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Seeking accountability: Will Gen Z protestors call a stop after today’s poll process elects new govt in Nepal?

Jayanta Bhattacharya | March 5, 2026 1:35 PM

Kathmandu, March 5 (IANS) As Nepal goes through a hi-stake mid-term poll process on Thursday, following the Gen Z protests of 2025 that led to the fall of the-then K.P. Sharma Oli government last September, the spotlight remains on the protagonists who forced the change – on their present role now, and the future.

Major roads in Karachi remain shut for 4th day amid protests over Khamenei's death

IANS | March 5, 2026 1:24 PM

Islamabad, March 5 (IANS) Several key roads in Pakistan's Karachi have been shut for traffic for the fourth consecutive day due to security arrangements after protests erupted following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, local media reported on Thursday.

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath arrives in Delhi to attend Raisina Dialogue

IANS | March 5, 2026 1:20 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Sri Lankan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath arrived in New Delhi on Thursday to attend the Raisina Dialogue 2026.

'Frigate Dena, guest of India’s Navy, struck without warning', Iran says US will 'bitterly regret'

IANS | March 5, 2026 1:15 PM

Tehran, March 5 (IANS) Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Aragchi has strongly condemned the United States for attacking and sinking the Iranian Frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean, describing the incident as an “atrocity at sea” and warning that Washington would “bitterly regret” setting such a precedent.

'Hezbollah’s entry into conflict shows Iran’s proxy network poses existential threat to Israel' (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | March 5, 2026 12:29 PM

Tel Aviv, March 5 (IANS) The Israeli military on Thursday said that Hezbollah’s involvement in the ongoing conflict between Tehran and Tel Aviv has reinforced Israel’s concerns about Iran’s proxy network, describing it as an “existential threat” to the country.

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Finnish Prez Alexander Stubb at Hyderabad House

IANS | March 5, 2026 12:28 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held bilateral talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb at Hyderabad House in New Delhi and discussed ways to further strengthen the bilateral ties.

EAM Jaishankar meets Finnish President Alexander Stubb, discusses bilateral ties

IANS | March 5, 2026 11:37 AM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar called on Finnish President Alexander Stubb on Thursday and discussed bilateral ties ahead of the visiting leader's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Israel warns Iran ready to target 'everyone around them' as West Asia conflict intensifies (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | March 5, 2026 11:35 AM

Tel Aviv, March 5 (IANS) The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) asserted that the "Iranian terrorist regime" has made it very clear that they're willing to target "everyone around them" in West Asia as the conflict continues to escalate in the region.

Parliamentary polls underway: Nepal voters seek security, good governance

IANS | March 5, 2026 11:24 AM

Kathmandu, March 5 (IANS) As parliamentary polls began in Nepal on Thursday, voters shared their expectations from the upcoming government, emphasising the need for stronger security and effective governance in the country. Many voters said that ensuring safety and stability should be the first priority of the new government, followed by policies aimed at improving the welfare of citizens.

West Asia tensions halt Kerala's fruit, vegetable exports, Ramzan market impacted

IANS | March 5, 2026 10:59 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, March 5 (IANS) The intensifying tensions in West Asia has impacted India's export sector, with shipments of fruits, vegetables and fish products from Kerala coming to a near standstill.

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Seeking accountability: Will Gen Z protestors call a stop after today’s poll process elects new govt in Nepal?

Major roads in Karachi remain shut for 4th day amid protests over Khamenei's death

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath arrives in Delhi to attend Raisina Dialogue

'Frigate Dena, guest of India’s Navy, struck without warning', Iran says US will 'bitterly regret'

'Hezbollah’s entry into conflict shows Iran’s proxy network poses existential threat to Israel' (IANS Exclusive)

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Finnish Prez Alexander Stubb at Hyderabad House

EAM Jaishankar meets Finnish President Alexander Stubb, discusses bilateral ties

Israel warns Iran ready to target 'everyone around them' as West Asia conflict intensifies (IANS Exclusive)

Parliamentary polls underway: Nepal voters seek security, good governance

West Asia tensions halt Kerala's fruit, vegetable exports, Ramzan market impacted

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