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Egypt ready to enhance comprehensive strategic partnership with China, says PM

CAIRO: Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said on Tuesday that relations between Egypt and China maintain a strong momentum of development, and Egypt hopes...

Trump arrives in Beijing for state visit to China

BEIJING: U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday evening for a state visit to China. At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping,...

Xinhua president meets guests attending Global South Media and Think Tank Forum Chinese-Arab Partnership Conference

President of Xinhua News Agency Fu Hua meets with Hussein Basleem, deputy minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of Yemen, in Cairo, Egypt, May...

China, Russia push for reshaped global governance system

China has said that its relations with Russia are entering a phase of “new historical opportunities” and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation...

Xi Jinping invites Trump for high-level China–US summit from May 13

China has confirmed that Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump will hold detailed discussions on major bilateral and global issues during...

Pakistan lodges strong demarche to Afghan Taliban over Bannu attack

The Afghan Chargé d’Affaires was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday to deliver a strong demarche regarding the vehicle-borne improvised explosive...

Australia announce squad for Pakistan ODI series

Cricket Australia has announced its squad for the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan as well as the white-ball tour of Bangladesh. Australia will tour Pakistan...

Barcelona beat Real Madrid to seal La Liga title

Spanish football giants FC Barcelona defeated arch-rivals Real Madrid 2-0 in a crucial El Clasico clash to secure their 29th La Liga title. The victory...

Babar Azam resumes training after injury recovery

Pakistan star batter Babar Azam has resumed training after recovering from injury concerns and has started practice sessions ahead of the second Test against...

Israel seeks removal of U.S. military aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport

Israel’s Civil Aviation Authority has called on the government to remove U.S. military aircraft from Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv, warning that...

Tehran says demands based on “legitimate rights,” rejects US criticism

Iran on Monday said a new peace proposal delivered to the United States through Pakistan focuses on securing what it called Tehran’s “legitimate rights,”...

Hamas denies Israeli claims of military rebuilding in Gaza

Hamas on Monday rejected Israeli media reports alleging that the group is rebuilding its military capabilities and preparing for renewed attacks from the Gaza...

Gwadar Port receives new cargo vessel in transshipment boost

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Monday highlighted the growing transshipment potential of Gwadar Port Authority, announcing the successful berthing...

Pakistan cuts Gwadar Port tariffs to boost regional trade

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Monday announced major reductions in tariff rates at Gwadar Port in an effort to...

Pakistan moves towards proactive disaster risk management framework

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday hosted the two-day 2nd National Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Action at its headquarters in Islamabad under...

Gaza documentary wins BAFTA amid BBC censorship criticism

A documentary highlighting Israeli attacks in Gaza, the destruction of hospitals, and the deaths of Palestinian medical workers has won a the British Academy...

Akshaye Khanna praised for standing up for fellow actor

Indian actor Amit Behl has revealed an incident involving Akshaye Khanna, saying the Bollywood star once strongly confronted a producer after a fellow actor...

China to host 32nd APEC trade ministers’ meeting from May 22-23

BEIJING: China will host the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, from May 22...

US, Iran explore phased ceasefire plan amid rising tensions

The United States and Iran are reportedly considering a phased ceasefire framework aimed at ending ongoing tensions, restoring maritime traffic in the Strait of...

WHO monitors cruise ship after hantavirus outbreak

The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that all passengers and crew aboard a cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak should be treated...

IRGC threatens US military bases amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

The naval wing of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any attack on Iranian oil tankers or commercial vessels will be...

Short Pakistan, Bangladesh agree to expand trade and cultural ties

Federal Interior Minister and Narcotics Control Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shammi Obaid Islam in Islamabad,...

Field Marshal Asim Munir warns India against future aggression

Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has warned that any future misadventure against Pakistan would not be limited in impact but would...

15 police personnel martyred in Bannu suicide attack

At least 15 police personnel were martyred when terrorists rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the Fateh Khel police post in Bannu late at night,...

Diljit Dosanjh rules out joining politics

Indian singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has ruled out any possibility of entering politics, saying he is content with his career in the entertainment...

Veteran actor defends Firdous Jamal despite controversies

Veteran Pakistani actor Aurangzeb Leghari has made surprising remarks about senior actor Firdous Jamal, saying that although many people consider him difficult, he is...

