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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday commended the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) for its historic performance, as the benchmark KSE-100 Index crossed the 100,000-point threshold for the first time in history. In a statement, the prime minister attributed the milestone to strong investor confidence in the government’s policies and the efforts of the economic team to steer the national economy towards stability and growth. “The stock exchange crossing 100,000 points for the first time reflects the business community’s and investors’ trust in government policies,” PM Shehbaz said. “The government’s economic team and officials working tirelessly to promote investment…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Two days after “cleansing operation” by security forces to end pitched battle with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protesters who were gathered in Islamabad’s D-Chowk to demand their leader Imran Khan’s release concluded, a case was registered in Sadiqabad Police Station Rawalpindi against top PTI leadership under sections of the Anti-Terrorism Act. The Anti-Terrorism Act included murder plot and interference in government affairs alongside as many as 14 sections of the Pakistan Penal Code. All top PTI leaders including PTI founder Khan, former first lady Bushra Bibi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, Opposition Leader in…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved a historic milestone on Thursday, as the benchmark KSE-100 Index surged past the 100,000-point mark, reaching an all-time high of 100,346.50 points during intra-day trading. The remarkable rally of over 1,000 points, equivalent to a 1.09% gain, came on the heels of a volatile week that saw the market experience significant turmoil. The index opened strong, continuing its upward trajectory after having suffered a major setback earlier in the week due to violent political unrest in Islamabad. On Tuesday, the market had plummeted by more than 3,500 points, as clashes…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The selection process for Pakistan’s national squad for the upcoming South Africa tour has entered its final stages. Sources indicate that young players will be given opportunities in the T20 series, continuing the trend of fostering emerging talent. According to insiders senior batters and bowlers may be rested for the T20 series and star players Babar Azam, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi are expected to feature in the ODI series. Fakhar Zaman’s return to the white-ball team appears likely while Imam-ul-Haq is under consideration for the Test squad. Plans are also underway to hold a training…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Internet services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi remain partially disrupted, causing significant inconvenience to users. Residents of the twin cities are experiencing issues with browsing, downloading, and accessing social media platforms. Even with VPN services, the performance of social media applications remains sluggish. The slow internet has impacted multiple sectors, including businesses, education, and online services, with users reporting delays in their work and communications. The authorities have yet to announce a timeline for the full restoration of services.

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Lahore on Thursday returned to the top of the world’s most polluted cities list as its air quality index (AQI) worsened, days after observing a slight improvement. Punjab’s capital had slipped to the second rank on the list for the past few days as the air pollution in the city dropped amid strict measures imposed by the Punjab government to improve AQI On Thursday, the AQI was recorded at 611 in the megapolis around 10:30 this morning, registering the worst air quality in the world while the (PM2.5) pollutants in the air amounted to 381, which…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : US President Joe Biden has provisionally approved a $680 million arms sale to Israel, reports indicated on Wednesday, a move that coincides with renewed American efforts to mediate a Gaza ceasefire. The deal, reportedly months in the making, includes small-diameter bombs and joint direct attack munition kits (JDAMs) that convert unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. The timing of the announcement underscores the dichotomy in US policy — advocating for peace while arming Israel in its ongoing conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah. The arms package, which had been reviewed by congressional committees in September and submitted for…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir acknowledged on Wednesday the Belarusian’ contributions to the global and regional affairs. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir in Islamabad. The COAS resolved to strengthen and expand bilateral ties between the two countries. On this occasion, the matters are in line with the mutual interest, prospects for defence cooperation, and regional security dynamics. President Aleksandr Lukashenko appreciated the Pakistan Armed Forces for their significant efforts in maintaining regional peace and stability.

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Bollywood diva Kriti Sanon is not just known for her excellent acting prowess but for her activeness on the social media platforms. Taking to Instagram, the “Bhediya” actress had dropped a fresh series of clicks, which are more than enough to leave the fans smitten. She is seen putting on a blackish outfit. The diva has posed differently for every single photo and captivated the attention of her dedicated fans in no time. Sanon has merely preferred to use the heart and spade suit emoticons instead of using the lengthy description for the post. Fans…

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON: The U.S. decision to allow Ukraine to fire American weapons deeper into Russia has not increased the risk of a nuclear attack, which is unlikely, despite Russian President Vladimir Putin’s increasingly bellicose statements, five sources familiar with U.S. intelligence told Reuters. But Russia is likely to expand a campaign of sabotage against European targets to increase pressure on the West over its support for Kyiv, said two senior officials, a lawmaker and two congressional aides briefed on the matter. A series of intelligence assessments over the past seven months have concluded nuclear escalation was unlikely to result from a…