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The appointment of eight new judges to the Supreme Court of Pakistan is under consideration, with a meeting of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) scheduled today (today) under the chairmanship of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. The meeting will occur at 2 PM in the Supreme Court’s conference room. The appointment process has been controversial for months due to disputes over seniority, leading to divisions within the judiciary. To address the matter, the JCP has sought nominations from the senior judges of all five high courts—Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Islamabad, and Quetta. The meeting will determine whether these appointments will proceed…

A joint operation by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and police in Mir Kalam Banda, Karak, resulted in the killing of five terrorists, police officials confirmed. According to authorities, the operation was carried out in the early hours following intelligence reports about the presence of terrorists in the area. Police further stated that no personnel from CTD or police suffered any casualties during the operation. The bodies of the deceased terrorists have been shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital for identification and further investigation. Security forces have intensified their efforts against terrorism in the region, with operations continuing to ensure…

The Aman 2025 exercise –  hosted by the Pakistan Navy – has become a major diplomatic and strategic event, drawing over 60 countries to Pakistan’s shores. The exercise, held at the Pakistan Naval Academy, is not only a display of naval cooperation but also a key opportunity for boosting Pakistan’s blue economy, enhancing regional stability, and securing vital maritime trade routes. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, in conversation with Samaa Digital’s senior journalist Asim Siddique, stressed the strategic importance of the event, calling it a “prestigious moment” for the country. He assured that the government is providing full support to…

The Special Services Group (SSG) of the Pakistan Navy on Sunday demonstrated its exceptional combat readiness during the ongoing Aman 2025 naval exercise. The biennial Aman exercise, hosted by the Pakistan Navy, has brought together over 60 countries in Karachi to enhance maritime security cooperation. With a focus on counterterrorism, anti-piracy, and joint operational drills, Aman 2025 aims to foster global collaboration in securing vital sea lanes. ‘We operate in every medium’ Lt. Commander Zarar in an exclusive conversation with Samaa Digital’s Senior Journalist Asim Siddique emphasised that the Navy’s SSG is unique due to its ability to operate across…

NEW DELHI: Jacob Bethell is set to miss next week’s Champions Trophy after the left-handed batsman sat out the second one-day international against India with a hamstring injury. The 21-year-old Bethell made 51 in the opening defeat last week, but was missing on Sunday as India took an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match series in Cuttack. The 50-over Champions Trophy begins on February 19 in Pakistan and Dubai.“I’m pretty sure (Bethell) has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy, to be honest,” captain Jos Buttler admitted after England’s four-wicket defeat. “That’s really disappointing for him. Obviously, he played nicely…

LAHORE: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bowl against South Africa in the second match of the three-nation ODI tournament in Lahore on Monday. New Zealand, who beat hosts Pakistan in the opening game by 78 runs at the same venue on Saturday, brought in opener Devon Conway in place of the injured Rachin Ravindra. South Africa are without seven top players in the tri-series because they were involved in a Twenty20 League back home. The series comes on the eve of the Champions Trophy in Pakistan and Dubai. Teams: New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (captain), Devon…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) :The Spring Festival of 2025, also known as the Chinese New Year, brought together the Pakistani and Chinese staff at the Sahiwal coal power plant, in an extraordinary display of unity, camaraderie, and cross-cultural bonding. The Chinese zodiac year of the Snake was welcomed with great enthusiasm and excitement, as employees from both nations came together to celebrate not only the arrival of the New Year but also the strong friendship between the two cultures, said a press release issued according to the organizers here. The celebration was marked by a series of exciting sports and games,…

President Asif Ali Zardari’s five-day visit to China reaffirmed the resilience of Pakistan-China’s “ironclad” partnership amid economic and security challenges. In meetings with President Xi Jinping and other top leaders, Zardari emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to CPEC 2.0, regional connectivity, and the protection of Chinese nationals. Both nations pledged to enhance counterterrorism cooperation, develop Gwadar Port, and advance Belt and Road projects aligned with Pakistan’s 5Es framework. The visit also saw Pakistan request debt rescheduling, with China responding positively. This strengthened strategic partnership underscores mutual support for economic stability, security, and global cooperation initiatives.

At a ceremony at the Chinese Consulate in Karachi, Governor of Balochistan Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail praised the enduring Pakistan-China friendship, describing it as “as strong as the Himalayas.” The event marked the handover of 38 solar power systems donated by the Chinese Consulate to Balochistan, benefiting schools, hospitals, mosques, and communities in remote areas. Mandokhail highlighted China’s genuine support for Balochistan’s development beyond diplomacy, while Chinese Consul General Yang Yundong emphasized the project as a symbol of the all-weather strategic partnership under CPEC. The initiative aims to improve energy access, living standards, and socio-economic development across the province.

China’s Ministry of Transport (MOT) has identified the development of standards for low-altitude transport and artificial intelligence (AI) as key priorities for 2025, emphasizing the need to accelerate road-air collaboration and intelligent transport systems. This directive was issued during a meeting on Friday, where a task assignment plan to enhance transport industry standards between 2024 and 2027 was approved, according to an MOT statement. The ministry highlighted the importance of promoting intelligent transport as part of the national pilot program for service standardization, aiming to make the country’s transport industry smarter and more digitalized. This move aligns with China’s broader…