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China pledges active role in restoring peace in Gulf and Middle East

China has reaffirmed its commitment to playing a constructive role in restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and Middle East, Mao Ning said...

China votes against UN draft on Strait of Hormuz, urges dialogue. peace

China’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Fu Cong said that the UN Security Council’s actions must not grant a license for the use...

Iran says it still distrusts its enemies and vows military readiness

Iran has reaffirmed its wariness of regional adversaries and emphasized the readiness of its armed forces to defend national interests, Fatemeh Mohajerani said on...

PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Iranian President on ceasefire

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation today with Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, to discuss...

China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan hold informal Urumqi talks on regional stability

Representatives from China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan held an informal meeting from April 1 to 7 in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Chinese...

President Zardari welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, hails Pakistan’s role

President Asif Ali Zardari has welcomed the cease-fire reached this morning between the United States and Iran, terming it a timely step that offers...

Political leaders praise PM, FM Asim Munir for Iran-U.S. ceasefire

Various political leaders have lauded Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for their pivotal role in facilitating a ceasefire...

Zimbabwe women to tour Pakistan for white-ball series

The Zimbabwe women's national cricket team is set to tour Pakistan, with the squad expected to arrive in Karachi by the end of April. According...

Tamim Iqbal appointed Bangladesh cricket board president

Former captain Tamim Iqbal has been appointed as the new president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board following a major overhaul by the government. According to...

Celebrities praise Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire

Pakistani showbiz personalities have praised the government for its role in facilitating a ceasefire between the United States and Iran following weeks of escalating...

State Bank successfully completes $1.43 billion international bond payment

The State Bank of Pakistan achieved a significant financial milestone on April 7, 2026, by successfully completing the timely payment of a $1.43 billion...

Deputy Commissioner rejects PTI’s NOC for Liaquat Bagh rally

The Deputy Commissioner of Rawalpindi has rejected the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) request for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to hold a rally at Liaquat...

African cricket body plans T20 cup to boost finances

The African Cricket Association is considering the introduction of a T20 cricket cup across the continent as part of a major initiative aimed at...

Salman Khan backs Rajpal Yadav after award show remark

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has come out in support of comedian Rajpal Yadav after a remark made during an award ceremony sparked backlash on...

Pakistan’s Successful Diplomatic Role: From Regional Sphere to Global Responsibility

The reconciliation in the Iran vs. United States conflict stands as a welcome diplomatic achievement for Pakistan, bringing a message of optimism not only...

Xi urges breaking new ground in high-quality development of service sector

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for striving to break new ground in the high-quality development of China's service sector. Xi, also general secretary...

Pakistan urges U.S., Iran to allow 2-week window for diplomacy in Middle East crisis

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday urged the United States and Iran to demonstrate restraint for two weeks, calling for a temporary pause...

China hits back at former US envoy over Iran, Venezuela remarks

China on Tuesday rebuked former U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns over his comments on Beijing’s stance regarding Iran and Venezuela, saying his remarks...

China warns Japan over plan to ease arms export rules

China on Tuesday expressed grave concern over the Japanese government’s plan to revise its “three principles on transfer of defense equipment and technology,” warning...

EU calls for diplomacy to defuse Middle East crisis

The European Union (EU) on Tuesday called for maximum restraint and full respect for international law amid escalating tensions between the United States and...

China urges restraint after Trump’s deadline warning to Iran

China on Tuesday called on all parties to exercise restraint and promote dialogue amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, warning that...

Pakistan, Kazakhstan expand cultural cooperation ties

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin called on Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division Aurangzeb Khan Khichi in his office on...

Pakistan, ADB discuss power sector reforms and cooperation

Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari held a meeting with Country Director of the Asian Development Bank Emma Xiaoqin Fan...

Pakistan, Türkiye hold 20th round of military dialogue

The 20th Round of the Pakistan–Türkiye High Level Military Dialogue Group (HLMDG) was held at the Ministry of Defence in Rawalpindi, where Pakistan’s delegation...

Pakistan launches first-ever National WASH Accounts initiative

Pakistan has initiated a major reform effort in the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector with the launch of work on the country’s first-ever...

UK praises Pakistan’s petroleum supply management

Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Pakistan Jane Marriott to discuss the...

China releases guidelines to promote high-quality e-commerce development

BEIJING: Several Chinese government departments have jointly issued guidelines to advance high-quality development of the e-commerce sector, aiming to strengthen its role in supporting...

