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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Internet services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi remain partially disrupted, causing significant inconvenience to users. Residents of the twin cities are experiencing issues with browsing, downloading, and accessing social media platforms. Even with VPN services, the performance of social media applications remains sluggish. The slow internet has impacted multiple sectors, including businesses, education, and online services, with users reporting delays in their work and communications. The authorities have yet to announce a timeline for the full restoration of services.

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Lahore on Thursday returned to the top of the world’s most polluted cities list as its air quality index (AQI) worsened, days after observing a slight improvement. Punjab’s capital had slipped to the second rank on the list for the past few days as the air pollution in the city dropped amid strict measures imposed by the Punjab government to improve AQI On Thursday, the AQI was recorded at 611 in the megapolis around 10:30 this morning, registering the worst air quality in the world while the (PM2.5) pollutants in the air amounted to 381, which…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : US President Joe Biden has provisionally approved a $680 million arms sale to Israel, reports indicated on Wednesday, a move that coincides with renewed American efforts to mediate a Gaza ceasefire. The deal, reportedly months in the making, includes small-diameter bombs and joint direct attack munition kits (JDAMs) that convert unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. The timing of the announcement underscores the dichotomy in US policy — advocating for peace while arming Israel in its ongoing conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah. The arms package, which had been reviewed by congressional committees in September and submitted for…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir acknowledged on Wednesday the Belarusian’ contributions to the global and regional affairs. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir in Islamabad. The COAS resolved to strengthen and expand bilateral ties between the two countries. On this occasion, the matters are in line with the mutual interest, prospects for defence cooperation, and regional security dynamics. President Aleksandr Lukashenko appreciated the Pakistan Armed Forces for their significant efforts in maintaining regional peace and stability.

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Bollywood diva Kriti Sanon is not just known for her excellent acting prowess but for her activeness on the social media platforms. Taking to Instagram, the “Bhediya” actress had dropped a fresh series of clicks, which are more than enough to leave the fans smitten. She is seen putting on a blackish outfit. The diva has posed differently for every single photo and captivated the attention of her dedicated fans in no time. Sanon has merely preferred to use the heart and spade suit emoticons instead of using the lengthy description for the post. Fans…

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON: The U.S. decision to allow Ukraine to fire American weapons deeper into Russia has not increased the risk of a nuclear attack, which is unlikely, despite Russian President Vladimir Putin’s increasingly bellicose statements, five sources familiar with U.S. intelligence told Reuters. But Russia is likely to expand a campaign of sabotage against European targets to increase pressure on the West over its support for Kyiv, said two senior officials, a lawmaker and two congressional aides briefed on the matter. A series of intelligence assessments over the past seven months have concluded nuclear escalation was unlikely to result from a…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, met with Professor Damir Mukhetdinov, Deputy Chairman of the Council of Muftis, during his official visit to the Cathedral Mosque in Moscow, Russia. Leading a parliamentary delegation on their visit to Moscow from November 27 to 29, 2024, Speaker Ayaz Sadiq expressed his satisfaction with the growing warmth and cooperation between the Muslim world and Russia. He warmly praised Russia’s strong and principled stance against Islamophobia, thanking the Russian government on behalf of the Pakistan Parliament. He also commended President Putin’s remarks on respecting religious figures of all…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Pakistan and Qatar have expressed a strong commitment to further strengthening their partnership in law enforcement by sharing valuable best practices, as well as knowledge and expertise in the legal field. This mutual understanding was reached during a meeting between Pakistan’s Law Minister, Azam Nazeer Tarar, and Qatar’s Minister of Justice, Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi, in Doha. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Second Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), hosted in Qatar. During their conversation, both ministers explored new opportunities to deepen cooperation…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The Consul General of China in Karachi, Yang Yundong, emphasized the enduring and strategic nature of Pakistan-China relations, bolstered under the guidance of President Xi Jinping and Pakistani leaders. Speaking at a media briefing marking the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, he highlighted the continuous strengthening of practical cooperation, particularly through CPEC, including upgrades to the Karachi-Hyderabad section, Gwadar Port infrastructure, and major projects in railways, highways, and ports. Yang reaffirmed China’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s anti-terrorism efforts and called for enhanced security measures for Chinese personnel and projects. He…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : From the restoration of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran to the reconciliation of various factions in Palestine, the historic expansion of the BRICS mechanism and the support for the African Union’s membership in the G20, major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics is injecting stability and cooperation into the volatile and intertwined international situation. Global poll data released by CGTN over the past two years show that major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics has been widely praised by respondents around the world, who believe that China has played a positive role in promoting the building of a…