India fails to pass a parliamentary expansion bill linked to women’s quota provisions.

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the government of violating the Constitution under the pretext of promoting women’s rights. An Indian government bill to expand legislative assemblies—which included provisions to advance plans reserving one-third of seats for women—failed to secure enough votes in parliament on Friday, marking a rare setback for Prime Minister Narendra Modi….

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Karachi’s Red Line BRT Lot-2 contract terminated over ongoing delays

Labourers work on the Red Line BRT project along Jail Road in Karachi on February 10, 2026. — Online Authorities have terminated the contract for the Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Lot 2 covering the Mosamiyat–Numaish corridor in Karachi due to persistent delays and unsatisfactory performance by the contractor, TransKarachi said in a statement…

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The US Air Force’s A-10 Warthog attack aircraft has been spared retirement despite a reported loss near Iran.

The development marks the latest chapter in a long-running debate over the aircraft’s future, which first entered service in 1976. The US Air Force has extended the service life of its A-10 “Warthog” attack aircraft until 2030, even as the ageing platform remains linked to recent combat operations in the Strait of Hormuz, where one…

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The royal family marked a historic occasion by sharing a heartfelt throwback, adding the message: “We miss you.”

King Charles III has vowed to continue the late Queen’s mission, even as Prince Harry continues to appeal for a return to royal duties. The royal family surprised fans by sharing special tributes as they marked what would have been the 100th birthday of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. On April 21, the Palace…

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