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Pakistan: Imran Khan seeks meeting with PTI negotiation team before talks with government

Islamabad | December 25, 2024 6:12:11 AM IST

Incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan stated on Tuesday that he needs to meet with his party's negotiation team to fully understand the issues before the planned talks between the government and his party for meaningful results, a ... read..

Taiwan: DPP lawmaker proposes tougher rules to tackle TikTok deepfakes

Taipei | December 25, 2024 6:12:07 AM IST

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) lawmaker Lin Dai-hua has called for stricter regulations targeting TikTok and other foreign platforms, following the circulation of deepfake videos targeting DPP politicians, Focus Taiwan (CNA) reported. ... read..

"Country's legal system aligns with international law": Pakistan Foreign Office amid criticism over military trials

Islamabad | December 25, 2024 4:42:14 AM IST

Amid criticism over the recent sentencing of 25 civilians by military courts, Pakistan's Foreign Office (FO) on Tuesday defended the country's legal system, saying it complies with international human rights standards, including the International Covenant ... read..

Iran lifts ban on WhatsApp, Google Play

Tehran | December 25, 2024 4:42:12 AM IST

Iranian authorities have officially lifted the ban on WhatsApp and the Google Play Store, signalling a significant shift in the country's internet restrictions, the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) reported. ... read..

Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan's Paktika province kill at least 15

Kabul | December 25, 2024 3:12:08 AM IST

A series of Pakistani airstrikes on the Barmal district of Paktika province in Afghanistan has resulted in the death of at least 15 people, including women and children, with the toll expected to rise. The attacks, which took place on the night of Decembe ... read..

Pak: MA Jinnah road in Karachi faces deterioration, traffic chaos amid ongoing construction projects

Karachi | December 25, 2024 3:12:07 AM IST

One of Karachi's most important roads, MA Jinnah Road, has fallen into a state of disrepair. Known for its central location, MA Jinnah Road is integral to the city's daily life, but years of neglect have led to a deteriorating condition, impacting the flo ... read..

Paank denounces release of coerced video featuring enforced disappeared individuals

Geneva | December 24, 2024 11:42:14 PM IST

The Human Rights Department of the Baloch National Movement, Paank, has strongly condemned the release of a coerced video involving two forcibly disappeared individuals, . In a statement shared on social media, Paank condemned the act of forcing victims t ... read..

European politics shifts rightward in 2024 with rising influence of far-right parties

London | December 24, 2024 11:12:30 PM IST

The political landscape in Europe has shifted to the right in 2024, with the rise of right-wing and far-right parties observed in European elections as well as national elections in countries like Portugal and Austria, as reported by Euronews on Tuesday. ... read..

Melbourne seen decked up in Christmas lights

Melbourne | December 24, 2024 11:12:22 PM IST

Melbourne is decked up beautifully on the occasion of Christmas Eve on Tuesday, with hubbub and razzmatazz in the Christmas Square. ... read..

Pak court imposes fine on K-Electric over child's electrocution in 2017

Karachi | December 24, 2024 11:12:20 PM IST

A local court in Karachi imposed a fine of Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 4.819 million on K-Electric (KE) for the electrocution of a child to death in 2017, ARY News reported on Tuesday. ... read..

UAE: Dubai to host first World Congress of Neurosurgery in Middle East

Middle East | December 24, 2024 11:12:19 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Dubai is set to host the 19th World Congress of Neurosurgery in 2025, bringing one of the most prestigious congresses in the medical field to the Middle East for the first time. ... read..

Five terrorists operating in Gaza hospital eliminated

Middle East | December 24, 2024 11:12:14 PM IST

Jerusalem [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that overnight units of its Givati Infantry Brigade completed what it called a limited operation against terrorist operatives and infrastructure in the area of the Indones ... read..

Taiwan's Constitutional Court in crisis, justice nominees rejected by lawmakers

Taipei | December 24, 2024 11:12:13 PM IST

The seven justice nominees proposed by Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te to fill vacancies in Taiwan's Constitutional Court were all rejected by lawmakers on Tuesday, an expected outcome that could paralyse the court in the near future, as reported by Focu ... read..

