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China  published the results of its fifth national economic census, which showed that the country’s economy has progressed while maintaining stability over the past five years. The census results reflected that China has witnessed a significant increase in the number of entities and persons employed in secondary and tertiary industries, Kang Yi, head of the National Bureau of Statistics, said at a press conference on the census. China had 33.27 million legal units engaged in secondary and tertiary industries at the end of 2023, up 52.7 percent from the end of 2018. The secondary and tertiary industries employed over 428.98…

Chinese President Xi Jinping  sent messages of condolence to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev over the casualties in the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane. Xi said that he was shocked to learn that a passenger plane of Azerbaijan Airlines crashed, causing casualties. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi deeply mourned the victims. Also in the messages, he offered sincere sympathy to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

RAWALPINDI – The Field General Court Martial (FGCM) has handed down sentences to the remaining 60 culprits involved in May 9 riots, which sparked last year following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in a graft case. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the May 9 punishments have been awarded in light of the Supreme Court’s decision. It said the sentence were announced after examining all evidences, ensuring the provision of all legal rights to the convicts, completion of due process and the appropriate legal proceedings. List of Civilians Convicted by Military Court 1.Hassan Khan Niazi…

RAWALPINDI  – A special court adjourned the hearing of the Toshakhana-II case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi without any further proceedings. Special Judge Central Shah Rukh Arjumand heard the case in Adiala Jail where the former prime minister was presented in the courtroom. Bushra Bibi also arrived at Adiala Jail for the hearing of the case. At the outset of the hearing, Bushra Bibi’s lawyer Arshad Tabrez, and others requested a postponement of the hearing due to personal commitments. Due to the absence of the lawyers, the statement of the prosecution’s witness could…

In a startling revelation, it was learnt that the top 5% earners in Pakistan have not paid taxes to the tune of Rs1.6 trillion. The figures were shared by Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial while addressing a press conference on Thursday alongside Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister of State for Finance and Revenue Ali Pervaiz Malik. Addressing the attendees, the FBR chief said that the government’s tax gap for the current fiscal year would be Rs7.1 trillion, which was around Rs6.2 trillion last year. He said the government’s major interventions…

By : Tahir Farooq Turpan is a city that seamlessly blends antiquity with modernity. Renowned for its historical significance, architectural marvels, and ingenious ancient water systems, Turpan is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of human civilization. In recent years, the city has also emerged as a beacon of development under China’s policies aimed at regional growth and cultural preservation. Turpan, historically known as Gushi and Gaochang, has a rich tapestry of history that dates back over two millennia. As a key node along the Silk Road, the city served as a bustling center of trade, culture, and knowledge.…

RAWALPINDI: The negotiation committee of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is set to brief it’s incarcerated founder Imran Khan on the first round of parleys with the government at Adiala jail today (Thursday), after being granted permission to meet him at the facility, reported citing sources on Thursday. The PTI negotiators will brief Khan on the first round of talks, held on Monday, and consult him on future strategy. The meeting is set to take place at 2pm, the insiders said. The development came as Senator Irfan Siddiqui, part of the government’s negotiation panel, confirmed on Tuesday that they had approved the…

South Africa won the toss and elected to field in the match against Pakistan. The national team has announced its playing XI, featuring several key players. Pakistan’s XI: Shan Masood, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha, Aamer Jamal, Naseem Shah, Khurram Shahzad and Mohammad Abbas. Key changes in the lineup include dropping opener Abdullah Shafique. Pakistan has also opted for a pace-heavy strategy, fielding four fast bowlers. South Africa XI: Aiden Markram, Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma (capt), David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Dane Paterson, Corbin Bosch…

The National Logistics Cell (NLC) and DP World have successfully established a direct shipping service between Pakistan and Bangladesh, marking a significant development in South Asian maritime trade connectivity. Since its inception in October, the service has facilitated the movement of more than 1,000 containers between the two nations, establishing a new trade corridor in the region. The initiative represents a substantial advancement in strengthening South Asian trade relationships and regional connectivity. In a further expansion of maritime operations, NLC’s first vessel will commence container service between Karachi and Jebel Ali on January 13. A second vessel is scheduled to…

The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has discovered substantial natural gas reserves in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The newly discovered reserves are expected to produce up to 2.14 million cubic feet of natural gas per day, marking a notable contribution to the country’s domestic energy resources. This discovery is anticipated to enhance Pakistan’s energy self-sufficiency and help alleviate ongoing energy challenges. OGDCL is currently overseeing some of the country’s largest exploration projects with government backing. The company continues to expand its exploration activities in the mining sector, focusing on identifying additional natural resource deposits. Industry experts suggest this discovery…