Pakistan marks one year of ‘Marka-e-Haq’ in US

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has said that India paid a heavy price for misinterpreting Pakistan’s desire for peace as...

Iran sets conditions for World Cup participation in US

Iran national football team has confirmed its participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026, saying the team will take part in the tournament but...

Fatima Sana to lead Pakistan women against Zimbabwe

Pakistan women's national cricket team on Saturday announced its squad for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Zimbabwe women's national cricket team at...

Pakistan women complete clean sweep against Zimbabwe

Pakistan women's national cricket team completed a dominant 3-0 whitewash over Zimbabwe women's national cricket team after registering a convincing nine-wicket victory in the...

Sugar mills seek approval to export 1 million tonnes of sugar

Sugar mill owners in Pakistan have requested permission to export 1 million tonnes of sugar, according to sources in the Ministry of Production. Officials said...

Kriti Sanon highlights pay gap in Bollywood

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon has spoken candidly about the persistent pay gap between male and female actors in the Indian film industry, saying women...

Shakira’s new World Cup anthem teaser takes internet by storm

A teaser for the new FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem has created massive excitement among football fans and music lovers worldwide after global pop...

Where the Long March began, more Chinese look for strength in roads ahead

NANCHANG: On the banks of the Yudu River in east China's Jiangxi Province, actors dressed as Red Army soldiers step onto a floating bridge....

Azhar Ali joins Scotland cricket team as consultant

Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali has joined the Scotland national cricket team in a consultancy role ahead of the team’s upcoming international assignments. According to...

Mushfiqur Rahim breaks Imran Khan’s long-standing Test record

Bangladesh veteran batter Mushfiqur Rahim has surpassed former Pakistan captain Imran Khan in the list of longest Test careers among Asian cricketers. According to media...

Noor Zaman stuns Egyptian player in World Championship opener

Pakistan’s rising squash player Noor Zaman made an impressive start to his campaign in the World Squash Championship after defeating Egypt’s Adam Hawal in...

Pakistan, Bangladesh sign anti-narcotics agreement

Pakistan and Bangladesh signed a landmark agreement on cooperation in narcotics control and prevention during a high-level meeting between the two countries’ interior ministers...

Pakistan Railways halts train operations from Quetta

Train services from Quetta to different parts of the country have been suspended due to unavoidable reasons, railway authorities confirmed on Friday. According to railway...

Temperature may soar to 49°C in upper Sindh districts

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast hot and humid weather in Karachi for the next three days and issued a heat alert for several...

Petrol, diesel prices increased as government raises levy

The government has increased petroleum product prices across the country from today, while also raising the petroleum levy on petrol and diesel, adding further...

Dananeer Mobeen says she will never compromise on career for love

Rising Pakistani actress Dananeer Mobeen has said that she will never compromise on her career or professional goals for the sake of love or...

HBO confirms second season of Harry Potter series before first release

The world of Harry Potter is expanding even before its debut, as HBO has officially confirmed a second season ahead of the release of...

Iran prepares “deterrent law” on Strait of Hormuz access

A senior Iranian lawmaker has announced that legislation concerning the legal framework of the Strait of Hormuz is ready and will be enacted as...

Six injured, six missing in reported US strike on Iranian vessels

At least six people were injured and six others went missing after reported airstrikes by U.S. fighter jets on Iranian cargo and fishing vessels...

Iran, Türkiye discuss West Asia tensions in high-level call

Iran and Türkiye have exchanged views on escalating tensions in West Asia during a high-level telephone conversation between their foreign ministers. According to the Iranian...

FBR challenges presidential order in Islamabad High Court

The Federal Board of Revenue has approached the Islamabad High Court challenging the jurisdiction of the Federal Tax Ombudsman and a presidential decision regarding...

Special courts to hear all overseas property disputes: LHC

The Lahore High Court has ruled that all property-related cases involving overseas Pakistanis will be heard exclusively in special courts established under the Overseas...

HRCP condemns fuel price hike, warns of rising public hardship

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has expressed strong concern and condemnation over the recent increase in petroleum product prices, warning that the decision...

China hosts global defence talks ahead of Xiangshan Forum milestone

More than 120 defence officials, scholars and representatives from over 40 countries and international organisations gathered in Beijing on Friday for the Xiangshan Forum...

China raises alarm after vessel attack near Strait of Hormuz

China has confirmed that a vessel attacked earlier this week near the Strait of Hormuz was registered in the Marshall Islands and carried a...