UAE: Emarat, Lootah Biofuels sign MoU to enhance cooperation in renewable energy

Middle East | December 24, 2024 11:12:11 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The Emarat Petroleum Company (Emarat) and Lootah Biofuels have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in line with the UAE plans to develop renewable energy sources and enhance sustainability. ... read..

India reiterates regional cooperation in Bay of Bengal Region at 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials' Meeting

New Delhi | December 24, 2024 11:12:09 PM IST

Ministry of External Affairs' Secretary (East) Jaisdeep Mazumder represented India at the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials' Meeting virtually and reiterated India's commitment to regional cooperation in the Bay of Bengal Region, Official Spokesperson of the ... read..

Foreign loan disbursements to Pakistan drop 43 pc to USD 3.6 billion

Islamabad | December 24, 2024 11:12:08 PM IST

The foreign loan disbursements to Pakistan have dropped by 43 per cent, reaching USD 3.6 billion in the first five months of the current fiscal year, The Express Tribune reported on Tuesday, citing official data released on Monday. ... read..

Pak's Karachi reports around 9,000 accidents, 771 deaths in 2024

Karachi | December 24, 2024 11:12:06 PM IST

Nearly 9,000 traffic accidents have been reported in Karachi in 2024 so far, ARY News reported on Tuesday, quoting rescue services' report. ... read..

Pak: PTI member indicted in May 9 case

Rawalpindi | December 24, 2024 10:42:15 PM IST

A Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Tuesday formally indicted former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Member of National Assembly Bilal Ahmed in the May 9 case, ARY News reported. ... read..

Local Afghan staff at Indian Consulate in Jalalabad injured: MEA sources

New Delhi | December 24, 2024 10:12:34 PM IST

A local Afghan staff working at the "closed" Indian Consulate in Afghanistan's Jalalabad, sustained minor injuries following an incident, MEA Sources told ANI on Tuesday. ... read..

DCT Abu Dhabi records 4.8 million hotel visitors received in 2024

Middle East | December 24, 2024 9:12:13 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced that the emirate's hotels have received 4.8 million guests year-to-date (YTD) as of October 2024, resulting in seeing a 26 percent incr ... read..

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to resume Beirut flights on January 9

Middle East | December 24, 2024 9:12:12 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced the resumption of its direct flights from Abu Dhabi to the Lebanese capital, Beirut, starting 9th January 2025. ... read..

Pak Airlines' pilots, stewardess confess to producing fake degree

Lahore | December 24, 2024 9:12:07 PM IST

Four ex-employees of PIA, including two pilots and a stewardess, confessed to producing fake degrees to get appointed or promoted in the company, Dawn reported. ... read..

US sheds light on alarming modernisation of PLA

Asia | December 24, 2024 8:42:13 PM IST

There are many reasons to be concerned at the relentless progress of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), China's party-controlled military. As well as modernising the armed forces with new and potent weapons, China is throwing its weight around in places ... read..

Russian cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean after explosion in engine room

Moscow | December 24, 2024 8:12:22 PM IST

A Russian cargo ship, Ursa Major, sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria after an explosion in its engine room on Monday, leaving two crew members missing, Euronews reported on Tuesday, citing Russian authorities. ... read..

Spectee expands crisis management system to the Philippines following success in Japan

Tokyo | December 24, 2024 8:12:14 PM IST

Spectee, a Japanese crisis management company founded by CEO Kenjiro Murakami, has launched its cutting-edge "Visualization of Crisis" service in the Philippines. ... read..

"No justification": Shehbaz Sharif criticises US sanctions on Pak firms' involvement in ballistic missile programme

Islamabad | December 24, 2024 7:42:09 PM IST

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday said that the sanctions placed by the US on four Pakistani firms for their alleged involvement in the country's ballistic missile programme had "no justification", as per Dawn. ... read..

Ahead of Christmas, Israeli PM Netanyahu thanks Christian communities for their support

Middle East | December 24, 2024 7:12:31 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued holiday wishes to Israel's Christian communities, as well as those around the world, ahead of the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, thanking them for supporting the co ... read..

Ajman Crown Prince approves emirate's energy strategy 2030

Middle East | December 24, 2024 9:12:15 PM IST

Ajman [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, has approved the Ajman Energy Strategy 2030, which aims to balance economic development needs with environmental sustainability, ... read..

