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Direct attack on cultural freedom in Bangladesh: Rights body on suspension of film screening

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:15 PM

Paris, June 4 (IANS) A leading international human rights organisation strongly condemned the suspension of the scheduled screening of a film in the Brahmanbaria district of Bangladesh by the authorities under alleged fundamentalist pressure, warning that the move sets a deeply troubling and dangerous precedent for the country’s cultural sphere.

People in Karachi protest over delayed justice for Gul Plaza fire victims

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:52 PM

Islamabad, June 4 (IANS) The Human Rights Council (HRC) of Pakistan staged a protest outside the Karachi Press Club demanding justice for the victims and the 84 affected families of the Gul Plaza fire tragedy.

Bangladesh: Another Awami League leader sent to jail in murder case

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:51 PM

Dhaka, June 4 (IANS) A Bangladeshi court has sent former MP and Awami League leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to jail in connection with a murder case linked to a shooting incident during the July 2024 demonstrations in Dhaka’s Uttara, local media reported.

After Canada shift, Khalistan groups find new platform in Azerbaijan

Vicky Nanjappa | June 4, 2026 1:42 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Justin Trudeau’s exit as Canadian Prime Minister marked a significant turning point in India-Canada relations. During Trudeau’s tenure, bilateral ties had deteriorated considerably, largely due to differences over the Khalistan issue.

NDC delegation from India discusses defence ties with Canadian counterparts

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:28 PM

Ottawa, June 4 (IANS) A delegation from National Defence College (NDC) of India met counterparts in the Department of National Defence and Global Affairs Canada to identify ways to enhance defence ties between the two nations.

INS Airavat arrives in Sri Lanka's Colombo for operational turnaround

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:25 PM

Colombo, June 4 (IANS) Indian Naval Ship (INS) Airavat arrived in Sri Lanka's Colombo for an operational turnaround, reaffirming the strong maritime partnership between the two nations, the Indian Navy said in a statement on Thursday.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te demands China to 'face up' to Tiananmen Square past

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:10 PM

Taipei, June 4 (IANS) Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te on Thursday demanded that China "face up" to the Tiananmen Square Massacre on its 37th anniversary and acknowledge the loss of lives caused by Beijing's Army in response to people's fight to express their opinions freely.

South Korean President Lee says will humbly accept public sentiment reflected in local election results

IANS | June 4, 2026 12:59 PM

Seoul, June 4 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Thursday he would "humbly" accept the public sentiment reflected in the results of the recent local elections, pledging to cooperate actively with newly elected local governments regardless of political affiliation.

Delhi Police identify nine of 12 foreigners killed in Malviya Nagar fire

IANS | June 4, 2026 12:58 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The Delhi Police have identified nine of the 12 foreign nationals who lost their lives in the Malviya Nagar fire incident.

Pakistan banking on graffiti and propaganda to sustain anti-India campaign: Intel

Vicky Nanjappa | June 4, 2026 11:51 AM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has indulged in multiple misadventures in India. The idea is to overcome the shame and humiliation that Pakistan, especially Field Marshal Asim Munir, had endured during the operation that was carried out to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack.

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Direct attack on cultural freedom in Bangladesh: Rights body on suspension of film screening

People in Karachi protest over delayed justice for Gul Plaza fire victims

Bangladesh: Another Awami League leader sent to jail in murder case

After Canada shift, Khalistan groups find new platform in Azerbaijan

NDC delegation from India discusses defence ties with Canadian counterparts

INS Airavat arrives in Sri Lanka's Colombo for operational turnaround

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te demands China to 'face up' to Tiananmen Square past

South Korean President Lee says will humbly accept public sentiment reflected in local election results

Delhi Police identify nine of 12 foreigners killed in Malviya Nagar fire

Pakistan banking on graffiti and propaganda to sustain anti-India campaign: Intel

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