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Affordable Maldives Travel: Discover Paradise on a Budget

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Opinion

As of December 17, 2025, the Maldives has transformed into a destination for budget-conscious visitors. Government reforms about affordable Maldives travel, since 2009 have allowed guesthouses on inhabited islands, making affordable travel

EU Election Observers Bangladesh Deployed for Polls

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Current Affairs

The European Union announced on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, the deployment of EU election observers to Bangladesh to monitor the parliamentary elections scheduled for 12 February 2026. High Representative Kaja Kallas has

India Poll Workers Suicide Crisis Deepens Amid SIR

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Current Affairs

Reports emerged on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, highlighting a growing crisis as India poll workers suicide cases rise during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Booth-level officers face an extreme workload

Apple India Chip Assembly Talks Signal Major Shift

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Business

Apple enters preliminary discussions with local firms to assemble and package iPhone components in India for the first time. Apple India chip assembly will give a major boost in native growth. Apple

India Summons Bangladesh Envoy Amid Rising Tensions

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Current Affairs

India summons Bangladesh envoy including High Commissioner to New Delhi on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, to express strong concerns over security threats to the Indian mission in Dhaka. The move highlights escalating

Nepal Inflation Rate Plunges to 1.11% Amid Demand Slump

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Business

Kathmandu, Wednesday, December 17, 2025 – Nepal inflation rate fell to 1.11 percent year-on-year in mid-November, Nepal Rastra Bank reported. This marks a steep drop from 5.60 percent in the same period

Most Expensive Players IPL 2026 Auction: Green Sets Record at ₹25.20 Crore

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Sports

Cameron Green topped the list of most expensive players IPL 2026 auction after Kolkata Knight Riders secured him for ₹25.20 crore on December 16. The bid set a new record for the

Trump India Tariffs Push Rupee to Record 91 Low

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Business

The Indian rupee hit a record low of 91.075 against the US dollar this week as trump india tariffs and stalled negotiations with the Trump administration continue to pressure the currency. Steep

Pakistan Airspace Ban India Extended Until 23 January 2026

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan has extended its airspace ban on Indian aircraft until 23 January 2026. The Pakistan Airports Authority issued a fresh Notice about Pakistan airspace ban to Airmen (NOTAM) confirming the continuation of

Samangan Earthquake Survivors Face Bitter Winter Without Shelter

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Current Affairs

Samangan earthquake survivors in Khulm district and other affected areas continue to endure severe hardship more than six weeks after the 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit northern Afghanistan on 3 November 2025. Residents

PIA Fog Delays Disrupt 4 Punjab Cities

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has altered its flight schedules in four Punjab cities due to pia fog delays triggered by persistent dense fog. The disruptions affect operations in Lahore, Multan, Sialkot, and

Operation Sagar Bandhu: Indian Army Deploys Satellite Internet in Sri Lanka Relief

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

India pioneers satellite connectivity for disaster response as Cyclone Ditwah floods devastate neighbour. The Indian Army has deployed satellite-based internet for the first time in a humanitarian mission to restore communications in

PM Modi Jordan Visit Strengthens Ties on 75th Anniversary

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Business

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Amman on Monday, 15 December 2025, for a two-day visit to Jordan. During PM Modi Jordan visit, he met King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein to

Delhi Fog Flight Cancellations Hit 228 Amid Dense Fog

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

Dense fog severely disrupted air travel across North India on Monday, 15 December 2025, with Delhi worst affected. Delhi fog flight cancellations reached 228 at Indira Gandhi International Airport, including 131 departures

Backpacking South Asia Set for Surge in 2026

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Opinion

Budget travellers eye backpacking South Asia in 2026 amid forecasts of record arrivals and improved infrastructure. Experts predict foreign tourist numbers will exceed pre-pandemic levels across India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Tourism

Cyclone Ditwah Triggers 1,223 Landslides in Central Highlands

Landslides in Central Highlands: Cyclone Ditwah Triggers 1,223

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

Severe ecological disruption hits Sri Lanka’s UNESCO-listed biodiversity hotspot as experts assess long-term habitat loss and invasive spread after the 28 November storm. Cyclone Ditwah takes heavy toll on Sri Lanka’s biodiversity

Lionel Messi Delhi: Icon Vows Return as GOAT Tour Ends

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

Lionel Messi brought his GOAT Tour to a close in Delhi on Monday, December 15, 2025. The Argentine superstar took a lap of honour at Arun Jaitley Stadium. He greeted chanting supporters,

Transporters Strike Pakistan Cripples Supply Chains for Ninth Day

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

The transporters strike Pakistan has paralysed supply chains in Sindh province, entering its ninth day on Monday, December 16, 2025. Cargo transporters halted operations, stranding raw materials and finished goods on highways.

