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PoJK's forests fall prey to corruption and illegal logging
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) is facing a severe ecological crisis, driven largely by widespread deforestation. Local residents report that timber mafias, often operating with the complicity of government officials, are ravaging the region's forests.
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Sustainability, self-reliance emerge as top takeaways for MSMEs in Pune ed
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], November 25: The ET Make in India SME Regional Summit in Pune had a stellar start with a range of industry representatives, SME associations and small businesses who were a part of the event. These summits aim to unravel opportunities, tackle challenges and foster
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Dhruv Consultancy Services Limited Secures Major Consultancy Contract
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 25: Dhruv Consultancy Services Ltd. (BSE - 541302: NSE - DHRUV), one of the leading infrastructure consultancy companies in India, is pleased to announce that it has received approval for a Variation Proposal to provide consultancy services for a series
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Israeli strikes kill dozens in Lebanon, 29 dead in Beirut attack
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Dozens have been killed in Israeli strikes across Lebanon, with 29 confirmed deaths following an attack on a multi-story building in Beirut. The airstrikes, including "bunker-busting" bombs, have escalated tensions amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah, as civilian casualties continue to m
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Seven-day ceasefire reached between warring tribes in Kurram: Barrister Sa
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
A seven-day ceasefire has been agreed between two warring tribes in Kurram District following weeks of intense violence. The ceasefire is part of efforts by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government to mediate a settlement and address land disputes that have led to escalating violence and a signific
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International outcry grows over imprisoned Uyghur musician's health
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Yashar was convicted on 20 June 2024, for "promoting extremism" and "illegally possessing extremist materials" due to his music and possession of Uyghur-language books.
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EAM Jaishankar congratulates Dhananjay Ramful on appointment as Mauritius
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar congratulated Dhananjay Ramful on his appointment as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and International Trade of Mauritius.
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US adds 29 Chinese firms to Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity list
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
This brings the total number of entities on the list to 107, as part of the US government's efforts to combat forced labour in global supply chains, particularly in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) of China
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Uplifting Lives: 14,000 Impoverished Widows and Holy Men Receive Aid at Pr
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 23: Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat organized a grand distribution event, extending essential support to impoverished holy men and destitute widows of the Braj region.
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Seven Wagner mercenaries killed in Mali attack claimed by al Qaeda affilia
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
At least seven mercenaries from Russia's Wagner group were killed in an attack in central Mali, reportedly carried out by an al Qaeda affiliate in North Africa. The incident highlights the persistent dangers Wagner forces face in the region, following significant losses in a July battle with
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Railway Board introduces staggered work timings for officers, staff in Del
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
The Railway Board has announced staggered work timings for its employees in the Delhi-NCR region due to increased air pollution, following the Central Government's directive.
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"Europe important strategic region, Germany one of our most important part
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the significance of the India-Germany strategic partnership, which completed 25 years in 2024 and described Europe as a crucial strategic region for India in terms of trade and geopolitical ties. He called Germany as India's most important p
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