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Aerial footage of US 'MOAB attack' on ISIS militants released

Nangarhar (Afghanistan), Apr 14 (ANI): The United States forces on Friday released the aerial footage of the 'Mother of all bombs' strike on the ISIS militants and their hide-out locations in Afghanistan's Nangarhar. In a footage posted by US Central Command's official Twitter handle, one can see the exact moment of impact and the volcanous cloud of smoke that arose following the explosion. Reportedly, 36 ISIS operatives were killed in this attack and no civilian so far have been reported injured.

India to appeal order against Kulbhushan Jadhav, seeks copy of chargesheet

Islamabad (Pakistan), Apr 14 (ANI): Indian High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale on Friday met Pakistan Foreign Secretary Tehmina Janjua and demanded a certified copy of the chargesheet filed against Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav and the judgement given against him. The Indian envoy sought consular access to Jadhav for the 14th time and conveyed that they would appeal against the order and is thus studying the Pakistan Army Act for the same. A military court in Pakistan earlier this week had found Jadhav guilty on two counts of espionage and sentenced him to death.

Pashtun activist urges US Govt. to end terror factories functional in Pakistan

Kabul (Afghanistan), Apr 14 (ANI): Hailing the United States military strike on the IS tunnels in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province, Pashtun activist Umar Daud Khattak on Friday urged the US administration to enter Pakistan and end the terror factories functioning there. Khattak said the strike will halt the activities of terrorists in Afghanistan for some time but it won't end the problem permanently.

Candlelight vigil held seeks to create awareness about Pakistan's brutality

Washington D.C, Apr 14 (ANI): The pro-independence American Friends of Balochistan (AFB) organised a candlelight vigil for victims of Pakistan's crimes against humanity in Balochistan at the Dupont Circle in Washington DC on Thursday evening. The activists strongly condemned the military occupation in the country that is targeting the innocent people in Balochistan. The American Friends of Balochistan organisation also pointed out that Pakistan generals, though in bed with China, regularly visited U.S. to seek funds for their rogue army that has put tears in the eyes of millions of Baloch people, Afghans and Indians. The activists highlighted the issues like the human rights violation in the Balochistan and Pakistan army's Hitler-style brutalities which have largely gone unnoticed in the world and the AFB vigil seeks to create awareness about them.

Baloch activists protest against Pakistan on Kulbhushan Jadhav's death sentence

Washington D.C, Apr 14 (ANI): A candlelight vigil was organised in Washington D.C by pro-independence American Friends of Balochistan (AFB) against Pakistan's decision to give death sentence to Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav. The protesters, including Baloch, Indian, Afghans and various Jewish groups came together and condemned the death sentence given by the Pakistani military court. Baloch activists also strongly condemned the death sentence and said that it is violation of international law. They also said that the victim is an innocent Indian and it is the right of every human to protest against Pakistan.

Major setback to Prachanda government as UDMF calls poll boycott

Kathmandu, Nepal, April 13 (ANI): United Democratic Madhesi Front (UDMF) has decided to boycott the local body polls, a day after Prachanda-led government table new Constitution amendment bill in the Parliament.The Madhesi parties say that the new proposal failed to redress their grievances.They said any proposal that fails to take care of their longstanding demand on provincial boundaries will be unacceptable.The tabled proposal says that changes in the provincial boundaries will be looked into by the new Federal Restructuring Commission.

Japanese companies foraying into Myanmar, China markets

Myanmar/China, Apr 13: (ANI): Myanmar's growing economic growth provides ample space for foreign companies to grow. Recently, TOTO Myanmar held its showroom grand opening in Yangon. The new facility allow visitors to better understand the internal functions and the mechanism of the equipment as well as TOTO's new technologies. The clean high-performance products with the most advanced technology are helping improving people's lives in Myanmar. Opened in 1993, Shanghai Rinnai now takes the larger portion of sales in China. In order to enhance the branding power, themed as "inheriting the craftsmanship with a new start," a grand opening ceremony of the new facility was held recently. The integrated industrial park consists of research and development, production, storage, and sales functions together. Compared to the original space, the capacity has been doubled. The production equipment and the management style of process meets that of the parent company in Japan. With technology synchr

