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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…

Australia is set to tour Pakistan for a white-ball series next year, Cricket Australia (CA) Chief Executive Officer Todd Greenberg confirmed. Speaking to media representatives, Greenberg emphasised the importance of maintaining strong cricketing ties between the two nations. “The series against Pakistan is an important part of our schedule,” he stated. While specific dates and venues are yet to be finalised, the tour is expected to feature limited-overs matches — including One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). In addition to the confirmed white-ball series, Greenberg hinted at the possibility of a future red-ball tour. “There have been good discussions…

Pakistan’s information technology (IT) sector has witnessed substantial growth during the current fiscal year, according to a report submitted by the Ministry of Information Technology (IT) to the Senate Standing Committee on IT. The report reveals that the registration of IT companies in the country has increased by 19 percent, while IT exports have surged by more than 21 percent from July to April, surpassing $3.14 billion. “The number of IT companies registered with the Software Export Board has now exceeded 20,000, reflecting a robust expansion of the industry,” the ministry said. A spokesperson further noted that Pakistan’s IT exports…

Police have arrested the murderer of young TikToker Sana Yousaf with the help of technical tools and CCTV footage, sources confirmed. According to police sources, the suspect was traced and taken into custody during a late-night operation. The accused, who hails from Punjab, had prior contact with the victim, indicating a personal link between the two. Initial investigations reveal that the motive behind the killing was a personal grudge. The police have also recovered the murder weapon from the suspect’s possession. Authorities stated that the arrest was made possible through a detailed analysis of CCTV footage from the crime scene,…

WhatsApp has announced it will cease to function on certain older iPhone models starting June 1, 2025, as part of its annual review of device compatibility. The move, aimed at bolstering security and enhancing performance, will leave users of outdated iOS versions unable to access the messaging platform unless they upgrade their devices. According to the company, iPhones running on iOS versions earlier than 15.1 will no longer be supported from next month. This includes the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus — all of which have already been declared “obsolete” by Apple and are no longer eligible…

Tech billionaire Elon Musk on Sunday unveiled XChat, a new encrypted messaging and calling platform integrated within social media site X (formerly Twitter), further advancing his vision of transforming the platform into an all-in-one digital ecosystem. In a post shared on X, Musk described XChat as “all new,” highlighting its privacy-centric features including end-to-end encrypted chats, vanishing messages, and cross-platform audio and video calls — none of which require users to register with a phone number. The platform is currently being rolled out in beta mode for a limited number of paid subscribers. Describing the new tool as running on…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : In a vibrant commemoration of the 74th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the People’s Republic of China, a distinguished ceremony was held at KP House, Islamabad, on June 3, 2025. The event, steeped in symbolism and camaraderie, was hosted by the Honourable Speaker of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, Mr. Babar Saleem Swati, and was graced by the presence of Mr. Shi Yuanqiang, Deputy Head of Mission at the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan, along with a constellation of esteemed dignitaries and stakeholders. Organized under the auspices of the…