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The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), once primarily associated with infrastructure development, is now driving a social transformation by empowering women across Pakistan. In regions like Tharparkar and Gwadar, women are breaking traditional barriers by taking up roles such as heavy truck drivers, garment workers, and solar technicians under CPEC-linked initiatives. This shift marks a move towards a human-centered development model in the second phase of CPEC, focusing on vocational training, special economic zones (SEZs), and inclusive growth. Experts emphasize that integrating women into the economic framework, especially within SEZs, is essential for sustainable development. These efforts are not just generating…

Renowned Pakistani pop singer Hadiqa Kiani has spoken about late model and actress Humaira Asghar. In a social media post, Kiani urged people not to exploit the deceased actress and her family . “I request everyone not to turn Humaira Asghar’s life and her family’s grief into a spectacle. Please pray for the peace of her soul and let everyone focus on their own lives,” Kiani said. Separately, the elder sister-in-law of late actress Humaira Asghar has claimed that the actress had been estranged from her family due to her decision to work in the showbiz industry. In an exclusive…

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient crucial for numerous bodily functions, including the repair of body tissues and the maintenance of a healthy immune system. While the human body requires it, it cannot produce vitamin C naturally. Therefore, consuming foods rich in the vitamin—such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, strawberries, bell peppers, and tomatoes—is vital for overall health. Some individuals have opted for vitamin C supplements, which could offer benefits but also carry certain risks. To better understand the effects of daily vitamin C intake, Sean Marchese, a registered nurse at the Mesothelioma Center with over 15 years of direct patient…

The federal government decided on Sunday to transform the Frontier Constabulary (FC) into a nationwide federal force for expanding its jurisdiction and capabilities across the country. Sources divulged that the force will be renamed as the Federal Constabulary and will be authorised to operate in all four provinces, as well as in Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. To implement the decision, an ordinance will be issued following the federal cabinet’s approval of proposed amendments to the Frontier Constabulary Act, 1915. Sources privy to the development added that the establishment of the Federal Constabulary is expected to play a…

Wicketkeeper-batter Devon Conway will replace the injured Finn Allen in the New Zealand squad for the 20-overs tri-series in Zimbabwe, New Zealand Cricket said on Sunday. Allen has been ruled out of the tournament after suffering a foot injury while representing the San Francisco Unicorns in the Major League Cricket in the United States. “I was looking forward to working with him and to see him continue his form from the MLC but unfortunately injuries happen. “We’re lucky to be able to call on someone of Devon’s quality to replace Finn.” Mitch Hay, Jimmy Neesham and Tim Robinson will also…

After an impressive run throughout the tournament, Pakistan were comprehensively defeated by Japan in the final of the Men’s U18 Asia Cup 2025, held at the National Hockey Training Centre on Sunday. Japan secured a 3-0 victory over Pakistan to lift the title, dominating the match with composure and clinical finishing. The match remained goalless in the first quarter despite Pakistan’s aggressive start and multiple scoring opportunities. However, Japan took the lead in the second quarter through Yuma Fujiwara, who found the net in the seventh minute. In the third quarter, Fujiwara struck again in the 38th minute, doubling Japan’s…

Journalists at home and abroad are welcome to cover the commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War in Beijing. An online registration system will be available at http://kzjn80reg.zgjx.cn from July 15 to July 29, 2025. Foreign journalists, as well as those from China’s Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, are welcome to submit their accreditation applications through the system. To assist domestic and international journalists in their coverage, a press center will be established in Beijing during the commemoration activities. The center will be…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Beijing on Sunday, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to deepening strategic cooperation and jointly addressing challenges posed by a rapidly changing global landscape. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, welcomed Lavrov’s visit to attend the Meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers Council, calling China-Russia relations “the most stable, mature, and strategically significant major-country relationship in the world today.” He emphasized that both sides consistently approach bilateral cooperation from a historical, strategic, and long-term perspective. The…

China’s total goods imports and exports in yuan-denominated terms rose to 21.79 trillion yuan (about $3.05 trillion) in the first half of 2025, up 2.9 percent year on year, according to official data released on Monday. The country’s exports rose 7.2 percent year on year during the first six months of the year, while imports fell 2.7 percent, according to data from the General Administration of Customs.

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Speaking at a seminar hosted by the Institute of Regional Studies, Ambassador Jauhar Saleem remarked that Israel’s strike aimed to weaken Iran’s regime and nuclear infrastructure. He said that despite systemic damage, Iran preserved its nuclear capability and demonstrated resilience against the technologically superior US–Israel nexus. He emphasized that, like Iraq episode, regime change is not feasible without ground presence. Amb Jauhar noted that while Israel systematically succeeded in weakening Iran’s proxy partners, its limited demographic size raised questions about its ability to withstand a prolonged Iranian retaliation. Dr. Vida Yaghouti, Professor at Islamic Azad University,…