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The UN believes 2.3 crore people, including around 10 lakh children, may be affected in Turkey and Syria
Pentagon chief says no Indian troops in Afghan because of Pak considerations
The defence secretary insisted that an open border trade between India and Pakistan would help in bringing regional stability.
US resume premium processing of H-1B work visas in all categories
The H-1B visa allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise.
Pakistan: Teenage couple tied to cot, electrocuted to death in alleged honour killing
The teenagers in the port city of Karachi were said by the Pashtun council of elders, or jirga, to have brought dishonour on the community.
US concerned over Pak’s commitment to fight terrorism, may cut 75 per cent of aid
The projected funding for Pak in the FY 2018 could be more than USD 1.4 billion, according to Senate Appropriations Committee report.
Suicide blast near US embassy in Kabul kills 5, wounds 8
The blast occurred around 10:00 am (0530 GMT) on a street lined with banks and shops leading to Massoud Square near the US embassy.
US won't shy away from taking tougher steps against Pakistan: official
The administration official said the new Afghanistan strategy was a departure from how the US previously dealt with Pakistan.
Amid Sikkim standoff, China issues 2nd safety advisory for citizens travelling to India
The first safety advisory was issued by China on July 7 and was valid for one month.
Qatar offers visa-free entry to 80 nationalities amid Gulf crisis
Saudi Arabia and allies have since June 5 imposed a boycott on Qatar, accusing the emirate of fostering Islamist extremist groups.
India weaker than China in terms of national strength: Chinese media
Chinese daily also said, 'India should be careful and not let religious nationalism push the two countries into war'.