As the death toll from the Swat River incident tragically reached 12, critical questions have emerged regarding administrative lapses, rampant illegal riverbed mining, and delayed rescue operations, all of which may have exacerbated the catastrophe. The event unfolded on Friday when 17 members of a family from Sialkot were swept away by a sudden surge in the Swat River while enjoying a picnic near its bank. Harrowing videos circulated online, depicting the family trapped on a rapidly diminishing island of land, desperately calling for help for nearly an hour with no immediate rescue in sight. To date, 12 bodies have…
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated on Monday that India is attempting to weaponize water against Pakistan, asserting that Islamabad will not permit any encroachment on its sovereignty or territorial integrity. Speaking at an event commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), Dar accused India of trying to hold 240 million Pakistanis hostage through what he termed “water terrorism” – a direct reference to New Delhi’s perceived abeyance of the Indus Waters Treaty. “India cannot impose its will on Pakistan and must reconsider its policies,” the Deputy Prime Minister declared. He warned…
While fierce conflict escalated between the powerful militaries of India and Pakistan, a different kind of battle was also waged on the cultural front, despite a long-standing shared appreciation for films and music. The deadly hostilities in early May—the most severe in decades—impacted artists who had previously been unaffected by the animosity between the leaders of both nations. Ali Gul Pir, a Pakistani rapper and comedian with a significant Indian fan base, had released a song years ago that satirized Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Although he faced no repercussions at that time, in May, his YouTube channel and Instagram…
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Brussels: The European Commission is set to propose that carbon credits purchased from other countries can count towards the European Union’s 2040 climate target, a Commission document seen by Reuters indicates. The Commission is expected to propose a legally binding EU climate target for 2040 on July 2. The EU executive had initially envisioned a 90% net emissions reduction against 1990 levels. However, in recent months, it has sought to introduce more flexibility into this objective, responding to resistance from member states like Italy, Poland, and the Czech Republic, who are concerned about the financial implications. An internal Commission summary…
Islamabad: In a decision set to bring significant relief to millions of electricity users, the federal government is reportedly on the verge of eliminating the Rs35 monthly Pakistan Television (PTV) fee currently added to electricity bills, as reported by The News. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to make a formal announcement soon, ending a long-standing levy that impacts over 40 million residential, commercial, and industrial power consumers nationwide. This fee, which has been a persistent source of public dissatisfaction, generated approximately Rs1.5 billion per month—nearly Rs16 billion annually—for the state-run broadcaster through automatic deductions from utility bills. A senior…
Beyoncé was compelled to interrupt her “Cowboy Carter” concert in Houston, Texas, when the flying car she was using for her “16 Carriages” performance appeared to tilt precariously mid-air. This alarming incident stunned the audience, with many quickly pulling out their phones to record the unfolding drama. Beyoncé was visibly at a clear angle before she sternly commanded, “Stop.” The “Halo” hitmaker reiterated, “Stop, stop, stop,” her voice betraying growing concern, mirrored by the visible worry among her fanbase. Fortunately, the car, suspended by a harness, was safely lowered back to the stage. Beyoncé, ever the professional, then resumed her…
The horror TV series Stranger Things is set to release its fifth and final season at the end of this year. A cast member of the show has confirmed this news, urging fans to prepare for what promises to be the most emotional ending yet. Noah Schnapp, the 20-year-old actor who portrays Will Byers in the acclaimed Netflix series, told E!, “It’s beyond anything we’ve done yet. It’s so big and so intimate and so heartfelt and probably the most emotional work we’ve done.” He also candidly advised fans to “prepare for tears.” Schnapp further revealed that the emotional impact…
Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap are reportedly facing assessment by the police in England regarding their 2025 Glastonbury performance. During their set, the band led the crowd in chants of “Free Mo Chara and f*** Keir Starmer” and also thanked the Glastonbury organizers for not succumbing to pressure to cancel their gig. Avon and Somerset Police issued a statement via their official social media, saying: “We are aware of the comments made by acts on the West Holts Stage at Glastonbury Festival this afternoon. Video evidence will be assessed by officers to determine whether any offences may have been committed that…
Scarlett Johansson recently confessed that her upcoming film, Tower of Terror, presents “a hard nut to crack.” The 40-year-old actress has been attached to the movie, which is inspired by Disney’s popular theme park ride, for years, but progress on the project has been slow. Scarlett explained to EW.com: “It’s a hard nut to crack. Harder than you think, because the ride itself, there’s some lore to it, but it’s… I don’t want to say thin, but it is, kind of!” The Black Widow star continued, “[It] doesn’t have so much to dig into. That’s part of the mystery of…