Pakistan Russia Oil Deal Talks Progress

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Business

Pakistan Russia Oil Deal Talks Progress as energy ministries engage in direct talks, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirms. Pakistan pursues a comprehensive oil-sector agreement with Russia. Energy ministries of both countries currently

Awami League Return to Power Impossible, Says Press Secretary

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh press secretary Shafiqul Alam declared on Monday there is no possibility of an Awami League return to power through upcoming national elections. He emphasised that no democratic country would permit a

Katcha Dacoits Kidnap 25 Bus Passengers in Rahim Yar Khan

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Current Affairs

Katcha dacoits abducted 25 male passengers from a passenger bus in Rahim Yar Khan district on Monday, police said. The bus, travelling from Multan to Sialkot, was stopped by armed men near

India Wins Squash World Cup 3-0 in Historic Final

Monday, December 15, 2025

Sports

India clinched a commanding 3-0 victory over top-seeded Hong Kong, China, to secure their maiden Squash World Cup title on home soil at the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 India. The triumph

Pakistan Navy Surface-to-Air Missile Firing Success in Arabian Sea

Monday, December 15, 2025

Current Affairs

On Monday the Pakistan Navy conducted a successful Pakistan Navy surface-to-air missile firing exercise in the North Arabian Sea. Rear Admiral Abdul Munib, Commander Pakistan Fleet, oversaw the operation where a naval

Afghanistan Terrorism: Six Nations Issue Ultimatum in Tehran

Monday, December 15, 2025

Current Affairs

A coalition of six regional powers convened in Tehran to confront Afghanistan terrorism head-on, demanding the Taliban dismantle terror networks on Afghan soil. The forum highlighted persistent threats that undermine stability across

Afghanistan Returnees Plead for Aid: 2.5M Face Winter Peril

Monday, December 15, 2025

Current Affairs

Thousands of Afghanistan returnees in makeshift camps outside Kabul have urged the Islamic Emirate for immediate winter support, as sub-zero temperatures threaten lives amid ongoing deportations from Pakistan and Iran. Over 2.5

India Bangladesh Tensions Rise After Envoy Summoned

Monday, December 15, 2025

Current Affairs

DHAKA: India categorically rejected assertions from Bangladesh’s interim government on Sunday, December 14, 2025, denying any use of its territory for activities harmful to its neighbour. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

India France Tax Treaty Revamp Cuts Dividend Rates by 5%

Monday, December 15, 2025

Business

India and France signed a revamped tax treaty on December 12, 2025, slashing dividend withholding taxes and granting Delhi enhanced rights over capital gains. This India France tax treaty, inked in New

Haryana Fog Accident: Over 50 Vehicles in Pile-Ups

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Uncategorized

Rohtak, Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Haryana fog accident as dense fog reduced visibility to near zero, causing multiple vehicles to pile up on key highways. Over 50 vehicles collided in separate

Mexico Tariff Hike India: Up to 50% on Key Exports

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Business

New Delhi, Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Mexico tariff hike on India, as the Latin American nation approved duties of up to 50% on imports from countries without free trade agreements. The

Bangladeshi Peacekeepers Killed in Sudan: 6 Dead in Drone Strike

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Kadugli, Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Bangladeshi peacekeepers killed Sudanese after a drone strike targeted a United Nations logistics base in Kadugli, South Kordofan, on Saturday. Six troops died. Eight others suffered

Pakistani Fishermen Detained by India: 11 Arrested Off Gujarat

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Karachi, Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Pakistani fishermen detained an India after 11 crew members, including two minors, were arrested by the Indian Coast Guard on December 10 near Jakhau in Gujarat.

