Web archive - January 20, 2023

World

Putin meets Russian Security Council to discuss progress on Ukraine war

Defense Minister Shoygu briefs on his recent visit to command headquarters of forces deployed in combat zone

World

China plays down Covid outbreak with holiday rush at full tilt

“The overall pandemic in the country is at a relatively low level,” Sun Chunlan said

Pakistan, Punjab

ECP to appoint Punjab caretaker CM amid govt, opposition impasse

Punjab Assembly parliamentary committee could not agree on the appointment during crucial meeting

World

UK PM Sunak apologises for not wearing a seatbelt

“The Prime Minister removed the seatbelt to film a short clip,” says Downing Street spokesperson

Sports

Ronaldo, Messi roll back the years in thriller

Both football stars among goals as 10-man PSG edge Riyadh Season Team 5-4 in exhibition match

World

India says BBC documentary on India PM Modi is "propaganda"

It's a “bias” and “continuing colonial mindset is blatantly visible in it", says Arindam Bagchi

Sports

Guardiola blasts 'happy flowers' Man City

Manager warns Arsenal will ‘destroy’ them after they stage fightback to beat Spurs 4-2

Sports

Bayern sign goalkeeper Sommer from Gladbach

Bundesliga giants find replacement for injured veteran Neuer who has been out for remainder of season

Sports

Real pull off epic comeback, Barcelona stroll

Los Blancos come from two goals down to stun Villarreal 3-2 in Spanish Cup; Catalans crush Ceuta 5-0

Pakistan

Blasphemy law amendment to create room for persecution: HRCP

NA recently passed amendment toughening punishment for insults to sacred personalities