Quetta, June 16 (IANS) A leading student organisation strongly condemned the forced retirement of teachers and other government employees as well as the retaliatory actions taken against them by the Pakistani authorities, describing the move as "undemocratic and regrettable".
Dhaka, June 16 (IANS) Bangladesh's Awami League strongly condemned the persistent crackdown on its leaders and activists by the authorities, while calling for the immediate withdrawal of all “politically motivated and false cases” against them.
Bratislava, June 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted a unique cultural connection between India and Slovakia after witnessing an exhibition on Varanasi at the Presidential Palace in Bratislava, saying that art and culture have the power to bring people and nations closer together.
Chicago, June 16 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, unveiled a life-size statue of Swami Vivekananda at the Consulate General of India (CGI) in Chicago.
Bratislava, June 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he and Slovak President Peter Pellegrini were delighted to witness a special Yoga presentation by Slovak schoolchildren, highlighting the growing global appeal of the ancient Indian practice ahead of International Yoga Day.
Washington, June 16 (IANS) The opposition Democrats unveiled sweeping legislation in the US Senate aimed at rebuilding America's manufacturing base, reducing reliance on Chinese-dominated supply chains and expanding federal support for industries considered vital to US economic and national security interests.
Washington, June 16 (IANS) Less than a day after President Donald Trump declared that the United States had reached an agreement with Iran, congressional Democrats demanded immediate access to its terms, citing reports that key provisions remain undisclosed and warning that Congress cannot evaluate a deal it has not seen.
Bratislava, June 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described Slovak President Peter Pellegrini's insights and views as highly stimulating and valuable, and said it was a pleasure to meet him.
United Nations, June 16 (IANS) India has dismissed as “bordering on failure” suggestions to expand only the non-permanent category of the Security Council membership as the nations of the world organisation grapple with reforming its highest decision-making body.
Washington, June 16 (IANS) A bipartisan group of US lawmakers is pushing for a formal determination on whether China's treatment of Tibetans amounts to genocide or crimes against humanity, adding fresh pressure on Beijing over its human rights record in Tibet.
