Neighbourhood Unrest
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India calls for peace as Myanmar Army, pro-democracy militia continue fighting near Mizoram border
The violence has led to 5,000 nationals from the Southeast Asian country seeking refugee in Mizoram since Sunday.
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1 dead, several injured in gunfight between Myanmar Army, pro-democracy militia near Mizoram border
About 1,400 nationals from the Southeast Asian country have entered India following the violence.
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Empire strikes back? Crackdown on Imran Khan’s supporters, party leaders is foreboding sign
Some of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders and supporters could face trial under the Army Act. The creeping shadow of army rule is becoming more pronounced.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
Trending
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Bow and arrow or torch? In Maharashtra, confusion over new election symbols may help BJP, allies
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Varanasi poll: As 33 nominations are rejected, eight applicants allege that the process was rigged
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Listening to 41 Modi interviews: Few tough questions, no rebuttals, no fact checks
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Is Anirban Bhattacharya Bengali cinema’s white knight?
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What a regal South Indian ornament in a famous Rossetti painting tells us about the British Raj
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Myanmar: 100 killed in military airstrikes on opposition gathering
Junta spokesperson said the villagers were celebrating the opening of a militia body office in Sagaing region.
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In a neighbourhood in crisis, voices from India to Afghanistan converge on struggle for democracy
Journalists and activists at the Fourth Asma Jahangir Conference touched upon religious bigotry in India, Sri Lanka’s crisis, the Taliban and more.
Abdullah Zahid & Beena Sarwar
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Sri Lanka: Military storms Colombo demonstration site, protestors and journalists assaulted
Visuals from the Galle Face site near the presidential secretariat showed tents set up by protestors being dismantled and them being detained.
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Video
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Watch: Two musicians simultaneously play the violin with one hand and the piano with another
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Caught on camera: Streaking meteorite turns night sky blue across Portugal and Spain
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Watch: Ed Sheeran sings Punjabi remix of ‘Shape of You’, accompanied by Bhangra dancers
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Eco India: Even as technology lends a hand, India's farmers grapple with an uncertain future
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Eco India, Episode 260: Can technology's societal benefits extend to environmental sustainability?
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Why Sri Lankan protesters are chanting an anthem about crows
The chant mocks the Rajapaksas who have driven the country into an economic morass.
Raknish Wiljewardene, Qz.com & Yolani Fernando, Qz.com
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Sri Lanka imposes 36-hour nationwide curfew amid protests over economic crisis
During the lockdown, Sri Lankans are not allowed to step out of their homes, except for essential services.
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Sri Lankan president declares emergency amid protests over economic crisis
The president can detain citizens, take possession of any property and search any premises under the emergency rules.
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The Reel
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Is Anirban Bhattacharya Bengali cinema’s white knight?
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Start the week with a film: Why Farah Khan’s ‘Main Hoon Na’ endures
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‘Chandu Champion’ trailer: Kartik Aaryan in biopic of Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar
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‘It Ends With Us’ trailer: Blake Lively stars in drama about an abusive relationship
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‘Thalaimai Seyalagam’ review: Overcooked and unsavoury
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Bangladesh violence: Police arrest man who placed Quran at Durga Puja pandal
Iqbal Hossain, who had been absconding, was found near Sugandha beach area of Cox’s Bazar.
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Bangladesh violence: Police identify man who placed Quran at Durga Puja pandal
Mob violence started after rumours spread through social media that the Quran had been desecrated.
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Bangladesh violence: Vishva Hindu Parishad calls for nationwide protest against attack on Hindus
In a statement, they urged the United Nations to send peacekeeping forces to Bangladesh.
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The Field
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Badminton, Thailand Open, as it happened: Satwik-Chirag win second men’s doubles title of the season
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings to take the final playoffs spot
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500: Satwik-Chirag enter fourth final; Tanisha-Ashwini exit
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Boxing, Elorda Cup: Nikhat Zareen, Minakshi secure gold medals for India
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Shooting, Olympic Trials: Sift Kaur Samra, Niraj Kumar win 50m Rifle 3 Positions event