India’s Section 69A enables online censorship raising global concerns over digital freedom and the silencing of dissent.
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Iran and Azerbaijan Open New Chapter in Trade, Transport, and Energy Cooperation
Iran and Azerbaijan strengthen ties through new agreements, boosting trade, energy, and transport cooperation.
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Pakistan and UAE Sign MoU to Enhance Date Palm Exports and Agricultural Ties
Pakistan aims to boost $50M date palm exports with UAE help; scientist honored for tissue culture innovation.
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China vows Support To Pakistan, Calls For Restraint After Pahalgam Terror Attack
China urges restraint, impartial investigation, and de-escalation in Pakistan-India tensions after Kashmir attack.
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Jinnah’s Legacy Honored in Dhaka: Bangladesh Remembers Pakistan’s Founder
Urdu tributes mark 76th death anniversary of Jinnah in Dhaka; speakers highlight his role in Pakistan and Bangladesh’s history.
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UK Vows Support for $2 Trillion Pakistani Economy: Jane Marriott
UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit.
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Russia’s Supreme Court Suspends Taliban’s Terrorist Designation
Russia suspends terrorist designation of Taliban after 20 years, aiming to boost ties with Afghanistan’s de facto rulers.
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Saudi Defense Minister Lands in Tehran Ahead of Rome Talks
Two days before Iran-US nuclear negotiations in Rome, Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman makes a high-level visit to Tehran.
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Pakistan Urges Iran to Probe Brutal Murder of 8 Nationals in Mehrestan
Pakistan seeks Iran’s help after brutal murder of eight Pakistani nationals in Mehrestan; probe and repatriation underway.
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US and Saudi Arabia Set to Sign Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement
US, Saudi Arabia to sign preliminary agreement on civil nuclear cooperation to advance Riyadh’s energy goals.
