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UAE President’s Visit to Pakistan Boosts Ties in Key Talks

Saturday, December 27, 2025

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conducted his first official visit to Pakistan on 26 December 2025, meeting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad. The leaders held substantive talks to

Taxila Forgotten City Unearthed in Major Dig

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of a Taxila forgotten city at Bhir Mound in Pakistan’s Punjab province. The Punjab Department of Archaeology team found structures and artefacts predating the sixth century BC during

India Water Crisis Hits Beverage Giants in 2025

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

India water crisis intensified in 2025 as beverage giants like Heineken and Diageo grappled with groundwater shortages in Rajasthan. Government data shows national extraction at 247.22 billion cubic metres against 407.75 billion

Indians Deported 2025: Saudi Leads with Over 11,000 Returns

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Saudi Arabia deported the highest number of Indians in 2025, exceeding 11,000 cases, while the United States recorded around 3,800 deportations despite global focus on American immigration enforcement. More than 24,600 Indians

Alleged Hindu Killing in Bangladesh: India Expresses Deep Concern

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

New Delhi — Hindu killing in Bangladesh has once again drawn sharp condemnation from India. The Ministry of External Affairs expressed grave concern on Friday over continued violence against religious minorities. Spokesperson

Afghan Embassy in Japan Closing from January 31, 2026

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Tokyo — The Afghan embassy in Japan will officially close after January 31, 2026. The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo announced on Friday. The mission will suspend all

Afghans Detained in Turkey: Over 42,000 Held in 2025

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Ankara — Afghans detained in Turkey surpassed 42,000 in 2025. The Presidency of Migration Management announced the figures on Thursday. The total irregular migrants detained reached 152,694. Afghans constituted the largest single

Afghanistan Signals Willingness to Negotiations with Pakistan on Security Issues

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Kabul — Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government has signalled openness to negotiations with Pakistan to ease escalating security tensions, as Acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani said Kabul remains willing to engage in dialogue to resolve

Bangladesh Postal Voting Registration Surpasses 7.4 Lakh

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Friday, December 26, 2025 – Bangladesh postal voting registration has crossed the 7.4 lakh threshold. More than 717,000 eligible voters completed enrolment through the Postal Vote BD app for the upcoming

Bangladesh Judiciary Reforms 2025: Advances Made, Backlog Remains

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Friday, December 26, 2025 – Bangladesh judiciary reforms 2025 delivered notable administrative gains, including the Supreme Court Secretariat Ordinance and procedural amendments. The Bangladesh case backlog in 2025, however, continues unabated,

Chinese Combat Aircraft: Pakistan Emerges as Top Recipient

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Washington, Friday, December 26, 2025 – Chinese combat aircraft exports increasingly concentrate on Pakistan, a new Pentagon report has revealed. The annual assessment on China’s military power identifies Pakistan as the primary

Mohamed bin Zayed Pakistan Visit Boosts Bilateral Ties

Friday, December 26, 2025

Business

Islamabad, Friday, December 26, 2025 – Mohamed bin Zayed Pakistan visit commenced on Friday when UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan landed in Islamabad for his inaugural official trip to

Pakistan-Jordan Military Cooperation Deepens with High-Level Talks

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Rawalpindi, Friday, December 26, 2025 – Pakistan-Jordan military cooperation took a significant step forward on Thursday as Major General Yousef Ahmed Al Huneiti, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the

Two Rohingya Camp Fires Destroy Health Centre in Ukhiya

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Fires ravage refugee camps, wiping out vital medical facility and shelters amid ongoing humanitarian challenges. Two separate fires hit Rohingya camps in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, within hours. The first Rohingya camp fire

Navi Mumbai International Airport Launches with 48 Flights

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

India’s newest aviation hub, Navi Mumbai International Airport, commenced operations on Thursday with 48 flights handling over 4,000 passengers, easing Mumbai’s air traffic burden. Navi Mumbai International Airport began commercial operations in

Delhi Air Quality Deteriorates to 310 After Improvement

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Delhi air quality deteriorates to the very poor category on Friday, December 26, 2025, with an AQI of 310 recorded at 8 AM, reversing a brief improvement to 234 the previous day,

Afghan Refugees in Pakistan: 2 Million Remain as Returns Hit 1M

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Islamabad: Over two million Afghan refugees in Pakistan remain in the country despite more than one million returns to Afghanistan in 2025. The figures come from the latest UNHCR report Afghans Pakistan,

11 Terrorists Killed in Pakistan Operations

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Security forces conducted intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, neutralising 11 militants and recovering arms, amid escalating violence in the region. The terrorists killed in Pakistan was response of intelligence report.

