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Taliban's ban on women's education is extremism, threatens Afghanistan's f
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett warned at the UNGA that the Taliban's ban on women's education is "extremism" threatening Afghanistan's stability and future. He urged credible reporting, stronger global action, and platforms for Afghans, stressing that without education the country ris
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US Defence Secretary summons 800 generals, admirals to unprecedented Virgi
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The directive calls for top officers to attend a Tuesday meeting at Marine Corps University in Quantico, Virginia, where Hegseth is expected to deliver a short address on military standards and "warrior ethos." Invitations were sent to all officers with the rank of brigadier general or rear
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ECI to deploy 470 Central Observers in Bihar Assembly polls, bye-elections
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Election Commission deploys Central Observers under the plenary powers conferred on it by Article 324 of the Constitution and the powers conferred by Section 20B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, to watch the conduct of elections in a constituency.
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US proposes 21-point plan to end war in Gaza, reports Israeli media
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The United States of America has proposed a 21-point plan towards ending the war in Gaza, which encourages Palestinians to remain in the Strip and provides for the creation of a pathway to a future Palestinian state, as reported by the Times of Israel which said that it had obtained a copy o
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BJP deploys "special 45" leaders for Bihar Assembly election battle
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
As the Bihar Assembly elections draw closer, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its preparations, unveiling a strong organisational strategy aimed at securing every seat. In a major move, the party has appointed 45 "special" leaders from different states to oversee election man
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"When peace is under threat from conflicts, UN remains gridlocked": Jaisha
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised concerns over rising global trade uncertainties, pointing to issues such as "tariff volatility and uncertain market access"--issues that have gained renewed attention amid recent tariff actions by the United States.
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"My children will do something...": 73 year-old deported Sikh woman shares
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Harjit Kaur, 73 73-year-old Sikh woman who had spent three decades in the United States, shared her ordeal after she was arrested by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and deported to India.
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"Law and order situation of the state is very good," says Tripura CM Manik
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday asserted that the law and order situation in the state is under control, particularly during the ongoing Durga Puja festivities, and expressed confidence that Tripura would emerge as a role model for other states in governance and development.
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Diaspora in US protests against Yunus over increase in minority atrocities
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Members of the Bangladeshi diaspora in the United States staged a protest outside the United Nations headquarters against Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, alleging an increase in atrocities against minorities in the country.
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At UNGA, Netanyahu calls Palestinian statehood "sheer madness," vows Israe
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu told the UNGA that granting Palestinians a state after October 7 would be like giving al-Qaeda one after 9/11. He rejected genocide charges, criticised Palestinian leadership, and said Israel's war would pave the way for regional peace and expanded Abraham Ac
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All India Pickleball Association to host historic 9th National Pickleball
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
For the first time since its inception, the national championship will be held in Jammu, underscoring the city's emergence as a hub for sports development and community engagement. AIPA, established in 2008, has tirelessly championed grassroots development, expanding the reach of pickleball
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"Democrats want to shut government down," says US President Trump on loomi
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump accused Democrats of pushing the government toward a shutdown, alleging they want to spend billions on illegal migrants.
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