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The heavy rainfall in Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Wednesday night, after nearly four months of drought, marked a moment of relief amidst an escalating water crisis. The region had suffered from prolonged dry conditions, causing severe consequences, particularly with groundwater levels dwindling dangerously low. The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) had been forced to declare an emergency earlier in the week, underscoring the seriousness of the situation. For the residents of the twin cities, the showers were more than just weather—they represented a much-needed respite from the environmental and public health challenges posed by the drought. Areas like Bokra, H-8,…

The China Chamber of Commerce to the EU has launched its first China-EU New Energy Vehicle Trade Working Group in Lisbon, as both sides locked in talks over electric vehicle tariffs. The China Chamber of Commerce to the EU launched its first China-EU New Energy Vehicle Trade Working Group in Lisbon, Portugal. /CGTN Europe The European Union is now imposing tariffs of up to 35% on Chinese electric vehicles, claiming unfair government subsidies. But China is pushing back. Chinese Ambassador to Portugal, Zhao Bentang, is calling for both sides to drop ideological barriers and focus on economic cooperation. Liu Jiandong,…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said  that participants at a high-level United Nations Security Council meeting agreed that the UN’s role is indispensable. In the current situation, its role should be strengthened, not weakened, and its position must be maintained and cannot be replaced, he said. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks after chairing the UN Security Council’s high-level meeting “Practicing multilateralism, reforming and improving global governance.” While the Chinese side put forward four proposals to rejuvenate multilateralism and build a just and rational global governance system,…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The latest Chinese animated blockbuster, Ne Zha II, has taken the global box office by storm, surpassing 12 billion yuan (approximately $1.66 billion) as of February 17, according to the latest data. This milestone propels Ne Zha II past The Lion King, securing a spot among the top 10 highest-grossing films of all time. Notably, it stands as the only non-Hollywood production in a lineup dominated by cinematic giants like Avatar, Titanic, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. In China, the film has dominated the domestic market, capturing the lion’s share of this year’s box office revenue while setting a new record…

Amid a sharp 66% drop in foreign inflows during the first half of FY25, Pakistan’s Economic Affairs Division (EAD) withheld its monthly data on external assistance for over a month. This came after a partial recovery, with the decline easing to 38% over the seven-month period. The EAD released two sets of debt data. In the first six months of the current fiscal year, foreign debt inflows totaled $3.6 billion, marking a dramatic 66% decrease from $5.968 billion during the same period last year. For the first time, the data wasn’t posted last month as it usually is in the…

Tennis legend Sania Mirza, celebrated for her six Grand Slam titles, has always been admired for her athletic brilliance. While many of her fans have long dreamed of seeing her in the film industry, it looks like that wish could soon come true—though not with Sania herself, but with her son, Izhaan Mirza Malik! And guess who’s promised to launch him in Bollywood? None other than his khala (aunt), the renowned filmmaker Farah Khan! In a recent episode of her YouTube vlog, Farah sat down with her best friend Sania and little Izhaan for a fun chat. During their conversation,…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended an invitation to Bahraini investors, encouraging them to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan. While meeting with a parliamentary delegation from Bahrain, led by Speaker of the Council of Representatives Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, in Islamabad on Wednesday, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of increasing trade between the two nations. He reiterated the strong, brotherly ties between Pakistan and Bahrain, built on shared faith, history, and culture. The Prime Minister also spoke about the value of regular exchanges between parliamentary delegations, which play a vital role in strengthening people-to-people connections and boosting mutual cooperation.…

General Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, was warmly welcomed upon his arrival in the United Kingdom for the start of his official visit. On the first day of the trip, he received a distinguished reception, which included a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the historic Royal Horse Guards Parade Ground. This was followed by the presence of a well-prepared contingent, marking the beginning of his participation in the 7th Regional Stabilization Conference at the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. The conference provides a key platform for meaningful Army-to-Army dialogue between Pakistan and the UK, and this…

ISLAMABAD : Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has emphasized the importance of strictly enforcing the one-dish law at weddings throughout the province. Expressing concern over the increasing disregard for this regulation, the Chief Minister has directed all deputy commissioners to ensure the law is followed rigorously. This includes marriage events held at farmhouses and on private properties. To discourage violations, hefty fines will be imposed. The Chief Minister highlighted that serving more than one dish at weddings creates unnecessary social pressure and adds to the financial strain on families. She stated, “The extra dishes at these events not only affect…

Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has assured that the annual revenue target will be met without imposing an additional tax burden on taxpayers. He emphasized that Pakistan’s economy is on the right track, with key measures in place to drive economic growth, reduce inflation, and stabilize foreign exchange reserves. In an exclusive interview with Bloomberg, Muhammad Aurangzeb revealed the government’s ambitious plan to increase Pakistan’s exports from $30 billion to $60 billion over the next three to five years. He also hinted at the early issuance of Panda Bonds in the Chinese market, a move expected to attract foreign investment and…