Pakistan IMF New Benchmarks Not Abrupt Conditions, Says Ministry

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Business

Islamabad, Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Pakistan’s finance ministry has rejected claims that 11 structural new benchmarks added under the ongoing International Monetary Fund programme represent new or abrupt conditions. A spokesperson

Messi India Tour Ignites Chaos: 1 Arrested

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Lionel Messi India tour was eagerly awaited descended into disorder on Saturday when frustrated fans threw bottles and vandalised a stadium, forcing the football icon to cut short his appearance. Organisers face

Affordable Maldives Travel 2026 Targets 2.4 Million Visitors

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Maldives officials project 2.4 million tourists for affordable Maldives travel in 2026. New budget measures and guesthouse expansions cut costs for budget Maldives vacation 2026 seekers, especially from South Asia. Reforms promise

PSL New Franchises: Bid Deadline Extended Amid Global Buzz

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Sports

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has extended the deadline for bids on PSL new franchises to December 22, 2025, from the original December 15. This move responds to surging international interest from

Tehran Afghanistan Meeting Excludes Taliban Amid Rising Tensions

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Iran hosts a key regional gathering on Afghanistan tomorrow, but the Taliban will skip the event despite an invitation. The move highlights deepening Afghanistan Pakistan tensions as neighbours seek dialogue. Iran’s Foreign

Delhi Air Pollution Surges to 460 AQI Amid Tightened Curbs

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

Delhi air pollution reached severe levels on Sunday, December 14, 2025, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 460. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) activated Stage IV of the

Rohingya Traffickers Malaysia: 4000 Risk Perilous Sea Since Septmeber 2025

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Current Affairs

Thousands of Rohingya refugees flee overcrowded Bangladesh camps via traffickers to Malaysia, facing deadly risks amid aid cuts and Myanmar violence. Rohingya traffickers Malaysia lure desperate refugees from Bangladesh camps with promises

Iran Regional Meeting on Afghanistan Set for Next Week

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Business

Special envoys from seven countries gather in Tehran. The Iran regional meeting on Afghanistan will take place in Tehran next week. Iran’s Foreign Ministry announced the event on 12 December 2025. Special

PM Sharif Erdogan Ashgabat Meeting Boosts Ties

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Business

Turkish leader offers support for regional stability mechanism. The Shehbaz Sharif Erdogan meeting in Ashgabat took place on the sidelines of an international forum in Turkmenistan. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed

Pakistan: Gilgit-Baltistan Elections January 24 Set for 2026

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Current Affairs

The President announces the polling date for the 33-seat assembly. Gilgit-Baltistan elections on January 24 will see voters choose a new legislative assembly. President Asif Ali Zardari approved the date on 12

Pakistan: Afghan Repatriation Lower Dir Sees 212 Families Return

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Current Affairs

The Afghan repatriation process in Lower Dir has gained momentum. Authorities report 212 families, totalling 1,170 individuals, returned to Afghanistan in recent days. Officials expect more departures soon. The district administration initiates

India EU FTA Delay Hits Key 2025 Deadline

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Business

India and the European Union face a delay in finalising an India EU FTA, with negotiators no longer optimistic about concluding a free trade agreement by the end of 2025. Talks remain

IndiGo Compensation Tops $55m in Payouts After Crisis

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Business

IndiGo Compensation – India’s largest carrier, announced on 12 December 2025 an estimated payout exceeding $55 million (INR 5 billion) in compensation to customers hit by mass flight disruptions. The chaos, triggered

Nepal Hydropower Indigenous Rights Hit by Refiled Petition

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Current Affairs

Indigenous Singsa-Bhote community leaders filed a second writ petition in November 2025 at Nepal’s Supreme Court. They target the 63 MW Chhujung River Hydropower Project in the Lungbasamba region. The action challenges

Pakistan Transporters Strike Disrupts Billions in Trade

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Current Affairs

Lahore, December 13, 2025 – Goods transporters across Pakistan halted operations for a sixth day on Saturday, protesting the Punjab traffic ordinance 2025. The wheel jam strike Pakistan has triggered widespread supply

IOC Taliban Talks Ignite Hope for Afghan Women Athletes

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Current Affairs

IOC Taliban talks have opened a narrow path for Afghan women athletes to reclaim their place in sports, amid ongoing restrictions imposed by the Taliban. On Friday, Samira Asghari, Afghanistan’s representative on

IMF Pakistan Conditions Reach 64 in $7bn Bailout Push

Friday, December 12, 2025

Business

ISLAMABAD – The International Monetary Fund imposed 11 new conditions on Pakistan during the second review of its $7 billion extended fund facility on Thursday. These target corruption, tax reforms, and sector

Nepal Gen Z Protests Inflict $586m Economic Blow

Friday, December 12, 2025

Current Affairs

KATHMANDU – Nepal Gen Z protests in September 2025 triggered widespread unrest that killed 77 people and inflicted over $586 million in losses on the nation’s $42 billion economy, according to a

