Member States Commit to Urgently Address Social Connection A historic resolution adopted by the World Health Assembly today recognized the crucial role that social connection plays in health and well-being for people of all ages. The Assembly agreed that social connection, which is characterized as the ways people relate to and interact with others, needs … Read more
Global Efforts to Combat Bird Flu: Vaccination as a Key Strategy World Animal Health Group Advocates for Widespread Vaccination to Control Bird Flu As bird flu continues to spread globally, the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is pushing for more widespread vaccination to curb the disease’s impact on both animal and human health. The … Read more
How South Asia’s ‘swing states’ navigate India-Pakistan tensions The recent flare-up between India and Pakistan over Kashmir was marked by missile strikes, one of the fiercest aerial dogfights since World War II, retaliatory rhetoric, and a shaky cease-fire. However, amid the chaos, a quieter but equally significant shift is unfolding: the recalibration of foreign policies … Read more
India corners Maoist rebels after decades-long struggle India has made significant progress in its long-standing battle against the Maoist movement, with the recent death of a key leader marking a turning point in the conflict. The Indian government has declared that the Naxalite insurgency, which has plagued the country for over five decades, is entering … Read more
Pakistan Honors Asim Munir Amid Controversy Over Operation Sindoor After a series of cross-border military exchanges with India, Pakistan has promoted its army chief, Asim Munir, to the rank of field marshal, a move that has sparked mixed reactions both domestically and internationally. The promotion, which followed a controversial operation known as Operation Sindoor, has … Read more
India and Pakistan Extend Airspace Restrictions on Each Other’s Airlines India and Pakistan have extended their mutual restrictions on the use of each other’s airspace by commercial and military aircraft, according to statements issued by both countries’ aviation authorities. The latest measures, effective until June 23, follow ongoing tensions between the two nations, which have … Read more
India’s Response to Trump’s Ceasefire Claims: No Formal Mediation Involved New Delhi: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertion that he played a key role in brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Tharoor, who is set to lead an all-party MPs delegation in the United States, emphasized that no formal … Read more
India Urges Bangladesh to Expedite Deportation List Verification India has asked Bangladesh to expedite the verification of nationality for a significant number of Bangladeshi nationals currently in the country, as part of a larger effort to address the issue of unauthorized migration. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has highlighted the need for a timely … Read more
India: Unseasonal Rainfall and Hailstorms Disrupt Life Across Cities Heavy rains and severe hailstorms have caused widespread disruption in major Indian cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, with reports of casualties and infrastructure damage. The weather events have triggered traffic chaos, power outages, and emergency responses across the country. Delhi: Hailstorms and Flooding Delhi, the capital … Read more
Indian Influencer Arrested Over Alleged Espionage Ties with Pakistan Indian Influencer Arrested Over Alleged Espionage Ties with Pakistan A prominent Indian travel vlogger has been detained by authorities on suspicion of sharing sensitive information with a Pakistan-based intelligence operative. The case has sparked widespread concern over the potential risks posed by social media personalities in … Read more