Light Snow and Rain Expected in Kashmir as Year Draws to a Close

Light Snow and Rain Expected in Kashmir as Year Draws to a Close

Kashmir is likely to experience a gentle change in weather next week, with light rain and snow expected around the New Year period. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather is expected to stay mostly dry until December 28, after which fresh spells of wet weather may make their way into the Valley. Officials said […]

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Bangladesh PM hopeful Tarique Rahman returns home after 17 years — and Dhaka turns out in force

Bangladesh PM hopeful Tarique Rahman returns home after 17 years — and Dhaka turns out in force

Aspiring prime minister Tarique Rahman has returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in self-imposed exile, greeted by a sea of supporters who flooded the streets of Dhaka to welcome him home. Rahman — the influential political figurehead of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and son of former prime minister Khaleda Zia — arrived in the […]

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China says US is misrepresenting its defence policy to slow progress in China-India relations

China says US is misrepresenting its defence policy to slow progress in China-India relations

China has accused the United States of twisting the intent behind its defence policies in order to complicate warming relations between Beijing and New Delhi. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks during a regular press briefing when asked whether China might use the recent easing of tensions with India over disputed border regions […]

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