Category: International

UN asks for escorts for military observers in Kashmir after Pakistan flag incident

By Arul Louis United Nations, Feb 20 (IANS) The UN has asked the Indian government for additional escorts for its…

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UN human rights chief wants Pulwama attackers brought to justice

By Arul Louis United Nations, Feb 20 (IANS) UN Human Rights High Commissioner Michele Bachelet has called for bringing those…

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Pakistan demands safety for its High Commission staff in India

Islamabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Pakistan on Tuesday lodged "a strong protest" against the way protestors were allowed to reach the…

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Imran seeks evidence on Kashmir attack, India dubs it ‘lame excuse’

Islamabad/New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday denied his country's involvement in the Kashmir suicide…

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Imran Khan’s demand for actionable intelligence on Pulwama a lame excuse: India

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) India on Tuesday rejected as "false allegation" Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's insinuation that India's…

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Smoking over 20 cigarettes a day can cause blindness

New York, Feb 19 (IANS) While excessive smoking has been linked to various health issues, including heart disease and cancer,…

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Making toast can cause air pollution: Study

New York, Feb 19 (IANS) Making a simple breakfast toast could contribute to a high level of indoor air pollution,…

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Pyongyang has no plans to denuclearise: Ex-North Korean diplomat

Seoul, Feb 19 (IANS) A former North Korean diplomat here on Tuesday said Pyongyang has no intention of giving up…

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Oral antifungal drug raises risk of miscarriage: Study

Toronto, Feb 19 (IANS) Using a common medication to treat vaginal yeast infections during pregnancy could be associated with an…

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If India attacks, we’ll retaliate: Imran warns

Islamabad, Feb 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said Pakistan will certainly retaliate if India declares war after…

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$180-mn programme to reform artisanal gold mining, cut mercury usage

London, Feb 19 (IANS) At least 1,000 tonnes of mercury is released into the atmosphere and millions of men, women…

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Vatican has secret rules for priests who father children: NYT

Vatican City, Feb 19 (IANS) The Vatican has revealed that it has secret rules for priests who father children despite…

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Discovery of immune cells to pave way for universal flu vaccine

Sydney, Feb 19 (IANS) Australian researchers have identified immune cells which could fight all strains of influenza virus, a finding…

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Counter-terrorism deal with Morocco important for us: Sushma Swaraj

Rabat, Feb 18 (IANS) External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday said that the agreement signed with Morocco in the…

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Maldives court orders detention of ex-President Yameen

Male, Feb 18 (IANS) The Maldives Criminal Court on Monday ordered authorities to take into custody former President Abdulla Yameen…

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7 lawmakers quit UK’s Labour Party over Brexit, racism

London, Feb 18 (IANS) Seven UK lawmakers resigned from the opposition Labour Party on Monday in protest over its policy…

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Hormone therapy may up heart disease risk during gender transition: Study

London, Feb 18 (IANS) Patients receiving hormone therapy as part of their gender-transition treatment have an elevated risk of cardiovascular…

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Kim Jong-un on state visit to Vietnam before meet with Trump

Hanoi, Feb 18 (IANS) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will arrive in Vietnam at the end of February for a…

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Stop blaming China, Pakistan: Chinese media to India

Beijing, Feb 18 (IANS) India must self-introspect its anti-terrorism policy rather than blaming Pakistan for the Pulwama suicide bombing and…

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Synthetic fibres contribute to plastic pollution in environment: Study

New York, Feb 18 (IANS) Polyester and other synthetic fibres like nylon are major contributors of microplastics pollution in the…

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