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Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani has conveyed the sincere wishes of the Government of Pakistan and its people to Pope Leo during the spiritual inauguration ceremony held at the Vatican. Gilani has attended the ceremony as Pakistan’s official representative. His presence is being regarded as a symbol of interfaith harmony and goodwill. He has reiterated that interfaith dialogue, peace, and mutual respect are integral elements of Pakistan’s foreign policy. Gilani has emphasised that, in accordance with the vision of Pakistan’s founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, followers of all religions have the right to live with dignity and freedom in Pakistan.…

Peshawar Zalmi crashed out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL X) after a clinical Lahore Qalandars side defeated them by 26 runs in the 29th match of the tournament at Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Sunday. Lahore Qalandars posted a target of 150 runs, powered by an explosive effort from Fakhar Zaman. Peshawar Zalmi, in response, failed to chase the total and finished on 123 for eight in 13 overs. Salman Mirza starred with the ball, claiming four crucial wickets, including that of Saim Ayub, who was dismissed hit wicket after scoring 87 off 76 balls. Mohammad Haris contributed…

The Central Party Literature Press has published a new collection of articles on studying Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. The new collection, compiled by the Institute of Party History and Literature of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, consists of five volumes of 29 articles published since November 2023. These articles focus on studying and implementing relevant discourses made by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, with the aim of advancing systematic research and theoretical interpretation of the Party’s innovative theories for the new era. The articles were…

Islamabad : inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, has reshaped the ride-hailing landscape in Pakistan with its pioneering ‘Set Your Fare and Choose Your Driver’ model, giving passengers full control over their ride experience. Unlike other ride-hailing apps where pricing is driven by automated algorithms, inDrive offers a fresh, human-centric approach. Passengers can propose their own fare and choose a driver based on key criteria such as ratings, vehicle type, estimated time of arrival, and distance. This unique model ensures greater freedom, transparency, and fairness – enabling both customers and drivers to make informed, mutually beneficial decisions. Muhammad…

China’s economy showed steady momentum in April, maintaining growth despite continued external and domestic pressures, according to key economic indicators released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday. In April, the industrial output of major enterprises rose by 6.1 percent year on year, with a 0.22 percent increase from the previous month. The strong industrial performance was a major contributor to overall economic stability, highlighting the continued recovery of the manufacturing sector and the growing role of emerging industries. The service sector also expanded, with the Index of Services Production increasing by 6.0 percent year on year. This…

Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed sound, democratic and law-based decision-making to ensure China’s next five-year plan for national economic and social development is formulated in high quality. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in a recent instruction on the work concerning the compilation of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The 74th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations marks a significant milestone in the deep and strategic partnership between the two countries. China and Pakistan have stood with one another in times when real friends are needed. A recent example of that is the strong moral and diplomatic support extended by Peoples Republic of China in the Pakistan India tension. This was stated by speakers in function organized to commemorate the “74th Anniversary of the Diplomatic Relations between Pakistan and China.” The event was jointly organized by China Study Centre University of Peshawar and Pakistan-China friendship Association…

Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi emphasised on Saturday that Pakistan stands as an “iron wall” in the fight against terrorism.  Naqvi welcomed UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy upon his arrival at the Ministry of Interior on Saturday. During the meeting, the two sides discussed Pakistan–UK relations, bilateral cooperation, and development partnerships. He also reiterated Pakistan’s desire to strengthen ties and enhance mutual cooperation with the United Kingdom. The interior minister appreciated the British government’s support under the Upskill Programme, highlighting its significant contribution to combating organised crime. He noted that the programme has played a key role in crime…

Pakistan has appreciated the role played by United States President Donald Trump in facilitating a ceasefire between Pakistan and India. According to details, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, during an interview with a British television channel, reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to a permanent ceasefire with India. Iftikhar had emphasised that the Kashmir dispute remains a critical and unresolved issue between Pakistan and India. He stated that it must be resolved in accordance with the wishes of the Kashmiri people. He added that a just resolution of the Kashmir issue is essential for lasting peace in South…

United States President Donald Trump has admitted that Pakistan cannot be ignored, stressing the importance of maintaining engagement with the South Asian nation. During his interview with American news outlet, Trump stated that Pakistan and India were dangerously close to a nuclear conflict. “The situation had escalated to the point where nuclear war could have broken out,” he said. Trump was of the view that the conflict was intensifying, with missile attacks being carried out. “The fighting was escalating; missiles were being launched with maximum force,” he added. He emphasised that both nations are not just small nuclear forces but…