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BHRC organises conference to address Baloch human rights Violations

12 Dec 2023 09:26 AM IST

The Baloch Human Rights Council (BHRC) organised a conference in London to address the human rights violations in Balochistan and to provide a platform where impassioned voices could highlight the ongoing human rights issues in Pakistan. The conference was organised at the Sindhi Centre in London on Sunday. According to

WHO, UN member states highlight achieving Universal Health Coverage

12 Dec 2023 09:26 AM IST

Emphasising primary health care as its cornerstone, the World Health Organisation (WHO), the United Nations (UN) and its member states in the South-East Asia region highlighted the urgent need to accelerate progress towards the achievement of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The international organisations, along with the member states, highlighted the

Dengue fatalities reach 1661 with nine more deaths

12 Dec 2023 09:25 AM IST

Bangladesh has reported nine more deaths from dengue in 24 hours till Sunday morning, taking the total number of fatalities to 1661 in 2023, Bangladesh-based Dhaka Tribune reported. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), 459 more patients were hospitalised with viral fever. As many as 2291 dengue

Hong Kong records low 30% voter turnout in district council elections

12 Dec 2023 09:24 AM IST

Voter turnout plunged below 30 per cent in Hong Kong’s first district council elections since new rules introduced under Beijing’s guidance effectively shut out all pro-democracy candidates, setting a record low since the former British colony returned to Chinese rule in 1997. According to official data on Monday, 27.5 per

Philippines President Marcos directs to respond to China Coast Guard provocation

12 Dec 2023 09:24 AM IST

Philippines President Bongbong Marcos directed the uniformed services to proceed with a mission-oriented mindset as the China Coast Guard and their Chinese Maritime Militia provoked and acted aggressively against Filipino vessels and personnel over the weekend. Further, Marcos stressed that their aggression has only strengthened their will to protect their

Israel greenlights $ 4.9 billion plan to rebuild Gaza-area communities

12 Dec 2023 09:23 AM IST

Israel’s Cabinet on Sunday approved the outline for a strategic multi-year plan to rebuild communities adjacent to the Gaza Strip. The plan constitutes a broad budgetary framework for five years (2024-2028) of up to 18 billion shekels ($ 4.9 billion) intended to lead to the rehabilitation of the region. Prime

Israel using Hamas’ Oct 7 attack to justify ‘Collective Punishment’: Russia

12 Dec 2023 09:22 AM IST

Condemning Israel’s counter-attack on Gaza, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said it is unacceptable that Israel is using Hamas’ 7 October attack as justification for a “collective punishment” of Palestinians in Gaza, Al Jazeera reported. The Russian leader also called for international monitoring of the situation on the ground in

US President Joe Biden invites Ukrainian counterpart Zelenskyy to White House

12 Dec 2023 09:21 AM IST

US President Joe Biden has invited his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the White House on Tuesday. During the meeting, the two leaders will discuss Ukraine’s energy needs and the importance of the US’ continued support for Kyiv. According to a statement released by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre,

Javier Milei takes oath as Argentina’s President

12 Dec 2023 09:20 AM IST

Javier Milei was sworn in as Argentina’s new president on Sunday, sealing the ascent of a political newcomer who gained popularity by calling for economic reforms, CNN reported. Milei is an economist and former political commentator who, during his election campaign, spoke about his intent to slash spending, according to

Israeli PM Netanyahu calls on Hamas to ‘surrender now’

12 Dec 2023 09:19 AM IST

As heavy fighting continues in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, with the war entering its 66 day and Israeli forces being relentless in their pursuit of attacking Hamas, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on the terror group to “surrender now” and warned that “it is the beginning of the

IDF: Over 100 Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza war

11 Dec 2023 18:01 PM IST

The Times of Israel reported on Monday that the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed the deaths of three additional soldiers during combat in the southern Gaza Strip, raising the total number of soldiers lost in the ground offensive against Hamas to 104. An explosive device in the Khan Younis area

Israel Approves USD 4.9 Billion Plan to Rebuild Gaza-Area Communities Ravaged by Conflict

11 Dec 2023 15:31 PM IST

In a pivotal move aimed at rejuvenating regions near the Gaza Strip, Israel’s Cabinet has green-lit a groundbreaking multi-year plan with an allocated budget of up to 18 billion shekels (USD 4.9 billion) spanning from 2024 to 2028. This strategic initiative, following recent conflicts that caused widespread devastation, marks a