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Tarique Rahman not connected to grassroots politics: Veena Sikri

Former diplomat Veena Sikri noted Tarique Rahman's return after 17 years may limit his grasp of ground realities, citing his lack of grassroots connection and inability to fully understand public anger and ongoing atrocities against minority communities in Bangladesh.

2025-12-26T11:43:27.698618+00:00 IST

Taiwan cabinet approves bill requiring lawmakers to seek approval

The Executive Yuan has approved modifications to the Act Governing Relations Between the People of the Taiwan Area and the Mainland Area, which mandates that legislators seek prior authorisation before travelling to China, as reported by the Taipei Times.

2025-12-26T11:41:22.226685+00:00 IST

“Huge surge in popularity for BNP,” says ex-envoy Veena Sikri

Former diplomat Veena Sikri stated BNP leader Tarique Rahman's return to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile could reshape the political landscape, boost BNP's popularity, and influence opposition dynamics ahead of the 2026 elections following his legal clearance and public homecoming.

2025-12-26T11:33:46.020764+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy says "a lot can be decided" before New Year

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated that he expects to meet US President Donald Trump soon, with key decisions possible before the New Year. Talks focus on ending the war, security guarantees, and unresolved issues including territory and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.

2025-12-26T10:50:47.337514+00:00 IST

PTI to launch “full force” street movement: KP CM Afridi

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said PTI would launch a street movement on Imran Khan's directions, opposed a proposed military operation in Tirah, accused authorities of sidelining the province, and reiterated demands for promised development funds for merged tribal districts.

2025-12-26T09:46:07.966139+00:00 IST

Post-strike congestion at Karachi port drives up freight costs

The flow of import and export containers at various terminals in Karachi Port has not returned to its usual state, even after a week following the conclusion of the goods transporters' 10-day strike, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2025-12-26T09:09:51.708770+00:00 IST

Journalist cites rising anti-Indian sentiment after Canada

Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman on Friday highlighted concerns over a growing culture of anti-Indian sentiment in the country following the deaths of two Indian students in Canada within a span of one week.

2025-12-26T09:07:29.116485+00:00 IST

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US raids cargo ship travelling from China to Iran

Unnamed officials told the newspaper that US military personnel boarded the ship several hundred miles from Sri Lanka, according to the report on Friday. It was the first time in several years US forces had intercepted cargo travelling from China to Iran, according to the newspaper, as quoted by Al Jazeera.

2025-12-13T11:44:11.133259+00:00 IST

"No big deal": Trump plays down after photo surfaces with Epstein

Upon being asked by the media about the newly released images by the Oversight Committee that featured Trump, Bill Clinton and Steve Bannon, the US President said, "I haven't seen them, but I mean, everybody knew this man. He was all over Palm Beach."

2025-12-13T05:20:55.737776+00:00 IST

US House moves to end Trump’s tariffs on India

Three members of the US House of Representatives on Friday (local time) introduced a resolution aimed at terminating President Donald Trump's national emergency declaration that imposed tariffs of up to 50 per cent on imports from India, calling the measures "illegal" and harmful to American workers, consumers, and bilateral ties.

2025-12-12T23:18:10.000007+00:00 IST

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"We need no lessons from a terror sponsor": India slams Pakistan

He accused Pakistan of sponsoring terror, manipulating international forums like the OIC, and propagating falsehoods. Tyagi stated India needs no advice from a state supporting terrorist networks.

2025-09-11T11:52:06.518477+00:00 IST

UK fires Mandelson as ambassador to US over links to Epstein

The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has fired Peter Mandelson from his role as ambassador to the United States after his connections to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein came under renewed scrutiny.

2025-09-11T11:02:18.191241+00:00 IST

French President Macron meets Qatari Emir

Macron said he conveyed France's position directly to Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani during their meeting.

2025-09-10T22:28:47.856943+00:00 IST

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Surya presented facts about Pakistan in his remarks.

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya presented facts about acts of terrors by Pakistan in his remarks to the speaker of the National Assembly of Guyana on Monday (local time).

2025-05-27T01:18:17.000519+00:00 IST

“India and Congo always stood together in hours of grief”:Ahluwal

BJP leader SS Ahluwalia, part of the all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, said that India and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have always supported each other in difficult times and will continue to do so in the future.

2025-05-27T01:07:16.293316+00:00 IST

Guyana: All-party delegation interacts with business community

The all-party delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor interacted with prominent members of the business community in Guyana.

2025-05-26T23:50:35.775549+00:00 IST

Asia

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"ICCA is substantial industry that supports the growth of India"

Speaking to ANI on the 41st ICCA (International Corrugated Case Association), Despotou said that India's vibrancy supports the potential of the industry.

2026-02-17T00:01:32.935529+00:00 IST

"Joint efforts are key to safe Indo-Pacific," US Envoy says

The delegation was comprehensively briefed on the Western Front perspective, including operational preparedness, distinguished legacy, execution of Operation Sindoor and the pivotal role being played by the Indian Army in nation-building and strengthening regional stability.

2026-02-16T23:36:42.592037+00:00 IST

6/24 partial vision in Imran Khan's right eye unaided: Report

Former Pakistan Prime Minister and PTI founder Imran Khan was examined by a team of doctors at Rawalpindi's Adiala jail, and the report highlighted a 6/24 partial vision in the right eye and 6/9 in the left eye unaided, Dawn reported.

2026-02-16T23:31:08.895311+00:00 IST

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"India and Israel have to work together to eliminate terrorism"

Speaking at the India-Israel Business Summit in Tel Aviv, Goyal opened his address by acknowledging the recent challenges faced by Israelis, referring to the October 7 Hamas attack and hostilities that followed it. "The last two years have been difficult for our brothers and sisters in Israel. You all have shown tremendous resilience in the face of adversity, and I commend you for that. I truly admire your ability to withstand difficulties," he said.

