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Pakistani soldiers stand next to the wreckage of an Indian fighter jet shot down in Azad Kashmir at Somani area in Bhimbar district near the Line of Control on February 27, 2019.—AFPPakistan struck near Indian brigade HQ where army chief was present.Downing of Indian jets, pilot’s return defused immediate escalation.Missile threat met with warning of double retaliation by Pakistan. ISLAMABAD: In a significant but largely undisclosed episode during the 2019 Pakistan-India military standoff, Pakistan’s armed forces demonstrated their precision and resolve by targeting a highly sensitive location inside Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), an informed source has revealed.Following…
An aerial view shows plumes of smoke rising, following a suspected explosion of chemical materials which killed multiple people and injured many others, in Bandar Abbas, Iran, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video released April 27, 2025. —Reuters TEHRAN: A massive explosion ripped through Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port near Bandar Abbas on Saturday, killing at least 25 people and injuring more than 800.The blast triggered smaller explosions in nearby containers and fires that continued into Sunday. Here is what we know:Strategic portThe Shahid Rajaee Port is one of Iran’s most crucial maritime hubs, located on the northern shore…
Ozzy Osbourne set to perform live on stage with ‘miracles’Ozzy Osbourne is ready to perform on stage with Black Sabbath at their final concert but Maynard James Keenan thinks it will take “modern miracles” for the Prince of Darkness to pull this off.The Tool front man is one of the many iconic artists who are a part of the Back To The Beginning line-up, which would be held at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, on 5 July. Having seen the War Pigs rocker, who suffers from neck and spinal issues as well as Parkinson’s Disease, and sometimes uses a wheelchair…
Kris Jenner is stepping into Kylie, Timothée romanceWith Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s possible wedding inching closer, reports have started hurling in, accusing Kris Jenner of wanting control over it all.For those unversed, everything’s been brought forward in a conversation to OK magazine. In addition, per to their findings, the momager is “seeing a huge opportunity for a televised event, photos and video of the proposal, sponsors for the wedding and reception.”It is pertinent to mention that this is not the first report about Kris wanting a say in the potential nuptials. The first came when The Sun revealed that…
A representational image shows a slider plate containing a burger and fries. — Unsplash/FileHeart disease and type 2 diabetes are two lifestyle-related disorders that are significantly influenced by chronic inflammation.A contemporary Western diet that is heavy in processed foods and low in whole plant-based foods can significantly exacerbate this chronic inflammation, according to new research, reported Medical News Today. To explore the effects of this dietary shift, researchers from Radboud University Medical Centre and Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College investigated the health impacts at the cellular level.Their findings indicate that just 2 weeks of adopting a Western diet over a…
When the newly elected Pope Francis stepped onto the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica in 2013 to greet the crowd, he joked that the cardinals had gone “to the end of the world” – his native Argentina – to find a new pontiff. Indeed, the conclave, stunned by the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, had been actively looking beyond Europe for a powerful communicator bold enough to take on the leadership of an institution plagued by sexual and financial scandals. But as 135 cardinals, those under the age of 80, as per the voting rules, prepare to gather for a…
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Indian forces stand guard near Attari border in Amritsar, India. — AFP/ FileIndia has threatened to cut off Pakistan’s water.India military still under transformation, say experts.It “remains far less than” what’s called modern army.Experts caution that despite acquiring new weapons and making defence alliances, India’s troops are still ill-prepared for a possible confrontation in the face of escalating tensions, despite the country’s rapid military upgrade since its 2019 fight with Pakistan, The News reported.According to reporters Mujib Mashal and Suhasini Raj’s article for The New York Times, Indian officials had to face an uncomfortable truth the last time the tensions…
An AF MIG-21 pictured with Sukhoi-30 fighter jets before a drill for Air Force Day celebrations. — AFP/FileISLAMABAD: Heightened tensions between Pakistan and India following the deadly Pahalgaattack have once again led to war-mongering in the neighbouring country putting New Delhi’s forces in the spotlight, The News reported on Sunday.Owing to the history of Pakistan-India skirmishes, most notably the downing of an IAF Mig-21 and the capture of pilot Abhinandan Varthaman by Pakistan, the IAF has once again become a point of discussion. The IAF, as per the statistics, lost 2,374 aircraft in crashes up to September 2023, including 1,126…
Photo: Hailee Steinfeld addresses ‘natural connection’ with Michael B. JordanHailee Steinfeld and Michael B. Jordan have reportedly become close friends.In a new chat with Collider, the actress hailed Michael B. Jordan’s ability to pull of two characters, a pair of twin brothers, in new project, Sinners. For those unversed, Michael B. Jordan portrays Smoke and Stack, whereas Hailey’s character Mary serves as Stack’s primary romantic interest. Elaborated on Michael B. Jordan’s distinct portrayals, the acting sensation addressed that she was impressed by his energy on set, which clearly indicated which twin he was embodying.”One thing that I was fascinated by the entire…