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ISLAMABAD : Under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the first batch of students from the University of Gwadar’s Technical and Vocational Institute has arrived at the Shandong Institute of Commerce and Technology (SICT) in China to complete their three-year diploma program. This milestone, stemming from a 2023 agreement among the University of Gwadar, Gwadar Port Authority, China Overseas Ports Holding Company Limited (COPHCL), and SICT, aims to equip Gwadar’s youth with world-class technical skills and global exposure. All expenses, including tuition, accommodation, and travel, are fully sponsored by the Pakistani and Chinese partners, reflecting their commitment to human resource development.…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a series of high-profile meetings during his ongoing visit to the United States, focusing on enhancing economic stability, attracting foreign investment, and reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to fiscal and structural reforms. In Washington, Aurangzeb met with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, the Saudi Finance Minister Muhammad Abdullah Al-Jadaan, and top executives from leading global institutions, including the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), Standard Chartered Bank, and Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA). Meeting with IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva During his meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, Aurangzeb welcomed the recent staff-level agreement under the…

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to stop purchasing oil from Russia, marking a major development in Washington’s global push to curb Moscow’s energy income amid the ongoing Ukraine war. Speaking at a White House press conference, Trump said he would next turn his focus toward persuading China to halt similar purchases, signaling a new phase in his administration’s strategy to economically isolate the Kremlin. “So I was not happy that India was buying oil, and he (Modi) assured me today that they will not be buying oil from Russia. That’s…

A devastating accident near Malakand on the Swat Expressway has claimed at least 15 lives and left eight others injured when a truck carrying nomadic families plunged into a deep ravine. The incident occurred late on Wednesday as the group was migrating from Swat to Faisalabad. According to rescue officials, the truck’s brakes failed while descending a steep section of the highway, causing the vehicle to overturn and fall into the ditch. All the passengers on board were nomads belonging to Bahrain and surrounding areas of Swat. Women, children among victims The accident proved fatal for entire families traveling together.…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a gradual decline in Pakistan’s debt and fiscal deficit over the next five years. According to the IMF’s Fiscal Monitor Report 2025, Pakistan’s debt-to-GDP ratio is estimated to fall from 71.6 per cent in the current year to 71.3 per cent. This ratio is expected to decline further to 60.2 per cent over the next five years. The fiscal deficit is likely to reach 4.1 per cent of GDP this year, exceeding the official target of 3.9 per cent. However, it is projected to reduce progressively to 2.8 per cent over the five-year…

Pakistani singer Momina Mustehsan has reappeared on social media, much to the delight of her fans, by sharing a scenic photograph. The singer posted a picture on Instagram, showing herself seated on a sofa with trees and a clear sky visible in the background. Wearing a white embroidered frock and leaving her red hair loose over her shoulders, the “Uchiyaan Dewaraan” singer appeared graceful in her return. She captioned the image: “Just a plant, aspiring to be a tree.” Fans expressed joy over her return, anticipating more regular updates and appearances from the singer. Some left humorous remarks, joking that Mustehsan…

Nepal and Oman have secured qualification for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. According to details surfaced on Wednesday, Nepal have reached the tournament for the third time, while Oman have qualified for a fourth appearance. From the Africa region, Zimbabwe and Namibia had earlier confirmed their places in the tournament. In the ICC Europe Qualifier, Italy earned a place at the T20 World Cup for the first time, while the Netherlands also progressed from Europe. Moreover, in the Americas Regional Qualifier, hosts Canada booked their place in the tournament by defeating the Bahamas by 57 runs. According to…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced that the company’s flagship chatbot, ChatGPT, will soon permit a wider range of content, including erotica for verified adult users, as part of a new principle to “treat adult users like adults.” In a post on the social media platform X on Tuesday, Mr. Altman outlined a significant policy shift for the popular AI, stating that upcoming versions will behave in a more human-like manner. The changes, expected to roll out in December alongside more comprehensive age-gating features, mark a departure from the platform’s previously restrictive content policies. “We realise this made it less…

China on Wednesday urged the United Kingdom to immediately lift sanctions imposed on Chinese entities and individuals, after London announced new measures targeting 11 Chinese entities. The UK side claimed the sanctioned entities and individuals had supported Russian energy companies and allegedly supplied key materials for Russia’s military industry. In response, the Chinese Embassy in the United Kingdom said the unilateral sanctions have no basis in international law and infringe upon the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises. China strongly opposes such actions and has lodged solemn representations with the UK. The embassy reiterated that China has always maintained…

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Collaborating Center for Fusion Energy Research and Training was officially inaugurated in Chengdu, capital of southwest China’s Sichuan Province, during the Second Ministerial Meeting of the IAEA World Fusion Energy Group and 30th IAEA Fusion Energy Conference. IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi addresses the joint opening of the Second Ministerial Meeting of the IAEA World Fusion Energy Group 2025 and 30th IAEA Fusion Energy Conference, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, southwest China, October 14, 2025. /VCG China attaches great importance to the development of fusion energy, stated Shan Zhongde, director of the China Atomic Energy…