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Final day of polio drive sees over 44 million children vaccinated nationwide

The first nationwide anti-polio campaign of 2026 concluded with the vaccination of more than 44.1 million children across the country, officials said. According to the...

China condemns deadly explosion in Islamabad, expresses condolences

BEIJING (Internews): A Chinese Foreign Office spokesperson said China is deeply shocked by the deadly explosion in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad and the heavy casualties...

Peshawar Zalmi to retain Babar Azam ahead of PSL 11

Ahead of the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Peshawar Zalmi has decided to retain captain Babar Azam, while opening batsman Saim...

Pakistan football coach urges modern training to unlock local talent

Pakistan national football team head coach Nolberto Solano has emphasized that the country has no shortage of talent, but emerging players need training aligned...

Pakistan won’t face sanctions for India match boycott, says Ehsan Man

Former International Cricket Council (ICC) president and ex-chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ehsan Mani has said that Pakistan cannot face any sanctions...

President Zardari to confer Nishan-e-Pakistan on visiting leaders

President Asif Ali Zardari will confer the Nishan-e-Pakistan, the country’s highest civilian award, on the visiting Presidents of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan during their upcoming...

Pakistan, Canada discuss trade and investment opportunities

Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan on Tuesday met Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan Tarik Ali Khan to discuss matters of mutual interest...

Pakistan reaffirms support for women’s economic empowerment at OIC forum

The Government of Pakistan on Tuesday reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment through integrated education, technical and vocational education and training (TVET),...

Pakistan, Uzbekistan agree to boost trade and investment

Pakistan and Uzbekistan on Monday agreed to accelerate cooperation in trade, investment, connectivity and sectoral partnerships, as Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan...

Global youth applaud China’s vocational training model

Young professionals and vocational trainees from around the world have praised China’s skills training system as Shanghai accelerates preparations to host the WorldSkills Competition...

China backs LAC sovereignty, Xi tells Uruguay president

China supports Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries in upholding their sovereignty, security and development interests, Chinese President Xi Jinping said during talks with...

China condemns terrorist attacks in Pakistan

China has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks in southwestern Pakistan and reiterated its firm support for Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts, a Chinese foreign ministry...

China backs Venezuela’s sovereignty, condemns U.S. strike

China supports Venezuela in safeguarding its sovereignty, dignity and legitimate rights, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday, as Beijing reiterated opposition to what...

China urges US to back Russia’s New START follow-up proposal

China has expressed hope that the United States will respond positively to Russia’s constructive proposal regarding follow-up arrangements for the New Strategic Arms Reduction...

Pakistan’s inflation rises to 5.8 pct in January

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's consumer price index (CPI) inflation rose to 5.8 percent year on year in January 2026, up from 5.6 percent in December 2025,...

China condemns terrorist attacks in Balochistan

BEIJING (Internews): Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian has said that China strongly condemns the attacks, expressing mourning for the lives lost and extending...

Test cricketer Fawad Alam steps into singing with World Cup song

Renowned Pakistan Test cricketer Fawad Alam has entered the world of singing alongside his cricket career by producing a song for the Pakistan cricket...

Mahira Khan joins Asim Azhar on stage in surprise concert moment

It was a rare and memorable moment for fans when singer Asim Azhar was performing live on stage and actress Mahira Khan suddenly joined...

Financial crisis forced Imran Qureshi to work as shop employee

Senior actor Imran Qureshi became emotional while recalling the financial hardships he faced in life, saying his biggest regret was not being able to...

Senior actor criticises digital creators for “misusing” his condition

Senior Pakistani actor Rashid Mahmood has expressed deep sadness and frustration over the behaviour of some YouTubers, urging them not to approach him for...

First trailer of Michael Jackson biopic sparks debate online

The first trailer of Michael, a biographical film based on the life of American music legend Michael Jackson, has sparked widespread discussion on social...

FCC says law, not sympathy, guides judicial decisions

The Federal Constitutional Court has struck down a Sindh High Court ruling that allowed a student to sit for a special super supplementary exam,...

FBR announces new property rates for Islamabad

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued revised official property rates for Islamabad, applicable to both residential and commercial properties. The new rates...

Finance minister stresses importance of international financial engagement

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Mohammad Aurangzeb, has emphasised the critical importance of continuous engagement and senior-level participation by international financial institutions...

Dr. Usman Anwar appointed DG FIA, notifications issued

The government has appointed former Punjab Inspector General (IG) Dr. Usman Anwar as the Director General (DG) of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), with...

