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Moscow: A new trend is emerging among Indian professionals seeking opportunities abroad. Recently, a group of Indian workers arrived in Russia, taking up jobs as street cleaners—despite holding engineering degrees. Attractive salaries are drawing them to these roles, highlighting a pragmatic approach to work and income. Engineer-Turned-CleanerAmong them is 26-year-old Mukesh Mandal, a former software developer, who is now working as a street cleaner in Saint Petersburg. Employed by the road maintenance company Kolomyazhskoye, Mandal earns 100,000 Russian rubles (approximately ₹1.1 lakh) per month, surpassing his earnings as an engineer in India. The company covers most of the workers’ living and administrative expenses, allowing them to save substantially from their salaries. Diverse...

Dhaka: Bangladesh is witnessing escalating political violence in major cities following the death of student leader Sharif Usman Hadi. Hundreds have taken to the streets in protest, and unrest continues to spread across the country. In the latest incident, Motaleeb Sikder, the Khulna Divisional Chief and central organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP), was shot in the head and is currently hospitalized in critical condition. The attack mirrors the pattern seen in Hadi’s killing, with unidentified gunmen targeting Sikder and fleeing the scene immediately after the shooting. Sharif Usman bin Hadi was murdered last week by unknown assailants, triggering widespread violence in Dhaka and other major cities. The subsequent attack on Sikder raises concerns about further escalation of ...

Islamabad: Pakistan is facing a fresh wave of international embarrassment. Once notorious globally as a hub for terrorism, the country is now being spotlighted for supplying beggars abroad. Recently, Saudi Arabia deported 56,000 Pakistanis for begging, making headlines worldwide. The United Arab Emirates and Azerbaijan have also taken similar action against large numbers of Pakistani beggars. In response to the growing shame, Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, has announced strict measures. Speaking during a visit to Lahore Airport on Sunday, accompanied by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, Naqvi stated, “Those who tarnish Pakistan’s image should face imprisonment. Professional beggars or individuals with incomplete travel documents must not be allowed to t...

Tel Aviv – Israel has expressed growing concern over recent missile exercises conducted by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), fearing they could signal preparations for a potential attack. Israeli officials have reportedly briefed the Donald Trump administration in the United States about their worries, highlighting the sensitive security situation in the region. According to Israeli and U.S. sources cited by Axios, evidence of Iran’s military drills has so far been limited to within Iranian territory. However, Israeli authorities remain cautious following the surprise Hamas attack on 7 October 2023, and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are not willing to take unnecessary risks. Intelligence agencies in Israel had already raised concerns about Iranian missile activity several weeks...

Paris – France is preparing to introduce the most advanced version of its iconic Rafale fighter jet, named Rafale F5, also referred to as the Super Rafale. This upgrade represents the largest modernization of the Rafale fleet since its inception in the 1980s, aiming to keep France’s stealth-capable fighter jet combat-ready until 2040. France has already committed to acquiring 42 Super Rafale jets, with deliveries expected in the early 2030s. Loyal Wingman Drone: Game-ChangerOne of the most significant upgrades in the Rafale F5 is its capability to control Loyal Wingman drones. These drones will function as electronic warfare platforms, reconnaissance scouts, SEAD/DEAD (Suppression/Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses) assets, decoys, and stand-off strike systems. This upgrade transforms th...

Riyadh – Pakistan’s Army Chief and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Aseem Munir, was awarded the King Abdulaziz Medal, Saudi Arabia’s highest national honor, in recognition of his efforts to enhance bilateral defense and strategic cooperation between the two nations. The award was presented by Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, in Riyadh. The honor reflects the recent strengthening of defense ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Earlier this year, both countries signed a NATO-style defense agreement, under which an attack on either country would be considered an attack on both, effectively obliging Pakistan’s military to defend Saudi Arabia in case of conflict. Analysts view this as part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to deepen its strategic and military engagement w...

San Francisco, USA – The tech hub of San Francisco plunged into darkness on Saturday as a massive power outage affected approximately 130,000 homes, causing widespread disruption across the city. By Sunday, power had been restored to most households, though around 17,000 homes remained without electricity. According to reports from the Xinhua news agency, nearly one-third of Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers were impacted by the blackout. The company’s website reported the first outage at around 9:40 AM local time, affecting roughly 15,000 residential and commercial customers. A second outage followed at 10:10 AM, initially affecting 25,000 customers, though the number later rose as PG&E updated its outage map. San Francisco Fire Department confirmed that a fi...

Dhaka, Bangladesh: Ongoing unrest in Bangladesh following the killing of student leader Sharif Usman Hadi has raised security concerns in India. Intelligence agencies are warning that the current chaos could provide an opportunity for Rohingya Muslims to cross into India. Law and Order CollapseBangladesh is currently facing widespread turmoil and violence, with law and order severely disrupted in Dhaka and other major cities. The instability has sparked fears in India, particularly regarding the movement of Rohingya refugees. Large numbers of Rohingya already reside in Bangladesh, and the ongoing civil unrest, combined with the conflict in Myanmar, may push more to attempt cross-border entry into India. Potential Infiltration RoutesAccording to top intelligence sources cited by News1...

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised India as a sovereign and reliable partner, highlighting the deepening ties between the two nations. Speaking at the opening of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in St. Petersburg on Sunday, Putin emphasized India’s growing importance in the emerging multipolar world. India: A Key Strategic PartnerAddressing the meeting, which aims to strengthen cooperation within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Putin said, “We are working with India on another preferential trade agreement with a country that is sovereign, a trusted partner, with a population of 1.4 billion and a GDP of 4 trillion US dollars.” He added that he hopes the council’s discussions will be productive and help advance issues of mutual interest. Friendship Deepened A...

Islamabad: Tensions between India and Pakistan over the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) have escalated over the past eight months, with recent disputes focusing on fluctuations in the flow of the Chenab River. Pakistani authorities and experts claim that India’s management of the river is harming farmers in Pakistan’s Punjab province and violating international water-sharing protocols. Concerns Over Chenab FlowAccording to reports in Pakistan’s leading newspaper Dawn, recent disruptions in the Chenab’s flow appear to follow a deliberate pattern. Experts argue that India, controlling the river’s upper reaches, is using its position to exert pressure on Pakistan. Sudden release and storage of water at the Baglihar Dam, followed by extraordinary reductions in river flow without prior notice, are ...