Pakistan: LeT, ISKP forge covert alliance in Balochistan; pact reportedly backed by ISI

Pakistan: LeT, ISKP forge covert alliance in Balochistan; pact reportedly backed by ISI

After suffering major losses at home — Muridke terror camp – during Operation Sindoor, Hafiz Saeed-led Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) has reportedly formed a covert alliance with Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), the South Asian wing of ISIS, allegedly engineered and funded by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).Reports indicate the alliance aims to target Baloch people, with possible…

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‘Risks are real’: Pakistan defence minister on possibility of war with India; Khawaja Asif says ‘will do better than before’

Pak defence minister (file photo) Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday said that the “chances of war with India are real” and that he was “not denying that possibility.” The comments came amid rising tensions between the two countries and follow recent statements by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi.Asif claimed that Pakistan will “achieve…

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Nobel Prize: Fred Ramsdell was on ‘off-the-grid hiking trip’; received news after 20 hours

Nobel Prize: Fred Ramsdell was on ‘off-the-grid hiking trip’; received news after 20 hours

Scientist Fred Ramsdell learned he had won the Nobel Prize in Medicine while on a digital detox in the remote backcountry of the western United States.Ramsdell, 64, an immunologist, was camping and hiking across the Rocky Mountains with his phone on airplane mode when the Nobel Committee was unable to reach him. The news finally…

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US shutdown: Flight delays reported across major airports; pilots manage operations without controllers

US shutdown: Flight delays reported across major airports; pilots manage operations without controllers

Flight delays continued across the United States for a second straight day on Tuesday, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warned that staffing shortages linked to the ongoing government shutdown are disrupting operations nationwide.The shutdown, now in its seventh day, has caused widespread delays and cancellations, affecting travelers across the country. Govt Shutdown Pain Explodes:…

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‘Bad News’ controversy: Zach Bryan faces backlash from MAGA supporters for his song; here’s why

‘Bad News’ controversy: Zach Bryan faces backlash from MAGA supporters for his song; here’s why

US music star Zach Bryan is facing backlash from fans and MAGA supporters after posting a song snippet criticizing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).The controversy erupted after Bryan shared a short clip of his unreleased song on Instagram four days ago. The song featured lyrics that appear to denounce immigration raids. The song was…

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Eiffel Tower was almost demolished! Here’s how it was saved and survived over a century | World News

Eiffel Tower was almost demolished! Here’s how it was saved and survived over a century | World News

When the Eiffel Tower was first erected for the 1889 World’s Fair in Paris, it faced harsh criticism. Prominent artists and writers labeled it “monstrous” and “useless,” and its creator, Gustave Eiffel, initially received only a 20-year permit to occupy the land. Despite its groundbreaking engineering, many Parisians disliked the structure, fearing it would scar…

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‘Hopeful’: Donald Trump meets family of hostage, slain IDF soldier amid Gaza peace talks; reaffirms commitment to their return

‘Hopeful’: Donald Trump meets family of hostage, slain IDF soldier amid Gaza peace talks; reaffirms commitment to their return

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday met at the White House with released hostage Edan Alexander and his family, as well as the family of slain IDF member Omer Neutra, amid ongoing negotiations in Egypt over his plan to end the war in Gaza.Alexander, who was held by Hamas for 584 days, and Neutra’s family…

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‘Peace from…’: Mark Carney praises Donald Trump for India – Pakistan ceasefire; calls him a ‘transformative’ President

Donald trump and Mark Carney (left), PM Modi (agencies) Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney lavished praise on US President Donald Trump as he met him in the Oval Office on Tuesday, calling him “transformative” and citing gains in economy, NATO defense commitments, and regional stability. “Thank you very much, Mr President. If I may, you…

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California: Diwali becomes state holiday; Indian American community hails move

California: Diwali becomes state holiday; Indian American community hails move

California will officially recognise Diwali as a state holiday after governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill on October 6, joined by celebrations among Indian American communities and recognition from legislators. The law allows public schools and community colleges to close on Diwali and lets state employees take paid time off for the festival. The…

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Protesters attack Ecuador President’s car: Shots fired in alleged assassination attempt; five detained

Protesters attack Ecuador President’s car: Shots fired in alleged assassination attempt; five detained

President Daniel Noboa (left), protesters throwing stone (X@Presidencia_Ec) Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa emerged unharmed after his motorcade was assaulted by a crowd of about 500 people throwing rocks as he approached an event in Cañar province, reported AFP citing officials. Environment and energy minister Ines Manzano said a formal report has been filed alleging an…

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