New Delhi acted decisively after Pakistan’s alleged airstrike obliterated a key Kabul hospital on March 16 night. Shipping out 2.5 tons of critical medical aid—including emergency medicines, disposables, kits, and devices—India is bolstering Afghanistan’s strained healthcare system overwhelmed by casualties. The Ministry of External Affairs shared details via X: ‘To aid treatment and swift recovery of those injured in the heinous March 16 attack, India has sent 2.5 tons of emergency medical supplies to Kabul.’ This gesture reinforces India’s solidarity, with promises of ongoing support. According to Taliban reports, the strike hit a 2,000-bed facility, killing around 400 and wounding…
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In a bid to safeguard player welfare and team performance, Sri Lanka Cricket has rolled out compulsory fitness evaluations for its IPL-bound stars. Targeting the seven players auctioned into IPL 2026 franchises, the board insists on proof of peak condition before approving NOCs. The league’s marquee season starts March 28, but Sri Lankan hopefuls must first prove their mettle in Colombo next week. The decision underscores a troubling injury trend exposed in the recent T20 World Cup. Matheesha Pathirana (KKR), Wanindu Hasaranga (LSG), Isitha Maliga (SRH), Nuwan Thushara (RCB), Dushmantha Chameera and Pathum Nissanka (DC), and Kamindu Mendis (SRH) all…
Chaibasa, Jharkhand witnessed a horrifying patricide on Friday when a son mercilessly bludgeoned his father to death with a stick amid a trivial quarrel over home construction. His stepmother, attempting to stop the violence, was savagely beaten and now fights for life in hospital. Details emerged from Kumaradungi under West Singhbhum, where Satyawan Pan and son Prakash clashed in their yard. The dispute centered on building a government-provided house, but tempers flared beyond control. Prakash seized a sturdy stick and pounded his father relentlessly, ignoring pleas around him. As the stepmother—known locally as ‘chhoti ma’—stepped in to separate them, Prakash…
The ripple effects of Middle East conflicts have plunged Pakistan into an acute economic crisis, with skyrocketing oil costs and a massive trade gap threatening stability. According to an in-depth piece in The Friday Times from Lahore, key indicators reveal a nation in freefall. Pakistan’s per capita income is a lowly $1,812, GDP growth is stuck at 3.1 percent, and it ranks 168th on the Human Development Index among 193 countries. Stark realities include a 28.9 percent poverty rate, 60 percent adult literacy, 25.2 million children without schooling, and 12.8 percent unemployment among youth aged 15-24—South Asia’s most troubling stats.…
In a dramatic escalation of India’s banking fraud crackdown, Anil Ambani, the once-mighty Reliance Group figurehead, returned to CBI offices Friday for day two of interrogation. The Rs 2,929 crore scam allegation centers on loans extended to Reliance Communications by SBI, now under the microscope for alleged criminal machinations. Ambani’s Thursday session lasted nearly eight hours, with probes focusing on fund diversion and misuse from 2013-2017. Friday’s follow-up promised even deeper dives into the labyrinth of inter-company transfers that prosecutors claim defrauded lenders. SBI’s detailed complaint paints a picture of orchestrated deceit: criminal conspiracy, forgery, and betrayal leading to colossal…
With IPL 2025 just days away, starting March 28, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer is radiating optimism. At the Mohali jersey unveiling, he proclaimed, ‘Expectations are sky-high, and that’s what makes it thrilling. My focus is solely on the trophy.’ The team’s journey to last season’s final under Iyer’s captaincy showcased their potential, despite the heartbreak against RCB. This year, they’re hungry for redemption. Iyer thrives on challenges, stressing that every match demands victory. Iyer candidly discussed his post-injury transformation. Losing 7 kilos tested his resolve, but rigorous training brought him back stronger. ‘Overcoming that phase fills me with pride.…
In a moment that’s melting hearts online, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s latest Instagram stories have gone viral for their blend of emotion and health advocacy. Shared on Friday, the posts emphasize cutting sugar, healthy eating, and yoga—backed by a son’s emotional plea. Influencer Yuvraj Dua’s story stole the show. He revealed his father’s Modi fandom: topping the love list over friends and family. Imagining dire choices—like saving one from a burning building—dad picks Modi every time. Even a dragon wouldn’t distract him from Modi’s TV appearance. Before meals at events, he seeks Modi fans to praise the PM, ensuring digestion.…
A potent weather system threatens Jharkhand with fierce storms, hail, and lightning, triggering an orange alert from meteorologists. State authorities have mobilized disaster response units in anticipation of potential havoc. In a decisive move, Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari instructed all deputy commissioners Friday to activate emergency protocols. Preparedness includes deploying quick response teams, securing supplies, and surveilling high-risk zones. “Our priority is zero tolerance for casualties,” the minister declared, committing to round-the-clock monitoring. He will personally track developments, ensuring seamless coordination across districts. Jharkhand’s landscape, with its hilly terrains and farmlands, amplifies storm impacts. Hail can devastate crops vital to…
Gautam Buddh Nagar buzzed with optimism as In-Charge Minister Brijesh Singh unveiled a detailed report on nine years of governance achievements in a packed Collectorate hall. Attendees included key legislators like Narendra Bhati (MLC), Dhirendra Singh (Jewar MLA), Tejpal Nagar (Dadri MLA), alongside local leaders Amit Chaudhary, Abhishek Sharma, and Mahesh Chauhan. Drawing parallels to national leadership, Singh praised PM Modi’s guidance and CM Yogi’s stewardship for delivering unprecedented governance reforms since 2017. This systemic shift transformed Uttar Pradesh from a backward state into a beacon of progress, he emphasized. Security metrics stood out: Over Rs 4,000 crore in mafia…
Bollywood icon Anupam Kher melted hearts with an Instagram post honoring his decades-long friendship with Ashoke Pandit, the producer-activist whose family has become his second home. Amid Mumbai’s relentless grind, Kher highlighted how certain souls provide rock-solid support. Posting duo snapshots from a recent meet-up, Kher penned a touching caption: ‘Some people turn into life’s strongest pillars…’ He praised Pandit’s steadfast companionship, free of theatrics, that reassures solitude is an illusion. The camaraderie between Kher and Pandit is legendary, marked by public displays of solidarity and private bolstering during challenges. Kher revealed how Pandit’s world seamlessly merged with his own…