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November 7, 2024 4:51 PM

India better positioned than Asian peers on trade linkages with China: report

As global currencies weaken against the U.S. dollar following Donald Trump’s election victory, emerging markets (EMs) are bearing the brunt. However, India appears to be in a comparatively stronger position than many of its Asian peers, particularl...

November 6, 2024 11:13 PM

Pakistan: Seven killed, two injured in separate shootings in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

Seven people lost their lives, and two others, including a woman, sustained injuries in two separate shooting incidents in Pakistan’s Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province. In the first incident, a dispute over a pathway escalated into a deadly clash betwee...

November 6, 2024 10:33 PM

Nepal gears up to raise climate justice concerns on international forums

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh has voiced Nepal's concerns over the impacts of climate change, calling for climate justice. Singh attended the 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12) in Cairo, Egypt, ...

November 6, 2024 9:51 PM

Bangladesh: Transparency International Voices Serious Concern Over Attacks on Journalists and Media

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed serious concern over the persistent, deliberate attacks on journalists and media outlets, as well as lawsuits filed with personal and malicious intent aimed at harassment. In a press release ...

November 5, 2024 8:01 PM

India Shines at Record-Breaking Gulfood Manufacturing 2024 in Dubai

Gulfood Manufacturing and GulfHost 2024, the world's largest food and beverage industry event, opened today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, showcasing record participation from India. The co-located events, running until November 7, are the biggest...

November 5, 2024 6:51 PM

Islamic Leaders Present 9-Point Demand, Including Prevention of Saad Kandhalvi’s Entry into Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, the Islamic Conference at Dhaka's historic Suhrawardy Udyan has concluded with the announcement of a nine-point demand, which includes the prevention of Saad Kandhalvi's entry into the country. Thousands of people, primarily madrasah t...

November 5, 2024 5:37 PM

Last set of disengagement between India, China concluded on October 21, says EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on Tuesday that India and China have completed the last phase of their disengagement process as of October 21, calling it a "positive development." The remarks were made during a joint press conferenc...

November 5, 2024 3:49 PM

Trump’s return may prompt larger Chinese stimulus amid escalating trade war threat: Report

As the U.S. presidential election gets underway, the potential re-election of Donald Trump could have a significant impact on China’s economic policies, particularly in the realm of trade. A recent report by Barclays suggests that a Trump return t...

November 4, 2024 4:26 PM

Jaishankar inaugurates new Indian consulate in Brisbane, highlights strengthening India-Australia ties

India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, highlighted the deepening bilateral ties between India and Australia during the inauguration of a new Indian consulate in Brisbane on Monday. He described the opening as a "landmark moment" in the e...

November 4, 2024 1:39 PM

Lahore air pollution hits historic high, forcing school closures

Unprecedented air pollution levels in Pakistan's second-largest city of Lahore prompted authorities to take emergency measures on Sunday, including issuing work-from-home mandates and closing primary schools. The city held the top spot on a real-tim...

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