A Morning of Violence in a Restive City A deadly wave of violence shook Pakistan on November 24, 2025, when a coordinated suicide bombing and gun attack targeted the Frontier Constabulary (FC) headquarters in Peshawar. Two suicide bombers detonated explosives at the main entrance and inside the compound, enabling gunmen to infiltrate the facility. The swift…
A Renewed Push for Economic Ambition Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have opened a new chapter in India–Canada relations, unveiling an ambitious plan to raise bilateral trade to USD 50 billion by the early 2030s. This declaration signals a determined shift from years of diplomatic friction toward a future anchored…
A Strategic Defence Milestone The United States has approved a $93 million arms sale to India, marking a significant development in bilateral defence cooperation. The package includes the Javelin anti-tank missile system and Excalibur precision-guided artillery projectiles, signaling a strengthening of military ties amid evolving geopolitical challenges in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia. The deal underscores…
G20 in Johannesburg Amid Diplomatic Tensions South Africa is preparing to host the 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg, a high-profile gathering of the world’s largest economies representing 85% of global GDP and two-thirds of the world population. However, the event has been overshadowed by the United States’ decision to boycott, citing allegations regarding the treatment of the…
Glamour Overshadowed by Unrest The Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand unfolded not merely as a global celebration of beauty and culture but as a contentious event marked by protests, public confrontations, and allegations of misconduct. While Mexico’s Fatima Bosch ultimately secured the crown, her victory came amid unprecedented turbulence—raising pressing concerns about the pageant’s credibility…
A Discovery Laden with Tactical and Emotional Weight Israel’s uncovering of a sprawling Hamas tunnel network in southern Gaza has brought renewed focus to the subterranean dimension of the Israel–Hamas conflict. Stretching more than seven kilometers and descending nearly 25 meters underground, the tunnel housed 80 rooms and—most poignantly—the remains of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, an…
A Region Overwhelmed by Relentless Rain Central Vietnam is reeling under the impact of three days of unyielding torrential rains that have triggered catastrophic flooding and deadly landslides. At least 41 people have lost their lives, and thousands have been uprooted as the region faces its worst natural disaster in recent years. Known for its thriving coffee plantations…
The proposed US sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Saudi Arabia—spotlighted during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s ceremonial White House visit—has triggered global controversy. The package signals a dramatic policy shift, with Donald Trump championing future F-35 deliveries alongside Riyadh’s pledge of nearly $1 trillion in US investments. The announcement has ignited debates around Israel’s security…
Tech Slump and Crypto Crash Trigger Market Pullback On Monday, November 17, 2025, U.S. stock markets slid sharply as major technology firms—led by Nvidia—and the cryptocurrency sector experienced steep declines. The S&P 500 fell 0.9%, extending its retreat from last month’s record high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 557 points, or 1.2%, while the Nasdaq composite…
A Historic Verdict That Shakes a Nation In a ruling that has stunned Bangladesh and reverberated across South Asia, the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death, finding her guilty of crimes against humanity for the brutal 2024 crackdown on student protesters. The verdict—handed down in a televised session—marks the…
