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Doha talks focus on drug control, rehab, and livelihoods in Afghanistan
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
At the Doha meeting, 29 countries and organizations pledged support for Afghanistan's anti-drug efforts, addiction treatment, and alternative livelihoods. The Islamic Emirate called it a step toward global engagement, with experts urging investment and support to fight drug trafficking and h
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Surge in Afghan migrant deportations sparks warnings of humanitarian crisi
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Over 714,000 Afghan migrants returned from Iran in 2025, 70% forcibly deported, raising alarm among the UN and rights groups. Tolo News reports growing fears of a humanitarian crisis, especially as families and women are increasingly affected. Calls continue to halt forced deportations immed
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NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of two SC people beaten up in Odisha
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Commission has observed that the contents of the news report, if true, raise serious issues of violation of human rights.
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Drug addiction, unemployment behind rising youth suicides in Afghan provin
Updated : 9 months ago IST
Several young people in Afghanistan have recently died by suicide, with drug addiction, unemployment, and mental health struggles as key causes, TOLO News reported. Families and experts urge greater awareness and support, as 72 cases have already been recorded in Khost province alone in 2024
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Pakistan: Monsoon rains claim 14 lives, injures 43 in Punjab
Updated : 9 months ago IST
At least 14 people, including five children and three women, lost their lives while 43 others sustained injuries across Pakistan's Punjab due to rain-related incidents between June 25 and 28, Geo News reported.
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Pakistan: Karachi faces risk of urban flooding due to rains
Updated : 9 months ago IST
With monsoon torrents continuing in Karachi for the third consecutive day, Geo News reported that the accumulation of water in low-lying areas and the disruption of the routine life of residents.
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US tightens visa rules for Pakistani applicants
Updated : 9 months ago IST
The US consulates in Karachi and Lahore have instructed F, M, and J visa applicants to make their social media profiles public for enhanced vetting, ARY News reported. The move is part of stricter US immigration checks aimed at improving national security and detecting potential threats.
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UN: Afghans face highest global resettlement needs for 2026 as deportation
Updated : 9 months ago IST
UNHCR estimates that 2.5 million refugees will need resettlement in 2026, with Afghans as the largest group. Over 393,000 Afghan migrants were deported from Iran and Pakistan this year, TOLO News reported. Afghan citizens are urging better support and education to avoid forced migration.
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Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize for his role in Israel-Iran ceasefir
Updated : 9 months ago IST
Rep. Buddy Carter has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, crediting him with brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran and preventing nuclear escalation. Trump shared the news on Truth Social, and Fox News reports this is not his first nomination for the presti
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Iran busts alleged Mossad-linked drone factory in Tehran
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Iran claimed to have busted a Mossad-run drone factory in Tehran and arrested two suspects. Explosives, drone parts, and a vehicle were seized. The arrests follow Israeli airstrikes on Iran, prompting Iranian missile attacks on Israeli cities. ARY News reported rising tensions and ongoing re
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18 Pakistani pilgrims die during Hajj 2025: Ministry of Religious Affairs
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Ministry of Religious Affairs said that 18 Pakistani pilgrims lost their lives during the Hajj 2025 pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, ARY News reported
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55 Afghan evacuees reviewed by US, 9 still under scrutiny amid immigration
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
US authorities revealed that 46 of 55 Afghan evacuees once on a security watchlist have been cleared, with 9 still monitored. Protests erupted across the US over Donald Trump's visa ban, though Afghan SIVs remain exempt, TOLO News reported.
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