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Thousands turn up to attend funeral of people killed in PoJK
Thousands of people turned up on Thursday for the funeral of those killed during days of violent protests in Muzaffarabad, Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.
Pakistan government escalates crackdown, branding journalists and
The Freedom Network, a media watchdog, condemned the advertisement in strong terms, saying it had placed journalists and civil society workers in danger by equating them with threats to national security. "This reckless narrative undermines press freedom, fuels hostility, and stigmatises professionals who deliver reliable information to the public," the organisation said in its statement.
Pakistan: Two years later, Jaranwala victims still await justice
Two years after the mob violence in Jaranwala, victims and rights activists say justice remains far from reality, with only one person convicted despite the scale of the tragedy. These concerns were highlighted at a conference on "Jaranwala tragedy of August 16, 202- Condition of minorities in Punjab, government steps and our strategy" organised at the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), as reported by Dawn.
"Pakistan is sinking titanic": UKPNP leader says, rampant corrupt
For several days, PoJK has witnessed violent clashes between protesters and Pakistani security forces. At least 10 people have been killed and many critically injured, Dawn reported. The unrest has prompted Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to dispatch an eight-member ministerial committee, including Rana Sanaullah, Ahsan Iqbal and PPP leader Raja Pervez Ashraf, to Muzaffarabad for talks with the civil society alliance leading the agitation.
Pakistan’s brutal offensive devastates Zehri farmers
The agrarian town of Zehri, situated about 120 kilometres from Khuzdar, is reeling under an extensive military siege by Pakistani forces, with reports of civilian suffering, destruction of property, and a complete communication blackout. The operation has left residents trapped under curfew, without access to food, healthcare, or basic services, as reported by The Balochistan Post.
Russian envoy marks 25th anniversary of strategic partnership
Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, on Friday, hailed the completion of 25 years of India-Russia strategic partnership, underscoring how it opened a new chapter in the bilateral relationship of the two countries.
Myanmar hit by second earthquake in a single day
A second earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, which was recorded to be of magnitude 3.3, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).
EAM Jaishankar extends greetings on German National Unity Day
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended wishes on Friday to Germany on the occasion of the German National Unity Day.
Pak govt begins talks with PoJK protesters
A high-level government delegation held negotiations with a civil society alliance in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (poJK) on Thursday after days of violent clashes at the hands of Pakistani forces on protesters had left at least 10 people dead and scores critically injured, Dawn reported on Friday.
"One of darkest days": Pakistan journalists announce nationwide
According to Pakistan media reports, the Lawyers Community of POJK were staging a peaceful protest at the Press club when the Police attacked them.
6 PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels recorded operating around Taiwan
Taiwan recorded Chinese military presence around the island with 6 PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around its territory, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported on Friday.
Russian President Putin calls PM Modi a "wise leader"
Putin was speaking at the plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi and mentioned that India and Russia both share a "special" relationship.
Earthquake of magnitude 3.6 rocks Myanmar
An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 struck Myanmar on Friday at 03:43 am IST (Indian Standard Time), as per the National Center for Seismology.
Pakistan: At least 13 die in 2 road accidents in Balochistan
As per Geo News, the local authorities said that six people lost their lives and 17 others were injured after a passenger coach crashed with a truck near Zero Point in Lasbela's Uthal.
Pakistan: Nine killed, four injured in Peshawar bomb blast
The details of the incident were confirmed by Peshawar Capital City Police Officer Mian Saeed's office, as per DAWN. Speaking to DAWN, Mian Saeed said that the police officials were the target of the incident.
Jaishankar, Kinjarapu join Airbus-IndiGo event in Delhi
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu joined Airbus and IndiGo leadership in New Delhi, highlighting India's aviation growth, Make in India opportunities, and sustainable aviation. Kinjarapu urged stronger Airbus-IndiGo collaboration, while Jaishankar stressed the importance of the India-Europe connection for the growth of the civil aviation sector.
RRAG highlights racial violence against indigenous people in Bangladesh before UNHRC
RRAG told the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva that indigenous people in Bangladesh's Chittagong Hill Tracts face racial violence, killings, and discrimination. It cited army attacks, exclusion from reforms, and removal of "Adivasi" from textbooks, urging effective international action against such abuses.
India condemns terror attack on Manchester synagogue
India on Thursday condemned the terror attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester, which took place during Yom Kippur services.
Closing ceremony of MONDIACULT 2025 concludes in Barcelona
The Closing Ceremony of the UNESCO World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development, MONDIACULT 2025, concluded in Barcelona on October 1
India, China to resume direct air services by end of October
The Civil Aviation Ministry said on Thursday that India and China will resume direct air services by the end of October 2025, aligning with the winter schedule.
Pakistan’s democracy exposed: lawyers jailed for peaceful protest
Islamabad witnessed dramatic scenes on Thursday as dozens of Kashmiri lawyers and members of the Islamabad Bar Association (IBA) were detained during a protest staged in front of the National Press Club.
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