Morning digest | PPP and PML-N agree to form new govt. in Pakistan; BJP calls for simultaneous polls with common voter list, and more
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Here is a select list of stories to start the day on Feb 21, 2024
BJP calls for simultaneous polls with common voter list
The BJP on Tuesday batted for simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies and local bodies with the same voter list for all three. A presentation was made before a High-Level Committee (HLC) formed to look into the feasibility of the “One Nation, One Election” idea. The panel is headed by former president of India, Ram Nath Kovind
Punjab Police gear up for farmers march
A day ahead of their Delhi Chalo march, the protesting farmers on Tuesday were making efforts to mobilise their supporters to swell the scale of their march, even as Punjab Police is leaving nothing to chance as inputs indicate plans of the protesters to storm the barricades of Haryana police and enter Haryana, a move which would disturb the law and order situation in both the States.
PPP, PML-N reach new govt. formation agreement in Pakistan
The Pakistan People’s Party and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz finally reached an agreement to establish a new coalition government in Pakistan after days of negotiations on Tuesday, February 20, 2024,party leaders said.
INDIA bloc an ‘opportunistic alliance’ against the BJP: Amit Shah
A large explosion at Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, prompts shelter-in-place order for nearby residents, no injuries reported.
Kim Jong Un vows to solidify North Korea's nuclear status and labels South Korea as its "most hostile" adversary.
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Trump claims “very good” talks with Iran, despite Tehran’s denial, as U.S. negotiators plan potential meetings in Pakistan.
Netanyahu discusses U.S.-Israeli military gains with Trump, emphasizing commitment to protect Israel's interests amid ongoing conflicts.
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to combat terrorism as Afghan ceasefire approaches end amid rising tensions and recent casualties.
Trump postpones military strikes on Iranian power plants for five days amid escalating tensions and ongoing diplomatic discussions.
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Saudi Aramco reduces crude supply to Asia for April, citing disruptions from the Iran-Israel conflict affecting trade routes.
Tencent launched a tool on Sunday to integrate its WeChat messaging platform with the OpenClaw agent
An Air Canada flight collided with a Port Authority vehicle at LaGuardia Airport, causing significant damage and police response.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE face missile attacks, with casualties reported and air defenses engaged amid escalating regional tensions.
Slovenia's parliamentary election results show a tight race between liberals and populists, signaling potential political instability ahead.