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No End to Torkham Border Violence

The border crossing, which remained closed for the 13th consecutive day on Thursday, saw intermittent exchanges of fire between the two sides. The tense Torkham border between Pakistan and Afghanistan remains a

March 7, 2025

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Bangladeshis Fume Over Dhaka Attack

The mob, consisting of over 100 youngsters, ransacked the flat on Wednesday, alleging that Awami League workers were hiding inside…reports Asian Lite News A violent midnight raid by a mob, primarily composed

March 7, 2025

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Columbia investigates students critical of Israel

One student activist is under investigation for putting up stickers off campus that mimicked “Wanted” posters, bearing the likenesses of university trustees. …reports Asian Lite News Columbia University senior Maryam Alwan was

March 7, 2025

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US Mulls New Entry Ban for Pakistan, Afghanistan

Pakistani sources said that vetting may expose deficiencies, risking a full US travel ban and jeopardizing countless Pakistanis and Afghans seeking immigration. Sources in the Pakistani establishment told IANS on Thursday that

March 6, 2025

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Nepal Vows Early Exit FATF Grey List

Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel placed the blame on the previous administration for Nepal’s inclusion in the FATF grey list. Nepal’s Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel has assured that the country will be removed

March 6, 2025

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Bangladesh, Pakistan discuss ‘positive momentum’ in ties

Top officials from both sides discussed the upcoming visit of Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to Bangladesh. Pakistan’s Additional Foreign Secretary (Asia and Pacific), Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, held high-level meetings

March 6, 2025

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PM Modi Due in Lanka

PM Modi may stop in Colombo on his way back from Bangkok after the BIMSTEC Summit (April 2-4)….reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Sri Lanka in

March 5, 2025

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Afghans Face Persecution, Demand Action

Rights activist Mohammad Khan Talebi Mohammadzai stated that the situation of Afghan refugees in host countries, especially Pakistan, is extremely concerning….reports Asian Lite News Afghan refugees facing relentless harassment in Pakistan and

March 5, 2025

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Fresh Protests Erupt in Bangladesh

The protestors gathered at the site of the incident and later marched towards the parliament building, demanding Chowdhury’s immediate removal…reports Asian Lite News Bangladesh is experiencing a new wave of protests, with

March 4, 2025

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Arab Economy Makes Up 5% of Global GDP

The report shows that GCC per capita income exceeds the global average, with Qatar ranking as the world’s fourth wealthiest nation…reports Asian Lite News The Arab economy contributes nearly 5% of the

March 4, 2025

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