The relics, enshrined at the National Museum in New Delhi, were taken to Thimphu on an Indian Air Force aircraft, accompanied by a high-level delegation led by Dr. Virendra Kumar, Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment.

2025-11-08T07:32:18.477501+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan faces imminent climate and economic breakdown as IFIs wa

According to Dawn, World Bank Country Director Bolormaa Amgabazar cautioned that Pakistan ranks among the most climate-threatened countries, facing rising pollution levels, recurring floods, and depleting natural resources.

2025-11-08T07:23:55.338614+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal PM calls on eligible voters to register for upcoming polls

Issuing a video statement, Karki emphasised that the foundation of a democratic society lies in citizens' awareness and responsible use of voting rights. Stating democracy is sustained by two essential tools - the conscience of citizens and the proper use of their voting identity cards.

2025-11-08T05:49:45.184194+00:00 IST

Indian Consulate in Seattle hosts Pre Event Briefing Session ahe

The roundtable featured presentations from leading tech CEOs from the Greater Seattle area, focusing on themes such as the application of artificial intelligence in Agri-Tech and the potential of data centres and digital infrastructure in India.

2025-11-08T05:35:57.760503+00:00 IST

Asia

Trump endorses candidate for Governor of Ohio Ramaswamy

Trump expressed strong confidence in Ramaswamy's ability to lead the state, describing him as a "special" candidate.

2025-11-08T04:00:17.415542+00:00 IST

Asia

NCP raises concern over law and order situation in Bangladesh

"If you look at the history of Bangladesh, political violence has been there. Political violence becomes more acute in the lead-up to the elections. A lot depends on how the government handle the law and order situation", said NCP leader.

2025-11-08T02:59:57.908804+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 18 Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels, 1 ship around itse

As per the MND, of the 18, 10 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, southwestern and eastern ADIZ.

2025-11-08T02:53:43.730695+00:00 IST

US to skip G20 Summit in South Africa, calls it "disgrace"

"Afrikaners (People who are descended from Dutch settlers, and also French and German immigrants) are being killed and slaughtered, and their land and farms are being illegally confiscated," Trump said in a Truth Social post.

2025-11-08T02:45:10.584967+00:00 IST

Asia

Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 strikes Afghanistan

As per the NCS, the earthquake struck at a depth of 180km.

2025-11-08T02:43:53.477543+00:00 IST

Trump administration directs visa officers to deny entry to immig

The directive, sent by the US State Department to embassies and consulates on Thursday and reviewed by KFF Health News, instructs officials to consider applicants ineligible if their health conditions or age could make them a potential "public charge", meaning someone who might rely on public benefits or become a financial burden on the US.

2025-11-08T02:12:36.743556+00:00 IST

Middle East

UAE expresses solidarity with Vietnam; conveys condolences over

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Vietnam over this tragedy.

2025-11-08T01:37:18.379124+00:00 IST

Middle East

Istanbul prosecutor issues arrest warrants against Netanyahu

The prosecutor's office has reportedly claimed that Israel of "systematically targets civilians in the Gaza Strip" amid its war against Hamas, which started after the terrorist group's 7 October 2023 atrocities against Israeli civilians.

2025-11-08T01:34:10.071494+00:00 IST

Others

India urges developed nations to act faster on emissions at COP30

Addressing the plenary in Belem, Ambassador Bhatia said the world must remember the "principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities," adopted at the 1992 Rio Summit, and ensure that global climate efforts remain rooted in fairness and shared accountability.

2025-11-08T01:31:30.985204+00:00 IST

Asia

Ex-CIA officer says US tipped off Pakistani general

Former CIA officer Richard Barlow has revealed that senior officials in the US State Department secretly tipped off the Pakistani government about an undercover American operation to arrest a retired Pakistani general involved in nuclear smuggling during the 1980s.

2025-11-08T01:10:35.726537+00:00 IST