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Pakistan's 'Kashmir Solidarity Day' paradox: Advocacy abroad, suppression at home

Shujaat Ali Quadri | February 5, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi: Every year on February 5, Pakistan marks 'Kashmir Solidarity Day' with rallies, speeches, diplomatic outreach, and coordinated media campaigns across capitals and international forums. Official statements invoke the language of human rights, self-determination, and moral responsibility. Yet behind this carefully curated global advocacy lies a striking paradox: while Pakistan positions itself as the principal defender of Kashmiris’ rights abroad, it systematically suppresses political freedoms, dissent, and basic civil liberties within the territories under its own control.

Eight of 16 Indian sailors held in Iran released, in touch with authorities for release of remaining: MEA

IANS | February 5, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Eight of the 16 Indian sailors held in Iran have been released and will be able to travel back to India soon after completing the necessary formalities, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

Ensuring energy security of 1.4 billion Indians remains govt's supreme priority: MEA

IANS | February 5, 2026 3:26 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Reiterating that ensuring energy security remains a top national priority, India on Thursday said that the government's strategy to diversify energy sources is shaped by market conditions and evolving international dynamics.

Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement with India delivering huge results: Australian envoy

IANS | February 5, 2026 3:16 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green on Thursday said that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and PM Narendra Modi remain rock solid on their approach and vision for the Indo-Pacific - a region which should always remain stable, free and prosperous.

India-US trade deal in final stages of detailing: EAM Jaishankar

IANS | February 5, 2026 2:57 PM

Washington, Feb 5 (IANS) Citing the historic India-US trade deal, which he said is "in the final stages of detailing", External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Thursday said that a "strong momentum" is evident in the growing engagement between New Delhi and Washington.

Washington ready to elevate relationship with India even further: US Ambassador

IANS | February 5, 2026 2:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor on Thursday welcomed recent engagement between the leadership of two nations and expressed Washington's readiness to further elevate ties with New Delhi.

Bangladesh: Days after 'misogynistic' remarks, Jamaat chief promises 'safeguarding' women’s rights

IANS | February 5, 2026 2:08 PM

Dhaka, Feb 5 (IANS) Amid mounting criticism over his controversial remarks on women, Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman appeared to strike a conciliatory tone, asserting that safeguarding women’s security and dignity would be among his party’s foremost priorities if it comes to power, local media reported.

Climate change, industrial pollution worsening healthcare crisis in Bangladesh

IANS | February 5, 2026 1:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Climate change and industrial pollution are worsening the healthcare crisis in Bangladesh, according to a media report.

Pakistan facing ‘water bankruptcy’: Report

IANS | February 5, 2026 1:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Pakistan is facing water bankruptcy with the groundwater table declining sharply every year, as states such as Punjab and Sindh remain locked in a dispute of sharing of water, according to an article in the Karachi-based The News International.

India and Pakistan economies reflect contrasting pictures of growth, poverty

IANS | February 5, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Pakistan’s economy has been in a state of crisis for many years while India, a frequent point of comparison in Pakistani discourse, in sharp contrast, has surged far ahead to become the fastest growing major economy in the world, according to a new report.

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Pakistan's 'Kashmir Solidarity Day' paradox: Advocacy abroad, suppression at home

Eight of 16 Indian sailors held in Iran released, in touch with authorities for release of remaining: MEA

Ensuring energy security of 1.4 billion Indians remains govt's supreme priority: MEA

Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement with India delivering huge results: Australian envoy

India-US trade deal in final stages of detailing: EAM Jaishankar

Washington ready to elevate relationship with India even further: US Ambassador

Bangladesh: Days after 'misogynistic' remarks, Jamaat chief promises 'safeguarding' women’s rights

Climate change, industrial pollution worsening healthcare crisis in Bangladesh

Pakistan facing ‘water bankruptcy’: Report

India and Pakistan economies reflect contrasting pictures of growth, poverty

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