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12 Nepalis, 6 Chinese missing in flood along Nepal-China border

The massive flood in the Lhendekhola that flows towards Nepal from Tibet along the border with Nepal on Tuesday morning has washed bridge and vehicles. The flood also has swept out sections of the Pasang Lhamu Highway, cutting off vehicular access to Rasuwagadhi and severely disrupting connectivity in Rasuwa district.

2025-07-08T05:15:25.112906+00:00 IST

There is no fear in preaching that Ram is born in Nepal: PM Oli

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli reiterated his claim that Lord Ram was born in Nepal, citing Balmiki's Ramayana. Speaking at a party event, he also said places linked to Ram and Vishwamitra lie in Nepal, and criticized India for promoting what he called a "fake Ayodhya."

2025-07-08T03:12:32.658029+00:00 IST

Flash flood along Nepal-China border sweeps bridge, vehicles

The flooding incident following heavy downpour in Chinese territories swept through the border area on Tuesday morning damaging structures in Timure area of Rasuwa in Nepali side.

2025-07-08T03:09:59.423734+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 4 Chinese naval vessels near its waters

In a post on X, the MND said, "4 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected as of 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. Illustration of flight path is not provided due to no PLA aircraft operating around Taiwan were detected during this timeframe."

2025-07-08T03:08:37.217905+00:00 IST

Dana Kachilli in PoJK left to crumble by Pakistan-backed regime

Despite its breathtaking landscapes, cool climate, and immense tourism potential, Dana Kachilli in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) continues to suffer under decades of systemic neglect. The region, blessed with lush forests, apple orchards, and fertile soil capable of producing saffron and wheat, remains forgotten by the Pakistan-backed administration, with locals now voicing deep frustration over the complete absence of development.

2025-07-08T02:44:13.688925+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Uruguay Prez on sidelines of 17th BRICS Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met on Monday with Uruguay President Yamandu Orsi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and discussed the expansion of the India-MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement.

2025-07-07T17:16:27.855757+00:00 IST

Ahmadi man charged with blasphemy for distributing food on Ashura

Authorities in Pakistan have charged a member of the persecuted Ahmadiyya community with blasphemy for distributing langar (free food) during the Islamic holy day of Ashura in the eastern city of Gujranwala, Dawn reported.

2025-07-07T16:35:00.720741+00:00 IST

Israel-Hamas truce talks ahead of Netanyahu-Trump meet

Israel and Hamas began the second day of indirect talks in Qatar on Monday, aimed at securing a ceasefire and captive deal in Gaza ahead of a key meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump in Washington, DC.

2025-07-07T15:13:11.088042+00:00 IST

Afghan refugees urge US to resume refugee resettlement programme

Afghan refugees residing in Pakistan have appealed to the United States to immediately resume the US Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), stating that ongoing delays have left them stranded and increasingly vulnerable.

2025-07-07T14:48:10.556706+00:00 IST

BRICS Summit: EAM Jaishankar meets Russia FM on sidelines

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a meeting on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio.

2025-07-07T14:18:54.861668+00:00 IST

Vietnam-India trade tagets trade $15 billion: Envoy Hai

Vietnam Ambassador to India, Nguyen Thanh Hai, highlighted the strong cooperation between Vietnam and India, citing the growing trade, with targeting trade value of USD 15 billion. and investment between the two countries.

2025-07-07T12:57:35.252837+00:00 IST

BRICS leaders at Rio Summit condemn strikes on Iran

BRICS leaders convened in Rio de Janeiro for the 17th BRICS Summit from July 6 to 7, where they strongly condemned recent military strikes on Iran and emphasised the need to uphold international law and nuclear safeguards.

2025-07-07T12:46:40.993642+00:00 IST

"India needs to act prudently, stop interference": Mao Ning

China has protested Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday greetings to the Dalai Lama, calling it interference in its internal affairs. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said the Dalai Lama is a political exile involved in anti-China activities. Global Times reported that Indian officials also attended the celebration on behalf of the government.

2025-07-07T12:44:54.454397+00:00 IST

“He is our identity”: Tibetan Monk Kunga Lama on Dalai Lama

Tibetan monk Kunga Lama said the Dalai Lama's birthday is a celebration of Tibetan identity, unity, and peace. He offered prayers for the Dalai Lama's long life and for flood victims in Himachal. A young reincarnated monk also participated in the prayers and cake-cutting ceremony.

2025-07-07T12:27:15.852056+00:00 IST

‘709’ crackdown: Global call grows to hold China accountable

Ten years after China launched a sweeping crackdown on human rights lawyers, international rights groups, led by Amnesty International, are urging immediate global action to hold the Chinese government accountable for a decade of ongoing repression.

2025-07-07T11:34:52.163202+00:00 IST

China opposes tariff wars after Trump’s BRICS threat

China rejected Trump's threat of extra tariffs on BRICS supporters, calling BRICS a positive and inclusive force. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said China opposes trade wars and using tariffs as coercion, adding that arbitrary tariffs harm all parties and do not serve anyone's interests.

2025-07-07T11:19:12.829689+00:00 IST

Pak: PTI slams perk hike for Punjab ministers amid public crisis

PTI slammed increased perks for Punjab ministers, calling it shameful amid economic hardship. The party said public hospitals lack basics while leaders enrich themselves. PTI vowed to oppose laws favoring the elite and accused the government of exploiting power while ordinary Pakistanis suffer from inflation, joblessness, and poor services.

2025-07-07T10:29:59.600659+00:00 IST

PoJK newspaper vendors on the brink amid declining sales

According to reports, before the COVID-19 pandemic, newspaper reading was a daily ritual in many households across PoJK.

2025-07-07T09:51:07.025795+00:00 IST

"China-Pak relations are not directed at any third party"

In a Global Times report, Mao said that China encouraged India and Pakistan to resolve their differences through dialogue.

2025-07-07T09:45:44.507399+00:00 IST

Balochistan: Human rights activist Gulzar Dost allegedly abducted

Citing local sources, the Balochistan Post reported that around 1:00am, individuals dressed in police and Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) uniforms stormed Dost's residence. He was blindfolded and taken into custody, after which he was transported to an undisclosed location. His whereabouts remain unknown.

2025-07-07T09:44:34.306518+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar reaffirms India's commitment to Russia

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further developing the special and privileged strategic partnership between the two countries across the entire spectrum of practical cooperation, the statement said.

2025-07-07T07:54:02.795444+00:00 IST