In a damning revelation from Washington, Pakistan-based Islamist terror groups are diversifying revenue streams through humanitarian facades and digital innovations to elude watchdogs. Organizations like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba are exploiting disasters, religious constructions, and online platforms to amass funds worldwide while spreading extremist propaganda. PJ Media contributor Uzay Bulut criticizes Pakistan’s track record, accusing it of stonewalling effective reforms against terror financing and laundering. Despite global pressure, concrete institutional changes remain absent. Spotlight falls on Hammad Azhar, son of JeM chief Masood Azhar, who fronts Gaza aid appeals. Posing as ‘Qaiser Ahmad’ online, he shares videos glorifying fabricated charity work…
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India’s unbeaten T20I streak against New Zealand ended dramatically in Visakhapatnam, but captain Suryakumar Yadav remains unfazed. The 50-run hammering in the fourth match was a calculated risk to blood World Cup contenders, he revealed. Kiwis’ openers Devon Conway (44) and Tim Seifert (62) laid the foundation for 215/7. India’s reply folded at 165 in 18.4 overs, exposing vulnerabilities in the chase. At the toss, SKY opted to bowl first despite India’s strong batting form. ‘The idea was to challenge ourselves in a big chase scenario,’ he stated. ‘With dew playing spoilsport, we tested only six batters backed by five…
Nationwide backlash engulfs the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) fresh guidelines, with general category students and savarna groups leading the charge against what they call casteist overreach. In Hapur, spiritual luminary Acharya Pramod Krishnam minced no words, deeming the move a recipe for societal fracture. Speaking candidly to IANS, Acharya Pramod asserted, ‘Decisions that split society are never right for India.’ As the country races toward Vishwaguru status, he warned against caste-driven fragmentation. Admitting he hasn’t delved into the rules yet, he promised a detailed critique post-review. Echoing these sentiments, Jagadguru Swami Narendraanand Saraswati condemned the policy outright. ‘Equality demands a…
A scathing report exposes Pakistan’s transformation into a full-fledged military-led state in 2025, shattering the myth of internal stability. Imtiaz Gul, a prominent security analyst from Islamabad, argues in East Asia Forum that suppressing dissent and currying favor with global powers has yielded only brittle calm. The hybrid regime—once veiled in civilian garb—now stands naked in its authoritarian core, failing to win public faith. Democracy took heavy blows last year. Courts lost independence, lawmakers became subservient, and the February 2024 polls’ disputed assembly bent to military will. Powers shifted formally to the armed forces through new laws, sidelining electoral competition…
In a birthday treat for fans, the team behind Pavan Sadineni’s upcoming ‘Akasamlo Oka Tara’ unveiled Shruti Haasan’s striking first look from the film. The South cinema venture features Dulquer Salmaan and Sathvika Veeravalli in lead roles, with Shruti stepping into a meaty character that screams intensity. Posted on X amid birthday celebrations for the actress on Wednesday, the image captures Shruti in glasses, her expression a mix of steely determination and charisma. ‘Every bit a trailblazer… Happy Birthday Shruti Haasan from the Akasamlo Oka Tara team,’ proclaimed the post, igniting social media frenzy. Geetha Arts and Swapna Cinema back…
Kolkata’s political corridors are buzzing after the Election Commission of India (ECI) took a bold step by directly appointing 15 IAS and 10 IPS officers from West Bengal as Special Roll Observers (SROs) for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drives in other states. The order, issued Wednesday, comes amid accusations of stonewalling by the state administration. A communique delivered to the Nabanna secretariat mandates these officers to undergo training on February 5 and 6, after which they will be dispatched to their assigned states. This move bypasses the usual protocol where state governments nominate personnel, revealing deep cracks in coordination. Insider…
In a revelation that could sway Bangladesh’s upcoming February 12 elections, Jamaat-e-Islami’s leadership is caught in a web of contradictory signals on Sharia law. Senior party members, including candidates, downplay Sharia implementation in official statements to appeal to a wider electorate. Yet, these very leaders appear on prime-time TV advocating aggressively for Islamic law. Grassroots fervor adds fuel to the fire. Party cadres portray voting for the iconic scale symbol as a divine duty, with extremists labeling it a direct path to heaven. A Wednesday report from a top Dhaka newspaper lays bare this duplicity, painting a picture of calculated…
In a high-scoring thriller at Visakhapatnam, New Zealand outclassed India by 50 runs in the fourth T20I, opening their account in the series India had already sealed 3-1. The Kiwis’ batting fireworks set an imposing 215/7, which proved too steep for the hosts. Tim Seifert and Devon Conway’s explosive opening stand of 100 in 8.2 overs shattered records, becoming the quickest team century against India in T20Is on home turf. Conway departed for 44 (23 balls), but Seifert’s 62 (36 balls) kept the momentum. Daryl Mitchell’s brisk 39* (18) and Glenn Phillips’ 24 pushed the total higher. India’s attack was…
From silver screens to drum kits, Mallika Sherawat is rewriting her story one beat at a time. The versatile actress dropped a fun Instagram reel this Wednesday, revealing her hands-on training session with ace drummer Dave Moreno, and it’s already captivating social media. Dressed in casual chic, Mallika grabs the sticks and dives in, playfully pleading with Moreno, ‘I want to learn drums too!’ The video captures the duo in sync, with Moreno demonstrating techniques that have her hooked instantly. Her caption sums it up: ‘Taking drum lessons from legendary Dave Moreno.’ Who is Dave Moreno? A powerhouse in American…
The shocking plane crash that claimed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s life has left the political fraternity reeling. Union Minister of State Ramdass Athawale, visibly moved, led the tributes in Pune, underscoring the deep personal and professional bonds they shared. During a media interaction, Athawale reminisced, ‘My relations with Ajit Dada were very cordial. His commitment to progress drove him to align with Mahayuti.’ He painted Pawar as a formidable force in politics – authoritative in speech, sharp in resolve, and exemplary in governance and time management. ‘He was candid to a fault, saying exactly what he thought,’ Athawale noted.…