Gold rates in Pakistan remain steady at Rs517,000 per tola
ISLAMABAD — Gold rates in Pakistan held steady on Monday, February 23, 2026, with 24-karat gold priced at Rs517,000 per tola in the local bullion market, according to market data…
Security forces kill five militants in intelligence-based operation in Pishin: ISPR
RAWALPINDI — Pakistan security forces killed five suspected militants during an intelligence-based operation in Pishin district of Balochistan on February 22, according to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations…
CBD Punjab reviews NSIT City and CBD Walk as development enters key phase
LAHORE — The Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab) has accelerated work on two of its flagship projects, NSIT City and CBD Walk, following site inspections by Chief Executive Officer…
Use of mango bag likely to hit 10m in 2026 as export prices jump 70%
ISLAMABAD, Feb 23 (ABC): The use of the mango bag is likely to hit nearly 10 million in 2026 as export prices jump around 70% for protected fruit, reflecting growing…
Ministry proposes Labour Market Research Cell to boost overseas employment planning
ISLAMABAD, Feb 23 (ABC): The Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OP&HRD) has proposed the establishment of a Labour Market Research Cell (LMRC) to strengthen evidence-based policymaking in…
Board of Peace Without Clarity
The inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington unfolded with grandeur but little clarity, leaving more questions than answers about its true purpose. While the gathering drew representatives…
AI-powered virtual technologies transform Chinese filmmaking
HANGZHOU: China’s film industry is rapidly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual production technologies, reshaping how movies are made and boosting efficiency. At an AI virtual film base in Deqing,…
China’s pragmatic approach boosts its soft power appeal
by Maya Majueran As global uncertainties deepen, influence is shifting away from ideological appeal toward the credibility of concrete actions. Countries today are increasingly seeking partners that can deliver real…
Glass-blowing craft thrives in China’s Qixian County
TAIYUAN: The centuries-old art of glass-blowing, introduced to China from the Middle East, has flourished in Qixian County, Shanxi Province, where it has evolved into a vibrant specialty industry with…
South Sudan and China pledge deeper oil cooperation, expand educational exchanges
JUBA: South Sudan and China have reaffirmed their strategic partnership, pledging to strengthen cooperation in the oil sector and expand educational exchanges. The commitment was made during a meeting in…
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