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Pakistan has conducted elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, but a new report by the countrys own human rights watchdog questions whether the vote reflected genuine public trust.The fact-finding mission cited political restrictions, economic grievances, governance failures, arrests, communication curbs and the use of unjustified force against protesters. It also reported that at least 147 Joint Awami Action Committee activists were placed on Pakistans anti-terror watchlist.India has called the

Pakistan Cricket Board seeks explanation from its selection committee. The board questioned the rationale behind including Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq. This action follows the team's poor performance in the ongoing England Test series. Several players and coaching staff have been released and replaced amid this overhaul. Misbah-ul-Haq is reportedly set to resign from the selection committee.

Pakistans Prime Ministers Office sparked a diplomatic backlash after posting a cropped SCO Summit photograph that left out Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Irans President and several other leaders while placing Shehbaz Sharif at the centre.Indias PMO posted the complete image, exposing the edit. Sharif later shared the full photograph, but another video posted by his office appeared to crop Modi out again.Was it an intentional snub, an embarrassing mistake or an attempt to control Pakistans globa

Pakistans own Human Rights Commission has questioned the credibility of elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Its fact-finding mission reported heavy security, communication restrictions, phased polling, postponed constituencies and a political boycott. It also raised concern over alleged lethal and disproportionate force against protesters, arrests of activists and journalists, and the placement of at least 147 Joint Awami Action Committee activists on Pakistans Fourth Schedule. The commissio

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered Indias sharpest message on terrorism. He called for one voice, no double standards and action against the full terror ecosystem: financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens. Pakistans Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinas Xi Jinping were in the room. Modi did not name them. The message was still clear. Terrorism, he said, cannot become anyones strategic asset. He also called for confl

Mickey Arthur, the former coach of the Pakistan cricket team, expresses his disappointment in the Pakistan Cricket Board's hasty decisions following a series of Test losses. After sending seven players packing and altering the coaching setup, Arthur argues that such frequent changes hinder team stabilization and undermine performance consistency. With the addition of debutants among the replacements, Pakistan now faces a challenging position at the World Test Championship.

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali alleges a captaincy dispute between Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi. This alleged rift significantly contributed to the national team's recent poor performances. Pakistan's leadership has seen frequent changes since the 2023 ODI World Cup. Following a disastrous tour of England, the PCB has initiated major changes within the team. Several players and coaches have been removed as the board reassesses its strategy.

Chinas Unitree sells a robot dog for $1,600 that rivals American military robots costing over $165,000 and the technology traces back to US Army funded research. This explainer breaks down how Pentagon backed breakthroughs from Penn, MIT and Boston Dynamics ended up powering Chinese quadruped robots, why American manufacturers couldnt scale the cheap version, and how Washington is now responding with Pentagon blacklists and FCC import bans. A deep look at the widening gap between US research an

Kangana Ranaut has strongly reacted to Sharmila Tagores remarks on Vande Mataram. While Sharmila said the first two stanzas may be more inclusive for people of different faiths, Kangana argued that the songs religious imagery should be understood as artistic metaphor and in the context of Indias freedom struggle. The debate comes amid a wider political row over Vande Mataram, with Mukesh Khanna also calling for it to replace Jana Gana Mana.

Finland has accused Russia of allegedly violating its airspace, raising fresh concerns along NATOs increasingly tense eastern flank. Finlands Defence Ministry said a Russian aircraft is suspected of entering Finnish sovereign airspace near Porvoo in the Gulf of Finland. The aircraft allegedly remained inside Finnish airspace for several minutes before turning back towards international airspace. Finnish authorities activated air surveillance and defence mechanisms and have launched an investigat

India's office market is set for expansion over the next two years. Companies anticipate growth and seek high-quality, well-connected workplaces. Global Capability Centres and business expansion will support this office demand. Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing future leasing decisions and strategies. Flexible workspaces and commute connectivity will shape office location choices.

The Terminal List Season 2 : Watch the Official teaser from english Web series 'The Terminal List Season 2' starring Chris Pratt, Constance Wu and Taylor Kitsch. The Terminal List Season 2 is directed by Sylvain White, Paul Cameron and Marcos Siega. To know more about The Terminal List Season 2, watch the video. Check out the latest english teaser, new series teaser, trending english series teaser, Chris Pratt, Constance Wu and Taylor Kitsch's videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.