Best Places for Solo Female Traveler in South Asia: 5 Safe Gems

Friday, December 12, 2025

Opinion

South Asia emerges as a top region as best places for solo female traveler in 2025, with rising tourist numbers and safety measures boosting confidence. From India’s coastal retreats to Nepal’s mountain

Modi Trump Call Reviews Bilateral Progress

Friday, December 12, 2025

Business

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a productive phone conversation on Thursday. This Modi Trump call focusing on trade, defence and regional stability amid ongoing tariff negotiations. Indian

India Eases Chinese Business Visas in 4 Weeks to Boost Ties

Friday, December 12, 2025

Business

India eases Chinese Business Visas, cutting processing to four weeks and removing extra checks, officials said. This step aims to revive economic links strained since a 2020 border clash. The move follows

Peshawar Air Quality Plunges to Hazardous Levels in 2025

Friday, December 12, 2025

Current Affairs

Peshawar air quality reached hazardous levels throughout 2025, driven by unchecked emissions and seasonal smog. Official data from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shows average PM2.5 concentrations hit 98.2 µg/m³

Shehbaz Sharif Turkmenistan Visit Seals Connectivity Pacts

Friday, December 12, 2025

Business

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov in Ashgabat on Thursday to vow stronger Pakistan Turkmenistan bilateral ties. The Shehbaz Sharif Turkmenistan visit, part of a two-day official trip, focused

Bangladesh Election 2026: February Polls Set in Reform Era

Friday, December 12, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh’s Election Commission has scheduled the parliamentary election 2026 for February 12, the first national vote since the 2024 mass uprising ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin

India Canada Bilateral Ties Advance Via Envoy Engagements

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Business

OTTAWA – India’s High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh K Patnaik held key meetings with senior Canadian officials this week. The discussions advanced India Canada bilateral ties through focused talks on parliamentary cooperation

India: PM Modi-Tajani Meeting Yields 2025-29 Strategic Boost

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Business

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani on Wednesday. The Modi-Tajani meeting took place in New Delhi at 4:35 PM. Discussions focused on the Italy-India

Mexico Tariffs India: Up to 50% Hit on $8.9bn Exports

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Business

NEW DELHI – Mexico imposed up to 50 per cent tariffs on goods from India and other Asian nations without trade pacts on Thursday. The Senate approved Mexico tariffs measure at 4:35

Pakistan Says Afghan Terrorism Threat Claims 1,200 Lives in 2025

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Current Affairs

UNITED NATIONS – Pakistan warned the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday that the Pakistan Afghan terrorism threat from Afghan soil endangers national security and sovereignty. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad delivered the

Pakistan IMF Tranche Boosts Reserves by $1.2bn

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Business

ISLAMABAD – The State Bank received a $1.2 billion as Pakistan IMF tranche on Thursday. This disbursement follows the IMF Executive Board’s approval of the second review under the Extended Fund Facility

Great Himalayan Earthquake: 61% of India Now High-Risk

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Current Affairs

Japan’s issuance of a megaquake advisory on December 10 has spotlighted the Great Himalayan Earthquake threat, prompting India to reassess risks along its northern borders. The Japan Meteorological Agency triggered the alert

Trump Gold Card Visa Launches at $1 Million

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Business

US President Donald Trump launched the Trump gold card visa programme on 10 December 2025. The initiative offers permanent residency and a fast-track to citizenship for a $1 million payment per person.

Nepal Gen Z Pact: 10 Reforms Target Corruption

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Current Affairs

Nepal’s interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki signed a landmark 10-point Nepal Gen Z pact with Gen Z representatives on Wednesday evening. The agreement commits to Nepal anti-corruption reforms, electoral changes, and support

Bangladesh Exports Decline 6% in November Amid Debt Surge

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh’s merchandise exports fell by 6% in November 2025, reaching $3.89 billion, as mounting economic pressures from rising debt and inflation strain the nation’s recovery efforts. Officials attribute the slump to global

PSL New Teams Auction Fixed for January 6 in Major Expansion Push

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Sports

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) schedules an auction for two PSL new teams on January 6, 2026, to expand the HBL Pakistan Super League to eight franchises. Shortlisted cities include Faisalabad and

Basant Festival Lahore 2026: Feb 6-8 Revival Approved

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Current Affairs

The Punjab government approved the Basant festival Lahore 2026 on December 10, 2025. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz authorised the three-day celebration from February 6 to 8. Information Minister Azma Bokhari announced the

