International
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has cautioned Pakistan that its removal from the grey list in October 2022 does not make it immune to scrutiny over money laundering and terror-financing risks. The watchdog underlined that countries exiting the list must continue with strict monitoring and cannot assume “bullet-proof” protection. Pakistan’s Compliance Record Pakistan
South India State News
In a statement on Friday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified recent remarks made by his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah. Yathindra had said his father was approaching the end of his political career and described Satish Jarkiholi as a leader with “progressive thinking, ideologically”. This was widely reported as naming a successor for the chief minister’s post.
International
Both India and the United States are reportedly very close to finalising a bilateral trade deal, a senior government official said on Friday in New Delhi. Sources indicate that most key issues have been resolved, and a draft agreement could be announced soon. Government’s Stand On Negotiations The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated […]