ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended an invitation to Chinese investors to establish industries in Pakistan, underscoring China’s vital role in Pakistan’s economic development. Chairing a high-level review meeting focused on enhancing Pakistan-China cooperation across various sectors, the premier emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral economic relations. The meeting included discussions on proposals to deepen collaboration between the two nations. Highlighting the potential in agriculture, information technology, and energy, Prime Minister Sharif expressed a desire to boost Pakistani exports to China. He assured Chinese industrialists and investors of comprehensive support, including robust security measures for Chinese residents in Pakistan, reflecting…
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Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
The United Nations Security Council has called for an urgent meeting in response to a deadly Israeli airstrike on Palestinians displaced persons camp in Rafah, located in southern Gaza. The closed-door session was requested by Algeria, a current non-permanent member of the council. Rafah, situated near the Gaza-Egypt border, has long been a focal point of conflict and humanitarian crises. The recent Israeli airstrike has only exacerbated the already dire situation, further endangering civilians trapped in the midst of violence. While the exact toll of casualties remains unconfirmed, initial reports suggest significant harm to the vulnerable population residing in the…
PESHAWAR: Citizens of Peshawar on Tuesday closed Peshawar Motorway for traffic to protest against prolonged electricity outages in the provincial capital and its outskirts. As per reports, a huge number of protesters from Akbarpur and Badhai areas, resulted in the closure of Motorway M1 from Peshawar Toll Plaza to Charsadda Interchange. Authorities, including Peshawar Motorway Police and district administration officials, intervened by initiating negotiations with the demonstrators to bring an end to the blockade. Earlier, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, accompanied by Energy Minister Awais Leghari and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, addressed the issue of electricity shortages in…
LAHORE: The Central General Council of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) convened to choose a new president following Shehbaz Sharif’s resignation that paves the way for Nawaz Sharif’s return to the presidency. Rana Sanaullah, the PML-N Punjab President, has affirmed the unanimous support within the party for Nawaz Sharif’s reinstatement as its chief and likely to elected president unopposed. A total of 11 nomination papers have been submitted to appoint Nawaz Sharif as the party president, with submissions coming from top officials representing the four provinces, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Nomination papers will be received today at the Party Secretariat…
LAHORE: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) approved a nine-day physical remand for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi in connection with eight cases related to the events of 9 May. Judge Khalid Arshad of the ATC Lahore issued a protective verdict, instructing that the investigation report on Shah Mehmood Qureshi be submitted by June 5. The court mandated that Qureshi be interrogated via video link. According to the investigating officer, Qureshi released videos and messages on social media, and all related material has been sent to a forensic lab for analysis.
RAWALPINDI: On the occasion of Takbeer Day, May 28, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and the chiefs of the three armed services extended their congratulations to the nation. As stated by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) department of the Pakistan Army, the military leaders highlighted the significance of Takbeer Day, commemorating Pakistan’s successful nuclear tests in 1998. These tests established a minimal deterrence power balance in the region. The ISPR conveyed that the armed forces’ chiefs paid tribute to the nation’s achievement, acknowledging the challenges overcome to realize this milestone. They lauded the scientists, engineers, and officials…
ISLAMABAD: Two helicopters from the Pakistan Army Aviation were deployed on Monday to assist in extinguishing fires across four different locations in the Margalla Hills National Park. The successful firefighting operation was achieved through close coordination between the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). According to an NDMA spokesperson, the helicopters, along with those provided by the NDMA, were instrumental in combating fires at multiple sites within the national park. Despite challenges posed by limited ground accessibility, the 6th Aviation Squadron and the Pakistan Army worked together to bring the fires under…
The business community in Faisalabad has initiated legal proceedings against Dr. Affan Qaiser, a renowned Transplant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist in Pakistan. They allege that his controversial statement regarding injected watermelons has incited widespread panic and substantial financial losses. The Faisalabad Traders Association has submitted an application to file a case at the Ghulam Muhammad Police Station. Dr. Affan’s social media post, wherein he suggested that watermelons were being injected with harmful substances, rapidly circulated, instilling fear among the public. The petition lodged by the traders asserts that his remarks have caused chaos, significantly impacting both traders and property owners. They…
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir on Sunday extended deep condolences with Iranian military leadership over the sad demise of President Ebrahim Raisi, and other important officials in helicopter crash on May 19. In a telephone call with Chief of General Staff of Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri, General Asim Munir expressed deep grief over the sad and unfortunate incident of helicopter which led to demise of the Iranian President, the Foreign Minister and other high officials. In his conversation, the COAS expressed that Late Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir Abdollahian were exceptional leaders and…
KARACHI: Veteran Pakistani actor Talat Hussain passed away in Karachi after a prolonged illness, confirmed by Karachi Arts Council President Ahmed Shah on Sunday. Hussain, known for his extensive career in radio, television, and cinema, had been undergoing treatment in a private hospital. Born in 1940 in New Dehli, Talat Hussain was a prominent figure in Pakistani entertainment. He started his acting career in 167 with Pakistan state-run television PTV. He was a household name in the entertainment industry. He was married to Professor Rakhshanda Hussain and was a father of three children — two daughters and one son. Hussain’s…