China-Europe rail trade surges as Xinjiang freight hub hits milestone

Freight movement through Alashankou (Alataw Pass), a key rail gateway in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, has crossed 3,000 train trips so far...

From steel to space: China converts factory into satellite hub

A major industrial transformation is taking shape in east China’s Shandong Province, where a former steel production base has been converted into a high-tech...

Beijing unveils new rules to regulate fast-growing AI systems

Chinese authorities have released a comprehensive set of implementation guidelines aimed at standardising the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) agents, marking a...

Babar Azam’s T20 captaincy return ruled out

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly not considering a return of former captain Babar Azam as captain of the national T20 side despite his...

Shakira returns with official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem

Globally renowned Colombian singer Shakira has once again teamed up with football’s biggest spectacle, unveiling the teaser for the official song of the FIFA...

Bangladesh charges four in cricket corruption probe

Bangladesh Cricket Board has charged four individuals, including a local cricketer, over alleged corruption and betting-related activities linked to the 2025-26 season of the...

Former Australian batter set for key England cricket role

Former Australian Test cricketer Marcus North is likely to be appointed as the new national selector for the England cricket team, according to British...

Long wait for Test cricket finally ends

The toss for the Test match between Pakistan national cricket team and Afghanistan national cricket team marked the end of an unusually long break...

Melissa Barrera vows to continue speaking for Palestine

American actress Melissa Barrera has once again reiterated that her voice in support of Gaza and the Palestinian people cannot be silenced, even if...

Qamar’s remarks on marriage ignite online criticism

Pakistani drama industry’s renowned writer Khalilur Rehman Qamar has once again come under criticism on social media after making controversial remarks about marriage, infidelity...

Qatar PM praises Pakistan’s role in promoting regional peace

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with the Prime Minister of Qatar, during which both leaders discussed in detail the prevailing situation...

“Epic Fury to Project Freedom” Trump Administration’s Policy of War and the Future of Global Peace

The history of international politics bears witness to a persistent reality that great powers have often presented their strategic ambitions under the noble banners...

1,845 beneficiaries receive over Rs5 billion under Apna Ghar scheme

Under the Prime Minister Apna Ghar Programme, loans worth more than Rs5 billion have been disbursed to 1,845 individuals so far, officials informed a...

Pakistan plans for 500MW floating solar power project

Pakistan has finalized planning for a 500-megawatt floating solar power project aimed at expanding renewable energy generation and reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels. The...

365 drug cases reported in universities across Pakistan in 2025

A total of 365 drug-related cases were reported in universities across Pakistan during the year 2025, according to official documents. The data shows growing concerns...

Wheat supply disruptions from Punjab push up flour prices in KP

The price of flour in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has increased once again amid reported disruptions in the interprovincial supply of wheat and flour from Punjab. According...

Shenzhen leads China’s low-altitude economy development

This photo taken on May 6, 2026 shows a drone delivering takeout food in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province. South China's tech hub of...

Chinese FM meets U.S. senators, stresses need to bridge differences

China has expressed willingness to work with the United States to ensure stable and constructive bilateral relations based on mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and...

China, Uzbekistan pledge stronger Belt and Road cooperation

China has expressed readiness to further strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation with Uzbekistan and deepen bilateral ties under the framework of a shared future partnership,...

IPL 2026 final shifted from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad amid dispute

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has moved the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad,...

FIFA chief says fans deserve premium experience despite cost surge

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has sparked attention with a light-hearted remark amid growing criticism over soaring ticket prices for the upcoming FIFA World Cup...

Constitutional Court strikes down Section 7E of Income Tax law

The Federal Constitutional Court has declared Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance unconstitutional, delivering a major setback to the Federal Board of Revenue...

Pakistan likely to receive $200m under IMF climate facility

Pakistan is likely to receive $200 million under the International Monetary Fund Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) programme as global discussions on climate financing...

Bench and Bar reaffirm commitment to judicial reforms

Chief Justice of Pakistan held an interactive consultative meeting with vice chairmen and executive committee heads of the Pakistan Bar Council and provincial bar...

Pakistan shares dispute resolution reforms at international symposium

The Supreme Court of Pakistan participated in the Judicial Dispute Resolution Symposium held in Istanbul on May 4–5, contributing to international discussions on strengthening...

