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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…

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir has praised the role of Pakistani media, stating that it has responded courageously and wisely to Indian propaganda. In an informal conversation with journalists, Gen Munir said, “We have concealed nothing; everything has been presented to the nation in a clear and transparent manner. The Pakistani media has demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility and effectively countered Indian propaganda in a commendable way.” He stated that the media had played a vital role in promoting national unity, showcasing to the world that Pakistan is a vibrant and vigilant nation. Gen Munir…

World number three Carlos Alcaraz reached his first Italian Open final after overcoming Lorenzo Musetti in a captivating semi-final that stretched beyond two hours on Friday. The Spaniard dismantled the hopes of a home-soil triumph as he prevailed 6-3, 7-6(4) in a contest that had electrified fans in Rome. Enthusiasts anticipating an all-Italian final departed disheartened after the local challenger failed to halt Alcaraz’s charge. Representing Rome as the local favourite, Lorenzo Musetti entered the court determined to reverse his recent Monte Carlo loss to the Spaniard. However, after unleashing a spirited start, Musetti surrendered the first set as Alcaraz…

A fleet of 100 unmanned electric mining trucks began group operations at the Yimin Open-Pit Coal Mine in north China’s Inner Mongolia this week. This marks the first global application of large-scale “vehicle-cloud-network” collaboration in open-pit mining under a 5G-A network, improving safety and productivity through technological innovation and setting a new benchmark for smart mining. 5G-A is short for 5G-Advanced, which is a transitional phase between current 5G networks and future 6G technologies. It can deliver faster speeds, lower latency and greater reliability compared to the current 5G network, enabling applications like extended reality (XR) and cloud gaming on…