Outdated infrastructure and transformer failures worsen electricity shortages in PoGB

Gilgit | December 24, 2024 7:12:21 PM IST

The region of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) is enduring an escalating electricity crisis that continues to disrupt daily life for its residents, as per Pamir Times. ... read..

South Korea's opposition party delays impeachment motion against acting President Han Duck-soo

Seoul | December 24, 2024 7:12:13 PM IST

The main opposition in the South Korean assembly, the Democratic Party (DP), on Tuesday announced that it will delay its plan to introduce the impeachment motion against South Korean acting President Han Duck-soo who refused to promulgate two special coun ... read..

US: American Airlines resumes operations after "technical issue" grounds flights on Christmas Eve

Washington DC | December 24, 2024 7:12:11 PM IST

Following a "technical issue" that grounded all American Airlines flights during one of the busiest travel periods of the year on Tuesday (local time), the airline stated that it had resumed operations, with service being restored by 8 am ET today (6:30 p ... read..

China firmly opposes US investigation into its semiconductor sector

Beijing | December 24, 2024 6:42:27 PM IST

China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the US' Section 301 investigation into its semiconductor industry policies, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on Monday, Xinhua reported. ... read..

Peshawar Court grants transit bail to Pakistan's former President Arif Alvi and his son

Peshawar | December 24, 2024 6:13:19 PM IST

The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Tuesday approved transit bail of Pakistan's former President Arif Alvi and ordered him to appear before the respective trial courts, ARY News reported. ... read..

Millions allocated for 165 environmental projects throughout Israel

Middle East | December 24, 2024 6:12:35 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): The management of the Fund for the Preservation of Open Spaces, headed by the Director of the Israel Land Authority, Yankee Quint, confirmed Monday at its meeting that the Fund will allocate approximately 400 mill ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Asad Qaiser expresses concern over SC's decision to allow military court proceedings

Islamabad | December 24, 2024 5:42:23 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Asad Qaiser has expressed concern over the Supreme Court's (SC) decision to allow civilian cases to be tried in military courts in connection with May 9, 2023 riots, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

"Wanted to have darshan of Lord Ram, impressed by temple built here": Mauritius Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful on visit to Ram Temple

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2024 5:42:11 PM IST

Mauritius Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and International Trade, Dhananjay Ramful, said on Tuesday, that he wanted to visit Ram Temple in Ayodhya after the elections in Mauritius and added that he is impressed by the temple built here ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM urges Jaishankar to secure release of 17 TN fishermen apprehended by Sri Lankan Navy

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) | December 24, 2024 5:12:12 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to intervene and secure the release of 17 Tamil Nadu fishermen who were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy. ... read..

Uyghur educational activist dies in custody of Chinese authorities

Beijing | December 24, 2024 4:42:09 PM IST

An Uyghur intellectual and education advocate, who was detained the night before his daughter's wedding five years ago, passed away just two months later while in Chinese custody. ... read..

South Korea's opposition party vows to introduce impeachment motion against acting President Han Duck-soo

Seoul | December 24, 2024 4:12:14 PM IST

The main opposition Democratic Party (DP) has announced it will introduce an impeachment motion against acting President Han Duck-soo on Tuesday over his refusal to promulgate two special counsel bills targeting President Yoon Suk Yeol and first lady Kim ... read..

International Charity Organisation implements 75 projects in Kyrgyzstan

Middle East | December 24, 2024 3:42:20 PM IST

Ajman [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): A delegation from the International Charity Organisation, led by Dr. Khaled Abdul Wahab Al Khaja, Secretary-General of the organisation, concluded a seven-day working visit to the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. ... read..

Pakistan reports 65th polio case, latest case in Balochistan

Quetta | December 24, 2024 3:12:25 PM IST

Pakistan confirmed another polio case on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases in 2024 to 65, according to a report by ARY News. ... read..

Economy Middle East Summit to convene in May 2025

Middle East | December 24, 2024 3:12:22 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Economy Middle East and ADGM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to announce their partnership for the second edition of the Economy Middle East Summit, set to take place on May 15, 2025. ... read..

