Asia

Pak journalists, activists warn against growing press restriction

Journalists and rights activists in Islamabad expressed concerns over growing restrictions on press freedom, comparing it to censorship under General Ziaul Haq. Tributes were paid to veteran journalists Nisar Osmani and CR Shamsi, while speakers urged unity to resist media curbs and uphold a free press.

2025-09-05T08:39:17.806382+00:00 IST

Global Designers unite for sustainability at BRICS Fashion Summit

Held as part of Moscow Fashion Week, the event provided an international platform for exchanging ideas, showcasing innovation, and promoting environmentally responsible practices in the fashion industry.

2025-09-05T08:19:41.878628+00:00 IST

Baloch families mark 51st day of protest for missing BYC leaders

Families of missing persons in Balochistan marked the 51st day of their Islamabad sit-in, demanding an end to enforced disappearances and the release of BYC leaders. Despite rain and intimidation, protesters vowed to continue their struggle, while BYC condemned detentions and challenged charges in court.

2025-09-05T08:18:50.672109+00:00 IST

UAE Embassy hosts Al Mawlid Al Nabawi event in premises

The occasion brought together a diverse group of politicians, diplomats, business leaders, and religious leaders to honour the values of peace, tolerance, and compassion.

2025-09-05T08:02:13.256179+00:00 IST

PoGB: Contaminated water in Astore sparks health crisis, protest

Residents of Astore in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan protested over contaminated water, citing a rise in menstrual health problems among women. Blocking traffic to demand action, locals called on authorities to ensure safe water, while officials assured them their grievances would be addressed, according to Markhor Times.

2025-09-05T07:49:33.819512+00:00 IST

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, spouse visit Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple in Ayodhya

Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and his spouse Aum Tashi Doma visited the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, where they offered prayers, took part in rituals, and inspected the temple premises.

2025-09-05T07:39:23.558875+00:00 IST

Afghan migrants report surge in forced deportations from Pakistan

Afghan migrants in Pakistan say deportations have intensified since the government's August 31 deadline, with many facing hardships due to halted visa renewals. Rights activists have urged Pakistan to pause the removals until Afghanistan's situation improves, Tolo News reported.

2025-09-05T07:35:55.171117+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s election body delays bypolls due to floods

The Election Commission of Pakistan has postponed by-elections in nine constituencies, citing floods that damaged infrastructure, displaced voters, and tied up civil administration in relief operations. According to Dawn, the decision affects both National and Punjab Assembly seats, with a new schedule to be issued once conditions normalise.

2025-09-05T07:17:32.259391+00:00 IST

Balochistan: Multiple enforced disappearances reported

According to a post shared by Balochistan Republican Party Media Cell on the social media platform X, at least ten individuals have been abducted during recent raids conducted over the past 48 hours.

2025-09-05T07:13:39.511050+00:00 IST

Series of 4 earthquakes jolt Afghanistan

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

2025-09-05T06:52:01.787004+00:00 IST

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, spouse arrive in Ayodhya

Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and his spouse Aum Tashi Doma arrived in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, this morning. They were received at the airport by UP Minister Surya Pratap Shahi.

2025-09-05T05:30:40.065499+00:00 IST

Pak: Imran Khan’s nephew Shershah Khan gets bail in riots case

An anti-terrorism court in Lahore granted bail to PTI founder Imran Khan's nephew, Shershah Khan, in the May 9, 2023 Jinnah House attack case. His brother Shahrez was also released on bail. Lawyers called the arrests "vindictive," while rights groups flagged a "political witch-hunt."

2025-09-05T04:50:41.066362+00:00 IST

Aid pours in as floods wreck northern Pakistan

The UK and UN have stepped up aid for Pakistan as severe floods hit northern regions and Punjab, with Sindh at risk, Dawn reported. Funds support early warning systems, evacuations, medical aid, and livestock protection. Health advisories warn of waterborne and vector-borne diseases, while no locust threat is expected.

2025-09-05T03:59:37.300061+00:00 IST

HRFP raises alarm over violence against minorities in Pakistan

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) has raised alarm over rising violence and discrimination against religious minorities, documenting cases of mob attacks, forced conversions, abductions, killings, and misuse of blasphemy laws across Pakistan, while urging justice and protection for vulnerable Christian, Hindu, and other minority communities.

2025-09-05T03:58:11.574234+00:00 IST

Kim assures Xi of North Korea’s support for China’s sovereignty

North Korea's Kim Jong Un told Chinese President Xi Jinping that Pyongyang will support China's sovereignty and territorial interests, Al Jazeera reported. The meeting followed a Beijing military parade with Xi, Kim and Putin showcasing unity, as Moscow hailed North Korea's support for its war in Ukraine.

2025-09-05T03:54:54.652047+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 17 Chinese military aircraft, 9 vessels, 2 ships

Of the 17 sorties, nine crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.

2025-09-05T02:50:08.742558+00:00 IST

ICCR DG Nandini Singla on India’s mathematical contributions

The India International Centre is hosting an International conference on South Asia's Manuscript Heritage and Mathematical Contributions till Friday.

2025-09-05T01:37:04.439353+00:00 IST

Series of earthquakes strike Afghanistan in under 24 hours

Afghanistan continued to reel under earthquakes as another tremor of magnitude 4.9 struck the nation in the early hours of Friday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2025-09-04T23:38:53.044728+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Tibet

An earthquake of magnitude 3.8 struck Tibet in the early hours of Friday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology.

2025-09-04T22:30:22.164094+00:00 IST

‘No discussion with Singapore on Trump tariffs': MEA

The remarks by P Kumaran, Secretary (East), on Thursday came during the special briefing on the visit of Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to India, where media queries were raised on whether the Trump tariffs are a concern for India and Singapore.

2025-09-04T22:15:42.071569+00:00 IST

Civil nuclear cooperation potential area of cooperation:MEA

India and Singapore have agreed to form teams and take the discussion on civil nuclear cooperation forward, P Kumaran, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

2025-09-04T20:22:25.449609+00:00 IST