The Asian Mirror

09/01/2026

As the new year 2026 begins, WhatsApp is enhancing its group chat experience with new features for messaging, collaboration, and social interaction. Whether you’re sharing holiday plans, coordinating team events, or connecting with family and friends, these updates make staying in touch more fun, personalized, and efficient.

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https://theasianmirror.com/sci-tech/76410/whatsapp-2026-member-tags-text-stickers-and-event-reminders-for-smarter-group-chats/

Discover WhatsApp’s new 2026 group chat features, including customizable member tags, text stickers, and event reminders to enhance messaging, collaboration, and social interaction.

09/01/2026

Lil Tay, now known as Tay Tian, is an American-Canadian internet personality and rapper who rose to prominence at a very young age.

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https://theasianmirror.com/latest/76405/lil-tay-tay-tian-life-career-and-viral-fame/

Lil Tay, now Tay Tian, is an American-Canadian internet personality and rapper who rose to fame as a child. Learn about her viral career, fake death rumors, health battles, and OnlyFans success.

09/01/2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to submit a detailed report following allegations of large-scale tree cutting in Islamabad, which has sparked widespread protests and backlash from citizens and environmental activists.

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https://theasianmirror.com/leadstories/76402/pm-shehbaz-sharif-seeks-cda-report-on-tree-cutting-in-islamabad-amid-public-protests/

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif orders CDA to report on large-scale tree cutting in Islamabad, as citizens and environmentalists raise concerns over green cover and urban deforestation.

09/01/2026

A sweeping US sanctions proposal backed by President Donald Trump could trigger severe China tariffs, potentially reaching 500 percent, over Beijing’s continued imports of Russian oil and uranium, escalating global trade tensions linked to the Ukraine war.

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https://theasianmirror.com/top-stories/76393/trump-backed-bill-could-trigger-500-china-tariffs-over-russian-oil-imports/

A Trump-approved sanctions bill may impose China tariffs of up to 500% over Beijing’s continued imports of Russian oil, escalating global trade tensions.

09/01/2026

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has finalized the Information Memorandum (IM) for the upcoming 5G spectrum auction, sources told The Asian Mirror, marking a major procedural milestone ahead of the launch of next-generation mobile services in the country.

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Pakistan Telecommunication Authority finalizes the Information Memorandum for the 5G spectrum auction, outlining auction rules, spectrum bands, and policy framework.

09/01/2026

Xi Jinping daughter Xi Mingze has largely remained out of public view despite being part of one of the world’s most powerful political families.

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https://theasianmirror.com/latest/76388/xi-jinping-daughter-xi-mingze-private-life-education-and-family-background/

09/01/2026

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has launched a laptop distribution scheme for blind and visually impaired students enrolled in recognized educational institutions across the province.

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https://theasianmirror.com/top-stories/76382/kp-government-launches-laptop-scheme-for-blind-and-visually-impaired-students/

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government introduces a laptop scheme for blind and visually impaired students studying in recognized institutions. Apply online via swkpk.gov.pk.

08/01/2026

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has launched a laptop distribution scheme for blind and visually impaired students enrolled in recognized educational institutions across the province.

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https://theasianmirror.com/top-stories/76382/kp-government-launches-laptop-scheme-for-blind-and-visually-impaired-students/

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government introduces a laptop scheme for blind and visually impaired students studying in recognized institutions. Apply online via swkpk.gov.pk.

08/01/2026

OZ Developers has revealed its initial strategy for naming and branding its newly acquired Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise from Sialkot, confirming that the process will be led by professional branding specialists.

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https://theasianmirror.com/latest/76379/oz-developers-shares-branding-plan-for-new-sialkot-psl-franchise/

OZ Developers says professional experts will decide the team name and branding of Sialkot’s new PSL franchise after a Rs. 185 crore winning bid.

08/01/2026

The Punjab Transport Company (PTC) has announced paid internship opportunities for a two-month period, inviting applications from graduates and currently enrolled students across multiple academic disciplines.

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https://theasianmirror.com/top-stories/76372/punjab-transport-company-announces-paid-internships-with-rs-50000-stipend/

Punjab Transport Company launches a paid two-month internship program with a Rs. 50,000 stipend for graduates and students. Apply by January 28, 2026.

08/01/2026

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the completion of the first-ever skating track in Hafizabad district, marking a new step toward improving recreational facilities for children and families.

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https://theasianmirror.com/leadstories/76362/maryam-nawaz-announces-first-ever-skating-track-in-hafizabad-district/

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announces the completion of Hafizabad’s first-ever skating track as part of a wider plan to develop public parks, promote children’s recreation, and encourage healthy activities across Punjab.

07/01/2026

Pakistan will establish a special protection unit in Islamabad dedicated to ensuring the security of Chinese nationals, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced on Wednesday.

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https://theasianmirror.com/leadstories/76365/pakistan-to-set-up-special-protection-unit-in-islamabad-for-chinese-nationals/