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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rain, windstorms, and isolated hailstorms across the country from May 8 to 12. According to an advisory issued on Wednesday, the system is expected to initially affect the upper and central parts of the country before spreading towards the southern regions. The PMD has warned of possible heavy downpours and hailstorms in isolated areas and advised local authorities to remain vigilant. In its statement, the PMD cautioned that strong winds and hail could pose risks to infrastructure, including power lines, trees, and solar panels. Farmers, particularly in wheat-growing regions, have been urged…

Some of the country’s major airports, Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi and Sialkot, have been temporarily closed for commercial flights due to prevailing regional tensions, according to airport sources. Flight operations at these airports will remain suspended, as per a fresh Notam issued by the airports authority. The closure of airpsace in these four cities, which began early Thursday morning, is expected to remain in effect until 12 noon today. According to a fresh Notice to Airmen (Notam) issued, the Lahore, Sialkot, Islamabad and Karachi air routes will remain closed till Thursday noon for operational reasons. “Several air routes within Lahore, Karachi,…

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met with Majed Al Romaithi, chairman of the Management Committee of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) of the United Arab Emirates, in Beijing on Wednesday. He, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that China’s economy got off to a good start this year, with solid progress in high-quality development and continued improvements in social confidence and expectations. China is continuing to deepen its reform comprehensively and making efforts to promote high-level opening up in various fields, such as finance, He noted, adding that China…

China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) is holding a press conference on Thursday, focusing on the country’s private sector promotion law. Vice Minister of Justice Wang Zhenjiang and officials from the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, the National Development and Reform Commission, the National Financial Regulatory Administration and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce are meeting the press and taking questions.

The Chinese Embassy in the United States reiterated that the upcoming China-U.S. economic and trade meeting in Switzerland is held at the request of the U.S. side, stressing that China will not sacrifice its principles to reach any agreement. “The U.S. has actively conveyed information through various channels to China recently, hoping to discuss issues such as tariffs,” a spokesperson for the embassy said. “After carefully evaluating the information, China agreed to engage in talks with the U.S. The talks were at the request of the U.S.,” the spokesperson stated. The embassy voiced strong opposition to U.S. tariffs, stating that…

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Moscow on Wednesday for a state visit to Russia and to attend the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Xi was warmly greeted by Russian Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova and other officials at the Vnukovo Airport in Moscow.

Islamabad (DI NEWS) : The Institute of Regional Studies, as part of Regional Dialogue 2025, hosted a session on “China’s Vision for Modernization: Prospects for Regional Prosperity.” Moderated by Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed, Chinese and Pakistani experts explored China’s modernization vision, focusing on digital innovation, green energy leadership, advanced manufacturing, and “new quality productive forces,” and how these could drive sustainable growth, technology partnerships, and stability in South Asia and beyond. Senator Syed highlighted the significance of China’s peaceful rise and its support for Pakistan during crises, stating, “China has always stood like a rock, solidly supporting Pakistan.” Dr. Shamshad…

Baku (DI NEWS): The Republic of Azerbaijan expresses its concern over the further escalation of tension between the Republic of India and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. We condemn military attacks against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan that killed and injured several civilians. Being in solidarity with the people of Pakistan, we express condolences to the families of the innocent victims and wish a speedy recovery to those who were injured. “We call on all parties to exercise restraint and to resolve the conflict through diplomatic means.” ministry states

An emergency meeting of the National Security Committee (NSC) was convened at the Prime Minister’s House on Wednesday in response to what the government described as “unprovoked and illegal aggression” by India. The committee authorised Pakistan’s armed forces to undertake retaliatory action, asserting the country’s right to self-defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter. Chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the high-level meeting was attended by federal ministers and top military leadership. According to a statement issued after the session, the NSC was briefed on the security situation, particularly in the aftermath of India’s overnight missile, drone, and air…

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has reinstated the Pakistan Army Act in its original form and declared its earlier verdict from October 23, 2023, null and void. The apex court delivered the verdict with a 5-2 majority. Justices Jamal Khan Mandokhail and Naeem Akhtar Afghan dissented. The court approved the appeals filed by the Ministry of Defence and other parties. It also restored the previously nullified clauses of the Army Act, specifically Sections 2(1)(d)(i), 2(1)(d)(ii), and 59(4). The majority judges included Justice Aminuddin Khan, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Justice Musarrat Hilali, and Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi. The Supreme Court…