5 Killed in Tajikistan Afghanistan Border Clash

Friday, December 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Dushanbe: Five people died in a Tajikistan Afghanistan border clash on 25 December 2025, when armed intruders from Afghanistan attacked a guard post in Shamsiddin Shokhin district. Tajik forces neutralised three infiltrators,

Bangladesh In-Country Postal Voting Enables Detainees

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Thursday, December 25, 2025 – The Election Commission has introduced Bangladesh in-country postal voting guidelines that enable detainees across the country to exercise their voting rights. Released on Tuesday, these rules

Bangladesh to Ban Internet Shutdowns Permanently

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Bangladesh to ban internet shutdowns through a new amendment ordinance approved by the Advisory Council on Wednesday. The Bangladesh Telecommunication (Amendment) Ordinance 2025 introduces a permanent

KP Disaster Management Plan 2026 Targets 10 Vulnerable Districts

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Current Affairs

Peshawar, Thursday, December 25, 2025 – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government officially launched the KP disaster management plan 2026 on Tuesday. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority hosted the ceremony in Peshawar. The plan

India Import Quality Reforms US Trade Deal Eases Red Tape

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Current Affairs

New Delhi, Thursday, December 25, 2025 – India has unveiled reforms to simplify import quality checks, a step aimed at addressing the United States’ concerns during talks for a potential trade agreement.

Kabul Water Crisis: 6 Million Risk Dry Wells by 2030

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Current Affairs

Kabul Water Crisis: residents face acute drinking water shortage as groundwater depletion in Kabul accelerates amid population growth and climate change. Experts project aquifers could exhaust by 2030, displacing millions in the

New Airlines in India Get Nod To Challenge Duopoly

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Business

New Delhi: The Ministry of Civil Aviation granted no-objection certificates to new airlines in India like Al Hind Air and FlyExpress airline on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Shankh Air had received its

PSL New Franchises Draw 12 Bids for 2026 Growth

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Sports

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) received 12 bids for two PSL new franchises on 24 December 2025 in Lahore. The announcement followed a tender process that attracted parties from the United States,

UAE President Visit Pakistan on Dec 26 Boosts Ties

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Business

Islamabad: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will undertake his first official visit to Pakistan on Friday, 26 December 2025. The visit follows an invitation from Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz

India US Trade Deal Advances with Key Reforms

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Business

New Delhi announced reforms on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, to streamline import procedures. The trade ministry detailed measures that cut red tape for importers. These steps respond to US complaints about complex

Tarique Rahman Returns After 17 Years, Draws Millions

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Current Affairs

Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party, landed in Dhaka on Thursday after 17 years in exile, greeted by massive crowds amid political shifts following Sheikh Hasina’s 2024 ouster. Tarique Rahman

India Aid to Sri Lanka: $450 Million Reconstruction Package

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Business

India aid to Sri Lanka reached a new level on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced a USD 450 million reconstruction package. The commitment followed Cyclone Ditwah,

India: Aravalli Hills Protests Intensify Over New Court Definition

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Current Affairs

Aravalli hills protests gained momentum on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, as environmentalists and citizens demonstrated across Rajasthan and Haryana. Demonstrators opposed a Supreme Court order from November 20 that adopted a uniform

India Bangladesh Crisis Escalates Over Mutual Visa Suspensions

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Current Affairs

The India Bangladesh crisis escalated sharply on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, with mutual suspensions of visa services disrupting travel between the neighbors. Bangladesh has halted consular and visa operations at its High

Dhaka Air Quality Ranks Second Worst Globally at 236

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka air quality deteriorated sharply on Wednesday morning, ranking second worst in the world with an AQI of 236, classified as very unhealthy. Residents in the Bangladeshi capital faced heightened health risks

Karachi Heavy Vehicles Ban Imposed for 2 Months

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Current Affairs

Karachi authorities imposed a ban on daytime movement of heavy vehicles across the city on Tuesday. The measure, effective from 23 December 2025 to 22 February 2026, targets dumper trucks and other

