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US Congress passes bill to reduce Chinese influence on its campuses
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The US House of Representatives passed the bill 'DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act' to reduce Chinese influence in American universities on September 10.
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US roll outs new export controls to restrict China's chip industry
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The US Department of Commerce said on Thursday that the export restrictions followed consultation with international partners and would strengthen relations with "like-minded countries."
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Islamabad hotels, restaurants shut down ahead of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Police in Islamabad have tightened security measures ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally in Sangjani on Sunday, imposing restrictions on hotels from providing accommodation till September 9.
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Baloch rights organisation raises concern over restrictions on freedom of
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
According to the PAANK statement, "The restriction not only limits the economic, social, and political activities of the residents but also exacerbates the already tense situation in Balochistan, where communities are advocating for their rights amidst reports of enforced disappearances,
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Ethanol production to normalise soon as restrictions on molasses, sugarcan
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
On Thursday, the food department lifted the previously imposed restriction on ethanol production from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup, B-Heavy molasses, and C-Heavy molasses. These restrictions were imposed in December 2023, purportedly given rising sugar prices before the Lok Sabha election. E
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Pakistan: Quetta Press Club faces new restrictions amidst press freedom co
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
In what is being seen as a move to further restrict freedom of speech, the Quetta Press Club in Pakistan has been directed not to host any seminars or conferences without obtaining a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the district administration, The News International reported.
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Fundamental right of liberty superior to statutory restrictions: SC propou
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The Supreme Court has propounded that the fundamental right of liberty provided under Article 21 of the Constitution is superior to the statutory restrictions and reiterated that the prolonged incarceration before being pronounced guilty of an offence should not be permitted to become pun
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Frequent leaks and lack of transparency tarnish Japan's reputation as Fuku
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
One year into Japan's controversial release of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from Fukushima Daiichi, around 60,000 tons have been discharged as part of a 30-year plan. The process has damaged TEPCO's and the Japanese government's reputations due to frequent leaks and lack of transparency,
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UN expresses concern on morality law, says "Distressing vision for Afghani
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
In a statement released on Sunday, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said, "UNAMA is concerned by the promulgation by Afghanistan's de facto authorities of a morality law which imposes wide-ranging and far-reaching restrictions on personal conduct and provides mora
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Taliban imposes new restrictions on women, bans public speaking
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The Taliban has enacted stringent new laws in Afghanistan, significantly restricting women's public lives. Under these laws, women must cover their entire bodies, including their faces, and are banned from singing, reciting, or reading aloud in public. They are also prohibited from looking a
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China's extreme restrictions on freedom of movement affecting ethnic Tibet
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
China's extreme restrictions on freedom of movement are disproportionately affecting ethnic Tibetans. Obstacles including troop deployments, checkpoints, roadblocks, required bureaucratic approvals and passport restrictions impede freedom of movement both within Tibetan areas and between
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BSNL to launch 4G, 5G-compatible universal SIM platform with no geographic
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) will soon roll out the 4G and 5G-ready SIM platform, highlighted the Department of Telecommunications on Saturday.
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