Islamabad, April 13 (IANS) A new study conducted by the Labour Education Foundation (LEF), in collaboration with Arisa, a Holland-based rights body, has found labour rights violations in Pakistan's textile recycling industry, sparking critical questions about the true cost of "sustainable fashion", local media reported.
Paris, April 13 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri co-chaired the India–France Foreign Office Consultations with Secretary General of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Martin Briens in Paris on Monday. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the discussions covered a wide range of topics, including defence, civil nuclear energy, space, cooperation in cyber and digital domains, AI, innovation, as well as initiatives aimed at strengthening human and cultural ties, in connection with the latest global and regional developments.
Kabul, April 13 (IANS) Pakistan's mediating role between the United States and Iran resembled that of a courier rather than a mediator, lacking leverage, proposed solutions, and the ability to push both sides toward compromise. Pakistan acted as a diplomatic channel through which big powers like China communicated their positions without any direct engagement, a report highlighted on Monday.
Washington, Apr 13 (IANS) U.S. President Donald Trump Monday warned Iran that any naval vessels approaching American ships enforcing a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz would be “immediately ELIMINATED,” as tensions escalated following the collapse of peace talks.
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) The ongoing two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran offers a narrow window for de-escalation, with its durability uncertain, a report said on Monday.
Paris, April 13 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday held a meeting with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris, discussing bilateral cooperation and ongoing global challenges, including the situation in the Middle East.
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met European People's Party President and member of European Parliament, Manfred Weber in Delhi on Monday.
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Bangladesh is facing a major economic shock due to the disruption in oil and gas supplies through the Strait of Hormuz in the wake of the Iran war, as the country is heavily dependent on imports for its energy needs, according to an article in the local media.
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) China’s announcement of 10 “incentive measures” for Taiwan may be an attempt to blur the lines between politics and business and the new arrangement cannot surpass the risk of sudden trade bans, a new report has said.
Kuwait City/New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his counterpart from Kuwait, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Monday, discussing situation in West Asia and the well-being of the Indian community.