Bahrain detains suspects over alleged links with Iranian intelligence

Bahrain’s Public Prosecution announced on Monday that it had ordered the detention of suspects accused of collaborating with Iranian intelligence services and the Islamic...

China expands clean energy innovation and global collaboration

In Tai’an, east China’s Shandong Province, a massive power facility has risen from a once-abandoned rock salt mine, reshaping the skyline of this once...

How did the China-Pakistan Five-Point Initiative come about

Against the backdrop of escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, and its increasing pressure on regional stability and the world economy, on...

Pakistan, Türkiye sign judicial cooperation agreement

Pakistan and Türkiye have signed an agreement on judicial cooperation aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries’ judicial systems. The signing ceremony was held...

Ishaq Dar holds talks with Japan, Portugal over regional situation

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held separate telephone conversations with the foreign ministers of Japan and Portugal, focusing on the evolving...

Western weather system brings rain to Quetta and surroundings

A western weather system has entered Balochistan, bringing light rainfall to Quetta valley and surrounding areas. According to the Meteorological Department, the western wave is...

Barry Keoghan breaks silence on deleted Joker scene

Hollywood actor Barry Keoghan has finally broken his silence on his deleted Joker scene from the film The Batman. The film featured Robert Pattinson in...

Abhishek Bachchan admits red carpet nerves with Aishwarya

Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has revealed that he feels nervous walking the red carpet alongside his wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Speaking during a podcast, Abhishek...

Steve Smith calls Peter Siddle ‘chacha’ after PSL win

Australian cricketer Steve Smith joined the light-hearted dressing room culture by referring to teammate Peter Siddle as “chacha” during a post-match interaction. The moment came...

U-18 national hockey championship to begin on April 9

The schedule for the Youth Under-18 National Hockey Championship 2026 has been announced, with the event set to begin on April 9. Organised by the...

Islamabad Safe City Phase II to be completed by May 30: Naqvi

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the Safe City Headquarters in Islamabad and chaired a high-level meeting to review progress on Phase II of...

Govt to launch digital fuel management system at petrol pumps

The federal government has decided to implement a digital fuel management system at petrol pumps, according to official sources. Sources in the Ministry of Information...

Guiyang hosts 20th Guizhou Tourism Industry Development Conference

GUIYANG: The 20th Guizhou Tourism Industry Development Conference was held in Guiyang. The opening ceremony at Drum Tower Square in Colorful Guizhou city highlighted...

Pakistan secures over $5 billion in external financial support

Pakistan’s friendly countries have assured the provision of over $5 billion in financial support, according to official sources. According to media reports,sSources said that after...

Hanif Abbasi reviews tracking, surveillance upgrades in rail system

Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi held a high-level meeting with the Chief Technical Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Frontier Works Organization...

International creators reflect on Guizhou journey

GUIYANG: The 2026 China Storyteller Partnerships drew the curtain on Tuesday with a roundtable sharing session that featured 15 international guests who embarked on...

China launches national funeral services platform

The China Funeral Network, a platform developed under the guidance of the Ministry of Civil Affairs (MCA), went online on Sunday, coinciding with the...

Trump says US rescues wounded airman from deep inside Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that American forces have successfully rescued a seriously wounded U.S. crew member from deep inside the mountainous terrain...

Iran claims downing of multiple US aircraft during rescue mission

Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, the unified command of the Iranian armed forces, said on Sunday that four U.S. military aircraft were shot down in...

Southern Israel chemical site hit again by Iran missile strike

A missile attack from Iran sparked a fire at a key industrial chemical complex in southern Israel on Sunday, Israel's state-owned TV channel reported. Video...

Oman, Iran hold talks on Strait of Hormuz navigation safety

Oman and Iran have held talks to discuss measures aimed at ensuring the smooth flow of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising...

Rain damages claim 45 lives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has released a report detailing damages caused by rainfall across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa since March 25. According to the report,...

Rs129bn relief package provided in three weeks, PM claims

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that adequate fuel reserves are available in the country to meet national needs, while the government is actively...

Rina reveals Salman Khan’s support during heart transplants

An Indian woman who underwent two heart transplants has shared an emotional account of support she received from Bollywood superstar Salman Khan during her...

