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The fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC), China’s top legislature, takes place at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. NPC deputies speak to the public and take questions from the media at the Deputies’ Corridor before the opening. Ministers are scheduled to meet the press and take questions at the Ministers’ Corridor after the session.

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan has continued its strong retaliatory response to what it describes as aggression by the Afghan Taliban regime. In a major development, Pakistan successfully targeted the strategically significant Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan. According to reports, Pakistan Air Force operations destroyed one aircraft hangar and two warehouses at the airbase. The renowned American newspaper The New York Times also confirmed the strike, and satellite images have been released. Security sources stated that effective and destructive counterattacks by Pakistani forces are ongoing in response to Afghan Taliban aggression. Heavy losses are reportedly being inflicted on the Afghan Taliban and Fitna…

ISLAMABAD : The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has sought a comprehensive emergency economic plan from Pakistan in light of the prevailing regional situation. According to sources in the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Commerce will jointly prepare a plan outlining emergency measures in response to regional tensions for submission to the IMF. The Fund has emphasized accelerating ongoing reforms for sustainable economic growth and taking more effective steps to enhance tax collection. Sources said officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) briefed the IMF on the reasons behind the shortfall in…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended warm greetings to Pakistan’s Hindu community on the occasion of Holi, highlighting the festival as a symbol of unity, tolerance, and social harmony. In his message, the premier described Holi as “a blend of beautiful colors, reflecting social harmony.” He noted that the festival’s traditions showcase Pakistan’s rich cultural diversity and the valuable role of the Hindu community in society. Shehbaz Sharif praised the Hindu community for its contributions to economic development, social cohesion, and mutual survival. He affirmed that religious minorities form an integral part of Pakistan’s social fabric. Protection of religious freedom …

The White House is convening senior executives from top U.S. defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin and RTX/Raytheon, to accelerate weapons production after recent strikes on Iran and other military operations have depleted stockpiles. Officials say the meeting, scheduled for Friday, will focus on restoring U.S. munitions inventories and ensuring key weapons like Tomahawk cruise missiles are produced faster. The Pentagon is preparing a roughly $50 billion supplemental budget to fund replenishment and increase annual missile output to 1,000 units. Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg is leading the effort, with contractors urged to prioritize production over shareholder payouts. Companies that underperform…

The U.S. military has confirmed the deaths of four American soldiers in the escalating war against Iran, marking the first confirmed U.S. military casualties. The Pentagon identified the four soldiers as members of an Iowa-based Army Reserve unit, killed when a drone struck a U.S. military facility in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, on Sunday. A total of six U.S. military personnel have died so far in the ongoing conflict. The four who have been identified ranged in age from 20 to 42 and served in the 103rd Sustainment Command, which is part of the Army’s global logistics and supply operations. Soldiers…

The UK government has announced it will block study visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, and halt work visas for Afghans. Officials say the move is intended to address a sharp rise in legal-route asylum claims and pressure on public resources. The Interior Ministry described the policy as an “emergency brake” to prevent abuse of the UK’s visa system. Asylum applications by students from the four affected countries rose more than fivefold between 2021 and 2025. Work visa claims from Afghans now exceed the number of visas issued. “Britain will always provide refuge to people fleeing war…

Shahid Kapoor may now be happily married, but the actor once described himself as someone who fell in love “every time” he met a girl. In past interviews, the Bollywood star candidly opened up about romance, immaturity, and what he called “serious grown-up love.” Shahid Kapoor, known for his performances in Jab We Met, Haider, Padmaavat and Kabir Singh, is now married to Mira Rajput. The couple shares two children, Misha and Zain, and Shahid has often spoken about how marriage has marked a new chapter in his personal life. However, before settling down, the actor was candid about his experiences with love. ‘Every time i met…

Apple has launched its new M5-powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro lineup, introducing faster chips, upgraded storage, and next-generation wireless connectivity. While performance gets a boost, pricing has increased — and in some markets, the power adapter is no longer included in the box. M5 MacBook Air: More storage, higher price The new MacBook Air with the M5 chip starts at $1,099, marking a $100 increase over the previous M4 generation. However, the base configuration now includes 512GB of SSD storage, doubling the earlier 256GB standard. All models continue to ship with 16GB of unified memory, with options to configure 24GB…

According to OpenAI’s release notes, GPT-5.3 Instant focuses on improving tone, relevance and conversational flow. The company acknowledged that these elements may not show up in performance benchmarks but can significantly impact how natural and helpful the chatbot feels in everyday use. In a post on X, OpenAI wrote: “We heard your feedback loud and clear, and 5.3 Instant reduces the cringe.” Users widely criticized GPT-5.2 Instant for what many described as an overly emotional and condescending tone. In one example shared by OpenAI, the earlier model began its response with: “First of all — you’re not broken,” a phrase that…