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RAWALPINDI : Security forces and law-enforcement agencies killed four terrorists during a joint intelligence-based operation in Swat district on Friday. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location, resultantly four were eliminated, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed terrorists, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area. “Sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other Khwarji found in the area, as the security forces in coordination with law enforcement agencies of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country,”…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday welcomed the increase in IT exports in the first nine months of the fiscal year 2025. In a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the premier said: “Timely provision of facilities has increased IT sector exports by 23 per cent.” “IT exports have reached a historic level of $2.828 billion,” stated PM Shehbaz. He said, “The increase in IT exports is made possible due to the tireless work of the government team.” “For the development of the IT sector, steps are being taken to provide professional training in order to increase exports,” said…

A consortium of 15 banks has agreed to lend the federal government Rs1,272 billion on concessional terms to address the ballooning circular debt, which currently stands at Rs2,531 billion, in a major step toward resolving Pakistan’s power sector woes. According to sources, the loan agreement is expected to be signed today or tomorrow. The banks have accepted the government’s proposal to offer the loan at a markup rate 0.9% lower than the prevailing market rate. At present, the loan will be available at 11.4% interest, compared to the market rate of 12%. The leading bank in the consortium is said…

Foreign Office condemned the Israeli army’s actions in Gaza, including attacks on hospitals, terming them gross violations of human rights. It reiterated Pakistan’s call for the international community to ensure the protection of Palestinians and support their right to self-determination as per UN principles. Pakistan rejects India’s claims on Azad Kashmir Pakistan strongly rejected Indian claims made by its Ministry of External Affairs, reiterating that Jammu and Kashmir remains an internationally recognized disputed region. Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates is scheduled to visit Pakistan on Monday. Rwanda’s Foreign Minister will arrive on April 21 and inaugurate Rwanda’s High…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged to deal a decisive blow to terrorists, ensuring they never threaten Pakistan again. Chairing a high-level meeting on the law and order situation in Islamabad, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eradicating terrorism from the country. He said that Pakistan’s enemies are unnerved by the nation’s recent economic progress and stressed that the fight against terrorism will continue until complete peace is restored. Commending security forces, Shehbaz Sharif praised the bravery and sacrifices of officers and soldiers who confront terrorists round the clock. He also lauded provincial governments and state institutions for…

WhatsApp is stepping up its customisation game. The messaging app just rolled out a major update that makes creating, managing, and sharing sticker packs easier and more fun, all without leaving the app. Previously, users could create custom stickers, but managing and sending them, especially if you had a lot, was a hassle. Now, with the new sticker pack feature, WhatsApp lets users group their stickers into separate folders or packs, making them easier to access and organise. “Whether it’s a pack of stickers of your dog, or hilarious selfies of your closest friends, now you can make your chats…

Lahore police have registered cases against TikToker Kashif Zameer and a police constable for mocking the police uniform on social media. The TikToker and constable have both been arrested, while raids are underway to apprehend Kashif Zameer. According to police, a case has been lodged against Zameer at Qila Gujjar Singh Police Station, while Constable Khurram Shehzad has been booked at Sabzazar Police Station. The FIRs include serious charges under the Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) among other laws. The FIR states that Kashif Zameer publicly ridiculed the police uniform during a wedding event by presenting a money-filled tray to…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Tsinghua ICCSD and Global Times Online Jointly Release Report on China’s Green and Low-Carbon Development The Institute of Climate Change and Sustainable Development of Tsinghua University (Tsinghua ICCSD) and Global Times Online (Huanqiu.com) jointly released a research report titled “China’s Green and Low-Carbon Development: Vision and Action” on the afternoon of March 26, 2025. This bilingual thematic report is the first of its kind jointly developed by an academic think tank and a media think tank, integrating the latest insights from both academia and industry on China’s green and low-carbon development. Photo shows a research report…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, is proud to announce a series of activations during Art Dubai, the region’s leading art fair, reinforcing its role as a key supporter of arts and culture both in the UAE and internationally. Art as an Identity: The Jumeirah Art Journey At Jumeirah, art is an intrinsic element of the brand’s identity, a living thread woven through its architecture, energy, and atmosphere. Art transforms Jumeirah’s properties into immersive spaces where hospitality, design, and creativity converge. To mark Art Dubai 2025, Jumeirah proudly unveils…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong engaged in a detailed interaction with Pakistani media representatives, addressing a range of regional and global issues while reaffirming China’s strategic priorities, especially concerning its neighboring countries and the China-Pakistan partnership. Ambassador Jiang began by highlighting President Xi Jinping’s recent speech at the CPC Central Conference on Work Related to Neighboring Countries held in Beijing on April 8–9. He emphasized that under Xi Jinping’s leadership, China has prioritized the creation of a “community with a shared future” among its neighbors, underpinned by values such as amity, sincerity, mutual benefit, and…