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9 Pakistani Labourers Shot Dead In Iran; Pakistan Seeks Comprehensive Investigation

editor January 28, 2024Leave a comment

Islamabad, Jan 28: Pakistan has requested a thorough probe into the savage attack in Iran that claimed the lives of nine of its citizens, which happened days after tensions between the two countries erupted over a tit-for-tat cross-border shooting. Unknown assailants opened indiscriminate fire on nine Pakistani labourers on Saturday in Iran's Sistan-Baluchestan province, close to the Pakistani border. Three more workers were wounded. In the province of Sistan-Baluchestan, "witnesses reported unknown armed men killed nine non-Iranians in a house in the Sirkan neighbourhood of Saravan city," according to Iran's Mehr news agency. At first, no organisation or person took ownership of the attack.The Foreign Office of Pakistan has called for a thorough inquiry into the attack and the prompt prosecution of those who carried it out. FO spokesman Mumtaz Zahra Baloch denounced the "horrifying and despicable" attack and stated, "We are in touch with Iranian authorities and have underscored the need to immediately investigate the incident and hold to account those involved in this heinous crime." Because of the great distance and security concerns, she claimed, Pakistan's consul in Zahedan was anticipated to arrive in a few hours in order to help the injured.Additionally, the Pakistani ambassador was supposed to meet with the local authorities to insist on taking firm measures against the offenders. As word of their deaths spread, the victims' relatives staged a demonstration in front of the Alipur assistant commissioner's office and pleaded with the Pakistani government to see to it that their loved ones' remains were returned to Muzaffargarh. According to Baloch, steps were being taken to enable the swift return of the victims' remains to their families. She continued, "Pakistan's resolve to combat terrorism is not diminished by this cowardly attack." Muddasir Tipu, Pakistan's ambassador to Iran, conveyed his outrage at the killings and promised the grieving families his entire support.Tipu wrote on X, "We have called upon Iran for full cooperation in this matter." The event occurs the day before the Iranian foreign minister is scheduled to visit Islamabad, when talks on border security and the problem of militant sanctuaries along the shared border are anticipated to be discussed. This incident is expected to increase tensions between Iran and Pakistan because it happened just one week after those two countries' tit-for-tat strikes in each other's territories. After Pakistan carried out "precision military strikes" on January 18 against what it claimed "terrorist hideouts" in Iran's Sistan-Baluchistan province, which resulted in nine deaths, tensions between Islamabad and Tehran increased.The incident was perceived as a form of reprisal for Iranian drone and missile strikes on two bases of the Sunni militant organisation Jaish al-Adl in Pakistan's restive province of Balochistan last Tuesday. Pakistan withdrew its ambassador from Tehran amid hostilities and prevented Iran's envoy from coming back to Islamabad. Regarding Pakistan's strikes, Tehran has called for the charge d'affaires of Islamabad. On the other hand, the two nations declared last Monday that they had made the decision to defuse the situation and resume diplomatic missions, with both ambassadors going back to their positions. The same area was used for Saturday's deaths as Pakistan's recent retaliatory strikes against Baloch rebel sanctuaries. [caption id="attachment_9806" align="alignnone" width="300"] 9 Pakistani Labourers Shot Dead In Iran; Pakistan Seeks Comprehensive Investigation[/caption]…

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Criticised For Assaulting ‘Protege’ In Viral Video, Issues Clarification

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New Delhi, Jan 28: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan found himself at the centre of a controversy after a video of him allegedly slapping a person went viral on social media on Saturday, following which the…

BSF, Punjab Police Seize Pakistani Drone With Heroin From Amritsar

editor January 27, 2024Leave a comment

Amritsar, Jan 27: In a coordinated operation, the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police retrieved a Pakistani drone from an agricultural field in Mode village near Amritsar, Punjab, along with one packet of heroin weighing 519 grammes. During an operation on January 26, the BSF and Punjab police completed the retrieval. "In response to intelligence input, BSF Punjab Frontier troops and Amritsar Rural Police (Punjab Police India) conducted a joint search operation on January 26, during the afternoon, and recovered 519 grammes of heroin and a Pakistani drone quadcopter model, DJI Mavic 3 Pro, made in China," the BSF said in an official statement.A metal ring was fastened to the packet and yellow adhesive tape was used to wrap the drugs. It also stated that this recovery happened in the agricultural area in the Amritsar District next to Mode village. The BSF added in the statement, "Once again, the watchful BSF troops thwarted the illicit intentions of smugglers." In a related incident, the Border Security Force (BSF) in Punjab's Amritsar on Friday retrieved a drone manufactured in China from a farming field in the hamlet of Roranwala Khurd. The official statement claims that the drone was recovered while the BSF troops were on patrol.The official statement stated, "On January 26, 2024, during the morning hours, BSF troops observed a suspicious item at about 09:00 hrs while carrying out area domination patrolling ahead of the border fence." When the odd object got closer, it turned out to be a tiny drone. It was successfully recaptured by BSF soldiers, it continued. The official announcement states that the recovered drone is a Chinese-made quadcopter. [caption id="attachment_9749" align="alignnone" width="300"] BSF, Punjab Police Seize Pakistani Drone With Heroin From Amritsar[/caption]

