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By: Maarij Farooq As the world moves deeper into what many describe as the decisive decade for climate action, the global green transition has increasingly come to define twenty first century geopolitics, economic strategy, and development discourse. Amid these rapidly evolving dynamics, China’s role stands out not only for its scale and ambition, but also for its practical delivery, policy innovation, and support to developing nations. The country’s expanding leadership, often understated in Western narratives, has become a central pillar in global efforts to confront climate change and accelerate sustainable transformation worldwide. China’s contribution is multidimensional and rooted in a…

ISLAMABAD : The Foreign Office said on Friday that the shooting incident in the United States indicated the global resurgence of terrorism, and the responsibility for the killing of three Chinese nationals in Tajikistan lies with Afghanistan. During the weekly press briefing, the spokesperson for the Foreign Office said that the “shooting incident in the United States is tragic. Pakistan condemns this incident. Our sympathies are with those who lost their lives.” He said that the Washington incident indicated the global resurgence of terrorism. The international community should take steps to stop Afghan terrorism. “We express heartfelt condolences to the family of the…

A cyclone swept across Sri Lanka on Friday, leaving 46 people dead and 23 more missing, officials said, with the weather department warning the storm could intensify as it moves across the island over the next 12 hours. Most fatalities were attributed to landslides triggered by torrential rainfall exceeding 300mm (11.8 inches) over the past 24 hours as Cyclone Ditwah lashed the island nation, with the eastern and central regions most severely affected. Nationwide, 43,991 people were evacuated to schools and other public shelters, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said in a statement, including families stranded on rooftops. Schools remained…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan has filed a contempt of court petition after being denied a meeting with her brother. The petition names the Superintendent of Adiala Jail, the Federal Secretary for Interior, and the Punjab Home Department Secretary as respondents. Aleema Khan stated in her application to the Islamabad High Court that despite the court’s order dated March 24, she was not allowed to meet Imran Khan, and the order was not implemented. The petition requests that those responsible for failing to comply with the Islamabad High Court’s directives be punished for contempt of…

The European Commission said on Friday that Apple’s Apple Ads and Apple Maps likely meet the thresholds to be considered “gatekeepers” as defined by the Digital Markets Act, a designation the United States tech giant immediately disputed. So-called gatekeepers have to adhere to a strict set of rules on moderation of content, allowing fair competition and making it easier for consumers to switch between services. The DMA designates companies with more than 45 million monthly active users and 75 billion euros ($79bn) in market capitalisation as gatekeepers, which provide a core platform service for business users. The EU Commission said notifications…

The United Arab Emirates has not imposed any new visa restrictions on Pakistani citizens, the Foreign Office spokesperson clarified. At the weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi highlighted several key diplomatic developments. He said Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, also rejected reports of any new restrictions. The spokesperson noted that a parliamentary committee may have been briefed based on outdated records. Reiterating the official position, the Foreign Office confirmed that the UAE has not introduced any new measures affecting Pakistan. He stated that the Prime Minister undertook a two-day official visit to Bahrain, while…

The national weekly inflation rate increased by 0.73%, while annual inflation reached 4.32%, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Sugar Prices in various cities ranging between Rs179 and Rs220 per kg. During the past week, prices of 14 essential commodities rose, while 12 items recorded a decrease. The prices of 25 essential goods remained stable, PBS reported. Items that became more expensive included moong dal, ghee, cooking oil, and powdered milk. Sugar, jaggery, beef, electricity, LPG, cigarettes, and firewood also saw price hikes. The report noted that electricity tariffs for lower-income consumers rose by more than 11%. Meanwhile,…

In view of the prevailing law and order situation, security around the Adiala Jail has been put on high alert, while a special security plan would remain in effect for an indefinite period. According to details, heavy police deployment has been positioned at five checkpoints along the routes leading to the jail. These checkpoints have been set up at Dahgal, Jail Gate-1, Gate-5, Factory Naka, and Gorakhpur, where police personnel will remain stationed. Police officials will perform 12-hour duty shifts, with SHOs from 12 police stations, along with female officers and additional staff, deployed for security. More than 700 personnel…

In a significant milestone for international cricket cooperation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Italian Cricket Federation (FCRI) have signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MoU). The agreement comes immediately after Italy’s qualification for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, marking a new chapter in sports diplomacy between the two nations. The MoU was formally signed by PCB Chief Operating Officer Sumair Ahmad Syed and FCRI President Maria Lorena Haz Paz. Joint development of men’s, women’s cricket The agreement is aimed at supporting the advancement of both men’s and women’s cricket in Italy. With Italy’s recent rise on…

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has officially announced the results of the second annual intermediate examinations. Tens of thousands of students across Pakistan appeared in Part I and Part II exams, with overall pass percentages showing strong performance in both categories. According to the federal board, a total of 88,746 students appeared in the second annual examinations for Intermediate Part I. Out of these: 71,845 students passed 15,628 students failed Success rate: 82% The high pass percentage reflects strong participation and performance in the first-year examinations. Part II results: 65.35% students pass For Intermediate Part…