Author: admin

A Pakistan Army soldier was martyred during a counter-terrorism operation in Khyber district on May 27, 2024. Sepoy Muhammad Yasin, who hailed from Khushab District, engaged militants in combat before embracing martyrdom. The fallen soldier is survived by his parents and siblings. His father expressed pride in his son’s actions, stating that Muhammad Yasin fought until his last breath and fulfilled his duty to the nation. His mother, remembering her only son, shared that Muhammad Yasin was devoted to his religious obligations and regularly offered prayers five times a day. She recalled conversations where he spoke about martyrdom, saying he…

Pakistan’s economic narrative in 2024 reflected cautious optimism as the country navigated challenges and moved towards recovery. The year marked a pivotal moment with the approval of a $7billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package, providing crucial support to the national economy. The IMF forecasted a 3.2% GDP growth rate for Pakistan in fiscal year 2025, a slight but encouraging improvement over previous estimates. The World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) also revised their growth predictions for fiscal year 2025, raising them to 2.8% and 3% respectively, signalling positive economic signs. The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic…

Pakistan and the US strengthened their historic cooperation, which spanned decades, with both nations playing critical roles in global security. The collaboration had proven resilient over time, supporting both peace and wartime efforts. During the Cold War, Pakistan emerged as a key ally for the US, providing assistance in efforts against Soviet expansion. This partnership peaked in the 1980s during the Afghan War, where Pakistan’s strategic positioning and commitment proved vital to American objectives. Following the 9/11 attacks, Pakistan played a pivotal role in the US-led war on terrorism, offering extensive support across various sectors. Pakistan offered comprehensive cooperation in…

Bollywood actress and dancer Nora Fatehi has bid farewell to 2024 with aplomb and welcomed 2025 with great enthusiasm. According to details, the Moroccan-origin diva marked the occasion with a series of captivating Instagram posts. On the late night of December 31, Nora shared a post in a traditional saree to say goodbye to 2024 in a vibrant style. She appeared in a pinkish saree and captioned the photos, “2024 has been my saree era.” Her impeccable fashion sense drew admiration from fans who flooded the comments section with compliments and emoticons. In the feedback box, one of the fans…

Top order batsman Kusal Perera smashed 101 off 46 balls to set up Sri Lanka’s consolation seven-run victory in the final T20 International against New Zealand, who won the three-match series 2-1 in Nelson on Thursday. Perera reached the 100 mark in 44 balls to power Sri Lanka to a commanding 218-5 with skipper Charith Asalanka (46) chipping in with a 24-ball cameo. New Zealand wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay took a stunning catch to dismiss Pathum Nissanka after the Sri Lankan opener had top-edged Matt Henry. Hay ran backwards chasing the skyer and took the catch near the boundary rope. Realising…

NEW ORLEANS: A US Army veteran flying an ISIS flag from his truck swerved around makeshift barriers and plowed into New Orleans’ crowded French Quarter on New Year’s Day, killing 15 people in an attack officials said may have been carried out with the help of others. The suspect, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, 42, a US citizen from Texas who once served in Afghanistan, was killed in a shootout with police after ramming the crowd. The attack injured about 30 other people, including two police officers wounded by gunfire from the suspect. It took place around 3:15 a.m. (0915 GMT)…

President Xi Jinping’s New Year address for 2025 has invigorated the Chinese people, instilling renewed confidence, increasing their morale, and inspiring a resolute determination to act in the new year. In a nearly 11-minute address delivered through China Media Group (CMG) and the internet on Tuesday, President Xi called for confidence in the Chinese economy and underlined the importance of providing a better life for the people and making the world a better place for all. In reviewing 2024, Xi said China’s economy has rebounded and is on an upward trajectory, with its GDP for the year expected to pass the 130…

China’s first energy law took effect on January 1. The law gives energy planning a legal structure for the first time, emphasizing its guiding role in national energy development. The energy law aims to promote high-quality energy development, ensure national energy security, accelerate green transition, and support the country’s efforts to achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. The wind farm in Ji’an City, Jiangxi Province, east China, December 28, 2024. /CFP The law also aims to support the development and utilization of renewable energy and increase the proportion of non-fossil energy consumption. It encourages individuals and businesses to adopt…

A shipment of emergency relief supplies departed Wednesday evening from the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen to Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, to support earthquake relief efforts in the Pacific island country. The flight, carrying essential supplies including tents, folding beds, water purification equipment, solar lamps, emergency food and medical materials, left Shenzhen Baoan International Airport at 7:18 p.m. Beijing time. It is expected to arrive in Port Vila at 4:45 a.m. Thursday, according to civil aviation authorities. A 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck Port Vila on December 17, causing casualties and significant damage. Emergency relief supplies with “China Aid” marks…

Officials, experts and business people lauded Chinese President Xi Jinping’s 2025 New Year address, saying his speech demonstrated China’s remarkable achievements in pursuing high-quality development in the past year, bringing confidence and hope to the Chinese people and the world. President Xi delivered his 2025 New Year address on Tuesday, in which he focused on China’s high-quality development, people’s livelihoods and China’s vision to promote global governance, peace and prosperity. In his message, he commended China’s achievements in the past year while mentioning the challenges facing the Chinese economy and called on everyone to remain confident. He also underscored China’s commitment…