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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, army chief General Asim Munir with PMA cadets The Pakistan Prime Minister's Office released a photograph showing Army Chief General Asim Munir with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Pakistan Military Academy, amid speculation about his alleged disappearance during escalating tensions with India. The image, taken during a graduation ceremony, counters rumors of Munir hiding in Rawalpindi, while his recent provocative speech emphasized the "two-nation theory," asserting the fundamental differences between...

Canadians are voting today in a pivotal federal election following significant political changes and tensions with the U.S., prompted by Prime Minister Mark Carney's snap election call in response to a trade dispute. Leading the Liberal Party, Carney faces Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, and Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet, with key issues including affordability, U.S. relations, and climate policies. Voter concerns vary by age, with younger Canadians prioritizing housing and employment,...

Sunny Deol's film 'Jaat,' featuring Randeep Hooda, is performing strongly at the box office, nearing Rs 90 crore in collections after 18 days. Despite facing competition from Akshay Kumar's 'Kesar 2' and Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Ground Zero,’ 'Jaat' experienced an uptick in earnings over the weekend, with Sunday being the highest grossing day in its third week. The film's success highlights its resilience and continued appeal among audiences. Full Article

Takeda Plans to Launch Dengue Vaccine in India Takeda is set to launch its dengue vaccine, Qdenga, in India next year, partnering with Biological E to support the 'Make-in-India' initiative. The company will implement a tiered pricing model to improve accessibility and is currently navigating regulatory processes, anticipating licensing by 2026. This collaboration aims to enhance public health response to dengue in India, ensuring that the vaccine is both affordable and readily available to those...

Following the Pahalgam massacre and increased border tensions with Pakistan, BJP MLAs Rajiv Jasrotia and Satish Bhagat visited local villages in their respective Jammu and Kashmir constituencies to reassure the residents. Jasrotia stressed the importance of national unity and the government's dedication to ensuring their safety, while Bhagat highlighted the army’s preparedness to address potential threats from enemies. Their visits aimed to bolster community confidence amidst the prevailing security concerns in the region. Full Article

In London, members of the Indian and Pakistani diaspora clashed in protests outside the Indian high commission over the recent Pahalgam attack that killed 25 Indians and one Nepalese citizen. The Indian demonstrators aimed to counter the Pakistani protesters, claiming their protest was peaceful despite accusations of abuse from the opposing side. Tensions have escalated between India and Pakistan, with India accusing Pakistan of involvement in the attack, leading to India's suspension of the Indus...