Swiss plane makes emergency landing in Austria due to smoke in cabin, cockpit

Vienna | December 24, 2024 2:42:16 PM IST

A Swiss International Air Lines flight had to make an emergency landing in Austria on Monday due to smoke in the cabin and cockpit, CNN reported, citing the airline. ... read..

Brazil:163 workers rescued from "slave" like conditions from Chinese EV company BYD

Brasilia | December 24, 2024 2:42:06 PM IST

Brazilian authorities have rescued 163 workers from conditions similar to "slavery" at a construction site for a factory of Chinese electric vehicle company Build Your Dreams (BYD) in Camacari, Bahia. ... read..

UK House of Lords members express concern over China's human rights violations in Tibet

London | December 24, 2024 2:12:47 PM IST

On the 40th anniversary of the Sino-British Joint Declaration, members of the UK House of Lords engaged in a heated debate about the government's stance on China, specifically focusing on human rights violations and security concerns arising from Chinese ... read..

Water crisis worsens in PoJK as natural springs dry up

Muzaffarabad | December 24, 2024 2:12:29 PM IST

The water crisis in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) has reached alarming levels as natural springs, once a crucial source of water for the community, have completely dried up. ... read..

US investigators accuse man as illegal Chinese agent for infiltrating California politics

Washington | December 24, 2024 1:42:20 PM IST

Amidst growing concerns about Chinese infiltration, US investigators have charged a man as an "illegal agent" of China while working as the campaign manager for a candidate in a municipal election in a California city. ... read..

Pakistan: Dera Bugti employees protest against OGDCL over 12-yr delay in Labour Son Quota recruitment

Balochistan | December 24, 2024 1:12:32 PM IST

Employees under the Labour Son Quota programme at the Dera Bugti gas field have protested against the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), alleging that the company has delayed job recruitment for the children of retired workers for more than ... read..

INS Tushil in London hosts Indian diaspora, local community

London | December 24, 2024 1:12:30 PM IST

After INS Tushil made its first port call to London as a part of its maiden operational deployment on December 21, the Indian Navy said that during the port call, Naval Regional Commander Commodore R Bellfield met with Captain Peter Varghese, Commanding O ... read..

Balochistan: Students threaten to shift protest to red zone over Medical College closure

Balochistan | December 24, 2024 1:12:24 PM IST

Student organizations in Balochistan have issued a warning that they will move their ongoing sit-in protest to the Red Zone of the Balochistan Secretariat if their demands for the reopening of Bolan Medical College (BMC) and its hostels are not met within ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N leader says put government in jail if Imran Khan is to be released

Islamabad | December 24, 2024 1:12:17 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League (N) leader Javed Latif has said that if former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is to be released from prison, then put the federal government in jail, ARY News reported. ... read..

"Trying civilians in Pakistan military courts lack transparency, independent scrutiny," says UK

London | December 24, 2024 1:12:10 PM IST

Following the sentencing of 25 people by a military court in Pakistan's Islamabad, the UK expressed concerns and emphasised the lack of "independent scrutiny and transparency" in such proceedings. ... read..

India, ADB sign USD 500 million loan to support green, sustainable infrastructure projects

New Delhi | December 24, 2024 12:12:58 PM IST

India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a USD 500 million loan to support green and sustainable infrastructure projects aligned with the country's climate commitments. ... read..

"We will strike Houthis... just as we did to Haniyeh": Israel confirms killing Hamas leader

Tel Aviv | December 24, 2024 11:42:53 AM IST

In the first acknowledgement of Israel's involvement in the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz on Monday, issued a stern warning to the Houthi rebels from Yemen of destroying their infrastructure and 'decapitating' ... read..

US NSA Jake Sullivan reiterates support for "prosperous, stable, democratic" Bangladesh in talks with Muhammad Yunus

Washington DC | December 24, 2024 11:42:24 AM IST

United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Monday held discussions with Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, reaffirming the United States' commitment to supporting a "prosperous, stable, and democratic" Bangladesh. ... read..

