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Journalists and media workers across Pakistan, under the leadership of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), are all set to stage protests and rallies on Tuesday against the controversial Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act Amendment Bill. The nationwide demonstrations, supported by the Joint Action Committee of journalist organisations, are aimed at opposing what they have labelled a “draconian law” designed to suppress freedom of expression and press. The JAC has vowed to wage a vigorous public and legal struggle against the controversial bill. Key concerns of journalists PFUJ President Afzal Butt, addressing journalists, declared the PECA Amendment Bill a…

The government is reportedly considering a significant reduction in tax rates on property transactions, particularly for high-value properties, in a move aimed at revitalising the property market.  According to sources, the proposed changes include a major cut in taxes on properties worth more than Rs100 million, as well as a reduction in advance tax for filers from the current 4% to just 0.5%. Sources reveal that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has already begun working on proposals to implement these tax reductions. The PM has also reportedly directed authorities to expedite the process, emphasising the need to create a…

The Finance Ministry has issued a clarification regarding family pension rules, stating that young children eligible for family pension will now receive financial support until the age of 21. The Finance Ministry has issued a clarification notification regarding family pensions. The new directive, already outlined in an office memorandum dated September 10, 2024, came into effect immediately on the same date. According to the ministry, the eligibility criteria for family pension, which were formulated on October 23, 2023, will remain in effect, and children will receive pension as per the preferential criteria. The memorandum specifies that the updated rules will…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a Chinese New Year card in return to friends in the U.S. state of Iowa, saying that China and the United States share extensive common interests and broad space for cooperation and can become partners and friends. Xi said in the reply card that the warm reception he received when he visited the beautiful state of Iowa 40 years ago is still fresh in his memory. China and the United States can achieve mutual success and common prosperity for the benefit of both countries and the world at large, Xi said. The Chinese…

China Media Group (CMG) held a “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” event in French capital Paris on Friday. Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of CMG, delivered a video address highlighting the global recognition of the Spring Festival. Shen noted that the festival, which was added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List last year, has become a major celebration worldwide. CMG President Shen Haixiong delivers a video address at a “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” event in Paris, France, January 24, 2025. /CMG Shen highlighted that…

China’s Spring Festival box office is seeing significant gains with cinema-goers breaking previous records for the Chinese film industry, according to box office data tracker Dengta. The total domestic box office revenue for the 2025 Spring Festival season including ticket pre-sales surged to 808 million yuan ($111.3 million) as of Monday, with Chinese films dominating. All of the top six are set for release on January 29, the first day of Chinese New Year. A series of promotional posters for film releases during the Spring Festival period, January 27, 2025. /VCG Topping the list, “Legends of the Condor Heroes: The…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday noted solid progress the country has made in advancing Chinese modernization amid “complex and challenging” situations over the past 12 months at a high-level reception to ring in the Chinese New Year. “In the Year of the Dragon, we demonstrated vitality and a can-do spirit. We endured storms and saw the rainbow,” said Xi, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission. Faced with complex and challenging situations, China responded with composure and implemented a range of comprehensive measures, overcame difficulties…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Pakistan, Atadjan Movlamov said that Turkmenistan viewed the upcoming Year of Peace and Trust, 2025, as the crucial period in the humanization of international relations. Turkmenistan considers the decision to declare 2025 as the ‘International Year of Peace and Trust’ as a global-scale event and a genuine opportunity for a qualitative transition to a new stage in international relations, the Ambassador said. Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Pakistan, Atadjan Movlamov said this while talking to the mediaman in the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad. He said that based on this, during the 78th…

A-list star Sajal Ali recently celebrated her 31st birthday in style, and received massive messages, which she feels indebted to her well-wishers. The Yaqeen Ka Safar actress dropped a glimpse from her 31st birthday celebrations on Instagram. In the first image, Sajal puts her contagious smile on display while holding a fresh bouquet of flowers, a token of her birthday love. Next, the What’s Love Got To Do With It actress shared a photo of her creamy birthday cake waiting to be cut, followed by an epic shot of the party decor. “A bit late, but a heartfelt thank you…

Neelam Muneer has announced resuming acting after a brief hiatus for wedding. Taking to Instagram, Neelam shared a new photo, expressing gratitude to fans for their wedding wishes and announcing her readiness to work again. After temporarily stepping back from the industry for her wedding, Neelam is now preparing for a comeback. She wrote, “After spending a wonderful time, I’m back with a new mindset and excitement to work again.” She acknowledged the immense love she received through her acting career and expressed a desire to enhance that bond further. Neelam also thanked her fans, family, friends from the industry,…