Introduction An Israeli plan to forcibly displace 1 million Palestinians from Gaza City has triggered widespread fear and condemnation, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis. The announcement comes ahead of a potential military offensive, raising concerns over further civilian suffering in the war-torn enclave. Escalating Humanitarian Disaster in Gaza Gaza’s population, already devastated by repeated…
Deadly Monsoon Rains Trigger Flash Flooding in Pakistan At least 20 people have died as new monsoon rains triggered devastating floods in northwestern Pakistan, officials confirmed Monday. The worst-hit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province saw entire villages swept away, with rescuers searching for 150 missing individuals amid ongoing downpours. Villages Destroyed as Rescue Efforts Halted A local…
Authorities Close Schools Amid Flood Threat Authorities in Bagh, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), have ordered the temporary closure of all schools following a high flood alert issued by the Meteorological Department. Both public and private institutions will remain shut on August 18 and 19 as a precautionary measure to protect students and staff. The…
The planned US-India trade talks scheduled for late August have been called off, delaying progress on a proposed bilateral trade agreement. The cancellation dashes hopes of relief from additional U.S. tariffs on Indian goods set to take effect on August 27. Why Were the US-India Trade Talks Postponed? A source familiar with the matter confirmed…
At least 39 Palestinians were killed in Gaza as Israel expanded its military offensive, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. The latest fatalities bring the total death toll to over 61,000 since the conflict began in October. Israel Prepares for Expanded Gaza City Offensive The Israeli military has signaled plans to push civilians out of…
Introduction Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered federal ministers to supervise relief operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) after devastating floods killed 314 people and injured 156. The disaster has caused severe infrastructure damage, displacing thousands across multiple districts. Federal Ministers Deployed for Relief Efforts PM Shehbaz directed ministers to assist in flood-affected areas, with: Additional…
Deadly Flash Floods Wreak Havoc in Pakistan A catastrophic cloudburst has triggered devastating flash floods in northwest Pakistan, killing at least 159 people, with rescue teams still searching for missing individuals. The disaster follows similar flooding in neighboring India, highlighting the growing threat of extreme weather in South Asia. Mohammad Suhail, a provincial emergency services…
Introduction Global plastic pollution treaty talks have entered overtime as negotiators scramble to reach a deal. The discussions, meant to conclude on Thursday, were extended to Friday amid deep divisions over curbing virgin plastic production and regulating waste. Key Divisions Delay Plastic Pollution Agreement The United Nations-led talks in Geneva aim to create the first…
Introduction Heavy rain in Indian Kashmir has triggered devastating floods and mudslides, killing at least 46 people and leaving more than 200 missing. The disaster struck Chasoti town in Kishtwar district, a key stop on a popular pilgrimage route, marking the second major Himalayan tragedy in just over a week. Flash Floods Wipe Out Pilgrimage…
India-China Border Trade Talks Gain Momentum India and China are in discussions to resume border trade five years after it was suspended, officials from both nations confirmed. The move comes amid global trade disruptions caused by U.S. tariffs and signals a potential thaw in relations strained since the deadly 2020 border clash. Symbolic Importance of…