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US travel ban deepens Afghan immigrants’ uncertainty

Thousands of Afghan P1 and P2 immigration caseholders, stranded in third countries like Pakistan, face uncertainty due to a new US travel ban. Despite completing legal steps, their cases remain on hold. The US and UN emphasize border control but stress respecting human dignity, while some programs remain suspended.

2025-06-08T08:52:58.474340+00:00 IST

European countries "aware of the effect of terrorism"

As the delegation arrived at Delhi airport, while speaking to ANI, Purandeswari said that after their delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, produced evidence, the countries affirmed their support to India.

2025-06-08T08:32:46.593619+00:00 IST

Human rights group condemns killing of Baloch man in Mastung

Human rights group Paank condemned the killing of Syed Ehsan Shah by Frontier Corps in Mastung. They called for an independent investigation, prosecution of those involved, protection for the family, and urged international attention to end ongoing state violence against Baloch civilians.

2025-06-08T08:21:12.794462+00:00 IST

Four Baloch fighters killed in Barkhan clash with state group

Four Baloch fighters were killed in a clash with a state-backed group in Barkhan, Balochistan. Heavy fighting also occurred in Mastung during a military operation. The conflict highlights ongoing violence between Baloch nationalist groups and Pakistani forces in the region.

2025-06-08T08:00:46.558074+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Gas cylinder blast kills six family members in Mardan

A gas cylinder blast in Mardan killed six family members and injured two, while separate roof collapse incidents in Dijkot and Tando Adam left several injured, including children. All three tragedies were linked to poor infrastructure and unsafe living conditions.

2025-06-08T07:16:22.598815+00:00 IST

"We exposed terrorist acts of Pak to the world," Thambidurai says

As the delegation arrived at Delhi airport, Thambidurai while speaking to ANI, said that all the countries were on Indian side when it came to combating terrorism.

2025-06-08T06:06:01.639686+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar’s visit to strengthen India-Europe relations

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will undertake an official visit to France, the European Union (EU), and Belgium from June 8 to 14, 2025, the Ministry of External Affairs announced in a press release on Sunday.

2025-06-08T05:14:30.550558+00:00 IST

Visit of UK FS Lammy further consolidates India-UK Partnership

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy's visit to India provided a valuable opportunity to sustain the high-level engagement between the two countries and to further consolidate the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs noted in a statement on Saturday.

2025-06-08T03:59:37.444237+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 jolts Afghanistan

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

2025-06-08T03:16:41.521201+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects Chinese incursions near its territory

As per the MND, out of 11, six sorties entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ.

2025-06-08T03:05:27.093216+00:00 IST

Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe shot  in Bogota

Miguel Uribe, a presidential candidate in Colombia, has been shot at an event in Bogota., CNN reported, citing a Colombian national police statement.

2025-06-08T00:36:32.783367+00:00 IST

PTI cannot afford to launch similar movement like in past, says Pak PM's aide

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Public and Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah advised Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party founder Imran Khan to accept Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's offer of a meeting for negotiations and sit with the government to amend the election laws.

2025-06-08T00:15:57.240243+00:00 IST

Karachi: 32 mild tremors recorded since June 1

The port city has been experiencing a series of mild earthquakes for over a week, with 32 tremors recorded since June 1, Geo News reported, citing Chief Meteorologist Amir Haider Laghari's statement.

2025-06-07T22:56:50.178784+00:00 IST

Russia strikes Ukraine again; Kharkiv hit by powerful attack, says Mayor

At least five people were killed in a series of Russian attacks on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, on Saturday. This comes after Moscow carried out a large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine the previous night, CNN reported.

2025-06-07T22:36:23.785728+00:00 IST

Russia-Ukraine planned exchange of prisoners turns into dispute

A planned exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine did not happen on Saturday due to disagreements between the two sides.

2025-06-07T22:09:30.996017+00:00 IST

"Yunus has taken this decision without consulting parties"

On June 6, the Bangladesh interim government announced that the national election would be held in the first half of April 2026.

2025-06-07T21:01:19.616286+00:00 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets UK Foreign Secretary Lammy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the United Kingdom's Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Saturday and shared the details in a post on X.

2025-06-07T16:01:21.926518+00:00 IST

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy calls on PM Modi

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared the details of the meeting in an official statement.

2025-06-07T15:54:59.484601+00:00 IST

UK Foreign Secy Lammy meets EAM Jaishankar in Delhi

Offering condolences on the terrror attack, Lammy said, "It is obviously also sadly the case that there has been a horrific terrorist attack since we last met and my prime minister wishes me to convey once again the deep condolences of the UK and a hand of friendship with India and support as we deal with the terrorism threat in a comprehensive manner."

2025-06-07T11:29:41.193135+00:00 IST

India-UK FTA will propel bilateral trade: Jaishankar

Noting that the recent conclusion of the India-UK FTA and the Double Contribution Convention is truly a milestone, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday it will propel two-way trade and investment and contribute to the strengthening of supply and value chains."

2025-06-07T11:24:51.811083+00:00 IST

Beijing, Moscow, Tehran, Pyongyang aim to undermine rules-based

In a speech delivered during a low-profile visit to Europe, Wu emphasised the urgency of democratic solidarity amid rising authoritarian threats. "These regimes are expanding their influence with the clear intent to sabotage the rules-based international order," Wu said.

2025-06-07T09:16:16.167756+00:00 IST