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China powers up Pakistan’s navy again, 3rd Hangor-Class Submarine delivered

China has reportedly delivered a third high-tech submarine to Pakistan as part of an ongoing military deal. New Delhi: In a step that can be seen towards deepening military ties with Pakistan, China has reportedly delivered the third of eight planned Hangor-class submarines. The launch ceremony for the vessel was held in Wuhan, in China’s Hubei province, according to the state-run Global Times. The transfer is part of a defence agreement between the two countries, which includes the construction and delivery of a total of eight submarines, four to be built in China and the remaining four in Pakistan. The…

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One killed, several injured as passenger train derails in Pakistan’s Punjab

The Awam Express en route to Karachi from Peshawar derailed in Lodhran district of Punjab, around 400 km from Lahore, Deputy Commissioner (Lodhran) Lubna Nazir said. Lahore: At least one passenger was killed and 25 others injured after several coaches of a passenger train derailed in Pakistan's Punjab province on Sunday.  The  Awam Express, which was travelling from Peshawar to Karachi, went off the tracks in Lodhran district, about 400 km from Lahore, Deputy Commissioner Lubna Nazir told reporters. "Some four coaches of the train were derailed, leaving one passenger dead and 25 injured," she said, adding that the condition…

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Zelenskyy calls Russia’s refusal to accept ceasefire ‘complicating situation’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy came down heavily on Russia’s rejection of a ceasefire proposal, warning that Moscow’s stance is deepening the war’s complexity and threatening future peace in the region. New Delhi: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued a strong statement on Saturday, condemning Russia’s continued military strikes and rejection of ceasefire proposals. “We see that Russia rebuffs numerous calls for a ceasefire and has not yet determined when it will stop the killing. This complicates the situation,” Zelenskyy posted on X (formerly Twitter). He said that ending the violence was a prerequisite for peace in the region. “If they lack the…

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Melania Trump appeals Putin to ‘think about children’ amid conflict; emotional letter goes viral

US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin met in Alaska to hold discussions on ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Putin, however, called the meeting productive but it ended without any agreement over the ongoing conflict. New Delhi: The first lady of the United States, Melania Trump, in an unusual move wrote a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin and got it hand-delivered by Donald Trump during a meeting between the two leaders in Alaska. In her letter, Melania requested Putin to consider the safety and well being of children amid ongoing unrest between Russia and Ukraine. Without specifically mentioning…

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Putin demands full control of Donetsk, Luhansk; Zelenskyy unlikely to accept proposal: Report

Ukraine war: In the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, Putin's forces have made a lot of gains since November last year. As of now, Russia controls around 70 per cent of Donetsk, but most of its western cities are under the control of Ukraine. In Luhansk, Russia controls nearly the entire region. Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded a complete withdrawal of Kyiv from the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of a deal to end the war in Ukraine. He put forth his demand during the Alaska summit with Donald Trump on August 15, where he assured the US…

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India welcomes Trump-Putin Alaska meet, calls leadership ‘commendable’

India on Saturday welcomed US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s Alaska Summit. New Delhi: India on Saturday expressed its appreciation for the recent summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, acknowledging their commitment to “dialogue and diplomacy” in seeking an end to the conflict in Ukraine. In a statement released on Saturday, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) welcomed the high-stakes summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The MEA expressed appreciation for the two leaders’ ongoing efforts toward peace, describing their leadership…

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Janmashtami 2025: Devotees celebrate across globe, including Pakistan’s historic Krishna temples

Janmashtami 2025 is being celebrated with devotion across the world, including in Pakistan, where historic Krishna temples still draw worshippers, reflecting Lord Krishna's global spiritual legacy. New Delhi: The festival of Janmashtami, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, is being observed with great fervour and devotion across India. Long queues of devotees have been seen outside temples nationwide. However, what many might not know is that Janmashtami is also celebrated in Pakistan, where several historic Krishna temples still exist and continue to attract devotees during this auspicious occasion. Krishna temples in Pakistan Among the most prominent is the Krishna Mandir…

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Putin reveals ‘US-Russia bilateral trade up by 20% under Trump administration’

Putin reveals a 20% surge in US-Russia trade, raising questions amid US tariffs on India. New Delhi: Amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding the Ukraine war, a recent revelation by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a high-stakes summit with US President Donald Trump has ignited debates over US trade policies. While Trump has imposed hefty tariffs on India for purchasing Russian oil, Putin disclosed that bilateral trade between the US and Russia has increased by 20%. This revelation has left many questioning double standards in the Trump administration’s global trade approach. During the joint press conference following the summit…

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Pakistan again extends closure of Rahim Yar Khan airbase destroyed by Indian strikes during Operation Sindoor

Pakistan’s military infrastructure continues to be reeling from the impact of India’s precision strikes under Operation Sindoor. New Delhi: Pakistan’s Rahim Yar Khan airbase in Punjab province will remain closed until August 22, 2025, following extensive damage caused by India's precision strikes during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Initially expected to reopen by August 6, the base central to Pakistan's air defense network seems to have suffered irreparable damage to its runway and operational facilities. The Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by Pakistan has been updated. Open-source intelligence expert Damien Saymon in a post on social media, wrote, “Pakistan once…

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‘Lord Krishna has spread…’: Bangladesh’s Yunus wishes Hindus on Janmashtami

Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government in Bangladesh, wished Hindus on Janmashtami. Read what he said. New Delhi: Nearly a year after the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent former ISKCON priest and spokesperson for the Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, the interim government of Bangladesh extended greetings to the Hindu community during the celebration of Janmashtami. Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government, issued a message of peace and communal harmony. Yunus praised the ideals of Lord Sri Krishna, calling his message of justice, human compassion, and peace pivotal in fostering…

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