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Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Trump and Putin: a strained relationship

Donald Trump styles himself as a strongman. And that's exactly what he sees in Vladimir Putin.

Minor Rescued From Naigaon Sex Racket Alleges Abuse by 200 Men

A 14-year-old Bangladeshi girl rescued from a sex racket in Maharashtra claims she was abused by 200 men in three months. Ten suspects are in custody as police investigate the multi-state trafficking network.

Shah Mehmood Qureshi to follow party policy after release: Salman Raja

PTI’s Shah Mahmood Qureshi has been granted bail and issued release warrants in May 9 riot cases but still faces six more legal challenges. Party leadership confirms he will act only under Imran Khan’s directives, amid criticism of the country’s judicial independence.

India’s Waning Strategic Value: U.S. Recalibration and the South Asian Balance

Recent geopolitical developments, including Pakistan’s tactical successes and India’s internal challenges, are forcing the US to rethink its Indo-Pacific strategy and reassess its alliances in South Asia.

Southeast Asia Faces 70% Surge in Plastic Waste Leakage Without Urgent Action

An OECD report warns that plastic waste leakage in Southeast Asia, China, Japan, and South Korea could rise nearly 70% by 2050 without stronger policies, making the region a global hotspot for plastic pollution.

Australia’s Recognition of Palestine Challenges Netanyahu’s Brutality but Risks Falling Short Without Real Action

Australia’s recognition of Palestine challenges Netanyahu’s war policy but risks being meaningless without sanctions and concrete action.

Madonna calls on Pope Leo to visit Gaza

Madonna has called on Pope Leo to visit Gaza, urging him to bring hope and relief to starving Palestinian children. The pop icon’s plea comes amid rising civilian casualties, mass starvation, and international calls for a ceasefire.

UN, media groups condemn Israel’s deadly strike on Al Jazeera team in Gaza

Condemnations poured in from the United Nations, the EU and media rights groups Monday after an Israeli strike killed an Al Jazeera news team in Gaza, as Palestinians mourned the journalists and Israel accused one of them of being a Hamas militant.

Taylor Swift Announces 12th Studio Album

Taylor Swift has announced her twelfth studio album 'The Life of a Showgirl' in a surprise midnight reveal, sparking fan theories and marking her first major release since regaining her full music catalog.

Trump wants to evict homeless from Washington

US President Donald Trump has urged homeless people in Washington, DC, to leave the city immediately, promising to make the capital safer and cleaner. His comments come amid concerns over crime, with federal interventions ramping up.

India condemns Pakistan army chief’s reported nuclear threats

India has condemned a set of nuclear threats that were reportedly made by Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir on Sunday, calling them “irresponsible.”

US Designates BLA and Majeed Brigade as Foreign Terrorist Organisations

The US has designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its suicide squad, the Majeed Brigade, as Foreign Terrorist Organisations, expanding sanctions first imposed in 2019.