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Transporters suffer due to Torkham border closure amid Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions Islamabad, Oct 27 (IANS) Afghan and Pakistani transporters stranded on the road leading to Torkham border, which remains closed since October 13, have urged authorities to exclude bilateral trade from political and security issues between the two nations. The transporters told local media that they have been suffering a lot, running short of money and also facing physical and psychological issues. Quoting the stranded transporters, Pakistan’s leading daily Dawn reported that around 4000 to 5000 vehicles, carrying multiple trade goods, are waiting for the border to reopen with no definite…

Auburn University scientists have developed a new class of materials that allow precise control over free electrons, potentially transforming computing and chemical manufacturing. Imagine a future where factories produce new materials and chemical compounds more quickly, more efficiently, and at lower cost. Picture laptops that handle complex computations in seconds or supercomputers that can learn […]

The Bengaluru police said Monday they have arrested four members of an inter-state gang for allegedly smuggling sandalwood worth Rs 1.12 crore from Andhra Pradesh after they inspected a vehicle in the city earlier this month. Seemant Kumar Singh, Commissioner, Bengaluru City police, announced the arrests of the four accused, and said that 750 kg of sandalwood, one Mahindra XUV car, and one Mahindra Bolero have been seized from them. The police said they found 258 pieces of sandalwood hidden under onion bags. Those arrested have been identified as Abdul Kalam, 47, Rama Bhopal, 40, Sheikh Sharukh, 31, and Paramesh,…

South Korean President vows to step up cooperation with ASEAN to tackle transnational crimes Kuala Lumpur, Oct 27 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Monday that South Korea will step up cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to combat transnational crimes and prevent young people from falling victim to organized criminal networks in Southeast Asia. Lee made the remarks during South Korea’s summit with the regional bloc in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur amid growing concerns over online scam operations targeting Koreans following the torture and death of a Korean college student lured to…

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Prosecutors filed new espionage charges against Istanbul’s jailed mayor on Monday, intensifying the judicial pressure on the opposition politician seen as a top rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.The new charges against Ekrem Imamoglu stem from an investigation launched last week into alleged links between his political campaign and a businessman arrested in July for reportedly carrying out intelligence activities on behalf of foreign governments.Imamoglu’s former campaign manager, Necati Ozkan, and journalist Merdan Yanardag were also charged.The state-run Anadolu Agency said Imamoglu — who his already in pretrial detention on corruption charges — is suspected, among…

Bangladesh: Clash between Dhaka University students leaves 50 injured Dhaka, Oct 27 (IANS) At least 50 students were injured in Bangladesh early on Monday following a violent clash between students of Daffodil International University and City University in the Ashulia area of Dhaka district, according to local media reports. Reports suggest that repeated attacks, vandalism, and arson caused major damage, with City University bearing the brunt. The students accused the law enforcement agencies of failing to provide assistance amid the unrest. Citing witnesses, Bangladeshi daily Dhaka Tribune reported that tensions began on Sunday evening when a City University student spat…

Should You Drink Milk Daily: For generations, milk has been hailed as the cornerstone of a healthy diet, a glass of nourishment packed with calcium, protein, and essential vitamins. But as conversations around lactose intolerance, ethical eating, and plant-based living grow louder, the once-unquestioned status of milk is being challenged. Is milk still the nutritional powerhouse it’s claimed to be, or can modern alternatives offer the same benefits without the drawbacks? We reached out to experts to discuss the matter. 1. Should milk be a part of daily diet? Dr Surakshith TK, Gastroentrology & Hepatology, Fortis Escorts, Okhla, says, “Milk is…

VP Radhakrishnan meets Seychelles Prez in Victoria, discusses bilateral ties Victoria, Oct 27 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan met Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday at the State House in Victoria, discussing ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two nations. The Vice President also extended warm greetings to President Herminie on his assumption of office on behalf of the Government and people of India. Both leaders reaffirmed their shared vision for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indian Ocean Region and the Global South, the Vice President’s office said. Earlier in the day, Radhakrishnan also met Seychelles Vice President-elect…

Cyclone Montha intensified late Sunday night over the southwest Bay of Bengal, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) declared Monday morning. It is likely to continue moving northwest towards India’s east coast, strengthening into a ‘severe’ cyclone by Tuesday morning, as per the IMD.The storm will later cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, close to Kakinada, sometime during evening or night hours on Tuesday, the IMD said in its 4 am national bulletin. At the time of the cyclone landfall, squally winds with speeds of 90 to 100 km/hr gusting to 110 km/hr are likely. According to satellite…

South Korean Prez, Cambodian PM agree to launch task force to combat online scams targeting Koreans Kuala Lumpur, Oct 27 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet agreed on Monday to establish a joint task force between the two nations’ law enforcement agencies to investigate online scams and other crimes targeting Koreans, Lee’s office said. The agreement was reached during their summit on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) gathering in Kuala Lumpur, following the death of a Korean college student in Cambodia that fueled public outrage in South Korea.…