US President Biden commutes death sentences of 37 individuals

Washington DC | December 24, 2024 11:42:09 AM IST

United States President Joe Biden announced that he is commuting the sentences of 37 individuals on federal death row. Their sentences will now be changed from execution to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf condemns 190 mln GBP corruption case against Imran Khan, his wife

Islamabad | December 24, 2024 11:42:07 AM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram has condemned the 190 million corruption case against party founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, calling it the "worst example of political victimisation," The Express Tribu ... read..

Taiwan reports 8 Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels around its territory

Taipei | December 24, 2024 10:12:38 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Tuesday reported the operation of eight Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels. The aircraft and vessels were detected operating around Taiwan until 6 am (local time) on Tuesday. ... read..

'We look forward to grow US-India ties': Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma

Washington DC | December 24, 2024 9:42:07 AM IST

Senior diplomats from India and the United States, including Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma, highlighted the strengthening of bilateral ties between the two countries. ... read..

France: President Emmanuel Macron unveils new government

Paris | December 24, 2024 9:12:22 AM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a new government on Monday, following the collapse of the previous Cabinet. ... read..

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to charges of murder in fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Washington DC | December 24, 2024 9:12:09 AM IST

Luigi Mangione, accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown Manhattan, appeared in a New York courtroom on Monday and pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and terrorism, according to a report by CNN. ... read..

Former President Bill Clinton hospitalised after developing fever, remains in "good spirits"

Washington DC | December 24, 2024 8:42:19 AM IST

Former US President Bill Clinton was admitted to a Washington DC hospital on Monday afternoon (local time) for testing and observation after developing a fever, according to his spokesperson. ... read..

Yamanashi Governor praises India's legacy, invites UP CM Yogi Adityanath to visit Japan

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2024 7:12:09 AM IST

Governor of Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture, Kotaro Nagasaki, expressed his admiration for India during his meeting with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday, highlighting the strong diplomatic and historical ties between the two nations. ... read..

UP govt signs MoUs with Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture; CM Yogi highlights economic ties in Japanese

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2024 6:42:10 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath signed Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture in Lucknow on Monday. ... read..

Pakistan govt agrees to consult PTI chief Imran Khan as negotiations begin

Islamabad | December 24, 2024 5:42:09 AM IST

As negotiations between the treasury and the opposition began to address political disputes, Senator Irfan Siddiqui, a member of the government's committee, said on Monday that they have agreed to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) demand to consult Imr ... read..

Concerned by sentencing of Pakistani civilians in a military tribunal: US

Washington | December 24, 2024 4:12:26 AM IST

The United States (US) has expressed concern over the sentencing of 25 people by a military court in Pakistan's Islamabad after it found them guilty of targeting army installations. ... read..

Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities launches Authentic Identity and Sustainable Heritage initiative

Middle East | December 24, 2024 2:42:07 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities (MBZUH) has launched the Authentic Identity and Sustainable Heritage initiative, aimed at promoting awareness of Emirati heritage and linking it to principles of cultu ... read..

Mohammed bin Rashid issues Decree establishing Dubai Resilience Centre

Middle East | December 24, 2024 2:12:29 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, has issued Decree No. (48) of 2024 establishing the Dubai Resilience Centre, a new public entity that aims to rei ... read..

Trump dubs Panama Canal as "United States Canal"

Washington DC | December 23, 2024 11:42:12 PM IST

US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday posted a cryptic message on his social media platform- Truth Social about the Panama Canal. ... read..

"International community's response is increasing": Former Indian envoy to Bangladesh over attack on minorities

New Delhi | December 23, 2024 11:12:21 PM IST

Former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, expressed her concern over the growing attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, stating that the international community's response is increasing. ... read..

"3 Indians have been discharged, while remaining are under treatment": Embassy of India in Berlin

New Delhi | December 23, 2024 10:42:16 PM IST

The Indian Embassy in Berlin has confirmed that three Indian nationals injured in the Magdeburg Christmas Market attack on December 20 have been discharged from the hospital, while the remaining four individuals are still receiving treatment. The Embassy ... read..

Diplomatic experts to discuss 'Trump's World', global implications in changing political landscape

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 23, 2024 10:12:20 PM IST

The second edition of the Pune Public Policy Festival, taking place at the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE) and the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI), is set to hold a highly anticipated panel discussion on 'Trump's World: Ho ... read..

