Asia

mran Khan's ex-wife slams govt over threat to arrest her sons

She stated that these types of actions do not "happen in a democracy or a functioning state" and termed it a "personal vendetta."

2025-07-10T23:51:42.712393+00:00 IST

Pakistan: ANP leader, policeman shot dead in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Speaking to Dawn, Bajaur District Police Officer (DPO) Waqas Rafiq said that Zeb was shot dead while campaigning for the July 13 peace parade in Shindai Mor, adding that a policeman was also killed in the attack.

2025-07-10T22:30:25.711674+00:00 IST

Echoed Trump's "disappointment and frustration" at...: Rubio

Speaking to reporters in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday after his meeting with Lavrov, Rubio stated that the US' strategy is to continue engaging all parties involved in finding an outcome to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

2025-07-10T20:24:43.843839+00:00 IST

Morocco seeks deeper strategic ties with India

"I think the sky is not even the limit for us... because we believe in making India, we believe in the capabilities of India, we believe in the development that India is having, both in industry and in the top technologies," he said.

2025-07-10T17:25:22.749329+00:00 IST

India, ASEAN adopt new plan of action for next five years

In a post on X, he said, "Had a very cordial meeting with Secretary General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today on the margin of the ASEAN-India Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Appreciated his personal commitment as the head of the ASEAN Secretariat in facilitating implementation of decisions of leaders towards strengthening our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership."

2025-07-10T17:23:53.348803+00:00 IST

Russia open to talks, awaits Kyiv’s signal

Russia remains open to peace talks with Ukraine, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, but warned that battlefield conditions are changing daily. According to RT, Moscow awaits signals from Kiev for a third round of talks, while Lavrov met Rubio in Malaysia to discuss ongoing tensions and US military aid.

2025-07-10T17:19:47.807263+00:00 IST

“Irresponsible": MEA on comments made by high state authority

"We have seen some comments made by a high state authority about India's relations with friendly countries from the Global South. These remarks are irresponsible and regrettable and do not behove the state authority," said Randhir Jaiswal, the Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs.

2025-07-10T17:16:09.881801+00:00 IST

Ashadha Purnima: Devotees mark Buddha’s first sermon at Sarnath

Devotees from around the world gathered at Sarnath's Mulagandha Kuti Vihara to celebrate Ashadha Purnima, marking the Buddha's first sermon. The event featured prayers, reflections, and messages on peace, unity, and compassion, highlighting Buddhism's timeless relevance and India's spiritual ties with global Buddhist communities.

2025-07-10T16:57:17.565320+00:00 IST

China backs Southeast Asia nuclear ban amid US tariff heat

China has agreed to sign ASEAN's nuclear weapon-free treaty, boosting regional diplomacy amid US tariff threats. At the Kuala Lumpur summit, leaders including Marco Rubio and Sergey Lavrov met as ASEAN seeks balance between major powers. The US faces criticism over trade policies, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-07-10T16:07:23.747833+00:00 IST

Japanese Amb leads high-level delegation to Dholera SIR

The Ambassador of Japan to India, Keiichi Ono, led a high-level delegation of leading Japanese companies on an official visit to Dholera Special Investment Region (Dholera SIR), India's greenfield smart industrial city under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), an official statement from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry noted.

2025-07-10T15:44:50.209489+00:00 IST

Rubio meets Russian FM amid Ukraine tensions

The meeting occurred just days after President Donald Trump expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin for not engaging in peace talks regarding the Ukraine conflict.

2025-07-10T14:25:11.138150+00:00 IST

JNU hosts discussion on Abhay K’s book on Nalanda

JNU's School of International Studies held a discussion on Abhay K.'s book about Nalanda, highlighting its global impact, interdisciplinary learning, and recent revival. The book explores Nalanda's history, contributions, and spread of Buddhist philosophy, celebrating India's ancient educational heritage.

2025-07-10T13:35:45.419933+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar offers wishes on occasion of Guru Purnima 

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar offered wishes on the occasion of Guru Purnima on Thursday.

2025-07-10T13:35:18.033118+00:00 IST

Mohsin Dawar blames Islamabad for crisis in Waziristan

Mohsin Dawar, Central Chairman of the National Democratic Movement (NDM) and former Member of Pakistan's National Assembly, has issued a stark warning about the deteriorating security situation in North and South Waziristan, accusing the Pakistani state of fuelling instability through deliberate militarised policies and geopolitical manoeuvring.

2025-07-10T13:27:52.119080+00:00 IST

PML-N split on Imran’s sons leading protest in Pakistan

PML-N leaders gave mixed responses on whether Imran Khan's British-national sons can enter Pakistan to lead protests for his release. Some supported their right to protest, others warned of legal limits. Jemima Goldsmith criticised the government's stance as a personal vendetta, Dawn reported.

2025-07-10T13:24:12.138375+00:00 IST

Lim Kit Siang raises concern over Trump's tariff, reshaping Asia

Former Malaysian MP Tan Sri Lim Kit Siang criticised US President Donald Trump's trade war policies and urged India, China, Vietnam, Japan, and Indonesia to work together for global peace, development, and climate action, despite border tensions. He stressed the need for cooperation to build a just, multipolar world order.

2025-07-10T13:01:18.038404+00:00 IST

WHO warns of disease surge among deported Afghan migrants

WHO has warned of rising infectious diseases among Afghan migrants deported from neighbouring countries due to poor sanitation. Thousands have been screened and vaccinated at border points, but WHO urges more funding and medical support to prevent outbreaks, Khaama Press reported.

2025-07-10T12:06:22.090725+00:00 IST

Houthis target Israel airport after Red Sea ship attacks

Houthi rebels in Yemen fired a missile at Israel's Ben Gurion airport and sank two ships in the Red Sea, escalating attacks to pressure Israel over Gaza. The US accused them of kidnapping sailors, while Israel responded with airstrikes on Yemeni ports, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-07-10T12:04:28.269298+00:00 IST

Five people injured in grenade attacks in Balochistan

Five people, including women and children, were injured after a grenade attack happened on a house in Turbat.

2025-07-10T10:58:47.405815+00:00 IST

BLF launches 'Operation Baam', 17 attacks rock Balochistan

The Balochistan Liberation Front launched "Operation Baam," carrying out 17 coordinated attacks on government sites across Balochistan. Explosions hit military and communication targets, causing major disruption. The group called it a new phase in their separatist struggle, while security forces began search operations in the affected districts.

2025-07-10T10:20:21.870080+00:00 IST

China's blacklist of Taiwanese companies backfires

China's Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday announced export restrictions against eight Taiwanese companies, a move analysts described as largely symbolic and unlikely to have a significant commercial impact, Focus Taiwan reported.

2025-07-10T10:12:40.396648+00:00 IST