Budget-friendly Destinations In India For 2026

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Opinion

As 2026 approaches, travellers across South Asia seek budget-friendly destinations in India for a gentle reset. These spots offer low-cost stays, free activities and natural serenity amid stable post-monsoon weather. New Delhi,

Mount Everest Garbage Crisis: Nepal’s 5-Year Plan Launched

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Current Affairs

Nepal has rolled out a five-year action plan to address the Mount Everest garbage crisis, targeting waste accumulation that threatens the Himalayan ecosystem. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation approved

Hindu Man Lynching in Bangladesh Triggers Diplomatic Row

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Current Affairs

Hindutva activists protested in Delhi against the Hindu Man lynching in Bangladesh, escalating tensions between the neighbours. The incident highlights risks to Bangladesh Hindu minorities amid blasphemy claims. Protests erupted outside the

PIA Sale Secures Rs135bn Bid in Major Privatisation Win

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Business

Pakistan’s government has sold a 75% stake in Pakistan International Airlines to the Arif Habib-led consortium for PKR 135 billion after a competitive auction on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, marking the first

Assam Protests: 4 Injured as Violence Erupts in West Karbi Anglong

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

Authorities in Assam imposed Section 163 restrictions in West Karbi Anglong district after protesters from Assam protests demanding eviction of illegal encroachers torched a council leader’s house and clashed with police on

Women Workers Rights Bangladesh: National Platform Launched

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka: Informal women workers from tea gardens, fisheries, domestic work and home-based garment sectors convened in Dhaka on December 9, 2025, announcing the formation of the National Women Workers Forum. The new

Lahore Most Polluted City Hits AQI 549

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

Lahore, Pakistan – Lahore most polluted city emerged worldwide for the second consecutive day on Monday, December 23, 2025, as air quality deteriorated sharply amid persistent Punjab smog. Residents faced hazardous conditions,

India Pledges $450 Million in Aid to Sri Lanka Amid Cyclone Crisis.

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

India has extended a $450 million assistance aid to Sri Lanka to support recovery from Cyclone Ditwah. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced the aid during his visit to Colombo on Tuesday,

GM Crops in India: US Pushes 119MT Soya Amid Tariffs

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Business

The US seeks market access for GM crops in India as trade tensions rise with 50 per cent tariffs. Farmers fear losses from imports that could undercut non-GM exports. Government remains cautious

AirBlue Crash Compensation Hits Rs5.4bn in Landmark Ruling

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

An Islamabad court has awarded Rs5.4 billion in AirBlue crash compensation to families of eight victims from the 2010 tragedy that killed 152 people. The ruling came on Saturday, December 20, 2025,

Nepal Everest Cleanup Plan Targets 5 Years of Action

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

Nepal unveiled the Nepal Everest cleanup plan on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation drafted the five-year Everest Cleaning Action Plan running from 2025 to 2029.

Bangladesh Media Houses Attacks: 17 Arrested, 31 Identified

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

Police in Dhaka arrested 17 individuals and identified 31 more in connection with the attacks on the Bangladesh media houses that occurred on December 18, 2025. The assaults targeted the offices of

Pakistan F-16 Upgrade Worth $686 Million Approved

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Current Affairs

The United States approved a Pakistan F-16 upgrade package valued at USD 686 million on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The Defence Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress earlier this month. No objections arose

Pakistan-Libya Arms Deal Exceeds $4 Billion Mark

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Business

Pakistan finalised a major arms deal with Libya worth over USD 4 billion on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The pact supplies advanced military equipment to the Libyan National Army (LNA). Four Pakistani

Delhi Fog Chaos: Over 500 Flights Disrupted in Week-Long Spell

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

The Delhi fog chaos has continued for the seventh consecutive day as of December 22, 2025. Dense fog in Delhi dropped visibility to near zero in many areas. Delhi flights and trains

Afghanistan 6.8 Million Refugees Return Home: Ministry

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

Approximately 6.8 million refugees have returned to Afghanistan over the past four years. Acting Minister for Refugees and Repatriation Mawlawi Abdul Kabir stated this during a meeting on durable solutions for displaced

Rights Groups Condemn Bangladesh Media Attacks Over Unrest

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

Rights groups condemn Bangladesh media attacks following coordinated assaults on December 18, 2025. Mobs targeted the offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star with vandalism, looting, and arson. Chhayanaut faced similar

