Afghanistan: Seven killed, 75 injured in Pakistani strikes

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:39 PM

Kabul, April 28 (IANS) At least seven people have been killed and 75 injured after Pakistani strikes hit parts of Afghanistan's Kunar province, including the provincial capital Asadabad and Sarkano district, local media reported on Tuesday. The death toll continues to increase as more victims are being identified.

INS Sunayana's Singapore visit strengthens maritime ties, fosters interoperability

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:19 PM

Singapore, April 28 (IANS) Several top dignitaries from Singapore's Ministry of Defence, Navy, Diplomatic Corps, prominent Singaporeans and members of the Indian diaspora attended a reception onboard visiting Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sunayana at the Changi Naval Base, the High Commission of India in Singapore stated on Tuesday.

Pakistan: Leading Baloch activist approaches SC against denial of bail

IANS | April 28, 2026 3:02 PM

Islamabad, April 28 (IANS) Human rights activist and chief organiser of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), Mahrang Baloch has approached Pakistan's Supreme Court against the denial of post-arrest bail in a case lodged against her under the 1997 Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), local media reported on Tuesday.

Karachi residents hold protest against prolonged power outages

IANS | April 28, 2026 2:50 PM

Islamabad, April 28 (IANS) Residents in Karachi held a protest against prolonged, unannounced power outages lasting up to 16 hours daily, resulting in severe traffic congestion in the city’s business district for hours, local media reported on Tuesday.