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December 21, 2025 5:09 PM

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Amnesty Flags Detention of Journalist Sohrab Barkat by Pakistani Authorities

Amnesty International's South Asia Regional Office has raised concerns over the detention of journalist Sohrab Barkat, who was reportedly targeted by Pakistani authorities for alleged criticism of state institutions online. In a statement shared on social media, the organization said that Barkat was...

December 21, 2025 1:40 PM

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US Tightens Visa Scrutiny, Causing Interview Delays

The US has tightened scrutiny of non-immigrant visa holders. This has triggered delays in visa interviews, restricting where applicants can seek visa stamping and expanding social media vetting. According to US immigration attorney Aparna Dave, the changes have already begun affecting visa applicant...

December 21, 2025 1:09 PM

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Nine Killed in Shooting in South Africa’s West Rand Region

At least nine people have been killed and several others injured after armed assailants opened fire in South Africa's West Rand region, today. According to the police, the incident occurred in a township located near Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city and its main economic centre. Authorities...

December 21, 2025 1:07 PM

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Australia’s PM Albanese Orders Intelligence Review After Sydney Beach Shooting

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a review into the police and national intelligence agencies after last week's Bondi Beach attack. A national day of reflection was also held to mourn the 15 people killed after two gunmen opened fire at a Jewish festival at the Sydney beach. ...

December 21, 2025 12:20 PM

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No Evidence of Blasphemy in Mymensingh Lynching, Says Bangladesh RAB

Bangladesh’s Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has said that no clear evidence of blasphemy has so far emerged in the lynching of a Hindu youth in Mymensingh, even as it alleged that a factory floor manager handed him over to an enraged mob, instead of alerting police. The victim, 28 year old Dipu Chandr...

December 21, 2025 12:17 PM

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US, Russia Hold Fresh Talks in Florida on Ending Ukraine War

US negotiators met Russian officials in Florida for the latest talks aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Miami meeting yesterday followed US talks on Friday with Ukrainian and European officials, the latest discussions of a peace plan that has sparked some hope of a resolution to the confli...

December 21, 2025 8:31 AM

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India Hands Over Three Quick Impact Projects to Myanmar

India has handed over three Quick Impact Projects (QIPs) to Myanmar. These projects are dedicated to the socio-economic benefit of the people of Mandalay Region of Myanmar. Under this project, a flexible rapier loom, a modern high-tech weaving machine made in India, has been installed at the Saunder...

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