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KARAK: At least 12 people were killed and 25 others wounded in a horrible road mishap on Saturday at Ambeeri Chowk in Karak. Karak Deputy Commissioner Shakeel Jan Marwat confirmed the report, saying the accident took place for trailer’s brake failure. Police said a speedy trailer truck rammed into a passenger coach and other vehicles on Indus Highway. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has taken notice of the incident and sought its details. He ordered the health department personnel to provide every possible assistance to the injured. Governor Kundi also directed Hilal-e-Ahmar teams to carry out relief activities at…

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Saturday met with British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, who is in Beijing for the 11th China-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue. China and the UK are both major economies and financial heavyweights in the world, Han said, pointing out that strengthening economic and financial cooperation in the spirit of strategic partnership is of great significance to promoting economic growth, improving people’s lives and encouraging green development in these two countries. It will also inject confidence and impetus into the development of the world economy, Han added. China is willing to continue to expand…

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for high-quality audit-based oversight to provide safeguards for the country’s high-quality economic and social development. 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 audit work, which he said was an important part of the oversight systems of the Party and the country.

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : China Media Group (CMG) on Friday held the second rehearsal for its highly anticipated 2025 Spring Festival Gala, which will be aired globally on January 28, the eve of the Chinese New Year. Building upon the first rehearsal, the latest run-through showcased significant improvements in original songs, dances, innovative performances and other programs. The transitions between each act were notably smoother, indicating a well-coordinated and polished production. The official mascot of the 2025 Spring Festival Gala. /CMG This year’s gala boasts a striking stage design resembling a “ruyi,” a traditional Chinese ornamental object symbolizing good fortune and…

The Supreme Court’s constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin, continued hearing intra-court appeals challenging the nullification of civilian trials in military courts. Defence Ministry lawyer Khawaja Haris was unable to complete his arguments, and the hearing was adjourned until Monday. During the proceedings, the court revisited the October 12, 1999, plane conspiracy case involving former president Gen (retd) Pervez Musharraf, with Justice Musarat Hilali noting that the incident led to the imposition of martial law, yet the trial was not held in a military court. Khawaja Haris clarified that hijacking is not listed under the Army Act, making such a…

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced the commencement of Hajj applications for a limited quota of 5,000 pilgrims under the government Hajj scheme. Applications are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis starting today, and the process will cease immediately once the quota is filled. Designated banks across the country are receiving applications daily. Applicants are required to deposit Rs600,000 in two installments along with their applications. The ministry has clarified that additional expenses, including those for sacrifice or opting for a separate room, will be charged separately. These applications are being received for the remaining quota of 5,000…

PESHAWAR : Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shaukat Yousafzai stated that the third round of negotiations with the government could be the last, as the government’s attitude was not serious. In his video statement, Yousafzai expressed regret over the public dispute between senior leaders Sher Afzal Marwat and Salman Akram Raja, emphasising that it was the responsibility of the senior leadership to maintain discipline within the party. He mentioned that negotiations with the government might not go beyond the third round due to the government’s insincerity. He highlighted that the government was now on the defensive, and praised PTI for exposing…

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday announced its inductees for the prestigious PCB Hall of Fame Class of 2024, featuring four legendary cricketers. Former greats Inzamam-ul-Haq, Misbah-ul-Haq, Mushtaq Mohammad and Saeed Anwar have been named in the PCB Hall of Fame for 2024. This marks a significant year for the Hall of Fame, as four inductees are being honoured compared to the usual two. This exception was made because no cricketers were inducted in 2023. The PCB Hall of Fame, established to honour the contributions of Pakistan’s cricketing legends, already includes icons such as Abdul Qadir, A.H. Kardar,…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the residence of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman to inquire after him and discuss critical national issues. During the meeting, both leaders deliberated on matters of mutual interest, including the overall political and security situation in the country. A major focus of the discussion was on measures to establish peace in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly in the conflict-affected Kurram district. Both Naqvi and Fazl expressed satisfaction with the timely arrival of relief goods convoys to Parachinar. The interior minister assured that all stakeholders had been taken into confidence to resolve the issues in Kurram…

ISLAMABAD : The dawn of Friday (Jan 10, 2025) brings a moment of pride for the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) as its ‘big bird’ is set to sail in the skies for the first direct flight to a European country after a hiatus of four years. The PIA flight will take off for Paris with its near optimum passenger capacity. ISLAMABAD AIRPORT ABUZZ WITH PREPARATIONS  There is quite a buzz at the New Islamabad International Airport from where PIA’s first flight to Europe after resumption of route will take off on Friday. Arrangements have been finalised for PIA’s flight to…