India Brunei Defence JWG: Inaugural Meet Signs ToR Pact

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

India Brunei defence JWG convened for the first time in New Delhi on 9 December 2025. The meeting co-chaired by Amitabh Prasad and Poh Kui Choon signed the Terms of Reference. Discussions

India: CPJ Writes Letter to PM Modi Over Jailed Journalists: Free two on Rights Day

2 Jailed Journalists: CPJ Writes Letter to PM Modi for Release

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

The CPJ letter, dated 8 December 2025, and addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calls on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to free two jailed journalists by 10 December. The Committee to Protect

DGCA IndiGo CEO Summon: Probe Into 3,400 Cancellations

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

The DGCA summons IndiGo CEO on December 11, 2025, at 3 p.m. in New Delhi. Pieter Elbers must attend with senior officials. He faces demands for comprehensive data on IndiGo flight disruptions

Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma ODI Rankings: 8-Point Thriller

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Sports

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI rankings heat up following the latest ICC update on 10 December 2025. Kohli climbed two places to second with 773 points. Sharma holds first at 781.

UNAMA Human Rights Afghanistan: Rights Essential for Recovery

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

UNAMA human rights efforts in Afghanistan intensified on International Human Rights Day, 10 December 2025. The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan has urged the de facto authorities to align with their global

Japan Aid to Rohingya Bangladesh: $1.5m Boosts Waste Management

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

Japan aid to Bangladesh for the Rohingya received a fresh $1.5 million infusion on 10 March 2025 for solid waste management in the Cox’s Bazar camps. The Government of Japan signed the

Bangladesh Debt Repayments Increase: 617% Surge

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Business

Bangladesh debt repayments increased to 617% from 2010 to 2024, reaching $7.3 billion last year. The World Bank flagged this as the fastest growth in South Asia. Exports failed to match the

Polio Outbreak Sindh, Pakistan: New Cases Spark Alarm

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

Polio outbreak Sindh escalates with nine confirmed cases in 2025. The province accounts for 29 of Pakistan’s total infections. Wild poliovirus type 1 drives the rise. Environmental surveillance has shown a positivity

Pakistan: Smuggled Iranian Diesel Seized in Balochistan – 1.76m Litres Nabbed

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Business

Smuggled Iranian diesel, totaling 1,764,615 liters, was seized in Balochistan on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. The Pakistan Coast Guards (PCG) conducted raids in the Uthal, Gwadar, and Pasni areas. Maritime patrols netted

India SIR Poll Workers Deaths: 8 in UP Amid Stress

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

India SIR poll workers deaths have mounted to over a dozen since the Special Intensive Revision began on 4 November 2025. Booth-level officers in Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and West Bengal bear the

India EU FTA: Deadline Push Targets 2025 Close

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Business

India and the European Union intensify efforts to seal the India EU FTA before year-end. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič on December 8-9. Talks focused on outstanding

Best Places to Visit in South Asia 2026: Ultimate Travel Guide

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Opinion

As 2026 approaches, travellers seek the best places to visit in South Asia 2026, from India’s vibrant coasts to Nepal’s mountain retreats. Travel operators report a surge in bookings, fuelled by government

Mobile Phone Taxes Pakistan: NA Orders Review Amid Affordability Crisis

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Business

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue has directed the Federal Board of Revenue and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority to review mobile phone taxes Pakistan imposes, citing unaffordable rates that burden

Urban Pollution Pakistan: Transport Emitters Slash Life by 3.9 Years

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

Transport and industry dominate urban pollution Pakistan, slashing average life expectancy by 3.9 years nationwide, a new Pakistan Air Quality Initiative (PAQI) report states. Released this week, “Unveiling Pakistan’s Air Pollution” maps

India vs South Africa T20 Opener: Pandya’s 59* Powers 101-Run Rout

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Sports

India crushed South Africa by 101 runs in the India vs South Africa T20 opener on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Hardik Pandya smashed an unbeaten 59 off

Amazon India Investment Surges to $35bn by 2030

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Business

New Delhi, India – Wednesday, 10 December 2025 Amazon has committed over US$35 billion to its India operations by 2030, announced today at the Amazon Smbhav Summit. The move targets AI expansion,

Bangladesh BNP Elections: Liberal Pivot Amid Key Split

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

As Bangladesh BNP elections loom, the BNP acts to distance itself from Islamist allies. This move targets urban voters and minorities in a nation still reeling from 2024 unrest. Acting chairman Tarique

Cyclone Ditwah Sri Lanka Kills 635, Ravages Tea Heartland

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Current Affairs

Cyclone Ditwah Sri Lanka battered last week, claiming 635 lives and displacing over two million people. The storm triggered floods and landslides that turned lush tea estates into barren wastelands. Officials warn

Sheikh Hasina Charges Framed in Disappearances Case

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

The International Crimes Tribunal orders charges framed against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 13 others for enforced disappearances and torture. The December 14 hearing advances accountability for alleged crimes against humanity.