An American E-3G Sentry AWACS aircraft reportedly transmitted the emergency 7700 squawk code before disappearing from flight radar while operating over the highly volatile Strait of Hormuz, as per RT News citing flightradar 24 imagery. The emergency code signals a serious in-flight problem, but it does not by itself confirm that the aircraft was attacked or shot down. The exact cause of the incident and the final status of the aircraft remain unverified. The E-3G Sentry is one of the US military

The conversation surrounding the religious undertones of Vande Mataram has reignited. Esteemed actress Sharmila Tagore voiced her apprehensions regarding its acceptance by followers of monotheistic religions. In contrast, Kangana Ranaut interpreted the verses as powerful symbols, advocating for an inclusive understanding that transcends religious boundaries. This dialogue underscores the historical importance and national identity encapsulated in Vande Mataram.

Germany may fall short of its gas storage target ahead of winter. Storage levels are around 50%, while a new analysis suggests they could reach only 69% by autumnbelow the governments 80% target. Geopolitical tensions and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz are making LNG supplies harder to secure as Europe competes with Asian buyers.#Germany #GasCrisis #LNG #EnergyCrisis #Europe #StraitOfHormuz #NaturalGas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the Red Fort on Indias 80th Independence Day. PM Modi says the chant of Vande Mataram is resonating across the country, with the Tricolour flying in every home and inspiring new resolve. He calls the moment historic and urges Indians to dream bigger, saying great nations advance through dreams, determination and inner strength. PM Modi also expressed solidarity with families affected by recent floods and landslides, assuring them that the en

Iran claims the surprise missile strike on the U.S. Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan was carried out after detecting newly deployed American fighter jets. Iranian state television said the IRGC Aerospace Force targeted the base using intelligence gathered by the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters and claimed the operation successfully hit designated targets. Tehran also asserted that it had established missile superiority over the skies above Jordan by disabling U.S. surveillance systems, al

TOI understands that Bumrah will begin gradually increasing his bowling workload after suffering an impact injury during the ODI series in England, while Gill has sought help from specialists outside the BCCI for his chronic neck problem.

The Jharkhand high court ruled mental disorder alone is insufficient for divorce. A spouse must prove the illness prevents reasonable cohabitation. The court dismissed a husband's appeal for divorce based on his wife's alleged mental illness. He failed to provide medical evidence or expert testimony to support his claims. The court upheld the family court's decision refusing to dissolve the marriage.

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket. He shared this news through a video message posted on his Instagram account. Rahane represented India in all three formats during his extensive international career. He played 85 Test matches, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is for the country. Rahane was also part of India's historic Test series win in Australia in 2020-21.

Josh Hawley grills Anthony Fauci as Fauci repeatedly pleads the Fifth during a tense Senate hearing over COVID-19 allegations. Republican Senator Josh Hawley questioned Dr. Anthony Fauci on alleged self-dealings, pursuit of awards, financial benefits, and the reported misuse of federal employees and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the Homeland Security Committee hearing, Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right and declined to answer every question. Hawley highlighted the repea

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he should quit the Prime Minister's post and ecome an influencer over his recent Instagram outreach to young people. Dipke also questioned the effectiveness of the new anti-paper leak law, arguing that implementation matters more than legislation. He warned of another nationwide student protest if FIRs against protesters are not withdrawn and claimed student anger could transla

Sreeshankar continued his impressive run at the Commonwealth Games by winning silver in the men's long jump with a best effort of 8.09m. He had also finished second at the 2022 Games, becoming the first Indian to win back-to-back Commonwealth Games medals in the event.

Republican lawmakers intensified pressure on Dr. Anthony Fauci after he repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious Senate hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic. Senator Ron Johnson vowed to pursue a subpoena to compel Fauci's testimony, while Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an investigation into the former top health official. Democrats, including Senator Maggie Hassan, defended Fauci, arguing the hearing was designed to entrap him. Watch the key moments and the pol

Russia claims its forces have captured two more settlements in eastern and northeastern Ukraine as Kyiv responded with a major drone strike targeting one of Russia's largest oil refineries in Ryazan. Moscow says the latest gains will expand its border security buffer zone, while Ukraine continues to deepen military cooperation with NATO and the United States as the war enters another intense phase.#Russia #Ukraine #RussiaUkraineWar #Putin #Zelensky #Ryazan #DroneAttack #NATO #Patriot #WorldNews

Young great white sharks moved from their nursery habitat during Tropical Storm Hilary. Researchers tracked twenty-two sharks using acoustic tags to observe their movements. Many sharks left the area and returned within weeks after conditions improved. The storm caused a significant drop in sea-surface temperature, affecting the sharks. This study offers new insights into marine species' responses to extreme weather events.