Pak's Punjab Assembly leader questions Maryam Nawaz's China visit

Lahore | December 23, 2024 8:13:18 PM IST

Opposition leader in Pakistan's Punjab Assembly, Malik Ahmad Khan Bhachar on Monday, raised concerns regarding the recent visit of the Chief Minister of Pakistan's Punjab, Maryam Nawaz to China and said the government should tell what outcomes were achiev ... read..

Pakistan's Human Rights Commission warns of severe impact on civil liberties under new law

Islamabad | December 23, 2024 8:13:16 PM IST

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) recently raised alarm over the newly passed Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act 2024, which was fast-tracked through Parliament in just four days. ... read..

"We confirm that we have received Note Verbale from Bangladesh": MEA on Sheikh Hasina's extradition request

New Delhi | December 23, 2024 8:13:03 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday confirmed that it received a Note Verbale from the Bangladesh High Commission in connection with an extradition request of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. However, it offered no comments on this matter. ... read..

Baloch Yakjehti Committee releases documentary to honour Karima Baloch's legacy

Quetta | December 23, 2024 7:12:47 PM IST

On the 4th death anniversary of human rights activist Karima Baloch, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) released a documentary titled "Brave Baloch Women" on its official YouTube channel. ... read..

Pak PM, son seek acquittal in Ramzan Sugar Mills case

Lahore | December 23, 2024 7:12:37 PM IST

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his son Hamza Shehbaz on Monday moved a plea to seek acquittal in the Ramzan Sugar Mills case, as per ARY News. ... read..

Former Indian envoy highlights situation of minorities in open letter to people of Bangladesh, calls elections only solution

New Delhi | December 23, 2024 7:12:31 PM IST

Former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, said on Monday, that she and other former Indian officers have written a letter to the people of Bangladesh to recall the age-old ties shared by two nations, to highlight the situation in Banglad ... read..

Inaugural Al Ain Dates Festival to kick off on January 3

Middle East | December 23, 2024 6:42:07 PM IST

Al Ain [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority has announced the launch of the inaugural editio ... read..

Pak: Protests in Gwadar continue for over a week, demanding reopening of Iranian border for trade

Gwadar | December 23, 2024 5:42:46 PM IST

Normal life in Gwadar remains severely impacted as workers and supporters of the All Parties Alliance continued their sit-in at Marine Drive for over a week. The protesters are demanding the reopening of the Iranian border for trade in oil and other goods ... read..

EAM Jaishankar to visit US from December 24-29

New Delhi | December 23, 2024 5:42:08 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will visit the US from December 24-29 to discuss key bilateral, regional and global issues. He will also chair a conference of the Consul Generals of India in the US. ... read..

Balochistan: Medical students protest campus closure, security crackdown

Quetta | December 23, 2024 5:12:44 PM IST

Students at the Bolan Medical College (BMC) in Balochistan's Quetta entered the 27th day of their sit-in protest on Monday against the closure of their institution, alleged occupation of hostels by security forces, and reported violence against students, ... read..

Pakistan govt seeks charter of demands from Imran Khan's party as first round of talks conclude

Islamabad | December 23, 2024 5:12:11 PM IST

Pakistan's federal government has sought a charter of demands from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) as the first round of talks between the two sides concluded in the National Assembly, ARY News reported. ... read..

Bangladesh requests India to send Sheikh Hasina back

Dhaka | December 23, 2024 4:42:48 PM IST

Bangladesh has officially requested India to send back former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India on August 5 after a student-led movement ousted her from power. ... read..

Climate change, health risks escalate amid surge in PoGB deforestation

Gilgit | December 23, 2024 4:12:32 PM IST

The intensifying cutting of trees for firewood in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) is not only worsening the region's environmental challenges but is also contributing to a growing public health crisis. As locals struggle to stay warm during hars ... read..

Ukraine claims North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia given fake military documents

Kyiv | December 23, 2024 3:42:21 PM IST

The Ukrainian military said that North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia were given fake military documents with Russian names and birth places, CNN reported. The statement comes amid claims from Ukraine that Russia is trying to not disclose the presenc ... read..

