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Bangladesh: Awami League condemns 'forcing' former IGP to become state approver

IANS | July 11, 2025 8:30 AM

Dhaka, July 11 (IANS) Bangladesh’s Awami League Party expressed its deep concern over the “inhuman torture and coercion” used to force former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Abdullah Al Mamun to become a state witness in a “false and farcical case” filed against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and two others at the “so-called International Crimes Tribunal” of the country.

Trump to impose 35 per cent tariff on Canada, starting August 1

IANS | July 11, 2025 7:07 AM

Washington, July 11 (IANS) US President Donald Trump announced that a 35 per cent tariff will be placed on all imports from Canada beginning August 1, citing what he described as Canada's failure to curb the flow of fentanyl into the United States sufficiently.

Post-Kremlin recognition, Afghanistan hopes Central Asian countries will follow suit

Baidya Bikash Basu | July 10, 2025 9:05 PM

New Delhi: Earlier this month, Russia became the first country to give recognition to Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) and embrace the de facto Taliban administration in Kabul as a legitimate partner.

'Festival of Bharat' showcases India's rich culture and traditions in Russia

IANS | July 10, 2025 8:51 PM

Moscow, July 10 (IANS) Vibrant dance performances, patriotic songs and heartfelt devotional renditions were held in Moscow on Thursday as the Festival of India, Bharat Utsav, gathered steam at the Manezhnaya Square in the Russian capital.

'Trusted friends' Pakistan and Turkey solidify defence partnership

IANS | July 10, 2025 8:25 PM

Islamabad, July 10 (IANS) Turkey and Pakistan have further solidified their longstanding, military-to-military relationship - including training programmes, arms and weapons sales as well as joint projects - during the recent Islamabad visit of two top ministers from Ankara.

Bangladesh: Awami League slams Yunus govt over 'weaponization' of judiciary

IANS | July 10, 2025 7:57 PM

Dhaka, July 10 (IANS) Bangladesh's Awami League party on Thursday strongly condemned the "weaponization" of the judiciary and the ongoing "state-sponsored persecution" under the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in the country.

Pakistan: Ex-wife Jemima expresses concerns over threats to Imran Khan's sons

IANS | July 10, 2025 6:48 PM

Islamabad, July 10 (IANS) Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan's former wife Jemima Goldsmith on Thursday slammed the Pakistani government over threats to arrest their children, if they attempt to visit their father in prison.

No such idea exists: Pak Interior Minister on Zardari's removal

IANS | July 10, 2025 6:14 PM

Islamabad, July 10 (IANS) Political uncertainty continues to grip Pakistan as President Asif Ali Zardari's fate hangs in balance following several reports which indicate that he might be removed, overthrown or deposed with Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir replacing him.

Flood alert issued across several districts in Nepal

IANS | July 10, 2025 4:43 PM

Kathmandu, July 10 (IANS) Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology issued a flood alert on Thursday, warning of elevated water levels in the small rivers across several districts.

Torrential rain claims over 11 lives in Pakistan; death toll reaches 79

IANS | July 10, 2025 3:34 PM

Islamabad, July 10 (IANS) As torrential monsoon rain continues to lash Pakistan, flash floods, landslides, and lightning strikes have claimed at least 11 more lives on Thursday, bringing the nationwide death toll since June 26 to over 79, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).