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A labourer loads a block of ice onto a Suzuki pickup at a local ice factory to meet rising demand amid high temperatures
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Regional Advisor Federal Ombudsman Shahid Hussain Jillani visiting Faisalabad Airport for inspection after public complaints regarding mal-administration and poor service delivery at airport and one window facilitation desk
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Great Wall museum opens in north China
SHIJIAZHUANG, Jun 16 (Xinhua/APP): The Shanhaiguan Museum of the Great Wall of China on Sunday opened to the public in the city of Qinhuangdao, north China’s Hebei Province.
A first-tier national museum, it covers 7 hectares and has a floor area of 30,000 square meters, featuring five permanent and three temporary exhibition halls.
Housing over 11,000 cultural artifacts, the museum is a modern, multifunctional hub integrating cultural conservation, exhibition, education, research, and leisure experiences.
Current exhibitions on historical artifacts, Shanhaiguan’s role in the Great Wall, and ancient Chinese armor and weaponry are open to the public.
The museum is dedicated to safeguarding and sharing the heritage of the Great Wall, to advancing its global reach through cultural programs, and to academic cooperation and digital displays, said Guo Ying, deputy curator of the museum.
Meandering over mountain ridges across north China, the Great Wall was built during more than 2,000 years of continuous construction — from the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-221 B.C.) to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The sections of the world wonder that exist today have a total length of over 21,000 km.
China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism has required 15 provinces and municipalities along the Great Wall to formulate specific plans for the construction of a national Great Wall culture park, in accordance with local conditions.
As a key construction area of this future park, Hebei Province is prioritizing four sections of the Great Wall, including the Shanhaiguan Pass in Qinhuangdao.
Interior Minister praises security forces for eliminating Indian-Sponsored Terrorists in KP
ISLAMABAD, Jun 16 (APP):Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has paid tribute to Pakistan’s security forces for their successful operations against Indian-sponsored terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Commending the forces for their professionalism, Naqvi lauded the elimination of five terrorists linked to “Fitna-e-Hindustan” and said the swift operations were a reflection of the forces’ commitment and bravery.
“The timely and effective operations of our security forces have sent five Indian-sponsored terrorists to hell,” said the Interior Minister.
Naqvi expressed pride in the courageous sons of the nation, stating that every Pakistani is proud of the brave security personnel.
“We highly appreciate the successful actions taken against Indian-sponsored terrorists and their facilitators,” he added.
The Interior Minister stressed that the fate of all terrorists and their supporters would be a humiliating death and affirmed that, with the full support of the nation, all such elements would be eliminated.
“With the nation’s support, we will wipe out Indian-sponsored terrorism completely,” Naqvi said.
Princess Kako visits Iguacu Falls as visit to Brazil ends
SAO PAULO, Jun 16 (Kyodo/APP): Japan’s Princess Kako, a niece of Emperor Naruhito, visited Brazil’s Iguacu Falls on Sunday, wrapping up her official visit to the South American nation that marked 130 years of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
The younger daughter of Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko learned about the nature preservation efforts at the national park that encompasses the falls.
The 30-year-old departed Sao Paulo on Sunday night and is scheduled to return to Japan on Tuesday.
In the city of Foz do Iguacu on Saturday, the princess met with first-generation Japanese immigrants, including 98-year-old Shime Nakamura, who worked as both a farmer and tour guide since arriving in the country following World War II.
“It filled my heart with emotion to see her come all the way to Brazil,” said Nakamura, a native of Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan.
Brazil is home to the world’s largest Japanese immigrant community, made up of approximately 2.7 million people.
Princess Kako visited eight Brazilian cities from June 5, attending commemorative events, paying a courtesy call on President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and meeting Japanese immigrants at each stop.
Brazil is home to the world’s largest Japanese immigrant community, made up of approximately 2.7 million people.
Princess Kako visited eight Brazilian cities from June 5, attending commemorative events, paying a courtesy call on President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and meeting Japanese immigrants at each stop.
Govt committed for advancing global scientific collaboration: Ahsan Iqbal
ISLAMABAD, Jun 16 (APP):Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment for contributing to the global scientific commons with dignity, discipline, and determination, emphasizing the country’s resolve to share its knowledge and expertise on the international stage.
Addressing the 50th International Nathiagali Summer College (INSC), the minister lauded the platform for fostering scientific exchange, inspiring generations of physicists, and strengthening bonds between nations through the universal language of science.
“Nathiagali Summer College is a jewel in Pakistan’s scientific crown and a shining testament to our dedication to knowledge, inquiry, and global cooperation,” Ahsan Iqbal said, adding that it symbolizes the spirit of international scientific collaboration.
Reflecting on the transformative power of science and technology, he stated, “Throughout history, few forces have reshaped humanity more profoundly — from the domestication of crops to the industrial revolution, from electricity to the digital age, and now into the domains of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Each leap has redefined the way we live, think, and connect with each other.”
“In today’s techno-economic era, knowledge is power, data is currency, and innovation is national security,” he remarked. “Those who lead in science will lead the world. Those who lag will be left behind.”
As the world faces pressing global challenges — including climate change, the ethical implications of AI, pandemics, and water scarcity — Iqbal underscored the urgent need for critical thinking, interdisciplinary research, and ethical innovation. “We must usher in a new intellectual renaissance — one grounded in faith, reason, and responsibility,” he said.
Highlighting Pakistan’s recent scientific advancements, the minister announced the approval of two major initiatives by the Planning Commission. The first is the Dr. A.Q. Khan Materials Research Institute, established in collaboration with the University of Cambridge, which will focus on frontier research in advanced materials vital for energy, security, and high-tech manufacturing.
Additionally, the NILOP–PIEAS Emerging Technologies Center, with an investment of Rs. 3.385 billion, has been approved to build national capacity in Industry 4.0 and 5.0 technologies. The center will specialize in robotics, artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing, and digital transformation.
A young girl buys a tempting, colorful Ice Gola from a street vendor during the summer heat
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A nomad family travels on a motorcycle cart, relocating in search of relief from the ongoing heatwave as temperatures soar in the city
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RDA workers install plant pots along a roadside bridge as part of a beautification and greening drive in the twin cities
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Children dangerously cross railway tracks in a residential area near railway tarck as a train approaches in the background, posing a serious risk of mishap urging immediate safety action by authorities
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