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CM Maryam Nawaz marks Basant with the official anthem #PhirAaiBasantPublished on: February 5, 2026 1:15 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 5 -- The Government of Punjab has released the official Basant anthem #PhirAaiBasant, marking the recognition of Basant as a cultural tradition in the province under the leadership of C... Read More


Oil slips as Iran talks and strong dollar weigh

Mumbai, Feb. 5 -- Oil prices fell nearly 2% in early Asian trade as confirmation of US-Iran nuclear talks in Oman eased immediate geopolitical tensions, prompting traders to trim the risk premium buil... Read More


India supports FORGE initiative, a successor to Mineral Security Partnership: EAM Jaishankar at Critical Minerals Ministerial

India, Feb. 5 -- By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC [US], February 5 (ANI): India has extended its support to the Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement (FORGE), a newly launched initiative unveiled... Read More


CENTCOM says U.S. hit ISIS targets in five Syria airstrikes

Afghanistan, Feb. 5 -- U.S. Central Command says airstrikes across Syria last week hit Islamic State targets, destroying logistics hubs and weapons sites to prevent resurgence. According to CENTCOM, ... Read More


YouTube's auto-dubbing feature goes global with expanded language library: What it means

India, Feb. 5 -- We have long been limited by language on platforms like YouTube, often unable to fully enjoy content from creators who speak a language we do not understand. That began to change with... Read More


AFC confirm India amongst six bidders to host 2031 Asian Cup, try to host premier continental tournament for first time

India, Feb. 5 -- The Asian Football Confederation confirmed this week that India are amongst five bidders for the right to host the 2031 AFC Asian Cup, the continent's premier international football c... Read More


UN chief warns of global risk as US-Russia nuclear arms treaty expiresPublished on: February 5, 2026 12:45 PM

Pakistan, Feb. 5 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday warned that the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) between the United States (US) and Russia marks... Read More


Five months after warning letter, Boko Haram attacks Kwara community, kills 170, abducts women and children

Nigeria, Feb. 5 -- At least 170 people have been killed in Woro, a remote community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, by suspected Boko Haram terrorists during an attack that lasted seve... Read More


Indonesia to play balancing role in Trump's Board of Peace

Jakarta, Feb. 5 -- Indonesia's inclusion in the Board of Peace (BoP), initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump, will position the country as a balancing power among major players in the organization, ... Read More


DND exec hails Thai support for PH military, ASEAN 2026

Manila, Feb. 5 -- A ranking Department of National Defense (DND) official has expressed the country's gratitude to Thailand for its continuing assistance in boosting the country's military capabilitie... Read More