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Addressing an economic conclave, Pakistan’s interior minister Mohsin Naqvi made it clear that the current governance structure in Pakistan had collapsed. What followed was even more intriguing. He openly advocated creation of more provinces or administrative units to improve governance.

A major political rift has erupted within Pakistan's political landscape. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi declared that Pakistan's current governance system has "collapsed," leading the military establishment and top officials to advocate for creating new administrative provinces. However, the proposal faces stern pushback. Ruling coalition partners PML-N and PPP have voiced strong opposition to restructuring the country's provincial map, exposing deep cracks within the Field Marshal Asim Munir-led hybrid setup. Meanwhile, widespread turmoil escalates in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (POJK) alongside a deadly wave of suicide attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).

A major power struggle appears to be underway between Israel's defence minister and the Israeli military. After reportedly announcing on live television that he was replacing a top IDF general, Israel Katz is now allegedly walking back his remarks, even as the Israeli military reportedly refused to act on Katz's announcement.

Harshad Chopda, who had earned the season’s first spot in the grand finale, voluntarily gave up his place and exited the show to save his friend and co-star, Shivangi Joshi, from elimination.

The BBC reports that the Iran-linked Foxtrot crime network recruited teenagers to carry out attacks on Israeli targets across Europe. Tehran denies the allegations.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with Education and Sports Minister Ashish Sood, attended the closing ceremony of the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships at Thyagaraj Stadium, where they honoured the winners and praised their performances.

Donald Trump shared a series of AI-generated images on Truth Social, depicting himself as Elvis Presley, alongside George Washington, and in other fantasy scenarios.

The election also witnessed early controversy after the BJP replaced its original candidate, Abhishek Bunty, with Neeraj Kumar Sinha within 24 hours of the nomination filing process in Bihar's Bankipur.

The US military is reportedly seeking "creative and unconventional" ways to pressure Iran as Donald Trump weighs fresh military action, CNN reported.

#Gravitas U.S. President Donald Trump spent the weekend turning his Truth Social account into a showcase of AI-generated images. Mixing politics with fantasy and personal branding. From historic American heroes to walking with aliens. The U.S. President shared over 40 posts, most of which were AI-generated images that quickly grabbed attention and sparked many online conversations.

US President Donald Trump has once again paused planned military strikes on Iran, and mentioned new set of talks are about to start. However, Iran has firmly rejected Trump's claims that it requested Washington to halt military action, calling the allegations false. In this report, we examine the latest developments in the escalating US-Iran crisis, the role of Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries in preventing a wider regional war, and whether diplomacy can still succeed after months of conflict.

Barely a week after the Cockroach Janata Party ended its protests in New Delhi, BJP continues to face political ramifications. Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor won the Bankipur seat, which was vacated by BJP National President Nitin Nabin. This was considered a BJP bastion. While retaining its seat in Gujarat, the party also lost a by-election in Madhya Pradesh.

Russia is increasingly relying on low-cost precision weapons and mass drone attacks to overwhelm Ukraine's air defenses. Moscow has deployed systems such as the S8000 Banderol cruise missile and retrofitted glide bombs alongside large drone swarms, aiming to exhaust Kyiv's limited interception capabilities as the war enters a new phase.

The Chief Ministers of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu may hold talks to discuss the long-running Cauvery water-sharing dispute. The proposed meeting comes amid renewed concerns over water allocation, with both states expected to explore a negotiated solution to ease tensions.

To see the physical and mental benefits of yoga, research suggests practising two to three times a week for fitness. However, short daily sessions of 20 minutes can effectively reduce stress and anxiety, while structured programs can assist with chronic pain management.

Millions globally start their day with yoga to improve joint flexibility, increase blood circulation, and lower morning cortisol levels. Scientific research shows this ancient Indian practice stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, enhancing mental clarity and daily focus.

Madagascar is a premier destination for wildlife lovers due to its extreme evolutionary isolation, separating from India 88 million years ago. The fourth-largest island globally, it boasts unique ecosystems where roughly 90 per cent of its flora and fauna, including all lemurs, are endemic.

Hasina, who fled Bangladesh after her government was ousted in August 2024, is scheduled to address an event on 5 August at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club.

Mongolia is the ideal choice for travellers seeking solitude. As the least densely populated independent nation, it averages just 2.2 people per square kilometre. Vast landscapes and a low tourist density guarantee an authentic off-grid adventure far away from crowded tourist spots.