Ishaq Dar Iran-Turkiye Talks Bolster Ties Amid Gaza Focus

Monday, December 22, 2025

Business

The Ishaq Dar-Iran-Turkiye talks took place on December 21, 2025. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar conducted separate phone conversations with Iran’s Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and Turkiye’s Hakan

Bangladesh Rejects India’s ‘Misleading Propaganda’ Claim Over Delhi Protest

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh rejects India’s misleading propaganda claim concerning a protest outside its high commission in Delhi on December 20, 2025. Around 20-25 youths gathered to demonstrate against the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das,

ISRO LVM3 Launch Set for 24 Dec with Heaviest Payload

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will conduct the ISRO LVM3 launch on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, deploying the BlueBird Block-2 satellite for US firm AST SpaceMobile. The LVM3 M6 mission lifts

Winter Destinations South Asia: 10 Top Escapes for 2025

Monday, December 22, 2025

Sports

As winter sets in across much of the globe, travellers seek Winter destinations South Asia for diverse climates. From snowy Himalayan peaks in India and Nepal to sunny beaches in Sri Lanka

Child Labour in Afghanistan Surges to 3 Million

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

In Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh province, children scour garbage for plastic bottles and cans to earn 200 to 500 Afghanis daily. This hazardous child labour in Afghanistan stems from widespread poverty and joblessness, with

Pakistan U19 Asia Cup Win: 191-Run Rout of India

Monday, December 22, 2025

Sports

Dubai, Monday, December 22, 2025 – Pakistan secured the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup title with a commanding 191-run win against India in the final at the ICC Academy Ground on Sunday.

Climate March Karachi Demands Urgent Fossil Fuel Halt

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

Climate March Karachi: Hundreds of activists, including labour union members and students, marched from Frere Hall to the Karachi Press Club on Sunday, 21 December 2025, demanding an end to fossil fuel

India New Zealand FTA Boosts Trade by 100% in 5 Years

Monday, December 22, 2025

Current Affairs

New Zealand and India finalised a landmark free trade agreement on Monday, 22 December 2025, unlocking market access for Kiwi exporters to 1.4 billion consumers while India eyes USD 20 billion in

Pakistan Beat India U19 in the Asia Cup by 191 Runs in the Final

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Sports

Pakistan beat India U19 Asia Cup final by 191 runs on Sunday in Dubai. Sameer Minhas scored 172 as Pakistan posted 347 for 8. Ali Raza led the bowling attack to dismiss

Afghanistan Premier League Relaunches with 5 Teams in 2026

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Sports

The Afghanistan Cricket Board unveiled the relaunch of the Afghanistan Premier League at a ceremony in Dubai on Saturday. The Afghanistan T20 League will feature five franchises and commence in September 2026

Kabul Mandawi Fire: $700,000 in Losses Reported

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Current Affairs

A massive fire broke out in Kabul’s iconic Mandawi market early Sunday morning, December 21, 2025. The Kabul Mandawi fire caused estimated losses of $700,000 after destroying eight shops and 10 warehouses

Indian Visa Applications Suspended Indefinitely in Chittagong

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Current Affairs

The Indian Visa Application Centre in Chittagong halted all Indian visa applications indefinitely starting Sunday, December 21, 2025. Authorities cited a recent security incident at the Indian High Commission in the port

Bangladesh: Operation Devil Hunt Phase 2, 5,949 Arrested Nationwide

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladeshi law enforcement agencies had arrested 5,949 individuals across the country as of Sunday, December 21, 2025, under Operation Devil Hunt Phase 2, according to reports citing data from the Home Ministry.

Inqilab Mancha Ultimatum: 24 Hours for Hadi Arrests

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Current Affairs

Inqilab Mancha issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Bangladesh’s interim government on Saturday, demanding arrests of Sharif Osman Hadi killers after thousands joined a Shahbagh protest following his burial. The group warned of

Afghan Refugees in Pakistan Face 942,000 Forced Returns in 2025

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Current Affairs

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has warned that Afghan refugees in Pakistan confront an uncertain future. Nearly 942,200 have returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan in 2025, many forcibly, amid escalating

Balochistan Rains Kill 2, Disrupt Power

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Current Affairs

Heavy winter lashed Balochistan rains on Saturday, 20 December, 2025, killing two women in a road accident in Noshki district and injuring at least 13 others across the province. Power supply halted

