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I have my own brand of feminism: Top cop Laxmi Singh

India, March 8 -- Women leaders in law enforcement perhaps symbolize 'women power' the best. On International Women's Day, we talk to Laxmi Singh, the first woman to be appointed Police Commissioner i... Read More


Trump shuts down pardon speculation for Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd's murder-'I haven't heard of that'

New Delhi, March 8 -- US President Donald Trump stated on Friday (March 7) that he is not considering a pardon for Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted in the 2020 murder of ... Read More


Taliban defends women's rights under Islamic law, rejects Western criticism

India, March 8 -- The Taliban regime on Saturday issued a message asserting that the rights of women are protected under Islamic laws, "which are different from the Western society." The Afghan gover... Read More


Bangladesh: 36 members of banned outfit Hizb-ut Tahrir arrested

Dhaka, March 8 -- As many as 36 members of the outlawed Hizb-ut Tahrir group have been arrested in Bangladesh since Friday, Chief Adviser's office said on Saturday in a statement. "They include Saifu... Read More


Chinese authorities raid protestant house church during annual Congress

Beijing, March 8 -- Chinese authorities conducted a raid on a Protestant "house church" in Anhui province during a nationwide security crackdown coinciding with the annual National People's Congress i... Read More


For all women and girls: Rights, equality and empowerment

Dar es Salaam, March 8 -- DAR ES SALAAM: THIRTY years ago, the world came together in Beijing to shape a bold vision: a future where gender equality is not just an aspiration but a lived reality. As ... Read More


Women's Day 2025: Female motorsport athletes 'breaking barriers' you should know about

India, March 8 -- Motorsport was never about only men behind the wheel or handlebar, basking in the laurels. Racing is a sport that invites everyone with talent and the right skillset to make it big, ... Read More


"What has Modi government agreed to?" Jairam Ramesh questions Centre on Trump's tariff statement

New Delhi, March 8 -- Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Saturday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over Donald Trump's statement on India agreeing to 'reduce' tariffs an... Read More


Malaysia, Asean and the tariff storm: Nothing to fear but fear itself?

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 -- There are two recent interconnected events that I would like to highlight. They represent key opportunities for the country, but which should also make us cautiously optimisti... Read More


David Schwimmer hits out at Hollywood

United Kingdom, March 8 -- David Schwimmer has slammed Hollywood stars for refusing to speak out against anti-Semitism. The 58-year-old actor spoke at the Anti-Defamation League's Never is Now confer... Read More