A vibrant sports gala was held at the “Umeed Special Education School” in Peshawar, a school dedicated to special children and supported by the Pakistan Army. The event saw enthusiastic participation from 90 children from Peshawar and Nowshera, who took part in sports competitions, including cricket, badminton, and tug-of-war. The children’s enthusiasm and active participation in the games were truly commendable. Corps Commander Peshawar Corps, Lieutenant General Umar Ahmed Bukhari, honored the occasion as the chief guest, expressing his admiration for the children’s performance and noting that their energy and abilities shone brightly, regardless of physical challenges. View this…
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KYIV: A recent drone attack by Russia on the Ukrainian capital has left nine people injured, set several apartments ablaze, and damaged a kindergarten, marking the 19th assault on Kyiv this month, according to officials. Ukraine’s air force reported that Russia launched 62 drones overnight, with air defense units successfully intercepting 33 of them. However, 25 drones remain unaccounted for. “Nineteen air attacks on Kyiv in October!” stated Serhiy Popko, head of Kyiv’s military administration, on the Telegram messaging app. “Overnight, Russian drones again flew over the capital.” Falling debris from a destroyed drone ignited a fire in a multi-storey…
WEB DESK: Toyota’s global production has declined for the eighth consecutive month, highlighting ongoing difficulties in its key markets, including the United States and China. In September, the Japanese automaker produced 826,500 vehicles, reflecting an 8% year-on-year decrease. The drop was most pronounced in the U.S., where production fell by 14% due to a temporary halt on the Grand Highlander and Lexus TX SUV models following airbag-related concerns. Production of these models resumed on October 21. China also saw a substantial decrease, with Toyota’s output dropping by 19% as the automaker faces mounting competition from local electric vehicle and plug-in…
GAZA: Israeli authorities have reported the deaths of five soldiers in shelling incidents in northern Gaza, bringing the Israeli military’s death toll to 770 in the ongoing siege. The recent fatalities come amid intensified Israeli incursions in both Gaza and the West Bank, as violence continues to escalate across occupied Palestinian territories. In a related development, Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon reportedly resulted in the deaths of 10 civilians, including women and children. The conflict has intensified humanitarian concerns, with global organizations warning of increased risks to civilians. UNICEF and UNRWA have particularly cautioned against bans on aid efforts, which…
OTTAWA: The Canadian government has raised serious accusations against India’s Home Minister, Amit Shah, alleging his involvement in a campaign targeting Sikh separatists residing in Canada. The disclosure was made by Canadian Deputy Foreign Minister David Morrison during a parliamentary session, referencing a recent report from The Washington Post. According to the report, Canadian authorities suspect Shah’s role in orchestrating intimidation and violence against Sikh separatists, escalating tensions between Canada and India. These separatists, advocating for an independent Sikh state called Khalistan in India’s Punjab region, have become a target as Indian authorities perceive this movement as a security threat.…
WASHINGTON: The United States Department of State Spokesperson, Matthew Miller, addressed the ongoing discussions about the extradition of an Indian agent implicated in a recent assassination attempt on a Sikh separatist in the US. The matter has drawn international attention, especially amid accusations that the Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has targeted Sikh separatist leaders abroad, including recent incidents in Canada. Miller described the extradition as a “legal matter,” noting, “We have spoken to the government in this regard,” while acknowledging the complexities of the situation. The US response to this incident has been comparatively restrained, especially…
Social platform X suspended a newly created account associated with Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, after it posted messages in Hebrew, as reported by international media. The account, created on Sunday, carried a standard Islamic greeting in Hebrew as its first message. However, early Monday, it was deactivated with a note citing a violation of X’s policies. Elon Musk’s platform did not provide additional clarification on the nature of the breach. This action follows intensified tensions between Iran and Israel, with Khamenei referring to Israel’s recent strikes and cautioning against misjudgments of Iran’s power and determination. While Khamenei’s team…
TEHRAN: Iran’s government intends to raise its military budget by around 200%, according to government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani, as reported by state media on Tuesday. This substantial defense budget hike follows a series of retaliatory attacks between Iran and Israel in recent months. The proposed increase is part of a budget plan submitted by Iran’s government to parliament for approval. “A considerable raise that amounts to 200% has been witnessed in the country’s defense budget,” Mohajerani stated, without providing additional details. At least 55 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Beit Lahiya. For months, Iran and Israel have engaged in…
GAZA CITY: Israeli forces stormed Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza on Friday, detaining approximately 100 people, including male medical staff, as they conducted a raid lasting until Saturday. Gaza’s health ministry and hospital officials condemned the incursion, describing it as a serious escalation in the ongoing crisis impacting health services. The ministry stated that Israeli forces damaged parts of the hospital during the operation, which has already been heavily strained by ongoing airstrikes and shortages of essential supplies. Video footage, though not independently verified, circulated over the weekend, showing extensive damage to the hospital compound. Medical workers reported that…
ISLAMABAD: On his first day as Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi swiftly handled 30 cases in the Supreme Court, completing hearings within an hour and 15 minutes, from 9:30 am to 10:45 am. Of the 30 cases, Chief Justice Afridi adjourned six until later in the morning, at 11:30 am, citing various reasons, and completed hearings for the remaining 24 cases. The cases were heard alongside Justice Shahid Bilal in Bench No. 1. Following the morning hearings, Chief Justice Afridi attended his first full court session at 1 pm, focusing on judges’ concerns and broader judicial matters. Justice…