Meesha Shafi responds after defamation verdict

Renowned singer Meesha Shafi has reacted on social media following a court verdict in a defamation case, sharing messages centred on resilience, healing and...

Samar Khan makes history with Arctic expedition

Pakistani woman athlete Samar Khan has made history by completing a major endurance challenge, becoming the first Pakistani to successfully finish the gruelling Fjällräven...

PSL set to become world’s top league, says Mohsin Naqvi

Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board Mohsin Naqvi has expressed confidence that the Pakistan Super League will soon emerge as the world’s number one cricket league. The...

Mahnoor Ali wins international junior title in Malaysia

Sisters from Peshawar, popularly known as the Ali Sisters, have once again brought international recognition to Pakistan with an impressive performance at a global...

Pakistan women’s team to make historic FIFA Series debut

Pakistan women’s football team will depart for Ivory Coast on Monday to participate in the FIFA Series for the first time in the country’s...

Christians celebrate Easter across Pakistan and the world

Christians across Pakistan and around the world are celebrating Easter today, with special prayer services and religious gatherings held in churches to mark the...

Lizhi Gorge stuns global media with breathtaking scenery

GUIYANG: As part of the ongoing 2026 China Storyteller Partnerships program, an international delegation of journalists and digital media influencers visited the breathtaking Lizhi...

Guiyang’s dynamic development wins praise from global media delegation

GUIYANG: As part of the 2026 China Storyteller Partnerships program, an international delegation of journalists and digital media influencers visited Guiyang, the capital of...

Chinese scientists develop efficient method to convert syngas into light olefins

A research team in China has developed a novel catalytic strategy that enables the efficient conversion of syngas—a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen...

Iran seeks “lasting end” to conflict with US, Israel: foreign minister

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday that Tehran is seeking to secure the terms of a “conclusive and lasting” end to...

African Union welcomes China-Pakistan five-point peace initiative

The African Union (AU) expressed support for a China-Pakistan five-point initiative aimed at addressing escalating peace and security challenges in the Gulf and Middle...

White House seeks $1.5 trillion defense spending for 2027

The White House Office of Management and Budget has released its fiscal year 2027 budget proposal, outlining a significant increase in defense spending alongside...

China tests underwater robots in real sea competition to boost marine economy

Small underwater robots competed in the grey-green waters off Zhuhai in south China’s Guangdong Province as part of a real-sea challenge aimed at advancing...

Singer of hit track ‘Jhol’ gets married

Pakistani singer Anwraal Khalid, known for her popular track “Jhol,” has tied the knot, with images and videos from her wedding circulating widely on...

Earthquake damages Raj Kapoor haveli in Peshawar

A historic haveli of legendary Bollywood actor Raj Kapoor located in Dhaki Munawar Shah area of Peshawar was damaged after an earthquake struck the...

Humayun Saeed recalls wife initially opposed his acting career

Humayun Saeed has revealed that his wife initially did not support his decision to pursue acting and even discouraged him from entering the entertainment...

TikToker Shahzad Lohapaar arrested in assault attempt case

A controversial social media personality, Shahzad Lohapaar, has once again come under the spotlight, this time over a serious criminal case. Police have taken him...

Zayed Khan opens up on Hrithik-Sussanne divorce

Bollywood actor Zayed Khan has spoken candidly about the divorce of his sister Sussanne Khan from Hrithik Roshan, saying the marriage “was not meant...

Plagiarism row erupts over Ranveer Singh’s film “Dhurandhar”

An Indian filmmaker has accused the makers of the action thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, of plagiarism, sparking a fresh controversy around the film...

Bangladesh Cricket Board writes to BCCI to restore relations

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has written a letter to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in an effort to restore...

Asim Khan qualifies for world squash championship

Asim Khan of Pakistan has qualified for the World Squash Championship after winning the Asian Qualifier event held in Hong Kong. According to tournament sources,...

Domestic performer seeks recognition at international level

Kamran Ghulam has said he is fully prepared to meet the demands of modern-day cricket and aims to make a comeback to the national...

Pakistan to roll out 5G in four phases over 10 years

Officials from the Ministry of Information Technology (IT) have said that the nationwide rollout of 5G will be completed in four phases over a...

Govt moves to ease pressure on import-export sector

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said shipping agents had assured that no war-related surcharges were being imposed on in-transit shipments...

