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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The 2025 Spring Festival Gala, hosted by China Media Group (CMG), achieved unprecedented success, reaching a staggering 16.8 billion views across all media platforms, an 18.31 percent increase from last year. Notably, mobile viewership soared to 372 million, up 52.46 percent year-on-year. The Gala also set a new record for live streaming on domestic new media platforms, with 2.13 billion total views by 8 a.m. Wednesday, a 26.04 percent increase from the previous year. The Gala’s vertical screen livestreaming, now in its fourth year, garnered 530 million views, up 25.3 percent from last year, and attracted…

The rise of China’s AI model, DeepSeek, has garnered significant attention for its innovative and resource-efficient approach to AI development. Meanwhile, this year’s Spring Festival Gala showcased a remarkable fusion of traditional art and cutting-edge technology, captivating a global audience. China’s Spring Festival Gala achieved a new record with a total reach of 16.8 billion across all media platforms, integrating numerous high-tech solutions to ensure a smooth and stable broadcast worldwide and to recreate traditional art forms, China Media Group (CMG) said on Tuesday. Some of the highlights include the use of technologies such as ultra-high definition, virtual reality, artificial…

ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday extended greetings to the Chinese people and President Xi Jinping on the Chinese New Year and said that China’s success story served as a beacon of inspiration and confidence for Pakistan. “China’s awe-inspiring renaissance stands as one of the defining themes of the 21st century…For us, China’s success story serves as a beacon of inspiration and confidence,” the prime minister said in a televised message on the occasion of the Chinese New Year and Spring Festival starting on January 29 to mark the end of winter and the beginning of spring. He…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Dubai has once again secured the top position globally for city cleanliness, according to the latest Global Power City Index (GPCI) report issued by the Institute for Urban Strategies at the Mori Memorial Foundation in Japan. This prestigious recognition, achieved for the fifth year in a row, underscores Dubai’s commitment to establishing itself as a benchmark for future cities. The emirate continues to lead the way in sustainable urban development, reflecting its adherence to the highest international standards of living and environmental excellence. Dubai outperformed more than 47 cities worldwide, achieving 100% satisfaction in the metric…

In another expected jolt for inflation-hit masses, the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led government likely to jack up petrol and diesel prices from February 01, 2025. The surge in crude oil prices has sparked concerns about further hikes in the prices of petroleum products within the country. According to sources, petrol prices may see an upward revision of Rs3 per litre, while high-speed diesel (HSD) is expected to witness a steeper hike of Rs6 per litre in the upcoming fortnightly review. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) will submit a summary to the relevant ministry, recommending adjustments based on international…

The PECA Amendment Act 2025 – which was recently approved by both the National Assembly and Senate – has been met with a legal challenge in the Lahore High Court.  The petition was filed by journalist Jafar Bin Yar on Wednesday – through his lawyer Nadeem Sarwar – included the federal government, PTA, and other relevant parties as respondents. He argued that the amendments—especially those related to “fake news” penalties—are a threat to the constitutional right to free speech. The petition also stated that the newly passed amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) undermine the constitutional right to freedom…

The federal government has approved amendments to the National Identity Card Act of 2002 aimed at improving accessibility and recognition for individuals with disabilities and organ donors in Pakistan. A spokesperson for the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) confirmed that these changes will soon be reflected in the issuance of new identity cards, marking a progressive step towards inclusion. The amended law will introduce separate, lifetime-valid identity cards for persons with disabilities. These individuals will receive a specialized Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) featuring a distinctive wheelchair logo, signifying their status. The same symbol will also be included on…

ISLAMABAD : President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday extended the greeting of Chinese New Year and Spring Festival to Chinese President Xi Jinping, reaffirming the commitment to strengthening the “iron-clad friendship” between Pakistan and China. The president, in a letter of greetings to his Chinese counterpart, said that he looked forward to discussing ways to further enhance bilateral cooperation and friendship with him in Beijing. He reiterated Pakistan’s ongoing support for the One China Policy, calling it a vital component of Pakistan’s foreign policy. President Zardari said that both Pakistan and China enjoyed timeless and strategic cooperative partnership. This unique…

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday suggested the possibility of peace talks with Ukraine, but firmly rejected any negotiations involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, whom he termed “illegitimate.” This latest development comes as the ongoing conflict between the two nations enters its third year, showing no signs of abating. In his statement, Putin emphasised that while Russia was open to negotiations with Ukraine, any discussions would exclude Zelensky, accusing him of being an illegitimate leader. The Russian president pointed to the expiration of Zelensky’s presidential term during martial law as grounds for his rejection. Putin further stated that, if Zelensky…

Topline Research reported that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) team was scheduled to visit Pakistan in the middle of next month to evaluate the country’s economic performance as part of the first review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) in March.   According to Topline Research, the IMF team would assess Pakistan’s economic progress during the first review in March. However, the IMF’s representative in Pakistan refrained from commenting on the proposed schedule. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb had previously indicated that an IMF delegation would visit Pakistan next month. If the review concluded successfully, Pakistan was expected to receive the…