The Asian Games saw Pakistan’s men’s hockey team excel with a 9-0 victory over Thailand, while other sports faced challenges as athletes were unable to advance in their events. Upcoming boxing matches feature key competitors aiming for medals.
Six individuals, including two army officers, lost their lives in armed clashes in Hangu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while eight militants were killed. The military reports ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region amidst rising attacks.
As Punjab prepares for its 2027 elections, stubble burning remains a critical issue, with the administration likely to avoid penalizing farmers to secure votes. This political strategy raises concerns about the long-term implications for environmental policies in the region.
North Korea has launched two ballistic missiles into the sea, continuing a series of military exercises amid high regional tensions. This follows the U.S. scaling back joint military drills with South Korea, raising concerns over security in East Asia.
Aleema Khanum, the sister of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been arrested in Lahore ahead of upcoming protests supporting her brother. The PTI party denounces the arrest as illegal, while her family demands information on her whereabouts. Imran Khan has been imprisoned since 2023 on various charges, with his health deteriorating during his time in custody.
A man in Punjab’s Namol village consumed poison in protest against the local administration’s inaction on drug sales, sparking political controversy and calls for accountability.
A man in Bengaluru was arrested after a video surfaced showing him threatening individuals with a dagger while riding a motorcycle. The incident, which created public panic, led to police intervention and raised concerns about urban safety. Authorities are now focusing on community safety measures following the event.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced plans to prohibit burqas in schools and require Italian language lessons for parents of foreign students struggling to integrate. This initiative seeks to promote cultural assimilation and support foreign students in adapting to the Italian education system.
The Indian government has issued a warning to trustees of the Tata Group, emphasizing that they must comply with listing requirements. Legal expert Harish Salve pointed out that this intervention marks a significant recognition of the need for transparency in corporate governance, particularly for large conglomerates. The implications of this directive could reshape the governance landscape for family-run businesses in India, pushing them towards greater accountability.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has vowed to continue his leadership despite facing electoral setbacks in recent state elections, where his party, the CDU, is projected to suffer significant losses. Merz describes the results as a “disaster” but remains committed to pushing forward with economic and social reforms.
The Asian Games saw Pakistan’s men’s hockey team excel with a 9-0 victory over Thailand, while other sports faced challenges as athletes were unable to advance in their events. Upcoming boxing matches feature key competitors aiming for medals.
Six individuals, including two army officers, lost their lives in armed clashes in Hangu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while eight militants were killed. The military reports ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region amidst rising attacks.
As Punjab prepares for its 2027 elections, stubble burning remains a critical issue, with the administration likely to avoid penalizing farmers to secure votes. This political strategy raises concerns about the long-term implications for environmental policies in the region.
North Korea has launched two ballistic missiles into the sea, continuing a series of military exercises amid high regional tensions. This follows the U.S. scaling back joint military drills with South Korea, raising concerns over security in East Asia.
Aleema Khanum, the sister of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been arrested in Lahore ahead of upcoming protests supporting her brother. The PTI party denounces the arrest as illegal, while her family demands information on her whereabouts. Imran Khan has been imprisoned since 2023 on various charges, with his health deteriorating during his time in custody.
A man in Punjab’s Namol village consumed poison in protest against the local administration’s inaction on drug sales, sparking political controversy and calls for accountability.
A man in Bengaluru was arrested after a video surfaced showing him threatening individuals with a dagger while riding a motorcycle. The incident, which created public panic, led to police intervention and raised concerns about urban safety. Authorities are now focusing on community safety measures following the event.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced plans to prohibit burqas in schools and require Italian language lessons for parents of foreign students struggling to integrate. This initiative seeks to promote cultural assimilation and support foreign students in adapting to the Italian education system.
The Indian government has issued a warning to trustees of the Tata Group, emphasizing that they must comply with listing requirements. Legal expert Harish Salve pointed out that this intervention marks a significant recognition of the need for transparency in corporate governance, particularly for large conglomerates. The implications of this directive could reshape the governance landscape for family-run businesses in India, pushing them towards greater accountability.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has vowed to continue his leadership despite facing electoral setbacks in recent state elections, where his party, the CDU, is projected to suffer significant losses. Merz describes the results as a “disaster” but remains committed to pushing forward with economic and social reforms.