India T20 World Cup Squad: Gill Axed in Shock Move

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Sports

India announced its 15-member squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup on Saturday, December 20, 2025, with Suryakumar Yadav as captain. Shubman Gill was dropped, while Ishan Kishan returned. The team aims

Imran Khan 17 Years Toshakhana Jail Blow

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

Rawalpindi, Saturday, 20 December 2025 – Imran Khan 17 years Toshakhana verdict landed in Adiala Jail. Special Judge Central Shahrukh Arjumand sentences PTI founder Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi to 17 years

UN Urges Calm Bangladesh Elections Amid Rising Tensions

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

New York/Dhaka, Saturday, 20 December 2025 – The UN urges calm ahead of Bangladesh’s elections. Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the killing of youth protest leader Sharif Osman Bin Hadi. He appealed for

Bangladesh State Mourning Sharif Osman Hadi Amid Deadly Unrest

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh is in a state of mourning for Sharif Osman Hadi, which continues today. The country halts normal activities to honour the slain activist from the 2024 uprising. His death triggered widespread

World Bank Approves $700 Million Pakistan Aid Boost

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Business

Islamabad, Saturday, 20 December 2025 – The Board of Executive Directors of World Bank approves $700 million in financing for Pakistan on Friday. This funding aims to promote macroeconomic stability and enhance

IMF Aid Sri Lanka Cyclone: $206m Approved for Recovery

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Business

The International Monetary Fund has approved US$206 million in emergency aid for Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah. The funding addresses urgent needs after the storm killed over 600 people and displaced more

Afghan Refugees Return To Afghanistan: 2.8m Face Dire Crisis

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

UNHCR announced on Saturday, December 20, 2025, that nearly 2.8 million Afghan refugees returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan and Iran this year. The returns include both voluntary repatriations and forced deportations, straining

Indus Waters Treaty Violation: Pakistan Accuses India of 870 Cusec Drop

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan has demanded an explanation from India over abrupt drops in Chenab river flows, alleging a Baglihar dam under the Indus Waters Treaty violation. The disruption, recorded from December 10 to 16,

Lahore Air Quality Peaks at 504 in Smog Crisis

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

Lahore, Pakistan – Air quality in Lahore worsened significantly on December 20, 2025, with the AQI peaking at 504 at 5 PM, according to IQAir data. This placed the city among the

India Vs South Africa T20: Hosts Seal 3-1 Win With 30-Run Thrashing

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Sports

India defeated South Africa by 30 runs in the fifth T20 international on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Hardik Pandya’s 63 off 25 balls and Tilak Varma’s

Sharif Osman Hadi Funeral Ignites Protests

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh observed a day of state mourning on 20 December 2025 as thousands gathered for the funeral of slain activist Sharif Osman Hadi, whose death has fuelled anti-India unrest and demands for

Sri Lanka: Elephant Burning Sparks Outrage, 3 Arrested

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

Sri Lanka elephant burning incident led to the arrest of three men on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Police detained the suspects after a viral video showed them setting a wild elephant on

IndiGo CCI Probe Initiated Over Antitrust Concerns After 4,500 Cancellations

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

India’s Competition Commission launched an investigation into IndiGo CCI probe, on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The regulator reviews IndiGo antitrust allegations following widespread flight disruptions that cancelled thousands of services across the

India Oman CEPA Signed with 99% Duty-Free Access for Indian Exports

Friday, December 19, 2025

Business

India and Oman signed the India Oman CEPA on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in Muscat. The agreement grants duty-free market access to 99% of Indian exports by value and deepens the Oman-India

Kyrgyzstan Afghanistan Trade Boosted by $157m Deals

Friday, December 19, 2025

Business

Kabul opens Kyrgyz Trade House as bilateral ties deepen with new agreements. Kyrgyzstan Afghanistan trade received a major boost this week when private sector firms from both countries signed deals worth $157

Dense Fog North India: Red Alert Grips 5 States, 150 Flights Cancelled

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for dense fog north India on 19 December 2025, affecting Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Bihar and Uttarakhand. Visibility dropped to near zero in many areas,

Pakistan Climate Lawsuit: 43 Farmers Sue Emitters

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

43 Pakistani farmers devastated by the 2022 floods are filing a landmark claim in a German court against RWE and Heidelberg Materials, seeking compensation for climate-induced damages under the polluter pays principle.

