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India Faces Widespread Corruption Amid Modi Era, Report Highlights
New Delhi (HRNW)– According to Indian magazine The Wire, corruption has intensified under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the Adani-Ambani nexus allegedly exploiting government policies for personal gain. The report highlights financial corruption, institutional destruction, political revenge, religious division, and social prejudice as hallmarks of India today. Corruption is reportedly pervasive across economic, social, judicial,…
US and Ukrainian Delegations Report Productive Peace Talks
Geneva (HRNW)– The meeting between the US and Ukrainian delegations in Geneva has been described as very productive. According to media reports, a White House spokesperson said both delegations agreed to ensure Ukraine’s sovereignty in any peace agreement with Russia. The spokesperson added that negotiators highlighted a shared commitment to achieving a just and lasting…
Mayor Zahran Mamdani Reiterates Criticism of Trump Despite White House Meeting
New York (HRNW)– Mayor Zahran Mamdani has stated that he still believes US President Donald Trump is a fascist. According to media reports, Mamdani expressed these views despite a cordial meeting with Trump at the White House earlier this week. In an NBC News interview, Mamdani said, “This is something I have said in the…
Mysterious Drones Spotted Over Dutch Military Base, Security on High Alert
Amsterdam (HRNW)– The Dutch Minister of Defense has reported sightings of mysterious drones flying over a military base in the Netherlands. According to foreign news agencies, the base houses U.S. nuclear weapons and F-35 fighter jets. The drones reportedly circled the base and then disappeared, with their origin and control system remaining unknown. Attempts were…
Pakistan and Bangladesh Discuss Defense Cooperation During High-Level Meeting in Dhaka
Dhaka (HRNW) — A delegation from Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) Pakistan, led by Lieutenant General Shakir Ullah Khattak, Chairman HIT, met with the Chief of Army Staff of Bangladesh today at the Bangladesh Army Headquarters. In addition to an exchange of cordial greetings, both sides discussed various avenues of defense cooperation and explored opportunities to…
MQM Leader Kahkashan Khan (alias Kahkashan Haider) Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison in the U.S. — What Were the Charges?
Karachi (HRNW) — According to social media reports, MQM Coordination Committee member Kahkashan Haider has been sentenced to eight years in prison in the United States. In earlier statements, DIG Hameed alleged that Kahkashan Haider had formed hitman groups that worked in collaboration with India’s intelligence agency RAW and anti-Pakistan Sindhi and Baloch outfits to…
Wildfire Rages Through Iran’s Hyrcanian Forests — Tehran Appeals for International Assistance
Tehran (HRNW) — A massive wildfire has broken out in Iran’s Elit Chalous Forest, threatening parts of the Hyrcanian Forests, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, prompting Tehran to issue an urgent appeal for international help to save this ancient natural treasure. According to reports, special firefighting aircraft from Turkey have already arrived in Marzanabad, while…
US Denies Pushing Russian ‘Wish List’ in Ukraine Peace Proposal
WASHINGTON (HRNW): The United States on Saturday strongly rejected claims that its latest Ukraine proposal reflects a Russian-driven agenda, pushing back against a group of senators who alleged that Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the draft plan as nothing more than a Moscow “wish list.” The controversy centers on a 28-point document that includes…
Kuwait Visa Renewals 2025: New Residency Fees and Regulations Announced
KUWAIT CITY (HRNW): Kuwait has introduced a fresh set of executive regulations outlining major changes to visa renewals, visit visa categories, and residency permit fees for foreign nationals in 2025. The updated rules were issued by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef, marking one of the most significant immigration updates…
Pakistan Becomes China’s Largest Debtor with $22.5 Billion in Loans — Transparency Report Sparks Economic Debate
Islamabad (HRNW) — Pakistan has emerged as China’s largest debtor, owing $22.5 billion, according to a newly released list of countries indebted to Beijing. China’s report outlines the countries that have received substantial loans under various financial and development agreements. Pakistan tops the list, marking it as the biggest borrower of Chinese funds worldwide. According…