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Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu on Monday visited the residence of martyred Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf and offered condolences to the bereaved family. According to a statement issued by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), the air chief paid rich tribute to the martyred officer, who embraced martyrdom during enemy aggression at an operational airbase in the ongoing Battle of Haq. “Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf’s courage and ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty exemplify the highest traditions of the Pakistan Air Force,” said Air Chief Marshal Sidhu. He added that the bravery and…

A report by the Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) has revealed that nearly two-thirds of Pakistan’s political parties lack a functional web presence, despite increasing digital engagement and mandatory legal requirements. The report, Assessing Web Presence of Political Parties in Pakistan, found that only 58 out of 166 registered political parties — roughly 35 per cent — maintain fully or partially operational websites. Even among the 20 political parties currently represented in the National Assembly and/or provincial legislatures, just 14 (70pc) had websites that were at least partially functional. This digital shortfall comes in contrast to provisions under Section 208(4)…

Russia on Sunday launched the largest drone attack on Ukraine since the beginning of its full-scale invasion in 2022, killing at least one civilian and injuring several others, just a day before U.S. President Donald Trump is due to hold critical ceasefire talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Moscow fired a record 273 drones overnight, targeting multiple Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv and its surrounding regions. The previous record for a single-day drone barrage had been set earlier this year in February. In the Obukhiv region, west of Kyiv, homes were reduced to…

Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has metastasized to the bone, his office said in a statement on Sunday. Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after experiencing urinary symptoms, and he and his family are reviewing treatment options with doctors, according to the statement. “While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,” his office said. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of the 236,659 cases of prostate cancer diagnosed in 2021, 70% were diagnosed…

Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani has conveyed the sincere wishes of the Government of Pakistan and its people to Pope Leo during the spiritual inauguration ceremony held at the Vatican. Gilani has attended the ceremony as Pakistan’s official representative. His presence is being regarded as a symbol of interfaith harmony and goodwill. He has reiterated that interfaith dialogue, peace, and mutual respect are integral elements of Pakistan’s foreign policy. Gilani has emphasised that, in accordance with the vision of Pakistan’s founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, followers of all religions have the right to live with dignity and freedom in Pakistan.…

Peshawar Zalmi crashed out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL X) after a clinical Lahore Qalandars side defeated them by 26 runs in the 29th match of the tournament at Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on Sunday. Lahore Qalandars posted a target of 150 runs, powered by an explosive effort from Fakhar Zaman. Peshawar Zalmi, in response, failed to chase the total and finished on 123 for eight in 13 overs. Salman Mirza starred with the ball, claiming four crucial wickets, including that of Saim Ayub, who was dismissed hit wicket after scoring 87 off 76 balls. Mohammad Haris contributed…

The Central Party Literature Press has published a new collection of articles on studying Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. The new collection, compiled by the Institute of Party History and Literature of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, consists of five volumes of 29 articles published since November 2023. These articles focus on studying and implementing relevant discourses made by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, with the aim of advancing systematic research and theoretical interpretation of the Party’s innovative theories for the new era. The articles were…

Islamabad : inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, has reshaped the ride-hailing landscape in Pakistan with its pioneering ‘Set Your Fare and Choose Your Driver’ model, giving passengers full control over their ride experience. Unlike other ride-hailing apps where pricing is driven by automated algorithms, inDrive offers a fresh, human-centric approach. Passengers can propose their own fare and choose a driver based on key criteria such as ratings, vehicle type, estimated time of arrival, and distance. This unique model ensures greater freedom, transparency, and fairness – enabling both customers and drivers to make informed, mutually beneficial decisions. Muhammad…

China’s economy showed steady momentum in April, maintaining growth despite continued external and domestic pressures, according to key economic indicators released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday. In April, the industrial output of major enterprises rose by 6.1 percent year on year, with a 0.22 percent increase from the previous month. The strong industrial performance was a major contributor to overall economic stability, highlighting the continued recovery of the manufacturing sector and the growing role of emerging industries. The service sector also expanded, with the Index of Services Production increasing by 6.0 percent year on year. This…

Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed sound, democratic and law-based decision-making to ensure China’s next five-year plan for national economic and social development is formulated in high quality. 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 the work concerning the compilation of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030).