SHANTI Bill Clears Parliament, Unlocking 100GW Nuclear Goal

Friday, December 19, 2025

Business

India’s Parliament approved the SHANTI Bill on Thursday, enabling private companies to enter the tightly controlled civil nuclear sector. The legislation, passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday and Rajya Sabha on

UNGA Pakistan Resolution Adopted by Consensus

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

The United Nations General Assembly adopted a Pakistan-sponsored resolution on Thursday, reaffirming the right to self-determination for peoples under colonial, foreign or alien occupation. The UNGA Pakistan resolution passed by consensus in

Rohingya Aid Cuts Push Girls to Marriage, Boys to Labour

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Bangladesh – Rohingya aid cuts by the United States have compelled thousands of refugee families in Bangladesh to marry off young girls and send children into hazardous labour to survive. The

Mohun Bagan AFC Ban: $400K Hit Rocks Indian Football

Friday, December 19, 2025

Sports

Indian club Mohun Bagan Super Giant faces a ban from AFC competitions until 2027-28 and financial penalties exceeding $400,000 after refusing to travel to Iran for a match, citing safety concerns amid

Crowd protesting amidst flames and smoke in Bangladesh Violence

Bangladesh Violence Erupts After Leader Dies

Friday, December 19, 2025

Current Affairs

Violent protests rocked Bangladesh on Friday following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent student leader. Demonstrators torched media offices and vandalised cultural sites in Dhaka, amid rising anti-India protests Bangladesh.

India-Afghanistan Traditional Medicine: Institute Planned for Kabul

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Business

New Delhi, Thursday, December 18, 2025 – India-Afghanistan traditional medicine ties strengthened through high-level discussions. Afghanistan‘s Public Health Minister, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, held talks with India’s Minister of State for AYUSH,

Afghanistan-Kyrgyzstan: $156 Million Trade Deal Signed

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Business

Private sector representatives from Afghanistan-Kyrgyzstan concluded trade memorandums of understanding valued at more than $156 million during a conference held in Kabul on December 17, 2025. The Afghanistan-Kyrgyzstan deal, valued at $

Bangladesh Election 2026: EC Issues Key Instructions

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Current Affairs

Election Commission directives focus on postal voting and voter inclusion ahead of the February 12 polls. The Election Commission of Bangladesh issued detailed instructions on December 17, 2025, to facilitate participation in

Pakistan Polio Campaign Vaccinates Over 37 Million in 3 Days

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan Polio Campaign: More than 37 million children receive drops in the opening phase of the final nationwide drive targeting 45 million. Over 37 million children under five years received polio vaccine

Pakistan-Libya Defence Ties Strengthened in High-Level Visit

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Current Affairs

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, visited Libya on Wednesday, 18 December 2025. He met Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed

Deosai National Park Ban Imposed to Protect Ecosystem

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Current Affairs

The Gilgit-Baltistan government issued the deosai national park ban through its Forest, Parks and Wildlife Department. A notification released on 17 December 2025 prohibits the establishment of seasonal hotels and other commercial

Nepal Gen Z Protest Crackdown: Inquiry Seeks Extension

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Current Affairs

The commission probing the Nepal Gen Z protest crackdown has sought a one-month extension to finish recording statements and finalise its report. Chair Gauri Bahadur Karki made the request during a meeting

Goods Transporters Call Off 10-Day Strike

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Business

Goods transporters called off their 10-day nationwide strike on Wednesday, December 18, 2025, after federal and provincial governments accepted key demands. The Pakistan Goods Transporters Alliance announced the decision following successful negotiations

India Eases Visa Chinese Professionals After $15 Billion Losses

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Business

New Delhi, 18 December 2025 – India eases visa Chinese professionals through significant reforms to its business visa system. The changes simplify processes for foreign engineers and technicians needed in manufacturing. The

Delhi GRAP 4 Restrictions Impose 50% Office Curbs

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Current Affairs

Delhi activated Delhi GRAP 4 restrictions on 13 December 2025 to combat severe air pollution levels exceeding 450 on the Air Quality Index. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoked stage

India Chip Race: 10 Projects Fuel Global Ambitions

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Business

India chip race advances its position in the semiconductor sector through government-backed initiatives and private investments, aiming to reduce import dependence and establish domestic manufacturing capabilities. India has approved 10 semiconductor projects

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