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“Really worrying situation” – Kashmir violence turns deadly

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A 19-year-old male has been shot dead in the Kashmir region, in what his family has called “cold-blooded murder” by Indian forces

The killing makes it the 12th civilian death this month in the region either by rebel fighters or security forces.

Authorities have stated that the teenager was caught up in “cross-firing” – a term used by police to describe a gun battle between Indian forces and rebels.

The young man was identified as Shahid Ahmad Rather, a college student, who also worked as an apple-picking labourer.

ticker NEWS spoke with Journalist Aakash Hassan who is on the ground as the violence continues.

Hassan described the escalating violence as “worrying” – stating that the violence is only surging within the region.

Reports state the family of 19-year-old Rather has not been given the body yet.

India’s Amit Shah visits Kashmir amid rising violence

India’s Amit Shah visits Kashmir amid rising violence

In an attempt to address the disgruntlement of Kashmiri’s youth with New Delhi, India’s Home Minister Amit Shah made a visit to the region, stating that he came to extend a hand of “friendship” to the young people.

Mr Shah is on his first visit to the disputed region after architecting the nullification of Indian-administered Kashmir’s semi-autonomous status under the Indian Constitution on August 5, 2019, which was followed by a crippling communication and military lockdown for months.

The three-day visit of India’s interior minister comes in the backdrop of the deteriorating security situation in the region.

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U.S. – India trade deal cuts tariffs and reshapes global energy flows

US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18%; India reduces Russian oil imports and enhances US energy purchases.

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US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18%; India reduces Russian oil imports and enhances US energy purchases.

The United States has reduced tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent following a landmark trade agreement. This move comes after months of trade tensions between the two nations and is seen as a major win for India’s economy.

Under the deal, India will end its purchases of Russian oil while increasing imports of U.S. energy and other products. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the agreement, saying it will strengthen India’s economic growth and global trade relationships.

Following the announcement, U.S.-listed shares of major Indian companies have seen positive movement, signalling investor confidence in the trade deal.

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Iran orders nuclear talks with the U.S. as tensions rise at home and abroad

Iran seeks nuclear talks with the U.S. in Turkey, amid concerns over missiles, uranium, and domestic unrest.

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Iran seeks nuclear talks with the U.S. in Turkey, amid concerns over missiles, uranium, and domestic unrest.

Iran’s President has ordered the resumption of nuclear negotiations with the United States, with talks expected to take place in Turkey in the coming weeks.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says regional countries will help facilitate the discussions, signalling a renewed diplomatic push after years of stalled engagement and rising tensions.

Despite the move, officials warn the talks won’t be easy, with deep disagreements still unresolved on both sides.


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Trump responds as Kristi Noem mandates body cameras for federal officers in Minneapolis

Trump advocates body cameras for police to prevent false claims; Noem mandates all federal officers in Minneapolis to wear them.

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Trump advocates body cameras for police to prevent false claims; Noem mandates all federal officers in Minneapolis to wear them.


Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has ordered body cameras for all federal agents in Minneapolis following public outrage over the deaths of two U.S. citizens at the hands of immigration officers. Donald Trump says body cameras help prevent false claims against police.

The policy change comes as videos and eyewitness accounts have challenged official narratives and fuelled demands for transparency and reform.


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