PM Modi is world's most popular politician: Norwegian newspaper

IANS | May 13, 2026 5:16 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been referred to as the world's most popular politician and the Prime Ministers of Nordic countries have a lot to learn from him, according to an article in Norway's leading financial newspaper Dagens Næringsliv (DN).

Pakistan: Women activists participate in 'Aurat March' despite restrictions, tighter scrutiny

IANS | May 13, 2026 5:03 PM

Karachi, May 13 (IANS) Despite restrictions imposed by Pakistani authorities on Aurat March in Karachi, hundreds gathered at Seaview to raise issues that continue to impact countless women across the country. Over the years, Aurat March has become one of Pakistan's most visible platforms for discussion on women's rights and social justice, a report has stated.

Pakistan: Rising sexual assaults underscore deep-rooted structural problems

IANS | May 13, 2026 4:05 PM

Islamabad, May 13 (IANS) The sexual assault of a young 19-year-old mother in Pakistan’s Rawat area in Islamabad is not an isolated incident but reflects a broader pattern raising concerns about systemic challenges in addressing gender-based violence in the country. The case has brought attention to these interconnected issues, underscoring how structural weaknesses continue to shape the safety and security of women.