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Pakistan reels under financial crisis amid ongoing war, cancels national day parade to save fuel

Pakistan reels under financial crisis amid ongoing war, cancels national day parade to save fuel

Islamabad: Pakistan is facing a deepening crisis due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with the situation now directly impacting its fuel supplies. In a major decision, the Pakistani government has announced the cancellation of the Pakistan Day parade as part of austerity measures to conserve petrol and diesel. The office of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared the update on X, confirming that the traditional parade scheduled for March 23, 2026, will not take place this year. Gulf oil crisis forces austerity measures In its official statement, the Prime Minister's Office said, "In view of the Gulf oil crisis…
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India, Pakistan clubbed in same group in Men’s Hockey World Cup, arch-rivals to clash three times in 2026

India, Pakistan clubbed in same group in Men’s Hockey World Cup, arch-rivals to clash three times in 2026

New Delhi: India and Pakistan have been clubbed in the same group in the upcoming FIH Men's Hockey World Cup. The mega event is scheduled to take place from August 15 to 30, with the Netherlands and Belgium co-hosting the tournament. The draw ceremony took place at the Wagener Stadium in Amsterdam on Tuesday, and the detailed schedule is expected to be released soon. Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are in Pool D alongside England and Wales and all the matches of this group will be played in the Netherlands. Notably, the two teams will lock horns against each other in…
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Dubai, Abu Dhabi News LIVE Updates: Iranian projectile strikes near Australian military base in UAE

Dubai, Abu Dhabi News LIVE Updates: Iranian projectile strikes near Australian military base in UAE

New Delhi: As the war continues to escalate in the Middle East, Israel killed two senior Iranian security officials in a major blow to the Islamic Republic's leadership as it faces its greatest test in decades. Following this, Iran responded today with renewed missile and drone attacks on its Gulf Arab neighbours and Israel. Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, was considered one of the most powerful figures in the country since Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in an airstrike on the first day of the war. General Gholam Reza Soleimani was the head of…
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Australian players advised to stay away from Peshawar in PSL 2026 amid Pakistan’s tensions with Afghanistan

Australian players advised to stay away from Peshawar in PSL 2026 amid Pakistan’s tensions with Afghanistan

New Delhi: The upcoming edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to commence on March 26, and a strong overseas contingent has been signed by the league to feature in the tournament. Star players from Australia are the major attraction this time around with the likes of Steve Smith, David Warner and Glenn Maxwell, among others, taking part in the competition. Despite Pakistan's tensions with Afghanistan, Cricket Australia has permitted the players to travel to Pakistan for the PSL but according to a report in CODE Sports, the board has advised the cricketers to stay away from Peshawar.…
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Israel vows to hunt Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid escalating missile onslaught

Israel vows to hunt Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid escalating missile onslaught

Tel Aviv (Israel): Israel's military has issued a stark warning to Iran's newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, vowing to relentlessly pursue and neutralize him as part of an ongoing campaign against threats to the Jewish state. In a bold statement delivered, IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin emphasised that no one raising a hand against Israel is immune, declaring, "We will pursue him, find him, and neutralise him." This comes amid heightened tensions following Khamenei's ascension to power, with the IDF confirming they currently lack intelligence on his exact whereabouts but remain committed to targeting high-profile figures. Defrin's remarks, reported by…
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Kayakรถy: The Turkish ghost village that once thrived with 10,000 Greeks |

Kayakรถy: The Turkish ghost village that once thrived with 10,000 Greeks |

Kayakรถy, an abandoned town located in Turkey's southwestern MuฤŸla province, has been referred to as a ghost town. In addition, it has been designated by the NIA (National Immigration Agency) as an open-air museum in memory of the 1923 population exchange between Greece and Turkey. Following the Greco-Turkish War, the town's 10,000 inhabitants (all of whom were Greek Orthodox) were expelled from their homes and forced to flee. Hundreds of stone houses and two very large churches were left vacant and were designated as property of the Turkish government. The vibrant multicultural community of Levissi was turned into a preserved…
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Maharashtra Dy CM Shinde meets PM Modi, discusses state issues

Maharashtra Dy CM Shinde meets PM Modi, discusses state issues

Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, discussing various issues concerning the state. ย  The meeting took place at the Parliament House and lasted for over an hour. ย  Shiv Sena Members of Parliament, led by Parliamentary Party Leader Shrikant Shinde, also interacted with the prime minister, they said. ย  ย  Shinde said, "Whenever the Parliament session begins, I usually come here. Yesterday, I had a meeting with our MPs. I try to attend every Parliament session, and I came this time as well. During my visit to Parliament, I met with Prime…
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Fire breaks out on US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford

Fire breaks out on US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford

New Delhi: In the middle of rising tensions in West Asia, a major fire broke out aboard the US nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford, according to reports. The fire reportedly started in the shipโ€™s main laundry area and quickly spread through ventilation ducts to other sections. It took sailors more than 30 hours of continuous effort to bring the situation under control. At least three sailors were injured in the incident. Two suffered from smoke inhalation and were treated on board, while one had to be flown out for further medical care. The fire has disrupted daily life…
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Divyanka Tripathi, Vivek Dahiya expecting first child

Divyanka Tripathi, Vivek Dahiya expecting first child

Small screenโ€™s beloved couple, Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya, are expecting their first child. ย  According to reports, the actress is six months pregnant and the baby is expected in June. The couple is likely to make an announcement soon. Insiders claim that families of both the actors are preparing to organise a baby shower soon. ย  Divyanka and Vivek first met on the sets of the popular television show โ€œYeh Hai Mohabbateinโ€ and soon fell in love. They tied the knot on July 8, 2016, in a grand yet private ceremony in Bhopal, attended by close friends and members…
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‘I’m alive’: Netanyahu mocks death rumours again, appears in video with US envoy

‘I’m alive’: Netanyahu mocks death rumours again, appears in video with US envoy

New Delhi: Amid ongoing rumours about his death circulating on social media, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again dismissed the claims, this time with humor. In a new video, Netanyahu is seen walking alongside US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, joking about the viral speculation. Huckabee quips that US President Donald Trump had sent him to check if Netanyahu was alright. Responding with a smile, Netanyahu says, โ€œYes, Mike, Iโ€™m alive.โ€ Takes aim at โ€˜six fingersโ€™ conspiracyย  Netanyahu also addressed another viral claim suggesting his videos were AI-generated. Mocking the theory, he joked about having โ€œfive fingers on…
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