News
US Lifts Syria From Terrorist Sponsor List, Easing Sanctions
US removes Syria from terrorism sponsor list, easing sanctions and offering hope for recovery after civil war.
Author: Tahir Rihat
Tahir Rihat (also known as Tahir Bilal) is an independent journalist, activist, and digital media professional from the Chenab Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, India. He is best known for his work as the Online Editor at The Chenab Times.
Disasters
Powerful Tornado Devastates Southern France Towns, Leaving Trail of Destruction
A powerful tornado has destroyed homes and cut power to thousands in southern France, prompting emergency response and recovery efforts.
Conflict
US Diplomats to Return to Middle East Posts Amid De-escalation Hopes
US diplomats are set to return to Middle East posts, signaling reduced anticipation of full-scale conflict with Iran.
Legal
Jammu Police Apprehends Escaped Rape Accused After Seven-Year Manhunt
Jammu police arrested a rape accused absconding since 2019, a habitual drug peddler was detained, and a bovine smuggler wanted for attacking police were apprehended.
Conflict
Jammu Market Shops Unsealed After Rent Default Pledge
Jammu Municipal Corporation unsealed 46 shops after traders pledged to clear rent dues following a 4-year default.
Health
Australia Grapples with Avian Flu’s Leap to Mammals
Australia faces a growing challenge as the H5N1 bird flu virus has now been detected in mammals, raising public health concerns.
Infrastructure
Bharatmala Highway Project Faces Significant Delays Across Northern States
Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase-I highway projects face delays due to land acquisition, clearances, and contractor issues, with a new completion target of 2028-29.
International
China Jails Artist for Three Years Over Satirical Mao Sculptures
Chinese artist Gao Zhen sentenced to three years in prison for satirical Mao sculptures in a secret trial.
Business
US-Canada Trade Talks Collapse, Paving Way for Tariff War
US-Canada trade talks collapse over unacceptable demands, triggering a tariff war with significant economic implications.
Culture
Kashmiri Pandits Demand Enhanced Security Amid Renewed Threat Letters
Kashmiri Pandit employees in Kashmir are demanding enhanced security following a new threat letter circulating on social media.