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Baloch armed group attacks security forces in Balochistan, three Pakistani soldiers killed

IANS | March 6, 2026 12:56 PM

Quetta, March 6 (IANS) The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) has claimed responsibility for an armed attack in Balochistan’s Khuzdar district that killed three Pakistani soldiers and injured several others, briefly seizing control of Karkh town while targeting multiple government installations during the operation, local media reported on Friday.

West Asia crisis: Passengers returning from Muscat say situation in Oman remains normal

IANS | March 6, 2026 12:46 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Passengers arriving in Delhi from Muscat on Friday said the situation in Oman remained normal despite rising tensions in parts of West Asia, adding that they did not face any difficulties during their stay or travel.

World Uyghur Congress raises alarm over arrests, Ramadan restrictions in China

IANS | March 6, 2026 12:16 PM

Berlin, March 6 (IANS) The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has expressed serious concern over reports that Uyghurs in China’s Xinjiang region are facing restrictions during the holy month of Ramadan, with several individuals allegedly arrested for observing religious practices.

Ranju Darshana becomes the first candidate to win in Nepal parliamentary elections

IANS | March 6, 2026 11:56 AM

Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) Ranju Darshana Neupane, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate from Kathmandu-1, has been elected to the House of Representatives, becoming the first candidate to secure victory in Nepal’s parliamentary elections held on Thursday.

Pakistani forces kill three more civilians in Balochistan as cycle of persecution continues

IANS | March 6, 2026 11:38 AM

Quetta, March 6 (IANS) At least three civilians were allegedly extrajudicially killed by Pakistani security forces in Balochistan, according to leading human rights organisations, raising fresh concerns over the continuing cycle of violence and persecution in the restive province.

Trump fires homeland security secretary caught in controversies

IANS | March 6, 2026 11:17 AM

New York, March 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who was caught in controversies over her handling of immigration raids and her personal life.

Nepal’s PM hopeful Balen Shah: An enigma, a rapper over political leader

Jayanta Bhattacharya | March 6, 2026 11:07 AM

Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) If the trends are an indication, Nepal’s mandate is all set for a Millennial Prime Minister who will assume office riding on a wave of Gen Z popularity. Balendra Shah does not reflect the image of the quintessential politician; he is rather like a musician-social media enthusiast who seems to ride the wave of popularity with elan.

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Baloch armed group attacks security forces in Balochistan, three Pakistani soldiers killed

West Asia crisis: Passengers returning from Muscat say situation in Oman remains normal

World Uyghur Congress raises alarm over arrests, Ramadan restrictions in China

Ranju Darshana becomes the first candidate to win in Nepal parliamentary elections

Pakistani forces kill three more civilians in Balochistan as cycle of persecution continues

Trump fires homeland security secretary caught in controversies

Nepal’s PM hopeful Balen Shah: An enigma, a rapper over political leader

US grants 30-day waiver for India to buy Russian oil

Massive energy production increase needed to raise living standards of global poor: US Energy Secretary

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