Oli arrest row puts new Nepal govt’s justice claims under scrutiny

IANS | March 30, 2026 3:52 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Since the arrest of former Nepal Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and his then colleague, ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, for their reported role in the September 2025 firing that left many dead in Kathmandu, mixed reactions have been coming from the Himalayan nation over administrative exercise and intent.

Rights group calls on Pakistan to stop attacks on civilian areas in Afghanistan

IANS | March 30, 2026 3:21 PM

Kabul, March 30 (IANS) The International Human Rights Foundation (IHRF) has urged Pakistani forces to stop attacks on civilian areas in Afghanistan and respect international law. Calling firing on residential areas "war crimes", the IHRF urged the United Nations and international human rights organisations to investigate the violations and take action against those responsible.

India, Brunei discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation

IANS | March 30, 2026 2:12 PM

Bandar Seri Begawan, March 30 (IANS) Indian High Commissioner to Brunei Ramu Abbagani held a meeting with Brunei's Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Dato Seri Setia Haji Nazmi ​Mohamad on Monday, discussing efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation.