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Saudi Arabia Opens Freelance Visa for Pakistanis – New 5-Year Residency Saudi Arabia Opens Freelance Visa for Pakistanis – New 5-Year Residency July 2025 – Riyadh: In a move that's being hailed as a game-changer for freelancers around the world, Saudi Arabia has officially launched its new Freelance Visa program, offering up to 5 years of residency for professionals in over 70 digital, cultural, and technical fields. For Pakistanis looking for legal ways to live and work in Saudi Arabia without relying on sponsorship (kafeel), this is a golden opportunity. What Is the Saudi Freelance Visa? The Saudi Freelance Visa is part of the Kingdom's ambitious Vision 2030 program that aims to diversify the economy and attract global talent. Unlike traditional employment visas, this freelance visa allows individuals to: Work independently without an employer Start their own business or offer services Stay in the Kingdom legally fo...

Iran’s Resilience and Strategy: Vali Nasr on Iran–Israel Conflict Iran’s Resilience and Strategy: Vali Nasr on the Iran–Israel Conflict By [Your Name], July 25, 2025 Introduction: Conflict Beyond the Headlines The June 2025 conflict between Iran and Israel—marked by Israel’s unprecedented strikes on Iranian nuclear and military installations and Iran’s retaliatory missile launches—has reshaped geopolitical calculus across the Middle East and beyond. Drawing upon expert commentary by Vali Nasr, a former U.S. State Department adviser and respected scholar on Iran’s grand strategy, this analysis explores the origins, developments, and future implications of the Israel–Iran confrontation. 🔍 Who Is Vali Nasr? Vali Nasr is an Iranian‑American academic, author of Iran’s Grand Strategy: A Political History , and former U.S. government adviser. His expertise spans Iran’s ideological foundations, foreign policy doctrines, and resistance strategy acr...

Global Water Crisis 2025 – Are Countries Heading Toward Water Wars? Global Water Crisis 2025 – Are Countries Heading Toward Water Wars? In 2025, the world stands at the edge of an unprecedented crisis – water scarcity . With rising temperatures, depleting groundwater levels, and growing populations, many experts warn that the next world war may not be fought over oil or land – but over water . What is the Global Water Crisis? The term "Global Water Crisis" refers to the increasing imbalance between freshwater supply and demand . According to the UN, nearly 2.3 billion people live in water-stressed countries in 2025. From drinking water to agriculture, industry to sanitation – water is life , and now it's running out. Major Countries Affected in 2025 India: Rivers like Yamuna and Ganga are drying up. Chennai faced a “Day Zero” water crisis in previous years and now more cities are at risk. Pakistan: Heatwaves and...

Pakistan’s BRICS Ambitions in 2025: Diplomacy, Economics & Strategic Leverage Pakistan’s BRICS Ambitions in 2025: Diplomacy, Economics & Strategic Leverage Background & Expansion of BRICS Pakistan’s Application & Support Geopolitical Challenges & India Factor Economic Stakes & Uraan Plan Diplomatic Strategy & China–Russia Role Conclusion & Outlook 1. Background & Expansion of BRICS BRICS—originally Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa—launched in 2006, expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE effective January 1, 2024, and added Indonesia in January 2025, making it a broader “BRICS Plus” grouping 1. The expansion reflects growing appeal among Global South countries seeking alternatives to Western‑led financial structures 2. BRICS aims to amplify the voice of emerging markets and promote multipolar global govern...

Indian Monsoon 2025 – Heavy Rains, Flood Warnings & Climate Alarms Across the Subcontinent The Indian Monsoon 2025 has taken an unpredictable and aggressive turn this year. As of July, several regions are facing either excessive rainfall or long dry spells, raising concerns over agriculture, economy, and climate change. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued multiple warnings across states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Assam, and Tamil Nadu. 🌀 Monsoon Onset & Pattern – A Shaky Start Monsoon in India traditionally begins around June 1st from Kerala. However, in 2025, its onset was delayed by 5–7 days and lacked consistency in spread. While South India received early rain surges, central and north-western states faced heatwaves till mid-June. IMD Forecast: El Niño Impact Fading The IMD had earlier predicted a ‘normal’ monsoon due to the fading El Niño effect and rising La Niña trends. But ground realities differ – rainfall has been extreme ...

Massive Cyberattack Hits Global Banks – Customer Data at Risk in 2025 Breach Massive Cyberattack Hits Global Banks – Customer Data at Risk in 2025 Breach July 24, 2025: In one of the most alarming cybersecurity incidents of the decade, several major international banks have fallen victim to a coordinated cyberattack, resulting in potential exposure of millions of customers’ sensitive financial data. 🔍 What Happened? The Timeline of the Cyberattack The cyberattack was first detected late on July 22, 2025, when banking servers across Europe and Asia began experiencing unusual activity. By the morning of July 23, multiple banks confirmed unauthorized access to their internal systems. The attackers allegedly used a zero-day vulnerability to infiltrate financial networks and extract data silently over several hours. 🏦 Which Banks Were Affected? According to early reports, the following banks are believed to have been impacted: HSBC (UK) ...