Quetta, Aug 23 (IANS) Human rights organisation Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) on Saturday accused Pakistani authorities of weaponizing law in the country to suppress political activism in Balochistan.
Colombo, Aug 23 (IANS) The recent detention of Liu Jianchao, one of China's most prominent diplomats and head of the International Liaison Department, is "less about corruption and more about control" as Chinese President Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption drive has evolved into a mechanism for political survival and control, a report highlighted recently.
Berlin/New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Sanskrit, one of the world's oldest languages that has long occupied a central role in the intellectual and spiritual traditions of India, is now finding new relevance not only in its homeland, but also in Western nations like Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom, a report highlighted on Saturday.
Washington, Aug 23 (IANS) India's geography, economy, and demographic trajectory position it as the "only realistic counterbalance" to Chinese dominance in Asia, a report highlighted on Saturday.
Kuala Lumpur, Aug 23 (IANS) Highlighting the cultural ties between India and ASEAN countries, a special cultural event with a gathering of over 600 people, titled 'Celebrating India-ASEAN Cultural Harmony', featuring music and dance, including the dramatic retelling of Ramayan, was held in Kuala Lumpur.
Moscow/New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Amid the reshaping of the global trade order owing to tariff-led negotiations by the United States (US), the just-concluded visit of External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar to Russia, which explored ways to further enhance economic ties while reviving trade corridors, comes at a critical juncture, a report said on Saturday.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The Department of Posts (DoP) on Saturday said it has decided to temporarily suspend booking of all types of postal articles, destined for the US, with effect from August 25.
Dhaka, Aug 23 (IANS) Bangladesh's Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin on Saturday said that preparations are underway to conduct the next general election before Ramadan in February, warning that if any polling booth is captured, voting there will be cancelled, local media reported.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar firmly dismissed claims made by US President Donald Trump regarding American mediation in resolving the brief conflict between India and Pakistan in May this year.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) In a sharp and unapologetic response to criticism from Western nations, particularly the US, External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, defended India’s oil trade policies, particularly its continued purchase and export of Russian crude and refined products. He also stated that "when it comes to the interests of farmers, when it comes to our strategic autonomy, our stand is clear."
