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ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday announced Rs7.41 per unit reduction on electricity tariff for domestic consumers and Rs7.59 for industrial consumers. Addressing a “special” gathering of parliamentarians, cabinet members and high-ranking officers here, the prime minister stated that in June 2024, the price of electricity for domestic consumers was Rs48.70 per unit, but it’s now Rs45.05 per unit. “Today, the tariff is being reduced by an additional Rs7.41 per unit, bringing it to to Rs34.37 per unit for domestic consumers,” he continued. He mentioned that the tariff for industries was Rs58.50 per unit, which has now been reduced…

By : Naz Parveen Xinjiang is located in the northwest of China. It is a heavenly region. Just as it is said about Lahore—“one who has not seen Lahore has not been born”—a similar saying exists about Xinjiang: “one who has not seen Xinjiang has not seen China.” In terms of area, it is China’s largest province, covering 1.66 million square kilometers. This province shares borders with eight countries, including Mongolia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. Xinjiang is the closest part of China to Pakistan. When it is said that the friendship between China and Pakistan is…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The Republic of Azerbaijan welcomes the Opinion (A/HRC/WGAD/2024/46) of the UN Human Rights Council Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, which was published on 13 March 2025, rejecting Armenian side’s claims regarding the case of Ruben Vardanyan. In its Opinion, the Working Group explicitly rejected Armenian side’s claims that Ruben Vardanyan was arrested for his freedom of expression and political activities. The aforementioned Opinion especially emphasizes that Ruben Vardanyan is accused by the Republic of Azerbaijan of committing crimes such as the death of numerous individuals, large-scale property destruction, financing of terrorism, establishment of illegal armed groups,…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The 1320 MW Sahiwal Coal-Fired Power Plant recently hosted a grand Eid festival celebration, fostering unity among employees, executives, and guests. The event featured a lavish spread of traditional Pakistani foods, including mutton dumpukht, desi chicken, and halwa puri, allowing attendees to enjoy an authentic culinary experience. The company’s leadership team actively participated in the celebrations, engaging with employees and reinforcing the company’s commitment to workplace inclusivity. A symbolic cake-cutting ceremony further highlighted teamwork and camaraderie. The celebration showcased the company’s dedication to cultural harmony and employee well-being, with participation from both Pakistani and Chinese staff.…

The military exercises of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command around Taiwan Island serve as a resolute punishment for “Taiwan independence” provocations, said a mainland spokesperson on Wednesday. The exercises are a necessary action to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, said Zhu Fenglian, a State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson. There is only one China in the world and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory, Zhu said, noting that pursuing “Taiwan independence” means “pushing the people of Taiwan into a perilous situation.”

China’s top political advisor Wang Huning on Wednesday urged solid efforts to strengthen democratic oversight over the eco-environmental conservation of the Yangtze River. Wang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference National Committee, made the remarks at a seminar attended by leaders of the non-CPC political parties and personages without party affiliation. A section of the Yangtze River in Yichang City, Hubei Province, central China, March 26, 2025. /VCG With the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) concluding this year, all…

China will continue to work with other parties, empower development through green energy and promote cooperation through the blue economy, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a daily news briefing on Wednesday. China’s commitment to green and low-carbon development is an inherent requirement of its pursuit of high-quality economic growth, which also serves as a driving force for global climate response and sustainable development, said Guo. A wind farm in Bijie City, Guizhou Province, southwest China, March 27, 2025. /VCG In 2024, four out of every 10 kilowatt-hours of electricity in China was generated by clean energy. As the…

China firmly opposes the U.S.’s “reciprocal tariffs” and will resolutely take countermeasures to safeguard its own rights and interests, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.

Tempe, AZ (DI NEWS) :  On the first day of Eid, Arizona State University’s Pakistan Student Association (PSA) opened its arms to students from across cultures in a soulful celebration of unity, flavor, and festivity at its Eid Dinner. Held on March 30, the event brought together students to enjoy a feast of authentic Pakistani cuisine, lovingly catered by a local Pakistani-origin restaurant. Laughter and tradition intertwined over steaming plates of biryani and warm naan, while classic card and board games added a playful spark to the evening. “As the largest university in Arizona, ASU is home to over 400…

ISLAMABAD :Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has assured providing all possible cooperation for the development of Balochistan. The premier expressed it during a meeting with Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugit. The chief minister extended greetings to the prime minister on the occasion of Eidul Fitr. During the meeting, both leaders held detailed discussions on economic, social, and law-and-order situation in Balochistan, as well as ongoing development projects being run by the federal government for the province. Chief Minister Bugti briefed the premier about the progress of current development projects in the province. On this occasion, the prime minister reaffirmed that the…