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France and Canada open consulates in Greenland as geopolitical tensions ri
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The semi-autonomous Danish region has become a focal point of global diplomatic activity after renewed pressure from US President Donald Trump, who has asserted that "we need Greenland for national security reasons."
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UKPNP leader raises alarm over alleged military takeover of Kotli Civil Av
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Maqsood alleged that walls are being erected around the ground, indicating a gradual takeover by the Pakistani military. Drawing a historical parallel, he said, occupying forces often justify such actions in the name of public welfare and development, while dissenting voices are either silen
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Australian Parliamentary Group reviews Tibet Action Plans, reiterates supp
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The meeting was chaired by Co-chair of the Australian All-Party Parliamentary Group for Tibet, Susan Templeman MP, and was attended by other members of the group, including Senator Dean Smith, Senator Barbara Pocock, Senator Deborah O'Neill, Dr Sophie Scamps MP, David Smith MP and Kate Chane
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Bangladesh faces rise in Islamist politics after uprising, says report
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A sharp rise in Islamist politics following the July 2024 uprising in Bangladesh could have widespread negative consequences, particularly for women, according to a new research report released in Dhaka on Sunday.
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Baloch leader urges Norway to question Pakistan officials over rights abus
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Baloch National Movement (BNM) Chairman Naseem Baluch has raised serious concerns over the proposed visit of Pakistan's former caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar and Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti to Oslo, Norway, scheduled from February 15 to 17.
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Delhi HC grants interim relief to Vivek Oberoi, orders takedown of deepfak
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The Delhi High Court has granted interim protection to actor and businessman Vivek Anand Oberoi in a commercial suit alleging widespread misuse of his personality and publicity rights through fake social media accounts, unauthorised merchandise, and AI-generated content.
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WUC flags China's transnational repression, surveillance risks and Uyghur
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The briefing documents practices such as unlawful deportations, misuse of INTERPOL Red Notices, passport restrictions, digital surveillance, and coercion through family members in East Turkistan to intimidate activists and force returns. WUC warned that Uyghurs in exile face a heightened ris
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Arvind Dharmapuri submits complaint against Telangana CM over "insensitive
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In his complaint, Dharmapuri expressed deep concern about the remarks reported during a public speech on February 6 in Nizamabad. He stated that the use of a serious congenital medical condition in political comparison is deeply insensitive and undermines the dignity of individuals who ha
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China tightens curbs on Tibetan religious life, bars children under 18 fro
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Notices stating "Children under 18 are not allowed in the monastery" were reportedly posted at the monastery entrance in Kham, indicating stricter enforcement of long-standing regulations restricting minors' involvement in religious life, according to Phayul.
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Former Bangladesh minister Ramesh Chandra Sen dies in custody, raising cus
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His death, coming just days before the nation's scheduled general election on February 12, 2026, has intensified scrutiny of the treatment of detained politicians and accusations of custodial neglect.
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Merck Foundation Marks International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Geni
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Abuja [Nigeria]/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 7: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, together with African First Ladies, marks the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation 2026 through their "More Than a Mother" and "Educating Lin
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Kuki Women's Human Rights Organisation protests against Kuki-Zo MLAs joini
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The Kuki Women's Human Rights Organisation held a protest in Churachandpur on Friday against Kuki-Zo MLAs' participation in the formation of the Manipur Government.
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