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WUC highlights global advocacy in October newsletter

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) highlighted its October activities, including advocacy in Europe and Japan, protests against Chinese oppression, and actions targeting companies involved in Uyghur surveillance. Uyghurs in Xinjiang face systemic repression, including forced labour, surveillance, and cultural restrictions, drawing global criticism for human rights violations.

2025-11-05T09:26:47.330920+00:00 IST

Two young men detained in Quetta amid disappearance concerns

Two young men, Mir Shahek Qambrani and Saleh Mohammad, were reportedly detained by Pakistani security forces in Quetta and taken to unknown locations. Enforced disappearances in Balochistan remain a long-standing concern, with activists calling for investigations, accountability, and support for affected families.

2025-11-05T09:19:00.648617+00:00 IST

China offers to help India tackle its severe air pollution crisis

China faced similar air pollution issues in the past but implemented aggressive measures to reduce pollution, including shifting industries, restricting vehicular emissions, and expanding clean energy use.

2025-11-05T09:16:49.083987+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar to visit Canada next week: Sources

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar is scheduled to visit Canada next week.

2025-11-05T09:10:44.378727+00:00 IST

Pak spikes Afghans' repatriation post border clashes

The escalation is felt far beyond border areas, spanning all the way to the capital, Islamabad, and nearby Rawalpindi. Landlords, fearing legal ramifications, have evicted Afghan renters or refused lease renewals, forcing families to find new homes.

2025-11-05T08:46:56.310661+00:00 IST

Alleged nuclear tunnels in Sindh mountains prompt calls for international investigation

In a formal letter to the United Nations Secretary-General, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs, and the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the groups claimed that multiple underground tunnels and chamber systems had been constructed in areas north of Jamshoro near Noriabad, around Kambar-Shahdadkot, and west of Manchar Lake.

2025-11-05T08:28:59.137797+00:00 IST

Corruption in Neelum-Jhelum Project leave Muzaffarabad in darknes

Sardar Abdul Razaq Khan, former Chairman of the Muzaffarabad Traders Association, expressed deep frustration over the situation.

2025-11-05T08:04:28.980069+00:00 IST

US nuclear aircraft carrier arrives at S Korea’s Busan port city

South Korea's Navy said it "plans to further strengthen exchanges and cooperation between the Navies of the two countries, as well as enhance defence capabilities on the occasion of the arrival of the Fifth Aircraft Carrier Group."

2025-11-05T07:21:21.488510+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 2 Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels around nation

Taiwan's MND said that they have responded to the situation accordingly.

2025-11-05T07:09:42.016090+00:00 IST

'India and Japan have larger responsibility towards Indo-Pacific'

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday addressed the 8th India-Japan Indo-Pacific Forum, highlighting the deepening partnership between India and Japan. The partnership, Jaishankar emphasised, serves to enhance strategic stability in the Indo-Pacific region and contribute to global economic growth.

2025-11-05T06:54:44.685418+00:00 IST

66 dead as typhoon Kalmaegi rages through Philippines

The death toll also includes six crew members of a military helicopter that crashed yesterday on Mindanao island after it was deployed to assist in relief efforts.

2025-11-05T05:06:11.107566+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 rattles off East Coast of Kamchatka

As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-11-05T05:04:26.521128+00:00 IST

Interim government won’t allow Zakir Naik to enter Bangladesh

Quoting sources, the daily Prothom Alo reported that the meeting discussed the possible visit of Zakir Naik. "If Zakir Naik comes to Bangladesh, there will be a huge crowd. A large number of law enforcement personnel will be needed to control the crowd. There is no opportunity to deploy so many members there at the moment, focusing on Zakir Naik's visit to Bangladesh", the report said.

2025-11-05T02:44:40.294247+00:00 IST

Day 1 of Global Peace Prayer festival concludes in Bhutan

The Global Peace Prayer Festival 2025 began on Tuesday at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, with visuals from the venue showing Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay in attendance.

2025-11-05T01:49:35.486828+00:00 IST

"India can be a superpower by making things...": Sminu Jindal

One of India's strongest voices championing the cause of a more accessible and inclusive society, Sminu Jindal, the Managing Director of Jindal SAW and the founder of NGO Svayam emphasized the need of the hour- building a more equitable society that builds a stronger India and delivers on the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

2025-11-05T00:39:52.437045+00:00 IST

Bangladesh companies sign deal to buy USD 1 billion soybeans

"The landmark agreement with the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), a trade association representing the interests of U.S. soybean farmers abroad, signals a growing export market for high-quality U.S. agricultural products in Bangladesh", said Poornima Rai, spokesperson to the US Mission in Bangladesh.

2025-11-05T00:28:37.688846+00:00 IST

Jaishankar meets Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday met Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa in New Delhi and reaffirmed India's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's progress and development under its "Neighbourhood First" policy.

2025-11-04T19:38:09.349704+00:00 IST

Tourists flock Nepal’s Rani Mahal- the ancient royal palace

Nestled on the top of a giant rock, at the banks of the Kaligandaki River, the "Rani Mahal" also translated as Queen's Palace is flocked with hundreds of tourists on daily basis.

2025-11-04T16:50:55.998678+00:00 IST

India-Israel discuss cooperation on trade, agriculture, tecH

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar concluded his maiden visit to India on Tuesday, which saw wide-ranging discussions on areas such as security, agriculture, trade and investment, defence and emerging technologies, as shared by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

2025-11-04T16:24:26.300282+00:00 IST

Nine parties all set to merge tomorrow in Nepal

A merger of nine parties including the CPN-Maoist Center is set to take place on Wednesday to form "Nepali Communist Party" with the approaching March election after the Gen-Z revolution in the Himalayan Nation.

2025-11-04T15:13:35.550272+00:00 IST

India, Sri Lanka need a workable framework to...: Premadasa

"The fishing issue is very important. The two countries must cooperate and establish a proper, workable framework -- one that is based on fact and substance," Premadasa said in a reply to a question by ANI at an event titled 'India-Sri Lanka Bilateral Relations' here.

2025-11-04T14:53:30.914593+00:00 IST