Islamabad Drowns in Monsoon Mayhem: Homes Inundated Islamabad experienced severe flooding on Thursday, August 7, 2025, as heavy monsoon rains overwhelmed drainage systems. Several residential areas faced inundation, with rainwater entering numerous homes. The Dawn newspaper reported on the widespread impact of the downpour, highlighting the vulnerability of certain areas to waterlogging. Residents faced significant […]

Rubio Hints at Trump Role in Potential Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated a potential breakthrough in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He stated that envoy Steve Witkoff will soon return from Moscow with a proposed peace framework. This follows what Rubio described as a clarification of Russia’s negotiating positions. The envoy’s […]

Munir’s US Trip: A New Chapter in Pak-US Relations? Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, is currently in the United States for high-level consultations with American officials. This marks his second visit to the US since the recent border tensions with India. The trip follows a reciprocal visit by a senior US General […]

Putin’s India Visit Imminent: Doval Confirms India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, has confirmed an upcoming visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin. While specific dates remain undisclosed, the visit is expected sometime in late August, according to Interfax news agency. The confirmation follows months of speculation regarding high-level bilateral talks between the two nations. The […]

Putin’s India Visit on Cards: Doval Confirms National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has confirmed an upcoming visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to India. While specific dates remain unannounced, the visit is anticipated sometime in late August. This confirmation follows earlier reports from the Russian news agency Interfax, hinting at the possibility of a late […]

Samsung Reclaims 70,000 Won Mark, Investor Confidence Soars Samsung Electronics shares surged on the Korea Exchange, closing at 70,000 won (USD 50.45) by 9:15 am on August 7, 2025. This represents a robust 1.74 per cent increase from the previous day’s closing price. The tech giant’s return to the coveted “70,000 won club” signals a […]

UNHCR Condemns Planned Afghan Refugee Deportations from Pakistan The UNHCR has issued a strong appeal to Pakistan, urging an immediate halt to the planned deportation of Afghan refugees. The agency voiced serious concerns over the potential human rights violations inherent in these forced returns. The deportations, scheduled to commence on September 1, 2025, are particularly […]

India’s Lone Stand: Islamabad’s Terrorism Policy Isolates Pakistan Globally External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, in a recent interview with ANI on August 7, 2025, highlighted India’s unique geopolitical position. He underscored that India does not consider itself permanently at odds with any nation. However, he pointed out a stark exception: Pakistan’s persistent use of terrorism […]

Trump’s Double-Whammy Tariff Slams India, Fuels Diplomatic Tensions Former US President Donald Trump escalated trade tensions with India on Thursday, August 7, 2025, by imposing a hefty 50% tariff on several Indian imports. This follows an initial 25% duty levied earlier. The punitive measure, announced by the Trump administration, directly targets Indian goods in retaliation […]

Tibet’s 60th: Beijing Boasts “Unprecedented Progress,” Critics Remain Skeptical Gama Cedain, chairman of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), addressed a press conference in Beijing on August 7, 2025. The event marked the 60th anniversary of the TAR’s founding. Cedain highlighted what he termed “unprecedented progress” in Tibet’s economic and social development. His remarks were carried […]