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UKPNP accuses Pakistan of oppressing people in PoJK

On Kashmir Solidarity Day, UKPNP accused Pakistan of oppressing people in PoJK and PoGB while pretending to support Kashmiris. The party urged Pakistan to withdraw from both regions, restore rights, and called for international intervention.

2026-02-05T08:01:37.058302+00:00 IST

UK aviation regulator seeks explanation from Air India over Boeing 787 fuel switch incident

UK aviation authorities have sought an explanation from Air India after a Boeing 787 flew from London despite a reported fuel switch issue. The aircraft was later grounded in India. Air India completed fleet checks, while regulators and pilot bodies called for further investigation.

2026-02-05T05:01:50.509185+00:00 IST

Starmer releases Mandelson files after rebel pressure

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has agreed to allow full scrutiny of documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as the UK ambassador to the United States, following mounting pressure from rebel MPs within his own Labour Party, Politico reported.

2026-02-04T21:13:06.685422+00:00 IST

Pakistan: UN experts alarmed by conviction of Imaan Mazari-Hazir

UN experts on Wednesday expressed alarm at the conviction of lawyers and human rights defenders Imaan Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha on multiple criminal charges, which resulted in lengthy prison sentences, for simply exercising rights guaranteed by international human rights law as per a statement by the Special Procedures United Nations Human Rights Council.

2026-02-04T17:51:43.007786+00:00 IST

Kashmir Solidarity Day a “cover-up for atrocities in PoJK,” says

Every year on February 5, Pakistan observes what it calls Kashmir Solidarity Day. Officially, it claims to stand for the rights of Kashmiris, but in reality, the day is about state-sponsored propaganda, designed to distract from Pakistan's own human rights record both in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and across regions under its control.

2026-02-04T08:31:01.020337+00:00 IST

Baloch leader alleges shifting narratives by Pak to counter indep

In a post shared on social media, as cited by Marri's post, he claimed that Pakistan initially attempted to portray the Baloch struggle as a communist-backed movement allegedly supported by the Soviet Union.

2026-02-04T07:43:43.696661+00:00 IST

Baloch activist challenges Pakistan’s claims of success

A leading Baloch activist has challenged Pakistan's assertions of operational success in Balochistan, saying the state is masking an ongoing conflict and targeting civilians instead of addressing political grievances. Hakeem Baloch, Focal Person of the Baloch National Movement's Foreign Department, dismissed Islamabad's claim of killing over 140 militants in recent coordinated operations. He said the Pakistani government has failed to quell the conflict or address what it labels a "low-level insurgency."

2026-02-03T14:59:29.672659+00:00 IST

JSFM condemns disappearance of family members of Baloch leader

The Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) has strongly condemned the reported enforced disappearance of Muhammad Bakhsh Sajidi, father of Dr Naseem Baloch, chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), along with his uncles, Naeem Sajidi and Rafeeq Baloch.

2026-02-03T11:23:16.544739+00:00 IST

BASC Condemned Balochistan CM’s threats of collective punishment

The Baloch Advocacy and Studies Center (BASC) expressed grave concern over public threats made by the Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfraz Bugti, warning of collective punishment against the family members of individuals accused of involvement in the Baloch armed resistance.

2026-02-03T08:21:31.549288+00:00 IST

Iran’s exiled crown prince calls Feb 14 ‘Global Day of Action’

Exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi called for global protests against Iran's regime on February 14 as unrest continues at home. Amid rising tensions and US warnings, Tehran signalled openness to reviving nuclear talks through regional mediation.

2026-02-03T06:39:16.510021+00:00 IST

PoJK activist Amjad Ayub Mirza condemns Muzaffarabad rally

Political activist Amjad Ayub Mirza criticised a Muzaffarabad rally demanding Yasin Malik's release, saying it blurred civil rights activism with militancy. He warned that linking governance protests with militant narratives undermines genuine reform efforts and harms Kashmiris.

2026-02-02T08:23:19.875995+00:00 IST

Ukraine: 15 killed as Russian drone hits miners’ bus in Pavlohra

The attack targeted a company bus near the DTEK coal facility, following which Maxim Timchenko, CEO of DTEK, described the incident as "an unprovoked terrorist attack on a purely civilian target".

2026-02-02T00:30:04.620577+00:00 IST

Pope Leo XIV calls for dialogue between US, Cuba

Speaking at the Angelus on Sunday, the Pope expressed "great concern" over the situation.

2026-02-01T15:28:58.200159+00:00 IST

UN warns of “imminent financial collapse”

The warning comes as the world body ended 2025 with record levels of unpaid dues and dwindling cash reserves. In a letter dated January 28 to ambassadors from all 193 member states, Guterres highlighted that the UN could run out of regular budget funds by July 2026 if current trends continue.

2026-02-01T07:06:56.087309+00:00 IST

Putin calls UAE a key trade partner in Arab world

President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, arrived in Russia on an official visit on Friday. A formal welcoming ceremony was held in St. George Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, where he was received by President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin. The development was shared on the official website of the Russian President and reported by TV BRICS.

2026-01-30T11:19:47.007323+00:00 IST

EU criticises Pakistan over conviction of human rights lawyers

On Thursday, the European Union censured Pakistan following the conviction of human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha. The EU said the verdict contradicts the democratic principles Pakistan has pledged to uphold at the international level. Mazari and her husband Chattha were detained last Friday while en route to attend a court hearing. They were later placed in two weeks of judicial remand after being booked under Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA).

2026-01-30T08:23:09.020387+00:00 IST

EU designates Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist group amid protests crackdown

EU foreign ministers designated Iran's IRGC as a terrorist organisation, citing violent crackdowns and security concerns. Israel welcomed the move, while Iran called it a strategic mistake. The decision eases legal action against IRGC members and comes alongside new EU sanctions over human rights abuses and Iran's missile and drone programmes.

2026-01-29T23:49:08.884780+00:00 IST

French Minister Delegate for AI, Digital Affairs joins RDay

The Embassy of India in Paris organised a reception on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day. The celebration brought together high-ranking French officials, ambassadors, members of the Indian community, and numerous friends of India. Minister Anne Le Henanff was the guest of honour for the event.

2026-01-29T10:58:27.030497+00:00 IST

France opts to designate Iran’s IRGC as terrorist group

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that France would join its European partners in backing the IRGC's inclusion on the EU's list of terrorist entities. "France will support the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on the European list of terrorist organizations," he wrote, adding that the regime must "immediately release prisoners, put an end to executions, lift the digital blockade, and allow the United Nations Human Rights Council's fact-finding mission to investigate the crimes committed in Iran."

2026-01-29T08:37:14.287119+00:00 IST

"Will strengthen ties," Finland President lauds India-EU FTA

In a post on X, he said, "Thank you very much, Prime Minister. This agreement will further strengthen our economic and political ties with India."

2026-01-28T17:23:05.667906+00:00 IST

Finland President hails historic EU–India FTA

Finnish President Alexander Stubb welcomed the EU-India Free Trade Agreement as historic. India and the EU concluded the long-pending pact, cutting tariffs on most goods. Leaders called it a major boost to trade and ties, with PM Modi urging businesses to deepen cooperation.

2026-01-27T22:41:30.190572+00:00 IST