Saudi Imams to Urge Marriage, Warn Against Extravagance
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs instructs mosque preachers to dedicate Friday sermons to facilitating marriage and discouraging excessive wedding costs.
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs instructs mosque preachers to dedicate Friday sermons to facilitating marriage and discouraging excessive wedding costs.
Lebanese journalist Kim Ghattas argues Iran's regime faces three paths amid crisis. She warns of regional chaos if regime collapses and highlights economic struggles.
Ernakulam district sees sharp rise in granite quarrying due to infrastructure projects, raising ecological concerns and legal battles over sensitive lands.
Haryana forest officials discovered additional tree cutting in Raisina hills, bringing total to 83 felled trees. The protected area faces ongoing violations despite previous enforcement actions.
Experts argue Trump's proposed Gaza peace boards are a neo-colonial strategy that ignores Palestinian rights, making them likely to fail in resolving the conflict.
New research reveals rising ocean acidity from carbon dioxide is corroding shark teeth, potentially undermining their hunting ability and marine ecosystem balance.
A devastating fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall in Karachi has claimed at least 15 lives. Authorities warn the death toll may rise as rescue operations continue.
The Iraq war justification relied heavily on forged Niger uranium documents. Intelligence warnings were ignored as the Bush administration presented unverified claims as facts, leading to a costly conflict.
Iran declares harsh crackdown on rioters, Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sites, and NATO allies like Italy and Denmark break ranks with Trump over Greenland and tariffs.
Norway is constructing the Rogfast tunnel 400 meters beneath the North Sea. This 27-km engineering marvel will eliminate ferry delays and transform coastal travel by 2033.
A devastating accident in Johannesburg, South Africa, resulted in the deaths of 12 school children after a bus collided with a truck. Authorities are investigating the cause of this heartbreaking incident.
Bangladesh government states majority of minority-related incidents in 2025 were criminal, not communal. Police filed cases in 50 incidents, made arrests in equal number.
Iran declares harsh crackdown on rioters, Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine, and NATO allies diverge over Trump's policies, signaling global tensions.
Bombay Natural History Society and National Mission for Clean Ganga launch conservation initiative to protect Indian Skimmer and river birds in Ganga basin using successful Chambal model.
Iranian state television was hacked, broadcasting messages from Donald Trump and the exiled son of Iran's last shah urging public revolt. Authorities now consider lifting internet restrictions.
Human rights groups report Iranian security forces sexually violated protesters, including a 16-year-old. Over 20,000 activists detained since December 2025, with thousands killed amid widespread violence.
Russia's remote Kamchatka Peninsula faces a brutal winter storm, burying cities under massive snowdrifts, halting daily life, and testing survival instincts in extreme conditions.
A new study from Brazil reveals that shrinking forests could force mosquitoes to shift from animal hosts to human blood, increasing disease transmission risks.
A massive fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza shopping mall has killed at least 14 people, with over 60 missing. Rescue workers warn the unstable structure could collapse at any moment.
The Ministry of Environment has notified new rules detailing how penalties from environmental violations can be used for monitoring, remediation, and studies as directed by courts.
Donald Trump's withdrawal from UN climate bodies won't stop global warming but could derail cooperation. Cutting methane, a short-lived pollutant, is the most effective near-term solution to slow temperature rise.
A new ORF report highlights how the Green Development Compact can align climate and economic goals between developed and developing nations, fostering global cooperation.
In a stunning winter spectacle, hundreds of bald eagles congregated in northern British Columbia, defying their solitary nature. This rare gathering reveals survival strategies amid harsh conditions.
A high-speed train crash near Córdoba, Spain, has killed at least 21 people and injured dozens. Rescue teams face difficult conditions as authorities launch an investigation into the 'extremely strange' accident.
The Centre has notified legally binding emission reduction targets for 208 industries in petroleum, petrochemical, textile, and secondary aluminium sectors, bringing them under India's carbon market.
A devastating fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza has killed at least 10 people, with rescue teams recovering four more bodies overnight. Dozens remain missing as operations continue.
Saudi Arabia's moon-sighting committees reported no crescent sighting on January 18, delaying Shaaban's start. This sets the stage for Ramadan 2026, expected in mid-February with cooler weather.
As a coastal nation with unique marine conditions, India requires dedicated research on marine carbon dioxide removal to guide climate policy and protect its shores with homegrown science.
A 20-year-old woman, victim of a 2023 sexual assault during Manipur conflict, passed away at home in Churachandpur. Her family says she lived in fear and poor health while the CBI court case continues in Guwahati.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav emphasizes the growing solar energy sector's impact on reducing reliance on conventional resources, marking a shift towards sustainable power solutions.