Bill proposing stricter punishments for rape approved by senate subcommittee, including life imprisonment, fines, and the death penalty.
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Israeli Chief of Staff, Herzi Halevi, Resigns Over October 7 ‘Failure’
Israel’s Chief of Staff, Herzi Halevi, resigns over failure to prevent the October 7 attack, effective March 6, 2025.
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Trump’s Return: A New Era or More of the Same?
Trump’s return to the Oval Office in 2025 signals a sharper, more confident era of aggressive policies and global dominance.
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First Commercial Flight Lands at New Gwadar International Airport
PIA flight lands at New Gwadar International Airport, marking a milestone in Pakistan’s aviation and economic development.
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India’s Camel Population on the Brink: The Law Meant to Protect, Now Threatens Survival
India’s camel population plummets due to flawed laws and neglect—explore the crisis and urgent need for reforms.
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Chandrakar’s Murder Exposes Risks for Journalists in India
Mukesh Chandrakar’s murder reveals the dangers faced by journalists in India, highlighting corruption, impunity, and press freedom.
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RSS Leader Exposes Hindutva Ideology in Indian Media Playbook
RSS leader reveals how Indian media aligns with Hindutva ideology to fuel Islamophobia and boost TRPs in debates.
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After Babri Masjid Ajmer Sharif Becomes BJP’s New Target
Tensions rise as Ajmer Sharif faces legal claims, echoing the Babri Masjid dispute and targeting Muslim heritage sites.
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Pakistan’s PM Orders Probe into National Airline’s Advertisement Resembling 9/11 Imagery
PM Shehbaz Sharif orders probe into PIA advertisement sparking controversy over 9/11 imagery on flight to Paris.
India-China Border: “Sensitive but Stable” or a Masked Reality?
Indian Army Chief calls LAC situation “sensitive but stable,” while highlighting underlying military and diplomatic challenges.
