Author: Disha Mishra

Jaisdeep Mazumder, India’s Secretary (East) Ministry of External Affairs represented India virtually at the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials’ Meeting and reaffirmed India’s commitment to regional cooperation in the Bay of Bengal Region, according to Randhir Jaiswal, an Official Spokesperson of the India’s Ministry of External Affairs, on Tuesday. The officials address issues of cooperation, stressing active participation of member states for enhancing security in the region. Randhir Jaiswal stated in a post on X, “Secy (East) Jaideep Mazumder represented India at the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials’ Meeting (virtual), reiterating India’s commitment to regional cooperation in the Bay of Bengal Region.The…

On Tuesday, Two young Palestinian men were killed evening after an Israeli airstrike by the drone targeting the Al-Hamam neighbourhood in Tulkarm Camp. The Palestine Red Crescent Society confired that its teams recovered the bodies of the two men following the Israeli airstrike on the Al-Hamam neighbourhood. This is the second time in a day that the Al-Hamam neighbourhood has been hit during ongoing Israeli drone strikes on the Tulkarm and Nur Shams camps.

Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister extended holiday greetings to Israel’s Christian communities, as well as Christian around the world, ahead of the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, also expressing gratitude for supporting the nation during more than a year of conflict. “My dear Christian friends, as you gather with your family and friends this Christmas, I wish the Christian community in Israel and around the world blessings for a Merry Christmas from the Holy Land,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated. “At a time when Israel is fighting on seven fronts, we deeply appreciate the steadfast support of our Christian friends…

A delegation from the International Charity Organization, led by its Secretary-General, Dr. Khaled Abdul Wahab Al Khaja, completed a seven-day official visit to the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. As part of the visit, 75 charitable projects were carried out to provide support to vulnerable communities, especially during the harsh winter months. The delegation visited five remote, snow-covered cities to assess the needs of families and orphans while monitoring the progress of various charitable projects. These efforts included distributing food parcels, repairing homes, providing winter clothing, and supplying coal and heaters to help residents cope with harsh winter conditions. Dr. Al Khaja…

In the first acknowledgement of Israel’s involvement in the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz on Monday, issued a stern warning to the Houthi rebels from Yemen of destroying their infrastructure and ‘decapitating’ its leaders. Hamas leader Hanieyh’s killing came hours after top Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr was killed in an Israeli air attack on the southern suburbs of Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, on July 31. Yahya Sinwar replaced Haniyeh as the group’s military chief. Sinwar was also killed in an Israeli military operation in southern Gaza on October 16. In another major killing, Hassan Nasrallah,…

The National Security Advisor of United States Jake Sullivan held talks with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on Monday, reiterating the United States’ dedication to promoting a “prosperous, stable, and democratic” Bangladesh. In a telephone conversation, the two leaders highlighted the significance of ensuring human rights for all individuals and discussed approaches to addressing the challenges facing Bangladesh. “National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, head of the Interim Government of Bangladesh. Mr Sullivan thanked Chief Adviser Yunus for his leadership of Bangladesh during a challenging period,” according to a statement from the White House.…

The Israel Defense Forces reported on Monday that, during a routine operation in Syria, Israeli soldiers discovered the rotor head of an Air Force helicopter that crashed in Syria during the Yom Kippur War. The “Hatsara” helicopter crashed on April 27, 1974, whille on a mission to rescue injured paratroopers.The six crew members who lost their lives in the accident were later returned to Israel for burial. Israeli troops reached the mountain recover the rotor head as a gesture of commemoration and tradition. They also searched the area to ensure that there were no personal or significant items were left…

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will visit the US from December 24-29 to engage on discussions on major bilateral, regional and global issues. He will also scheduled to lead a conference of India’s consul Generals in the US. According to a statement by the India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), “He will be meeting counterparts to discuss key bilateral, regional and global issues. During the visit, EAM will also chair a conference of the Consul Generals of India in the USA.” On December 19, US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, emphasized the strong potential of the US-India partnership, highlighting…

The increasing deforestation for firewood in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) is escalating both environmental problems and a rising public health crisis. As residents struggle to keep warm during severe winters, the rapid depletion of forests is accelerating climate change and leading to a variety of health risks. “Gilgit-Baltistan is a cold area, and people rely on wood for warmth. Unfortunately, this is leading to the destruction of forests, and now glaciers are melting, temperatures are fluctuating dramatically, and the situation is getting worse. Deforestation is a serious issue that must be controlled immediately” stated by a local resident. The continued deforestation…

Protests over the prolonged road closures in Kurram district in Pakistan continued on Sunday, with residents holding a sit-in outside the Parachinar Press Club, despite freezing temperatures. The blockade has resulted critical shortages of food, medicine, and essential supplies in the region, as per the Dawn report. Philanthropist Faisal Edhi stated that over 50 children have died due to insufficient medical facilities, with some reports indicating that the death toll may be even higher, the Dawn report. Agha Muzammil Hussain, Tehsil Council Chairman criticized the government for “besieging” Parachinar, intensifying the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Provincial Assembly Member Ali Hadi Irfani…