The United Nations Human Rights Office issued a forceful statement Tuesday condemning the deadly airstrike on Kabul’s Omidi Addiction Treatment Center, where Pakistani jets allegedly killed more than 400 patients and staff. High Commissioner Volker Turk reiterated the imperative for all parties to safeguard civilians and deliver humanitarian aid unimpeded. ‘Such incidents underscore the urgent need for immediate, impartial probes,’ Turk said, referencing the Monday night assault on the Pul-e-Charkhi facility. He stressed accountability, public disclosure of investigation results, and justice for victims, including reparations for bereaved families. Afghan authorities claim the strike targeted a civilian drug rehab hospital packed…
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Dhanbad. In Dhanbad, the Excise Department has taken a major action and seized a large quantity of illegal raw spirit. In this action taken on the basis of secret information on the instructions of the Assistant Excise Commissioner, a tanker filled with approximately 24 thousand liters of raw spirit has been apprehended. The Excise Department team raided near GO Petrol Pump on National Highway in Kotal Adda area of Topchachi police station. During this, a tanker with Nagaland number NL-01-L-1775 was stopped and inspected, in which a large quantity of raw spirit was recovered. During the investigation, the tanker driver…
Rajasthan is gearing up for an AI-driven transformation in its government schools, with Chief Secretary V. Srinivas leading the charge. At a key event hosted by Sampark Foundation at the Rajasthan International Center, he outlined how strategic AI deployment could fortify basic education. ‘AI has the power to enhance teaching methodologies, support informed policymaking, and elevate overall learning results,’ Srinivas declared. The dialogue, themed ‘AI’s Role in Rajasthan’s Education,’ drew insights from top officials and experts. Srinivas underscored the government’s dedication to empowering educators, increasing student involvement, and fostering accountability through innovation. School Education Secretary Krishna Kunal reinforced this vision,…
Hardik Pandya’s admiration for Wasim Jaffer came to light during the BCCI Naman Awards 2026, where the star all-rounder hailed the veteran opener as his ultimate inspiration. Known as the ‘Ranji Tendulkar,’ Jaffer’s domestic dominance once sparked comparisons with cricket’s GOAT, Sachin Tendulkar, leaving stats enthusiasts in awe. Tendulkar’s first-class career glittered with 25,396 runs across 310 outings at 57.84, boasting 81 tons and 116 fifties. His Ranji contribution: 4,281 runs in 38 matches, 18 centuries strong. Jaffer, however, carved his niche with sheer volume and grit over 24 years. In 260 first-class games, Jaffer piled 19,410 runs at 50.67.…
A formal complaint has rocked the CBFC over the provocative song ‘Sarke Chunari Teri Sarke’ featured in Sanjay Dutt and Nora Fatehi’s ‘KD: The Devil’. Critics are up in arms, calling it a blatant display of vulgarity that degrades women to mere props. In a detailed letter, the complainant highlights how the song’s words shamelessly objectify females, breaching every norm of propriety. Released in Hindi and Kannada, it’s accused of fueling a culture of disrespect, especially among impressionable youth who consume such media voraciously. The plea to the board emphasizes the song’s role in perpetuating harmful stereotypes, clashing with India’s…
Canberra’s parliament has taken a historic step, passing an all-party motion on Tibet that spotlights human rights abuses and cultural erosion under Chinese rule. Spearheaded by IPAC co-chair Senator Deborah O’Neil, Australia leads the charge post the 2025 IPAC Brussels summit, becoming the alliance’s pioneer in formal parliamentary action. Backed by senators across the aisle, the resolution celebrates the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, honoring his global contributions to peace, non-violence, rights advocacy, religious tolerance, eco-consciousness, and democratic values. It firmly opposes any state interference in spiritual successions, like the 14th Dalai Lama’s reincarnation. Deep concerns are raised over Beijing’s assimilation…
Assam politics heats up just weeks before the state Assembly elections as Congress MP from Dibrugarh, Pradyut Bordoloi, dramatically quit the party. A key ally of late Tarun Gogoi, Bordoloi formally resigned from all Congress positions and membership, addressing his letter directly to party chief Mallikarjun Kharge. ‘I am resigning from all posts, privileges, and primary membership with a heavy heart,’ Bordoloi wrote, extending best wishes to the Congress in his parting note. Bordoloi’s track record includes back-to-back wins from BJP stronghold Dibrugarh in 2019 and 2024. Sources indicate a likely BJP joining imminently, where he could emerge as a…
A devastating airstrike in Kabul, reportedly by Pakistan, has killed more than 400 innocent people, including rehab center patients, drawing fierce criticism from Indian MP Ruhullah Mehdi from Srinagar. Over 250 were wounded in what has been called a blatant war crime. On social media platform X, Mehdi declared, ‘Immediate halt to such barbarity is essential. Protecting civilians during wars is non-negotiable. Ignoring these horrors perpetuates injustice—the world must not look away.’ The IHRF called for swift justice, emphasizing, ‘Hospitals and care facilities are sanctuaries for the weak. Striking them fills us with profound sorrow and demands action.’ India’s foreign…
In a bold confrontation with the central government, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday condemned the Indian Railways for scrapping key promotion exams amid a Kannada language dispute. The decision came after fierce backlash from local groups upset that exams weren’t available in Kannada. Details reveal the cancellations hit hard: 194 slots for Goods Train Managers in the Southwest zone and 101 LDCE posts in Hubli. Kannada employees, numbering in thousands, had repeatedly appealed for language accommodations, only to be dismissed until street protests prompted the reversal. Siddaramaiah painted a picture of neglect, saying the abrupt halt created unnecessary hardship…
President Donald Trump lashed out at NATO partners Tuesday, slamming their refusal to back America’s military push against Iran. Insisting on US self-reliance, he made it clear that external aid is unnecessary in the face of overwhelming American might. Trump disclosed that most NATO members explicitly rejected involvement in operations targeting Iran’s leadership and infrastructure. Despite the rebuff, he emphasized universal agreement on curbing Tehran’s nuclear aspirations: ‘Every country knows Iran can’t have nukes.’ The backlash isn’t surprising to Trump, who has long criticized NATO’s imbalance. ‘We protect Europe, but they ghost us in our hour of need,’ he stated…