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Pak: Protests over Ghani Baloch disappearance

Protests broke out in Nushki over the alleged enforced disappearance of writer and political activist Abdul Ghani Baloch. The National Democratic Party condemned the incident as a violation of constitutional rights and has filed legal petitions for his recovery.

2025-06-05T08:32:21.309134+00:00 IST

Taipei marks Tiananmen anniversary

Around 3,000 people gathered in Taipei to mark the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre, with candlelight vigils and speeches highlighting the importance of remembering the 1989 crackdown and resisting authoritarianism. Survivors and Hong Kong exiles participated, reaffirming Taiwan's democratic values and solidarity.

2025-06-05T08:06:38.561171+00:00 IST

Pak: First polio case in GB

Pakistan has confirmed its first polio case of 2025 in Gilgit-Baltistan's Diamer district, raising the national tally to 11. Health officials urge parents to ensure children receive all polio vaccine doses, stressing continued vigilance as the virus remains endemic in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

2025-06-05T07:15:14.840076+00:00 IST

Pak: Malir jail officer flees

Malir Jail head constable Rashid Chingari has fled after being accused of aiding prisoner escapes, prompting Sindh Prisons Minister Ali Hassan Zardari to order his arrest and a full investigation into internal collusion. The jailbreak left over 130 inmates still at large.

2025-06-05T06:51:08.018679+00:00 IST

BLA attacks kill 5 Pakistani security personnel in Balochistan

Five Pakistani security personnel were killed and several injured in two attacks by the Baloch Liberation Army in Balochistan. The BLA claimed responsibility, saying their fight will continue until Pakistan withdraws from the region. No official response from Pakistan has been reported yet.

2025-06-05T06:49:35.402256+00:00 IST

Kyrgyz Republic FM Kulubaev arrives in India

Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev arrived in New Delhi for the fourth India-Central Asia Dialogue hosted by EAM S Jaishankar. The Dialogue will focus on enhancing trade, connectivity, and regional security between India and the five Central Asian nations.

2025-06-05T06:28:11.005585+00:00 IST

Gilgit-Baltistan crisis deepens amid crackdowns, Land Law protest

Gilgit-Baltistan faces a worsening political and human rights crisis, with activists accusing Pakistan of oppression and land seizures. Crackdowns on leaders and protests, especially led by women, have intensified. Locals fear the government will use force to suppress growing resistance against new land laws.

2025-06-05T05:33:17.042849+00:00 IST

Tajikistan FM Muhriddin visits India for key dialogue, talks

Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin of the Republic of Tajikistan arrived in India for an official visit. His trip includes attending the 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue and engaging in bilateral talks to strengthen ties between the two countries.

2025-06-05T05:26:41.421988+00:00 IST

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif now wants Trump to facilitate dialogue

Even as Bhutto and his copycat delegation try to make a pitch for peace, India's anti-terror stand has already been endorsed by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast.

2025-06-05T03:42:46.120577+00:00 IST

WUC marks Tiananmen, links to ongoing Uyghur repression in China

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) took to X to highlight the ongoing repression under the Chinese government and to pay tribute to the nonviolent pro-democracy demonstrators who were killed in 1989. The WUC connected the continuous violations of human rights in East Turkistan to the violent crackdown in Beijing, highlighting the profound resonance of Tiananmen's legacy for the Uyghur people.

2025-06-05T03:24:53.662574+00:00 IST

Tibet Information Office honors Tiananmen heroes

The Tibet Information Office demonstrated its solidarity with Chinese democrats by taking part in both in-person and virtual commemoration events organised across continents, as this year marks the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre and the 6th anniversary of the Hong Kong pro-democracy movement, according to the report by Central Tibetan Administration (CTA).

2025-06-05T03:23:37.331297+00:00 IST

India elected to UN's Economic and Social Council

Jaishankar expressed India's commitment to championing development issues and to keep working to strengthen the ECOSOC.

2025-06-05T01:19:32.870719+00:00 IST

"Everyone, whom we met, condemned terror attack in Pahalgam"

The delegation visited key global capitals during their visit as part of the Modi government's big diplomatic outreach following Operation Sindoor, which was launched by the Indian armed forces in response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack.

2025-06-04T22:49:55.688445+00:00 IST

India fostering linkages with Central Asian Countries

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will host the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan for the fourth meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue on June 6. India's historical and cultural linkages with the Central Asian Countries are being fostered with cooperation in a range of areas, including defence.

2025-06-04T19:44:47.626232+00:00 IST

Reason for India-Australia ‘Dosti’ is strong leadership: EAM

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the Deputy Prime Minister and the Defence Minister of Australia, Richard Marles on Wednesday. The two leaders participated in the celebration of the 5th anniversary of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership here in New Delhi.

2025-06-04T17:28:07.471908+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar to host Central Asian Foreign Ministers

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar will host the Foreign Ministers of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and the Republic of Uzbekistan for the 4th meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi on June 6, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), said in a statement on Wednesday.

2025-06-04T17:22:32.942045+00:00 IST

"Just a beginning": Supriya Sule hails Op Sindoor outreach

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MP Supriya Sule shared her observations from the Operation Sindoor global outreach program where the delegation led by her visited several countries across the world to convey India's stance against terrorism.

2025-06-04T15:49:45.944190+00:00 IST

Nepal’s apex court orders criminal investigation against Sapkota

Nepal's Supreme Court on Wednesday issued an order to initiate criminal investigation against former House Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota on a case relating to the crime committed during the Maoist insurgency war.

2025-06-04T15:26:11.933807+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Australian Dy PM Marles

"Glad to meet Deputy Prime Minister of Australia Richard Marles. Had a productive discussion on deepening the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which marks its fifth anniversary today. Our shared vision for a stable, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific continues to guide our collaboration," PM Modi stated in a post on X.

2025-06-04T13:41:20.694707+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh holds bilateral meeting with Australian counterpart

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles in New Delhi on Wednesday, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.

2025-06-04T13:40:17.876496+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Over 200 inmates flee Malir Jail in Karachi

Over 200 inmates escaped from Malir Jail in Karachi, Pakistan on Wednesday, with 111 still on the run. Authorities have arrested 27 more escapees, bringing the total number of recaptured prisoners to 105, with some returning voluntarily.

2025-06-04T12:10:29.597297+00:00 IST