Asia

Pakistan government increases gas prices

The notification mentions that gas price in Pakistan will not be changed for domestic consumers in terms of tiered rates.

2025-06-30T09:01:47.527461+00:00 IST

Israel pounds Gaza city after forcing evacuation orders

Israel launched 50 airstrikes across Gaza, killing at least 68 people, as talks on a ceasefire remain stalled. Egypt is pushing for a 60-day truce, but disagreements persist. Israel wants a temporary pause; Hamas demands a full end to the war, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-06-30T08:55:40.290197+00:00 IST

Wet spells in Pakistan's Punjab province kill 18, injure 57

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), in a fact sheet released today, stated that most of the deaths resulted from the collapse of dilapidated buildings

2025-06-30T08:55:06.313618+00:00 IST

Pak NGO reports two alleged state-backed Baloch deaths

According to Paank, 22-year-old Qaim Hayat was found shot multiple times on June 27 near Zubaida Jalal Road in Meerabad, Tump.

2025-06-30T07:59:32.671538+00:00 IST

Baloch youth hunted and executed by Pak’s military death squads

21-year-old Zeeshan Baloch was abducted and killed in Balochistan, hours after a protest by his family. BYC blamed Pakistan's military-backed death squads and called it part of ongoing state violence against Baloch youth. His death highlights the region's continuing crisis of enforced disappearances and human rights abuses.

2025-06-30T07:32:43.647376+00:00 IST

"First of all, we need to free the hostages": PM Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said freeing hostages and defeating Hamas remain top priorities, The Times of Israel reported. His remarks come amid U.S. pressure for a Gaza ceasefire and wider regional normalization talks involving Syria and Saudi Arabia, as indirect negotiations continue over humanitarian aid and hostage release terms.

2025-06-30T07:16:26.738337+00:00 IST

India hosts 'Jaipur Foot' camp in Kabul to aid Afghan amputees

India held a five-day 'Jaipur Foot' camp in Kabul, providing free prosthetic limbs and mobility aids to Afghan amputees as part of its ongoing humanitarian assistance, helping around 75 people regain mobility and independence.

2025-06-30T06:34:23.343411+00:00 IST

Australian FM to hold talks with EAM Jaishankar on sidelines of Q

Wong said that the meeting is taking place within a span of six months showed their dedication to the region.

2025-06-30T06:22:07.814534+00:00 IST

Dalai Lama attends prayers at Dharamshala ahead of 90th birthday

Tibetans are celebrating the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday with prayers, cultural events, and rituals. A long life prayer ceremony and key discussions on his reincarnation are planned. Celebrations will continue in Delhi with global Buddhist leaders and scholars attending a major event on July 13.

2025-06-30T06:21:46.619379+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Nepal

As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 14km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-06-30T03:44:33.530320+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 jolts Afghanistan

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

2025-06-30T03:36:32.695522+00:00 IST

Taiwan records heightened military activity around its territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) recorded on Monday sorties by 6 PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels around its territory.

2025-06-30T01:09:09.739494+00:00 IST

Pakistan to launch third phase of deporting Afghan refugees

Pakistan is set to launch the third phase of Afghan refugees' deportation drive on Monday, as reported by Khaama Press.

2025-06-29T23:57:02.884331+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Baloch body decries enforced disappearance of youth

Paank, the Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department shared the details of enforced disappearance of a Baloch man who had been involved in campaign for the release of his father, forcibly abducted by forces ten years ago.

2025-06-29T23:56:27.785320+00:00 IST

Over 60,000 anti-polio vaccine refusals reported in Pakistan

Pakistan has witnessed over 60,000 polio vaccine refusal cases during the anti-polio drive held earlier this year in April from 21-27, as reported by Ary News citing sources.

2025-06-29T22:26:36.375327+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Sit-in protest continues in Balochistan

Sit-in protest continued for the fourth day in Balochistan against the blockade of Abdohi border, as reported by leading Baloch human rights body, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) on Sunday.

2025-06-29T21:13:48.918844+00:00 IST

EAM to visit US to participate in QUAD FM Meeting

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will pay a visit to the US at the invitation of US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio to participate in the QUAD Foreign Minister's Meeting, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), said in an official statement. EAM will also inaugrate an exhibition at the UN Headquarters highlighting the toll of terrorist acts around the world and the steps taken by the international community to combat it.

2025-06-29T18:47:20.758730+00:00 IST

India refutes reports in Indonesia on loss of fighter jets

"We have seen media reports regarding a presentation made by the Defence Attache at a Seminar. His remarks have been quoted out of context and the media reports are a mis-representation of the intention and thrust of the presentation made by the speaker," the Indian Embassy in Indonesia said in a statement on Sunday.

2025-06-29T17:53:05.616850+00:00 IST

Tibetans gear up to celebrate Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday

A Few parliamentarians in exile and other members of the organising committee arrive at Kangra Airport to welcome spiritual gurus who are coming to attend the 90th birthday celebration of the 14th Dalai Lama.

2025-06-29T17:34:08.742900+00:00 IST

UAE Embassy in Delhi highlights expanded visa-on-arrival

The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in New Delhi has reaffirmed the significance of the UAE's expanded visa-on-arrival policy for Indian nationals, positioning it as a key milestone in advancing bilateral cooperation and people-to-people engagement.

2025-06-29T16:03:27.292485+00:00 IST

Splashing mud, singing, Nepal marks “Paddy Day”

Soaking in mud and water, farmers continuously worked on the field leveling the mud to ensure even level and continuous flow of water creating a favorable typography for the paddy saplings to grow. The farmers of Nepal along with the farming on Sunday also marked the "Paddy Day" while celebrating rice and the rituals.

2025-06-29T14:52:23.708852+00:00 IST