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BEIJING – Pakistan’s rice exports to China recorded an impressive 121% year-on-year growth during the first five months of 2025, reflecting deeper trade ties and robust agricultural cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). According to Ghulam Qadir, Trade and Investment Counsellor at the Pakistani Embassy in China, data from the General Administration of Customs of China shows Pakistan exported rice worth $32.076 million from January to May 2025, a significant jump from $14.53 million during the same period in 2024. The majority of this growth came from semi- or wholly-milled rice (commodity code 10063020), which alone accounted for $26.68…

The recent US military strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities did not completely destroy the core components of Iran’s nuclear program and are believed to have set it back by only a few months, according to an early assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). The classified assessment, based on a detailed battle damage report by US Central Command, challenges President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that the strikes had “completely obliterated” Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Seven sources familiar with the report told CNN that much of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile survived the attack and most of the centrifuges remain intact.…

LAHORE : The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab said the first spell of monsoon rains has begun and it will continue until July 1. It said heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in most districts. Early morning downpours in the federal capital Islamabad and the adjoining city of Rawalpindi have led to water accumulation on roads and in low-lying areas. The rain continues intermittently, causing disruptions in traffic flow and raising concerns of urban flooding. In Rawalpindi, the water level in Nullah Lai has started to rise, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely. PDMA spokesperson stated…

NEW YORK : Pakistan has reaffirmed its support for the resolution of the Iran nuclear issue through peaceful means, diplomatic engagement and sustained dialogue. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, stated this at a critical United Nations Security Council briefing on the implementation of Resolution 2231 (2015) and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). “Pakistan advocates the preservation and the renewal of the JCPOA, or its substitution by an equally sound agreement that is acceptable to all sides, before it expires in October 2025,” he said. “We are meeting at a crucial point in…

Bahrain have defeated Pakistan 3–1 in the final of the AVC Nations Cup 2025, held in Bahrain, to claim the championship title. According to details, the Green Shirts managed to secure the silver medal in the tournament after putting up a spirited performance in the tournament. Bahrain won the match with set scores of 25–18, 25–17, 16–25 and 25–23. Earlier, Pakistan has secured a place in the final of the tournament after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Qatar in the semi-final clash held in Bahrain on Saturday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a law authorising the development of a state-backed messaging app integrated with government services, as Moscow strives to reduce its dependence on platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram. Russia has long sought to establish what it calls digital sovereignty by promoting home-grown services. Its push to replace foreign tech platforms became more urgent as some Western companies pulled out of the Russian market following Moscow’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Russian lawmakers say the state app will have functionality that the likes of Telegram and Meta Platforms’ WhatsApp do not. Critics say the fact…

Research suggested that just one particular type of fruit may significantly reduce the risk of dementia. According to scientific analysis, a specific fruit has been found to offer remarkable benefits for individuals aiming to improve memory, focus, and cognitive resilience. Notably, this fruit can also reduce the likelihood of developing dementia. It has been reported that a certain type of berry enhances brain function due to a key nutritional compound found within it. This fruit may also protect individuals at risk of cognitive decline from further deterioration. Studies indicate that even a small amount of blueberries can lead to a…

A superb century from Ben Duckett helped steer England to a sensational five-wicket win in the first Test against India after a thrilling day five on Tuesday, the hosts reaching a target of 371 — the 10th highest successful run chase in red-ball cricket’s history. Having turned the match on its head at Headingley after India had been 430-3 in their first innings, England appeared to be cruising to a dramatic win as openers Duckett and Zak Crawley eased their side to lunch on 117-0 in their second innings. Duckett continued his imperious form with another four through the covers…

Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday called on the international community to take constructive actions in carrying out international economic and trade cooperation. Li made the remarks when addressing the opening plenary of the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as the Summer Davos, in north China’s Tianjin Municipality. Equal consultations urged to resolve disputes, differences “Constructive actions mean we need to proactively take more practical measures to safeguard free trade and multilateralism and promote the stable development of the world economy,” Li said. The premier called for resolving disputes and differences through equal consultations. Noting that…

A report from China’s State Council on Tuesday revealed that the country has made notable strides in advancing innovation-driven development, and that its innovation-driven strategy has been gaining momentum. Beijing, Shanghai and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area have each reported remarkable outcomes in their development as international centers of sci-tech innovation, according to the report, which the State Council submitted to the ongoing session of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, China’s national legislature. In 2024, China’s integrated circuit industry saw rapid growth, with a 22.2-percent increase in the production of integrated circuits, and the value of…