The human cost of conflict has once again come under scrutiny following a statement issued by the Republic of Balochistan condemning what it described as Pakistani airstrikes on civilian areas within Afghanistan. The statement expressed solidarity with the Afghan people and urged the international community to pay attention to the reported loss of civilian lives. According to the Republic of Balochistan, the alleged airstrikes struck residential areas in the Afghan provinces of Kunar, Khost, and Paktika. The statement claimed that 14 children, one woman, and one elderly man were killed, while 16 women and children sustained injuries. These casualty figures…
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In a rare show of coordinated international concern, a coalition of 22 countries has issued a joint statement condemning what it describes as alleged hostile activities linked to Iranian state security organizations operating across Europe, North America, and Australia. The statement, released on June 10, was jointly endorsed by the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, and numerous other European partners. It expressed alarm over what the signatory governments characterized as a pattern of lethal plots and malign activities allegedly connected to Iranian security agencies. According to the declaration, the governments specifically cited alleged…
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off on 11 June and runs until 19 July, with matches being played across Canada, the United States and Mexico. In light of previous World Cups and incidents documented in host countries, the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) warns about threats to press freedom, visa restrictions on journalists and sexism and discrimination affecting media professionals covering the tournament. Access restrictions: There have been access restrictions for foreign journalists in the US in the run-up to the tournament. According to the International Sports Press Association, foreign journalists, particularly those from African countries or Iran,…
The Holy Relics of Lord Buddha’s two chief disciples, Arhant Sariputra and Arhant Maudgalyayana, returned to India on Tuesday following a highly successful 10-day public exposition at the Gandan Tegchenling Monastery in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The exposition, held from May 31 to June 9, 2026, was organised by the National Museum of India under the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Government of Madhya Pradesh, the Mahabodhi Society of Sri Lanka, and the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), at the request of the Gandan Tegchenling Monastery. The sacred relics were opened for public viewing on the occasion of Mongolian Buddha Purnima…
In a major move to protect railway passengers from food safety, financial and cyber security risks, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched an extensive crackdown on unauthorized e-catering websites and mobile applications operating across the Indian Railways network. IRCTC has initiated legal and criminal proceedings against several unauthorized food delivery operators accused of misusing its branding and offering unregulated food services. The action follows a legal notice issued on February 18, 2026, and subsequent criminal complaints filed in March and April this year. The drive has led to action against multiple websites, including railrestro.com, railmitra.com, travelkhana.com,…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a multi-nation visit to France and Slovakia from June 13 to 18, 2026, aimed at strengthening strategic partnerships, boosting innovation cooperation, and enhancing India’s engagement with Europe and the G7 nations. During the first leg of the visit, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Nice, France, for bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron on June 14. The leaders will review the full spectrum of India-France ties under the recently elevated Special Global Strategic Partnership and jointly inaugurate the Bharat Innovates event, bringing together leading startups and venture capital funds from India, France…
To commemorate World Environment Day, the exhibition “Contours of Climate Action: Our Planet, Our Lens” was inaugurated in Kolkata yesterday bringing together powerful visual narratives on conservation and climate action. The exhibition has been jointly organised by the British Deputy High Commission Kolkata and the Indo-British Scholars’ Association (IBSA). Hosted at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC), the showcase features selected photographs from an international contest that invited photographers and visual storytellers to capture compelling images highlighting environmental conservation and climate action. The photography competition was judged by an eminent panel comprising internationally acclaimed nature and conservation photographer Dhritiman Mukherjee,…
The Indian Army, under the aegis of Red Horns Division, Gajraj Corps, conducted a Motivational Weapon Display for 550 NCC cadets attending the Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC-42) of 1 Assam Battalion NCC, Guwahati Group at JNV Nalbari today. The display featured modern infantry weapons, small arms and military equipment currently in service with the Armed Forces. Army personnel briefed cadets on the technical features, operational employment and maintenance of the systems, providing valuable insight into the ongoing modernization of the Indian Army. The initiative aimed to enhance awareness about the dedication and sacrifices of soldiers while motivating young cadets…
In a major boost to maritime electronic warfare capabilities and the Government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a Rs 449 crore contract with Accord Software and Systems Private Limited (ASSPL), Bengaluru, for the procurement of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (ECGNSS) Jammers for the Indian Navy. The contract, signed under the Buy (Indian–Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category with a minimum 75 per cent indigenous content, was inked in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh in New Delhi on June 10. The ECGNSS Jammers are designed to degrade satellite signal…
India urged the international community to hold Pakistan accountable following reports of deaths and injuries during a police crackdown on protesters in Rawalkot, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Speaking at the weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal alleged that Pakistan had committed serious human rights violations in the region and described the police action against demonstrators as severe. The remarks came amid reports that police used force against protesters who were demonstrating against sharp increases in the prices of essential commodities, including flour. Demonstrators also called for the removal of the reservation of 12 seats for refugees…