south asia

Freedom of religion and belief is a fundamental human right. It protects human dignity, allowing individuals to practice their faith without fear and enabling diverse communities to coexist peacefully. This principle is particularly significant, and often contested, in South Asia, a region with...

India today criticized Pakistan for its habit of fabricating imaginative stories about Islamophobia in neighboring countries, questioning how Islamabad's own brutal repression of Ahmadis or air-bombing campaigns during Ramadan against Afghanistan can be justified. Addressing the UN General...

March 17, New Delhi: India's Ambassador to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, has highlighted what he called the "brutal repression" of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Pakistan and the air-bombing campaigns during the holy month of Ramadan.Delivering India's statement at the...

Washington, March 17, Extremist networks linked to ISIS have called for attacks against Hindus in India and across South and Southeast Asia, even as they praised recent violence in the United States and expanded online recruitment, according to a new report by the Counter Extremism Project...

United Nations, March 17. India has exposed Pakistan’s own Islamophobia, which is evident in the deadly persecution of the Ahmadiyyas, and Islamabad’s representative virtually admitted it was happening.Referring to Pakistan only as “our western neighbour”, India’s Permanent Representative P...

In New Delhi, on March 16, Benq, a display solutions provider based in Taiwan, announced its goal of achieving a 50% increase in its revenue in 2026, driven by a significant growth in its monitor and interactive flat panel business in India and South Asia. Rajeev Singh, the Managing Director for...

Washington, March 15. For decades, Pakistan's policy towards Afghanistan has centered on installing a "friendly" government in Kabul – often through proxies such as the Taliban – in an effort to secure "strategic depth" against India.However, in practice, this strategy has repeatedly...

Dhaka, March 15. India has repeatedly raised concerns with Bangladeshi authorities regarding the safety of minority communities, and expects thorough investigations and accountability. However, the responsibility for ensuring the protection of all citizens lies with the government of Bangladesh...

Mumbai, March 13 Radisson Hotel Group announced on Friday that it has signed agreements for four new Park Inn & Suites by Radisson Hotels.The four new Park Inn & Suites properties are located in Roorkee (Uttarakhand), Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Asansol (West Bengal), and Airoli (Navi Mumbai)...

New Delhi, March 12 The average young adult could be experiencing up to 50 hours a year of severe heat-related limitations in livability, while the average older adult could experience up to 900 hours a year of the same, according to an analysis of data from the European climate agency...

Chennai, March 12 Over 2,500 healthcare professionals are expected to participate in the 10th edition of the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organisations Conference, scheduled to be held in the city next month, organizers said on Thursday.The CAHOCON 2026 event will be held on the theme...

New Delhi, March 11 India is committed to the welfare of its neighbors while remaining firm on its zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism, Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth said on Wednesday.He made this statement in his keynote address at a national seminar – "Changing Dynamics in...

New Delhi, March 11 As India rises, Prime Minister Narendra Modi must create a regional and security doctrine that is commensurate with India’s economic infrastructure and its role in the world. PM Modi – already India's third longest-serving Prime Minister – has likely contributed more to...

Islamabad, March 11 – Pakistan appears to be pursuing a strategy of cautious ambiguity amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. After officially declaring neutrality, reports of logistical support and intelligence cooperation with the United States have sparked perceptions that Islamabad is...

New York/Washington, March 11 The US has "temporarily permitted" India to "accept" Russian oil already on ships in the sea to ensure energy supplies amid the conflict with Iran. This short-term measure will not provide significant financial benefit to Moscow, White House Press Secretary Karoline...

New Delhi, March 10 The Congress on Tuesday attacked the Centre for easing foreign direct investment (FDI) norms for China, saying it is a part of the Modi government's "calculated capitulation" to that country.The government on Tuesday eased FDI norms for China and other countries sharing...

New Delhi, March 9 India's inbound student numbers are expected to grow at approximately 8 per cent per year from an estimated base of 58,000 students in 2025, making it one of the fastest-growing study destinations globally, according to a QS report.The 'Global Student Flows: India' report...

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare held a Post-Budget Webinar Series today on the theme "Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas – Fulfilling the Aspirations of People."The session was organized to discuss the Union Budget announcement, with a focus on strengthening mental health infrastructure through...

Srinagar, March 9. More than three decades after their displacement, the issue of Kashmiri Pandit migrants was highlighted at the 61st session of the United Nations Council for Human Rights in Geneva.Satish Malhar, Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Peace Forum, an organization of Kashmiri...

New Delhi, March 9 – Pakistan's ongoing conflict with Afghanistan has put at risk the next installment of IMF funding that Islamabad urgently needs, according to a media report.The IMF team is currently visiting Pakistan for its third review of the country's economy, ahead of the next tranche...