7 h. ago Rabbani warns 27th Amendment would undo 18th, threaten federal unity

PPP stalwart cautions against ‘recentralisation’ of powers to Centre, saying proposed changes would roll back provincial autonomy gains Warns tampering with 18th Amendment could deepen national divides, calling move a financial burden that weakens participatory federalism ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) stalwart and former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani on Tuesday cautioned that the government’s proposed […]

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7 h. ago KP govt convenes ‘peace Jirga’ to evolve ‘unified strategy’ for restoring peace on Nov 12

CM Afridi, Junaid chair high-level meeting to finalise jirga plan to be in KP Assembly Says peace, not politics, is province’s top priority, warn against tampering with NFC award 20 parties, bar representatives, ex-governors to attend the moot as Afridi reaches to Achakzai and Raja Nasir PESHAWAR: Amid escalating security concerns and a deteriorating law […]

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10 h. ago Chinese ambassador urges U.S. business community to seize opportunity for closer ties

WASHINGTON: The Chinese ambassador to the United States has praised the Busan Summit for recalibrating the direction of bilateral relations, and called on the American business community to seize the opportunity to boost bilateral ties. Ambassador Xie Feng made the remarks at the U.S.-China Business Council (USCBC) 2025 China Operations Conference & Dinner via video link […]

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10 h. ago China, Russia should create new cooperation growth points: Xi

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on Tuesday in Beijing, calling for enhanced cooperation on multiple fronts and better synergy of development strategies. Xi said that since the beginning of this year, China and Russia have steadfastly navigated a turbulent external environment with great composure, aiming for higher-level and […]

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14 h. ago Blue economy can unlock $100bn potential for Pakistan, says Aurangzeb

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called the blue economy a “game changer” for Pakistan’s growth. He said the maritime sector could generate $100 billion by 2047 if developed strategically. Speaking virtually at the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference in Karachi, he stressed the need for policy continuity. He noted that the maritime sector […]

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15 h. ago LHC proposes Sunday shutdown to fight Lahore’s worsening smog

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday proposed a complete shutdown of commercial activities every Sunday as part of a broader strategy to tackle the city’s worsening smog problem. During the hearing of petitions filed by citizen Haroon Farooq and others, Justice Shahid Karim also ordered the strict enforcement of the government’s notification […]

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16 h. ago Ishaq Dar inaugurates Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday inaugurated Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line, calling it a “historic milestone” that will accelerate the country’s digital transformation and expand access to affordable technology. Speaking at the launch ceremony in Islamabad, Dar said the initiative marks a new chapter in Pakistan’s partnership with Google, paving […]

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34 h. ago China rejects Trump claim it is secretly testing nuclear weapons

BEIJING: China on Monday dismissed a claim by U.S. President Donald Trump that Beijing is secretly testing nuclear weapons, saying it remains committed to a self-defensive nuclear strategy and its pledge to halt nuclear testing. As a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and a responsible nuclear-weapon state, China upholds its no-first-use nuclear […]

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36 h. ago DG ISPR dismisses Afghan allegations, warns of another Indian false flag operation

— Brushes aside Afghan allegations about use of Pakistani soil for US attack on Afghanistan — Exposes links between terrorism and drug money, warns of new regional fault lines — Says 206 Afghan army soldiers were also reported killed during various engagements ISLAMABAD: In a comprehensive security briefing to senior journalists on Monday, Director-General Inter-Services […]

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39 h. ago King of Spain to visit China in first royal trip in 18 years

BEIJING — Spain’s King Felipe VI will make a state visit to China from November 10 to November 13, marking the first trip by a Spanish monarch in 18 years, the Chinese foreign ministry announced Monday. The visit comes as Spain aims to strengthen trade ties and attract Chinese investment. Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s […]

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44 h. ago Pakistan Navy’s first Chinese submarine to enter service next year

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Navy expects to induct its first Chinese-designed Hangor-class submarine into active service next year, Admiral Naveed Ashraf revealed in an interview with China’s Global Times on Sunday. The deal, which will see eight submarines delivered by 2028, is reportedly worth up to $5 billion and aims to strengthen Pakistan’s maritime defense and […]

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57 h. ago Pakistan, China move to expand industrial ties under 2025–2029 action plan

ISLAMABAD: China and Pakistan have moved to expand industrial cooperation under the “Action Plan to Foster an Even Closer China–Pakistan Community with a Shared Future in the New Era (2025–2029),” with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deepen manufacturing and investment partnerships under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). A 15-member Chinese delegation, led by the […]

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57 h. ago Pakistan’s metal tool exports to China post modest growth of 2pc in 9MCY25

BEIJING: Pakistan’s export of base metal tools, implements, and cutlery to China rose by two percent in the first nine months of 2025, reaching $5.67 million compared with $5.56 million in the same period last year, according to data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC), as reported by China Economic Net. The […]

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59 h. ago CM Afridi vows to make KP a model of justice, merit and good governance

KP CM says PTI politics rooted in rule of law, service, pledging transparency, and a people-friendly administration Attock delegation of 500 workers, 60 LG chairmen meets KP CM, reaffirming support PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi has said that the essence of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) politics lies in justice, rule of law and public […]

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59 h. ago President Zardari to push global social agenda at Doha summit

President Asif Ali Zardari is set to attend the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar, from November 4 to 6. The event, organized under the auspices of the United Nations General Assembly, will bring together world leaders and policymakers to discuss strategies for promoting inclusive growth, expanding social protection, and creating decent […]

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61 h. ago Maryam Nawaz pledges strong protections for journalists in Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif reaffirmed her government’s commitment to ensuring the safety, rights, and dignity of journalists across the province. Speaking on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, she emphasized that violence, intimidation, and oppression against media professionals must come to an end. She stressed that responsible press freedom […]

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3 d. ago Flamenco lights up Pakistan National Council of Arts building

Islamabad witnessed an unforgettable evening of passion, artistry and cross-cultural harmony as Indeed by Zee presented an enthralling Flamenco performance by the “Flamenco Dance Group” at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on October 31, 2025, at 7 PM. The event was held in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain, PNCA Islamabad, Khyber […]

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3 d. ago Ahsan calls for empowering youth with digital, AI skills to build a smart, secure Pakistan

LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, has said that the country’s youth is its most valuable strategic asset; therefore, equipping them with digital skills and tools is of utmost importance. He stated this while addressing the closing ceremony of “Pakistan’s Biggest AI Showdown — 3rd International AI Championship” at LUMS […]

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3 d. ago President eulogies GB’s sacrifices, calls for turning region into model of development, equality

President Zardari hails GB people’s love, sacrifices, and steadfast loyalty to Pakistan Terms GB ‘crown of Pakistan’ and gateway of lasting partnership with China Remembers 1,700 who laid down lives and 30,000 wounded in 1947 freedom struggle Highlights ZA Bhutto and Shaheed BB’s historic steps for governance and rights in GB GILGIT: President Asif Ali […]

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3 d. ago French explorers launch 4,000 km Antarctic mission to uncover 130,000

Two French adventurers, explorer Matthieu Tordeur and glaciologist Heidi Sevestre, have begun a daring three-month expedition across Antarctica on kite skis in search of ice dating back 130,000 years. The mission, titled Under Antarctica, aims to deepen understanding of how melting ice could affect global sea levels amid rising temperatures. Speaking from Cape Town before […]

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