Chinese Artist Gao Zhen Faces Trial Over Artwork Allegedly Mocking Mao
Chinese artist Gao Zhen, who lives in the US, is on trial in China for artwork allegedly mocking Mao Zedong. He faces up to three years in prison, highlighting concerns over freedom of expression.
Australian Fugitive Suspected in Officers’ Deaths Killed by Police
A fugitive suspected of killing two Australian police officers and a civilian in August has been killed by law enforcement. The man, who was reportedly trained in bush survival, had been on the run for months.
Catholic Clergy Barred From Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday
Israeli police prevented Catholic clergy from celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, a move church officials called unprecedented and deeply concerning for religious freedom.
Kashmir Valley Battered by Second Day of Rain and Snowfall; Precipitation Deficit Eases
Kashmir experienced a second consecutive day of rain and snowfall on Monday, leading to a five per cent reduction in the March precipitation deficit. The Meteorological Department forecasts continued precipitation for the next 24 hours and has advised farmers to suspend operations.
Iran Allows More Oil Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Ongoing Conflict, Trump Claims ‘Respect’
President Trump announced that Iran will permit more oil ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as a “sign of respect.” This development occurs as the conflict between Israel and Iran continues into its second month.
High Court Reserves Judgment in PSA Detention Challenge by AAP Legislator Mehraj Malik
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has reserved its verdict on a habeas corpus petition filed by Aam Aadmi Party…
Supreme Court Denies Bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case
The Supreme Court has denied bail to two accused while granting it to five others in the larger conspiracy case related to…
Hamas Confirms Deaths of Armed Wing Spokesman Abu Obeida and Former Gaza Leader Mohammed Sinwar
Hamas’s armed wing, the al-Qassam Brigades, has officially confirmed the deaths of its longtime spokesman Abu Obeida and former Gaza leader Mohammed…
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Removes ‘Hurriyat Chairman’ Title from X Profile Amid Pressure
Kashmir’s chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has removed the designation ‘Chairman All Parties Hurriyat Conference’ from his verified X profile (@MirwaizKashmir). The…
J&K MLA Mehraj Malik’s Handcuffing Sparks Outrage Over Alleged Violation of Constitutional Rights and Court Contempt
The recent visuals of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mehraj Malik from Doda being handcuffed have ignited widespread condemnation as a grave…