In a move aimed at supporting the US coal industry, which is seen as expensive and environmentally polluting, US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to purchase electricity generated from coal. According to a report by Al Jazeera, a presidential memo issued on Wednesday directed the Defense Department to enter into long-term agreements with coal-fired power plants and safeguard coal-based energy assets. The memo does not specify the amount of electricity or financial terms. During a speech to coal industry representatives at the White House, Trump stated that coal plants play a crucial role in keeping homes warm, powering…
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The details of the woman who went on a shooting spree in British Columbia, Canada, killing 10 people, including herself, have come to light. According to international media reports, an 18-year-old trans woman named Jasleen Kaur Rattan, who suffered from mental health issues, carried out the attacks. Before firing at her former school, Jasleen shot and killed her mother and stepbrother at home. Reports suggest that she fired at the people without any specific motive, resulting in a total of 10 deaths. The incident took place in the town of Tumbler Ridge. Jasleen had previously withdrawn from school four years…
Bangladesh is witnessing a crucial moment in its history as the country goes to the polls for its 13th general election. The election process, which began at 3:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time, will continue until 9:00 PM, covering 299 constituencies across the country. The nation is bracing itself for the outcome of this election, which is being watched closely by both local and international observers. Leaders from various parties, including Jamaat-e-Islami’s Secretary General Shafiqur Rahman, Bangladesh National Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman, Chief Advisor to the Government of Bangladesh Professor Muhammad Yunus, and convener of the National Citizen’s Party (JNP)…
A shocking incident of murder has been reported in Bangalore, India, where a 33-year-old tech professional, Rohan Chandra Bhatt, allegedly stabbed his retired military father and dentist mother to death in a domestic dispute. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning around 7 am. According to reports, the dispute arose after Bhatt was apparently banned from playing online games by his parents, following a similar incident in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, where three young sisters jumped to their deaths from the 9th floor of their building last week. The police have confirmed that Bhatt attacked his parents with a knife due to…
Iran has made it clear that it will not compromise on its ballistic missile program, regardless of whether it is through negotiations with the US or increased pressure. According to Arab media, Ali Shamkhani, advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, stated that Iran’s missile capabilities are non-negotiable, and the country is only willing to discuss its nuclear program, not its defensive capabilities. This stance by Iran comes after the recent indirect talks between the US and Iran in Oman, which yielded no significant progress. The US wants to include Iran’s missile program and its allies in the region in the negotiations,…
Bangladesh authorities have launched a crackdown on corruption, seizing large sums of money from different locations across six districts. According to media reports, a top official of the Jamaat-e-Islami was arrested at Dhaka airport during the crackdown, and 74 million Taka was found in his possession. The arrest is part of the ongoing efforts to curb vote buying and financial irregularities ahead of the parliamentary elections. The elections, which began at 3 pm on Sunday, will continue until 9 pm in 299 constituencies across Bangladesh. Despite the crackdown, opposition parties have accused the ruling party of trying to influence the…
In a dramatic turn of events, a Fokker 50 aircraft carrying 55 passengers made an emergency landing in the shallow waters off the coast of Mogadishu, Somalia, after experiencing a technical glitch. According to the Somali Civil Aviation Authority, the plane, which was on a domestic flight from Mogadishu to the northern city of Galkayo, encountered a technical issue about 15 minutes into the flight. The crew reported the issue to the air traffic control, and the pilot attempted to land the plane safely, but it failed to come to a complete stop on the runway and veered off onto…
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 series has been spotted with possible leaks revealing its design and features. According to an international media report, the iPhone 18’s design might resemble the iPhone 17 series, but users can expect significant changes in performance and features. The report suggests that the iPhone 18 might be slightly thinner than its predecessor and will offer some new colors such as Burgundy, Cappuccino, and Magenta. The iPhone 18 is rumored to run on Apple’s upcoming A20 chip, which is built on a 2nm process, and will offer storage options starting from 256GB. Furthermore, the report mentions that…
Pakistan’s electric vehicle industry is on the cusp of a significant breakthrough, thanks to a commitment from Japan’s renowned business tycoon, Malik Saleem. In an exclusive interview with Jang, Malik Saleem expressed his willingness to establish a full-fledged manufacturing factory for electric bikes and buses in Pakistan, provided the government provides a clear commitment and a buy-back guarantee. For the past decade, the company has been manufacturing electric vehicles, buses, cars, and heavy vehicles in China, which have been successfully sold in several Latin American countries, including Chile and Peru. According to Malik Saleem, if the government assures a buy-back…
Bangladeshi nationalist party leader Habib Ullah died after falling off a polling station in Khulna, a city in Bangladesh. The Bangladeshi media reports that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has accused the Jamaat-e-Islami party workers of pushing Habib Ullah. According to BNP, Habib Ullah, 60, fell while being pushed and got a head injury. He was taken to a hospital where doctors confirmed his death. The parliamentary elections in Bangladesh have concluded with the counting of ballots underway. The country’s 299 constituencies witnessed a peaceful voting process from 6 am to 3 pm local time. However, the BNP leader’s death…
