Author: admin

The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on strengthening cooperation between the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) . The draft resolution was jointly proposed by China and other countries. The resolution acknowledges the constructive role of the SCO in ensuring peace and sustainable development, promoting regional cooperation, and enhancing good-neighborly relations and mutual trust. It emphasizes the importance of strengthening dialogue, cooperation and coordination between the United Nations system and the SCO. The resolution proposes that the UN secretary-general maintain regular consultations with the SCO secretary-general through existing inter-agency forums and mechanisms,…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Western proposals to send a “reassurance force” into Ukraine immediately after any ceasefire, warning that such troops would be treated as “legitimate targets.” His remarks followed a Paris summit where allies finalized plans for post-war security guarantees. French President Emmanuel Macron announced that 26 countries had formally committed to deploying troops “by land, sea or air” to ensure Ukraine’s security once hostilities end. He stressed the force would not operate on the front lines or wage war against Russia but would deter “any new major aggression.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the Paris decisions…

The United States has reportedly deployed F-35 stealth fighter jets to Puerto Rico as President Donald Trump weighs potential strikes on drug cartels operating inside Venezuela, escalating already fraught tensions with Caracas. According to US defense sources cited by news outlets, 10 F-35 warplanes are being stationed in Puerto Rico to support expanded anti-drug operations. Washington has labeled several Latin American cartels as “narco-terrorist” groups, accusing them of ties to Venezuela’s leadership. The deployment comes alongside a significant US naval build-up in the southern Caribbean, including at least seven warships, 4,500 sailors and Marines, and a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine. Officials…

The birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad Mustafa (PBUH) is being celebrated across Pakistan with great religious fervor, devotion, and joy. Federal and provincial governments have declared a public holiday, while streets, mosques, and homes are adorned with lights, flags, and decorations. Cities across Pakistan are decorated with vibrant green flags, electric lanterns, and illuminated government and private buildings. Mihrabs and decorative gates have been set up in marketplaces and on major highways to mark the blessed day. Mosques, too, are glowing with electric lanterns, where gatherings of blessings, prayers, and Naat Khawani are being organized. Arrangements for…

The Pakistan Armed Forces are observing Defence and Martyrs’ Day with utmost simplicity, in light of the ongoing flood emergency in the country.  According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Asim Munir, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, along with the heads of the Pakistan Air Force and the Navy, have paid tribute to the brave martyrs and their families. Military leaders, in their messages, emphasised that 6 September 1965 remains a symbol of the Pakistani nation’s unwavering resolve and unity. On this historic day, the nation’s soldiers stood firm like a fortified wall, successfully…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Chinese Embassy Charge d’Affaires Mr. Shi Yuanqiang has said that the media’s role is significant in communicating bilateral relations and projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). He expressed these views while addressing participants of the training titled “Capacity Building Workshop for Journalists and Social Media Influencers from Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on CPEC Reporting and Media Ethics”, which was organized by the Center for Democracy and Climate Studies (CDCS)  in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad.   Chinese Embassy Charge d’Affaires further stated that China and Pakistan are all-weather strategic partners and iron-clad friends. Mr.…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to China concluded with the signing of agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) worth $8.5 billion, marking a major step forward in strengthening Pakistan-China economic ties. Agreements worth $1.5bn signed During the visit, Pakistani and Chinese companies signed agreements valued at $1.5 billion. These agreements are expected to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and industrial collaboration across multiple sectors. The PM highlighted the importance of these agreements in building long-term economic partnerships between the two countries. MoUs worth $7bn agreed upon In addition to formal agreements, both sides signed MoUs worth $7 billion. These MoUs cover…

Flooding and recent rains have fueled a sharp rise in vegetable prices, with shortages hitting markets in major cities. In Islamabad, tomatoes have completely disappeared from cheap markets, while the prices of other vegetables, including potatoes and onions, have also become unaffordable. Shopkeepers say that tomatoes are being sold in wholesale markets at Rs300 per kg, compared to the official government rate of Rs123 per kg. The impact is not limited to the capital. In Jhelum, heavy rains and flooding have severely damaged agricultural lands and crops, leading to a sharp surge in prices. Tomatoes, which were available for Rs50…

Heavy monsoon rains in the upper catchments have triggered flooding in Punjab’s rivers, severely affecting millions across multiple districts. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued a fresh update, warning citizens to stay away from riversides and avoid fishing or recreational activities. Rising river levels across Punjab According to PDMA Punjab, monsoon rains are forecast to continue until September 9 in most districts of the province, raising further flood risks. Current water flows recorded in major rivers are as follows: Chenab River: 115,000 cusecs at Marala, 205,000 cusecs at Khanki, 266,000 cusecs at Qadirabad, and 331,000 cusecs at…

In a significant development toward resuming direct flights from Pakistan to the United States, a team from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on September 6 for the first time in several years. According to officials, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has completed preparations for the audit ahead of the team’s visit. The FAA team will review licensing exams, flight standards, and state safety operations as part of the inspection. The CAA said all departments have finalized preparations to facilitate the audit, which is considered a key step toward the restoration of direct…