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Report flags reconstruction and relocation of terror facilities in Pakistan

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:36 PM

Washington, May 12 (IANS) The terror facilities in Pakistan, which had suffered a major damage during Operation Sindoor launched by the Indian military last year in the aftermath of the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, are now undergoing large-scale clearing work, with construction materials and supplies visible across the sites, indicating rebuilding activity.

IOS Sagar's visit to Chattogram underscores shared commitment towards peace in IOR

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:33 PM

Dhaka/New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Indian Naval ship INS Sunayna, deployed under the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative, departed Bangladesh’s Chattogram after a successful port call marked by professional engagements, maritime cooperation, and cultural exchanges with the Bangladesh Navy, the Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday.

Concerns raised over rapid expansion of Pakistan’s military-intelligence activities in Bangladesh

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:28 PM

Dhaka, May 12 (IANS) Bangladesh and Pakistan began their first-ever Air Staff talks in Dhaka, days after Bangladeshi security agencies reportedly cracked down on a large Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) module within the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), a report detailed on Tuesday.

Taliban rejects Pakistan's allegations of Bannu attack masterminded in Afghanistan

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:08 PM

Kabul, May 12 (IANS) The Taliban regime in Kabul on Tuesday rejected Pakistan's accusations that attack on a police post in Bannu was planned in Afghanistan, terming the allegations as "baseless."

Over 370 Afghan civilians killed in conflict with Pakistan between January to March: UNAMA

IANS | May 12, 2026 8:50 PM

Kabul, May 12 (IANS) At least 372 Afghan civilians have been killed and 397 injured between January 1 and March 31 this year due to cross-border violence between the Pakistani military and Afghan forces, the United Nations revealed on Tuesday.

Russian forces resume 'special military operation' in Ukraine as ceasefire ends

IANS | May 12, 2026 8:17 PM

Moscow, May 12 (IANS) The “special military operation” by the Russian troops is continuing following the end of the ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, the Russian Ministry of Defence stated on Tuesday.

China says it won't allow Taiwan to participate in World Health Assembly

IANS | May 12, 2026 8:10 PM

Beijing, May 12 (IANS) China has announced that it will not approve Taiwan's participation in the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) set to be held in Geneva from May 18-23.

Arrested four IRGC-affiliated members planning to infiltrate Bubiyan Island: Kuwait

IANS | May 12, 2026 7:40 PM

Kuwait, May 12 (IANS) Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday said that Kuwaiti Armed Forces personnel have arrested members of an armed group from elements of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) based in Iran.

Dates for Foreign Secretary's Nepal visit to be finalised at mutual convenience: MEA

IANS | May 12, 2026 6:55 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Highlighting the multifaceted India-Nepal partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Tuesday that New Delhi has received an invitation for Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to visit Nepal, the dates of which will be decided as per mutual convenience of both nations.

Global oil shock shatters Pakistan as trade deficit balloons in April: Report

IANS | May 12, 2026 6:38 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) The global fuel price shock has shattered Pakistan because of the country’s heavy reliance on imported energy and its weak balance-of-payments position, taking its monthly trade deficit ballooned to $4.07 billion in April, according to a new report.

International

Report flags reconstruction and relocation of terror facilities in Pakistan

IOS Sagar's visit to Chattogram underscores shared commitment towards peace in IOR

Concerns raised over rapid expansion of Pakistan’s military-intelligence activities in Bangladesh

Taliban rejects Pakistan's allegations of Bannu attack masterminded in Afghanistan

Over 370 Afghan civilians killed in conflict with Pakistan between January to March: UNAMA

Russian forces resume 'special military operation' in Ukraine as ceasefire ends

China says it won't allow Taiwan to participate in World Health Assembly

Arrested four IRGC-affiliated members planning to infiltrate Bubiyan Island: Kuwait

Dates for Foreign Secretary's Nepal visit to be finalised at mutual convenience: MEA

Global oil shock shatters Pakistan as trade deficit balloons in April: Report

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