Forgotten Heroes of Gyodong: A Korean War Legacy of Longing Gyodong Island, South Korea, houses a poignant reminder of the Korean War’s enduring legacy. Here, elderly North Korean refugees, many veterans of the conflict, live in homes built decades ago. Among them are Kim and Min, whose lives reflect the deep scars of division. These […]

Gilgit-Baltistan Leader’s Cry for Help: Pakistan Accused of Occupation and Terrorism A prominent leader from Gilgit-Baltistan has issued a powerful appeal, publicly accusing Pakistan of illegal occupation, systematic exploitation, and the propagation of global terrorism. The appeal, released via X (formerly Twitter) on August 8, 2025, directly implicates Pakistan’s military-intelligence establishment. The leader’s statement paints […]

Hyderabad: Women’s Safety in Peril Amidst State Inaction A chilling report by the Hyderabad chapter of the Women Against Fascism (WAF), based on meticulous daily media monitoring, reveals a deeply disturbing reality. Entrenched misogyny, coupled with a shocking lack of state intervention, continues to endanger the lives and dignity of countless women and girls across […]

TTP Truce: A Tactical Retreat or Genuine Peace? Concerns are mounting over the recent truce agreement with the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), as reported by Dawn News on August 8, 2025. Analysts fear the deal might be a strategic manoeuvre allowing the TTP to consolidate its forces. The volatile border region remains a key area of […]

Minority Violence: India Flags Thousands of Cases Against Pakistan, Bangladesh The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has highlighted a grim picture of violence against religious minorities in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, informed Parliament on Friday, August 8, 2025, that India has documented at least 334 major incidents […]

Meeks Slams Trump’s India Tariffs, Threat to Strategic Ties? Congressman Gregory Meeks has sharply criticized former President Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on Indian goods. The 25% levy on select items, coupled with an additional 25% tariff on Russian oil purchases, has raised concerns in Washington. Meeks voiced apprehension that these punitive measures could severely […]

Meeks Urges Respect Amidst Rising India-US Tensions US Representative Gregory Meeks has called for a respectful dialogue to address any emerging concerns in the India-US relationship. His statement comes amidst a period of heightened scrutiny on bilateral ties. The Congressman’s appeal highlights the importance of maintaining a strong and collaborative partnership between the two nations. […]

Nepal Quake: Oli Urges India’s Help for Missing Workers Former Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, returning from Turkmenistan on Friday, August 8, 2025, appealed on Facebook for India’s assistance in locating Nepali workers potentially affected by the recent devastating earthquake. His post expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of life and urged the […]

ASEAN Peacekeepers to Patrol Thai-Cambodian Border An interim observer team, spearheaded by a Malaysian defence attaché and comprising military representatives from ASEAN nations, will deploy along the Thai-Cambodian border. Their mission, commencing July 28, is to oversee the implementation of a recently agreed ceasefire. This crucial deployment follows escalating tensions between Thailand and Cambodia. The […]

US Raises Eyebrows Over India’s Russia Ties The United States has voiced concerns to India regarding the burgeoning trade deficit and India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian oil. This comes amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. Despite these disagreements, a statement from the US State Department reaffirmed the strategic partnership between Washington and New Delhi. The two […]