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Ivory Coast tightens protest ban

Two-month ban on demonstrations deepens fears of repression as opposition leaders barred and hundreds detained ahead of October 25 vote…reports Asian Lite News Ivory Coast authorities have imposed a sweeping two-month ban

October 19, 2025

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Portugal Passes Veil Ban

The legislation prohibits the use of clothing that conceals the face in public areas, with specific reference to the burqa…reports Asian Lite News Portugal’s parliament has passed a controversial bill banning the

October 19, 2025

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India’s ‘bridge-building’ bid at UNHRC

India secured 177 of the 188 valid votes cast. The country will represent the Asia-Pacific group, which has 17 regional seats, four of which were up for election this year….reports Asian Lite

October 16, 2025

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BRICS an attack on dollar, says Trump

Trump threatens tariffs on BRICS nations, calls bloc “an attack on the dollar” during meeting with Argentina’s Milei…reports Asian Lite News US President Donald Trump has described the BRICS alliance as “an

October 16, 2025

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UN stuck in 1945, says Jaishankar

Jaishankar warned that institutions unable to adapt to changing realities risk becoming obsolete….reports Asian Lite News External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday said the United Nations still reflects the world of

October 16, 2025

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India wins unopposed seat on UNHRC

India last served on the HRC in 2024, completing a second consecutive term….reports Asian Lite News India has been elected unopposed to the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) for the seventh time,

October 15, 2025

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Brazilian Vice President Alckmin begins two-day India visit

Alckmin is expected to attend the India-Brazil Business Forum and visit the All India Institute of Ayurveda….reports Asian Lite News Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin will embark on a two-day visit to

October 15, 2025

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UN Faces Crisis, Says Rajnath

Rajnath Singh said India recognises that the success of peacekeeping depends not only on numbers but on preparedness….reports Asian Lite News Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday highlighted the urgent need for

October 14, 2025

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Trump Misses Nobel but Gets Credit

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she was dedicating the prize to “the suffering people of Venezuela and to President Trump for his decisive support of our cause.”…report Asian Lite News

October 11, 2025

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Starmer backs UNSC seat for India

During the visit, Starmer underscored the growing UK-India partnership, particularly in areas of technology, education, trade, and cultural exchange…reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reiterated his country’s strong support

October 10, 2025

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