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Rights body alleges Pakistan using judiciary to silence activists, cites detention of Mahrang Baloch

IANS | February 16, 2026 1:39 PM

Quetta, Feb 16 (IANS) A leading human rights organisation on Monday asserted that the continued imprisonment of two prominent women figures in Pakistan, including Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) chief organiser Mahrang Baloch human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari-Hazir is not merely an attempt to silence two individuals but reflects a broader effort by the Pakistani authorities to suppress the voices of the oppressed communities they represent.

Over 40 lakh visitors from 100 nations: BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi marks two years of global inspiration

IANS | February 16, 2026 1:36 PM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 16 (IANS) The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi celebrated its second anniversary recently, marking two years of spiritual service and cultural harmony in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Pakistan increases price of petrol by PKR 5, high-speed diesel by PKR 7.32

IANS | February 16, 2026 1:09 PM

Islamabad, Feb 16 (IANS) The Pakistan government has hiked the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel by Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 5 and PKR 7.32 per litre, respectively, till the end of February, local media reported on Monday.

History doesn't forgive oppressive rulers: Pakistan Oppn outcry over medical care for Imran Khan intensifies

IANS | February 16, 2026 12:42 PM

Quetta, Feb 16 (IANS) Majlis Wahdat-i-Mulimeen's (MWM) provincial leader Allama Ali Hasnain Husaini slammed the Pakistani government over its response to peaceful sit-ins led by top opposition leaders and stressed that authorities would face full responsibility if the protesters face any harm, local media reported on Monday.

No stop to post-poll violence in Bangladesh; several injured, house set ablaze

IANS | February 16, 2026 11:50 AM

Dhaka, Feb 16 (IANS) At least nine people were injured, and a house was set ablaze amid escalating incidents of post-election violence in five districts across Bangladesh, local media reported.

Pakistan: Former senator says Balochistan Mines Act designed to 'plunder resources'

IANS | February 16, 2026 11:33 AM

Quetta, Feb 16 (IANS) Pakistan's former senator Nawabzada Haji Lashkari Raisani has heavily criticised the Mines and Minerals Act, Balochistan, stressing that the legislation has been made to "plunder resources" of the future generations of the province.

Another Awami League leader dies in police custody in Bangladesh

IANS | February 16, 2026 11:09 AM

Dhaka, Feb 16 (IANS) As custodial deaths of Awami League members continue to rise in Bangladesh, another party leader died in custody at Gaibandha District Jail, local media reported.

Pakistani forces allegedly kill another student amid escalating violence in Balochistan

IANS | February 16, 2026 10:41 AM

Quetta, Feb 16 (IANS) Another Baloch student was extrajudicially killed by Pakistani forces in Balochistan, a leading human rights organisation said on Monday.

EAM Jaishankar, Canadian FM meet in Munich; reflect 'growing momentum in bilateral ties'

IANS | February 16, 2026 10:30 AM

New Delhi/Ottawa, Feb 16 (IANS) Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand met India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany, marking their fifth meeting since September 2025 and underscoring the steady progress in bilateral ties.

PM Modi, French Prez Macron to meet tomorrow in Mumbai, review strategic partnership

IANS | February 16, 2026 9:41 AM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to meet in Mumbai on Tuesday to assess the progress achieved under the India-France strategic partnership and exchange views on key regional and global developments.

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Rights body alleges Pakistan using judiciary to silence activists, cites detention of Mahrang Baloch

Over 40 lakh visitors from 100 nations: BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi marks two years of global inspiration

Pakistan increases price of petrol by PKR 5, high-speed diesel by PKR 7.32

History doesn't forgive oppressive rulers: Pakistan Oppn outcry over medical care for Imran Khan intensifies

No stop to post-poll violence in Bangladesh; several injured, house set ablaze

Pakistan: Former senator says Balochistan Mines Act designed to 'plunder resources'

Another Awami League leader dies in police custody in Bangladesh

Pakistani forces allegedly kill another student amid escalating violence in Balochistan

EAM Jaishankar, Canadian FM meet in Munich; reflect 'growing momentum in bilateral ties'

PM Modi, French Prez Macron to meet tomorrow in Mumbai, review strategic partnership

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