TCS and Nippon Express Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Logistics and Trade Connectivity

ISLAMABAD: TCS Group, one of Pakistan’s most established and trusted logistics conglomerates, has formalized a strategic partnership with Nippon Express (South Asia & Oceania)...

Chinese Embassy condemns terrorist incidents in Balochistan

ISLAMABAD (Internews): The Chinese embassy in Islamabad issued a statement saying that “China firmly opposes all forms of terrorism and will continue to support Pakistan...

UK think tank calls for rules on AI news sources

A British think tank has raised concerns about the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the news industry, urging the government to implement...

China to establish low-altitude economy standards system by 2027

China is expected to basically establish a system of standards for the low-altitude economy by 2027, accord-ing to guidelines published on Monday. The guidelines state...

Iran warns U.S. move would spark regional war

Iran’s top military commander has warned that even the “slightest mistake” by the United States would trigger a regional war, Iranian state media reported...

China unveils soft, lightweight humanoid robot for future homes

Forget the clunky, rigid robots of today. Researchers in China have unveiled a new type of soft, lightweight humanoid robot designed to be a...

China cracks down on cross-border telecom and online fraud

China has actively cooperated with Myanmar and other countries to combat cross-border telecom and online fraud, yielding remarkable results, a foreign ministry spokesperson said...

Pakistan sets $350 million target for gemstone exports by 2030

Despite having billions of dollars worth of gemstones, Pakistan’s share in the global market is only 0.3 percent. To address this, the government has...

UNESCO DG Khaled El-Enany meets PM Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad

Director General United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Dr. Khaled El-Enany, called on the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, today. While congratulating...

Young talent reveals challenges with producers and production houses

Emerging Pakistani theatre and showbiz actress Shiza Hashmi has revealed the challenges she faces in the television industry, citing favoritism and a powerful lobbying...

TV veteran Tauqeer Haider breaks silence on tattoo criticism during Umrah

Senior Pakistani TV announcer, host, and actor Tauqeer Haider has responded to social media criticism over his tattoos during his recent Umrah pilgrimage, calling...

Actress Javeria Saud defends bold fashion choice

Senior Pakistani actress, producer, and TV host Javeria Saud has addressed social media trolling, her upcoming drama projects, and Ramadan transmissions during a recent...

Pakistan Navy launches XC Guards exercises to strengthen maritime security

The Pakistan Navy has launched the XC Guards exercises which will continue until February 9, 2026. The opening ceremony was attended by Vice Admiral...

Reception for foreign journalists to celebrate 2026 Chinese New Year held in Beijing

BEIJING: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Beijing Municipal People’s Government jointly hosted a Spring Festival reception for foreign journalists at the Beijing...

Pakistan set multiple records with historic T20I win

Pakistan delivered one of the most record-breaking performances in their T20 International history by defeating Australia in the third and final match of the...

Second FCNA GB football championship kicks off in Gilgit

The Frontier Corps North Area (FCNA) has taken an important step towards promoting sports in Gilgit-Baltistan with the launch of the second FCNA Inter-District...

Pakistan Shaheens announced for England A white-ball series in UAE

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 16-member Pakistan Shaheens squad for the upcoming T20 and one-day series against England A. The white-ball series...

India to travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

Despite Pakistan’s decision to boycott its ICC T20 World Cup match against India, the Indian cricket team will still be required to travel to...

Biman Bangladesh allowed to operate weekly three flights to Karachi

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has granted Bangladesh’s Biman Airlines permission to operate a third weekly flight between Dhaka and Karachi. Currently, Biman Airlines...

KP CM discusses health, education and climate resilience with World Bank chief

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi met with World Bank President Ajay Banga in Islamabad to discuss enhancing cooperation in health, education, skills...

Pakistan moves toward self-reliance in vaccine production

Pakistan is accelerating its efforts toward self-reliance in the health sector, particularly in vaccine production, the country’s Health Ministry spokesperson said. In line with this...

Chinese provinces unveil 2026 growth targets and outline plans to achieve them

BEIJING: China's provincial-level governments have unveiled their GDP growth targets for this year and beyond during their annual "two sessions" while pledging to drive...

Transporters raise fares in Lahore after diesel price hike

Following a hike in diesel prices, transporters in Lahore have unilaterally increased fares, affecting passengers across intercity and local routes. Bus fares have risen by...

Pakistan says insecure water agreements threaten all treaties

Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, has emphasized that if water agreements are not secure, no international treaty can be considered...

