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The 2nd Silk Way Star International Music Competition was officially launched at the 5th Global Media Innovation Forum on June 10, 2026, in Chongqing, southwest China. The competition is jointly organized by China Media Group (CMG) and the Presidential Television and Radio Complex of Kazakhstan. At the forum, Chinese singer Zhang Hexuan and Kazakh singer Lucia took the stage together, performing the competition’s theme song, “Silk Way Star,” in three languages: Chinese, English and Kazakh. The launch announcement has already received widespread coverage and enthusiastic discussion across major media outlets in Kazakhstan, highlighting the growing cultural connection between China and…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented the federal budget for fiscal year 2026-27 in the National Assembly during a session chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, as opposition members protested and created noise in the House. The National Assembly budget session was chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached the Assembly session, while Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also attended the proceedings. Earlier, Bilawal Bhutto and Mohsin Naqvi left for the National Assembly Hall. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb formally presented the budget document for the new fiscal year 2026-27. During his speech, the finance minister said Pakistan had gained such importance…

The first PN Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, has arrived in Karachi, where it was accorded a traditional naval welcome by Pakistan Navy personnel and senior officers. The ceremony was attended by senior Pakistan Navy officers, personnel and families of crew members, while cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy presented a ceremonial salute. PN Z9EC helicopters carried out a fly-past in honour of the submarine, the Pakistan Navy’s Directorate General Public Relations (DGPR) said in a statement. A reception ceremony was held at the Pakistan Navy Dockyard, where Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Abdul Munib attended as chief guest. The submarine is…

Mexico opened their World Cup campaign with a 2–0 victory over nine-man South Africa on Thursday at the Estadio Azteca, as the expanded tournament began in Mexico City. South Africa ended the match with nine players after Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane were both sent off. Quinones put the hosts ahead in the ninth minute, driving a low effort through the legs of South Africa captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams. The home crowd of 80,824 at the Azteca responded with loud celebrations in the early stages of the match. South Africa coach Hugo Broos had earlier cautioned his side regarding…

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC), on the directive of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has approved the supply of wheat to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Friday. The Ministry of National Food Security has completed arrangements for the provision of wheat to the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain said the supply of wheat to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reflects the prime minister’s public welfare policies in practical terms. He said Khyber Pakhtunkhwa would receive wheat at the official price fixed at the beginning of the year. Hussain said the federal government continued to take effective measures to ensure…

US President Donald Trump praised the Pakistan’s leadership and its role in regional diplomacy, saying the country had played an exceptional part in efforts linked to a deal involving Iran. Speaking in the Oval Office, Trump commended Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, terming the latter as “a great, great general” and noting that the rank of Field Marshal stands above that of a general. Trump said Pakistan had played an extraordinary role and that the country’s leadership had earned widespread appreciation. He said people across the Middle East were pleased with recent developments and described…

The Pakistan Army team secured first position in the Pace Sticking Competition held at the Royal Military Academy in Britain, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) team completed a clean sweep in the competition, claiming all major honours, the ISPR stated. The awards included first place in the overall team trophy category, as well as the Best Pace Sticker and Best Driver awards. The nine-member Pakistani contingent, led by Major Haider Gulzar, arrived in Britain on 5 June to take part in the annual event, according to the ISPR. A total of 16 teams…

The federal government is set to present its third budget today (Friday), with a range of tax proposals prepared ahead of the announcement. Measures for salaried individuals and documented businesses are expected to form a key part of the budget. On the instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, relief for salaried taxpayers is likely to be included. Sources said the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has allowed relief for the salaried class in the budget. Significant progress was also reported during the final round of budget-related talks with the IMF. A new fixed tax scheme for traders is expected to be…

Iran said on Friday that it had not reached a final decision on a possible agreement with Washington after US President Donald Trump announced a “great settlement” to end the war. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Tehran had yet to reach a final conclusion on any agreement, despite Trump’s assertion that a deal could be signed in Europe within days. The Tasnim news agency noted that Trump had declared an agreement imminent 38 times during the previous two months. It added that until Iran formally announces any potential understanding, statements by Trump on the matter should be viewed in the same…

Google has unveiled a special Doodle on its homepage to mark the opening day of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, highlighting one of the biggest events in international women’s cricket. The colourful and animated illustration reflects the excitement, skill and spirit of women’s cricket and has attracted the attention of cricket followers around the world. Users visiting the search engine’s homepage are greeted by a cricket-themed design featuring stumps, bails and a ball in shades of pink, replacing the traditional logo to celebrate the tournament. The Doodle description states: “The 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is here.…