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Getting the Quad ready for a protracted war

April 21, 2025

Budget targets revealed The upcoming budget is circling a hefty Rupees 18,000 billion mark
The upcoming federal budget is expected to be between Rupees 17,500 billion and Rupees 18,000 billion official documents reveal. The FBR is tasked with a revenue target of Rupees 14,307 billion for the next fiscal year. This includes significant contributions from direct taxes and sales tax. The budget anticipates Rupees 6,470 billion from direct taxes…
Indian platforms quietly remove Turkish dramas over political ties
Indian streaming platforms have quietly begun removing popular Turkish dramas. This decision is reportedly tied to Turkey’s perceived political stance favoring Pakistan during recent tensions. This has become a sensitive issue for many Indian viewers. Zee5 has already removed its entire catalog of Turkish dramas without any public announcement. Other major OTT platforms are also…
Western Japan trying to lure inbound tourists with taste of samurai
TOKYO — With the 2025 World Expo in Osaka attracting visitors from abroad to Japan, local governments and tourism businesses across western parts of the country are using this opportunity to entice more visitors. Currently, foreign visitors to Japan often travel the “Golden Route” comprising Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto and Osaka. Municipalities in areas west…
Bilal Musharraf Reveals Conversation with Father in Final Days
Bilal Musharraf, son of ex-President Pervez Musharraf, has publicly spoken about his father’s final days for the first time. His personal account offers a rare glimpse into the life of a former Pakistani leader. Pervez Musharraf served as President from 2001 to 2008. Bilal described their relationship as direct, with criticism intended for improvement, a…
Actress Sadia Imam visits holy sites in Iraq
KARACHI: Renowned Lollywood actress Sadia Imam, celebrated for her memorable roles in iconic 90s PTV dramas such as ‘Wafa’, ‘Chhoti Si Kahani’, and ‘Mehndi’, is currently on a spiritual pilgrimage in Iraq. The versatile artist, also known for her recent popularity as the host of the drama review show ‘Kya Drama Hai’, has been…
Brooklyn Bridge collision with Mexican naval ship leaves multiple casualties
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Brooklyn Bridge collision with Mexican naval ship leaves multiple casualties 01:49 UP NEXT Police say Palm Springs car blast was an ‘intentional act of terrorism’ 01:28 At least 18 dead after powerful tornado ripped through Kentucky 01:05 Missouri…
Thailand’s Banpu and CP turn to Japan ‘deep tech’ for sustainability
BANGKOK — Some of Thailand’s biggest corporate groups are partnering with Japanese startups to improve sustainability, as the country seeks to speed up carbon emissions cuts. Japanese startup Algal Bio, which sprang from the University of Tokyo, has signed a joint research agreement with Thai coal producer Banpu on capturing carbon dioxide with microalgae.
Tall ship flying Mexican flag strikes Brooklyn Bridge, injuring several people
A tall ship flying the Mexican flag struck the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City Saturday night, seriously injuring at least three people, police sources with knowledge of the incident said. An additional dozen or so people suffered minor injuries, the officials said. Others were being checked out, and divers were probing waters at the…