CM Sukhu informed Shah that precious lives had been lost and key infrastructure, including roads, bridges, buildings, irrigation schemes, water supply schemes and electricity supply systems, had been severely affected during this disaster.
The UN has warned of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan due to a major funding gap. Many, like Kabul cobbler Hussain Haidari, struggle without aid. Officials urge more global support, while experts stress the need for long-term solutions beyond short-term relief.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday attached six immovable properties worth Rs 4.18 crore owned by Spectrum Infraservices Pvt Ltd--- a company owned and controlled by Atul Rai, ex-MP from Uttar Pradesh's Ghosi Constituency-- and slain gangster-cum politician Mukhtar Ansari's aide Ji
Russian FM Sergey Lavrov said Trump is under "improper pressure" from the EU and NATO to take a tougher stance on Ukraine. He criticised Western sanctions, claimed Europe will bear the cost, and blamed NATO for triggering the crisis, according to Russian state media outlet RT.
EAM S. Jaishankar, at the SCO meet in Tianjin, urged member nations to support Afghanistan with development aid and stressed the need for unity in shaping a multipolar world. He shared the message on X, reaffirming India's commitment to regional stability and collective cooperation through p
The UN says over 1.3 million Afghans have returned in 2025, overwhelming Afghanistan's fragile support systems. Tolo News reports the UN is urging urgent global aid, warning of rising poverty, underfunded relief efforts, and risks to regional stability without immediate reintegration support
Israel struck Lebanon's Bekaa Valley and Syria's Suwayda as attacks on Gaza continue. Al Jazeera reports over 58,000 killed in Gaza since October 7. Settlers torched Palestinian property in the West Bank. The UN recorded 875 killed near Gaza aid points and convoys over the past six weeks.
US President Trump announced new military aid for Ukraine and threatened heavy tariffs on Russia's partners to end the war within 50 days. He criticized Putin, vowed faster weapons delivery via NATO, and said Europe would pay. A Senate bill also proposes 500% tariffs on Russia, The Hill repo
South Africa batter Markram and West Indies skipper Matthews were announced as the winners of the ICC Men's and Women's Player of the Month awards for June 2025.
South Africa righ-hand batter Aiden Markram was announced the Player of the Month for June on Monday following his all-round performance in the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at 'Home of Cricket', Lord's for which he also won the Player of the Match award, as per the ICC
Expressing his growing concern over Russian President Vladimir Putin's deceptive tactics in the wake of the recent aggressions against Ukraine, US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) confirmed that Washington will be sending its Patriot air defence systems to Kyiv, noting that t
According to a release, acting swiftly, he ordered the suspension of the Junior Engineer, a notice to the Assistant Engineer, and Rs 9 lakh (Rs 5 lakh from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund and Rs 4 lakh from the Disaster Relief Fund) in financial aid for the victim's family. Sending a strong