Global Inaction Fuels Afghan Crisis: HRW Demands UN Probe into Taliban Abuses Human Rights Watch (HRW) has issued a stark warning, accusing the international community of failing to address the escalating human rights abuses perpetrated by the Taliban regime in Afghanistan since its takeover in 2021. The organisation’s report paints a grim picture of widespread […]

Yunus Seeks Early Bangladesh Polls: Ramadan Deadline Set Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser’s Office has formally petitioned the Election Commission. The request seeks to hold the next National Parliament elections before Ramadan in February 2026. The plea emphasizes the need for a free, fair, peaceful, and celebratory electoral process. This aligns with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus’s recent […]

Putin-Witkoff Parley: A Glimmer of Hope Before Trump’s Ukraine Deadline? US envoy Steve Witkoff held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 6, 2025. Al Jazeera reported the discussions as “useful and constructive,” focusing on ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting carries significant weight, preceding President Trump’s announced ceasefire deadline. Failure by […]

India Vows Retaliation: Unfair Trade Practices Spark Diplomatic Showdown The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a strong statement on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, condemning what it termed “unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable” actions against India’s national interests. The statement did not specify the nature of these actions. The MEA’s firm stance signals a significant escalation […]

50% Tariff Shock: India Slams Trump’s “Unfair” Trade War India has vehemently condemned the latest trade action by the former US President Donald Trump, announcing a 25% tariff on Indian goods, which will escalate to a staggering 50% within three weeks. The announcement, made on August 6, 2025, was met with immediate and strong criticism […]

India, France Forge Strategic Tech Partnership: Aerospace, Minerals Take Centre Stage India and France have significantly strengthened their strategic partnership, focusing on key technological collaborations. The collaboration encompasses several crucial sectors, promising advancements in various fields. A key focus area is aerospace science and technology. This includes establishing a state-of-the-art wind tunnel facility, boosting the […]

Nepal Quashes Polygamy Bill Fears: Minister’s Assurance Nepal’s Law Minister, Ajay Kumar Chaurasiya, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, provided reassurance to parliamentarians. He confirmed that no new bills, including those concerning polygamy, are currently slated for parliamentary consideration. This statement directly addresses recent public anxieties and speculation surrounding potential legislative changes to family laws. The […]

Jaishankar’s Nepal Outreach: Strengthening India-Nepal Bonds External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with a delegation of young Nepali political leaders on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The meeting highlighted the strong and enduring people-to-people ties between India and Nepal. The discussions underscored the close cooperation existing between the two nations. This engagement reflects India’s commitment to […]

Marcos Jr.’s India Visit: Solidarity, Strategy, and Shared Growth Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s state visit to India concluded today, August 6, 2025, marked by expressions of solidarity and a renewed commitment to bilateral cooperation. During his visit, President Marcos conveyed heartfelt condolences to the victims of the recent devastating Uttarakhand floods. He paid tribute […]

Mass Deportations Leave Afghan Skills Untapped Over two million Afghans have been deported from Iran and Pakistan this year, according to Tolo News. This staggering figure represents a significant humanitarian challenge for Afghanistan. Many of these returnees possess valuable skills, particularly in agriculture. However, they face widespread unemployment and difficult living conditions upon their return. […]