Pakistan voiced strong solidarity with Saudi Arabia following recent Houthi attacks. These strikes threaten regional peace and could disrupt global energy supplies. Prime Minister Sharif discussed these issues with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The recent Houthi advances have also intensified concerns over Red Sea shipping routes. A mutual-defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and
At least seventy-five students fell sick with suspected food poisoning at a Surat boarding school. Twelve students required hospitalization after developing symptoms like diarrhoea and vomiting. Four students have since been discharged, while others remain in stable condition. Health officials inspected the school hostel and collected food samples for testing. A mobile medical team is
As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, families engage in a thorough cleaning and prepare their homes for the joyous celebration. This festival is not only about welcoming Bappa but also about uniting in prayers and fostering a sense of community. It embodies messages of faith, gratitude, and hope for the future. A variety of greetings, statuses, and
On September 14, stock markets will halt trading in observance of Ganesh Chaturthi. While equity derivatives will remain suspended for the day, the commodity market will only partially close during the morning session. Trading will pick back up in the evening session. Investors should keep these adjustments in mind as they plan their trading activities
Monty Don is stepping down from Gardeners’ World after 23 years. He transformed his private garden, Longmeadow, into a nationally recognized space. Viewers watched his garden evolve over three decades of television. Don learned to observe his land before making any changes. Gardening provides a sense of purpose, freedom, and empowerment for people.
The national song Vande Mataram was sung before the India vs Afghanistan cricket match on Sunday. Parliament had recently passed a bill making insults to the national song a punishable offense. The full six-stanza version of Vande Mataram was sung during the recent match. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song, similar to
In 2012, 28 Tasmanian devils were introduced to Maria Island as an insurance population against facial tumour disease. The devils thrived, reaching up to 90, but experts say their presence came at a heavy cost to local wildlife. A survey later found Maria Island’s little penguin colonies had disappeared, wiping out an estimated 3,000 breeding
In a bold move, Singapore’s administration has decided to raise ministerial salaries, with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s compensation set to jump by nearly sixty-four percent. This marks the first adjustment in fifteen years, driven by the intent to draw in top talent and prevent corruption. Nonetheless, reactions among the public are mixed as they face
