NASA's James Webb Space Telescope will usher in a new era in astronomy as it gathers information on the universe's earliest stages, star formation, and whether planets beyond our solar system may be suitable for life.

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope to take flight soon

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Foreign Ministers of Central Asian nations and highlighted the scope to expand cooperation, trade and ties.

India's PM Modi meets Central Asian Foreign Ministers & highlighted scope to expand cooperation

Leaders of Islamic nations have gathered in Pakistan for a special meeting of the 57-member organization of Islamic cooperation (OIC). The focus of the meet is on the Afghan crisis, in the latest, Pakistan has warned of 'grave consequences for the international communities if Afghanistan's economic meltdown continues.

OIC member states in Islamabad pledges support to war-torn Afghanistan amid humanitarian crisis

Pakistan's Supreme Court has come down heavily on the country's military establishment, pointing out that land meant for defence purposes was being misused for commercial activities. The three-judge bench belonging to the country's top court was hearing a case relating to the illegal use of cantonment board lands in Karachi.

Falcon Mall on defence land: Pakistan military misuses land for commercial purpose

Tensions are simmering at the Ukraine border and in the latest remark, Russian president Vladimir Putin has blamed the West for escalating tensions across Europe and has stated that Russia will respond adequately to any western aggression.

Russia presses for urgent US response to its demands, warns of advanced military action

Omicron is now the dominant variant of the COVID-19 in the US, federal health officials said, racing ahead of Delta and other variants and accounting for 73% of new infections last week. America is staring at a bleak holiday season as the new variant has upended lives with its aggressive transmissions. US president Joe Biden is all set for his address on the Omicron surge.

US president Joe Biden to address nation on Omicron surge

In a shocking remark, Pakistan PM Imran Khan justifies the Taliban's ban on girls' education. He also urged the international community to be sensitive to tribal customs.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan defends & justifies Taliban ban on girls' education

Kidambi Srikanth created history at the Badminton World Championships, becoming the first Indian male shuttler to win a Silver medal at the prestigious event. The former World No.1 spoke To Wion Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo on his run to the final and return to the spotlight.

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth scripts history after his Silver medal win at World Championships

Forest fires have taken a toll on Bolivia's San Matias region. Activists have blamed the government's poor environmental policies that have allowed local farmers to bend the rules.

Bolivia: Forest fires ravage nature reserve

As Omicron cases rise in India to 161 cases, India steps up its vaccination program. According to Health Ministry, 58% of adults are fully vaccinated.

COVID-19: Omicron cases rise in India as tally reach 161

Fear and anxiety have gripped people from Sri Lanka, where gas leak related accidents and explosions have risen dramatically lately. A whopping 847 gas-related incidents have been reported in 2021 so far.

Sri Lanka: Fear & anxiety among people due to rising incidents of gas leak explosions

Former US President Donald Trump has sued New York Attorney General Letitia James seeking to end her civil investigation into his business practices.

Former US President Donald Trump files lawsuit against NY Attorney General Letitia James

Sri Lanka is going through a severe economic crisis. The island nation is struggling to import oil and thus resorted to price hikes to discourage consumption. The CPC raised the price of petrol by Rs 20 and diesel by Rs 10. It is now selling petrol at Rs 177 and diesel at Rs 121 a litre.

Sri Lanka hikes petrol and diesel prices as economic crisis worsens

US’ National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan is heading to visit Israel and the focus of the meeting remains on Iran nuclear deal that came to a halt. Sullivan will also hold a detailed discussion with Israeli PM Naftali Bennett.

US NSA Jake Sullivan To Visit Israel, discuss Iran Nuclear Deal

Do you remember the password to all your internet platforms? If not, do you feel anxious about it? Palki Sharma tells why password anxiety is real and how you can deal with it.

Gravitas: Do you have password anxiety?

Chile has elected a 'leftist millennial' as its new President. A 35-yr-old Gabriel Boric will be the youngest President in Chile's history. He is also being called the most 'left-wing' President till date. Why? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: 35-yr-old leftist millennial becomes Chile's new President

On Sunday, India and Pakistan held two concurrent meetings on Afghanistan. India used its meeting to build regional consensus. Pakistan used its meeting to play a Taliban apologist and push its Kashmir agenda. Palki Sharma tells you about the stark contrast.

Gravitas: Pak uses OIC meeting on Afghanistan to raise Kashmir issue

Political upheavals in Myanmar and Afghanistan are driving the illegal drug trade in South Asia and Southeast Asia. Stuck in the middle of these drug hubs is India. Palki Sharma tells you how India can avoid this looming drug epidemic.

