Indians Welfare Forum (IWF) Riyadh Central Region, successfully organised its 26th Grand Blood Donation Campaign in collaboration with the King Saud Medical City Blood Bank to support the urgent medical needs of Haj pilgrims arriving for the 2026 pilgrimage season.

As Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as Chief Minister, Sudhir Chaudhary’s Decode raises questions over the deaths of his 4 close associates in 13 years. Timeline & analysis.

NASA ramps up Artemis III with SLS core stage delivery to Kennedy Space Center. Expert Casey Dreier breaks down critical docking tests with SpaceX/Blue Origin landers ahead of historic lunar return. Full summary + analysis.  

At Times Samman 2026, the legacy of Brigadier Muhammad Usman was proudly honoured; Mir Ferozuddin received the award as NOK from Rajnath Singh Defence Minister in a deeply moving tribute to his sacrifice.

Yogendra Yadav slams ECI’s SIR for stripping ~10 crore (10%) voters of fundamental rights. Supreme Court advocate Mehmood Pracha’s latest feeds accuse political parties of complicity by participating in elections that deprive voting rights on any pretext without final judicial settlement. Full analysis on legitimacy & government formation.

BJP’s sweeping victory in West Bengal with 206 seats dominated national headlines in the 2026 Assembly elections, while major political shifts in Tamil Nadu and a decisive UDF mandate in Kerala received comparatively limited media focus. A detailed look at the state-wise results and the debate over national coverage balance.

A unique heart-shaped glass bridge is set to open near Hyderabad, offering scenic views, tourism boost, and a new lifestyle destination in Telangana.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced that voter registration will continue at designated centres despite the closure of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise. Over 1.87 million new voters were registered during the 30-day nationwide drive, with Nairobi County recording the highest numbers.

Kenya’s High Court has upheld a directive by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) requiring all Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) to remove graffiti, excessive branding, and tinted windows. The court ruled that the measures are constitutional, prioritizing road safety and public interest over artistic expression, in a decision that could significantly reshape the matatu industry.

For over 45 days, the world has watched on tenterhooks as escalations in the US-Israeli war on Iran have intensified, sending oil prices soaring and global markets into decline

26-year-old Karachi-born Sualeh Asif becomes billionaire as his AI coding platform Cursor strikes massive deal with SpaceX. A proud moment for Pakistan's tech diaspora.

In the aftermath of the Davanagere bypoll — a key assembly by-election held to fill a vacant legislative seat in central Karnataka — political fault lines in the state appear sharper than ever. The contest drew attention amid shifting minority voting patterns and internal murmurs within the ruling Indian National Congress over outreach to Muslim voters.

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026 failed to secure two-thirds majority (298-230 votes). Analysis on how linking women's reservation to delimitation raises doubts on government's commitment and what it means for women empowerment in India.

The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned of increased rainfall in several parts of the country, highlighting Nairobi, Kiambu and Murang’a among areas expected to receive significant rains over the next seven days.

A shortage of marriage certificates in Kenya is causing delays in wedding plans, with Catholic bishops warning that the crisis could undermine family stability and deny couples their legal rights.

Saudi researchers from Umm Al-Qura University have developed smart concrete barriers that generate electricity from traffic airflow. Discover the future scope, real-world applications, and how this innovative Saudi Vision 2030 project could power smart cities and sustainable infrastructure worldwide.

"US blockade starting 14 April 2026 will bring more pain to Asian buyers than Iran. While China gets cheap Iranian oil, India, Japan and other Asian countries face higher oil prices, elevated insurance costs, additional harassment in Hormuz, and prolonged uncertainty — regardless of whether they carry Iranian oil or not."

Catherine Philip analysis reveals Pakistan’s US-Iran mediation as a management doctrine for domestic legitimacy rather than genuine peace. Opinion on Asim Munir role, legitimacy crisis and survival strategy.

Discover the F-15E Strike Eagle—the U.S. Air Force's fastest fighter jet shot down over Iran during Operation Epic Fury. Read full specs, speed, armament, cost, and details of the dramatic rescue mission.

Doubts grow over the US rescue mission in Iran after F-15E downing near Isfahan. Questions surround forced landings, destroyed MC-130s and Little Birds, terrain issues, and hidden costs exceeding $300–500 million.

This article argues that the United Nations, especially the Security Council, often reflects the interests of powerful states due to veto power. While this creates bias and gridlock, it also helps maintain global stability, making the UN a blend of idealism and real-world power politics.

Pakistan suddenly hikes fuel prices by Rs 137.23 in petrol and Rs 184.49 in diesel to Rs 458.40 and Rs 520.35 respectively — first country to increase prices without any supply cut threats, thanks to extraordinary Iranian favors keeping supplies uninterrupted amid Iran war crisis.

Marco Rubio claims US success in Iran, but the new de facto Hormuz toll, nonexistent before the strikes, exposes face-saving rhetoric. Analysis shows how the campaign failed to degrade Iran’s capabilities yet exported new economic fears to Asian countries.

Read an in-depth analysis of Mishal Kanoo’s March 2026 interview with Megha Merani at AGBI. Discover why Dubai’s tourism, real estate, and wealth inflows prove its economic model remains strong despite regional conflict.

PTI is gearing up for its nationwide “Release Imran Khan Peace Movement” after Eid-ul-Fitr. KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi warns the peaceful campaign could ignite anytime amid growing anger over Imran Khan’s imprisonment and health. Latest updates from Islamabad and Peshawar.

Discover why a nuclear-free Middle East, starting with Israel's denuclearization, is seen as the essential step to end decades of regional insecurity and foster genuine cooperation amid the 2026 crisis. Explore perspectives on Israel's nuclear monopoly as the root threat to lasting peace.

Strait of Hormuz faces “conditional access,” impacting global oil markets, regional diplomacy, and energy security amid Middle East tensions.

By strengthening constitutional literacy and expanding opportunities for civic participation, Pakistan can promote accountable governance, protect fundamental rights, and foster a more informed and responsible citizenry.

Pakistan Strikes Afghanistan Hospital killing more than 400 patients: From Gaza to Kabul hospitals bombed, Kabul Omid rehab centre massacred...'precision strikes' repeatedly kill civilians in protected sites. Calls grow to ban the pretext globally; parallels to Minab schoolgirls & madrasa strikes. UN/ICRC urged to act.

Iran has broken the myth of unbeatable US military power in 2026. Despite strikes, Iran's nuclear program survives, Hormuz stays closed on its terms, retaliation continues, and regime change fails—showing true deterrence without begging for peace. Analysis inside.