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Ambassador of Russia to the UN links ISIS-K rise in Afghanistan to leftover U.S. weapons, urging global action against terrorism.
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Conclusion of AMAN-2025: Pakistan Navy’s multilateral exercise showcasing maritime security, diplomacy, and unity.
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Australia dominates Sri Lanka in Galle, exposing poor preparation, weak batting, and outdated team strategies.
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Hate speech against minorities in India surged 74% in 2024, with peaks during election season, India Hate Lab reports.
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Maharashtra reports 167 confirmed Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases, 7 deaths, and intensified surveillance efforts.
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Modi’s visit to France and the US focuses on AI collaboration, strategic partnerships, defense, and trade talks.
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Mamata Banerjee confirms TMC will contest 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls solo, ruling out any alliance with Congress.
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Nepal’s National Assembly passes Media Council Bill 2080, sparking concerns over government influence on media.
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Afghanistan’s New Kabul Project advances, focusing on urban development to ease congestion and house 3 million people.
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US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port disrupt India’s regional ambitions, bolstering Pakistan’s role in South Asian trade.