Indian Naval Hydrographic Department celebrate Republic Day in Antarctica

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NEW DELHI: At the Antarctic's Bharati Research Station, a team from the Indian Naval Hydrographic Department (INHD) commemorated the 75th anniversary of Republic Day. As part of the 43rd Indian Scientific Expedition to Antarctica (ISEA), a hydrographic survey team from the INHD arrived at the Indian Antarctic station Bharati on January 17 to conduct a hydrographic survey off Larsemann Hills. The Indian Navy said that the INHD team's hosting of the Indian Flag and Indian Naval Ensign in Antarctica demonstrated the Indian Navy's operational reach for carrying out non-combative operations."Celebrating #RepublicDay2024 in Antarctica, showcasing operational prowess in distant waters #IndianNavy's Hydrographic survey team from the Indian Naval Hydrographic Department, comprising Lt Cdr Rishabh Rawat & Manjeet PO(HY) at Bharati Research Station hoisted the tricolour," the Indian Navy wrote in a post that included photos from the event and its official X handle. As part of the Republic Day procession, The Indian Navy's band passed the Kartavya Path while playing their catchy hit, "Hum Taiyyar Hai." Leading the glittering Indian Navy band on Friday was M. Anthony Raj, MCPO (Musician) II Class, announcing to the world the strength and combat readiness of the Navy.To the tune of the marching band, 144 young sailors, both male and female, comprised the Naval Contingent. Lt Prajwal M, Lt Mudita Goyal, Lt Sharvani Supreiya, and Lt Devika H were the contingent commanders. The Naval Band and the Naval Marching Contingent were followed by the Indian Navy's tableau, which represented two important and contemporary subjects. The first was "Nari Shakti," which came after the Indian Navy declared that women are welcome in all positions and at all levels. The second was a mirror of Atma Nirbharta's "Sea Power across the Oceans through Indigenization".The Naval Contingent, including 144 young sailors, both male and female, was marching to the melody. The commanders of the contingent were Lt Prajwal M, Lt Mudita Goyal, Lt Sharvani Supreiya, and Lt Devika H. The Indian Navy's tableau, representing two significant and modern themes, came after the Naval Band and the Naval Marching Contingent. 'Nari Shakti' was the first, following the announcement that women are welcome in all roles and at all ranks in the Indian Navy. Atma Nirbharta's "Sea Power across the Oceans through Indigenization" was mirrored in the second.The entire carrier battle group, which includes the extremely capable escort ships Delhi, Kolkata, and Shivalik, the Light Combat Aircraft and Advanced Light Helicopter, the Kalavari Class Submarine, and the GSAT-7, Rukmani Satellite, was depicted in the tableau in addition to the formidable aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, which is built in India. The tableau showcases India's increasing expertise in shipbuilding, aerospace, missile and rocket technology, with each element created and manufactured in the country. Lt Cdr Bhope Juee Milind and Lt Cdr Nitheesh KS were the tableau commanders. [caption id="attachment_9722" align="alignnone" width="300"] Indian Naval Hydrographic Department celebrate Republic Day in Antarctica[/caption]

French Rafales, Marching Contingent Take Part In Republic Day Parade

editor January 26, 2024Leave a comment

NEW DELHI, Jan 26: At a lavish display on Friday to commemorate India's 75th Republic Day, French President Emmanuel Macron was the special guest. Two Rafale fighter planes and a multi-role tanker transport aircraft from the French Space and Air Force screamed across the skies of Delhi. Thousands of onlookers craned their necks in amazement as the whizzing aeroplanes split the morning sky, right as approximately 95 French troops marched down the Kartavya Path in the centre of the nation's capital. At the big procession, there was also a 30-piece French band contingent that attracted notice. [caption id="attachment_9670" align="alignnone" width="300"] French Rafales, Marching Contingent Take Part In Republic Day Parade[/caption]

ITBP Jawans Celebrate 75th Republic Day At Peaks Of Indo-China Border In Arunachal

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Arunachal Pradesh, Jan 26: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) soldiers deployed at the peaks of the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh celebrated the 75th Republic Day of India. Marking the occasion, Indian soldiers marched near…

