BEIJING: A Chinese research team has realized the fractional quantum anomalous Hall state of photons for the first time by using an independently developed quantum experimental system, the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) said on Monday. Previously, the fractional quantum anomalous Hall state, a bizarre quantum phenomenon, was mostly observed in electrons. But the USTC research team uses photons to simulate it. This breakthrough in quantum simulation technology is expected to propel advancements in quantum physics research and quantum computing, said Pan Jianwei, a renowne ..read more

After much anticipation and speculation, fans of ‘Parizaad’ can rejoice as the second season of the beloved show has been officially confirmed to air next year. Based on the acclaimed novel of the same name, ‘Parizaad’ featured the talented actor Ahmed Ali Akbar in the titular role, portraying the journey of a college student striving to achieve his dreams. The drama made its debut in July 2021, concluding with a theatrical finale on January 28, 2022, before its television premiere on February 1, 2022. Praised by both critics and viewers, the show garnered attention for its departure from con ..read more

In a touching encounter that bridged generations of cricket aficionados, Pakistan’s youngest vlogger, Muhammad Shiraz of Shirazi Village Vlogs fame, had the delightful opportunity to meet one of the nation’s cricketing legends, Shoaib Akhtar. Shiraz, renowned for his captivating content and infectious personality, had previously declared Akhtar as his favorite cricketer. Shortly thereafter, the cricket icon extended a personal invitation to the five-year-old to visit him at his residence. Shiraz documented this exciting rendezvous on his YouTube channel in a video titled “I Met Shoaib Akhtar ..read more

The computer science paper for 9th grade purportedly surfaced on social media on the day of the exam. A spokesperson from the Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) stated that they are presently unable to verify the authenticity of the paper circulating on social media. Examinations for both grade 9 and 10 commenced today. The chairman of BSEK has advised students against bringing mobile phones to the exam hall, cautioning that any violations will result in confiscation. In the morning session, science group papers are being administered, with general group papers scheduled for the seco ..read more

During a dinner hosted by Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti in Quetta, President Zardari emphasized the importance of dialogue in addressing the myriad issues faced by Balochistan. Zardari’s comments were made during his three-day visit to Balochistan, marking his first official trip to the province since assuming the presidency for the second time. Ahead of his visit, it was reported that the president would receive briefings on the overall law and order situation and development projects in the province. Accompanied by CM Bugti and newly appointed Governor Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, Preside ..read more

PESHAWAR: An accusation has been leveled against Malik Tariq Awan, a member of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), for purportedly assaulting a servant at the guest house of Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI)-backed Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) MNA Asif Khan in Peshawar. Police have reported that a case has been registered against the PML-N MPA on behalf of Asif’s servant, with charges including terrorism among others. As per the initial police report (FIR), a group of about 20 individuals, led by Awan, allegedly entered the guest house and subjected the victim to physical abuse. “At least f ..read more

LONDON: The UK police have ceased their investigation into the acid attack on Shahzad Akbar, the former federal minister and ex-adviser to deposed prime minister Imran Khan, which occurred last year. A police source affiliated with counter-terrorism policing stated, “We have exhausted all avenues of inquiry and have been unable to ascertain any suspects.” In November 2023, Akbar alleged that an unidentified individual had thrown acid on him at his residence in the UK, resulting in injuries to one side of his face and body. The Hertfordshire Constabulary, responsible for policing Hertfordshir ..read more

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir’s departure for Ireland has been postponed until his visa issues resolve, according to the team management. The Pakistan team is set to leave for Ireland tomorrow but Amir won’t accompany them. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is hopeful that Amir’s visa will be issued soon. Amir will leave for Ireland from the first available flight after his visa process is completed. It is pertinent to note that Amir was banned from international cricket for five years by the International Cricket Council (ICC) along with Mohammad Asif and Salman Butt, in a spot-fixing case in 2 ..read more

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CAIRO: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on Monday informed mediators Qatar and Egypt that his Palestinian fighter group had accepted their proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza after nearly seven months of war. Haniyeh had spoken on the phone with Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and with Egyptian Intelligence Minister Abbas Kamel, “and informed them of Hamas’s approval of their proposal regarding a ceasefire agreement”, the group said in a statement published on its official website. A senior Hamas official, however, stressed that “this does not mean that the ceasefire h ..read more