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The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives celebrated the Chinese Spring Festival, underscoring the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China. The event was graced by the Honorable Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, and His Excellency Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Mr. Jiang Zaidong. In his address, Minister Ahsan Iqbal highlighted the significance of the Lunar New Year as a time of renewal, reflection, and hope, symbolizing wisdom, resilience, and transformation. He emphasized the unshakable bond between Pakistan and China, often described as higher than the mountains, deeper than the oceans, and sweeter than honey. Reflecting on the achievements of the…

ISLAMABAD – A meeting of the judicial commission, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi, is scheduled to take place on Thursday. The agenda includes consideration on 46 nominees for the appointment of 12 additional judges to the Sindh High Court. The list includes six district and sessions judges alongside 40 lawyers. Prominent names among the district and sessions judges are Suresh Kumar, Khalid Hussain Shahani, Mushtaq Ahmed Laghari, Tasneem Sultana, Munawar Sultana, and Ameer Ali Mahesar. Notable lawyers under consideration are Ali Haider Ada, Nisar Ahmed Bhambhro, Riazat Ali Sahir, Miran Muhammad Shah, Raja Jawad Ali Sehr,…

ISLAMABAD- Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted mainly cold and dry weather for most parts of the country, with very cold conditions in hilly areas during the next 24 hours. However, shallow to moderate fog is anticipated at isolated locations in south Punjab and upper Sindh during morning and night hours. The synoptic situation reveals that continental air is prevailing over most areas, while a westerly wave is influencing the western and upper regions of the country. During the past 24 hours, cold and partly cloudy conditions were observed in most parts of Pakistan, accompanied by rain and snowfall in…

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has said that no trade talks have been held between New Delhi and Islamabad since last year. Responding to a reporter’s question at the Indian embassy in Washington, the top Indian diplomat said no proposal was floated from either side [India and Pakistan] to resume trade. He pointed out that India never stopped trade with its neighbouring country. “Their [Pakistani] government took the step to stop trade in 2019.” “Our concern was that they never granted us MFN [Most Favoured Nation] status, even though we granted it to them,” Jaishankar added. “Every country has the…

Customs officials recovered 78 high-value mobile phones, including 54 iPhones, worth hundreds and thousands of rupees from the crew of Pakistan International Airlines’s (PIA) Dubai-Multan flight. The seized iPhone 16 Pro were found in possession of five crew members, including senior steward Faisal Pervaiz, air hostesses Nishat and Sadaf, and flight stewards Imran and Khalid Khan. Acting on prior information, Customs authorities intercepted the crew and discovered 24 iPhones with the two air hostesses. Upon further investigation and identification by the detained crew members, 54 more phones were recovered from the male crew members after calling them back from their…

The Punjab cabinet has approved an amendment to Section 24 of the Motor Vehicle Ordinance Act 1965 in a move to simplify vehicle registration processes, allowing motor vehicle owners to register their vehicles in any district across the province. Previously, under Section 24, vehicle owners were mandated to register their vehicles in their home district. With the amendment, Punjab residents now have the freedom to get their vehicles registered in any district of their choice. An Excise and Taxation Department spokesperson highlighted that registration numbers are being allotted under a unified series across Punjab. The spokesperson also clarified that there…

Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan recounted the intense moments from the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 final, where a dropped catch nearly altered the course of the match.   “When Kohli’s catch was dropped, Azhar Ali provided immense support and told me to stay confident,” Shadab revealed. He admitted feeling the pressure as he moved to his position. “As I approached the point area, I kept hoping for his dismissal.” Shadab acknowledged Kohli’s exceptional capabilities, describing him as a player capable of changing a match’s outcome from any position. “Kohli is a match-winner in every sense,” he added. On the subsequent ball,…

Indian media on Wednesday raised questions about Rohit Sharma’s participation in the captains’ meeting for the ICC Champions Trophy, citing ongoing uncertainty.   According to reports, the event, expected to take place on 16 or 17 February, may be held in Pakistan or relocated to the UAE. The venue decision remains pending, leaving doubts about Sharma’s attendance. “No discussions have been held regarding Rohit Sharma’s visit to Pakistan,” revealed Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia. – Vikrant Gupta hopes Indian spinners will ‘perform well’ in Dubai conditions – Separately, renowned Indian sports journalist Vikrant Gupta…

Renowned actor, director, and producer Yasir Nawaz, often known for his humorous banter and family-oriented image, recently addressed a topic that has intrigued fans for a while. During his appearance on a TV show, Yasir responded to the persistent questions regarding a second marriage, making a heartfelt announcement. Yasir Nawaz made it clear that a second marriage is not on his mind, stating, “I want to announce to the whole world that I am very happy with my wife Nida. I will never marry again.” He emphasized that his wife and children are his source of joy and contentment, leaving…

CASTAIC: A new wildfire that broke out north of Los Angeles on Wednesday rapidly spread to more than 9,400 acres (38 square km), fueled by strong winds and dry brush, forcing mandatory evacuation orders for more than 31,000 people. The Hughes fire about 50 miles (80 km) north of Los Angeles further taxed firefighters in the region who have managed to bring two major fires in the metropolitan area largely under control. In just a few hours on Wednesday the new fire grew to two-thirds the size of the Eaton Fire, one of the two monster conflagrations that have ravaged…