Xi calls for nationwide participation in tree planting to strengthen ecological protection
Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for mobilising society-wide participation in tree-planting efforts, emphasising that environmental protection requires collective responsibility and sustained action. Xi made the remarks while taking…
Chinese assets draw investor attention as global markets face volatility
Beijing: Chinese assets have gained attention from investors amid rising geopolitical tensions and volatility in global financial markets, with analysts pointing to their relative stability compared to major international indices.…
Afghan Taliban-linked militant arrested, cross-border terror network exposed in Balochistan
Quetta: Balochistan’s provincial authorities have announced the arrest of an Afghan Taliban-linked militant, claiming to have exposed a cross-border terrorism network operating along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. In a joint press…
Virtual University successfully conducts nationwide IT skills test for over 40,000 students
Islamabad: The Virtual University of Pakistan has conducted a nationwide IT skills competency test for more than 40,000 students, as part of a national initiative to assess graduate readiness and…
Peshawar bans photocopy shops, guides near exam centres to curb cheating in SSC exams
Peshawar: The district administration has imposed Section 144 in Peshawar during SSC exams 2026, banning micro-photocopy shops and the sale of guides near examination centres to prevent cheating. According to…
Gold price in Pakistan holds steady at Rs490,362 per tola on April 5
Karachi: Gold price in Pakistan remained unchanged on April 5, 2026, with 24-karat gold holding at Rs490,362 per tola in the local market, showing stability after recent gains driven by…
A New Era for Makran Medical College in Balochistan: A Milestone in Education, Training, and Healthcare Facilities
Recent developments in Balochistan’s educational and healthcare landscape reflect a positive and historic moment that has not only strengthened the province’s medical system but also opened new opportunities for young…
New Zealand offers fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students at Lincoln University for 2026–2027
Islamabad: New Zealand offers scholarships for Pakistani students through Lincoln University for the 2026–2027 academic year, with funding of up to NZ$10,000 available for undergraduate and master’s programmes. The Lincoln…
Hajj 2026 flights from Pakistan to start April 18 as new Lahore route added
Islamabad: Hajj 2026 flights from Pakistan will begin on April 18, with the government finalising arrangements for 180,000 pilgrims and introducing a new Lahore route to improve travel access, Federal…
Iranian media claims UAE has joined war against Iran
Tehran: Iranian state media has claimed that the United Arab Emirates has joined the ongoing conflict against Iran, though the assertion has not been independently verified. According to Iran’s state…
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