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Pakistan: Insurgency in Balochistan reflects decades of extreme state oppression

IANS | February 3, 2026 5:05 PM

Quetta, Feb 3 (IANS) Citing that the January 31 coordinated attacks by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) marked a significant escalation in the long-running insurgency in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, a report has highlighted that the latest development demonstrates decades of political, economic, and human rights grievances and not any external interference.

China’s infrastructure loans sparks concern around sovereignty: Report

IANS | February 3, 2026 4:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Whether or not Chinese infrastructure loans are a deliberate "debt-trap" strategy, the resultant high debt levels of recipient countries and opaque loan terms compromise their sovereignty, a report has said.

Pakistan’s polio woes continue amid public mistrust and logistical gaps

IANS | February 3, 2026 4:49 PM

Islamabad/New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Even after three decades of aggressive eradication campaigns, Pakistan’s polio woes continue amid public mistrust and logistical gaps, according to a media report.

Pakistanis living abroad face property disputes at home: Report

IANS | February 3, 2026 4:48 PM

Islamabad, Feb 3 (IANS) The dream of millions of Pakistanis working in other nations is shattered not due to distance but by betrayal. Pakistani expats often end up losing their inheritances or life's savings through frauds and unsuccessful efforts to take back their properties which have illegal occupation, a report has detailed.

From continuity to change: Experts deliberate on evolution of India's neighbourhood policy

IANS | February 3, 2026 4:21 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Adaptive and more country-specific, India's neighbourhood policy is no longer limited to historical goodwill as it responds to diverse political realities while safeguarding the regional stability, opined top policymakers, industry leaders, and domain experts at an insightful discussion.

Pakistan remains lowest-ranked country in South Asia for literacy: Report

IANS | February 3, 2026 3:07 PM

Islamabad, Feb 3 (IANS) Pakistan has been ranked lowest in South Asia for literacy, with 63 per cent of people aged 10 years and above being able to read and write, according to a new review by the Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN), local media reported.

India, Tanzania discuss cooperation in military training, maritime security

IANS | February 3, 2026 2:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) India and Tanzania held the fourth edition of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in Zanzibar, discussing cooperation in military training, maritime security, and defence industry collaboration, the Defence Ministry said on Tuesday.

Corrupt top brass, revolting ranks: How Pakistan’s Intelligence collapse unfolded in Balochistan

Vicky Nanjappa | February 3, 2026 2:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Pakistan is paying a heavy price as violence rages on in Balochistan. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has unleashed havoc on the Pakistan security forces in the last 48 hours during which heavy casualties have been reported.

Oppn leaders question India-US trade deal, seek clarity

IANS | February 3, 2026 1:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Opposition leaders on Tuesday mounted a sharp attack on the India-US trade agreement, raising concerns over the country's 'sovereignty', transparency in decision-making, and the possible long-term impact on farmers, energy security and foreign policy.

Bangladesh: BNP’s Tarique Rahman warns Jamaat’s remarks threaten women’s safety

IANS | February 3, 2026 1:29 PM

Dhaka, Feb 3 (IANS) Amid escalating political tensions ahead of Bangladesh’s February 12 election, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman strongly criticised the radical Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami for making derogatory remarks about women, warning that such views pose a serious threat to women’s safety and fundamental rights in the country, according to local media reports.

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Pakistan: Insurgency in Balochistan reflects decades of extreme state oppression

China’s infrastructure loans sparks concern around sovereignty: Report

Pakistan’s polio woes continue amid public mistrust and logistical gaps

Pakistanis living abroad face property disputes at home: Report

From continuity to change: Experts deliberate on evolution of India's neighbourhood policy

Pakistan remains lowest-ranked country in South Asia for literacy: Report

India, Tanzania discuss cooperation in military training, maritime security

Corrupt top brass, revolting ranks: How Pakistan’s Intelligence collapse unfolded in Balochistan

Oppn leaders question India-US trade deal, seek clarity

Bangladesh: BNP’s Tarique Rahman warns Jamaat’s remarks threaten women’s safety

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