Pakistani actor Ahmed Ali Akbar, renowned for his stellar performances, has stirred excitement among his fans as rumors about his upcoming marriage circulate. The star, famous for his portrayal of Parizaad in the popular drama of the same name, is reportedly set to marry lawyer and digital content creator Maham Batool this February. Known for keeping a low-profile, Ahmed Ali Akbar is admired not only for his acting skills but also for his ability to stay out of the media spotlight when not engaged in professional commitments. His fans, who adore him for his humble nature, are eagerly awaiting the…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
One person died on Sunday in heavy flooding in Australia’s north Queensland state, authorities said, urging thousands of people to move to higher ground due to torrential rains. Queensland authorities said major flooding was underway in coastal Hinchinbrook Shire, a locality of around 11,000 people located about 500km (310 miles) north of state capital Brisbane. Several suburbs in the nearby city of Townsville were also impacted, authorities said. North Queensland has large zinc reserves as well as major deposits of silver, lead, copper, and iron ore, with Townsville being a major processing center for the region’s base metals. In 2019,…
At least 56 people were killed and 158 others wounded after artillery shells struck a bustling vegetable market in Omdurman, Sudan’s Health Ministry confirmed on Sunday. The attack, blamed on the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has been described as one of the deadliest in recent weeks, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis gripping the war-torn nation. Khalid al-Aleisir, Sudan’s Minister of Culture and government spokesperson, strongly condemned the assault, saying the casualties included a significant number of women and children. “This criminal act adds to the bloody record of this militia,” he stated. “It constitutes a blatant violation of international…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday appointed retired Major General Eyal Zamir as the new chief of staff of the country’s armed forces. Zamir, who previously served as deputy chief of staff from 2018 to 2021, will replace Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, who announced his resignation last month, taking responsibility for the security lapses that led to Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel. Halevi is set to leave office on March 6. A statement from Netanyahu’s office confirmed the appointment, stating that the prime minister and Defence Minister Israel Katz had reached a consensus on Zamir’s leadership.…
India has raised its defense budget by 9.5%, allocating $78 billion for the year 2025. The Modi government’s latest budget reveals that defense spending now constitutes 8% of the country’s GDP, making India the fourth-largest defense spender globally, following the United States, Russia, and China. According to international media reports, the budget includes $5.6 billion for the acquisition of new fighter jets and $2.8 billion to enhance the naval fleet. Despite over 80 million people in India living below the poverty line, the country continues to prioritize military expansion, further fueling regional tensions with its aggressive defense policies.
Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in Saudi Arabia on Sunday for his first official visit since taking office, marking a significant step in strengthening ties between Damascus and Riyadh. Accompanying him on the visit is Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, highlighting the high-level diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Upon arrival at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, President al-Sharaa was warmly received by Deputy Emir of Riyadh, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman. Discussions during the visit are expected to focus on bilateral relations and key regional issues, as both countries work toward stability and cooperation in the evolving Middle Eastern political…
Canada has launched a trade war against its closest ally, the United States, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announcing 25% retaliatory tariffs on $155 billion worth of American goods in response to President Donald Trump’s new import taxes. Trump signed an emergency order imposing 25% tariffs on most Canadian imports and 10% levies on Canadian energy, effective February 4 at 12:01 a.m. ET. Trudeau, after consultations with his cabinet and provincial leaders, declared that Canada will not back down, vowing to protect Canadian jobs and industries. The Canadian tariffs will be implemented in two phases: $30 billion worth of U.S.…
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Panama for his first foreign trip, marking a significant diplomatic moment as he brings President Donald Trump’s demands to the forefront, especially regarding the Panama Canal. Rubio’s mission, under the banner of Trump’s “America First” policy, also includes discussions on trade relations, migration, and combating drug trafficking. The Panamanian government, however, has made it clear that there will be no negotiations on the ownership of the Panama Canal. President José Raúl Mulino stated on Thursday that the canal is “not up for negotiation,” emphasizing Panama’s control over the waterway. Trump’s previous…
US President Donald Trump has imposed steep tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, escalating trade tensions and raising concerns of a fresh global economic slowdown. The move, which was formalized through three separate executive orders on Saturday, is set to take effect from Tuesday. The tariffs include a 25% duty on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% duty on Chinese goods, with energy imports from Canada facing a lower 10% levy. The measures come as part of Trump’s pledge to address what he calls a “national emergency” over fentanyl smuggling and illegal immigration. The announcement sparked…
A tragic crash involving a small Learjet 55 aircraft occurred on Friday evening in Northeast Philadelphia, causing multiple fatalities and widespread destruction. The plane, a medical evacuation air ambulance, crashed shortly after departing from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, reportedly killing all six people on board. The victims included four crew members, a pediatric medical patient, and the patient’s escort. The aircraft was en route to Springfield-Branson National Airport in Missouri when it crashed, bursting into flames and setting several nearby homes on fire. Local authorities have confirmed that at least one house and multiple vehicles were consumed by the fire, while…
