PIO civil servant gets flak on X for negotiating Chagos deal A British civil servant of Indian origin, Dr. Francis Vijay Narasimhan Rangarajan, faces social media backlash over the controversial Chagos deal. He led negotiations to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, retaining use of the Diego Garcia base. Critics, including former politicians, have voiced strong opposition to the agreement.
British nationals charged with ‘targeting’ Pakistan dissidents in UK Three British nationals have been charged with targeting two prominent Pakistani dissidents in the UK, supporters of jailed former PM Imran Khan. The men allegedly conspired to assault journalist Adil Raja and former Khan advisor Mirza Shahzad Akbar on December 24th. One suspect also faces charges for attempted arson at Akbar's home on New Year's Eve.
Asus may have just released the most powerful business laptop ever: ExpertBook B3 G2 has an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 and weighs only 1.41Kg Asus ExpertBook B3 G2 business laptop sports Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 and a 1.41kg starting weight.
Decline of Himalayan rivers could trigger nuclear war: UK report UK intelligence warns of global food and water crises by the 2030s due to ecosystem collapse, potentially sparking conflict. Himalayan river decline could escalate tensions between China, India, and Pakistan, risking nuclear war. The report highlights threats to UK food security and calls for ecosystem protection and restoration.
A century in uniform: Chandigarh girl carries 4 generations of Army service to Kartavya Path
Kashmir peaceful, ready to welcome visitors: Deputy CM Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary stated that Pakistan's efforts to disrupt tourism in the region have failed. He urged people to visit Kashmir, emphasizing its peaceful atmosphere and readiness to welcome visitors, while also honoring the victims of a past terror attack.
From Bathinda to Kartavya Path: Punjab lad commands T-90 Bhishma tank at RD parade
Stage harassment allegation: Former TMC MP Mimi Chakraborty files police complaint
Kashmir braces for heavy snowfall after last week’s spell Jammu and Kashmir is preparing for more heavy snowfall. A western disturbance is expected to bring snow starting Monday evening. This could affect flights and the Jammu-Srinagar highway. Moderate to heavy snowfall is forecast for most of Kashmir and higher Jammu regions on Tuesday. Light rain and higher-reach snow are possible Wednesday.
‘Insensitive and insulting’: BJP says Rahul Gandhi declined to wear Assamese Gamosa; Congress counters The BJP has criticized Rahul Gandhi for allegedly not wearing an Assamese 'Gamosa' at a Republic Day reception, with Assam's CM demanding an apology. Congress countered by questioning why Defence Minister Rajnath Singh wasn't also asked to wear it, accusing the BJP of trivial politics and highlighting alleged disrespect towards their leaders at the parade.
Train to Pahalgam faces backlash; NC, PDP ask railway minister to rethink A proposed railway line from Bijbehara to Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir is facing strong opposition from local residents and political figures. Concerns are mounting over the project's impact on vast agricultural and apple orchard lands, threatening livelihoods. Leaders are urging the central government to reconsider the plan, citing existing infrastructure and the project's perceived lack of benefit.
