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Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Broadcasting industry redefined: Discover Pakistan launches world's first AI news channel
Discover Pakistan – Pakistan's number one infotainment TV channel and a global leader in media innovation, has announced the launch of the world's first AI- powered English news channel namely Pakistan Today English News. This ground-breaking venture features a full roster of AI-generated anchors, reporters, analysts, programme hosts, and all AI-based production, marking a new era for news broadcasting industry. The channel promises to deliver accurate, unbiased, and round-the-clock news coverage to a global audience mainly in English language but AI based live translation feature will be added soon after. This new feature will enable the channel to broadcast the stream in more than 40 languages. This launch builds upon Discover Pakistan's pioneering work in AI integration within mainstream media, which began on June 19, 2023, with the debut of the world's first AI TV talk show. During this historic broadcast, CEO Dr Kaiser Rafiq introduced his own avatar alongside three other AI characters, demonstrating the immense potential of this new technology. The AI avatars featured on the new English news channel Pakistan Today is a testament to the cutting-edge technology behind this new project. Each avatar is equipped with advanced facial and voice technology that delivers a level of realism previously unseen in AI-driven media landscape. The avatars boast over 1,500 facial movements and sophisticated body gestures, creating a natural and lifelike on-screen presence. This is achieved through the integration of deep learning and advanced natural language processing (NLP), which allows the AI to mimic human speech patterns, expressions, tone, and emotional inflections with astonishing accuracy. Under the supervision of Dr Kaiser Rafiq, AI project in-charge Arooj Arif and her colleague Haider Ali along with team of experts worked tirelessly for several months to make this launch successful. Pakistan Today English News will broadcast worldwide through multiple satellites and digital platforms but its main news studio will remain operational from London. The global reporting system will also be controlled through London studio. The core of this new channel is a commitment to journalistic integrity and the authenticity of news. The AI system is designed to use advanced AI research and real-time data analysis from a wide range of vetted global sources to ensure that news stories are factual and free from human bias. The AI continuously scans and summarizes desired news from around the world, creating scripts and broadcasting reports as per it's training, fast pace, accuracy, and unbiased behaviour. "Our vision for this AI news channel is not to replace human journalists, but to enhance and redefine the news-gathering and broadcasting process," said Dr Kaiser Rafiq, CEO of Discover Pakistan TV. "By leveraging artificial intelligence, we can ensure a consistent, fact-based delivery of news, freeing up human resources to focus on in-depth investigative reporting and critical analysis. This is about harnessing technology to serve the truth more effectively and to provide an unprecedented level of information to our viewers." Discover Pakistan's new AI English news channel is not only the world's first complete AI based news channel but also a technological marvel; it is a forward-thinking solution to the challenges of modern media, promising a future of broadcasting journalism that is more efficient, accurate, affordable and globally accessible.
Shafaq News
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Jordan, Germany call for Gaza ceasefire
Shafaq News – Berlin Jordan's King Abdullah II and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz jointly urged an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during a press conference held on Tuesday in Berlin. 'Aid cannot be politicized,' King Abdullah asserted, condemning the targeting of 'starving civilians.' He demanded full compliance with international law and unrestricted humanitarian access. King Abdullah also cautioned against further violence in the occupied West Bank, calling on global powers to pursue a two-state solution. #breaking His Majesty King Abdullah II:We must all work together to push for an end to the war and escalations, in order to create a political horizon to pave the way to just and comprehensive peace on the basis of the two-state solution #Jordan #Palestine #Germany #petra — Jordan News Agency (Petra)-English News (@PetranewsEN) July 29, 2025 In turn, Chancellor Merz opposed forced displacement or annexation and urged Israel to improve humanitarian conditions while withholding support for Palestinian state recognition. The joint appeal came amid growing international pressure, as the UN, WHO, and aid agencies warned of deepening famine, especially among children. His Majesty King Abdullah II: Israel's war on #Gaza must stop. The unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza has reached unspeakable levels #petra — Jordan News Agency (Petra)-English News (@PetranewsEN) July 29, 2025 Gaza's Health Ministry reported 147 starvation-related deaths, including 88 children, along with 60,034 killed and 145,870 injured since October 7, 2023.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Xi Jinping to rival Trump's parade with massive military display in Tiananmen Square this September
China is preparing for a massive military parade in Beijing this September. President Xi Jinping will review troops and state-of-the-art weapons in an event marking 80 years since the end of World War II. China declared on June 24 that it would commemorate the end of World War II with a large parade in September. At a news conference, a senior military official announced that President Xi Jinping would preside over the event on September 3 in Beijing's Tiananmen Square, as per a report. Why is this event significant? The show is meant to show off the country's growing military power and send a strong message to the rest of the world. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo The announcement on June 24 comes less than ten days after US President Donald Trump celebrated his 79th birthday with the biggest American military parade in decades. The parade is one of the activities commemorating the 80th anniversary of the triumph in the World Anti-Fascist War and the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. Live Events Besides showcasing new forms of combat forces, such as unmanned, intelligent equipment, the parade will include marching formations, armored columns, and aerial echelons. ALSO READ: Trump faces new trouble as Al Green drops explosive article of impeachment in D.C. showdown What will be showcased at the parade? China's domestically produced and operational military hardware will be on display in a parade in Beijing's Tian'anmen Square on September 3, a military officer told reporters Tuesday, as per a report by English News. According to Wu Zeke, a senior officer in the Central Military Commission's Joint Staff Department, the marching formations highlight how China's armed forces have been reorganized in the wake of military reforms, displaying the new arrangement of branches and services. The Chinese military's new model of forces application, joint command, joint operations, and joint support, as well as its capacity for domestic weaponry innovation are reflected in their use of a mix of integrated units and composite formations. The aerial echelons will demonstrate how China's air combat capabilities have been developed methodically and how quickly its modern fighting power has advanced. Will world leaders be there? Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend the anniversary celebrations, according to the Kremlin, and other world leaders are anticipated as well, as per a report by The Straits Times. What to expect at the parade? The parade will include high-tech combat gear, aircraft flypasts, and ground troops marching in formation. PLA's upcoming parade features new equipment including the Shenyang J-35 and J-20A stealth fighters. These aircraft are expected to fly over Tiananmen Square. Other upgraded warplanes include the Y-20B transport aircraft, YY-20 aerial refuelling tanker, and the KJ-3000 early warning and control aircraft, as per a report by South China Morning Post. New Types of Drones • New drones are expected to be unveiled during the parade. • The two types of sixth-generation fighters under development are unlikely to participate. Navy's New Ship-borne Aircraft • The navy's latest ship-borne aircraft, including the J-15T and J-35 fighter jets, are expected to make an appearance. • The navy's nuclear-capable submarine-based JL-3 ballistic missile and the YJ-21 hypersonic anti-ship missile could also be rolled out. PLA Rocket Force's New Generation of Strategic Missiles • The DF-5C intercontinental ballistic missile and the DF-27 hypersonic missile are expected to be showcased. PLA Ground Force's Drone Warfare Equipment • The PLA Ground Force is expected to showcase its latest equipment, including robotic dogs, unmanned ground vehicles, and anti-drone systems. FAQs When and where is the parade? The parade will take place on September 3 at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. Will any other world leaders attend? Yes, Russian President Vladimir Putin and other world leaders are expected to be present.
