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Nine US lawmakers urge War Department to list Chinese tech firms tied to P
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A group of nine legislators has addressed a letter to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, requesting the inclusion of several Chinese tech companies in a department-maintained list for allegedly supporting the military of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), as reported by The Epoch Times (TET).
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'Afghan allies matter': Bush Center criticises suspension of Afghan immigr
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The George W. Bush Presidential Centre has criticised America's decision to suspend the immigration of Afghans, saying that the action punishes allies who risked their lives supporting American forces over decades, Khaama Press reported on Sunday.
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65 Canadian MPs denounce CCP repression of Falun Gong worldwide
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Canadian lawmakers have urged Beijing to end repression of Falun Gong practitioners, condemning the CCP's persecution in China and abroad. A joint declaration backed by 65 parliamentarians highlights human rights abuses, transnational repression in Canada, and recent threats against Shen Yun
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Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed personally drives PM Modi to airport, bids farewel
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The warm send-off capped a high-profile visit during which Prime Minister Modi received an exceptional reception in Ethiopia, including what has been described as the longest standing ovation in the Ethiopian Parliament following his address. The Prime Minister's speech was punctuated by
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US lawmaker Raja Krishnamoorthi condemns anti-semitic and anti-Indian gra
Updated : 3 months ago IST
In a statement, Krishnamoorthi reacted to reports of hateful graffiti, including swastikas and slurs, discovered at the Bern Dibner Library in Brooklyn, part of New York University.
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Sindh sets up bipartisan assembly panel to reassess heavy traffic fines un
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Pakistan's provincial government has formed a cross-party committee to review high traffic fines under the e-ticketing system after public backlash. Lawmakers also discussed university transport shortages, illegal water connections, power raids and a court assault incident in the assembly.
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Latin America faces its most defining moment since Independence Wars, Says
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The mobilisation, reportedly involving units under the US "Department of War," has drawn criticism from political observers who accuse the American administration of shifting attention away from demands for transparency related to files connected to the late financier and convicted sex offen
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Trump risks becoming "the President who lost India," warns US lawmaker Kam
Updated : 3 months ago IST
US Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove warned that growing tariffs, visa hikes and political tensions are damaging India-US ties. She argued that President Donald Trump risks becoming "the president who lost India," citing stalled engagement, cancelled summits and declining trust between
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US engagement with Pakistan's military leadership is a challenge: Dhruva J
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Dhruva Jaishankar told US lawmakers that renewed American engagement with Pakistan's military poses challenges for India-US ties. His remarks came as Washington announced major investments in Pakistan, drew praise from Islamabad, and revived diplomatic and security concerns for India amid
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Pakistani lawmakers rally behind military, accuse PTI of “anti-state narra
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Pakistani political leaders from several parties defended the military and accused PTI of attacking state institutions. Government figures condemned Imran Khan's rhetoric as dangerous, while PTI said Imran has always defended national interests. The dispute followed sharp remarks from the
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US border czar Tom Homan defends Trump after president calls Somali commun
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
US border czar Tom Homan backed Donald Trump's plan to target Somali immigrants in Minnesota after Trump called the community "garbage." Homan defended the administration's deportation approach on CNN, while critics, including lawmakers, condemned Trump's remarks as racist and divisive amid
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Pakistan: Sindh Assembly clashes over transport woes, vows bus expansion
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Opposition lawmakers in the Sindh Assembly criticised worsening transport, garbage management and water shortages in Karachi and Hyderabad. The provincial government promised expanded bus services, stricter traffic laws and a new taxi scheme. Multiple call attention notices raised concerns o
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