Qamar Munawer

Qamar Munawer is an editor at The Eastern Herald covering heritage, travel, tourism, immigration, visas, business and economic developments, with a focus on practical and internationally relevant stories across these areas.

A wrecked wooden boat lies on a beach under a stormy sky after a migrant shipwreck off Djibouti

Djibouti Takes In Yemen’s Refugees as a Migrant Boat Sinks the Other Way

Djibouti took in about 4,000 Yemeni refugees in a week as the Houthi advance reached Mokha, and a migrant boat bound for Yemen sank off its coast with 139 dead and 84

October 14, 2026

by Qamar Munawer

An aerial view from orbit of the River Thames winding through east London past Canary Wharf and London City Airport

HSBC’s Islamic Fund Holds $131m in Five Firms Linked to Israel’s Military

Middle East Eye says HSBC's Islamic Global Equity Index Fund holds about $131 million in RTX, Palantir, Analog Devices, Honeywell and Rolls-Royce, which it links to Israel's military. The fund tracks an index, and HSBC has not responded to questions

October 14, 2026

by Qamar Munawer

Young women working at laptops in a skills class in Damascus, Syria

UN Warns 800 Million Young People in Developing Countries Face No Jobs

UNDP chief Alexander De Croo says only about 400 million of 1.2 billion young people entering

Three Social Security cards fanned out on a pile of 20-dollar bills

Social Security’s 3.6% Raise for 2027 Barely Keeps Pace With Inflation

More than 75 million Americans will get a 3.6 percent Social Security raise in January, about

AlUla Heritage Rangers Spearhead Efforts to Protect Saudi Arabia’s Historical Gems

AlUla, a region in northwestern Saudi Arabia, is home to a rich tapestry of history and culture. It boasts ancient tombs, archaeological sites, and remnants of civilizations that once thrived in the

September 20, 2023

Government and Politics·News

Mexico’s 2024 Elections: Gálvez and Sheinbaum Pave the Way for Potential Historic Female Presidency

Mexico is on the brink of a historic moment as the nation is poised to potentially welcome its first female president. Two prominent political parties have chosen women as their presidential candidates,

September 8, 2023

Government and Politics·News

From Murals to Military: New Delhi’s G-20 Preparations Command Global Spotlight

The G-20 summit, soon to unfold in New Delhi, is not just another diplomatic gathering; it’s a testament to India’s rising stature on the global stage. As the world’s political titans prepare

September 8, 2023

News

Mark Thompson Becomes CNN’s New CEO in Time of Crisis

Mark Thompson, the former CEO of The New York Times and director-general of the BBC, is stepping into a new role as the CEO and editor-in-chief of CNN. The timing couldn’t be

September 4, 2023

News

India Takes a Leap Beyond the Moon to Decode the Suns Secrets

India’s space exploration endeavors have been nothing short of audacious. Just over a week after joining an elite club of nations capable of soft-landing on the moon, the Indian Space Research Organisation

September 2, 2023

Astronomy·News·Technology

Russia-North Korea Arms Negotiations: A Diplomatic Quagmire That Could Ignite Global Tensions

In an era where international diplomacy is already walking a tightrope, the recent news of Russia negotiating with North Korea for a significant arms deal has sent shockwaves through the global community.

August 31, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

US Pentagon clashes with Ukraine’s General Syrskyi over ignored orders

The Pentagon’s dissatisfaction with Colonel General Alexander Syrskyi, the commander of the ground forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU), has opened a new chapter in the complex relationship between the United

August 28, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Fukushima’s Waters: Japan’s Controversial Decision to Unleash the Ocean’s Potential Peril

Japan has announced a decision that has sent ripples across the international community. On August 24, the nation will commence the release of over 1 million metric tonnes of treated radioactive water

August 22, 2023

Climate·News

America’s Elite: The Wealthiest 10% Responsible for Nearly Half of US Climate Pollution

A groundbreaking study has unveiled a stark reality that the wealthiest 10% of Americans are responsible for almost half of the nation’s climate pollution. This alarming statistic is not merely a result

August 19, 2023

Climate·News

The Indian Premier League: A Cultural Phenomenon Transforming Cricket and India Alike

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is not just a cricket tournament; it’s a cultural phenomenon that has redefined the sport and the nation. With its inception in 2008, the IPL has become

August 16, 2023

News·Sports

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Qamar Munawer

Djibouti Takes In Yemen’s Refugees as a Migrant Boat Sinks the Other Way

HSBC’s Islamic Fund Holds $131m in Five Firms Linked to Israel’s Military

UN Warns 800 Million Young People in Developing Countries Face No Jobs

AlUla Heritage Rangers Spearhead Efforts to Protect Saudi Arabia’s Historical Gems

Mexico’s 2024 Elections: Gálvez and Sheinbaum Pave the Way for Potential Historic Female Presidency

From Murals to Military: New Delhi’s G-20 Preparations Command Global Spotlight

Mark Thompson Becomes CNN’s New CEO in Time of Crisis

India Takes a Leap Beyond the Moon to Decode the Suns Secrets

Russia-North Korea Arms Negotiations: A Diplomatic Quagmire That Could Ignite Global Tensions

US Pentagon clashes with Ukraine’s General Syrskyi over ignored orders

Fukushima’s Waters: Japan’s Controversial Decision to Unleash the Ocean’s Potential Peril

America’s Elite: The Wealthiest 10% Responsible for Nearly Half of US Climate Pollution

The Indian Premier League: A Cultural Phenomenon Transforming Cricket and India Alike

Radical Islam is being appreciated by Indian authorities too

Bangladesh; India’s Biggest Ally or China’s Dragon Nest?

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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