2025-11-21T04:14:50.870493+00:00 IST

Interacted with prominent members of Indian diamond merchant community in Israel, says Piyush Goyal

Goyal appreciated their role in strengthening India-Israel commercial ties.

2025-11-20T19:21:06.735062+00:00 IST

"India is scaling so rapidly, 'Make in India' one of smartest con

"India and Israel share similar thinking. We are grateful for this friendship. India continues to rise amidst challenges. The reasons why India should be a compelling investment destination for the world. 10 Ds define India's growth story and commitment to the future. Confident that the speed, scale, skill, and talent that India offers provide huge opportunities on both sides," Goyal said.

2025-11-20T18:46:56.183779+00:00 IST

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Asia

BSO Azad alleges enforced disappearances of Baloch women

The Baloch Students Organisation (BSO) Azad has alleged that the enforced disappearance of Baloch women by Pakistani security agencies represents what it termed the "worst form of Baloch genocide", expressing concern over what it described as the continued silence of international human rights organisations.

2025-12-26T08:25:19.140203+00:00 IST

Asia

Bangladesh: Hindu Mahajot visits lynching victim’s family

A delegation of the Bangladesh National Hindu Mahajot, led by its General Secretary of the Central Executive Committee, Mrityunjoy Kumar Roy, visited the home of the Hindu Youth, Dipu Chandra Das, who was lynched by a mob on December 18, in Bangladesh's Mymensingh district.

2025-12-26T08:16:22.422974+00:00 IST

Asia

Ex-MoS slams Bangladesh regime over lynching, anti-Hindu violence

Former Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar on Friday strongly criticised the interim government in Bangladesh, accusing it of abetting "hatred of Hindus as an ideology" through appeasement of extremist forces amid a series of lynchings and attacks on minorities in the country.

2025-12-26T08:06:14.774401+00:00 IST

Asia

84% of Peshawar’s water supply contaminated, experts warn of poli

Tests have revealed that 84 per cent of Peshawar's water supply is contaminated, as the city faces a worsening crisis in water and sanitation, prompting experts to warn that this situation is contributing to the spread of polio and other waterborne illnesses throughout the provincial capital, according to a report by The Express Tribune.

2025-12-26T07:13:34.947196+00:00 IST

Asia

BLF claims attack on Pakistani forces in Kolwah

The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) has taken responsibility for an attack on Pakistani military forces in the Kolwah region and announced the execution of a person it accused of being an army informant, as stated by the group's spokesperson in a report from The Balochistan Post (TBP).

2025-12-26T07:07:21.145912+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: Punjab's education sector marred by turmoil, setbacks in '25

The outgoing year 2025 has been described as one of the most challenging periods for the education sector in Pakistan's Punjab province, with teachers' bodies and educationists claiming that the public education system remained largely paralysed amid protests, privatisation and policy uncertainty, The Express Tribune reported.

2025-12-26T06:55:49.244442+00:00 IST

Asia

Japan Cabinet approves record JPY 122.31 trillion budget

Japan's Cabinet on Friday approved a record initial budget of JPY 122.31 trillion (approximately USD 783 billion) for fiscal 2026, underscoring the newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's expansionary fiscal approach aimed at stimulating economic growth and strengthening defence capabilities, despite mounting concerns over the country's fragile public finances, Kyodo News reported.

2025-12-26T06:13:05.951488+00:00 IST

Asia

Ex-diplomat on Tarique Rahman's return to Bangladesh

Das expects that Rahman's return will bring stability and consolidate centrist forces amidst rising right-wing concerns in Bangladesh.

2025-12-26T06:11:53.633315+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s nuclear proliferation raised US, Russia fears

Conversations between former US President George W Bush and Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed deep concerns over Pakistan's nuclear proliferation activities, with both leaders expressing that the situation made them "nervous", particularly regarding links to Iran's nuclear programme and the AQ Khan network.

2025-12-26T05:22:10.490360+00:00 IST

Trump slams Democrats over Epstein files in Christmas post

In his message posted on Truth Social, Trump, describing them as "Sleazebags", accused the Democrats and sections of the media of hypocrisy and alleged that several political figures who once associated with Epstein later "dropped him like a dog" when controversy surrounding him intensified, while blaming him.

2025-12-26T04:35:12.035290+00:00 IST

Asia

Bangladesh: NCP eyes electoral alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami

The political landscape in Bangladesh has been witnessing some significant moments in the country ahead of the national parliamentary polls in February 2026 and with the current shifts in the country's political trajectory, the student-led National Citizen Party (NCP), formed in the aftermath of the 'July Uprising', is currently moving towards creating an electoral alliance with the radical Islamist party, Jamaat-e-Islami, Prothom Alo reported.

2025-12-26T03:46:56.122566+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa hospitals overwhelmed due to flu

Hospitals across Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province are facing immense pressure due to a sharp rise in seasonal influenza cases, with paediatric and chest wards operating beyond capacity, health officials said, The Express Tribune reported.

2025-12-26T03:16:53.068692+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects two Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected two sorties of Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels and two Chinese balloons around the country as of 6 am (local time) on Friday.

2025-12-26T01:36:29.433242+00:00 IST

US imposes visa bans on ex-EU commissioner, four others

The United States has imposed visa bans on a former European Union Commissioner, Thierry Breton, and four other Europeans, accusing them of "organised efforts" to suppress "American viewpoints," Al Jazeera reported.

2025-12-26T01:18:21.075036+00:00 IST