Asia

Omar Ayub urges Pakistan's Chief Justice to address unfair May 9

Following the recent convictions of multiple Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders by anti-terrorism courts (ATCs), Opposition Leader in the Pakistan National Assembly Omar Ayub Khan has written to Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Yahya Afridi, raising concerns over what he describes as "constitutional and procedural violations" in the handling of cases related to the May 9 unrest, Geo News reported.

2025-07-30T00:46:13.496829+00:00 IST

University of Bristol gets UGC approval to open campus in Mumbai

The University of Bristol has received approval from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to establish its first international campus in Mumbai, which is set to open in the summer of 2026, marking a significant milestone in the UK-India education corridor, the British High Commission in India announced on Tuesday.

2025-07-30T00:34:33.384279+00:00 IST

India, Nepal finalise updated border pillar maintenance plan

India and Nepal enhanced their cooperation on boundary management during the seventh meeting of the India-Nepal Boundary Working Group (BWG), held in New Delhi from July 28 to 29, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated.

2025-07-29T23:53:05.516783+00:00 IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf calls high-level meeting

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has called a high-level consultative meeting in Pakistan's Peshawar on Thursday to devise a strategy aimed at ensuring the success of its planned protest on August 5, which is being held to demand the release of the party's incarcerated founder, Imran Khan, The Express Tribune reported.

2025-07-29T23:32:21.312456+00:00 IST

Deals working out very well: Trump on India-US trade deal

During a gaggle with the press interaction aboard Air Force One on Tuesday (local time), Trump responded to a report suggesting that India might be preparing for 20 to 25 per cent tariffs, stating that India had been imposing higher tariffs on the US as compared to other countries. He further mentioned that all this would come to an end as he is now "in charge."

2025-07-29T22:09:38.357744+00:00 IST

Renowned economist Meghnad Desai passes away at 85

Distinguished Indian-origin economist, author, and member of the UK House of Lords, Lord Meghnad Desai, passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday, prompting an outpouring of condolences from across the world, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron.

2025-07-29T20:06:39.216552+00:00 IST

"India's humanitarian support to the people of Syria continues": MEA on medical aid dispatch

India has sent 5 metric tonnes of life-saving medicines, including anti-cancer drugs, antibiotics, and anti-hypertensives, to Syria as part of its ongoing humanitarian support, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.

2025-07-29T18:45:18.378043+00:00 IST

IDF continues strikes on Hezbollah, cites major damage

Backed by US support and Syrian shifts, Israel sees Hezbollah as weakened but still propped up by Iran, reports The Jerusalem Post.

2025-07-29T18:24:45.318450+00:00 IST

Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating hours-old ceasefire

Thailand accused Cambodia of violating a new ceasefire after clashes resumed in disputed border areas. Thai forces responded in self-defence, while Cambodia denied any violations. Despite tensions, both sides say the situation is mostly calm, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-07-29T18:12:36.201712+00:00 IST

PTI denies Imran Khan stopped sons from returning to Pakistan

While the federal government has not issued an official comment, Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry remarked that the sons were welcome to visit Pakistan and there would be no hurdle in issuing them visas "in less than 24 hours," provided they adhere to the law, Dawn reported.

2025-07-29T17:59:16.399447+00:00 IST

High Commission of India hosts send-off for ICCR scholar batch

The Indian High Commission in Dhaka held a send-off for nearly 550 Bangladeshi students selected for the 2025 ICCR scholarships. High Commissioner Pranay Verma encouraged them to strengthen India-Bangladesh ties through their academic journey in India.

2025-07-29T16:58:24.918255+00:00 IST

“Thank you for making this journey unforgettable”: Larson

US Consul General in Hyderabad, Jennifer Larson, bid farewell to the city and the region as she concluded her diplomatic tenure, expressing deep gratitude for the relationships, experiences, and collaborations built across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha during her time in India.

2025-07-29T14:25:34.279936+00:00 IST

Over 1.5 million Afghans returned from Iran, Pakistan in 2025: UN

More than 1.5 million Afghan migrants have returned to Afghanistan from neighbouring countries since the start of 2025, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), Tolo News reported.

2025-07-29T14:01:58.120030+00:00 IST

Gaza death toll crosses 60,000 amid famine crisis

Over 60,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since October 2023, as famine worsens and aid remains restricted. Al Jazeera reports rising malnutrition, especially among children, with severe health impacts. Despite brief pauses in fighting, Israeli attacks continue, deepening the humanitarian crisis.

2025-07-29T14:00:45.809663+00:00 IST

Navy chief Admiral Tripathi on four-day Japan visit

This visit is part of the ongoing efforts to consolidate bilateral defence relations between India and Japan, in line with the deepening 'Special Strategic and Global Partnership', with a focus on enhancing maritime cooperation, according to the Ministry of Defence.

2025-07-29T13:21:07.729284+00:00 IST

President Murmu receives credentials from envoys of four nations

President Droupadi Murmu received credentials from the ambassadors of the Dominican Republic, Timor-Leste, Sri Lanka, and Gabon at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, marking the start of their diplomatic roles in India.

2025-07-29T11:32:15.521072+00:00 IST

China woos Australian youth with state-backed exchange program

China is launching youth exchange programs to attract more young Australians, following a diplomatic thaw with Australia. Modeled after a similar U.S. initiative, the program aims to improve China's image abroad but has drawn criticism for being tightly controlled and politically curated, ABC News reported.

2025-07-29T10:30:37.864257+00:00 IST

Netanyahu, Putin discuss Iran amid regional tensions

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with Russian President Putin to discuss Iran, according to the Prime Minister's Office.

2025-07-29T10:23:12.533834+00:00 IST

WHO warns of cross-border “polio” threat in South Asia

The WHO has confirmed nine new polio cases in Afghanistan and Pakistan and warned of rising cross-border transmission risks. It urged stronger regional cooperation and wider vaccine access, especially in conflict zones, as experts cautioned that decades of progress could be lost without urgent action.

2025-07-29T10:18:32.539143+00:00 IST

BYC marks 13th day of Islamabad sit-in

Balochistan has long been the centre of persistent human rights issues. The area has experienced cycles of violence related to separatist movements, a heavy military presence, forced disappearances, and economic neglect. These challenges have attracted attention from human rights groups, journalists, and international observers.

2025-07-29T09:38:09.735901+00:00 IST

BYC leader Sammi Deen Baloch alleges secret FIR filed against her

In a post on social media, Sammi Deen Baloch stated that she is presently on bail from the Balochistan High Court concerning seven FIRs. She asserted that she has consistently challenged each FIR lodged against her in court and requested the court to officially notify her through appropriate channels if any new cases are registered against her.

2025-07-29T09:37:16.094194+00:00 IST