China warns US that any attempt to make Taiwan independent will trigger military action

Jun 14, 2022, at 04:49 am

Beijing: China has warned the US that any attempt to make Taiwan, a region which has been engaged in a dispute with Beijing for a long time, independent  will trigger military action.

China's halt of Taiwanese grouper violates trade rules: COA chief Chen Chi-Chung

Jun 14, 2022, at 04:26 am

Taipei: Taiwan’s Council of Agriculture (COA) Chief Chen Chi-Chung on Saturday said China has violated international trade rules after it decided to suspend the imports of grouper fish from his country.

Former Chinese top general's daughter slams Xi Jinping administration over Zero-COVID Policy

Jun 14, 2022, at 04:18 am

Beijing: Daughter of a former top Chinese general has targeted President Xi Jinping-led government over the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pakistan: Protest held in Sindh against 'missing' Baloch students

Jun 14, 2022, at 12:37 am

Islamabad: A protest was held outside the Sindh Assembly on Sunday over the alleged kidnapping of two Baloch students of University of Karachi by law enforcement agencies.

Afghanistan: Explosion in Kunar leaves one Taliban member dead

Jun 13, 2022, at 10:41 pm

Kunar: An explosion rocked Kunar province in Afghanistan left a Taliban dead and six others injured, media reports said on Monday.

Pakistan Finance Minister Miftah Ismail says IMF unhappy with income tax move

Jun 12, 2022, at 08:22 pm

Islamabad: Pakistan's Finance Minister Miftah Ismail has said that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed dissatisfaction over the country's budget, The News reported on Sunday.

Car blast kills 6 people in Kabul

Jun 12, 2022, at 12:57 pm

Kabul/UNI: At least six people were killed and two others were injured in a car explosion in the Afghan capital, eyewitnesses told Sputnik.

UN human rights experts urge China to allow them ‘full access’

Jun 12, 2022, at 03:05 am

New York: Dozens of independent UN human rights experts on Friday urged the Chinese Government to “cooperate fully” with the UN human rights system over abuse allegations, and grant them “unhindered access – particularly to prisons and detention centres.

Pakistan: Total public debt crossed Rs44 trillion by end of Imran Khan-led PTI term

Jun 11, 2022, at 11:48 pm

Islamabad: The Pakistan Economic Survey 2021-22 data released recently showed the total public debt stood at Rs44,366 billion at the end of March 2022, having ballooned by Rs4,500bn over the first nine months of the outgoing fiscal year, showcasing the troubles created by former PM Imran Khan's regime, media reports said.

Pakistan: Punjab canal system faces 75pc water shortage

Jun 11, 2022, at 11:46 pm

Lahore:  The canal system in Punjab is currently facing 75 percent of water shortage as the Pakistani province was supplied 53,100 cusecs of water against the required amount of  127,800 cusecs on Thursday.

Shehbaz Sharif episode: Pakistani jailed in Saudi for sloganeering at Masjid-e-Nabwi

Jun 11, 2022, at 11:43 pm

Riyadh: A Saudi court has sentenced a Pakistani national to three years in prison as he chanted slogans against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his entourage in Madina.

Nike plans to deactivate Run Club app in China

Jun 11, 2022, at 02:42 am

Beijing: Apparel and lifestyle brand Nike is planning to  deactivate its Run Club app in China.

Chinese police stop Tesla cars on specific routes in Sichuan province since Xi's visit

Jun 11, 2022, at 02:18 am

Chengdu, China: Chinese authorities have not allowed the movement of US-based Tesla cars on specific routes in China’s Sichuan since President Xi Jinping visited the province recently.

China aims to enter Bangladesh government's High Speed Rail Network project: Reports

Jun 11, 2022, at 02:12 am

Beijing/Dhaka: The Chinese government is aiming to construct a high-speed rail network in Bangladesh, media reports said on Friday.

China targeting to expand influence in South-Pacific

Jun 11, 2022, at 01:34 am

Beijing: China is aiming to expand its influence and power over the South-Pacific and keeping thai in mind Beijing has implemented nearly 500 complete plant projects and concessional loan projects to deepen its comprehensive strategic partnership with the Pacific Island Countries.

Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf is not on a ventilator: Family members

Jun 11, 2022, at 12:33 am

Islamabad: Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's family on Friday clarified that he is not on a ventilator as news of the demise started circulating in the media.

Pakistan: Police stop TV anchor Aamir Liaquat's burial before autopsy

Jun 10, 2022, at 08:50 pm

Islamabad: Police have stopped the burial of politician and entertainer Aamir Liaquat, demanding the completion of an autopsy, Express Tribune reported on Friday.

Pakistan: Allies show ‘full confidence’ in PM Shehbaz

Jun 10, 2022, at 05:02 pm

Islamabad/UNI: The ruling coalition in Pakistan has expressed full confidence in Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, a day before the announcement of the new government's first budget, Dawn reported.

IMF asks Pakistan govt to reopen CPEC deals

Jun 10, 2022, at 05:40 am

Islamabad: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked Pakistan’s government to renegotiate the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) energy deals before making payments of around Rs 300 billion to the Chinese power plants, making things tough for Islamabad, media reports said on Thursday.

US approves possible 120mln USD arms sale to maintain Taiwan warships: Pentagon

Jun 10, 2022, at 05:03 am

Washington/UNI/Sputnik: The US has approved a possible $120 million sale of ship spare parts and related equipment to Taiwan, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement.

China targets French lawmakers for Taiwan trip

Jun 10, 2022, at 12:32 am

Beijing/UNI/Sputnik: China criticised on Thursday the recent visit of a group of French lawmakers to Taiwan for sending misleading signals to the territory seeking independence from Beijing.

Afghanistan: Taliban arrests model over 'insulting sacred value'

Jun 10, 2022, at 12:26 am

Kabul: Taliban has arrested an Afghan model and social media influencer Ajmal Haqiqi for allegedly "insulting Islamic sacred value" as the model, along with three others, had reportedly used the verses of Quran in a "humorous manner" in a video.

‘Great progress’ being made bringing Da’esh/ISIL terrorists to justice, Security Council hears

Jun 10, 2022, at 12:22 am

New York: Crimes committed by the Da’esh terror network in Iraq constitute some of the “most gruesome acts we have seen in recent history”, the UN Special Advisor reminded the Security Council on Wednesday.

Pakistan: Popular TV host and politician Aamir Liaquat dies

Jun 09, 2022, at 11:27 pm

Karachi: Pakistan's former Member of National Assembly (MNA) and television host Aamir Liaquat died in Karachi city on Thursday, media reports said.

Pakistan: Hindu temple attacked in Karachi

Jun 09, 2022, at 11:20 pm

Karachi: Miscreants attacked a Hindu temple in Pakistan's Karachi city and destroyed the statue of the deity on Wednesday.

Pakistan: Security guard 'rapes' Swedish woman in Islamabad

Jun 09, 2022, at 10:32 pm

Islamabad: A Swedish woman, who is working for an international organization in Pakistan, alleged she was raped by her guard in Islamabad city, media reports said on Thursday.

Power cuts in Sri Lanka after key union goes on strike

Jun 09, 2022, at 08:43 pm

Colombo/UNI: Large parts of Sri Lanka have been hit by severe power cuts on Thursday after a power sector union went on strike, Khaleej Times reported.

Pakistan: Rallies staged in Peshawar, Swabi over electricity, gas outrages

Jun 09, 2022, at 03:38 am

Peshawar, Pakistan: Traders, transporters, CNG station owners and people from other walks of life recently protested in Pakistani cities of Peshawar and Swabi against the excessive power and gas cuts and demanded the government to ensure an immediate smooth supply of electricity and natural gas.

Pakistan: Police torture students for taking part in rally in Gujranwala

Jun 09, 2022, at 03:35 am

Gujranwala, Pakistan: Pakistani police recently allegedly tortured students of a private college for taking part in a students' rally in Gujranwala.

Pakistan: Mansehra residents warn of protests over water shortage

Jun 09, 2022, at 03:32 am

Islamabad: Residents of Mansehra city in Pakistan have accused the Tehsil Municipal Administration of failing to ensure smooth water supply and warned the administration to stage street protests if their demands for proper water supply are not met within a week.