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Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan gets 10-year jail in state secrets case
The verdict was announced by a special court convened within a prison in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, concerning what is known as the cypher case.
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Tata and Airbus Forge Groundbreaking Helicopter Manufacturing Partnership
This strategic alliance is poised to not only meet India's soaring demand for helicopters but also to strengthen its position as a global player in the aerospace industry.
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Bangladesh's Geopolitical Significance in the Bay of Bengal
Beyond its vibrant culture and economic prowess, the nation's strategic location and maritime capabilities make it a linchpin in shaping the geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific.
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Fear, Friction, and the Future of its Secular Fabric
Critics, predominantly from minority communities like Muslims and Christians, view the rhetoric of a "Hindu nation" as a veiled threat to their rights and security.
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Rohingya Refugees Struggle for Hope in Indonesia
Despite Indonesia's initial welcome, public sentiment has shifted, with local resentment and concerns about resource strain simmering beneath the surface.
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ICC lifts suspension on Sri Lanka Cricket
SLC had been suspended in November last year for failing to manage its affairs autonomously, breaching the requirement of ensuring that there is no government interference in the governance, regulation and/or administration of cricket in Sri Lanka.
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‘Not the good time’ for Rohingya repatriation to Myanmar, says UN coordinator in Bangladesh
A brutal military crackdown in August 2017 drove more than 700,000 Rohingya into Bangladesh, where another 400,000 members of the ethnic minority had already taken refuge to escape decades of persecution by the Myanmar authorities.
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Myanmar's Unstable Situation Complicates Rohingya Repatriation Efforts
The situation in Myanmar is changing rapidly. The rebel groups are occupying one area after another. The junta is losing control in many places. This has added a new dimension to the Rohingya crisis.
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Indonesia’s plan to move capital to Borneo faces election test
Former Jakarta governor Anies has pledged to reassess the project if elected, advocating for investment in existing cities across the archipelago.
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Nine Pakistani labourers shot dead in Iran’s Sirkan
Witnesses reported that "this morning unknown armed men killed nine non-Iranians in a house in the Sirkan neighbourhood of Saravan city" in Sistan-Baluchestan province.
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Pao-O group joins war against Myanmar Junta
In a statement, the PNLO expressed frustration over the lack of tangible political progress despite eight years of engagement in peace talks.
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Sri Lanka's Parliament Passes Controversial Online Safety Bill
The Online Safety bill enables the government to establish a commission with broad powers, including the authority to order the removal of online posts deemed "prohibited statements."
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Constitutional Court Acquits Thai Opposition Leader Pita Limjaroenrat
Pita Limjaroenrat had been facing accusations of violating media laws by allegedly using social media platforms to promote the MFP during the 2019 election campaign.
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Bomb Threat Prompts Emergency Response at Delhi Airport for Darbhanga-Delhi flight
SpiceJet reported that the bomb threat was received via a call to its reservation office, specifically targeting Flight SG 8496 en route from Darbhanga to Delhi.
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Maldives vs. India: A Troubled Paradise
For decades, India and the Maldives enjoyed a warm relationship. India provided military and economic assistance, trained Maldivian security forces, and emerged as its largest tourist source.
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Relation between Bay of Bengal Countries
The Bay of Bengal whispers tales of ancient maritime empires. From the Chola dynasty's seafaring prowess to the Mughals' trade networks, these waters were arteries of cultural and economic exchange.
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Myanmar's Military capability Challenged By Militant Monks
The nexus between Myanmar's military and the Buddhist clergy is longstanding, with monks historically engaging in political activism against authority.
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China Confronts Population Decline
Multiple factors contribute to China's shrinking population. The legacy of the one-child policy, implemented in 1979 and recently relaxed, has left an enduring impact on the country's demographics.
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Clashes Erupt as Rahul Gandhi's Yatra Faces Opposition in Sonitpur District
The Congress party has alleged that its yatra, aimed at uniting India amidst rising social and economic disparities, was targeted by "BJP goons" in Sonitpur district. Senior leader Jairam Ramesh claimed that his vehicle was attacked, media personnel were manhandled, and Congress banners were torn down.
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UNHCR Reports Highest Toll in Nine Years for Rohingya Deaths at sea
Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, expressed deep concern, stating, “The tragic rise in deaths at sea is a stark reminder of the immense suffering endured by the Rohingya. These desperate journeys are often driven by a lack of safe and legal pathways for the Rohingya to escape persecution and find protection.”