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The reported defence export agreement marks a significant move for Pakistan’s arms industry, with the deal expected to include multiple weapons systems and support services.
Beijing’s comments come as concerns grow over law and order in Bangladesh, putting pressure on the interim government led by Mohammed Yunus ahead of polls due next year.
The Chinese Embassy in Delhi announced that the new digital process will apply to multiple visa categories and is set to come into effect from December 22, 2025.
The comments were made after the death of Inqilab Manch spokesperson Usman Hadi, with his sister continuing public criticism of India and Bangladesh’s ruling party.
A Sikh religious procession in South Auckland, New Zealand, was briefly disrupted after local protesters stood on the route and blocked the road.
As the Russia-Ukraine war approaches its fourth year, Moscow has sent fresh signals on a proposal linked to Donald Trump, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated a more flexible stance. The US continues efforts to push for a possible resolution.
The US Justice Department has removed at least 16 photographs from files related to Jeffrey Epstein following their public release, according to official records. Among the removed images was a photograph that included former US President Donald Trump. Democratic leaders have questioned the decision, while authorities have not publicly detailed the reasons for the removal or the contents of the referenced File 468.
Smog has once again enveloped Beijing, with the Air Quality Index reaching 215, a level classified as very unhealthy. The situation has emerged despite long-term government initiatives to curb pollution, including replacing coal-based heating systems with natural gas and electricity. Officials say air quality levels are being closely monitored.
Vladimir Putin, who is divorced and known for maintaining strict privacy around his personal life, has made a rare public remark by stating that he is in love. However, the Russian President did not disclose any details about his relationship or identify a partner, continuing his long-standing approach of keeping personal matters away from public discussion.
Several major cities in Bangladesh witnessed renewed unrest following the death of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi. The capital, Dhaka, reported incidents of violence, vandalism, and arson, while tensions escalated during his funeral procession, with crowds attempting to move towards Parliament, according to local reports.
With growing strategic pressure from China, the United States has strengthened defence and diplomatic coordination with India. The move reflects a broader Indo-Pacific strategy, even as earlier trade decisions and regional outreach had temporarily tested bilateral relations. Analysts say the renewed engagement highlights India’s rising role in US foreign policy.
A Hindu youth, Dipu Chandra Das, died after being assaulted by a mob in Bangladesh on Thursday night following an alleged workplace dispute. Relatives claim he was targeted after false accusations by a colleague, while police officials say the case is under active investigation and all aspects of the incident are being examined.
