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Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has assured that the annual revenue target will be met without imposing an additional tax burden on taxpayers. He emphasized that Pakistan’s economy is on the right track, with key measures in place to drive economic growth, reduce inflation, and stabilize foreign exchange reserves. In an exclusive interview with Bloomberg, Muhammad Aurangzeb revealed the government’s ambitious plan to increase Pakistan’s exports from $30 billion to $60 billion over the next three to five years. He also hinted at the early issuance of Panda Bonds in the Chinese market, a move expected to attract foreign investment and…

ISLAMABAD : The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday has predicted widespread rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall in the upper regions of the country from February 19 to 21. The weather system is expected to improve water availability, benefit agriculture, and enhance the natural beauty of scenic northern areas. According to the Met Office, a frontal weather system will enter the country on February 19, bringing rain-wind/thunderstorms and snowfall over hills in Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and parts of Balochistan. Murree, Galliyat, Naran, Kaghan, Swat and Skardu are likely to witness fresh snowfall, offering a spectacular winter landscape for tourists…

On February 19, 2025, seven passengers were brutally killed in Barkhan, Balochistan, after being forcibly removed from a bus traveling from Quetta to Lahore. The assailants established a checkpoint near the Rarkan area, where they halted the bus, examined passengers’ identity cards, and executed seven individuals from Punjab. The victims have been identified as Muhammad Ishaq, Ashiq Hussain, Asim Ali, Adnan Mustafa, and Muhammad Ajmal. Their bodies were transported to Rakni Hospital, where an emergency has been declared. Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has strongly condemned the attack, labeling it a cowardly act by enemies of peace. He emphasized…

The Madrassah Registration Bill 2024 marks a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to reform religious educational institutions, ensuring transparency, accountability, and integration of seminaries into the national education system. The bill is a historic reform that addresses the concerns surrounding madrassah and provides a framework for regulating them under state oversight. These reforms aim to dispel misconceptions about madrassah and promote a positive national and global identity. They also encourage greater dialogue with religious stakeholders, ensuring that reforms are both sustainable and acceptable to all parties involved. By implementing stringent financial monitoring and legal scrutiny, the government aims to…

A new Pandora box has been opened within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) regarding the Swabi public gathering, as revelations surface about 90 per cent of the party officials spreading false information about the event. According to details, a leaked audio from PTI’s provincial official, Junaid Akbar, has unveiled new claims. In the recording, Akbar stated that he holds detailed reports, including specific information about individuals involved. He claimed to know exactly who said what regarding the rally, naming MPs, MNAs, and other officials who misrepresented statistics. Akbar expressed his frustration, stating that those who spread false information should be ashamed of…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : The Telugu blockbuster Daaku Maharaaj, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, is set to stream on Netflix from February 21, 2025. The movie, which was a massive hit in theatres , was directed by Bobby Kolli and produced by Sithara Entertainments, Fortune Four Cinemas, and Srikara Studios. However, the latest buzz around the film isn’t just about its digital release—it’s about Urvashi Rautela’s sudden disappearance from the new poster. Urvashi missing from poster Netflix shared a new promotional poster for ‘Daaku Maharaaj’, featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, and Shraddha Srinath. However, Urvashi Rautela was nowhere to be…

Pakistani security forces successfully conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Sararogha area of South Waziristan District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing at least 30 terrorists. The operation targeted the presence of Khwarij militants, based on credible intelligence. During the operation, the security forces engaged the terrorists effectively, resulting in the elimination of 30 militants. The operation continues, with the forces determined to rid the area of any remaining terrorist elements. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the army for their actions. In a statement, the president expressed his gratitude to the security forces and the martyrs who sacrificed…

Chinese Minister for Foreign Affairs Wang Yi chaired an open debate of the Security Council on “Practicing Multilateralism, Reforming, and Improving Global Governance” under the agenda item “Maintenance of International Peace and Security.” The year 2025 marks the eightieth anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. The ministerial-level meeting, held under China’s presidency of the Council, provided an opportunity for Member States to review the history of the United Nations, reaffirm their commitment to multilateralism, and jointly build a just and equitable global governance system. Wang Yi noted that over the…

As of 7:35 p.m. Beijing Time on February 18, the Chinese animated blockbuster “Ne Zha 2” has garnered a total box office of 12.32 billion yuan (around $1.7 billion) including pre-sales and overseas earnings, according to online movie platform data. This milestone breaks the record set by “Inside Out 2,” making “Ne Zha 2” the highest-grossing animated film globally and placing it among the top 8 highest-grossing films of all time. “Ne Zha 2” has received widespread praise from international film industry insiders and audiences for its innovative storytelling, emotional depth, and cutting-edge animation, extending its domestic success to the…

China welcomes all peace efforts to resolve the Ukraine crisis, including the talks between the United States and Russia, and hopes that all parties and stakeholders can participate in the peace talks process in due course, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday. China always believes that dialogue and negotiation are the only viable way to resolve the crisis and has been committed to promoting talks for peace, Guo said at a regular news briefing. He made the comments in response to a question about a meeting between U.S. and Russian officials in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday, where…