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November 4, 2024

Baloch human rights group holds rally to honour victims of extrajudicial killings
Balochistan [Pakistan], Janu 12 (ANI): The Baloch human rights group, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) organised a rally on Saturday to honour the sacrifices of Baloch victims of extrajudicial killings. In a post on X, BYC noted, “Today, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) Mastung Zone organized a rally to honour the sacrifices of Baloch martyrs and…
Japan earnings bellwether Yaskawa cuts forecast on Korean chip slump
TOKYO — Japanese industrial supplier Yaskawa Electric on Friday downgraded its full-year earnings guidance on a drop in demand from South Korea’s semiconductor industry and a pause in U.S. investment. Consolidated operating profit is now projected to decline 12% to 58 billion yen ($368 million) for the fiscal year ending in Febru, a 6 billion…
De Villiers’ advice for South Africa’s top run-getter in WTC 2023-25
Johannesburg [South Africa], Janu 12 (ANI): Former South African batting legend AB de Villiers had a special word of advice for Proteas’ top-run-getter in the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle, David Bedingham, saying that he needs to be more decisive with his shots and try not coming too hard at the ball. De Villiers…
Philippines received 27% more Japanese visitors in 2024
TOKYO — Japanese visitors to the Philippines increased 27% on the year in 2024, official Philippine statistics show, roughly triple the overall growth in the Southeast Asian nation’s inbound traffic from foreigners. The Department of Tourism reported 383,719 arrivals by Japanese nationals. Although the weak yen has impacted overseas travel from Japan, demand is strong…
Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto likely to be Chief Guest, says sources
New Delhi [India], Janu 12 (ANI): The newly elected President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto is likely to be the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India, as per sources. The visit by the Indonesian leader becomes significant as India and Indonesia are commemorating 75 years of diplomatic relations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
Indonesia mobile carriers turn sights to AI as price war ends
JAKARTA — Indonesian mobile carriers have shifted focus to artificial intelligence and other ways to add value, as a merger promises to end the fierce price competition that left companies with razor thin profit margins at best. XL Axiata and Smartfren Telecom, Indonesia’s No. 3 and No. 4 players, respectively, aim to complete a merger…
Coldplay creates heartwarming moment during UAE concert with Pakistani fan girl
At their first concert of 2025 in the United Arab Emirates, British rock band Coldplay delivered an unforgettable moment by inviting a Pakistani fan, Kinza, onstage. The fan had traveled an astonishing 10,000 kilometers to attend the show, a gesture the band warmly acknowledged, celebrating the unity and devotion of their global fanbase. Before performing…
Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto to be Chief Guest, says sources
New Delhi [India], Janu 12 (ANI): The newly elected President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto is to be the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India, as per sources. The visit by the Indonesian leader becomes significant as India and Indonesia are commemorating 75 years of diplomatic relations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and…