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Pakistan objects to India-Afghanistan joint statement’s reference to Kashmir, summons Afghan envoy

Expressing its "strong reservations", Islamabad raised objections over Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's assertion that terrorism is an internal issue of Pakistan. It noted that Pakistan is "desirous of seeing a peaceful, stable, regionally connected and prosperous Afghanistan". Islamabad: Rattled by India and Afghanistan's joint statement with a reference to Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan on Saturday raised its objections to it and summoned the Afghan envoy, conveying its strong reservations. In a statement, Pakistan's Foreign Office (FO) said that the reference of Jammu and Kashmir as an integral part of India is a "clear violation" of the resolution of…

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No survivors in Tennessee factory blast; officials launch probe | Updates

Tennessee factory blast: The cause of the massive explosion at the plant is not known yet, said officials, adding that they have launched a probe. In a statement, Special Agent Guy McCormick said forensic teams and explosives specialists also conducting a probe on the site of the blast. Waverly, Tennessee: The deadly blast at a factory in Tennessee claimed 16 lives and left no survivors, said officials on Saturday (local time). The explosion, they said, took place at 7.45 am on Friday at an Accurate Energetic Systems facility that processes ammunition and explosives.  In a statement, they earlier 18 people…

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China accuses US of ‘double standards’ as Trump announces additional 100% tariff, says ‘not afraid to fight’

China accuses US of 'double standards' as Trump announces additional 100% tariff, says 'not afraid to fight' New Delhi: China accused the United States of "double standards" on Sunday, after President Donald Trump announced an additional 100 percent tariff on the world's second-largest economy. Developing story...  

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12 Pakistani soldiers killed as Taliban launches massive strike along Durand Line

Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated on Saturday late, after a fierce border clash left 12 Pakistani soldiers dead. It comes after a Pakistani airstrike targeted Taliban officials in Afghanistan. New Delhi: A major border clash between Afghan and Pakistani soldiers has resulted in the deaths of 12 Pakistani soldiers. According to Tolo News, the clash occurred along the Durand Line. The violent confrontation is believed to be a response from Afghan forces to recent Pakistani military actions in Afghanistan. “Taliban forces have captured several outposts from the Pakistani Army across the Durand Line in Kunar and Helmand provinces,” an…

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Buddha’s sacred relics reach Russia for first time, marking new chapter in India–Russia cultural ties

Thousands of devotees lined the streets of Elista, offering prayers and chants as the sacred relics arrived amid great reverence. A press conference held at the Golden Abode Monastery brought together prominent Buddhist figures in Russia. Moscow: In a historic moment for India-Russia relations, sacred relics of Lord Buddha have arrived in Elista, the capital of the Republic of Kalmykia, marking the first-ever exposition of the relics in Russia. The holy relics, enshrined at the National Museum, New Delhi, were transported on a special Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft, accompanied by a high-level Indian delegation led by Uttar Pradesh Deputy…

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Former US President Joe Biden undergoing radiation, hormone therapy for prostate cancer

In May, Joe Biden's post presidential office announced that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that it had spread to his bones. The discovery came after he reported urinary symptoms. Washington: Former US President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation and the hormone therapy for prostate cancer, he was diagnosed with after leaving office, a spokesperson said on Saturday. “As part of a treatment plan for prostate cancer, President Biden is currently undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment,” said Biden aide Kelly Scully. Joe Biden left office in January Joe Biden left the White House in January after…

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Ram Chandra Paudel, Nepal President, admitted to hospital after sudden health problems

The Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre, part of the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, released an official statement assuring that President Ram Chandra Paudel’s condition is stable and under constant observation. Kathmandu: Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel, 80, was admitted to the Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre in Kathmandu on Saturday (October 11) after experiencing sudden health problems. According to the President’s Secretariat, Paudel complained of a severe headache and vomiting at around 11:30 am while attending a meeting at his official residence, Sheetal Niwas. He was immediately rushed to the hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. Hospital confirms…

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Mississippi mass shooting: Four killed, 12 injured after Leland High School homecoming football game

Mississippi mass shooting: Local law enforcement, assisted by state investigators, has launched a full-scale investigation into the mass shooting. Leland Police Chief Marcus Taylor said multiple shell casings and weapons were recovered from the scene. Mississippi (US): A late-night celebration in Leland, Mississippi, turned tragic when gunfire erupted following a high school homecoming football game, leaving four people dead and twelve others injured, local authorities confirmed on Saturday (October 11). The incident occurred around midnight on the city’s main street, where crowds had gathered after Leland High School’s homecoming game against Charleston High School. What began as a night of…

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International Day of Girl Child: A look at key government schemes for girls in India

India has introduced several welfare schemes to support girls from birth through education and into adulthood, addressing deep-rooted gender inequalities through focused interventions. New Delhi: The International Day of the Girl Child, observed every year on October 11, sheds light on the importance of empowering girls and ensuring gender equality. India, acknowledging the unique challenges faced by girls, has implemented several schemes aimed at improving education, health, and financial security for the girl child. This article explores the major government programs designed to uplift and support girls across the country. Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP) Launched in 2015 in Haryana,…

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Pakistan: 7 cops, 6 terrorists killed in attack on police training centre in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan terror attack: Heavily-armed terrorists rammed an explosives-laden truck into the main gate of the training facility in Dera Ismail Khan, causing a massive explosion on Friday. Peshawar: Three more terrorists were killed after a five-hour gun battle that followed a suicide attack on a police training school in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, northwestern Pakistan, police said. Six additional police personnel also lost their lives in the exchange of fire, officials confirmed on Saturday. The attack targeted the Ratta Kulachi Police Training School in Dera Ismail Khan district on Friday night. Three terrorists were initially neutralised in retaliatory fire, while several…

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