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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 15:30 IST

Ireland raises alarm over China's expanding influence in universities

Ireland's security establishment has issued a rare and pointed warning over the potential risks posed by academic and research engagement with China, signalling growing unease about foreign influence within the country's higher education sector. Irish Military Intelligence has quietly briefed senior university officials about the dangers associated with research collaborations that could compromise national security, as reported by Phayul.

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 15:14 IST

Bangladesh bids farewell to former PM Khaleda Zia as leaders pay the

Bangladesh held the Namaz-e-Janaza of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia in Dhaka, with large public turnout and regional leaders in attendance. India and other South Asian countries sent senior representatives as the nation observed mourning and paid final respects.<

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:49 IST

Pak: Rawalpindi authorities fail to curb pollution from non-complian

Authorities in Rawalpindi have failed to stop pollution from brick kilns operating without mandatory zig-zag technology, particularly in Gujar Khan. Residents report health risks and weak enforcement, while kiln owners cite high costs. Citizens and legal experts have de

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:34 IST

EAM Jaishankar hands over PM Modi's letter to BNP Acting Chairman Ta

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka and conveyed India's condolences on former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia's death. As tributes poured in, her last rites were arranged with state honours, drawing regional

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 14:01 IST

Pakistan traders threaten countrywide shutdown over mandatory billin

Pakistani traders have warned of a nationwide shutdown on January 16 if the government does not withdraw mandatory POS machine installation. Protesting in Islamabad, they accused tax authorities of harassing small businesses and demanded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 13:34 IST

EAM Jaishankar conveys India's condolences on former Bangladesh PM K

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conveyed India's condolences during his visit to Dhaka as Bangladesh mourns former prime minister Khaleda Zia. Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah said Jaishankar also recognised her contribution to democracy and expre

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:58 IST

From bonhomie to brinkmanship: India-US relations face test in Trump

India-US relations in 2025 were marked by mixed signals, with public warmth between leaders overshadowed by rising trade disputes, tariff hikes, and disagreements over mediation claims, even as both sides continued strategic engagement and described the partnership a

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:36 IST

Pakistan: Open manholes expose deadly civic failure in Karachi

An eight-year-old boy died after falling into an uncovered manhole in Karachi's Mehran Town, sparking public anger over civic negligence. Residents say repeated complaints were ignored, and the tragedy adds to at least 27 similar deaths reported across the city this yea

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 12:09 IST

Press freedom under siege in Balochistan as journalists face mountin

A Freedom Network report warns that journalism in Balochistan is in crisis due to intimidation, censorship and poor infrastructure. Journalists face pressure from multiple actors, limited internet access and shrinking media outlets, while women journalists encounter add

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:55 IST

Turkish President Erdogan slams Israel's recognition of Somaliland a

Turkish President Erdogan condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as "illegitimate and unacceptable", warning it could destabilise the Horn of Africa. Somalia also criticised the move as illegal, while analysts said it threatens regional stability and could spread

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 11:29 IST

Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's family pay their last respects to

Bangladesh is observing a public holiday and three days of state mourning as former prime minister Khaleda Zia is laid to rest in Dhaka. Thousands gathered for her funeral prayers, attended by national leaders and foreign dignitaries, marking widespread tributes to h

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 10:50 IST

Sea of mourners gather in Dhaka as Bangladesh bids farewell to forme

Bangladesh observed a public holiday and began three days of state mourning as crowds gathered in Dhaka for former prime minister Khaleda Zia's funeral. She will be buried with full state honours, with India and other countries joining in paying tributes to her politica

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 10:37 IST

Pakistan: PTI withdraws parliamentary board for Islamabad local poll

PTI withdrew its notification forming a parliamentary board for Islamabad local elections after admitting it violated the party constitution. The decision followed objections from the regional president. PTI candidates have filed nominations and will contest the polls u

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 09:50 IST

Khaleda Zia to be laid to rest with state honours as India joins Ban

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia will be buried today in Dhaka with full state honours. The government has declared national mourning and a public holiday, while leaders worldwide, including India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, are attending o

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 09:16 IST

Pakistan faces urgent population challenge as it heads into 2026: UN

UNFPA warned that Pakistan's growing population, gender inequality and climate risks require urgent policy changes. The agency urged reforms in planning and financing to reward progress in health, education and equality, while addressing persistent challenges like mater

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 08:51 IST

China continues 'Justice Mission 2025' drills around Taiwan, showcas

China continued its "Justice Mission 2025" military drills around Taiwan, involving naval, air and ground forces. The exercises included simulated strikes, landing operations and live-fire drills, which Beijing said were meant to deter separatist forces and reinforce

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 08:32 IST

Japan: Former JCP chairman and veteran ideologue Tetsuzo Fuwa dies a

Tetsuzo Fuwa, former chairman of the Japanese Communist Party and a key party ideologue, died aged 95. A long-serving lawmaker, he helped reshape the JCP into a more pragmatic force and remained active in party affairs until recent years.

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 08:31 IST

PTI leaders and Imran Khan's sisters denied meeting with him again,

PTI leaders and Imran Khan's sisters were again denied a meeting with him at Adiala Jail despite a court order, prompting a sit-in near the prison as party leaders accused authorities of violations and continued to press for access.

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 07:53 IST

China's drills around Taiwan prompt global alarm, lawmakers urge swi

China held a second day of military drills with live-fire exercises around Taiwan, prompting lawmakers from the US, Germany and other democracies to warn of rising tensions and urge urgent support for Taiwan amid concerns over regional stability.

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 07:16 IST

Taiwan detects 77 Chinese aircraft, 17 naval vessels around its terr

In a post on X, the MND said that 35 of the 77 aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered Taiwan's northern, central and southwestern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ).

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Updated: Dec 31, 2025 07:02 IST

MoD inks INR 4,666 crore defence deals with Israel's IWI for carbine

"IWI (Israel Weapon Industries), an SK Group company, is proud that its Indian subsidiary, PLR, has been selected by the Indian Ministry of Defence for the procurement of 170,000 carbines, based on the GALIL ACE CQB," the company said in a statement.

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