Hezbollah chief warns Israel not to ‘test its patience’

The Secretary General of the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, Sheikh Naim Qassem, has warned Israel not to test Hezbollah’s patience. He said, “We warn the Israeli enemy, do not try to test our patience.” The Hezbollah chief made these remarks in a video message on Saturday. He called on the Lebanese government to take a […]

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Pakistan sets record in IT exports despite slow internet

Pakistan’s IT sector recorded its highest monthly export record in December 2024, with exports worth $348 million. This is 15 percent higher than the same period last year and 12 percent higher than the previous month. According to Topline Securities, total IT exports in the first half of fiscal year 2025 were $1.86 billion, up […]

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‘Israeli atrocities in Gaza will haunt Blinken for life’

Israel has launched an indiscriminate and destructive attack on Gaza. The unconditional US support for this attack will “chaser” outgoing Secretary of State Anthony Blinken for the rest of his life, says former US diplomat Hala Rarit. Hala Rarit resigned from the US State Department in April last year to protest US support for Israel […]

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Bangladesh interested in Pakistani JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft

Bangladesh’s relations with Pakistan have been improving since the interim government took power. After the commercial relations, the military partnership between the two countries is also increasing. A Bangladesh Army delegation visited the General Headquarters (GHQ) of the Pakistan Army in Rawalpindi last Wednesday (January 15) to meet with the Pakistani military leadership. And during […]

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Afghanistan Exports $29.5M Worth of Saffron in 9 Months

The Ministry of Industry and Commerce reports that over 42,200 kilograms of Afghan saffron, valued at $29.588 million, were exported to various countries during the first nine months of 1403 (solar year). Akundzada Abdul Salam Jawad, spokesperson for the ministry, emphasized that most Afghan saffron exports were made to India, Spain, Saudi Arabia, the United […]

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India says it seeks to strengthen relationship with Afghanistan

Indian foreign ministry said on Friday that New Delhi seeks to strengthen its relationship with the people of Afghanistan. The remarks come after India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met with acting Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), Amir Khan Muttaqi, in Dubai last week. Indian foreign ministry’s spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, told reporters […]

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Haa is among BBC’s top 25 travel destinations for 2025

Haa Valley, one of Bhutan’s least explored regions, has been listed among the 25 best places to travel in 2025 by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Known for its pristine landscapes, unique cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism initiatives, Haa is gaining international recognition as a must-visit destination. The list was curated by BBC Travel editors […]

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NRB to withdraw liquidity of Rs 40 billion from banking system

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is set to draw liquidity due to excess liquidity in the banking system. NRB is set to draw liquidity worth Rs 40 billion on Wednesday for 21 days through the deposit collection instrument auction. The bank has been continuously withdrawing liquidity since the beginning of the current fiscal year due to […]

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‘We’ve made our position very clear’: India on border row with Bangladesh

India today (17 January) reiterated its commitment to ensuring a crime-free border with Bangladesh, pointing out the need for enhanced security measures and adherence to bilateral agreements, reports Times of India. In a press conference, India’s Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We have made our position very clear. We had summoned the […]

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