In a stark indicator of Pakistan’s economic freefall, December 2025 exports crashed by 20.4%, extending a painful five-month losing streak. Government statistics paint a grim picture of a trade sector buckling under geopolitical strains and inherent weaknesses. Tensions at borders with India and Afghanistan have sealed off critical trade corridors, slashing volumes and inflating costs. Pakistan’s heavy dependence on China for commerce has backfired, burdened by exorbitant shipping and tariff hurdles. Export earnings tumbled from nearly $2.91 billion the previous December to $2.32 billion, even as imports inched up 2% to $6.02 billion. The result? A 24% spike in the…
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A foreign cargo ship tilted and went silent in the South China Sea, prompting a high-stakes rescue mission by Chinese forces near the contested Huangyan Island. The bulk carrier, carrying 21 crew from the Philippines toward China’s Guangdong, encountered disaster around 9:30 PM Thursday, 55 nautical miles northwest of the atoll. China’s Southern Theater Command sprang into action following a tip from Sanya’s maritime bureau. Military planes scoured the vast ocean expanse, complemented by two Coast Guard ships diverted from nearby patrols to the crisis zone. Rescue updates as of Friday midday: 17 individuals pulled from the waves—14 in stable…
Uttar Pradesh’s dynamic Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath demonstrated unwavering solidarity with the Hindu spiritual community by visiting the ailing Nrietya Gopal Das Maharaj at Medanta Hospital in Lucknow. The head of the Ram Janmabhoomi Trust, central to the Ayodhya Ram Temple project, is currently under intensive care for a gastrointestinal crisis. Taking to X, Yogi detailed his hospital visit: he personally met the Mahant, assessed his health status, and consulted with physicians on the treatment plan. Expressing optimism, the CM invoked divine blessings for Maharaj’s prompt return to health. Admitted after collapsing into unconsciousness, the 85-year-old saint suffers from acute…
China’s intellectual property sector hit record highs in 2025, positioning the nation as a global innovation powerhouse. At a key press briefing, Deputy Director Rui Wanpiao highlighted how high-value invention patents climbed to 2.292 million. Rapid expansion shone in IT management, computing, and biotech, with valid invention patents multiplying swiftly. China’s AI patent portfolio stands unrivaled worldwide, a crown jewel in its IP arsenal. Granting milestones included 972,000 invention patents and 1.461 million utility models. Over 96,000 reexamination and invalidation requests were settled, enhancing efficiency. Applications for patent transfers and licenses reached 697,000, growing 13.7% from the previous year. Academic…
In a bold move, ED Director Rahul Naveen has called for a detailed report from his teams after West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee reportedly interfered in agency raids on I-PAC premises. The operations, part of an ongoing coal smuggling investigation, targeted the political consultancy’s Salt Lake office and a key executive’s home on January 8. Arriving on Thursday evening for a three-day oversight tour, Naveen convened a marathon session with Kolkata zonal officers Friday. The agenda covered multiple financial misconduct cases, but the spotlight fell on the I-PAC raids where Banerjee showed up flanked by senior bureaucrats and policemen. Sources…
In a bid to shield the 2026 voter list’s Special Intensive Revision from chaos, West Bengal’s Chief Electoral Officer has issued a no-nonsense order: instant FIRs for any law-and-order violations. Manoj Agarwal’s communication to district heads follows a Supreme Court ruling on January 19, 2026, addressing grievances over the SIR rollout. Petitions, including those from Trinamool Congress leaders, pointed to massive voter harassment after 1.36 crore notices flagged logical inconsistencies. The apex court directed adherence to principles of openness and equity, including listing disputed entries publicly and allowing hearings with representatives. The new protocol demands District Election Officers report incidents…
In the heart of central China, Wuhan hosted the prestigious 2026 China Conference and Exhibition Economy International Cooperation Forum over three dynamic days from Wednesday through Friday. A key moment came when CCPIT released the ‘China Exhibition Economy Development Report 2025’, offering deep insights into the industry’s trajectory. Domestic exhibitions in China demonstrated remarkable stability and progress in 2025. The sector shattered previous benchmarks, with 4,095 trade and economic exhibitions organized nationwide, spanning 159 million square meters of space – up 6.53% and 2.5% respectively from the previous year. Overseas, Chinese-led exhibitions maintained a steady course while adapting structures for…
In a strong message amid rising tensions in Ujjain’s Tarana town, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav vowed on Friday that his administration will crack down hard on those disturbing peace. The remarks came after a skirmish between two groups turned ugly, involving stone-throwing and assaults. What began as a trivial argument on Thursday evening spiraled into violence when assailants reportedly beat up a local Hindu organization leader and his companion. By Friday morning, the feud intensified with both sides exchanging stones, as evidenced by widely shared social media clips. Police acted decisively, deploying massive forces and clamping prohibitory orders. Flag…
The streets of Ranchi came alive with devotion on Friday as Pahari Baba’s Tilakotsav procession paraded through the city on Vasant Panchami. Spearheaded by Sri Shiv Barat Ayojan Mahasamiti and the teams from Pahari Mandir and Aryapuri Shiv Panch Mandir, the event was a feast for the senses, complete with gongs, drums, and jubilant chants. Starting at Aryapuri Shiv Panch Mandir, the grand shobha yatra progressed to Pahari Mandir, attracting hundreds of participants dressed in ethnic finery. Devotees balanced ornate baskets of offerings on their heads, their faces glowing with anticipation. A ceremonial welcome awaited them at the temple gates.…
In a candid interview in Muzaffarpur, Union Minister Raj Bhushan Chaudhary explained why Rahul Gandhi’s rhetoric falls on deaf ears among Indians. Reacting to Sadhvi Pragya’s controversial remark about a ‘foreign woman’s son’ unfit to rule, Chaudhary focused on Gandhi’s track record. ‘His conduct ensures nobody takes him seriously,’ Chaudhary told IANS. He accused Gandhi of tarnishing India’s image overseas during power bids. ‘People see through this tactic,’ he added. Delving into Congress internals, Chaudhary cast doubt on Rahul’s solidarity with Priyanka. ‘Rahul can’t stomach his sister’s advancement to national president. Sibling rivalry like this undermines national service claims.’ He…