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UN expert alarmed over 'inhumane and undignified' imprisonment of Imran Khan in Pakistan

IANS | December 16, 2025 8:51 PM

Geneva, Dec 16 (IANS) The United Nations Special Rapporteur has called on the government of Pakistan to take immediate and effective action to address concerns over "inhumane and undignified" detention conditions of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, warning that they could amount to torture and other inhuman or degrading treatment.

Pakistan govt acquires advanced spyware to consolidate control over civil society

IANS | December 16, 2025 8:45 PM

Athens, Dec 16 (IANS) Pakistan maintains one of the most extensive censorship and monitoring systems in South Asia, marked by internet shutdowns, social media restrictions, and broad surveillance of communications as part of its governance toolkit, a report said on Tuesday.

PM Modi's visit 'mighty opportunity' for Ethiopia to bolster ties with Indian medical industry

IANS | December 16, 2025 8:20 PM

Addis Ababa, Dec 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Addis Ababa will boost the work that is being done by the Indian community in Ethiopia, Tariku Deressa, the CEO of Gandhi Memorial Hospital (GMH) - a leading public healthcare facility specializing in maternal and neonatal care - told IANS in an interview on Tuesday.

PM Modi’s Jordan visit opens new chapter in bilateral business ties: Industry leaders

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:51 PM

Amman, Dec 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Jordan has marked a significant step forward in strengthening economic and business relations between the two countries, with industry leaders highlighting fresh opportunities across multiple sectors.

PM Modi lauds 'vibrant welcome' in Addis Ababa, thanks Ethiopian counterpart for special gesture

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:36 PM

Addis Ababa, Dec 16 (IANS) Members of the Indian community gave a rousing welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrived at the hotel in Addis Ababa on Tuesday accompanied with his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali.

India to achieve all economic goals to become a powerful economy: IIT Dhanbad Director

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) India will be able to achieve the economic goals that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government are striving for, and the nation will definitely become a powerful economy, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Director, Sukumar Mishra, said on Tuesday.

EAM Jaishankar meets Israeli counterpart Sa'ar, reiterates India's resolve in combating terrorism

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:06 PM

Jerusalem, Dec 16 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar in Jerusalem on Tuesday with both sides reiterating their steadfast resolve in combating shared challenge of terrorism.

Healthcare buildings to be built with Indian assistance in Nepal's Sindhupalchowk

IANS | December 16, 2025 6:54 PM

Kathmandu, Dec 16 (IANS) Two health post buildings will be constructed in Indrawati Rural Municipality of central Sindhupalchowk district with Indian grant assistance, the Indian Embassy in Nepal said on Tuesday.

PM Modi arrives in Addis Ababa, received by Ethiopian counterpart at airport

IANS | December 16, 2025 6:22 PM

Addis Ababa, Dec 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday began his second leg of the three-nation tour as he arrived in Ethiopia from Jordan on a two-day State Visit - his first ever to the African nation. In a special gesture, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali warmly welcomed PM Modi at the airport.

Bondi Beach shooting: Attacker Sajid Akram had limited contact with family in Hyderabad

IANS | December 16, 2025 5:56 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 16 (IANS) Sajid Akram, one of the two armed men involved in Sunday’s mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach that left 16 people dead, originally hails from Hyderabad but had limited contact with the family after migrating to Australia in 1998, police said on Tuesday.

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UN expert alarmed over 'inhumane and undignified' imprisonment of Imran Khan in Pakistan

Pakistan govt acquires advanced spyware to consolidate control over civil society

PM Modi's visit 'mighty opportunity' for Ethiopia to bolster ties with Indian medical industry

PM Modi’s Jordan visit opens new chapter in bilateral business ties: Industry leaders

PM Modi lauds 'vibrant welcome' in Addis Ababa, thanks Ethiopian counterpart for special gesture

India to achieve all economic goals to become a powerful economy: IIT Dhanbad Director

EAM Jaishankar meets Israeli counterpart Sa'ar, reiterates India's resolve in combating terrorism

Healthcare buildings to be built with Indian assistance in Nepal's Sindhupalchowk

PM Modi arrives in Addis Ababa, received by Ethiopian counterpart at airport

Bondi Beach shooting: Attacker Sajid Akram had limited contact with family in Hyderabad

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