The Afghan Chessboard: Strategic Rivalries And Pathways To Cooperation – OpEd
Tuesday, 2 July 2024 () The role of India, China, and Russia in Afghanistan carries significant importance in the context of contemporary international relations, particularly considering the resurgence of the Taliban. These major powers each possess distinct interests in Afghanistan, including strategic, economic, and security considerations. These...
In a shocking incident, Tajamul Islam, a close aide of a TMC leader, was arrested for assaulting a youth and a woman during an 'Insaf Sabha' over an alleged extramarital affair. The video of the assault, which has gone viral, shows the harsh reality of Taliban-style 'quick justice' being practiced in parts of West Bengal. Opposition leaders from BJP and the Left have condemned the incident and called for immediate action. Watch the full video for more details on this disturbing event.
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The death toll from flooding in northern Afghanistan rose to 315, with over 1,600 injured, according to the Taliban's Ministry for Refugees. The UN's World Food Programme reported similar figures, with Baghlan province being the worst-hit, witnessing over 1,000 homes destroyed. The floods, caused by heavy rains, affected several provinces including Badakhshan, Ghor, and Herat. Zabihullah Mujahid, Taliban's spokesperson, described the floods as calamitous, resulting in significant financial losses and a substantial number of casualties. Relief efforts, including the distribution of fortified biscuits, are underway to aid survivors.
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Members of the former Afghanistan women’s team call on the International Cricket Council to help them form a refugee team based in Australia. BBC Sport
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces major security overhaul at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Astana. Learn about the new anti-terrorism and anti-drug centers and their impact on regional stability.
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PM Modi addresses the SCO summit, emphasizing the need for a decisive response against terrorism and advocating for connectivity projects that respect.. IndiaTimes
External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday asked the global community to isolate the countries providing safe havens to terrorists. Speaking at the.. IndiaTimes
Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, engaged in a series of bilateral meetings during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Kazakhstan. He met with Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, emphasising strong ties. Putin also discussed trade and cooperation in energy and agriculture with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Additionally, he held talks with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting economic collaboration. Putin concluded by meeting with Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ahead of the SCO Heads of State Council meeting in Astana on July 4th.
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