Baloch leaders condemn death sentence to Kulbhushan Jadhav

Germany/Dubai, Apr 12 (ANI): Baloch leaders on Wednesday condemned Pakistan for sentencing Indian citizen Kulbhushan Jadhav to death. Baloch activist Mehran Marri called it 'extrajudicial killing' and called on India to give a befitting response to the same. Another Baloch leader Ashraf Sherjan condemned Pakistan's move and called it 'illegal.' He further requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take stock of the same.

Pakistan practising 'sheer propaganda': Baloch activist on Kulbhushan Jadhav issue

Geneva (Switzerland), Apr 11 (ANI): Baloch activist and leader of Baloch Republican Party (BRP) Abdul Nawaz Bugti on Tuesday attacked Pakistan for practising 'sheer propaganda' in connection to the Kulbhushan Jadhav case. He added that India should do everything to secure the Indian national who has been sentenced to death by a military court for his alleged involvement in espionage activities.

Nepal Government withdraws previous Constitution amendment bill

Kathmandu, Nepal, April 11(ANI): The Government of Nepal today withdrew the previous constitution amendment bill from the parliament, so as to table a new one which is believed to address the demands of disgruntled parties of the Terai-Madhesh region.The Cabinet, which is being led by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal had tabled the amendment bill in November 2016.Though a new amendment bill is yet to be tabled in the parliament, the disgruntled parties have demanded that the delineation procedure be completed first.Shah told the Parliament that the UDMF will not participate in the elections and will disrupt it if their issues are not resolved.

Post Terai visit, Madhesi leader says there is a mixed reaction to elections

Kathmandu, Nepal, April 11 (ANI): Senior leader of Terai Madhesh Democratic Party (TMDP) Hridayesh Tripathi, has just completed a 45-day tour of several Terai districts and come to the conclusion that people of the region have mixed views about the elections proposed to be held in the middle of May this year. Tripathi also went to some of the districts of disputed province no. 2 where the disgruntled United Democratic Madhesi Front is demanding a redrawing of the province. He mostly observed the frustration among the people and traced out distinct reasons behind it. The government is attempting to appease the Madhesh-based parties and is planning to present a new draft of the amendment proposal in the parliament withdrawing the previous one which failed.

People in Gilgit-Baltistan Suffer Due To Poor Broadband Service

Gilgit-Baltistan, Apr 11: The countries around the world rush for technological superiority. Geographical boundaries are getting blurred due to ever rising internet connections and speed. But, in Gilgit-Baltistan all these seem to be a myth for a common man. Believe it or not, even after decades of illegal occupation by Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan still cries for internet connections. Some blame it for severe power crisis in the region while others squarely put the entire blame on the lack of interest on the part of Pakistan government.

Primary school shooting leaves 3 dead in San Bernardino

California (U.S.) April 11 (ANI): An eight-year-old student and a teacher became the victim of shooting after a gunman opened fire while walking into a classroom at North Park Elementary School in San Bernardino, California, USA on Monday morning. The shooter shot dead a teacher, who was later confirmed as his estranged wife, and injured two students in the process. One of the injured students died in hospital, while the other is said to still be in a critical condition. The gunman committed suicide after shooting. According to police investigations, the gunman has been identified as Cedric Anderson, and the adult victim has been named as Karen Elaine Smith. Reportedly, it is believed that the violent murder was caused by a domestic dispute between the estranged couple. The school will be closed for two days for further investigations.

Polls to be held on due date, says Nepal's Election Commissioner

Kathmandu, Nepal, April 10 (ANI): Amid speculations of postponement of the May 14 election, the Election Commission of Nepal is determined to hold the polls on the due date. Madhesi political parties are pushing for a constitutional amendment to give them greater representation in the government and redraw provincial boundaries in order to create two federal provinces that stretch across the entire Terai region.

