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Once blanketed in quarry dust, Yucun Village in east China’s Zhejiang Province is now celebrated for its crystal-clear waters and verdant mountains – earning a place among the world’s best tourism villages. In the 1980s, villagers blasted mountains to mine high-quality limestone for cement production. While incomes rose, the environment paid the price. Recalling how the environment was severely damaged and locals saw no way out at that time, Hu Jiaren, former secretary of the Yucun Village Committee of the Communist Party of China, told CGTN that then the village committee stepped in and gave them guidance. After learning from…

China is seeking public feedback on new safety rules for intelligent connected new energy vehicles (NEVs), as regulators step up oversight following a string of high-profile incidents in the fast-growing sector. The State Administration for Market Regulation and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology released a draft notice on Wednesday detailing stricter requirements for recalls, production consistency, software updates and marketing of NEVs equipped with combined driver-assistance systems. Public comments are open until September 15, 2025. The notice said automakers must prominently display safety instructions, deploy robust driver-monitoring and intervention features, and strengthen cybersecurity to prevent accidents caused by…

China will see the implementation of new financial policies to strengthen fiscal and financial coordination, outlined Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance, during a press conference held by China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) on Wednesday. Liao detailed the two new policies: first, an interest subsidy for personal consumer loans, and second, subsidized loans for businesses in the services sector. The interest subsidy for personal consumer loans will directly benefit the general public, said Liao, highlighting that the policy will cover single consumptions of less than 50,000 yuan ($6,965), or exceeding such in a number of specific areas, such as…

Colonel General Karim Valiyev – First Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army –  met Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters (GHQ), the military’s media wing said on Wednesday. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the meeting, COAS Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s deep fraternal bonds with Azerbaijan and reiterated the resolve to consolidate bilateral relations. He also congratulated the visiting dignitary on the successful conclusion of the peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Colonel General Valiyev praised the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces, particularly their success in Maarka-e-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos.…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The 78th Independence Day of Pakistan was celebrated with great national fervor and vibrant festivities at China Window, Peshawar. The ceremony was attended by Muzammil Aslam, Advisor to the KP Government on Finance, Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ali Banafsha Khwa, Member of Provincial Assembly Baba Ji Gurpal Singh, former World Squash Champion Qamar Zaman, Bishop Ernest Jacob prominent cultural and social figures, and a large number of citizens. The event featured the national anthem and patriotic songs, adding to the spirit of the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Advisor Muzammil Aslam said that…

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) kicked off Wednesday on a strong note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging over 600 points in the opening minutes, extending its recent record-setting rally. At 9:40am, the KSE-100 stood at 147,630.54 — up by 625.22 points or 0.43%. Buying activity was particularly strong in sectors such as automobile assemblers, commercial banks, fertilisers, oil and gas exploration companies, oil marketing companies (OMCs), and refineries. Index-heavy stocks including ARL, OGDC, POL, SNGPL, HBL, MCB, MEBL, and NBP all traded in the green, reflecting widespread investor optimism. Corporate earnings, investment outlook boost sentiment Analysts point to robust…

Renowned folk and Sufi singer Sanam Marvi has expressed frustration over the constant trolling she faces whenever she performs religious pilgrimages like Umrah or visits Karbala. She said critics unfairly link her spiritual activities with her career in music. Appearing on Sama TV’s morning show Subh Ka Samaa, Sanam Marvi opened up about her personal life, career, and the persistent criticism that follows her. She revealed that whenever she travels for Umrah or to Karbala, people taunt her with remarks such as, “Now you will also perform Umrah?” or, upon her return, “You have just come from Karbala or Umrah, and now you are…

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced financial assistance for families displaced from Bajaur. KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur confirmed the aid package, stating that while the provincial government does not support operations or displacement, it considers caring for affected people its responsibility. Families who have voluntarily left their homes due to law and order concerns will receive Rs50,000 each. Once targeted operations are completed, an additional Rs25,000 will be provided to every family. Security forces have launched an operation against nearly 800 militants in Bajaur district, home to a population of around 300,000, prompting the displacement of more than 40,000…

The Supreme Court was scheduled to hear Bahria Town’s appeal against the decision to auction its properties under a bench headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. However, the chief justice recused himself from hearing the case and referred it back to the previous bench, stating that it would be more appropriate for the same bench to continue proceedings. Bahria Town’s counsel informed the court that the Islamabad High Court’s detailed judgment had been issued and that he intended to submit additional arguments. The court granted permission for the submission. The previous hearing was conducted by a three-member bench headed by…

It has been 25 years since Pakistan bid farewell to its beloved pop sensation, Nazia Hassan. Known for her melodious voice, trailblazing style, and record-breaking hits, Nazia remains an unforgettable icon of South Asian music. Born on April 3, 1965, in Karachi, Nazia Hassan’s journey into music began at the age of 10 as a child star. At just 15, she made history with her debut track Aap Jaisa Koi for the 1980 Bollywood film Qurbani. The song became an international sensation, earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer — a first for any Pakistani artist. Redefining pop music in…