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The National Cyber Emergency Response Team (CERT) has issued a comprehensive advisory for parents, urging them to guide their children towards the safe, responsible, and positive use of social media.  The advisory comes amid growing concerns over children’s exposure to harmful content, privacy threats, and cyberbullying in the digital space. According to the National CERT, it is vital for parents to train their children on how to navigate the digital world responsibly. “Children should be educated about the importance of protecting and identifying personal information online,” the advisory states. Parents have been urged to enhance the privacy settings on their…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Under the powerful theme inspired by Chinese President Xi Jinping’s “Two Mountains Theory” — “Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets” — China Media Group (CMG), in collaboration with Bahria University, organized a vibrant event on June 2 to mark World Environment Day. The aim of the event was to raise environmental awareness and inspire individual action through educational, creative, and cultural activities. The event was attended by over 80 students and prominent environmental activists. Dr. Adam Saud, Dean of Social Sciences at Bahria University, delivered a compelling speech emphasizing the significance of President Xi…

Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held talks with EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on the sidelines of a World Trade Organization meeting in Paris on Tuesday. The two sides held focused, candid and in-depth discussions on pressing and critical issues related to China-EU economic and trade cooperation, according to a statement published on the website of China’s Ministry of Commerce. They also tasked their respective working teams to intensify efforts in preparing for this year’s key bilateral agenda, it said.

The opening ceremony for a cultural exchange initiative took place in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan on Tuesday. The event marked the debut of two major exhibitions: “Galloping Steeds – 2025 Chinese Horse Culture Exhibition” and “Chinese White – The Art of Dehua White Porcelain Exhibition.” The first show features more than 150 exhibits, including saddles, horse-themed photography, calligraphy, paintings, sculptures, fur art, and paper cuttings. Together, these pieces illustrate the diversity and depth of Chinese equestrian traditions. Equally captivating is the Dehua porcelain exhibition, which showcases over 40 pieces of modern white porcelain. This display also incorporates horse-themed porcelain…

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with a delegation led by Yohei Kono, president of the Japanese Association for the Promotion of International Trade (JAPIT), in Beijing on Tuesday. Li said China is ready to work actively with all sectors in Japan to implement the political consensus that the two countries are cooperative partners, not threats to each other, achieve more tangible results in practical cooperation and consolidate the foundation of political mutual trust and people-to-people friendship. Li expressed the hope that Japan will work with China to constructively manage differences, firmly grasp the correct direction of bilateral relations and promote…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday welcomed David Perdue to his new post as the ambassador of the United States to China and expressed the hope that he will play an active role in promoting the healthy, steady and sustainable development of bilateral relations. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Perdue in Beijing, voicing the hope that Perdue will serve as a reliable communicator, a mediator of differences and a promoter of cooperation between the two countries. China-U.S. relations are currently at an…

PESHAWAR : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday announced the formation of a committee to review Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) share in the NFC (National Finance Commission) Award. Addressing a Jirga in Peshawar, the prime minister paid tribute to the people of KP, stating that their historic sacrifices can never be forgotten. He highlighted KP’s unwavering support in the 1947 referendum, calling it proof of their strong commitment to the creation and support of Pakistan. Calling KP a land of brave and honorable people, the prime minister said that tribal elders and residents of the province are known for their dignity…

The Embassy of Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued a public notice urging all Pakistani nationals residing in the country to strictly adhere to new media regulations introduced by local authorities, warning that violations could lead to severe penalties. The advisory follows the implementation of the UAE Cabinet decision on media regulation, which officially came into effect on May 29, 2025. The law outlines a broad framework of 20 categories of media-related violations that apply to individuals, media organizations, and digital platforms. Key penalties under new law: Insulting religious beliefs or the Divine Entity: AED 100,000 to…

Jannat Mirza, Pakistan’s most-followed TikToker and a prominent influencer, is once again at the centre of social media attention—this time for her Hajj journey. The TikTok star recently shared glamorous pictures and videos with her family before departing for Hajj. While some fans sent her well wishes, others criticized her for turning a spiritual experience into a social media spectacle. The controversy escalated after Jannat posted a video of what appeared to be an empty flight, captioning it: “We had the whole plane to ourselves.” She also gave followers a brief tour of the plane, sparking assumptions that the family had…

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $800 million financing package for Pakistan to help shore up the country’s external reserves, following a five-day delay in the board meeting initially scheduled for last week. The funding includes a $300 million budget support loan and $500 million in guarantees aimed at helping Islamabad secure foreign commercial loans, senior government officials confirmed on Monday. According to officials in the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the ADB Board of Governors had originally convened to meet on May 28 to consider the loan request. However, the meeting was postponed at the request of the…