Authorities were responding to unrest in three prisons where inmates took dozens of guards and staff hostage in protest of restrictions on privileges for gang leaders, including Aldo Duppie, a powerful Barrio 18 figure.
This development comes amid ongoing protests in Iran over rising living costs, with authorities imposing internet restrictions. Trump had previously threatened to intervene but said on Wednesday that killings of protesters had stopped, and he'd "watch and see" about military action.
Within Pakistan, the state has mobilized anti-terror legislation, military trials, and expanded censorship to stifle criticism. Anti-terror laws have been used as tools against members of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, while online spaces face increasing surveillance and restri
The United States on Wednesday (local time) officially announced a pause in the issuance of immigrant visas to nationals of 75 countries, including Pakistan, citing concerns about the potential misuse of public welfare benefits.
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen stated the EU will swiftly propose more sanctions over Iran's protest crackdown. As unrest continues, Reza Pahlavi urged US action while Trump threatened tough measures. Iran has extended internet restrictions, and UN rights chief Volker Turk condemned violen
Iranian activist Masih Alinejad alleged mass killings during Iran protests and urged global action. The Times of Israel citing Reuters reported around 2,000 deaths. Iran has continued nationwide internet restrictions, citing security concerns. NetBlocks said 108 hours have passed since th
Around 2,000 people have been killed in protests against Iran's regime, The Times of Israel reported, citing Reuters, quoting an Iranian official who blamed "terrorists" for the deaths of civilians and security personnel.
The Supreme Court of India has made absolute its earlier interim stay on a Bombay High Court order that had expanded restrictions on the use of the "Kirloskar" trademark within the Kirloskar group, while requesting the High Court to decide the pending commercial appeal expeditiously.
Nepal's Foreign Ministry issued an advisory for Iran amid rising protests and violence, urging Nepalis to stay indoors and avoid travel. Iran warned the US, while authorities extended internet restrictions until security is restored. HRANA reported 646 deaths as protests entered the 16th day
A Select Committee stated that Pentagon-funded research led to collaborations with Chinese entities, some linked to defence organisations. In response, the Pentagon is tightening research security, conducting damage assessments, restricting funding to listed Chinese military companies, and i
New Delhi [India], January 12: India has taken a major step forward in the global artificial intelligence race with the official launch of Atomesus AI, a next-generation AI platform designed to make powerful AI tools available to everyone--without cost, limits, or restrictions.