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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Floods and landslides leave dozens dead in region

Heavy rains triggered floods and landslides across northern India and Nepal, killing at least 68 people over three days, officials said Sunday. Uttar Pradesh reported 56 deaths and more than 1,000 damaged homes, while Nepal recorded 12 fatalities and seven people missing since Thursday. The disasters come weeks after catastrophic flooding in Nepal killed more than 1,400 people. Scientists have linked increasingly extreme South Asian weather to rising temperatures and changing climate patterns. Read More…

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India’s ‘Hummus Trail’ Draws Israeli Tourists After Gaza War

An article has raised questions about Israeli soldiers travelling to popular Indian tourist destinations after serving in Gaza. It cites allegations by the Hind Rajab Foundation concerning Israeli soldier Eitan Gilboa and says he later travelled along India’s so-called “Hummus Trail”. The route includes destinations in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Goa that are popular among Israeli travellers. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Entertainment

Indian Actor Mushtaq Khan Dies at 75

Indian actor and comedian Mushtaq Khan, widely remembered for his role as Ballu in Welcome, has died at 75, according to the Press Trust of India. His son said Khan had been battling cancer and died at a Mumbai hospital on Thursday. Khan appeared in more than 500 films, including Hera Pheri and Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. Colleagues Sunny Deol and Rajpal Yadav paid tribute to the veteran actor. Read More…

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India Moves to Limit Junk Food Sales Near Schools

India is moving closer to restricting sales of foods high in fat, salt and sugar within 50 metres of schools. The proposed rules would affect shops, restaurants and food vendors near schools nationwide, targeting products such as soft drinks, chips, samosas, pizzas and burgers. The move is part of broader efforts to address rising obesity, particularly among children, while businesses warn of possible sales losses. Read More…

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Pakistan voices concern over developments in India

Pakistan on Sunday expressed strong concern over the demolition of a historic mosque in India’s Uttar Pradesh. Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan called the action reprehensible and warned of growing religious intolerance. He recalled the 1992 Babri Mosque demolition as a symbol of prejudice and hatred. Pakistan urged the international community to take notice of alleged persecution of Muslims and called for accountability over threats to minority rights and heritage. Read More…

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India’s strong growth triggers debate over economy

NEW DELHI: India’s stronger-than-expected economic growth has sparked debate over the reliability of official figures. The economy expanded 7.8% in the April-June quarter, exceeding analysts’ 7.1% forecast, supported by investment, manufacturing and consumer demand. Former finance ministry official Subhash Chandra Garg questioned whether growth was overstated due to changes in the previous year’s GDP measure. Former central bank chief Raghuram Rajan also questioned why strong growth had not translated into stronger job creation, investment and foreign inflows. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Sports

Pakistan women prepare for high-stakes India clash

DUBAI: Pakistan all-rounder Ayesha Zafar said the team is preparing across batting, bowling and fielding ahead of Saturday’s Asia Cup clash against archrivals India. Speaking to the media on Thursday, she said Pakistan would approach the game like any other match while aiming for victory. Pakistan began its campaign with a comfortable win over Thailand, supported by Muneeba Ali’s half-century and disciplined bowling. Ayesha said the team was taking each match day by day. Read More…

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JKLF voices concern over Yasin Malik’s legal case

MUZAFFARABAD: The Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) on Friday condemned what it called an attempt by Indian authorities to implicate incarcerated chairman Muhammad Yasin Malik in a decades-old murder case. India’s State Investigation Agency named Malik among five accused in the killing of Kashmiri Pandit woman Sarla Bhat in 1990. The JKLF expressed concern after Malik submitted an affidavit from Tihar Jail, saying he would not contest the trial while stressing this did not amount to an admission of guilt. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

PHC Grants Bail to Man in Social Media Case

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court on Tuesday granted bail to Zeeshan Khan, arrested for allegedly celebrating Indian Independence Day and sharing its flag on Facebook. Justice Kamran Hayat Miankhel ordered his release against two surety bonds. The petitioner’s lawyers denied the allegations, saying the account was not operated by their client and the content was unavailable online. They also argued that police lacked jurisdiction because the matter involved social media and fell under PECA. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

Hague Ruling Strengthens Pakistan’s Water Rights Case

The Permanent Court of Arbitration at The Hague has rejected India’s unilateral withdrawal from the Indus Waters Treaty, calling its stated grounds insufficient to justify suspension or termination. India has dismissed the ruling, saying it does not recognise the court. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stressed that water must not be weaponised and treaties governing shared waters must be respected. The verdict strengthens Pakistan’s legal position and adds pressure on India to honour the treaty. Read More…

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