Author: Maroosha Muzaffar
The Rise of the Samajwadi Party in India’s 2024 Election Sign up to receive free breaking news alerts straight to your inbox! Stay informed with our breaking news emails The 2024 Indian election saw the Samajwadi Party rise to prominence, dealing a blow to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP. Led by Akhilesh Yadav, the party gained momentum by appealing to a diverse base and addressing issues of social justice and fair representation. Yadav’s strategic alliance with Rahul Gandhi and focus on youth unemployment resonated with voters, leading to significant gains in Uttar Pradesh, one of India’s key states. The party’s…
Subscribe to Receive Real-time Breaking News Alerts Stay Informed with Our Free Breaking News Emails An elite mountaineer, Nirmal “Nims” Purja, has been accused of sexual assault and harassment by two women, leading to calls for his ban from Mount Everest. Former Miss Finland Lotta Hintsa and April Leonardo accused Purja of misconduct during expeditions, as reported by the New York Times. Despite denying the allegations, the Nepali climber faces backlash from lawmakers and the mountaineering community. The accusations have prompted sponsors like Osprey Packs to cut ties with Purja, and support for the victims from groups like AWE Expeditions…
Get free real-time breaking news alerts straight to your inbox by signing up for our breaking news emails Subscribe to our free breaking news emails now The Philippines has condemned China’s aggressive actions to block a medical evacuation mission in the South China Sea, calling them “barbaric and inhumane.” Despite notifying the Chinese Coast Guard of the humanitarian nature of their mission, the Philippine coast guard claimed the Chinese vessels engaged in dangerous maneuvers, even intentionally ramming the vessel carrying the sick personnel. The incident, which occurred near Ayungin Shoal, highlighted the ongoing tensions between the two nations over territorial…
A recent volcanic eruption on Mount Kanlaon in the Philippines has caused cold lava, known as “lahar,” to flow through a village miles away from the summit on Negros Island. Residents captured images and videos of the grey mud and rocks flowing down a watercourse in Biaknabato village, leading to evacuations and flight cancellations. The eruption also triggered a six-minute earthquake, suspending work and schools in nearby Canlaon City. Authorities raised the alert level for Mt Kanlaon, warning of hazardous ash fall, sulphuric odour, flash floods, and mudflows downstream. Cold lava, a cooled mixture of volcanic material, can be more…
Sign up to receive free real-time breaking news alerts directly to your inbox by subscribing to our breaking news emails Subscribe to our free breaking news emails now Narendra Modi is set to continue his tenure as India’s prime minister for a third term, albeit with a diminished mandate. His party, the Bharatiya Janata Party, suffered losses and will need to form a coalition government. The Samajwadi Party played a crucial role in BJP’s defeat, particularly in Uttar Pradesh. The Samajwadi Party, founded in 1992 with a socialist ideology, witnessed a surge in support in the recent election. Key issues…
Imran Khan Acquitted of Leaking State Secrets, but Remains in Prison Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was acquitted by a court in Islamabad of leaking state secrets in what is known as the “cipher case.” However, despite the acquittal, Khan will remain in prison due to his conviction in another case. In January, Khan and his aide, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, were sentenced to 10 years in prison for revealing a diplomatic cable. This was one of three prison sentences Khan has received, which he claims are politically motivated. Despite the ruling, Khan will continue to serve time with his…
India has re-elected Narendra Modi for a historic third term as prime minister, although his party fell short of an outright majority. The opposition made a surprisingly strong showing, leading to a coalition government. Political analysts see this result as a “moral defeat” for Modi’s BJP and a possible end to the politics of hate that has characterized his term. Despite efforts to suppress the opposition, they put up a spirited fight that yielded better-than-expected results. The election outcome in key states like Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal showed significant setbacks for the BJP, with prominent faces facing defeat. Analysts…
Breaking Barriers: The Untold Story of Phunjo Lama. Phunjo Lama, the Nepali mountaineer, recently broke the record for scaling Mount Everest in under 15 hours. After setting this extraordinary accomplishment, she shared the news with her daughter who aspires to follow in her mother’s footsteps someday. Despite the risks of mountaineering, Lama’s determination and passion for climbing have led her to reclaim the title as the fastest woman to climb Everest. She emphasizes the importance of empowering women and proving that anything is possible. Reflecting on her childhood experiences in the mountains, Lama shares her deep connection to nature and…
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Recent tension between China and Britain escalated as China accused MI6 of recruiting Chinese state employees as spies. China’s Ministry of State Security revealed a “major espionage case” involving two moles allegedly planted by Britain within Chinese state agencies. The suspected moles, a man named Wang and his wife Zhou, were reportedly manipulated by MI6 under the guise of a Sino-British exchange program. They were allegedly persuaded to work for the British government as spies, with Mr. Wang…
Stay Updated with Breaking News Alerts! Sign up for our free breaking news emails The Instagram video released by India’s BJP party sparked controversy by using fear-mongering tactics ahead of the country’s general election. Despite a dip in voter turnout and strong competition, the BJP has intensified its campaign to appeal to Hindu nationalists and young voters. With a sizable first-time voter demographic, the party is leveraging social media and digital platforms to showcase government initiatives and connect with the youth. From interactive website games to strategic social media campaigns, the BJP is leaving no stone unturned to engage and…