LISBON, Sept 5 — A city known for its charm, history, and steep, cobbled streets is now shrouded in grief. Lisbon is in mourning after one of its most iconic funiculars — the bright yellow Glória funicular, a historic and beloved symbol of the Portuguese capital — derailed tragically on Wednesday evening, claiming 16 lives […]
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In the quiet, mountainous regions of eastern Afghanistan, life has changed forever. What began as an ordinary day turned into a nightmare when a devastating 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck on Sunday, reducing entire villages in Kunar and Nangarhar to rubble. Just two days later, another quake, measuring 5.5, shook the region again—disrupting rescue efforts and […]
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In an important appeal to the people who call Dal Lake their home, the Jammu & Kashmir Lakes Conservation and Management Authority (J&K LCMA) has issued an advisory, urging caution and preparedness as water levels in the River Jhelum continue to rise dangerously. The Jhelum has now crossed the 21-foot danger mark — a threshold […]
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In a heartfelt call for safety, the District Administration of Srinagar has urged residents from seven flood-prone areas to evacuate immediately as a precautionary measure following a reported breach at Shalina in Budgam. The localities under immediate advisory include Lasjan, Soiteng, Nowgam, Vyethpora, Gopalpora, Padshahibagh, and Mehjoor Nagar. Authorities have emphasized that this is a […]
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JAKARTA, Sept 3 — As Jakarta begins to settle after days of intense protests and heartbreak, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has made his way to China to attend a historic military parade commemorating the end of World War II. The visit, once postponed due to civil unrest and the tragic death of a young delivery […]
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Srinagar, Sep 03 — Tension is growing across the Kashmir Valley as water levels in the Jhelum River surge past the flood alert mark at Sangam, raising alarms for potential flooding in several low-lying areas. Authorities are urging residents to stay alert, as more rain is expected in the coming hours. The Irrigation and Flood […]
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Beijing, September 3 – A significant chapter in Malaysia’s global journey was written yesterday when Chinese President Xi Jinping gave his full backing for Malaysia’s bid to become a full member of BRICS. During a high-level meeting at the historic Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim revealed that […]
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NURGAL, Afghanistan — September 2 — In the stillness of a late Sunday night, when families were fast asleep under humble roofs, a powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake tore through eastern Afghanistan — shattering lives, homes, and hopes in an instant. In Kunar province, nestled along the rugged Afghan-Pakistan border, the quake left entire villages in ruins. […]
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JAKARTA, September 2 — Beneath the smoke of burning buildings and the anger echoing through the streets, something deeper is unraveling in Indonesia. The government’s recent attempts to quell unrest — including rolling back perks for lawmakers and pausing overseas trips — are failing to reach the heart of the matter. Because at its core, […]
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In a quiet yet deeply symbolic move, South Korea has halted the transmission of its long-standing military radio broadcast, Voice of Freedom, to North Korea. This is the first suspension of the broadcast in 15 years—a rare shift in a tense relationship that has spanned decades. The decision, announced today by South Korea’s Ministry of […]
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