Mohsin Naqvi, CM Bugti visit injured police at CMH Quetta

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, and the Corps Commander Balochistan visited CMH Quetta on Sunday to inquire after police...

Authorities forms 10 quick response teams for Basant safety

Authorities in Lahore have stepped up measures to ensure public safety, effective monitoring, and emergency preparedness during the upcoming Basant festival. According to officials, 10...

World Bank President Ajay Banga arrives in Pakistan for four-day visit

World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga has arrived in Pakistan for a four-day official visit, which will continue until February 4, 2026. During...

Defense minister claims India involved in Balochistan terrorism

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has alleged that women were used in attacks carried out in Balochistan and claimed that confessions of arrested suspects prove...

CM Bugti says bodies of 145 terrorists in custody

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has said that the bodies of 145 terrorists are currently in government custody, adding that militants killed five women...

China’s manufacturing industry shows resilience as output, high-tech sector remain in expansion

BEIJING: China's manufacturing sector demonstrated resilience in January, achieving steady factory output and continued growth in the high-tech sector despite a dip in overall...

U.S. approves $15.7 billion arms sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia

The United States has approved new arms sales worth around $15.7 billion to its Middle Eastern allies Israel and Saudi Arabia, the State Department...

China welcomes WTO ruling against U.S. clean energy subsidies

China welcomed a ruling by a World Trade Organization (WTO) panel in a dispute it initiated against the United States over provisions of the...

China achieves 120 Gbps space-ground laser communication milestone

China has recorded a major technological breakthrough in space communication after successfully carrying out an operational application experiment of space-ground laser communication at a...

Xinhua signs MoU with London-based Brand Finance

China’s state-run news agency Xinhua has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with London-based brand valuation and strategy consultancy Brand Finance to strengthen cooperation...

China launches Algerian remote sensing satellite, leaders exchange congratulations

China successfully launched an Algerian remote sensing satellite on Saturday, and Chinese President Xi Jinping and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune exchanged congratulations on the...

Hina Afridi reveals turning down several drama offers

Pakistani actress Hina Afridi has revealed that she turned down several high-profile drama offers before choosing to star in the serial Raja Rani. Speaking as...

Danish Taimoor faces social media criticism over bold photo shoot

Pakistani actor Danish Taimoor, who has achieved immense success in the entertainment industry, is once again facing criticism on social media over a recent...

ICC, WCA clash over player rights ahead of T20 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the World Cricketers Association (WCA) are in a dispute over player agreements ahead of the T20 World Cup,...

ICC announces iconic performances in men’s T20 World Cup history

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released a list of iconic performances in men’s T20 World Cup history, recognizing standout contributions from players across...

Australia announces final T20 World Cup squad, Pat Cummins out

Cricket Australia has announced its final squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, with Pat Cummins ruled out due to injury. Ben Dwarshuis has...

PCB postpones unveiling of Pakistan team kit for T20 World Cup

The launch of Pakistan’s player kit for the 2026 T20 World Cup has been postponed, officials said. The unveiling was scheduled to take place...

Supreme Court bans colonial-era titles in FIRs, modernizes police language

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued a landmark ruling to modernize police documentation, banning the use of colonial-era honorifics such as “Bakhidmat Janab”...

Sohail Afridi calls restrictions on Khan’s visit inhuman and a rights violation

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has criticized authorities for not allowing him to meet Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, calling it “extremely...

Punjab launches modern food, agriculture and drug testing authority

Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated the Punjab Agriculture, Food and Drug Authority (PAFFDA) and its laboratory operations,...

Electric buses decorated for Basant, free travel announced

As preparations for Basant reach their peak in Lahore, Speedo and green electric buses have been decorated with cultural colors to celebrate the spring...

Health ministry reviews new therapy for hepatitis delta

Pakistan’s Ministry of Health and the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) held a high-level meeting on combating the hepatitis delta virus (HDV), with...

Pakistan hosts UN meeting to defend global treaty obligations

Pakistan organized a high-level “Arria-formula” meeting of the UN Security Council to highlight the critical role of treaties in maintaining international peace and security....

PA moves to allow direct election for minorities representatives

A resolution has been submitted in the Punjab Assembly seeking to allow minority communities to directly elect their representatives instead of filling reserved seats. Members...

PM highlights role of technology in food and drug oversight

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif emphasized the use of modern technology to ensure transparency and strengthen food and drug safety in Pakistan during a ceremony...

