. BEIJING: Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Saturday called for a transformative Pakistan-China partnership in technical and vocational education, emphasizing that Pakistan’s massive youth population can become a globally competitive workforce through modern skills training and internationally recognized certifications. Addressing a TVET Symposium in Beijing, the minister said Pakistan…
. ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari said the federal government, in collaboration with provincial governments, remained committed to policies that expand digital access and improve connectivity across the country. In a message on World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, he said, “I extend my greetings to Pakistan’s telecommunications community and all those working to strengthen…
PM aide says constitutional reforms will only be pursued after consensus among all political stakeholders is reached Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah. SCREENGRAB Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah pushed back on Saturday against speculation of an imminent constitutional amendment, saying no such move would proceed without broad political consensus…
. US President Donald Trump delivers remarks in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 8, 2026. REUTERS LAGOS: A senior Islamic State group leader, described as “the most active terrorist in the world”, has been killed in a joint operation by US and Nigerian forces in the west African…
Technical fault causes heavy smoke inside moving Metro bus, one passenger injured Metro Bus Lahore. PHOTO: FILE RAWALPINDI: Panic gripped passengers travelling in a Metro bus after a technical fault caused heavy smoke to spread inside the moving vehicle and on the track near Faizabad. Frightened passengers started breaking emergency exit windows after a slight…
Wang Yi calls Beijing talks historic; outlines strategic stability ,cooperation and managed competition Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks as he meets with Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at Government House, in Bangkok, Thailand, April 24, 2026. Royal Thai Government via Reuters China has described the recent summit between President Xi Jinping and United States…
Fatima Sana will lead Pakistan women’s team in the tri-series in Ireland and the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales, the PCB announced today. The Women’s National Selection Committee has named a 15-member squad for both tournaments. Pakistan will feature in a tri-series in Ireland, where hosts Ireland and West…
The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford also part of Iran war. PHOTO: PETE HEGSETH X The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford returned home on Saturday after an extended 11-month deployment that included operations in the Iran war and support for the mission that led to the capture of former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro….
Noted Brahui and Baloch poet, author, and assistant professor killed by unidentified armed men Prominent Balochistan litterateur Professor Muhammad Khan, popularly known as Ghamkhwar Hayat penned many books. PHOTO: FACEBOOK QUETTA: Prominent Balochistan litterateur Professor Muhammad Khan, popularly known as Ghamkhwar Hayat, was killed in a targeted attack on Saturday on the outskirts of Nushki….
Chaos reigns in Serie A once again as a row with security authorities in Rome left Champions League chasers Roma wondering when they would play their derby clash with Lazio, while crisis-club AC Milan desperately try to avoid dropping out of the top four. Roma, in fifth, will face their local rivals at midday (1000GMT)…