PM Hasina's India visit to be 'landmark,' says her political advisor

Dhaka (Bangladesh), Apr 08 (ANI): Political Advisor to Bangladesh Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina, HT Imam on Saturday said he is hopeful that the latter's visit to India will be 'landmark,' adding that he is looking forward to it. Emphasising on his statement, Imam added that Hasina shares a 'chemistry' with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and so do the ministers of both the sides. Commenting upon the Teesta issue, HT Imam pinned hope that the matter will be discussed between New Delhi and Dhaka. Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is on a four-day visit to India.

Anti-Pakistan protests break out across Afghanistan

Lashkargah (Afghanistan), Apr 08 (ANI): Anti-Pakistan protests have broken out across Afghanistan over Pakistan's incessant shelling of areas inside Afghanistan like Nangarhar and Kunar. A massive anti-Pakistan protest was held on February 21 in Lashkargah, the capital of Afghanistan's southern Helmand Province with an aim to highlight Pakistan as a terrorist-sponsoring state. Protesters asked Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani to declare war on Pakistan. They said that if war was declared, then the Afghan Taliban would fight against the Pakistan Army. Civil society members said they would not allow Afghanistan to be ruined at the hands of Pakistani terrorists and the army. Pakistani Law enforcement agencies have launched a crackdown against Afghan nationals in Balochistan and other regions on fabricated charges of terrorism, while on the other hand, Pakistan, has fired rockets and missiles in Nangarhar and Kunar. Pakistan has also reportedly activated military operations along the

U.S. launches military strike on Syrian airbase

New Delhi, April 07 (ANI): The United States of America (USA) launched dozens of cruise missiles at an airbase in Syria late last night. The attack came in response to the chemical attack led by Bashar-al-Assad's regime on scores of Syrian civilians. The missiles were fired from an U.S. air base in Syria, targeting the Shayrat airfield. The poison gas attack led by the Assad regime received condemnation from all across the globe, and U.S. President Donald Trump called on 'civilized nations' to join the U.S. in seeking to end the slaughter and bloodshed in Syria.

People in Gilgit-Baltistan Suffer Due to Poor Medical Care

Gilgit-Baltistan, April 06, 2017: - The pathetic medical sector is plaguing Gilgit-Baltistan terribly. People believe in dying rather than falling ill as there are no means of even basic medical care in the region and those who still try to seek treatment have to travel thousands of kilometers to Islamabad.

US Congress recognises Vaisakhi as Creation of Khalsa

Washington (DC), April 06 (ANI): In a resolution submitted by Congressmen John Garamendi and Patrick Meehan, the house of representatives on Wednesday recongnised the Sikh festival, Vaisakhi as the creation of Khalsa in 1699. As the hate crime against the Sikh community is increasing, such move can create awareness among the people to control such incidents. The resolution mentioned Vaisakhi as an annual festival which celebrates the spring harvest season, and is considered as one of the most important dates in the Sikh history.

Japan works to improve environment and water supply in Southeast Asia

Vietnam / Cambodia, Apr 06 (ANI): Cherry blossom tree in Japanese culture has great significance. Corporate are taking it forward to protect environment. The AEON Environmental Foundation held a cherry tree planting ceremony at Hoa Binh Park in Hanoi, Vietnam. AEON has carried out tree planting projects in several countries, mainly in Asia. In Vietnam, 75,000 trees were planted at Lang Co Beach in Hue Province, and 15,000 trees in Ba Vi National Park near Hanoi. Over those six years, a total of 3,200 volunteers from both Japan and Vietnam participated in the tree-planting activities. Now, tree planting participants include many high school students from Vietnam and Japan who are participating in the Aeon 1% Club High School exchange program "Teenage Ambassador." Aeon Group companies contribute 1% of their pre-tax profits to Aeon's 1% Club to hold projects for "sound development of the next generation," "promotion of friendship with foreign countries," and "sustainable development of re