By Asim Siddiqui – Bureau Chief, Washington
In April 2025, a deadly terrorist attack on Hindu pilgrims in the scenic Indian town of Pahalgam once again jolted the fragile balance of peace, religious harmony, and international diplomacy in South Asia. While grief and anger spread rapidly across India, the incident also reignited old questions —…
According to state media, Indian forces opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC), prompting a strong response from Pakistan. In retaliation, several Indian military posts were reportedly destroyed.
According to PIA spokesperson Abdullah Khan, Pakistan International Airlines will reroute its international flights, especially those bound for East Asia, to pass through Chinese airspace instead of Indian airspace.
Kaghan Development Authority has reopened the road to Lake Saif-ul-Malook for jeep travel after five days of intensive work. The KDA team cleared six glaciers and multiple landslides in record time, restoring tourist access to the scenic lake.
Pakistan Air Force (PAF) carried out a forceful counteraction, prompting four Indian Air Force Rafale jets to retreat. The incident reflects rising tensions and PAF's readiness to defend national airspace.
Pakistan Army successfully downed an Indian quadcopter at the Line of Control (LoC) through a swift and timely response. The military action highlights continued vigilance and defense of national airspace.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar participated in the First Digital Foreign Direct Investment (DFDI) Forum 2025 in Islamabad. He highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to digital transformation, stressed the importance of investing in digital infrastructure, and invited international investors to engage with Pakistan’s growing tech sector.
Samsung has cut its earnings forecast, warning that U.S. tariffs may reduce global demand for smartphones and other products. The company also expects growing uncertainty in its semiconductor business, with profits already falling due to weaker demand and pricing for memory chips. Samsung is considering shifting production from Vietnam and Mexico to offset tariff impacts.
Amal Clooney, human rights lawyer and wife of actor George Clooney, could face sanctions from the Trump administration due to her role advising the International Criminal Court in its investigation of alleged Israeli war crimes. The sanctions may bar her from entering the U.S. and freeze her assets, sparking concern among legal experts about threats…
Music legend Kid Rock has voiced his criticism of the mainstream media, accusing them of failing to acknowledge President Donald Trump's outreach to political adversaries during his first 100 days in office. He pointed out that Trump's efforts, such as engaging with figures like Bill Maher and Governor Gretchen Whitmer, were largely ignored by major…