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Ireland raises alarm over China’s expanding influence
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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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 year.
Press freedom under threat in Balochistan: Report
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 added discrimination and barriers.
Erdogan slams Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as illegitimate
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 Middle East tensions into Africa.
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia’s family pay their last respects
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 her political legacy.
Sea of mourners gathers in Dhaka for Khaleda Zia’s funeral
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 political legacy.
Pak: PTI scraps parliamentary board for Islamabad local polls
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 under the Sunni Ittehad Council banner.
Khaleda Zia laid to rest as India joins Bangladesh in mourning
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 or paying tribute.
Pakistan faces urgent population challenge heading into 2026
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 maternal mortality and unmet family planning needs.
China continues ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan
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 a red line on Taiwan.
Former JCP chairman and veteran ideologue Tetsuzo Fuwa dies at 95
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.
PTI stages sit-in after Imran Khan’s family denied jail meeting
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.
China’s drills near Taiwan spark global alarm
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.
Taiwan detects 77 Chinese aircraft, 17 naval vessels around its t
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).
MoD inks INR 4,666 crore defence deals with Israel’s IWI for carb
"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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