Pakistan, Iran discuss railway connectivity and regional peace

Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding railway cooperation during a high-level meeting held in Islamabad on Wednesday. According...

Pakistan losing Rs350bn annually to illicit cigarette trade

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a detailed meeting with a delegation of Philip Morris International led by President CIS & Central...

Pakistan Embassy launches STEM mentorship clusters in China

The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing hosted the third edition of the Pakistan Professionals & Students Forum (PSPF) 2026 under the theme “STEM Connect:...

PCB launches recovery drive against defaulters

The Pakistan Cricket Board has launched a large-scale recovery campaign against defaulters, issuing formal notices to stakeholders and directing them to clear outstanding dues...

Top tennis stars demand bigger share of Grand Slam revenue

Women’s world number one Aryna Sabalenka has warned Grand Slam organisers that the possibility of a player boycott could grow if athletes’ demands are...

Activist threatens FIR over inclusion of teenage cricketer in IPL

The Indian Premier League has landed in another controversy after allegations surfaced against Rajasthan Royals over the inclusion of 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi in...

Warwickshire signs Pakistan mystery spinner Usman Tariq

Pakistan’s mystery spinner Usman Tariq has joined the English T20 Blast after signing with Warwickshire Bears. According to details, the 30-year-old spinner will represent Warwickshire...

Irrfan Khan’s lost film released six years after his death

A rare and long-lost film of legendary Indian actor Irrfan Khan has finally been released six years after his death, leaving fans emotional and...

Artists celebrate first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq success

Prominent personalities from Pakistan’s entertainment industry have paid glowing tribute to the country’s armed forces on the completion of one year of the historic...

King of Pop continues to rule global music platforms

The late King of Pop Michael Jackson has once again proved the timeless appeal of his music by becoming the world’s most popular artist...

Syed Noor regrets casting TikToker Jannat Mirza in movie

Pakistani film industry’s renowned director and producer Syed Noor has termed his decision to cast popular TikToker Jannat Mirza in a film as a...

Neymar apologises after training ground clash with Robinho Jr

Brazilian football star Neymar was reportedly involved in a heated altercation with 18-year-old teammate Robinho Jr. during a training session of Santos FC. According to...

Kapil Sharma pays tribute to Amanullah Khan on World Laughter Day

Indian comedian and actor Kapil Sharma paid tribute to legendary Pakistani comedian Amanullah Khan on the occasion of World Laughter Day. During his special World...

Fazeela Qazi advises women not to share everything with husbands

Senior Pakistani actress Fazeela Qazi has shared an interesting piece of advice for married women, saying that not every matter should be discussed with...

China urges US to end sanctions and blockade on Cuba

China has called on the United States to immediately end its blockade, sanctions, and all forms of coercive pressure against Cuba, terming such measures...

Pentagon warns Iran over attacks on commercial shipping

The United States Department of Defense has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that it would face an “overwhelming response” if it carries...

Rajasthan Royals sale deal faces legal challenge in US

A major controversy has emerged over the sale of IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals, with reports of a potential legal challenge to the high-profile ownership...

Pakistan Women create multiple records in win over Zimbabwe

Pakistan women's national cricket team created multiple records during their emphatic victory over Zimbabwe women's national cricket team in the opening match of the...

PSB launches merit-based talent identification programme

Pakistan Sports Board has announced the launch of a National Talent Identification and Verification System in a major step towards promoting merit-based sports development...

Finance Ministry reviews IAP proposals for budget 2026–27

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday held a meeting with a delegation of the Insurance Association of Pakistan (IAP)...

Pakistan launches expanded plan to eliminate Hepatitis C by 2030

Federal Minister for Health Mustafa Kamal on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review progress and preparedness under Pakistan’s national strategy for the elimination...

Pakistan, China hold industrialisation dialogue in Islamabad

The Pakistan China Industrialisation Dialogue was held in Islamabad on Tuesday, bringing together policymakers, diplomats, business leaders, and development experts to chart the next...

IMF urges end to fuel subsidies in budget discussions

Pakistan has initiated early virtual consultations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to set key fiscal targets for the upcoming federal budget 2026–27, according...

KP announces pen-down strike over alleged federal discrimination

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced a province-wide pen-down strike, alleging discriminatory treatment by the federal government in key financial and administrative matters. Chief Minister...

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