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Rights body raises alarm over China’s censorship of LGBT-themed events, warns of worsening human rights situation

IANS | June 26, 2026 9:35 PM

New York, June 26 (IANS) Human Rights Watch (HRW), a US-based advocacy group, expressed grave concern over Chinese authorities' censorship of prominent social media accounts, foreign films, and events with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) themes around Pride month, saying such measures reflect the deteriorating rights situation for LGBT people in China.

Bangladesh's digital dream overshadowed by escalating cyber abuse targeting women: Report

IANS | June 26, 2026 9:27 PM

Dhaka, June 26 (IANS) As violence against women continues to escalate across Bangladesh, it is increasingly extending beyond physical spaces, travelling through phone screens, invading inboxes, and destroying reputations through fake profiles and manipulated images. The question the country must confront is no longer whether it is connected but whether that connection is safe, especially for women, a report has highlighted.

Northeast China grapples with shrinking opportunities, vanishing communities: Report

IANS | June 26, 2026 8:56 PM

Beijing, June 26 (IANS) Northeast China, which was once seen as the nation’s powerhouse of heavy industry, is facing shrinking opportunities, vanishing communities, and a deep sense of uncertainty, as per a report.

India a key tech partner, says US official after Pax Silica launch

IANS | June 26, 2026 8:54 PM

Washington, June 26 (IANS) The Donald Trump administration on Friday identified India as a potential "comprehensive partner" under its Pax Silica initiative, saying the two countries are aligned on strengthening supply chains, expanding semiconductor cooperation, and reducing dependence on vulnerable manufacturing networks.

Russia seeks clarity on Rubio’s statements on outcomes of Anchorage summit

IANS | June 26, 2026 8:39 PM

Moscow, June 26 (IANS) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday called for clarity on the role the US intends to play in resolving the conflict in Ukraine following US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments on the outcomes of the Anchorage summit.

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Rights body raises alarm over China’s censorship of LGBT-themed events, warns of worsening human rights situation

Bangladesh's digital dream overshadowed by escalating cyber abuse targeting women: Report

Northeast China grapples with shrinking opportunities, vanishing communities: Report

India a key tech partner, says US official after Pax Silica launch

Russia seeks clarity on Rubio’s statements on outcomes of Anchorage summit

Pragmatic approach defines renewed ties between India and Nepal: Report

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Ambassador meets members of India friendship group in Austrian Parliament, discusses growing momentum

Pakistan: Doctors' protest against acid attack on woman medic in Balochistan continues for 19th day

Quality of graduates in Pakistan continues to spark concerns: Report

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