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As terror networks converge across West Asia, India emerges as a trusted balancer

IANS | April 30, 2026 8:36 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) An instability persists across the Middle East from Gaza to the Gulf, regional voices are increasingly warning that the real threat is no longer confined to state rivalries, but lies in the growing convergence of terror networks and ideological movements. Amidst this, India is beginning to be seen as a potential balancer.

Afghanistan ranks 175th out of 180 nations in press freedom index

IANS | April 30, 2026 8:32 PM

Kabul, April 30 (IANS) Afghanistan has been ranked 175th out of 180 nations in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, the local media reported on Thursday citing data from Reporters Without Borders (RSF).

Iran is ready for diplomacy if US changes approach: President Pezeshkian

IANS | April 30, 2026 8:01 PM

Tehran, April 30 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Thursday that Tehran is ready for the path of diplomacy if Washington changes its approach, local media reported.

Pakistan: Human rights lawyers approach SC for early hearing of appeals against conviction

IANS | April 30, 2026 7:53 PM

Islamabad, April 30 (IANS) Human rights lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and her husband, Hadi Ali Chattha, on Thursday filed a petition in Pakistan's Supreme Court, requesting an early hearing of their appeals against their conviction under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) in the social media posts case, local media reported.

Putin to decide ceasefire dates for Victory Day: Kremlin

IANS | April 30, 2026 7:12 PM

Moscow, April 30 (IANS) Russia’s President Vladimir Putin is going to decide the dates and timings of the ceasefire with Ukraine for the 'Victory Day' celebrated on May 9, the Kremlin spokesman stated on Thursday.

Bangladesh: Rights body flags intimidation, harassment against Chittagong Hill Tracts activist

IANS | April 30, 2026 6:55 PM

Dublin, April 30 (IANS) A leading international human rights organisation has called on the Bangladeshi government to immediately withdraw the cautionary letter issued to a woman human rights defender, Rani Yan Yan, and to provide a clear explanation of the legal basis for its issuance and dissemination to multiple government offices.

Press freedom declines in Pakistan, PECA law used to restrict journalists: Report

IANS | April 30, 2026 6:05 PM

Islamabad, April 30 (IANS) Pakistan's media landscape saw a reduction in space for free expression during the past year due to increasing legal, regulatory, and economic and other pressures, Islamabad-based media watchdog Freedom Network detailed in a report.

Iran's new rules for Strait of Hormuz to bring peace, progress to region: Mojtaba Khamenei

IANS | April 30, 2026 5:50 PM

Tehran, April 30 (IANS) Asserting that a "new chapter" is being drawn in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday that a new "legal framework" and management of the Strait of Hormuz will bring progress and comfort to all nations in the region.

Israel claims destroying Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov

IANS | April 30, 2026 5:17 PM

Jerusalem, April 30 (IANS) The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Thursday that it has destroyed several Hezbollah combat positions on the Lebanese side of Mount Dov.

Former Afghan President Karzai raises alarm over UN report on education crisis

IANS | April 30, 2026 4:57 PM

Kabul, April 30 (IANS) Former Afghanistan President, Hamid Karzai, on Thursday raised serious concerns over a recent analysis by the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) which warned that Afghanistan risks losing up to 20,000 women teachers and 5,400 healthcare workers by 2030 amid continuing restrictions on girls’ education and women’s employment in the country.

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As terror networks converge across West Asia, India emerges as a trusted balancer

Afghanistan ranks 175th out of 180 nations in press freedom index

Iran is ready for diplomacy if US changes approach: President Pezeshkian

Pakistan: Human rights lawyers approach SC for early hearing of appeals against conviction

Putin to decide ceasefire dates for Victory Day: Kremlin

Bangladesh: Rights body flags intimidation, harassment against Chittagong Hill Tracts activist

Press freedom declines in Pakistan, PECA law used to restrict journalists: Report

Iran's new rules for Strait of Hormuz to bring peace, progress to region: Mojtaba Khamenei

Israel claims destroying Hezbollah combat positions on Mount Dov

Former Afghan President Karzai raises alarm over UN report on education crisis

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