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Pak says cricket cancellations linked to 'no' to US for Afghan base
In July, Imran Khan had categorically stated that he would not allow the US to use Pakistan as a base for its Afghan operations and the statement had caused quite a stir, generating debate on mainstream and social media alike. In a press briefing after a cabinet meeting chaired by Khan. Chaudhry said that Pakistan is paying the price for saying "absolutely not" to the US, saying nations have to pay such kind of prices.
Why is France furious with US, Australia? | Explained in 10 points
French President Emmanuel Macron promptly took action and called up Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 21, in the backdrop of the AUKUS deal, displaying dismay. Mr Macron and Mr Modi discussed the Indo-Pacific region and Afghanistan situation and vowed to act together to maintain peace and stability in the region.
AUKUS doesn't have any impact on QUAD: India
Addressing a media briefing here, Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said that QUAD and AUKUS were not groupings of a similar nature. "The QUAD is plurilateral grouping - a group of countries having a shared vision of their attributes and values QUAD is designed to cater to requirements of the Indo-Pacific region", he said.
Guterres warns world on 'edge of abyss' on most fronts, Shahid projects vision of hope
In contrast, General Assembly President Abdulla Shahid, who, in keeping with the theme of his tenure, spoke of "Five Rays of Hope" for the world, as the General Assembly summit, the High Level Week, began. Guterres told the Assembly: "Peace. Human rights. Dignity for all. Equality. Justice. Solidarity. Like never before, core values are in the crosshairs. A breakdown in trust is leading to a breakdown in values."
All countries should recognise EUL vaccines: WHO Chief Scientist
According to the new UK rules, Indian travellers who have received both doses of the Covishield vaccine manufactured by the Serum Institute of India (SII) will be considered unvaccinated and will have to undergo self-isolation for 10 days. The UK government's recent order which has set off a controversy says that persons vaccinated in countries like the UAE, India, Turkey, Jordan.
Taliban bans broadcast of IPL matches in Afghanistan
The second leg of the IPL started on Sunday but the cricket fanatic people of Afghanistan did not get to watch the matches as the Taliban has issued a diktat to the local media against showing the IPL because of the presence of women as cheerleaders and among the watching public in UAE.
US intel must investigate viruses to stop outbreaks: Ex-FDA chief
The public has lost trust in US health agencies and called for more funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr Scott Gottlieb was quoted as saying by CNBC on Monday. He said identifying problematic viruses abroad and equipping the CDC with better crisis mitigation resources would improve the nation's ability to counter any new contagions that arise.
Musk hints at new Tesla Gigafactory, denies location is in Russia
In the process, Musk hinted that Tesla is on the hunt for a new location, reports Electrek. In Russia, local media reported that Musk has decided to build Tesla's next factory in Korolev, but the CEO denied the rumour in a comment on Twitter. "Tesla has not yet decided on a fourth Gigafactory location," Musk wrote.
Taliban admire Imran Khan's efforts for Afghanistan
"We do not see the positive statements of Prime Minister Imran Khan as interference in the internal matters of Afghanistan," said the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Zabiullah Mujahid, at a news conference in Kabul. The spokesperson added that Pakistan, Qatar and China are playing an active role for stability in Afghanistan.
Jeff Bezos pledges $1 bn fund to boost conservation
The fund is part of the Bezos Earth Fund, which Bezos launched in 2020 to execute his $10 billion commitment to fight climate change. The group intends to begin disbursing the money this year, prioritising regions "where there is significant need and opportunity, as well as where there is a strong political commitment to nature", the Washington Post reported.
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