Category: World

Kabul: Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, particularly with the Taliban in power, have escalated after recent peace talks mediated by Qatar and Turkey in Istanbul failed. With the risk of renewed violence looming, Iran has now stepped forward with a proposal to mediate the dispute. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi offered to assist both Islamabad and Kabul in resolving their ongoing conflicts through dialogue. According to IRNA, Araghchi proposed the mediation during a conversation with Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday night. Highlighting the historical friendship and close…

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New Delhi: The United States is preparing to implement stricter immigration measures that could make it more difficult for citizens of certain countries to obtain green cards and other immigration benefits. According to reports from American media outlets, including The New York Times, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has drafted internal guidelines instructing U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers to consider an applicant’s nationality from travel-restricted countries as a negative factor when evaluating applications for green cards, parole, or other immigration benefits. This move stems from policies introduced…

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Mexico City: Widespread protests have erupted across Mexico after the assassination of Michoacán Mayor Carlos Manjo earlier this month. Led largely by Gen Z activists, thousands of demonstrators took to the streets to demand action against corruption, violence, and governmental failures. The killing occurred during a public “Day of the Dead” event at the start of November, sparking outrage nationwide. In Mexico City, protesters clashed with authorities outside the presidential residence, breaking the perimeter fence of President Claudia Sheinbaum’s National Palace, prompting police to respond with tear gas to disperse…

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Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to oppose any recognition of a Palestinian state, ahead of a United Nations Security Council vote on a U.S.-backed proposal. The move comes in the aftermath of a ceasefire in Gaza, as the U.S. seeks to present its resolution aimed at stabilizing the region. Netanyahu has long argued that the creation of a Palestinian state would benefit Hamas and potentially lead to the establishment of a larger, Hamas-controlled entity along Israel’s borders. Despite growing international pressure to show flexibility, Netanyahu remains…

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Dhaka: Bangladesh has lodged a strong diplomatic protest with India after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s recent media interview triggered sharp reactions within Dhaka’s interim government. The country’s Foreign Ministry summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner Pawan Badhe to formally convey its displeasure, according to multiple Bangladeshi media reports. A senior official told local media that the Indian diplomat was informed of Bangladesh’s request for New Delhi to restrict Hasina’s access to the media, citing concerns that her statements could inflame domestic tensions. According to diplomatic sources, Badhe was asked to…

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Washington: In a move that could significantly impact thousands of foreign professionals—particularly Indians—a U.S. lawmaker has announced plans to introduce a bill seeking to “completely terminate” the H-1B visa program and eliminate any pathway to citizenship for its beneficiaries. Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said in a video posted on X that the H-1B program is “riddled with fraud and abuse” and has been “displacing American workers for decades.” Her proposed legislation aims to compel all H-1B visa holders to return to their home countries once their visa term ends.…

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Tokyo | Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sparked a nationwide debate over work culture after her recent comments urging people to “work like a horse” triggered sharp criticism. Known for her hard-line approach, Takaichi has been under scrutiny from day one—especially after she convened a meeting at 3 a.m., reviving concerns about Japan’s long-standing overwork crisis. Takaichi openly defended her actions, saying, “I work 18 hours a day, and I want others to work the same way. Work-life balance doesn’t matter.” Her remarks have been widely condemned…

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Beijing: China’s ruling Communist Party has convened a closed-door meeting of its Central Committee from Monday to Thursday to discuss the country’s 15th five-year development plan, covering 2026–2030. The plenum, the fourth since the 2022 Party Congress, is expected to outline the strategic direction for the nation’s economic and social policies for the coming five years. A plenum is a key decision-making session of the Central Committee, the party’s largest governing body. Typically, plenums are held seven times between party congresses, with one session traditionally devoted to reviewing and approving…

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Florida: Blue Origin marked a major milestone in its space ambitions as its New Glenn rocket launched from Florida on Thursday, sending two NASA satellites on a journey to Mars while successfully landing its reusable first-stage booster at sea for the first time. The two-stage New Glenn rocket, towering 17 stories and powered by seven BE-4 engines, soared into clear skies amid cheers from mission control at Cape Canaveral. The launch had been postponed several times due to cloudy weather and a geomagnetic storm. Approximately ten minutes after liftoff, the…

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Delhi: Amid rising air pollution across India following the Diwali festivities, there is a silver lining for the country’s environmental efforts. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has ranked India 10th globally in forest cover, marking an improvement from last year’s position. This achievement has been credited in part to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam” campaign, which has contributed significantly to forest expansion. The announcement was made in the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025, released in Bali, Indonesia. The report is a milestone…

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