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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : On the third day of GITEX Global 2025, one of the world’s largest and most influential technology exhibitions, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, visited the Huawei booth, reaffirming the strategic partnership between Pakistan and Huawei in driving digital transformation. Huawei’s booth, themed “All Intelligence,” showcased its latest innovations in AI-powered infrastructure, cloud platforms, smart city technologies, and cybersecurity solutions tailored for public sector modernization. The Minister was welcomed by senior Huawei executives and given a comprehensive tour of the booth. During the visit, Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja praised Huawei’s…

Pakistan have set South Africa a target of 277 runs to win the opening Test after a dramatic batting collapse on Day 3 at Gaddafi Stadium. Spinner Senuran Muthusamy emerged as the standout performer, claiming 11 wickets in the match to give the visitors a fighting chance. After taking a 109-run lead in the first innings, Pakistan’s batting lineup faltered in their second outing, getting bowled out for 167 runs. Captain Babar Azam (42), Abdullah Shafique (41), and Saud Shakeel (38) were the only notable contributors. The rest of the batting order crumbled under South Africa’s relentless spin attack. Imam-ul-Haq…

A tragic incident occurred in the Arkot area of Matta tehsil in Swat, where unidentified gunmen opened fire on a polio vaccination team, resulting in the martyrdom of a Levies official. The attack took place while health workers were administering polio drops to children as part of an ongoing national anti-polio campaign. Attack during polio duty According to Swat DPO Muhammad Umar, Levies official Abdul Kabir was providing security to women health workers who were vaccinating children inside a house when the attackers suddenly opened fire. The officer was stationed outside the home to ensure the team’s safety. Kabir was…

Pakistani cricketer Shawaal Zulfiqar’s father, Zulfiqar Ahmed, has passed away. Fellow players, coaches, and members of the management have expressed their deep condolences over the sad demise of Shawaal Zulfiqar’s father. A fateha was also offered for the departed soul. Meanwhile, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has extended his condolences to Shawaal Zulfiqar and her family, praying that Allah Almighty grant the departed soul eternal peace and give patience to the bereaved family.

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti has said that anti-state elements and foreign agencies are fueling propaganda to divide Pakistan, as the government strengthens governance, education, and counterterrorism efforts. Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti has said there is no insurgency in the province, only “so-called separatist movements” driven by anti-national elements and foreign interference. Addressing participants of the 17th National Workshop, the chief minister reiterated that the province’s development, security, and governance are steadily improving under his government. ‘No insurgency, only propaganda’ Sarfaraz Bugti said that the claim of an insurgency in Balochistan is misleading and that anti-state groups aim…

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have agreed to maintain the momentum of ongoing economic reforms. The understanding was reached during Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb’s meeting with IMF Director Jihad Azour in Washington D.C., held on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, along with his delegation, met Mr. Jihad Azour, Director of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department. Both sides reviewed progress under the Second Review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining the current reform agenda. The discussions focused on Pakistan’s efforts…

At the United Nations, Pakistan launched a sharp counterattack against India’s repeated claims over Jammu and Kashmir. Diplomat Asif Khan condemned New Delhi’s “recycled lies,” accusing it of hiding grave human rights violations in the occupied region. Speaking at the UN’s 4th Committee on Decolonisation, Asif Khan, a representative from Pakistan’s Permanent Mission, rejected India’s assertions regarding Kashmir’s status. “I am compelled to take the floor to respond to the disinformation-laden remarks of the representative of India,” he said. “Each year, India comes to this august forum with a recycled script of distortions. Today is no different.” Khan asserted that…

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a powerful rebound on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index jumping by more than 4,000 points during the opening minutes of trading, restoring multiple key levels and signaling renewed investor optimism. After six consecutive sessions of heavy losses, trading at the PSX began on a bullish note. At 9:55 AM, the KSE-100 Index was recorded at 162,474.10 points, marking a rise of 4,030.68 points (2.54%). The surge restored the 159,000, 160,000, 161,000, and 162,000-point thresholds, which were breached during last week’s sell-off. The strong opening was fueled by investor confidence following signs of political…

A terrorism case has been registered against Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) chief Saad Rizvi and several party leaders following an attack on security forces in Muridke. The case, lodged by Sub-Inspector Muhammad Afzal, accuses the group of violent assaults and other serious offenses. The First Information Report (FIR) filed at the City Muridke police station lists 32 sections, including terrorism, murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, and robbery. According to the FIR, TLP leaders Saad Rizvi, Anas Rizvi, Allama Farooq-ul-Hassan, Maulana Sajjad Saifi, and Mufti Wazir Ali are among those named. Police said raids are underway to arrest those involved in the violence,…

Renowned Pakistani actress Sarwat Gilani has opened up about her unpleasant experiences working with superstar Humayun Saeed and director Nadeem Baig, alleging unprofessional behavior and lack of respect during the making of the Jawani Phir Nahi Aani film series. In a recent interview, Sarwat Gilani revealed that she was not treated well during the production of the first two Jawani Phir Nahi Aani films. She said that despite contributing to the success of the series, she was ignored and only contacted when the filmmakers needed her. The actress claimed that her role in the first film was cut short without prior notice. When the…