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Pursuing Undergraduate degree in Journalism, Psychology and English. Christ University, Bangalore.

Taliban closes education center for girls in south Afghanistan till further notice - Asiana Times

Taliban closes the NGO-based education institutes which provide education to girls mostly Credit: The New Indian Express In a move that has sparked outrage and concern, the Taliban has closed down all education centers for girls in southern Afghanistan. This decision will deprive thousands of young girls of their right to education and marks a significant setback for the country’s progress towards gender equality. The authorities said they are closing the education centers which are supported by non-government groups, while they review their activities the institutes will be closed till further notice. Those centers are for girls who are banned…

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US helicopter raid in Syria targeted senior IS leader - Asiana Times

US successful raid in Syria killed a senior IS leader and other two fighter The US Central Command announced that a raid in Syria had targeted a senior leader of the Islamic State (IS) group. The operation, which was carried out by US special forces, resulted in the death of the targeted individual and two other armed fighters. The identity of the senior IS leader has not been released by US officials, but he is believed to have played a key role in planning terror attacks in the Middle East and Europe”, it alleged. The operation was conducted in cooperation…

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₹4 lakh compensation announced for victims of Bihar hooch tragedy: Nitish Kumar  - Asiana Times

The death toll increased to 22 people after consuming illicit liquor in Bihar. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced that the families of the 21 people who died in the recent hooch tragedy in the state will receive an ex gratia payment of ₹4 lakhs. However, the chief minister has also made it clear that the families will only receive the payment if they agree to give up any claims for further compensation or legal action. The Hooch tragedy occurred in the Champaran district of Bihar on April 14, 2024. A local bootlegger had allegedly sold a batch of…

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South Korea, Japan, US trilateral exercise, a response to North Korea’s tests - Asiana Times

South Korea, Japan, US conducted missile drills as defence from ongoing threats from North Korea Seoul, South Korea – South Korea, the United States, and Japan have held joint missile defence drills aimed at countering North Korea’s growing missile capabilities. The trilateral exercise, which took place over several days, saw the three countries deploy their missile defence systems and conduct simulated missile interceptions. The drills come amid growing concerns over North Korea’s missile and nuclear weapons programs, which have continued to advance despite international sanctions and diplomatic efforts to curb the regime’s weapons development. South Korea’s Defence Ministry said in…

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Dead Toll increases to 100 in Sudan as the clash continues  - Asiana Times

The number of death is increasing in Sudan as there is no stop to the fight Photo source: BBC Khartoum, Sudan – The toll of clashes in Sudan’s capital Khartoum has neared 100 as the army and paramilitaries continue to engage in violent confrontations. According to reports, the clashes that broke out on Saturday have continued throughout the days,  leaving scores of people dead and injured. Eyewitnesses reported that heavy gunfire and explosions could be heard across Khartoum, with smoke rising from various parts of the city. Local residents were seen fleeing the area, seeking shelter in safer locations. The…

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Kejriwal under intense CBI questioning; Protests held in Chandigarh by AAP party - Asiana Times

Kejriwal under fire by CBI questions for bribe case, which was heavily criticised was Chandigarh AAP members Chandigarh, India – Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supporters in Chandigarh took to the streets on Sunday to protest the questioning of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a bribery case. The protesters gathered outside the CBI office in the city, raising slogans against the central government and demanding justice for their leader. CBI Summons Kejriwal The CBI had summoned Kejriwal to appear before them on Friday in connection with a bribery case. The case, which dates…

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Priyanka Gandhi on Atif killing; It is important to give punishment to criminals, through law  - Asiana Times

After the killing of Atif Ahmad by three unknown killers, Priyanka Gandhi tweeted about justice through law New Delhi: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has expressed her views on the recent killing of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmad and his brother Ashraf in Uttar Pradesh. While she condemned the crime, she also emphasized the need for ensuring justice through the legal system and cautioned against the culture of “extrajudicial killings”. In a statement issued on Friday, Priyanka Gandhi said, “It is important to give punishment to criminals, but it should be done through due process of law. The rule of law is…

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North Korea tests nuclear-capable underwater attack drone. - Asiana Times

In a statement released today, Korea announced that it has successfully tested a new nuclear-capable underwater attack drone. The drone, which is said to be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead, is designed to be launched from a submarine and can travel long distances undetected. According to state media, the drone was designed to target enemy warships and submarines, and cause a ‘radioactive tsunami.’ Was successfully tested in the waters off the east coast of the Korean peninsula. The Korean military claimed that the test was a success and that the drone is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. The…

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Trump's indictment, calls for protest. - Asiana Times

New York: On 20 March, workers arranged barricades around a Manhattan courthouse as New York City braced for Donald Trump’s possible indictment over an alleged hush-money payment to a porn star during his 2016 campaign. It would be the first-ever criminal case filed against a U.S. president; barriers went up soon after he called his followers to protest, informing them through his social media accounts and predicting his arrest on Tuesday. Trump raised concerns for law enforcement after him calling for protest, saying supporters might cause violence just similar to the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021,…

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