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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain, thunderstorms, and isolated hailstorms at several parts of the country during the next 24 hours. Gusty winds and thunderstorms are expected at scattered locations in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, central and southern Punjab, Kashmir, and upper Sindh during evening and night hours. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, several districts including Peshawar, Swat, Dir, Chitral, Abbottabad, and Mansehra are among those expecting rain and gusty winds after nightfall. Southern and central Punjab districts including Multan, Sargodha, Jhang, and Layyah face similar conditions. In Sindh, Larkana, Dadu, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, and surrounding areas may receive thunderstorm activity, while…

At the inaugural assembly of the World Data Organization (WDO) held in Beijing on Monday, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang read out a congratulatory message from President Xi Jinping and delivered a keynote speech. Ding, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, said that the establishment of the WDO is a major event that aligns with the development trends of the intelligent era and deepens international data cooperation. President Xi has sent a congratulatory message to mark the WDO’s inauguration, which fully embodies his earnest expectations for the organization,…

The Qinling Mountains in China have seen gradual improvements in ecological quality, with steady expansion of forest and wetland coverage, an official report said on Monday. The blue book published by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment said more than 50% of key ecological zones are showing signs of recovery, while over 60% of the Qinling region has seen improved ecological quality. Areas with enhanced water conservation and soil retention functions account for about 60% and 47% of the region, respectively. Fields by the Qinling Mountains in Xianyang, Shaanxi Province, northwest China, August 18, 2025. /VCG A natural boundary between…

China’s first 7-tonne-class large transport drone, Changying-8, is set to make its maiden flight on Tuesday in Zhengzhou, central China’s Henan Province. All pre-flight preparations have been completed. Developed independently by China North Industries Groups Corporation, the unmanned cargo aircraft measures 17 meters in length with a wingspan of 25 meters. It features an ultra-large cargo hold of 18 cubic meters, capable of accommodating multiple types of standard aviation containers as well as specialized cold-chain storage boxes. It can complete loading and unloading within 15 minutes, significantly improving logistics turnover efficiency. The drone boasts a maximum takeoff weight of 7…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a congratulatory message to mark the inauguration of the World Data Organization (WDO). The world is accelerating into the intelligent age, and the role of data as fundamental resources and an innovation engine is increasingly evident, Xi said. “The WDO, with the mission of bridging the data divide, unlocking data’s value and powering the digital economy, provides a valuable platform for deepening international cooperation regarding data and improving global data governance,” Xi said. He stressed that China will uphold the principle of extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits, and support the WDO…

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for mobilizing the whole society to actively participate in afforestation, stressing that a sound ecological environment is shared by all and requires the joint efforts of all. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks when taking part in a voluntary tree-planting activity in Beijing. Xi and other Party and state leaders, including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang and Li Xi, arrived at the tree-planting site in Changping District of Beijing in the morning.…

ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that during this challenging period, economically vulnerable segments of society will not be left alone. An important meeting was held under his chairmanship to review the impact of the Gulf crisis on petroleum products, current domestic fuel stocks, and ongoing public relief measures. The meeting included briefings on government measures to save fuel, future action plans, and detailed information on existing reserves. The Intelligence Bureau also presented an audit report regarding the progress of the Prime Minister’s austerity campaign and savings initiatives. Shehbaz Sharif said the government is striving to provide further relief…

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit China on March 31 at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, as Pakistan steps up diplomatic engagement amid the ongoing war involving Iran, the United States and Israel. A statement released by the Foreign Office on Monday said Pakistan and China enjoy an all-weather strategic cooperative partnership, marked by close coordination and regular consultations on regional and international issues. The FO said Dar’s visit would provide an opportunity for both sides to hold in-depth discussions on regional developments, as well as bilateral and global issues of mutual…

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) fell into the negative zone on Monday as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. On the first day of the trading week, the KSE-100 Index dropped over 3,500 points to reach 148,201 points. In previous session, the stock market had closed at 151,707 points at the end of last week, reflecting a notable drop in early trading this week. The war in Iran has sparked chaos across financial markets, leaving some investors and market makers reluctant to take on risk, making trading harder and costlier – a scenario regulators watch closely.…

The National Assembly is scheduled to convene today (Monday) at 5:00 pm with a 16-point agenda. Among the key items, a motion of thanks on the President’s address will be presented, and four major bills will be tabled. Federal Minister for Energy Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari will introduce an amendment to the Electricity Act, while the interior minister will present a bill amending the Pakistan Penal Code. Additionally, Sardar Awais Leghari will propose amendments to the Act governing the discipline of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb will present a bill related to financial institutions and…