Recent heavy rainfall has led to a significant increase in the water level of the Vaigai dam, prompting authorities to issue a flood alert for several districts in Tamil Nadu. As of Saturday evening, the water level reached 66 feet, a notable rise of five feet within just 24 hours. This situation has raised concerns…
Subramanyam “Subu” Vedam, a 64-year-old man of Indian origin, recently experienced a bittersweet moment of freedom after being wrongfully convicted of murder for 43 years. His release, however, was quickly overshadowed by a new struggle: the threat of deportation to a country he barely knows. Background of the Case Vedam was exonerated on October 3,…
A moderate earthquake occurred in the Arabian Gulf early Sunday morning, as confirmed by the Saudi Geological Survey (SGS). The tremor, measuring 4.34 on the Richter scale, was detected without reports of damage or injuries. Details of the Earthquake The earthquake struck at 12:27 AM, with its epicenter located approximately 160 kilometers northeast of Khafji,…
Kuwait’s Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has introduced new regulations concerning the installation and management of surveillance cameras in mosques. This initiative aims to enhance the safety of worshippers and protect mosque facilities while ensuring that all surveillance activities are conducted under strict governmental oversight. New Directive Details The Ministry’s official circular, which has…
In a distressing incident, Muhammad Usman, the Deputy Director of Operations at the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) of Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), was kidnapped at gunpoint from his home in Islamabad. His wife, Rozina Usman, reported that four armed men intercepted his vehicle and forcibly took him away, prompting her to file…
A luxury resort in northeastern Australia experienced an unusual incident over the weekend when a small crocodile was discovered swimming in its pool. Guests at the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort in Port Douglas were taken aback but remained calm as wildlife officials managed the situation. The crocodile, a juvenile, was first spotted early Saturday morning….
After a week marked by severe border clashes, Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached a ceasefire agreement during high-level discussions in Doha, Qatar. This development comes as a relief amid escalating tensions that have plagued the two nations for months. Details of the Ceasefire Agreement The ceasefire, announced by Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and his…
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has begun serving a prison sentence related to his 2007 presidential campaign, marking a significant moment in European political history. Sarkozy, who led France from 2007 to 2012, was convicted of criminal conspiracy for allegedly receiving funds from the late Libyan leader Muammar Gadhafi to finance his electoral bid. Details…
A fire at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, which erupted on Friday afternoon, has been successfully contained, allowing flight operations to resume. The incident prompted the formation of a seven-member committee by the interim government to investigate the cause and implications of the fire. Incident Overview The fire broke out around 2:15 p.m. local…
Recent developments in the ongoing conflict have seen Hamas announce plans to return the bodies of two more hostages. This comes in the wake of a ceasefire agreement that has allowed for the release of living captives and the remains of deceased individuals. As humanitarian efforts intensify in Gaza, the situation remains complex and fraught…