New Zealand declines U.S. invitation to join Board of Peace

New Zealand will not join the Board of Peace proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said Friday. Luxon explained that the...

China-U.S. ties rooted in people-to-people exchanges: Chinese Ambassador

Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng said the future of strong China-U.S. relations would be rooted in people-to-people exchanges. Addressing the "Ni Hao!...

China’s electronic information sector posts robust growth in 2025

China’s electronic information manufacturing sector achieved rapid growth in 2025, according to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on Friday. The...

China vows to protect rights of firms after Panama court ruling

China will take all necessary measures to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday, following...

China, UK agree to strengthen strategic partnership amid global turbulence

Chinese President Xi Jinping and visiting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer agreed that the two countries should develop a long-term and consistent comprehensive strategic...

Ishrat Fatima praises Shehzad Roy’s World Education Day song

Prominent Pakistani news anchor Ishrat Fatima praised singer Shehzad Roy for his new song released on the occasion of World Education Day, highlighting the...

Rani Mukerji faces social media backlash over family role comments

Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji is facing criticism on social media following remarks she made in a recent interview about gender roles and family dynamics....

TikTok star Khaby Lame sells company for $975 million

TikTok superstar Khaby Lame, known for making the world laugh without saying a word, has made a major mark in the business world, sources...

Pop singer Alamgir hails restoration of Pakistan-Bangladesh ties

Renowned pop singer Alamgir expressed his happiness over the restoration of ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, sources said. In an exclusive interview with a...

PM announces Rs4.04 per unit cut in power tariff for industries

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced a reduction in electricity prices for industries, cutting the tariff by Rs4.04 per unit in an effort...

NAB seeks property details of 48 in Rs2 billion RDA transfer scandal

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has directed for property details of eight former and the current DGs of various Development Authorities, along with other...

Petition filed against Punjab information minister over manhole deaths

A petition has been filed in the Lahore High Court seeking registration of a criminal case against the Punjab information minister over the deaths...

Formal inquiry launched against PCRET assistant director over fund irregularities

The Ministry of Science and Technology has initiated a formal inquiry against suspended Assistant Director Tariq Rahim of the Pakistan Council for Renewable Energy...

Sohail Afridi questions eye surgery at PIMS

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi on Friday expressed serious concern over the medical treatment of PTI founder, saying his transfer from Adiala Jail...

Disqualification reference against PTI senator dismissed

PTI Senator Saifullah Abro received relief on Friday as the disqualification reference filed against him was dismissed by the Chairman Senate on technical grounds,...

China warns against resurgence of Japanese militarism

A Chinese defense spokesperson on Thursday warned against the resurgence of Japanese militarism and pledged that China will work with all peace-loving countries to...

China warns against revival of Japanese militarism

China on Thursday issued a strong warning against what it described as the resurgence of Japanese militarism, saying Beijing would work with peace-loving countries...

Iran FM to visit Türkiye amid rising US-Iran tensions

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is due to pay a visit to Türkiye on Friday amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United...

Xi urges China, Britain to champion true multilateralism

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on China and Britain to jointly advocate and practice “true multilateralism,” underscoring the importance of upholding international law and...

China-led team develops bioelectronic patch for targeted drug delivery

An international research team led by scientists from Beihang University in Beijing has developed an ultra-flexible bioelectronic patch capable of conforming to irregularly shaped...

Melania Trump documentary faces poor reception before release

The documentary film on former First Lady Melania Trump has received a lukewarm response even before hitting theaters in the United States and the...

Sahir Ali Baga hints at major career decision soon

Renowned Pakistani singer Sahir Ali Baga has announced that he will soon take a major decision regarding his music career. Baga informed his fans through...

Former supermodel Veneeza Ahmed speaks against gender bias in childbirth

Renowned former Pakistani supermodel Veneeza Ahmed has raised her voice against the outdated preference for sons over daughters. Speaking at an event, Veneezaa Ahmed said,...

Scotland players of Pakistan origin face visa hurdles before T20 World Cup

Scotland’s cricket team, included in the T20 World Cup after Bangladesh’s withdrawal, faces potential visa issues for its Pakistan-origin players, according to Indian media...

ICC suspends USA’s Aaron Jones ahead of T20 World Cup

The United States cricket team has lost one of its experienced batsmen just ahead of the T20 World Cup. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has...

FIFA World Cup trophy likely to visit Pakistan ahead of mega event

The FIFA World Cup trophy is expected to visit Pakistan ahead of the 2026 mega event, according to Chief Operating Officer of the Pakistan...

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