In the wake of a dramatic turn during the 2025 Asia Cup final, the tournament’s winning trophy now sits under lock and key at the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) headquarters in Dubai. According to sources familiar with the matter, Mohsin Naqvi, ACC President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman, has issued strict instructions that the...
In a landmark decision, the Norwegian Nobel Committee has named Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado as the recipient of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. Her selection highlights her steadfast commitment to democratic rights in Venezuela, where she has campaigned for free elections, exposed human rights abuses, and confronted authoritarianism despite intense personal risk. Machado,...
In a high-level security review held in the national capital, Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the central government’s hardline stance on militancy in Jammu & Kashmir, asserting that security forces must enjoy “full freedom of action” to neutralize attempts that threaten peace and stability in the region. The meeting, attended by senior officials including the...
In a high-profile diplomatic meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer laid out plans to deepen India-UK collaboration across multiple fronts — most notably in defence industry, trade and education. Seen by analysts as part of both nations’ efforts to build a long-term strategic partnership, the discussions yielded several landmark announcements...
Hungarian novelist and essayist László Krasznahorkai has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, honoring his profound and visionary storytelling that explores the complexity of human existence amid apocalyptic despair. The Swedish Academy praised Krasznahorkai for his “compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.” Born...
In a striking blend of humour and symbolism, the Indian Air Force (IAF) used its 93rd anniversary dinner to deliver a culinary message with a political edge. The event’s menu, which has quickly gone viral on social media, features dishes playfully named after Pakistani cities and airstrike targets, turning the celebratory meal into a tongue-in-cheek...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly welcomed what he describes as the successful completion of Phase 1 of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, while calling for humanitarian measures and the release of hostages. His comments reflect India’s interest in stability in the Middle East and its support for diplomatic initiatives in...
In a dramatic turn in the ongoing public and legal dispute between Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh and his wife Jyoti Singh, Jyoti has made serious allegations of forced abortions, physical abuse, and emotional torture. She claims that on multiple occasions Pawan administered abortion pills to her without her consent and subjected her to relentless mistreatment...
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has alarmed observers by stating that the chances of a military confrontation with India are real. Addressing the media, Asif emphasized that although he did not wish for escalation, the threat is tangible and Pakistan must be prepared. His remarks come in a context of sharp rhetoric and recent...
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has officially migrated his official email account from Gmail to Zoho Mail, marking a significant endorsement of India’s indigenous technology platforms. The transition, however, gained attention for another reason — Shah’s closing line in his announcement, which many perceived as a subtle reference to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s signature...