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India's High Commissioner to South Africa Prabhat Kumar noted there is strong excitement in Johannesburg ahead of PM Modi's G20 visit, noting his experience and the anticipation among the Indian community and global leaders. He added that the PM will present India's and the Global South's agenda at the Summit.

Prices of pine nuts in South Waziristan have crashed from PKR 10,000 to PKR 3,000 per kg, causing major financial losses. Traders blame oversupply, weak international demand and constant harassment by customs and police, warning that continued interference could severely hurt Pakistan's chilgoza exports.

The draft is said to ask Ukraine to pull out from the remaining parts of the new Russian regions in Donbass still under its control, reduce its military strength by at least half, surrender certain weapons systems and drop its bid to join NATO.

According to local reports, a portion of the railing broke off and fell onto a butcher's stall on the street below, hitting customers and pedestrians passing through the crowded lane.

The data, obtained through the Right to Information (RTI) law from the Punjab Police, highlights the persistent and widespread nature of abuse across the province, as reported by The Express Tribune.

A newly released Global Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Report 2025 highlights widening disparities, with low and middle-income nations disproportionately affected. According to the report, resistance was most prevalent in the WHO South-East Asia and Eastern Mediterranean regions in 2023.

A gas leak caused a factory explosion in Faisalabad's Malikpur area, killing 15 people and injuring several others, according to officials. Rescue teams recovered bodies from the rubble, and an inquiry has been launched. Authorities and labour groups criticised unsafe conditions and called for support for victims' families.

Exiled journalist Taha Siddiqui says Ishaq Dar's Brussels visit comes as the EU prepares to review Pakistan's GSP+ trade benefits amid widespread human rights abuses, political repression, and militancy concerns. He warns that ignoring these violations would undermine Europe's credibility.

According to The Balochistan Post, Saeeda stated that these individuals have not only questioned the family but have also entered the house multiple times, raising fears that her father might be targeted again. She criticised the authorities for failing to conclude any investigation into his abduction despite years of appeals. 'What sort of inquiry is this,' she asked, 'that even after thirty-one months of brutality, they have not completed it and now the same people seem to be looking for another chance to take him?'

Australia's High Commissioner said Foreign Minister Penny Wong's visit focused on the annual dialogue with India, highlighting strong ties with EAM Jaishankar and announcing new sports partnerships. The plan includes exchange programs for athletes and coaches between both countries, including access to Australia's Institute of Sport.

'We live in a world which is more competitive and disrupted, and it is a time that we need stable and reliable partners,' he said. 'Despite all the global disruption, between India and Australia things are very stable. There is a high level of strategic trust, and we want to be a reliable partner for India and all the other peace-loving countries in the region.'

Mamdani will meet Trump in the White House on Friday, the first meeting between the two and also since his victory in the New York City Mayoral election

Punjab cities, including Lahore, faced hazardous smog levels, with AQI readings reaching extreme highs. Authorities blamed poor compliance with smog rules at construction sites. Punjab's EPA and Police launched a major crackdown, issuing fines, arrests, and challans, while enforcing strict penalties to curb pollution.

It is feared that more people are under the debris

Speaking to ANI, Green revealed that critical minerals featured prominently in discussions during Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong's recent visit to New Delhi.

The US Navy is working to recover an F/A-18 jet and MH-60 helicopter that crashed in the South China Sea, amid concerns China could access sensitive technology. A Navy salvage ship is on-site, with experts warning the wreckage could offer valuable military intelligence.

The USGS reported that the quake occurred at 10:08 am (IST). Tremors were widely felt in Dhaka around 10:40 am and were also reported in parts of India.

Iran says six million foreign nationals live in the country and over 1.5 million Afghans have returned this year, mostly voluntarily. Afghan migrants report growing restrictions, while Afghanistan says over 284,000 people have been deported recently. UNHCR warns of rising expulsions amid declining international aid.

During the visit, Admiral Tripathi held a series of high-level meetings with senior US civilian and military leaders, including US Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan, Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby, INDOPACOM Commander Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, US Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Stephen P. Koehler, and US Marine Forces Pacific Commander Lt Gen James F. Glynn. He also met Vice Admiral Yvette DeVids, Steve Parode, and Rear Admiral Raymond P. Owens.

Four Islamabad High Court judges tried to challenge the 27th Amendment, but the Supreme Court refused to hear their petition and told them to approach the new Federal Constitutional Court. The judges argue the amendment undermines judicial independence and gives excessive power to the executive.

3 people are killed in Dhaka while the fourth dies in the suburban river port town of Narayanganj; 2 deaths were reported from Narsingdi

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will push affordability issues in his White House meeting with President Trump, stressing he'll work with anyone to help New Yorkers. He plans to highlight cost-of-living concerns while maintaining he'll oppose any agenda that harms the city.

Speaking at the India-Israel Business Summit in Tel Aviv, Goyal opened his address by acknowledging the recent challenges faced by Israelis, referring to the October 7 Hamas attack and hostilities that followed it. 'The last two years have been difficult for our brothers and sisters in Israel. You all have shown tremendous resilience in the face of adversity, and I commend you for that. I truly admire your ability to withstand difficulties,' he said.

The ISS shared nighttime images of major world cities, including a striking view of Delhi glowing brightly from space. The visuals highlight Delhi's size, landmarks and luminosity, alongside cities like Singapore, Tokyo and São Paulo, which the ISS calls some of the brightest urban centers seen from orbit.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stressed that despite its 'failures' over Gaza and Ukraine, the UN remains essential and must become more inclusive. Speaking at the Desmond Tutu Peace Lecture, he urged global cooperation, interfaith acceptance, justice with peace, and carrying forward Tutu's legacy of compassion and hope.