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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The exhibition “Timeless Serenity of Calligraphy and Arts,” which showcased the artistic and cultural treasures of the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) member states, concluded with a ceremony held at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on January 13, 2025. Organized by the ECO Cultural Institute, the Ministry of National Heritage and Culture Division, The Diplomatic Insight, and PNCA, the exhibition celebrated the region’s rich cultural diversity, artistic heritage, and the unifying power of art and calligraphy. The concluding ceremony was graced by Hassan Nasir Jamy, Federal Secretary, Ministry of National Heritage and Culture, as…

Islamabad (DI NEWS) : United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has partnered with Unilever Pakistan & Seed Ventures for 2nd Life Pakistan 2.0, an effort to bring innovation in waste management in Pakistan. Building on the success of the first edition, the 2nd Life programme extends beyond plastic to address food waste, e-waste, textiles, paper and more. By supporting innovation and collaboration, 2nd Life Pakistan 2.0 aims to enable Pakistan’s leadership in sustainability efforts, creating a platform that connects innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to tackle the country’s pressing environmental challenges. In 2025, , the initiative broadens its scope, offering a…

In another expected jolt for inflation-hit masses, the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led government likely to jack up petrol and deisel prices from January 16. The surge in crude oil prices has sparked concerns about further hikes in the prices of petroleum products within the country. According to reports, with a projected rise of Rs 3 to 5 per litre, as global crude oil prices continue their upward trajectory. Crude oil prices have reached a three-month high, with Brent crude futures rising by 0.35% to $77.32 per barrel, marking the third consecutive weekly increase. This price movement follows fears of supply…

The much-anticipated verdict in the £190 million case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi has been postponed for the third time. The Accountability Court has now set January 17 as the new date for the announcement of the verdict. During today’s hearing, neither the lawyers for the accused nor the accused themselves appeared in court. Accountability Court Judge Nasir Javed Rana explained that he was unable to pronounce the verdict on January 6 due to training commitments. The court highlighted that Bushra Bibi was aware of the scheduled verdict today but failed to appear.…

ISLAMABAD: A sessions court in federal capital on Monday rejected three petitions filed by Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, seeking interim bail in different cases related to November 26 protest. Additional Sessions Judge Afzal Majoka announced the decision during the hearing which was attended by Bushra Bibi’s lawyer Khalid Yousaf Chaudhry and prosecutor Iqbal Kakar. Advocate Chaudhry filed interim bail petitions on behalf of his client. At which, the judge pointed out no surety bonds had been submitted so far. The Bushra Bibi’s lawyer said his client needed to go to the Adiala Jail…

ISLAMABAD :The National Assembly session will be held today (Monday) at the Parliament House at 4:00pm. Speaker National Assembly, Ayaz Sadiq, will preside over the session. The National Assembly Secretariat has issued a nine-point agenda for today’s session. Calling attention notice moved by Syed Amin-ul-Haq, Syed Hafeezuddin and two others to invite attention of the Minister for Interior over human trafficking mafia in the country is part of agenda. Law Minister Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar to move the Human Rights Amendment Bill and The National Commission on the Status of Women (Amendment) bill during today’s session. Minister for Finance and…

Google Pay is gearing up to officially launch in Pakistan by mid-March 2025, introducing its widely used contactless payment system to the local market. This development marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s growing digital payments landscape. Sources familiar with the matter said that the tech giant’s entry into the Pakistani market was confirmed in November 2024, with Visa and Mastercard facilitating the rollout. The service will enable users to link their bank-issued debit and credit cards to Google Pay via the Google Wallet app, which will also be made available to Pakistani users. Initially, the focus will remain on enabling contactless…

Oil prices extended gains for a third session on Monday, with Brent rising above $81 a barrel to its highest in more than four months, as wider U.S. sanctions are expected to affect Russian crude exports to top buyers China and India. Brent crude futures climbed $1.48, or 1.86%, to $81.24 a barrel by 0113 GMT after hitting an intraday high of $81.49, the highest since Aug. 27. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose $1.53, or 2% to $78.10 a barrel after touching a high of $78.39, the most since Oct. 8. Brent and WTI have risen by more than…

As temperatures plummeted and winter set in with its frosty embrace, a common misconception regarding water consumption resurfaced, potentially endangering public health. Many believed the need for hydration diminished in colder weather, a notion experts categorically debunked. Medical professionals and nutritionists warned that inadequate water intake during winter could lead to severe health complications, including cardiovascular diseases, premature ageing, and weight gain. They emphasised that winter-induced dehydration could mirror the effects experienced in scorching summer months. One of the nutritionists, stated, “The body requires consistent hydration year-round. People often misinterpret a reduced sense of thirst in winter as a lesser…

MELBOURNE : Pat Cummins will captain Australia at the Champions Trophy after being named in a preliminary 15-man squad also featuring fellow quick Josh Hazlewood on Tuesday. Cummins will skip the test series in Sri Lanka in January and early February for personal reasons but will return to Australia’s colours for the one-day international tournament being played in Pakistan and United Arab Emirates from Feb. 19. Hazlewood missed the last two tests in the recent series triumph over India because of calf and side injuries but will reunite with Cummins and Mitchell Starc in the pace attack that has helped…