Author: Fazal Khaliq

BREAKING: Israel Launches Major Strikes on Iran, Targeting Nuclear Sites; Region Braces for Escalation

BREAKING: Israel Launches Major Strikes on Iran, Targeting Nuclear Sites; Region Braces for Escalation

Posted by | Jun 13, 2025 | |

Israel launched major strikes across Iran early Friday, explicitly targeting nuclear facilities like Natanz and military sites, killing a top commander and scientists. Iran retaliated by firing drones toward Israel, prompting interceptions by Israeli defenses. The unprecedented direct attack triggered regional chaos: Jordan and Iraq closed airspace, flights were canceled, and Israel declared a state of emergency, mobilizing troops as fears of a wider war surged.

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Elon Musk Expresses Regret Over Attacks on Trump

Elon Musk Expresses Regret Over Attacks on Trump

Posted by | Jun 11, 2025 | |

Elon Musk has expressed regret over his recent attacks on U.S. President Donald Trump, admitting that some of his social media posts “went too far.” Musk’s criticisms included unsubstantiated claims about Trump’s involvement with Jeffrey Epstein. The remarks follow a public fallout after Musk opposed Trump’s tax and spending proposals. Musk has since deleted some of his posts and softened his stance, signaling a potential de-escalation in their conflict.

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Initiative aims to build permanent capacity and increase access to investment and training to save lives and protect infrastructure in vulnerable mountain range

Initiative aims to build permanent capacity and increase access to investment and training to save lives and protect infrastructure in vulnerable mountain range

Posted by | Jun 11, 2025 | , |

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed ICIMOD as a technical partner for its Building Adaptation and Resilience in the Hindu Kush Himalayas (BARHKH) initiative, launched in December 2023. With $6.52 million in funding, the initiative aims to reduce climate-induced hazards such as floods and landslides in Bhutan and Nepal. Switzerland contributes CHF 2 million and shares its expertise in disaster risk management. The project seeks to strengthen regional resilience, enhance early warning systems, and reduce disaster risks by building capacity and promoting climate-resilient investments.

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Beyond Sutras: Gandhara’s Hidden Hand in Japan’s Pacifist Constitution, Reveals Monk

Beyond Sutras: Gandhara’s Hidden Hand in Japan’s Pacifist Constitution, Reveals Monk

Posted by | Jun 10, 2025 | |

Japanese monk Ven. Jiun Sugitani revealed that ancient Pakistan’s Gandhara region significantly influenced Japan’s pacifist constitution. He traced Gandharan Buddhist principles → Prince Shotoku’s 7th-century constitution → Japan’s modern Article 9 renouncing war, calling Gandhara’s peace philosophy foundational to Japan’s identity.

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Swat’s Tourism Dilemma: A Surge in Visitors, Yet Mounting Waste and Environmental Concerns

Swat’s Tourism Dilemma: A Surge in Visitors, Yet Mounting Waste and Environmental Concerns

Posted by | Jun 10, 2025 | , |

Swat, once known as the “Switzerland of Pakistan,” is facing an environmental crisis due to a surge in tourism. While the region has attracted a record number of visitors, the influx has led to widespread pollution and waste at popular sites like Mahodand Lake, Ushu Forest, and Taip Banda. Environmental activists are urging both tourists and the district administration to adopt responsible practices and enforce eco-tourism measures to prevent further degradation. Without immediate action, Swat risks losing its natural beauty to neglect and overexploitation.

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