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Increasing attacks by Islamic state in Afghanistan raise serious concerns
The dire situation in the country clearly indicates that the current Taliban government is lacking the ability to control the situation. Moreover, the increasing casualties of over 600 people in a span of 3 months portrays that ISKP will be a huge challenge for the Taliban.
COP26: Despite strained relations US-China agree to work together for tackling climate crisis
At the UN climate change conference (COP26), both the countries recalled their joint statement of April 17, addressing the climate crises which reads "They are committed to its effective implementation and appreciate the intensive work that has taken place to date and the value of continued discussion." Worried by Working Group Contribution to the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report released on August 9th, 2021 which stated about the impact of human influence on climate crisis, the two countries further recognize the seriousness and urgency of the climate crisis.
United States joins International Solar Alliance
IANS had reported on September 13 about the likelihood of the US joining the ISA when Indian Environment, Forest & Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav and US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry had jointly launched the Climate Action and Finance Mobilisation Dialogue (CAFMD), which is one of the two tracks of the India-US Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030 partnership launched at the Leaders' Summit on Climate in April 2021 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joseph Biden.
Pakistan education policy contributed to social chasm, faith-based polarisation
PIPS is an Islamabad-based research and advocacy organisation. The institute undertakes independent research and analysis, academic programmes, and hands-on training. Such an education policy was conceived and implemented supposedly for the purpose of national unity and harmony, and it entailed rote learning, teaching of vague and confusing ideologies, as well as limitations on academic freedom on campuses.
Trump's attempt to withhold records from House Jan 6 panel rejected
"The court holds that the public interest lies in permitting -- not enjoining -- the combined will of the legislative and executive branches to study the events that led to and occurred on January 6, and to consider legislation to prevent such events from ever occurring again," Judge Tanya Chutkan of the US District Court in the District of Columbia wrote in a 39-page opinion, Xinhua reported.
Chinese PLA in Pakistan occupied Kashmir, surveys villages and military posts
The source said that around four dozen Chinese People's Liberation Army soldiers arrived in general area Kel, Jura and Leepa sectors of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir a month ago. Indian armed forces say that these areas -- Kel, Jura and Leepa -- are among those from where Pakistan pushes terrorists into Indian territory.
NIA requests Canadian govt to declare SFJ a terrorist organisation
According to sources, a formal request in this regard has been made by the Indian government. Recently, an NIA team recently visited Canada and held discussions with the authorities on the faster execution of requests made under the mutual legal assistance treaty (MLAT). Led by an IG level officer, the NIA team reached Canada on November 5 to probe the sources of funding by organisations, including SFJ, for creation of Khalistan.
Top US diplomat for East Asia in Seoul for talks on alliance, economic ties
Daniel Kritenbrink, the US assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, arrived at the Incheon International Airport, west of Seoul, after wrapping up a four-day trip to Japan, the first leg of his six-day regional swing. It comes as Seoul pushes to strengthen joint efforts with Washington to resume dialogue with Pyongyang while navigating the increasingly convoluted geopolitics marked by an intensifying Sino-US rivalry, Yonhap news agency reported.
Pakistan calls on India to reopen Kartarpur Corridor for pilgrims
Marking the second anniversary of the opening of the Kartarpur Corridor, Pakistan has expressed hope that India would allow pilgrims to travel through the corridor in the spirit of cooperation. "In the upcoming Guru Nanak's birth anniversary celebrations from November 17-26, we look forward to hosting devotees from India and around the world," read a statement issued by the Pakistan Foreign Office.
COP26 Summit: Giant Syrian refugee girl puppet symbol of hope
She reached the 2021 UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) on Tuesday in this Scottish city where heads of state, climate experts and campaigners are negotiating for coordinated action to tackle climate change. The young activist reminded participants that the brunt of the climate emergency which amplifies existent inequalities is often felt harder by women.
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