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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : On July 19, a meeting was held in Khankendi between President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and participants of the 3rd Shusha Global Media Forum, held under the theme “Digital Pathways: Strengthening Information and Media Resilience in the Age of AI.” President Ilham Aliyev answered questions from the Forum participants. Moderator Jane Witherspoon, Bureau Chief, Middle East at Euronews: Your Excellency Mr. President, Ladies and gentlemen, and esteemed guests, Welcome to the 3rd Shusha Global Media Forum. We’re delighted to see you here in Khankendi, part of the cultural heart of Azerbaijan. We are deeply…

WASHINGTON : Trade relations between Pakistan and the United States have been showing positive momentum since the visit of Chief of Army Staff Field Marsha Asim Munir to Washington, according to a report published by Bloomberg. The report highlighted that Field Marshal Munir received an exceptional welcome at the White House last month. Following the visit, Pakistan recommended US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, further signaling a diplomatic outreach. Bloomberg noted that since the COAS visit, trade talks between the two countries have gained encouraging traction, with signs of improvement in bilateral relations between Islamabad and Washington.…

ISLAMABAD : Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov, on Saturday, reaffirmed the strategic partnership between the two countries. During a telephonic conversation, they expressed satisfaction over the joint efforts to further strengthen the close and fraternal ties. They discussed areas of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation, Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. The two leaders also expressed satisfaction at the active cooperation between the two countries at multilateral fora particularly at the UN and OIC. A day earlier, Dar spoke with the Minister of State of the…

The United States said early Saturday (Jul 19) that it had negotiated a ceasefire between Israel and Syria’s government as new clashes erupted in Syria’s Druze heartland following violence that prompted massive Israeli strikes. At least 638 people have died since Sunday in violence between the Druze and Bedouins, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, drawing questions over the authority of Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa. Israel intervened Wednesday with major strikes in the heart of the capital Damascus, including hitting the army’s headquarters. Tom Barrack, the US pointman on Syria, said in the early hours of Saturday…

At least four terrorists affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) – referred to by officials as Khawarjis – were killed during a joint operation by the police and Tal Scouts in the Doaba area of Hangu district on Saturday. The targeted operation, launched in the early hours based on intelligence inputs, focused on known TTP hideouts in the Zargiri, Shinaori, and adjoining areas. During the exchange of fire, District Police Officer (DPO) Khalid Khan and Station House Officer (SHO) Doaba, Nabi Khan, sustained injuries, police said. According to DSP Amjad Khan, security forces came under militant fire as they…

Pakistan’s seasoned cueist Muhammad Asif added another illustrious chapter to his career o as he defeated India’s Brijesh Damani in a thrilling 4-3 contest to win the IBSF World Masters Snooker Championship at the Crowne Plaza, Bahrain. The 36-year-old, who had suffered a group-stage defeat at the hands of Damani earlier in the tournament, displayed remarkable grit and composure to overturn the odds in the final. The win marked Asif’s sixth world title — his fourth in the individual category — solidifying his stature as one of Pakistan’s most accomplished cueists. Asif began the high-stakes final in dominant fashion, clinching…

Renowned Pakistani mountaineer Iftikhar Sadpara died after being struck by an avalanche during an expedition on K2, the world’s second-highest peak. The tragic incident occurred as climbers ascended the mountain in challenging weather conditions. According to Deputy Commissioner Arif Hussain, Sadpara was buried under a mass of snow following the avalanche. His body was later retrieved and transported via helicopter to Skardu, where he will be laid to rest in his ancestral village of Sadpara later today. Three foreign climbers accompanying Sadpara sustained minor injuries in the incident but were safely evacuated and provided with medical care. Rescue efforts were…

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has won the prestigious “Concours d’Elegance” and “Spirit of the Meet” awards at the Royal International Air Tattoo 2025 (RIAT25). Held at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom, RIAT is considered one of the world’s largest and most prestigious military airshows, drawing participation from over 30 countries. According to an official statement released by the PAF, the indigenously produced JF-17C Block III fighter jet was awarded the coveted “Spirit of the Meet” trophy in recognition of its outstanding flight performance and technical display. The aircraft, representing the latest generation of the JF-17 Thunder series co-developed…

In the ever-growing fitness world, gym enthusiasts and athletes are constantly in search of the perfect pre-workout to fuel performance. While many turn to caffeine-heavy powders and sugar-loaded energy drinks, a humble natural alternative is gaining serious attention — beetroot juice. Beetroot, or simply beet, is a root vegetable packed with dietary nitrates, which the body converts into nitric oxide. This compound helps relax and widen blood vessels, allowing better blood flow and oxygen delivery to the muscles. The result? Enhanced stamina, increased energy efficiency, and improved workout performance. Scientific studies have shown that consuming beetroot juice can boost endurance…

Global streaming giant Netflix has confirmed that it has begun integrating generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) into the production of its films and series, marking a significant shift in how content is developed and finalized. The announcement was made during the company’s quarterly earnings call on Thursday, where Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos revealed that GenAI-generated footage had been used in the upcoming Argentine science fiction series El Eternauta (The Eternaut). The series, adapted from a classic graphic novel, features what Sarandos described as “the very first GenAI final footage to appear on screen” — a scene depicting a collapsing building. According to Sarandos,…