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Punjab, Pakistan’s most populous and wealthiest province, faces severe flooding as heavy monsoon rains continue to batter the region. Authorities have already evacuated nearly half a million residents living along swollen rivers, where 30 deaths have been reported so far. In total, over 1.5 million......
The United States has increased its tariff on Indian imports from 25% to 50%, in a move aimed at punishing New Delhi for its continued purchases of Russian oil. The decision, announced earlier this month by President Donald Trump, reflects Washington’s frustration with Moscow’s refusal to......
Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have achieved a significant milestone by successfully testing an Israeli EXTRA guided missile in the southeastern region of the country. The advanced missile, equipped with a 120-kilogram warhead, demonstrated exceptional accuracy by striking its target at its......
A tragic road accident occurred in northern New York State on Friday when a tourist bus carrying around 50 passengers overturned near Buffalo, close to the Canadian border. Authorities confirmed that several people were killed and dozens injured, including children. According to police reports, most......
Rescue teams continued their search on Friday after devastating floods killed at least 60 people in a Himalayan village in Indian-administered Kashmir. Authorities reported that around 80 others remain missing. Heavy rains triggered torrents of water and mud that swept through Chisoti village in Kishtwar......
At least 34 people have died and dozens more were injured after heavy monsoon rains triggered destructive landslides and flash floods in a remote village in Indian-administered Kashmir on Thursday, according to local officials. "This is the second major flooding disaster to hit India this August,"......
On Friday, August 15, as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day, Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa will be illuminated in the Indian national tricolour. This display has become an integral part of Independence Day celebrations by the Indian community across the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According......
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday he hopes for a “constructive” meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, scheduled for Friday in Alaska — a summit that has raised alarms in Ukraine and among European leaders. Trump stated he wanted to “test the waters” with his......
Ireland is facing a wave of racially motivated attacks that have unsettled immigrant communities, especially those of South Asian origin. In recent weeks, a series of violent incidents in both urban and rural areas have raised fears among immigrants and drawn attention from media abroad. In the Dublin......
Geopolitical tensions between major powers are rising alarmingly, accompanied by renewed emphasis on nuclear deterrence. In this climate of growing rivalry, The Washington Post published a detailed report on the current state of the world’s nuclear arsenals, their geographic distribution, and the......
The iconic Majorelle Garden in Marrakech has earned a prestigious spot in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards, ranking 15th among the top 25 tourist attractions in the world. It is the only African destination to appear on the list, marking a significant achievement for Moroccan tourism. According......
In a surprising turn of diplomacy, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday the possibility of a “very soon” meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of renewed efforts to bring an end to the war in Ukraine. This comes following what the White House described as a......
In a critical diplomatic move, Steve Witkoff, U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy for Middle East peace, arrived in Moscow on Wednesday. His visit comes just days before the deadline set by Trump for Russia to end its offensive in Ukraine or face severe new sanctions. According to Russian......
