China’s new laser satellite five times faster than Starlink. Chinese scientists have successfully transmitted data from space to Earth at a staggering 1Gbps speed—five times faster than Starlink—using a low-powered 2-watt laser from a satellite in geostationary orbit 36,000 kilometers above the Earth. The experiment, led by Professor Wu Jian of the Peking University of […]
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Pakistan wants to expand its ties with US in all sectors, says Aurangzeb
Pakistan wants to expand its ties with US in all sectors, says Aurangzeb. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb maintained on Tuesday that Pakistan wanted to further expand its ties with the USA, not only in trade but also in all sectors. Speaking at a function in Islamabad, he said the country’s […]
ICC faces criticism over Jay Shah-focused WTC final montage
ICC faces criticism over Jay Shah-focused WTC final montage. The ICC chairman, Jay Shah, likes to grab the limelight more than some players, and the latest evidence came after the ICC shared a video package highlighting the final-day drama of the recently concluded World Test Championship final between Australia and South Africa, with Shah seemingly […]
Trump urges Tehran evacuation as Iran-Israel conflict enters fifth day
Trump urges Tehran evacuation as Iran-Israel conflict enters fifth day. Israel and Iran continue to attack each other for a fifth straight day on Tuesday, and U.S. President Donald Trump urged Iranians to leave Tehran, citing what he said was the country’s rejection of a deal to curb nuclear weapons development. G7 leaders call for […]
Dar denies Pakistan threatened nuclear action against Israel
Dar denies Pakistan threatened nuclear action against Israel. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has clarified Pakistan’s defense readiness and nuclear capabilities amid rising tensions in the region, declaring that any hostile move against Pakistan will be met with a strong and immediate response. Addressing the Senate on Monday, Dar said, “Anyone […]
Israeli airstrike hits Iran’s state TV, radio in Tehran
Israeli airstrike hits Iran’s state TV, radio in Tehran. In a horrific escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran, the Israeli Air Force on Monday bombed the headquarters of Iran’s state radio and television broadcaster, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), during a live TV broadcast. The unprecedented strike, which targeted the IRIB complex […]
Asim Azhar asks fans to stop chanting Merub’s name at live concert
Asim Azhar asks fans to stop chanting Merub’s name at live concert. Renowned Pakistani singer Asim Azhar has gently requested fans to stop chanting his ex-fiancée Merub Ali’s name at his live concert. A video is circulating on social media in which some ill-mannered guys can be seen repeatedly calling her Merub’s name during the […]
Budget 2025-26: Punjab government approves hike in salaries, pensions
Punjab government approves hike in salaries and pensions in Budget 2025-26. The Punjab Assembly on Monday approved a 10 per cent increase in the salaries of government employees and a 5 per cent hike in pensions for retired officials as part of the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. The decision, announced by Finance […]