Gravitas: A looming drug menace in India?

Saudi Arabia is doing the unthinkable. After hosting a film festival, Riyadh threw a 'rave party' where men and women danced together. Is the kingdom truly transforming or is this all a facade? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia does the unthinkable, throws a 'rave party' in Riyadh

Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai has denied making sexual assault charges against a former Chinese Premier. What explains this U-turn? Is China intimidating the tennis icon? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Peng Shuai changes her story, but WTA unconvinced

Omicron has spooked investors. The new variant of COVID-19 triggered a major sell-off in the Indian markets - with investors losing over USD130 billion. Why are investors worried about Omicron? Palki Sharma tells you about the five worrying trends.

Gravitas: Omicron spooks Indian markets, investors lose over USD130 billion in a day

Covid-19 infections have broken major records in parts of Europe in recent weeks, governments are scrambling to bolster up their defences against the fast-spreading of the Omicron variant. Amid this health crisis, the WHO has called for nations to redouble their efforts to end this pandemic.

Covid-19 infections have broken records in parts of Europe

'Will respond to aggression,' Putin blames West for escalating tensions | Russia-Ukraine tensions

After immense conflict, a drought is now battering Somalia. More than two million people have been affected and the situation continues to get worse. UN has said that one in four Somalis faces acute hunger.

UN: Somalia drought affects 2.3 million people, one in four Somalis face acute hunger

The Church of Nativity in Bethlehem is all ready to welcome visitors after the end of the 8-year-long renovation process. On The West Asia Post, Ghadi Francis tells you the story of the oldest church in the Holy Land.

The West Asia Post | Church of Nativity ready to welcome visitors

The Omicron variant was first reported in South Africa in November. The covid variant Omicron has been identified in dozens of countries and now is the most dominant strain in the United States.

Rapid spread of Omicron variant raises concerns for Washington

Covid-19 Latest News | 73%  Omicron infections in United States last week

The West Asia Post | Security, strategic ties top the Gulf agenda | 42nd GCC summit in Riyadh

Covid-19 infections have broken records in parts of Europe in recent weeks, governments are scrambling to bolster defences against the fast-spreading Omicron. Amid the health crisis, the WHO has warned nations that the Omicron variant appears to be better at evading anti-bodies.

'Omicron strain infecting the vaccinated,' WHO issues warning on Covid-19 variant

As the United Kingdom continues to report a record number of covid-19 cases, PM Boris Johnson stressed the need to exercise caution and booster doses, if the country doesn't want to be in lockdown during Christmas.

UK PM Boris Johnson under pressure not to impose any restrictions during Christmas

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NASA's James Webb Space Telescope to take flight soon

India's PM Modi meets Central Asian Foreign Ministers & highlighted scope to expand cooperation

OIC member states in Islamabad pledges support to war-torn Afghanistan amid humanitarian crisis

Falcon Mall on defence land: Pakistan military misuses land for commercial purpose

Russia presses for urgent US response to its demands, warns of advanced military action

US president Joe Biden to address nation on Omicron surge

Pakistan PM Imran Khan defends & justifies Taliban ban on girls' education

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth scripts history after his Silver medal win at World Championships

Bolivia: Forest fires ravage nature reserve

COVID-19: Omicron cases rise in India as tally reach 161

Sri Lanka: Fear & anxiety among people due to rising incidents of gas leak explosions

Former US President Donald Trump files lawsuit against NY Attorney General Letitia James

Sri Lanka hikes petrol and diesel prices as economic crisis worsens

US NSA Jake Sullivan To Visit Israel, discuss Iran Nuclear Deal

Gravitas: Do you have password anxiety?

Gravitas: 35-yr-old leftist millennial becomes Chile's new President

Gravitas: Pak uses OIC meeting on Afghanistan to raise Kashmir issue

Gravitas: A looming drug menace in India?

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia does the unthinkable, throws a 'rave party' in Riyadh

Gravitas: Peng Shuai changes her story, but WTA unconvinced

Gravitas: Omicron spooks Indian markets, investors lose over USD130 billion in a day

Covid-19 infections have broken records in parts of Europe

'Will respond to aggression,' Putin blames West for escalating tensions | Russia-Ukraine tensions

UN: Somalia drought affects 2.3 million people, one in four Somalis face acute hunger

UN: Somalia drought affects 2.3 million people, one in four Somalis face acute hunger

The West Asia Post | Church of Nativity ready to welcome visitors