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Iran Hits Back at UK Over RAF Fairford Claim

Tehran rejects British claims of Iranian involvement as police continue investigating arrests near the US-linked RAF base….reports Asian Lite News Desk Iran has rejected claims by the UK government that Tehran played a role in a recent security incident near RAF Fairford, a British military base used by the US Air Force in Gloucestershire. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi dismissed the allegation in a post on X on Thursday, after British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said there were “strong indications” that Iran had played a part in the incident. Burnham said the matter remained the subject of an ongoing

China’s Intellectual Property Practices Face Global Scrutiny

Chinese companies face growing scrutiny over intellectual property compliance as they expand across European and other international markets….reports Asian Lite News Desk China’s approach to intellectual property rights (IPR) is facing renewed scrutiny, with critics arguing that Beijing’s efforts to strengthen domestic protections have not always been matched by compliance with international intellectual property rules. A recent article published by Uganda’s Nile Post argues that China is developing an IPR system focused heavily on domestic priorities, while Chinese companies continue to face allegations of

Iraq sets June deadline for armed factions to surrender weapons

Iraq has set June 30, 2027 as a new deadline for armed

Brazil, US Nearer To Trade Deal

The Brazilian minister said his government had consistently remained willing to negotiate,

Switzerland President Parmelin To Visit India

The visit will be Parmelin’s first State Visit to India and his

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UN Assembly chief vows to lead UNSC reform

United Nations General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman intends to lead efforts to advance reform of the Security Council, a process that has remained stalled

Iran says it awaits US response on Hormuz proposal

Iran awaits a US response on its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Qatar mediates between Tehran and

PoK Crackdown Lands at UN

UKPNP raises alleged human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan at the UN Human Rights Council session in Geneva….reports

Netanyahu Meets UAE President In Abu Dhabi

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met UAE President H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi for talks on bilateral

Afghanistan Waits as World Debates

Afghanistan has again come under international scrutiny at the UN General Assembly, with concerns over human rights, humanitarian needs and

Why Southeast Asia Is Looking Towards BRICS

Southeast Asian countries are showing greater interest in BRICS as they seek to diversify economic and diplomatic partnerships….reports Asian Lite

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Uk MP Urges Stronger Action Over Balochistan Rights Abuses

British Labour MP John McDonnell has urged the UK government to take a more proactive role in addressing alleged human rights violations in Pakistan’s

UK: New rights for bereavement and pregnancy loss

Workers will gain new legal rights to unpaid bereavement leave from 2027, including two weeks following pregnancy loss before 24

Manchester to host G20 summit in 2027

Manchester will welcome Donald Trump and other G20 leaders in 2027 as the UK uses its presidency to focus on

‘Climate crisis is now a security threat’

Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband says climate change and nature loss must move to the heart of national security policy as

Air traffic chaos strikes again in UK

A second NATS technical failure in two weeks has triggered fresh cancellations, airline criticism and renewed questions over the resilience

RAF Support For Saudi Fight

Britain will provide limited defensive air-to-air refuelling support to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks threaten regional security, energy supplies and

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Airbus delivers first jet from new China line

Airbus has delivered the first A320neo from its second Tianjin assembly line, expanding production capacity as China’s aviation market continues to grow, reports Asian Lite News Desk Airbus has delivered the first

Hong Kong retains global finance crown in Asia

Hong Kong retains third place in the latest global financial centres index, leading Asia-Pacific while ranking first worldwide in fintech and financial sector development, reports Asian Lite News Desk Hong Kong has retained its position as the world’s third-largest financial

Oracle cuts jobs as AI spending surges

The move follows a substantial reduction in Oracle’s workforce during the company’s

India Remittances Surge Over Decade

Digital connectivity has strengthened these links by allowing migrants to share knowledge

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Hrithik’s Cameo Steals Alpha Trailer

Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on July 3. The teaser of the film was released on June 10,

Remembering SSR: Masterpieces Worth Rewatching

His debut in Kai Po Che introduced him as Ishaan, a passionate former cricketer mentoring a young talent. The performance showcased raw intensity and

Janhvi Loves Films of the 1980s Era

Janhvi made her acting debut in 2018 with the romantic drama Dhadak. Since then, she has appeared in films including Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil

Kohli, Anushka Celebrate RCB Triumph

Anushka Sharma celebrated Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory with a heartfelt social media post featuring a kiss on Virat Kohli’s forehead as he held

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‘Gold Feels Different’

The 29-year-old said the gold medal carried a different significance from the trophies she has collected during her cricket career…Reports India Daily News Desk

India’s Golden Gun Strikes

The victory marks the latest and biggest achievement in a rapid rise that has established Dhanda as one of India’s leading international trap shooters….reports

Why Kohli Isn’t Chasing Records

Kohli says winning matches, rather than personal records, has always been his priority in international cricket….reports India Daily News Desk Virat Kohli has said

‘Give Me The Rifle, I’ll See The Degree Later’

From rented rifles and limited resources to the national squad, Niraj’s journey has been driven by an Olympic dream….reports India Daily News Desk When

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Trump Plans AI Force and Appointment of AI Czar

Trump plans ‘AI Force’ and ‘AI Czar’ as US debate over technology intensifies…reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has announced plans to establish an “AI Force” and appoint an artificial intelligence “Czar”, as debate continues in the