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Geneva: Activists highlight human rights violations committed against Pashtuns in Pakistan

IANS | September 23, 2025 6:32 PM

Washington, Sep 23 (IANS) A recent demonstration held at the Broken Chair Square in front of the United Nations in Geneva has highlighted once again the grave human rights violations being committed against the Pashtun people by the Pakistani government and forces. The protest was held to commemorate those who have suffered and endured trauma from systematic human rights violations in Pakistan and highlighted the targetted killings of people now also being done through drone attacks, a report mentioned.

Bangladesh plunges into deep financial crisis

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:53 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bangladesh has plunged into one of its worst financial crises in recent history, with the country’s banking sector reeling from a huge default on loans, non-bank financial institutions on the verge of collapse and the shares of a large number of companies listed in the stock market trading below their face value, according to a report in the Dhaka Tribune.

Sindhis urge intl community to hold Pakistan accountable for suppression of human rights, religious minorities

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:49 PM

Frankfurt, Sep 23 (IANS) Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM) chairman Shafi Burfat has accused Pakistan of systematically enslaving, marginalising, and politically suppressing Sindhis, Pashtuns, Baloch, Saraikis, and Brahuis under the pretext of religious unity. He also urged the United Nations and international community to recognise that the state of Pakistan represents an ongoing threat to the rights, culture, and existence of its historical territories.

Tata Advanced Systems opens 1st overseas defence manufacturing facility in Morocco

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:31 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) on Tuesday inaugurated a new state-of-the-art defence manufacturing facility in Berrechid, in Morocco’s Casablanca region -- marking the first overseas defence production unit set up by a private Indian company.

Pakistan: Anti-terrorism court rejects Imran Khan's petition seeking halt in court proceedings

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:11 PM

Islamabad, Sep 23 (IANS) An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday rejected former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's petition, requesting for stopping court proceedings in May 9 case linked to the attack on General Headquarters (GHQ), local media reported.

Jaguar Land Rover extends production halt until October 1 over cyberattack

IANS | September 23, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Tata-owned British luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on Tuesday announced that it will extend its production halt until Wednesday (October 1), following a major cybersecurity incident that disrupted its operations earlier this month.

Twin India meetings in US open avenues for renewing ties

IANS | September 23, 2025 3:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) India continued to pursue pragmatic solutions to the challenges posed by the current world trade order. New Delhi exhibited patience, resilience while resorting to appropriate and opportune diplomatic interventions. Monday’s twin meetings in the United States underscore such attempts.

Ready to implement START restrictions if Washington acts in similar manner: Russia

IANS | September 23, 2025 3:56 PM

Moscow, Sep 23 (IANS) Russia on Tuesday said that it is ready to implement quantitative limitations on the Strategic Offensive Arms (START) within a year, but this requires a mirror position from the United States.

Global Education for Peace Award honours JGU for championing world peace through higher education

IANS | September 23, 2025 3:47 PM

Washington, D.C., Sep 23 (IANS) O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) has been conferred with the 2025 Global Education for Peace Award by the STAR Scholars Network. This prestigious international recognition celebrates higher education institutions that exemplify an unwavering commitment to advancing peace through education.

Sikhs for Justice in the crosshairs: Agencies target Khalistan’s most dangerous arm

Vicky Nanjappa | September 23, 2025 3:34 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The arrest of Inderjeet Singh Gosal in Canada is a clear indicator that the agencies have begun their crackdown against the Sikhs for Justice (SFJ). Gosal is the main coordinator for the proscribed SFJ in Canada and was responsible for holding several referendums that sought support for a separate Khalistan nation carved out of Punjab.

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Geneva: Activists highlight human rights violations committed against Pashtuns in Pakistan

Bangladesh plunges into deep financial crisis

Sindhis urge intl community to hold Pakistan accountable for suppression of human rights, religious minorities

Tata Advanced Systems opens 1st overseas defence manufacturing facility in Morocco

Pakistan: Anti-terrorism court rejects Imran Khan's petition seeking halt in court proceedings

Jaguar Land Rover extends production halt until October 1 over cyberattack

Twin India meetings in US open avenues for renewing ties

Ready to implement START restrictions if Washington acts in similar manner: Russia

Global Education for Peace Award honours JGU for championing world peace through higher education

Sikhs for Justice in the crosshairs: Agencies target Khalistan’s most dangerous arm

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