- Middle East
Syrian rebels challenge Assad’s regime igniting new tensions in Middle East
Islamist rebel groups, also called opposition forces, have managed to sweep victory into Aleppo city only three days after starting an unexpected operation in the country. This occurred for the first time…
- Middle East
Iran achieves historic milestone with launch of 2 satellites into space
The Islamic Republic of Iran successfully launched two domestically manufactured satellites named Kowsar and Hodhod early morning on Tuesday, November 5, marking a milestone for the country’s private sector in the space…
- India
Kashmir: Debate intensifies over scrapping reservation; NC, PDP call for review
A heated debate has emerged in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir over the reservation policy as leaders from local parties like the National Conference (NC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…
- Middle East
Military parades in Diriyah to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s 94th National Day
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Ministry of Interior organised impressive military parades in Diriyah town to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s 94th National Day. The celebration which was themed ‘We Dream and Achieve’,…
- India
UP: Tension in Bareilly as Eid Milad un Nabi procession route blocked
Tensions have escalated in Bareilly of Uttar Pradesh during a large procession commemorating “Eid Milad un Nabi,” a festival that marks the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad. The Hindu community blocked the…
- India
MP: Ratlam SP transferred days after action against unruly mob
In a strategic move, Superintendent of Police (SP) Rahul Kumar Lodha of Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, has been transferred to Bhopal following recent actions he took against unruly mobs, which had heightened tensions…
- Middle East
Dubai: Global Village announces new opening date for Season 29
Dubai’s Global Village will kick off its 29th season on October 16 and run until May 11, 2025, offering a family-friendly experience with a wide range of attractions and entertainment. Global Village,…
- Middle East
Dubai Police launches ‘Officer Mansour’ cartoon series to promote child safety
In an interesting move, Dubai Police have inaugurated a new children’s animated cartoon series called ‘Officer Mansour’ aimed at reaching out to the young ones with safety and educational content. The series…
- Middle East
Dutch football player to donate $560,000 of his Mainz payout to Gaza children
Dutch footballer Anwar El Ghazi has announced his decision to donate 500,000 Euro (560,000 USD) from his payout with Mainz to support children in Gaza, Anadolu Agency reported. The decision comes amid Ghazi’s…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia to translate Fatwa Symposium into 20 languages
President of the Religious Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques Sheikh Dr Abdulrahman Al-Sudais announced the launch of an important project entailing translation into 20 languages of the sessions of the second…
- India
Meta suspends OpIndia’s Instagram account, reinstates later
Meta on Thursday temporarily suspended the Instagram account of right-wing news outlet Opindia on charges of violating its policy. The suspension was reinstated shortly after. The exact reasons for the suspension were…
- India
Rajasthan: Vigilantes attack truck driver over suspicion of cattle transport
In yet another incidence of cow vigilantism, a far-right group affiliated with Monu Manesar, attacked a truck diver in Rajasthan’s Alwar on Wednesday, August 21, accusing him of cattle transport. According to…
- Pakistan
Pakistan: Parachinar secratarian violence explained as peace restored
Parachinar town nestled in the picturesque, mountainous border area of Pakistan has long been a flashpoint for rivalry and sectarian violence between Sunni and Shia Muslim communities. The town which is predominantly…
- India
Sikh body mandates traditional colours for Nishan Sahib, saffron prohibited
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), the apex body representing Sikh interests, has issued a circular asking Gurdwara management to ensure that the colour of the Nishan Sahib (a triangular flag) is…
- Middle East
Video of ‘Hamas fighter’ threatening Paris Olympics debunked
A video that surfaced on social media depicted a masked man claiming to be a ‘Palestinian fighter’, portraying himself as the leader of the Hamas group, and threatening of violence against Jews…
