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World Cancer Day is being observed today across the globe to raise awareness about the disease and its prevention. In South Punjab, the number of blood cancer patients has exceeded 6,000, highlighting a growing health concern in the region. According to experts, one of the major causes of cancer in the area is the excessive use of pesticides on fruits and vegetables. Assistant Professor of Pediatric Oncology emphasized that these harmful chemicals pose serious health risks, contributing to the rise in cancer cases. Dr. Usman Fawad, a specialist in pediatric oncology, revealed that approximately 300 children are diagnosed with blood…

ISLAMABAD: The government plans to issue an Expression of Interest (EoI) this month in a renewed attempt to privatise the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with offering a clean balance sheet and protecting the buyer from an 18% GST on aircraft purchases, following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) approval. Notably, following the national flag carrier’s privatisation, the aviation sector across the nation will likewise be eligible for this 18% GST exemption. Additionally, this will assist private operators in growing their companies and services. In a previous attempt to sell this asset, the interested parties had backed down from their plans and…

ISLAMABAD: The United States has suspended aid projects worth over $845 million in Pakistan following President Donald Trump’s directive to cut funding for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) projects worldwide. The abrupt suspension has halted crucial development initiatives and placed hundreds of Pakistani jobs at risk. The US has immediately frozen 39 major USAID-funded projects in Pakistan across various sectors, including energy, economic development, agriculture, democracy, human rights and governance, education, health, and humanitarian assistance. Many of these initiatives, fully or partially funded by USAID, have now come to a standstill, with local NGOs and organisations struggling…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Eighty years ago, on February 4, 1945, the leaders of the victors of World War II − the Soviet Union, the United States, and Britain − opened the Yalta Conference to determine the contours of the postwar world. Despite ideological differences, they agreed to eradicate German Nazism and Japanese militarism. The agreements reached in Crimea were reaffirmed and elaborated upon at the Potsdam Conference in July-August 1945. One result of the negotiations was the creation of the United Nations and the approval of the UN Charter, which to this day remains the main source of international…

ISLAMABAD :During the hearing of an intra-court appeal against the trial of civilians in military courts, Justice Jamal Mandokhail questioned the extent of powers granted to military courts under the Army Act. A seven-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, is hearing the appeal. Salman Akram Raja, representing convicted individual Arzam Junaid, continued presenting his arguments. While making his case, Raja referred to the F.B. Ali case, that it was decided under the 1962 Constitution, prompting Justice Mandokhail to inquire, “What powers do military courts have under the Act? Can someone who is not part of the military be…

PESHAWAR : According to the district administration, the evacuation of people from Kurram to Peshawar via helicopter is ongoing. So far, over 200 individuals, including women, children, and patients, have been safely relocated. Three flights were operated yesterday to facilitate the evacuation process. The administration also confirmed that the supply of medicines and food is continuing to support those in need. As part of a peace agreement, the dismantling of bunkers is underway, with 22 bunkers already demolished in various areas of Kurram. The bunker removal operation will continue today.

Pakistan Railways has announced a 5% increase in train fares due to the rising cost of petroleum products. A formal notification has been issued regarding the fare hike. According to the notification, the revised fares will be applicable from February 5, 2025. The 5% increase will apply to tickets for all train classes, including salon services and outsourced trains. Railway officials stated that the fare adjustment was necessary due to increasing fuel prices. However, passengers have expressed mixed reactions to the hike. While some commuters see it as an additional burden amid rising inflation, others believe that the quality of…

BEIJING: China’s finance ministry on Tuesday announced a package of tariffs on a range of US products in an immediate response to a 10% tariff on Chinese imports announced by US President Donald Trump that went into effect at 0501 GMT.

U.S. President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended the imposition of steep tariffs on Mexico and Canada, granting a 30-day reprieve in exchange for commitments on border security and crime enforcement. However, tariffs on Chinese imports are set to take effect as scheduled. The decision, announced on Monday, comes after talks with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Both leaders pledged to intensify efforts to curb illegal immigration and drug smuggling, a key demand from Trump’s administration. Under the agreement, Canada will enhance its border security by deploying advanced technology and additional personnel, along with cooperative measures…

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has claimed that a proposal was made to transfer Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan to Bani Gala, Nathia Gali, or the Chief Minister House, but no progress has been made as Khan insisted on the release of all detained workers before his transfer. Speaking to journalists in Peshawar, Gandapur said: “When I set out for a mission, I burn my boats.” Regarding the November 24 protest, he revealed that the establishment had warned against staging demonstrations, citing the risk of clashes and damage. The protests in question refer to the party’s…