in Beijing. The three …

HANGZHOU: The world of robotics may have just found a new martial arts master. In a viral video released by Unitree Robotics, the Unitree G1 humanoid robot executes a fluid series of kung fu moves, throwing punches and even landing a 720-degree spinning kick — an achievement the Hangzhou-based company has hailed as unprecedented on its official social media account. …

ISLAMABAD (Internews): Chinese ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong has said that China stands ready to walk hand in hand with Pakistan on our respective paths to modernization and welcomes Pakistan to benefit first from China’s further comprehensive deepening of reforms and expansion of high-level opening-up. While addressing at the seminar on the Two Sessions themed “China’s Spring: China’s Opportunities, Shared …

BEIJING (Internews): China’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Mao Ning addressed the recent train incident in Balochistan by strongly condemning the terrorist attack. In a regular press conference on Wednesday, she further emphasized that China firmly opposes terrorism in any form and reiterated its unwavering commitment to supporting Pakistan in its fight against terrorism. China expressed its solidarity with Pakistan, highlighting the …

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack on the Jaffar Express in Dhadar area of Bolan Pass on Tuesday. In their separate statements, they lauded the security forces for their bravery and professionalism demonstrated in the operation against terrorists and rescuing 104 passengers. The President said attacks on unarmed civilians …

A senior Hamas official said that a fresh round of Gaza ceasefire talks began on Tuesday (Mar 11) in the Qatari capital Doha, with the Palestinian movement approaching the negotiations “positively and responsibly”. “A new round of ceasefire negotiations began today,” Abdul Rahman Shadid said in a statement. “Our movement is dealing with these negotiations positively and responsibly.” Israel has …

Newly-appointed batting coach Mohammad Yousuf decided on Tuesday to travel with the Pakistan national cricket team after his daughter recovered. According to details, the former batting legend had shown his availability after his daughter was recovering well. Yousuf said, “The doctors have said that my daughter is recovering, so that is why I have decided to travel with the team …

Pakistan has fully activated its early warning system for natural disasters, enabling predictions up to 10 months in advance and potentially reducing damage by 45%, according to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Chairman Inam Haider Malik. Speaking at a Public Accounts Committee (PAC) meeting chaired by Junaid Akbar, Malik revealed that Pakistan is now connected to 277 satellites, providing comprehensive …

China has set an economic growth target of around 5% for 2025, unveiling a roadmap centered on fiscal expansion, technological innovation, and foreign investment. Premier Li Qiang presented the government work report at the opening of the third session of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) on March 5, outlining a comprehensive approach to sustaining economic momentum amid global uncertainties. …

BEIJING: The 14th National People’s Congress (NPC), China’s top legislature, concluded its third session Tuesday. Chinese President Xi Jinping and other leaders including Li Qiang, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang, Li Xi and Han Zheng attended the closing meeting of the session at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Entrusted by the session’s presidium, Li Hongzhong, executive …

ISLAMABAD: (Internews) : Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal has said that China has confirmed its support for holding the session of 14th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting in July 2025. Ahsan Iqbal chaired a high-level progress review meeting on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Islamabad on Tuesday. During the meeting, Ahsan Iqbal expressed dissatisfaction …

Elon Musk has alleged that a “massive cyberattack” originating from the “Ukraine area” was behind the repeated outages faced by his social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Monday. However, a pro-Palestinian hacker group has claimed responsibility, casting doubt over Musk’s assertions. The billionaire and chief of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) said during a conversation on Fox News …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the establishment of Danish University following the success of Danish Schools. He stated that the university will be an applied sciences institution aimed at achieving global recognition. Chairing a meeting of the Danish University Steering Committee, the prime minister emphasized that leading scholars and experts from around the world will be invited to contribute …

Fasting offers numerous health benefits, but dietary carelessness during non-fasting hours can lead to unexpected weight gain during Ramadan, according to medical experts. While fasting can potentially aid weight loss, common nutritional mistakes during the holy month often result in weight gain instead of the expected reduction, health professionals caution. Medical specialists explain that fasting naturally reduces food intake, potentially …

Pakistan has urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to take note of the support provided by the interim Taliban government in Afghanistan to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Munir Akram told the council that Islamabad possesses “clear evidence” demonstrating the Taliban regime’s backing of the TTP, which continues to launch cross-border attacks …

Relief is on the way for Karachi residents, as the Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast a drop in temperatures starting tomorrow. According to meteorologist Anjum Zaigham, today marks the last day of the ongoing heatwave in the city. From tomorrow, temperatures are expected to gradually decrease, and sea breezes will resume, bringing much-needed relief. By Thursday, temperatures in Karachi are …

Indian tennis sensation Sania Mirza has once again caught the internet’s attention, this time with a thought-provoking Instagram post about privacy, self-growth, and healing. On Sunday, the former world No. 1 shared a carousel of snapshots offering glimpses into her life—cherished moments with her son Izhaan Mirza Malik, Ramadan decorations at her Dubai home, workouts, travel adventures, and gatherings with …

The Jaffar Express  –  traveling from Quetta to Peshawar –  came under heavy firing between Gudalur and Peru Kanri on Tuesday. According to initial reports, the train driver sustained serious injuries, while some passengers were also wounded in the incident. Railway officials confirmed that around 450 passengers were onboard the train’s nine coaches at the time of the attack, raising …

BEIJING: China’s government work report, unveiled Wednesday at this year’s annual session of the national legislature for deliberation, has garnered widespread attention from home and abroad. How did the world’s second-largest economy perform in the past year? What are its major development goals and policy directions for 2025? In the latest episode of China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show …

BEIJING: China is stepping up efforts to expand employment while addressing structural employment problems, as part of a broader push to boost employment, an official said. China has set targets of keeping the surveyed urban unemployment rate at around 5.5 percent in 2025, and creating over 12 million new urban jobs, according to a government work report unveiled Wednesday. Despite …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosted an Iftar dinner at the Prime Minister’s House on Monday in honour of a Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) delegation, led by its Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari. During the meeting, Prime Minister Sharif lauded the leadership of the PPP for its continuous cooperation with the federal government and its active role in improving the lives of ordinary …

The price of sugar in Lahore continues to surge during Ramadan, reaching Rs170 per kilogram in the open market. Wholesale prices have also climbed, with sugar now being sold at Rs168 per kilogram. The cost of a 50-kilogram sugar bag has skyrocketed to Rs8,400, reflecting a steady increase in prices. Just two days ago, sugar was being sold at Rs165 …