“There existed large Hindu Temple…”: Hindu side lawyer cites ASI report on Gyanvapi complex survey

editor January 26, 2024Leave a comment

VARANASI: Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, the counsel for the Hindu side, stated that the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has made a "conclusive finding" and stated that there existed a large Hindu Temple prior to construction of the existing structure, a day after the Varanasi district court ruled that the ASI survey report on the Gyanvapi mosque complex will be given to litigants on both sides. According to the ASI, a sizable Hindu temple predated the building of the current building. This is the ASI's definitive conclusion, Vishnu Shankar Jain told the local media. He noted that according to the ASI, several inscriptions on both the pre-existing and present structure were discovered during the survey. "The current survey resulted in the recording of 34 inscriptions and the taking of 32 stamped pages. In actuality, these are inscriptions that were previously present on a Hindu temple's stone that were utilised again throughout the building and restoration of the current building. They have inscriptions written in Telugu, Kannada, Grantha, and Devanagari scripts. The repurposing of older inscriptions within the structure implies that the previous structures were demolished and their components were used for the building and restoration of the current structure. These inscriptions contain three names of deities, including Janardana, Rudra, and Umeshwara," the counsel stated. Vishnu Shankar Jain provided further information, stating that the ASI has stated that the pillars and plasters utilised in the current building were examined methodically and scientifically in order to build Sahan and expand the mosque. "Plasters and pillars from earlier temples were repurposed with minimal alterations. A close examination of the plasters and pillars in the corridors reveals that they were originally a part of an earlier Hindu temple, which was dismantled to make room for them in the current building. The Vyala figures that were carved on either side of the lotus medallion were also dismantled, and floral patterns were added to the area once the corners' stone mass was removed. Two comparable plasters that are still in their original locations on the north and south walls of the western chamber attest to this observation. "In response to a court's directive, the ASI surveyed the Gyanvapi grounds to ascertain whether the mosque was built over an earlier Hindu temple structure. Last month, the ASI sent its survey results in a sealed cover to the district court. [caption id="attachment_9658" align="alignnone" width="300"] "There existed large Hindu Temple...": Hindu side lawyer cites ASI report on Gyanvapi complex survey[/caption] …

Present UNSC Does Not Reflect Today’s Reality: UNGA President

editor January 24, 2024Leave a comment

NEW DELHI, Jan 24: Dennis Francis, the president of the U.N. General Assembly, stated on January 24 that reform of the U.N. Security Council is necessary since its current makeup does not accurately reflect the geopolitical landscape of today's globe. He stated at a press conference soon after speaking with S. Jaishankar, the minister of external affairs, that the Security Council has become increasingly incapable of making decisions in recent years to improve international peace and security. While in India for a five-day visit, Ambassador Francis emphasised the importance of UN Security Council reform. "It is imperative that the UN Security Council be reformed," he declared, adding that he discussed the matter with Mr. Jaishankar as well. India has been adamant on seeing changes made to the UN, particularly to the Security Council. The absence of significant progress in the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on Security Council reform has infuriated New Delhi in particular. India is a serious candidate to join the UN Security Council permanently. Currently, the General Assembly of the United Nations elects 10 non-permanent members for two-year terms, while there are five permanent members of the UNSC. Russia, the United States, China, France, and the United Kingdom are the five permanent members, and they each have the power to veto any significant resolution.The president of the United Nations General Assembly praised India as well for helping the African Union become a full member of the G20. "India's leadership in the international arena is evident in its outreach to Africa, especially in facilitating the African Union's membership in the G20," stated Francis. "There is no doubt in anyone's mind about it." More importantly, he continued, "it showed India's long-standing commitment to support and facilitate development in the Global South." Francis, a member of Trinidad and Tobago's diplomatic corps, declared peace, prosperity, advancement, and sustainability to be among his top priorities as president. "Rebuilding trust and reigniting solidarity" is the subject of his 78th United Nations General Assembly presidency. [caption id="attachment_9561" align="alignnone" width="300"] Present UNSC Does Not Reflect Today’s Reality: UNGA President[/caption]

Russian Il-76 Military Transport Plane With 65 Ukrainian POWs Crashes Near Border: Russian Defence Ministry

editor January 24, 2024Leave a comment

Moscow, Jan 24: A Russian military transport plane carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war, six crew and three people accompanying them crashed on Wednesday morning in Russia’s Belgorod region near Ukraine, Russia’s Defense Ministry said.…

Farooq, Omar leave for Saudi Arabia for Umrah

editor January 24, 2024Leave a comment

SRINAGAR: Farooq Abdullah, the president of the National Conference, and his son Omar Abdullah, who was previously a chief minister in Jammu and Kashmir, have left for Saudi Arabia to do Umrah, or the "minor Haj." The vice president of the National Conference, Omar Abdullah, shared a photo of himself and his father aboard a plane on social media. "O Allah, I intend to perform Umrah, so make it easy for me and accept it from me," wrote Omar. The two NC leaders were covered in "ehraam," which are two pieces of unstitched fabric that Muslims wear during the Haj and Umrah. [caption id="attachment_9524" align="alignnone" width="220"] Farooq, Omar leave for Saudi Arabia for Umrah[/caption]

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