Assam Cabinet approves anti-polygamy Bill

IANS | November 9, 2025 11:14 PM

Dispur, Nov 9 (IANS) In a major social reform initiative, the Assam Cabinet, on Sunday, approved the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025, aimed at outlawing and eliminating the practice of polygamy across the state, except in Sixth Schedule areas.

Pakistan's Muridke blueprint of regime that has learned to trade blood for approval: Report

IANS | November 9, 2025 7:45 PM

Islamabad, Nov 9 (IANS) The Muridke massacre, which occurred more than three weeks ago, has already faded into silence like every other atrocity in Pakistan's recent history. It is, however, a blueprint of a regime that has learned to trade blood for approval as it has not only betrayed its people but also included repression in its foreign policy, according to a report.

Saudi MoU puts Pakistan’s promises to the test

IANS | November 9, 2025 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) The recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Punjab government and the Saudi-Pakistan Joint Business Council has been hailed as a potential game-changer for Pakistan’s industrial revival.