Regional Concerns Heighten as Iran and Tajikistan Address Escalating Drug Trafficking from Afghanistan

Md Khayrul Bashar, Senior Reporter: In a recent meeting convened by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the heads of counter-narcotics efforts from Iran and Tajikistan voiced growing apprehension regarding the surge in drug smuggling and cultivation originating from Afghanistan. Zafar Samad, the head of Tajikistan’s Drug Control Agency, highlighted the mounting […]

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Afghanistan Responds to Pakistani Airstrikes: Islamic Emirate Fires Back

Md Khayrul Bashar, Senior Reporter: The delicate balance of power along the Afghan-Pakistan border has once again been shaken, as the Islamic Emirate swiftly retaliated against what they term as unprovoked Pakistani airstrikes. In the early hours of Monday morning, Pakistani military aircraft purportedly violated Afghan airspace, raining bombs upon civilian homes in the Barmal […]

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Chinese Grant of Bomb Disposal Equipment to Sri Lanka Raises Questions Amidst Regional Power Plays

Md Khayrul Bashar, Senior Reporter: Sri Lanka’s recent acquisition of bomb disposal equipment through a grant from the Chinese military has sparked discussions about the evolving dynamics in the Indian Ocean region. The handover ceremony, presided over by Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong and Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence, highlights the strategic partnerships shaping security initiatives […]

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Islamic Emirate Encourages UNAMA’s Continued Engagement, Emphasizes Afghan Priorities

In a surprising move, the Islamic Emirate expressed its approval of the extension of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan’s (UNAMA) mandate, urging the organization to align its mission with the genuine interests of Afghan citizens. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, conveyed the Emirate’s stance, emphasizing the need for UNAMA to accurately […]

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Kabul Must ‘Meet Their Commitments’ to Be Recognized: White House

As global attention remains focused on Afghanistan’s political landscape, the White House has reiterated that recognition of the Islamic Emirate hinges on its fulfillment of commitments, particularly regarding women’s rights and human rights. John Kirby, spokesperson for the US National Security Council, emphasized that while the Taliban-led government has not been officially recognized, acknowledgment will […]

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Pakistan accuses India of violating treaty on missile tests

Pakistan has accused India of violating the agreement on missile tests. Pakistan’s foreign ministry spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch made this accusation in a weekly address on Thursday. News from The Express Tribune. He said, ‘Pakistan has taken note of India’s missile test on March 11. India has not followed the three-day timeline stipulated in Article […]

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Survey Reveals Disturbing Reality: Over 38,000 Children Engaged in Hazardous Labour Across Bangladesh

The latest survey conducted by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics has uncovered a troubling truth: 38,008 children, between the ages of 5 to 17, are toiling away in hazardous sectors across the nation. Released today (14 March), the Child Labor Survey 2023 sheds light on the grim reality faced by these children, with a staggering […]

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President Droupadi Murmu Declares India’s Ascent to Top Global Economies During Mauritius Visit

a momentous address during her state visit to Mauritius, President Droupadi Murmu heralded India’s imminent rise to the ranks of the world’s top three economies. Speaking at the Mahatma Gandhi Institute in Port Louis, President Murmu underscored the vibrancy and progressiveness of the ‘New Bharat,’ emphasizing its multifaceted advancements across various sectors. “The new Bharat […]

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