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Rights group slams Pakistan fuel price hikes

ISLAMABAD A prominent human rights organization in Pakistan has issued a sharp warning to the government following a massive jump in fuel prices. The Human Rights Council of Pakistan stated that the decision to push petrol and diesel rates to record highs will put an unbearabl

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World

Global groups condemn protests outside Canadian temples

OTTAWA Hindu advocacy groups around the world are speaking out against a plan by the extremist group Sikhs for Justice to protest outside temples in Canada. The rallies are scheduled for April 5 at the Triveni Mandir in Brampton and the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey. Leader

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World

Russia offers more oil supply to India

MOSCOW As energy markets struggle with the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Russia is stepping up to help India secure its fuel future. Denis Manturov, confirmed that Russian energy giants are ready to significantly boost their exports of oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) to I

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World

Bangladesh cuts hours amid growing energy crisis

DHAKA Bangladesh is officially tightening its belt as a major energy crisis takes hold. Faced with fuel shortages caused by ongoing conflicts in West Asia, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s cabinet has announced strict new daily schedules to save power and reduce spending. The m

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World

World leaders demand reopening of vital seaway

LONDON A powerful group of forty nations, led by the United Kingdom, has joined forces to demand an end to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. During a high-level virtual meeting, UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper slammed the closure of the route, calling it a reckless move

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World

Artemis crew heads toward the moon

Slug: Lunar Journey Begins CAPE CANAVERAL History was created as the brave crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission officially left Earth’s orbit, charting a bold course toward the Moon. This milestone represents humanity’s first journey into deep space since the Apollo 17 mission

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World

Trump hits imported drugs with massive tariffs

Intro President Trump announced 100 percent tariffs on imported patented medicines and updated metal duties to boost domestic manufacturing. WASHINGTON, DC President Donald Trump has unveiled a bold new trade strategy, placing a 100 percent tariff on specific imported pa

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World

Nepal court extends former leader’s prison time

Blurb A Nepal court extended former PM KP Sharma Oli’s custody by two days to finish questioning him regarding his role in the 2025 Gen-Z protest violence. KATHMANDU A court in Nepal has decided to keep former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in custody for two more days. Th

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World

Iran defends history against American military threats

Intro Iran dismissed Donald Trump's military threats as ignorance, defending its ancient civilization while warning against potential war crimes. NEW YORK Iran has delivered a sharp response to recent comments made by Donald Trump, choosing to defend its ancient culture

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World

Karachi’s oldest Hindu temple faces neglect

Islamabad A leading minority rights group has called the decaying Ramchandra Mandir in Karachi a “national shame.” Once a symbol of harmony near Ratan Talao Street, the historic temple is now enclosed by cement walls and iron gates with Islamic inscriptions. The Voice of Pakis

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World

South Korea, France unite for Hormuz security

Seoul South Korea and France have agreed to cooperate on securing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East tensions says President Lee Jae Myung. During talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, the leaders discussed boosting energy security, trade, and ec

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World

Four more Baloch civilians vanish mysteriously

Quetta Four Baloch civilians have reportedly disappeared in Balochistan, raising fresh human rights concerns, Paank, a local rights group. Among the missing are students Kareem, Shayhaq Rahim, Noor Khan, and Sameer, allegedly abducted in broad daylight by armed individuals or

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World

Deadly floods ravage Balochistan, roads cut off

Quetta Heavy rains and flash floods hit Balochistan, killing seven people and injuring four. Dozens of homes were destroyed, over 50 livestock drowned, and hundreds of acres of crops lost across Kachhi, Nasirabad, Jhal Magsi, Sibi, Harnai, Kohlu, Turbat, and other districts. L

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Karnataka

LPG shortage hits Mysuru auto drivers hard

Mysuru Auto drivers in Mysuru are struggling as LPG gas for vehicles has become scarce, following disruptions caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East. Long queues of autos were seen at gas stations across the city, including Nazarabad, Vijayanagar, and J.K. Maidan, with s

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Karnataka

Good Friday observed with special prayers and devotion in Udupi

Udupi Churches in Udupi observed Good Friday by offering special prayers. The day began with the Way of the Cross in the morning, and was followed by prayers in the afternoon. For Christians, Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ at Calvary, which took pl

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Karnataka

Moodbidri Community Center opens for local development

Moodbidri The new Moodbidri Community Center established by Namma Nada Kotla (N.N.O.) was inaugurated, marking a step forward for local education and community growth. The center was formally opened by Dr. Rizwan Ahmed, President of N.N.O.’s Central Committee. Speaking at t

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Karnataka

Jailer held for taking bribe from inmate

Karwar A jailer of Haliya Sub Jail was caught by the Lokayukta for demanding a bribe from an inmate to release government funds meant for him. The accused, Kallappa Gasti, allegedly demanded Rs 60,000 from an inmate named Raj Kumar, who had worked in the jail and was eligib

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