China, Tanzania reaffirm ties, pledge deeper cooperation
DAR ES SALAAM: China and Tanzania have reaffirmed their longstanding friendship and pledged to deepen cooperation across development, infrastructure, and people-to-people exchanges, as senior leaders from both countries met in Tanzania’s commercial capital. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remarks during a meeting with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan in Dar es Salaam on […]
Sindh’s Coastal Communities Hit Hard as Crab Exports to China Remain Suspended
By KAMRAN KHAMISO KHOWAJA THATTA: The suspension of crab exports to China has triggered a severe economic crisis for fishing communities along Sindh’s coastline, particularly in Thatta, Badin, Karachi, and Sujawal districts, where thousands of families depend on crab harvesting as a primary source of income. For the past several weeks, the supply of crabs […]
Four militants killed in security forces operation in Lakki Marwat
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Security forces killed four militants and injured three others during a search and clearance operation in the Baitani mountain range of Lakki Marwat, officials said on Saturday. The operation was launched following intelligence reports about the presence of militants in the area. Sources said the militants opened fire when security personnel approached […]
Shaheed Malik Israr Group Secures President, Vice President Seats in Attock District Bar Elections
By MS BOKHARI ATTOCK : The annual elections of the District Bar Association Attock for the year 2026–27 concluded after a closely contested race, with the Shaheed Malik Israr Advocate Group securing the key offices of President and Vice President, according to official results announced by the Election Commission. For the post of President, Rabnawaz […]
Doctors protest MTI status for Saidu Teaching Hospital, OPD services boycotted in Swat
By SYED SHAHABDDIN SWAT: Doctors and paramedical staff in Swat have launched a strong protest against the government’s decision to declare Saidu Teaching Hospital a Medical Teaching Institution (MTI). On Saturday, OPD services were boycotted, causing serious difficulties for patients. Protest leaders have also announced that the next course of action will be unveiled on […]
Jaecoo J5 hybrid SUV prices announced in Pakistan
KARACHI: Nexgen Auto has announced the official introductory ex-factory prices of the Jaecoo J5 SHS HEV in Pakistan, expanding its hybrid SUV offerings in the local market. According to the company, the Jaecoo J5 SHS HEV Comfort has been priced at Rs. 6,699,000, while the higher-end Jaecoo J5 SHS HEV Premium has been listed at […]
Pakistan develops five advanced ginger breeding lines
ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 — Pakistan has developed five advanced ginger breeding lines, marking a breakthrough in efforts to establish domestic cultivation after decades of reliance on imports. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on foreign supply and move toward self-sufficiency in a crop that was previously not grown locally. Dr Muhammad Iqbal, Principal Scientist and […]
Two-day KP-RIISP monitoring framework workshop concludes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
A two-day workshop on the Monitoring Framework of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Rural Investment and Institutional Support Project (KP-RIISP) was organized by the M&E Consultants – CSRD to strengthen institutional understanding of project results indicators, measurement protocols, and real-time monitoring mechanisms. KP-RIISP is a World Bank–supported project being implemented by the KP Government and designed to […]
Pakistan Navy flotilla visits Oman during overseas deployment
ISLAMABAD: A Pakistan Navy flotilla comprising PNS Rah Naward (sail ship), PNS Madadgar and the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency ship PMSS Kashmir has visited Port Sultan Qaboos in Muscat as part of an overseas deployment, the Directorate General Public Relations (Navy) said on Saturday. According to the Navy, the ships were warmly received by Omani […]
Wedding vehicle plunges into ravine in Swat, two children killed, five injured
By Syed Shahabuddin Swat: At least two children were killed and five others injured when a pickup vehicle carrying wedding guests plunged into a deep ravine in the Chinar area of Kokarai, Swat district, police said on Sunday. According to officials at Kokarai Police Station, the accident occurred in the upper reaches of Chinar when […]