India's retired judges, bureaucrats call for "immediate end" to attacks on minorities in open letter to Bangladesh

New Delhi | December 23, 2024 3:42:12 PM IST

A group of retired judges, bureaucrats, Army officials and other civil society members have penned an open letter to the "people of Bangladesh" expressing their "increasing alarm" and "deep concern" over the deteriorating situation in the neighbouring cou ... read..

Israel, Slovakia sign historic USD 582 million deal to boost Air Defense capabilities

Middle East | December 23, 2024 3:12:22 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 23 (ANI/TPS): Israel and Slovakia signed a 2 billion shekel (USD 582 million) agreement on Monday to boost the European country's air defense systems, in the largest defense export deal ever between the two. ... read..

Israel finds remains of Yom Kippur War Helicopter in Syria

Middle East | December 23, 2024 3:12:18 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 23 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers during a routine operation in Syria found the rotor head of an Air Force helicopter that crashed in Syria during the Yom Kippur War, the Israel Defense Forces said on Monday morning. ... read..

Sikyong Penpa Tsering successfully concludes key engagements in US, strengthening Tibetan cause

Santa Fe | December 23, 2024 2:12:23 PM IST

Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the political leader of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), has successfully concluded a series of engagements across the US, reinforcing the Tibetan cause and promoting unity within Tibetan communities. ... read..

World Uyghur Congress condemns Chinese sanctions against Uyghur, Tibetan organisations in Canada

Munich | December 23, 2024 1:42:08 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has strongly condemned the Chinese government's recent decision to impose sanctions on the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project (URAP) and its leadership, including former WUC Director of the Legal Committee, Mehmet Tohti, along ... read..

China warns US: Taiwan is "first red line that cannot be crossed" in bilateral relations

Taipei | December 23, 2024 1:12:24 PM IST

Following the White House announcement of arms sales and assistance to Taiwan, China's foreign ministry said that the "Taiwan issue" is the core of China's interests and the "first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations," Taiwan News report ... read..

Year Ender: What does Donald Trump's return to White House mean for world?

Washington, DC | December 23, 2024 12:42:33 PM IST

US President-elect Donald Trump has for months insisted that all would have been well with the world had he been president. Whether his statement is true or not, only time will tell as he will be the one responsible for how the US responds to the challeng ... read..

EU expresses concern over sentencing of 25 civilians by military court over May 9 protests

Islamabad | December 23, 2024 11:42:22 AM IST

The European Union (EU) on Sunday voiced concerns over the sentencing of 25 people by a military court after it found them guilty of targeting army installations. The EU stressed that the decision was inconsistent with Pakistan's commitments to ensure a ' ... read..

"Honoured:" says Chennai-born Sriram Krishnan, Trump's pick for Policy Advisor on AI

Washington, DC | December 23, 2024 10:42:21 AM IST

US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Sriram Krishnan as senior policy advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. ... read..

Taiwan faces almost 1 million monthly cyber attacks from China

Taipei | December 23, 2024 9:42:16 AM IST

Chinese hackers launch an average of 900,000 attacks on Taiwan's Legislative Yuan (LY) each month, Taipei Times reported citing legislature's information technology (IT) department's statement. ... read..

Taiwan detects 2 Chinese military aircraft, 7 naval vessels near its territory

Taipei | December 23, 2024 8:42:22 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) said that 2 Chinese military aircraft and 7 naval vessels were detected operating around Taiwan until 6 am (local time) on Monday. ... read..

Ethiopian Prime Minister opens UAE-built orphanage in Oromia Region

Middle East | December 23, 2024 8:12:09 AM IST

Addis Ababa [Ethiopia], December 23 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has inaugurated its orphanage project in the Oromia region in Ethiopia as per the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the follow-up of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler' ... read..

Taiwan plans large UAV testing facility in Chiayi County

Taipei | December 23, 2024 7:12:10 AM IST

Taiwan is set to construct a large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) testing facility in Chiayi County, aimed at boosting its drone manufacturing capabilities and establishing a stronger presence in the global market, said Industrial Development Administratio ... read..

Hamdan bin Mohammed approves formation of Board of Directors of 'Young Arab Leaders' initiative

Middle East | December 23, 2024 6:42:20 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today approved the formation of the Board of Di ... read..

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