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UAE honours flydubai crew for saving passengers during cockpit attack

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan awards the First Class Order of Zayed II to Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar and his fellow flydubai crew recognised for protecting passengers during an in-flight emergency on 30 September…reports Asian Lite News Desk The United Arab Emirates has honoured Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar and fellow flydubai crew members for their courage in protecting passengers during a serious in-flight incident that forced a Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight to divert to Saudi Arabia. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conferred the First Class Order of Zayed II on the crew members in

China Wants Chips, EU Holds the Cards

As Beijing eyes advanced lithography machines from Europe, EU closes ranks against coercive Chinese ways…writes Dr Sakariya Kareem With members of the European Union closing ranks to combat unethical trade practices by China, Beijing’s ploy to address the imbalance in trade faced by EU conditional on softening control on the export of advanced lithography machines from Dutch giant ASML may not meet with success. The trade deficit faced by the EU with China was about $35 billion in September this year, working

Faith at crossroads: Pakistan’s blasphemy laws and India’s secular constitutional shield

Pakistan’s blasphemy laws expose religious minorities to prosecution, while India’s Constitution guarantees

Sheikh Hasina Alleges Human Rights Abuses Under BNP Rule

Bangladesh’s former prime minister alleges mass arrests, torture and political repression under

Nepal Suspends Trekking Permits Over Snowfall and Avalanche Fears

Nepal suspends trekking permits for three days as heavy snowfall and avalanche

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Nepal’s Cricket Carnival Returns with Bigger Ambitions

Curbs on Women Continue to Hamper Afghan Aid, UN Says

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Pakistan’s medical dream is losing its appeal as MDCAT registrations plunge

Nepal Power Export Earnings Rise Despite Flood Damage

Gwadar’s Big Bet Faces Gulf Port Rivalry

Jaishankar hosts African envoys, backs Africa’s rise in multipolar world

Diplomats meet in Istanbul to prevent wider Middle East conflict

Arab nations condemn deadly Jordan church attack

Epic Fury 2.0? Trump threatens fresh Iran strikes as Tehran vows retaliation

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‘Unacceptable and Stupid’: Macron Takes Aim at Trump

Emmanuel Macron has criticised Donald Trump and other foreign leaders for allegedly exploiting France’s recent unrest for political gain…reports Asian Lite News Desk French

Oman Sultan’s UK visit puts Gulf security and trade in focus

Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visits Britain as King Charles praises Muscat’s regional diplomacy, while both countries reaffirm historic ties

France to impose fresh curfews as protest unrest continues

France will introduce fresh curfews in areas where authorities consider them necessary following violent protests and looting in several cities…reports

Trump warns Zelensky: Make a Russia deal before it’s too late

Donald Trump has warned Volodymyr Zelensky that delaying a peace agreement with Russia could leave Ukraine facing increasingly unfavourable terms…reports

France Protest Network Exposed? Report Identifies 54 Organisations

An investigation has identified 54 organisations it says supported or amplified protests in France…reports Asian Lite News Desk A network

Britain Warns Firms Again as Israeli E1 Settlement Tender Deadline Arrives

Britain threatens sanctions against businesses bidding for Israeli settlement construction in E1, warning the project could undermine Palestinian statehood and

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UK deploys Typhoon jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

Britain will deploy RAF Typhoons, transport aircraft and military advisers to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks intensify, targeting cities, airports and critical infrastructure…reports Asian

UK, US urged to outgun rivals in new arms race

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has urged Britain and the US to accelerate weapons production and military innovation as emerging technologies

ADHD and Autism at Risk of Over-Diagnosis?

A government review warns of possible over-diagnosis of ADHD and autism in England, urging tighter assessment rules while calling for

Miliband to Putin: ‘You Will Remain a Pariah’

Ed Miliband warns Putin he will remain a pariah as Britain announces £54m in winter aid, fresh sanctions and funding

UK and Germany Ratify Kensington Treaty

Britain and Germany ratify the Kensington Treaty, agreeing new cooperation on AI, quantum research, defence and security while targeting investment,

Britain renames Jerusalem consulate as UK Mission after Israel row

Britain has kept its East Jerusalem diplomatic compound open as a smaller UK Mission after Israel ordered the consulate closed

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Ambani’s Jio launches $3.2bn share sale in India

Jio Platforms, the digital and telecommunications business controlled by Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries, has launched a $3.2 billion initial public offering, expected to become India’s largest share sale. The offering comes amid

Philip Morris Warns of Rising Costs From Global Conflicts

The tobacco giant beat third-quarter profit forecasts but warned that Middle East-related inflation and disruptions in Ukraine are increasing costs and could weigh on operating income, reports Asianlite News Desk. Philip Morris International has warned that global conflicts are increasingly

Cyber Chiefs Urge Urgent PHP Security Update

Cybersecurity agencies in the UK, EU and Australia have warned organisations to

UK firms land £330m Africa deals

British exporters are set to benefit from more than £330 million in

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Anupam Kher announces 556th film

The veteran actor says his latest international project has reminded him that cinema transcends language and cultural differences…reports Asian Lite News Desk Veteran Indian

Four accused in Tiger Shroff firing case remanded until October 26

Two men and two women arrested over the firing incident have been remanded in police custody as investigators examine their movements and alleged preparations

Nana Patekar passes away at 75

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, celebrated for his powerful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, has died aged 75 in Goa…reports Asian Lite News Desk

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

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Al Wahda Wins Third Straight Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup

Al Wahda clinches its third straight President’s Cup title as Hamdan honours the winners in Abu Dhabi….reports Asian Lite News Desk Al Wahda Jiu-Jitsu

‘India’s batting collapse should be an eye-opener’

Deepti and Niki steadied the innings with an 82-run fifth-wicket partnership from 63 balls, turning a precarious chase into a comfortable victory…reports Asian Lite

Australia face Champions Trophy test with T20I shortage

Speaking in Sydney on Saturday ahead of the opening match against New Zealand, Nitschke stressed the importance of the upcoming series despite the gap

Seven Nations Vie To Host 2036 Olympics

Germany, Hungary, India, Qatar, South Africa, Türkiye and the Republic of Korea are in the race as the IOC outlines the road to the

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US Bans DeepSeek from Government Systems

Washington has barred Chinese AI technology from civilian government agencies, citing wider concerns over security and competition as the US seeks to maintain its lead in artificial intelligence, reports Asianlite News Desk. The United States has ordered the removal of