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9 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf lawmakers de-notified over May 9 case convictio
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a significant setback for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party founded by Imran Khan, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has de-notified nine PTI lawmakers, including prominent leaders such as Senator Shibli Faraz and Omar Ayub Khan
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Cross-party US lawmakers launch Uyghur Genocide Accountability Act against
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a bipartisan push to hold the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) accountable for its ongoing human rights atrocities, Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ), Chair and Co-Chair of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), have introduced the Uyghur Geno
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Pakistan: Imran Khan-led party's worker sentenced to life in May 9 riot ca
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court sentenced PTI worker Muhammad Ismail to life for the May 9 riots in Mianwali and declared 50 others, including senior leaders, as fugitives. Another court also issued arrest warrants for 18 PTI leaders over a 2024 protest, warning of action against absconders
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Balochistan grapples with deadly mine accidents and surge in poppy cultiva
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Balochistan faces deadly coal mine accidents and rising poppy cultivation, raising concerns among residents and lawmakers. Officials warn that the spread of poppy farming threatens youth and society, calling for urgent action to prevent a worsening drug crisis.
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El Salvador lawmakers greenlight indefinite reelection, extend presidentia
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
El Salvador's ruling party approved constitutional changes allowing indefinite presidential reelection and extending terms to six years. Critics warned it weakens democracy, while supporters claimed it empowers voters. The move could let President Bukele seek a longer term earlier, despite p
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Pakistan EC disqualifies 3 Tehreek-e-Insaf lawmakers after May 9 riot conv
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially disqualified three Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers, including Senator of Punjab province Ejaz Chaudhry, following their convictions by an anti-terrorism court related to the May 9 riot case, The Express Tribune reported. Read More
Taiwan's MAC rebukes China over comments on Taiwan recall vote
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) strongly condemned China's Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) for making politically charged statements about Taiwan's ruling party following the failure of recent recall votes targeting 24 opposition lawmakers, Taipei Times reported.
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Trump calls Epstein file scrutiny a "con job", blames Democrats
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
US President Trump dismissed the controversy over the Epstein files as a "Democrat con job" and urged for grand jury documents to be unsealed. A judge rejected the DOJ's request. Polls show public dissatisfaction, and lawmakers from both parties are pushing for more transparency, The Hill
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Imran Khan urges PTI unity ahead of August 5 protest, warns against infigh
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Jailed PTI founder Imran Khan urged party unity ahead of an August 5 protest marking his incarceration anniversary. Criticising weak momentum and internal rifts, he warned of expulsions. He also condemned judicial bias and poor prison conditions. His sons raised health concerns in meetings w
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Trump briefed on Epstein files; White House says no evidence of wrongdoing
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Attorney General Pam Bondi told Donald Trump in May that his name appeared in the Justice Department's Epstein case files, CNN reported. Officials said no wrongdoing was found. The files included unverified claims, and Trump later denied knowing he was named. Lawmakers now demand full releas
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US judge orders Trump administration to restore funding database after law
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A US judge ruled the Trump administration broke the law by removing a website showing federal fund distribution. He ordered it restored, rejecting claims of national security risks. The site's removal violated laws on transparency, according to watchdog groups and lawmakers, The Hill reporte
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US lawmakers introduce bill to cut DC's Sister City ties with Beijing over
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
"The United States must remain vigilant and proactive in countering authoritarian influence, especially when it targets the heart of American democracy," the SCCCP said
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