China Becomes Key Conduit for Western Cars into Russia, Despite Sanctions Tens of thousands of vehicles from Western and Japanese automakers are finding their way into Russia via complex, gray-market schemes routed through China, according to recent data and interviews with industry insiders. This trend highlights the challenges of enforcing sanctions imposed after the 2022 … Read more
China-Pakistan Livestock Collaboration: A New Era for CPEC 2.0 A recent wave of cooperation between China and Pakistan signals a significant boost for the bilateral livestock industry. Following a visit to Pakistan from January 19 to 24, coinciding with the 2026 China-Pakistan Agriculture Investment Conference, substantive agreements have been reached, injecting fresh momentum into this … Read more
Basant, a vibrant spring celebration in Punjab, extends beyond colorful skies and yellow attire, leaving a lasting cultural imprint on Pakistan. Even during periods when kite flying was restricted, the festival’s essence endured through music, cinema, and popular imagery, preserving a cherished tradition. Cinema as Cultural Archive Punjabi cinema has portrayed Basant not simply as … Read more
President Asif Ali Zardari has issued a strong warning regarding the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan, linking it to recent terrorist attacks within Pakistan. The president accused the Taliban regime of creating conditions “similar to or worse than pre-9/11,” and alleged that neighboring countries are enabling terrorist groups. Recent Attacks and International Response President Zardari’s … Read more
The sisters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan are seeking intervention from the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi, alleging that authorities have not fully complied with previous orders regarding access to his medical reports. Dispute Over Medical Reports Aleema Khanum and Noreen Niazi claim that despite assurances from the CJP last week, … Read more
Islamabad – Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman announced his party’s support for a nationwide protest planned for February 8, aligning with the Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Ain Pakistan’s (TTAP) call for a wheel-jam and shutter-down strike. The move signals a unified opposition stance regarding the 2024 general elections, which all parties involved maintain were rigged. Opposition Unites … Read more
Authorities in Punjab, Pakistan have imposed a ban on kite flying in areas surrounding Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport, effective from midnight Thursday through midnight on February 8th. The measure is intended to ensure the safety of flight operations during the Basant festival, a celebration marking the arrival of spring. Restrictions and Safety Concerns The … Read more
On Tuesday, Faryal Talpur, President of the PPP Women’s Wing, issued a statement regarding Pakistan’s position on the situation in Kashmir. The statement coincided with Kashmir Solidarity Day, an observance of Pakistan’s support for the Kashmiri people. Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Kashmiris Talpur stated that February 5th represents Pakistan’s enduring commitment and historical ties to … Read more
Train services are resuming in phases from Quetta, Pakistan, after a five-day suspension triggered by a series of coordinated attacks in Balochistan. The resumption brings relief to passengers who were stranded when services were halted as a precaution following damage to railway tracks. Security Situation and Service Restoration The suspension followed multiple attacks on January … Read more
Islamabad – A meeting between Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday, February 2, 2026, has resulted in partial resolution of a funding dispute, though significant disagreements remain. While both sides agreed to release funds for merged districts, a request for an additional Rs15 billion to support temporarily displaced persons … Read more