Smuggled Goods Cumilla: BGB Seizes Tk 3.5 Crore Haul

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

Border Guard Bangladesh seized smuggled goods Cumilla valued at Tk 3.5 crore during operations from December 1 to 7. Troops targeted border areas in Cumilla and Brahmanbaria districts. The hauls included Indian

PM Shehbaz Sharif Indonesia Talks Seal 7 MoUs

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Business

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed his talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as productive, yielding seven MoUs to boost trade and health ties amid the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Prime Minister

Pakistan-Afghanistani Attack In Kurram Kills 6 Soldiers

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

At least six Pakistani soldiers died in a Pakistan-Afghanistan attack in Kurram on Monday night, when militants targeted a security checkpoint in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The assault wounded four more troops and

Pokhara Airport Corruption: 55 Charged in $75m Graft Probe

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

KATHMANDU, Nepal (South Asian Desk) – Nepal’s Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) charged 55 individuals and a Chinese construction company with corruption on Sunday, alleging they colluded to

M5 Motorway Closed for Hours in Fog Crisis

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

A thick blanket of dense fog forced the closure of a key stretch of the M5 Motorway on Monday, August 25, 2025, disrupting travel for commuters between Multan and Sukkur. The National

Afghan Education Minister’s Iran Visit Strengthens Academic Ties

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

Afghan Education Minister Sheikh Neda Mohammad Nadeem led a delegation to Iran this week, focusing on bilateral academic cooperation. The visit targets enhanced exchanges amid Taliban higher education Iran reforms. Officials met

Pakistan UN Humanitarian Appeal Secures $64.9m for 1.9m People

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Business

Pakistan will receive $64.9 million under the Pakistan UN humanitarian appeal as part of the United Nations’ $33 billion global plan for 2026. This targets 1.9 million vulnerable people in Pakistan facing

India China Tensions Escalate After Airport Incident

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Current Affairs

India lodged a formal protest on December 8, 2025, after Prema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK-based Indian passport holder born in Arunachal Pradesh, faced 18 hours of detention at Shanghai Pudong International Airport

US Tariffs Ruin 400,000 Jobs in India Diamond Industry

Diamond Industry: US Tariffs Ruin 400,000 Jobs in India

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Business

New US tariffs on cut and polished diamonds have triggered mass layoffs across the US tariffs India diamond industry, affecting nearly 400,000 workers in Gujarat’s hubs. On Monday, December 9, 2025 reports

Telangana Rising Summit 2025 Unveils $3 Trillion Vision

Monday, December 8, 2025

Business

HYDERABAD: Governor Jishnu Dev Varma inaugurated the Telangana Rising Summit 2025 on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 4:35 PM at Bharat Future City in Meerkhanpet. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy delivered the

India, Rajnath Singh Border Projects: 125 Boost Security

Monday, December 8, 2025

Current Affairs

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 125 Rajnath Singh border projects on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 4:35 PM from Ladakh. The Border Roads Organisation completed the works at Rs 5000 crore cost.

UN Aid Cuts 2026 Slash Needs by Half

Monday, December 8, 2025

Business

ISLAMABAD: The United Nations launched its UN aid cuts 2026 plan on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 4:35 PM. It seeks $23 billion to aid 87 million people. This halves the 2025

Indonesian PM Prabowo Subianto Pakistan Visit Boosts Ties in 2 Days

Monday, December 8, 2025

Business

ISLAMABAD: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Islamabad on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 4:35 PM for a two-day official visit. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif extended the invitation. President Asif Ali

Gold Rate India Rises 1.7% on Dollar Dip, Fed Cut Hopes

Monday, December 8, 2025

Business

The gold rate India surged 1.7 percent to ₹1,31,320 per 10 grams for 24-carat on Monday, December 8, 2025. This climb followed a 0.15 percent drop in the US dollar index to

India Coal Power 2035: Caps at 307 GW with No Expansion

Monday, December 8, 2025

Business

New Delhi, December 8, 2025 – India has no immediate plans to expand coal power capacity beyond 2035, capping it at 307 gigawatts, a top power ministry official stated on Sunday. This

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