Official contributions in tax policy and reforms recognized

Imtiaz Ali Solangi, Member Federal Board of Revenue has retired from government service. Special Board in Council meeting was held today to commemorate services...

Govt grants tax exemptions worth Rs4,975 billion over two fiscal years

It has been revealed that the federal government granted tax exemptions amounting to Rs4,975 billion over the past two fiscal years. According to sources, during...

Major projects in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan open up new job opportunities

BEIJING: Major projects outlined in China's 15th Five-Year Plan are creating jobs that require stronger technical skills, more specialized expertise or broader cross-sector capabilities,...

China and Canada agree to resume economic dialogue

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng and Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne on Friday agreed in Beijing to hold a China-Canada Economic and Financial Strategic...

Pakistan-Afghanistan dialogue process progressing: China

The process for talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan is being steadily advanced, and more information will be released in due course, said Mao Ning...

Inflation accelerates as weekly price index rises over one percent

Tensions in the Middle East are beginning to have a deeper impact on Pakistan, with inflationary pressures accelerating further in the second week after...

Iran claims downing of U.S. F-35 over central airspace

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Friday its air defence systems had shot down a F-35 fighter jet of the United States in...

Ali Zafar thanks God after winning defamation case

Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar has expressed gratitude to Almighty following his legal victory in a defamation case against fellow singer Meesha Shafi,...

Reema Khan’s ‘silence’ message sparks speculation online

Renowned Pakistani actress Reema Khan has shared a thought-provoking message on social media, emphasising the power of silence, which has sparked widespread speculation among...

Abhishek Sharma fined for code of conduct breach in IPL

Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma has landed in trouble after breaching the code of conduct during an Indian Premier League match at Eden Gardens. According to...

Warner dismisses ‘fight’ rumours after viral PSL video

A viral video from the ongoing Pakistan Super League sparked controversy after claims surfaced on social media alleging a rift between David Warner and...

Rauf says one bad match doesn’t make a bowler ‘finished’

Haris Rauf, fast bowler of Lahore Qalandars, has defended bowlers facing criticism in high-scoring matches, saying a single poor performance should not define a...

Yuvraj Singh seeks apology from Dhoni, Kapil Dev over father’s remarks

Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has, for the first time, openly responded to his father Yograj Singh’s controversial remarks, expressing a desire to apologise...

PM announces major relief for rail passengers despite diesel price hike

Despite the increase in diesel prices in the country, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has provided significant relief for railway passengers. The Government of Pakistan has...

Free public transport announced for Islamabad residents

On the direction of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, all government transport in Islamabad has been made free for citizens. In a post on the social...

Surplus power package boosts electricity demand across key sectors

The government’s Surplus Power Package has triggered a considerable surge in electricity demand from industrial and agricultural sectors which have consumed a massive 2,164...

Goods transport sector increases fares up to 65 percent

Pakistan Goods Transporters Association has announced a 65 percent increase in freight charges. The fare from Lahore to Karachi has increased from Rs110,000 to Rs180,000,...

International delegation explores cultural heritage at Zhongnanmen in Guizhou

GUIYANG: As part of the ongoing 2026 China Storyteller Partnerships program, an international delegation of journalists and digital media influencers visited the Zhongnanmen Historical...

Global media delegation explores “Red Ribbon” Project in Guizhou

GUIYANG: As part of the ongoing 2026 China Storyteller Partnerships program, an international delegation of journalists and digital media influencers visited the iconic “Red...

China, Bahrain discuss Middle East ceasefire and regional stability

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that China is prepared to work with Bahrain to promote a ceasefire, restore peace, and achieve long-term...

Beijing opens major research facilities to global partners

China has reaffirmed its commitment to openness and international cooperation in scientific and technological innovation, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday. Citing the National...

Macron says military action to free Hormuz Strait unrealistic

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said that using military force to “free” the Strait of Hormuz is unrealistic, emphasizing that diplomacy remains the...

Middle East tensions push European oil above $100 per barrel

Tensions in the Middle East drove European energy prices higher on Thursday, with concerns over potential supply disruptions escalating following remarks by U.S. President...

China urges immediate ceasefire and talks in Iran conflict

China has once again urged all parties involved in the Iran war to immediately halt military operations and begin peace talks as soon as...

Senate chairman hails NAB over record Rs 6 trillion recovery

Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that efforts to eliminate corruption and strengthen transparency are aligned with the global agenda, particularly the...

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