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Pashtun National Jirga condemns Pakistan over enforced disappeara

On the International Day for the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the Pashtun National Jirga (PNJ) released a strong statement denouncing Pakistan's persistent human rights violations against Pashtuns and calling for immediate international action.

2025-09-07T08:38:38.867703+00:00 IST

Afghan migrants depart Pak after PoR cards' expiry

A situation report of the UNHCR released on Friday said that in August alone, returns increased by 254 per cent, while deportations rose by 191pc as compared to July, coinciding with the start of the third phase of the 'Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan' (IFPR).

2025-09-07T08:34:12.082837+00:00 IST

Trump misjudged India on tariff threat: Ex-diplomat

Days after US President Donald Trump softened his stand on India-US ties, calling it a "very special relationship", former Indian diplomat KP Fabian on Sunday stated that the US President is beginning to realise that his aggressive trade tactics with India, particularly the threat of an additional 25 per cent tariff due to New Delhi's purchase of Russian oil, did not produce the desired outcome.

2025-09-07T08:33:04.305522+00:00 IST

Baloch Insurgent Groups claim series of deadly attacks on Pak

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) stated that its fighters carried out operations between 13 and 15 August in Mastung, Kalat, Quetta, and Mand.

2025-09-07T08:29:28.799486+00:00 IST

Pak: Years-long delays, escalating costs expose mismanagement

A parliamentary committee in Pakistan observed on Friday that the extended delay in the building of 104 new lodges has not only increased costs but has also imposed unnecessary financial burdens on the public treasury, according to a report by Dawn News.

2025-09-07T08:10:00.395884+00:00 IST

Pakistan Senate stalls key gender inclusion reforms

Another amendment bill put forward by Senator Zeeshan Khanzada, which aims to amend Article 228 to include women in the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), was postponed, with the committee opting to await a formal response from the CII.

2025-09-07T08:00:43.269484+00:00 IST

Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru to step down

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru on Sunday decided to step down from the post over a month after his party was hit with a major electoral setback in the Japanese Parliament, NHK World reported.

2025-09-07T06:58:38.189785+00:00 IST

25 PTI, SIC lawmakers still on NA committees despite Khan's Order

Despite clear directives from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan, around 25 members of the PTI and Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) have not yet stepped down from their positions on standing committees in Pakistan's National Assembly (NA), Geo News reported.

2025-09-07T06:45:24.605973+00:00 IST

Afghan women lament Taliban's 'no skin contact with males' rule 

The Taliban's "no skin contact with unrelated males" rule prohibits male rescuers from physically assisting women, even in life-threatening situations. This has led to delays or denial of medical care to women trapped under rubble.

2025-09-07T05:50:49.163735+00:00 IST

Thailand’s PM-elect Anutin Charnvirakul unveils cabinet picks

Thailand's Prime Minister-elect Anutin Charnvirakul has announced key cabinet appointments aimed at restoring confidence in the country following months of political and economic turmoil caused by the former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's ethics violations, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-09-07T05:02:11.189950+00:00 IST

Pak: 5 die as boat carrying flood evacuees capsizes

According to Pakistan's disaster management authority, the boat overturned on Saturday in Multan district because of strong currents, but the majority of passengers were saved.

2025-09-07T03:27:37.934348+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy rejects Putin's proposal for Moscow meet

The Ukrainian leader said in an interview with US media, "I can't go to the capital of this terrorist" because Ukraine is "under missile attacks, under fire every day."

2025-09-07T03:14:15.843201+00:00 IST

Matarbari deep sea port in Bangladesh to boost trade

Matarbari deep sea port in Bangladesh has opened a new window in South Asia, enabling mother vessels to anchor in the jetty, which will help boost trade and connectivity for the eastern part of India as well, an official said late on Saturday.

2025-09-07T03:04:31.951413+00:00 IST

Taiwan records 21 PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Sunday recorded heightened Chinese military presence around its territory, with 21 PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels and 2 official ships operating around Taiwan.

2025-09-07T01:13:59.078066+00:00 IST

Taiwan’s coast guard seizes Chinese fishing boat

Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) seized a nameless Chinese fishing boat after it crossed into restricted waters off outlying Penghu County on Saturday, as reported by Focus Taiwan, citing the agency.

2025-09-06T23:24:08.538105+00:00 IST

Paank condemns extrajudicial killings in Balochistan

It highlighted that the three incidents show the escalation of targeted violence in the region.

2025-09-06T22:12:12.668566+00:00 IST

At least one killed in blast during cricket match in Khyber Pakht

At least one person was killed in a bomb blast during a cricket match in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bajaur district on Saturday, Dawn reported, citing the police.

2025-09-06T20:15:52.301972+00:00 IST

Lebanese President calls on US to support Israeli withdrawal

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on the United States to pressure Israel to withdraw from the territories it's occupying in southern Lebanon, describing it as a necessary step to enable the Lebanese Army to complete its deployment along the international border and fully implement Resolution 1701.

2025-09-06T17:58:59.828978+00:00 IST

PM Modi congratulates Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali on election w

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Heartiest congratulations to President Irfaan Ali on the resounding success in General and Regional elections. I look forward to further strengthening India-Guyana partnership anchored in strong and historical people-to-people ties."

2025-09-06T17:54:18.241586+00:00 IST

Indra Jatra: Nepal’s living deities start five-day tour of the ci

The chariots hoisting the three living goddess and god made their way through the sea of devotees who waited for hours to take their blessings and have a sight. It is one of the rarest events where the living goddess and the gods would make a public appearance in the former royal palace before the unification of modern Nepal- the Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square in Kathmandu.

2025-09-06T16:56:32.476534+00:00 IST

PM Modi hails Bhutan PM Tobgay’s Ayodhya visit

"Wonderful to see PM Tobgay and his wife pray at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya. The ideals of Prabhu Shri Ram give strength and inspiration to millions across the globe," PM Modi posted on X.

2025-09-06T16:20:41.401770+00:00 IST