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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Punjab has carried out large-scale intelligence-based operations across the province, arresting 21 suspected terrorists during 214 raids, officials said. According to a CTD spokesperson, the operations were conducted in multiple cities including Lahore, Sheikhupura, Gujranwala, Khanewal, Mianwali, Toba Tek Singh, Multan, Gujrat, Pakpattan, and Bahawalpur based on intelligence reports. Authorities stated that a dangerous suspect identified as Pir Shams, allegedly linked to a banned outfit, was arrested from Lahore along with explosive material. Another suspect, Abdul Latif from Toba Tek Singh, was also detained with explosive devices and is reportedly associated with the Baloch Liberation…

President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Pakistan on Friday after completing his five-day visit to China. During the visit, President Zardari held discussions in Hunan and Hainan provinces focusing on enhancing cooperation in industrial development, agriculture, and the maritime economy. The key emphasis remained on advancing initiatives under CPEC 2.0, particularly in promoting domestic industrial growth and the blue economy.

President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday witnessed the signing of one Joint Venture Agreement and two memorandums of understanding between Pakistani and Chinese organisations, covering construction machinery, animal health and medical technology. The engagements are aimed at advancing practical cooperation in key sectors, a Presidency’s news release said. A memorandum of understanding was signed between Al Hassan Trade Establishment, Sany International Development and Hainan Jiaolong International Technology on cooperation in high-end equipment, manufacturing and construction machinery. The trilateral collaboration focuses on supporting work related to the China Pakistan Economic Corridor, strengthening cooperation in the supply of complete construction machinery and…

Customs authorities across China were busy handling arrivals of African goods on May 1, as the country’s historic expansion of its zero-tariff treatment took effect. All 53 African nations that have diplomatic ties with China now benefit from tariff-free access to the vast Chinese market. In the early hours of Friday, 24 tonnes of South African apples became the first batch of imports to enter China under the landmark initiative, which wiped the previous 10% duty. The shipment, cleared swiftly by Shenzhen customs officers in south China, is bound for supermarkets and wholesale markets across the country. “This is a…

China’s film market continues its robust momentum in 2026. As of May 1, the year-to-date box office, including pre-sales, has surpassed 13 billion yuan ($1.9 billion). The Labor Day holiday movie lineup is already off to a strong start, with new releases earning over 120 million yuan in pre-sales and sneak previews. This year’s Labor Day holiday selection is notably diverse, offering everything from revolutionary history and gritty crime thrillers to heartwarming family dramas, ensuring there is something for every taste. What’s playing this Labor Day? The 2026 Labor Day slate covers a wide spectrum of genres. Here are the…

China’s Ministry of Commerce on Friday expressed strong opposition to the latest US move seeking to impose restrictions targeting test and certification as well as telecom-related sectors, urging the US to stop its wrong practices immediately. These remarks came after the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted measures on Thursday that would disqualify testing and certification bodies from countries without mutual recognition agreements with the US and prohibit entities on the so-called covered list from providing telecommunications services in the US. “The FCC has abandoned the principle of technology neutrality, overstretched the concept of national security, and repeatedly imposed restrictive…

“Happy Chinese New Year, general secretary!” On the morning of February 10, Chinese President Xi Jinping walked into a community canteen in Beijing’s Xicheng District, where several delivery workers were taking a short break between orders. Among them was food delivery courier Jia Yacan. As Jia greeted him with a smile, Xi warmly responded with New Year wishes. “You’ve worked hard to meet the needs of countless households, and the city couldn’t function without workers like you. I hope you all can lead good lives and work well,” Xi told these delivery workers. For Jia, it was a moment he…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to workers and reiterated their commitment to safeguarding labour rights and improving working conditions, as the world marked International Labour Day on Friday. Observed annually on May 1, Labour Day, also known as May Day, is commemorated worldwide to honour the contributions of workers and highlight their struggle for fair wages, better working conditions and dignity, while promoting protection against exploitation. In his message on the occasion, President Zardari said the day commemorates the historic struggle of workers who sacrificed their lives for fundamental rights, including fair wages and…

HONG KONG: Oil prices edged up Friday after the previous day’s wild swings, with investors awaiting the next move in the Middle East crisis, while stocks rose in holiday-thinned trade following a tech-led record day on Wall Street. With peace talks between the United States and Iran stalled for the past week, there appears to be little sign that they will agree a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz any time soon, choking off a fifth of the world’s oil and gas supplies. After tumbling early in April on news of a ceasefire between the rivals, crude has spiked…

The Balochistan government has completed preparations for the Peoples Air Ambulance service aimed at public welfare, with Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti announcing that the project will soon be formally inaugurated by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. In a statement shared on social media platform X, the chief minister said that the air ambulance service is fully ready and will be officially launched in the near future. He added that the initiative is designed to ensure timely emergency medical assistance and rapid transfer of patients from remote and underdeveloped areas to major hospitals. According to the chief minister, the service will play…