Pakistan’s army has always been influential - now its chief has new powers

Pakistan’s parliament has voted to give army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir new powers and lifetime immunity from arrest and prosecution, a move that critics say paves the way towards autocracy.

China, Japan trade barbs over Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan in growing row

China and Japan traded barbs on Friday over recent remarks by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Japan’s potential involvement in a Taiwan contingency, as the two Asian neighbors locked themselves in an escalating diplomatic row.

Australian schools shut over asbestos risk in children’s sand

About 30 schools in Australia have been fully or partially closed after a warning over asbestos risks in children’s sand.

India state offers menstrual leave to all working women

The southern Indian state of Karnataka, which is also home to some of the world’s biggest IT firms, has become the first in the country to offer paid menstrual leave to all working women in formal jobs.

World’s top YouTuber MrBeast launches Saudi theme park

Cristiano Ronaldo. Naomi Campbell. Sofia Vergara. And the latest celebrity brought to Saudi Arabia in the kingdom’s push to become a global entertainment destination: MrBeast, the most popular YouTuber on the planet.

The rising threat of terrorism in South Asia: A closer look at recent explosions in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh

South Asia is facing a surge of violence that threatens to destabilise the region. In a matter of days, devastating bombings rocked the capitals of India and Pakistan, while Bangladesh was engulfed in arson and crude bomb attacks ahead of a politically charged court verdict.

BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation

The BBC has apologised to US President Donald Trump for a Panorama episode that spliced parts of his 6 January 2021 speech together, but rejected his demands for compensation.

British MP Bob Blackman Introduces Motion Reaffirming India’s Sovereignty Over J&K

British Conservative MP Bob Blackman, representing Harrow East, introduced an Early Day Motion in the UK House of Commons on Monday, coinciding with Jammu and Kashmir Accession Day.

Chinese scientist charged with smuggling pathogen into US to be deported

A Chinese scientist charged in Michigan with smuggling biological materials pleaded guilty on Wednesday, but was given no additional time in jail beyond the five months she already spent in custody.

World’s first flying car factory begins production in China

Aridge, Xpeng’s flying car subsidiary, has started trial production at the world’s first flying car factory in Guangzhou.

Bangladesh braces for disruptions as former ruling party calls for lockdown to protest Hasina trial

Classes and transportation in Bangladesh were seriously disrupted Thursday as ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her former ruling Awami League party called for a nationwide “lockdown” in protest against her trial over last year’s protests that left hundreds dead.

Trump signs spending bill to end longest shutdown in US history

President Donald Trump has signed a spending bill to reopen the government and end the longest shutdown in US history.

Tata, Adani, Reliance power up Bhutan Hydroelectric ambitions in India-Bhutan energy collaboration

India and Bhutan have taken a big step forward in their ties and energy cooperation. During his visit to Bhutan on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a ₹4,000 crore (about $455 million) line of credit to support new energy projects, Reuters reported.

Sixteen years after Lahore: Is Pakistan truly safe for cricket?

When the Sri Lankan national cricket team began their much-anticipated tour of Pakistan this November—scheduled for a three-match ODI series followed by a triangular T20 tournament with Zimbabwe—the return of cricket diplomacy quickly turned into a test of nerves.

Australia at risk of ’high-impact sabotage’ from China, says spy chief

Australia’s spy chief says hackers linked to the Chinese government and military are targeting the country’s critical infrastructure, warning the country was increasingly at risk of ’’high-impact sabotage’’.

Apple to sell $230 iPhone pocket this week

Apple has partnered with Japanese luxury fashion house Issey Miyake to launch a 3D-knitted carrying bag for the iPhone that resembles a sock, a limited-edition accessory inspired by minimalist design.

Global girl group Katseye have received ’thousands’ of death threats

The girl group Katseye say they have received multiple online death threats since they made their debut last year.

Turkish military cargo plane crashes with at least 20 on board

A Turkish military cargo plane carrying at least 20 people has crashed near the Azerbaijan-Georgia border, Turkey’s defence ministry has said.

Protesters break into COP30 venue in Brazil

Protesters carrying signs reading ’’our forests are not for sale’’ broke through security lines of the COP30 climate talks on Tuesday night in Belém, Brazil.

Japan rebukes Chinese diplomat as Taiwan furore escalates

TOKYO: Japan criticised a Chinese diplomat on Monday (Nov 10) for ’’extremely inappropriate’’ remarks seemingly directed at Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, after she suggested that Tokyo could take military action if Beijing attacked neighbouring Taiwan.

Russia ’Actively Preparing’ For Putin’s India Visit: Kremlin

Russia is ’’actively preparing’’ for President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India, expected before the end of the year, the Kremlin has said accroding to state media TASS.

Stabilising Sino-US Ties: A New Foundation of Certainty and Mutual Reassessment

The recent high-level meeting between the Chinese and US heads of state has succeeded in injecting a significant degree of certainty into the often volatile relationship between the two global powers for the coming period. Against a backdrop of prolonged trade tensions and geopolitical friction that have lasted for over seven years, the consensus reached by the two leaders is expected to more effectively manage and control the risk of further con

Eight dead in explosion near Red Fort in India’s New Delhi

At least eight people were killed in an explosion near the landmark Red Fort in a densely populated district of the Indian capital New Delhi, city police said.

Indonesia names ex-dictator Suharto a ’national hero’

Indonesia has named former president Suharto a national hero, even as his controversial legacy as a dictator has sparked heated protests against the move.

After 40 days, US Senate votes to end record-breaking government shutdown

After 40 days, a group of Democrats decided to buck their party’s wishes on Sunday and vote in line with Republicans to move toward ending the government shutdown. The development came after Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., convened a rare weekend meeting to break what days ago became the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

India eyes joint production of Israeli missile systems

(Nov. 10 / JNS) India is in advanced talks to manufacture LORA (LOng Range Artillery) tactical ballistic missiles on license from Israel Aerospace Industries and Ice Breaker cruise missiles on license from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems as part of its “Make in India” program, Globes reported on Sunday.

BBC director general and News CEO resign over Trump documentary edit

The BBC’s director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness have resigned after criticism that a Panorama documentary misled viewers by editing a speech by Donald Trump.

Philippines unleashes first BrahMos missile battery facing China

The Philippine Marine Corps officially unveiled its first BrahMos supersonic cruise missile battery during the force’s 75th anniversary celebration, marking a decisive leap in the nation’s external defense modernization.

Pakistan’s persistent disinformation tactics in shaping international narratives

Pakistan’s recent deflection of criticism regarding certain media narratives, including the controversy surrounding The Frontier Post, fits within a longstanding pattern of strategic manipulation and disinformation employed by the Pakistani state.

Tsunami warning issued after 6.8 earthquake strikes off Japan’s eastern coast

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 struck off Japan’s eastern coast at 0803GMT on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said.