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Over 7.5k women murdered in Pak, says Minister Tarar

Human rights and the condition of women continues to worsen in Pakistan, as Pakistan's Minister for Human Rights, Azam Nazeer Tarar informed the National Assembly on November 7 that over 7,500 women, including 1,553 in the name of honour, were murdered in the country in four years from 2021 to 2024, Dawn reported.

2025-11-08T21:50:50.739871+00:00 IST

Pakistan: “Hazardous smog” in Karachi poses serious health risk

Karachi is experiencing "hazardous smog" due to falling temperatures and dust from construction sites, posing serious health risks, especially to children. Health experts advised wearing face masks, eating nutritious food, and avoiding unnecessary outdoor activity. Cases of chest infections and pneumonia in children have risen sharply, Dawn reported.

2025-11-08T17:59:31.632104+00:00 IST

Taliban warns Pakistan after Istanbul talks collapse

Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks in Istanbul ended in a deadlock, with the Taliban accusing Pakistan of obstruction and irresponsibility. Afghanistan reiterated it will protect its sovereignty, warned Pakistan against testing its patience, and expressed frustration at Islamabad's refusal to take responsibility for security or commit to regional stability.

2025-11-08T17:11:52.466408+00:00 IST

Nepal: Madhesh CM Jitendra Sonal resigns ahead of confidence vote

Madhesh Province Chief Minister Jitendra Sonal resigned after realizing he would lose a vote of confidence in the Provincial Assembly. Despite initial support from five parties, some lawmakers withdrew backing, prompting Sonal to step down and submit his resignation to the Province Chief.

2025-11-08T14:19:29.241386+00:00 IST

Tribhuvan Airport flights halted over lighting system issue

Flight operations at Nepal's Tribhuvan International Airport were halted due to a short circuit in the airfield lighting system. Several domestic and international flights were delayed or diverted, while repair works are underway to restore runway lighting and resume normal operations.

2025-11-08T14:06:32.064525+00:00 IST

China’s propaganda apps threaten Taiwan, DPP councillor warns

Taipei City Councillor Yen Juo-fang urged police to investigate two Chinese apps, Return Home and Taiwan Defection, claiming they track users, promote loyalty to China, and threaten Taiwan's security and privacy, calling for their removal and blacklisting.

2025-11-08T13:36:14.124528+00:00 IST

Taliban accuses Pakistani military of fueling instability

The Taliban accused elements within Pakistan's military of destabilising Afghanistan for their own interests. Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said these factions falsely blame the Taliban for the rise of the TTP, stressing that Pakistan's militancy problem dates back to 2002 and is rooted in its own internal policies and operations.

2025-11-08T13:32:38.688784+00:00 IST

PM Modi to visit Bhutan, inaugurate hydropower project

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a state visit to Bhutan from November 11-12. The visit aims to strengthen the special ties of friendship and cooperation between the two countries and continues the tradition of regular bilateral high-level exchanges, an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

2025-11-08T13:10:54.391851+00:00 IST

MEA Secy (West) discusses bilateral relations with Armenia

Both sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations, regional and global issues of mutual interest.

2025-11-08T11:21:57.127224+00:00 IST

Displaced families in Kabul struggle for survival as winter nears

Hundreds of displaced families in Kabul are living in tents as winter nears, struggling without food, fuel, or shelter. Many say they have no land or money to rent homes and urge the Islamic Emirate for help, Tolo News reported.

2025-11-08T10:30:19.740845+00:00 IST

Afghan arrests in Pak surge 146 per cent amid border reopening

Arrests of Afghan nationals in Pakistan rose by 146 per cent in a week, mainly due to reopened border crossings, a UNHCR-IOM report said. Most detentions occurred in Balochistan, while returns and deportations also doubled, driven by fear of arrest and government repatriation orders, Dawn reported.

2025-11-08T10:02:04.754677+00:00 IST

President Murmu departs for Angola, Botswana visit

According to Rashtrapati Bhavan, this historic visit highlights India's commitment to strengthening ties with Africa and the Global South.

2025-11-08T09:23:58.022938+00:00 IST

Karachi’s evicted families await justice as Sindh govt fails

According to Dawn, the demonstration led by the Karachi Bachao Tehreek (KBT) marked the fourth consecutive day of protests by families who lost their homes during the controversial anti-encroachment drives.

2025-11-08T08:43:13.106603+00:00 IST

Pakistan tightens its iron grip as enforced disappearances ravage

According to The Balochistan Post, security personnel detained Faraz, son of Haji Fazal, from Quetta's Satellite Town area on November 5.

2025-11-08T08:27:35.621342+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Punjab’s wheat ban pushes Rawalpindi and Islamabad to t

The move has prompted the Flour Mills Association to announce the suspension of flour distribution from Monday, raising alarms of an impending food emergency in Pakistan's twin cities, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2025-11-08T08:22:13.136654+00:00 IST

No Deal: Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks hit dead end

The Taliban-led Afghan government accused Pakistan of being "irresponsible and uncooperative," saying Pakistan shifted the blame for its security issues to Afghanistan while refusing to take responsibility for its own security.

2025-11-08T08:14:14.028276+00:00 IST

Sacred relics of Lord Buddha embark on a journey to Bhutan

The relics, enshrined at the National Museum in New Delhi, were taken to Thimphu on an Indian Air Force aircraft, accompanied by a high-level delegation led by Dr. Virendra Kumar, Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment.

2025-11-08T07:32:18.477501+00:00 IST

Pakistan faces imminent climate and economic breakdown as IFIs wa

According to Dawn, World Bank Country Director Bolormaa Amgabazar cautioned that Pakistan ranks among the most climate-threatened countries, facing rising pollution levels, recurring floods, and depleting natural resources.

2025-11-08T07:23:55.338614+00:00 IST

Nepal PM calls on eligible voters to register for upcoming polls

Issuing a video statement, Karki emphasised that the foundation of a democratic society lies in citizens' awareness and responsible use of voting rights. Stating democracy is sustained by two essential tools - the conscience of citizens and the proper use of their voting identity cards.

2025-11-08T05:49:45.184194+00:00 IST

Trump endorses candidate for Governor of Ohio Ramaswamy

Trump expressed strong confidence in Ramaswamy's ability to lead the state, describing him as a "special" candidate.

2025-11-08T04:00:17.415542+00:00 IST

NCP raises concern over law and order situation in Bangladesh

"If you look at the history of Bangladesh, political violence has been there. Political violence becomes more acute in the lead-up to the elections. A lot depends on how the government handle the law and order situation", said NCP leader.

2025-11-08T02:59:57.908804+00:00 IST