Pakistan brought Islamic State commander into politics to lead offensive against BLA: Agencies

Vicky Nanjappa | March 6, 2026 2:04 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) An Islamic State Commander, Shafiq Mengal met with Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari and joined the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). The development is interesting considering that the Islamic State and been roped in by the Pakistan establishment to battle against the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).

BJP undermining voters' mandate, reducing constitutional posts to puppet-like status: Shiv Sena(UBT) leader

IANS | March 6, 2026 1:50 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Shiv Sena(UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday criticised the functioning of constitutional institutions, alleging that key positions such as Chief Ministers and Governors are being changed overnight, which undermines democratic principles.

Karnataka govt announces social media ban for children under 16

IANS | March 6, 2026 1:36 PM

Bengaluru, March 6 (IANS) In a major move, the Congress-led Karnataka government has announced social media ban for children under 16 years of age in the state. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah made the announcement on Friday in this regard while presenting the budget for the financial year 2026-27 in the Legislative Assembly.

Instability risks like ongoing Gulf crisis becoming new normal, says Rajnath Singh

IANS | March 6, 2026 1:15 PM

Kolkata, March 6 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday that the risks of instability caused by geopolitical rivalry across land, sea, and air, such as the current tensions in the Gulf region involving the US, Israel, and Iran, are increasingly becoming the new normal.

Ranju Darshana becomes the first candidate to win in Nepal parliamentary elections

IANS | March 6, 2026 11:56 AM

Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) Ranju Darshana Neupane, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate from Kathmandu-1, has been elected to the House of Representatives, becoming the first candidate to secure victory in Nepal’s parliamentary elections held on Thursday.

Time is ripe for export-oriented agri production to reach global markets: PM Modi

IANS | March 6, 2026 11:54 AM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the time is ripe for increasing export-oriented agriculture production to join the global supply chains, which will create new jobs and empower our farmers.

JD(U) weakened, made smaller: Congress on Nitish Kumar’s RS nomination

IANS | March 6, 2026 11:15 AM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Congress leader Udit Raj on Friday launched a sharp attack on the BJP over its alleged treatment of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his party, Janata Dal (United), claiming the BJP systematically weakened JD(U) within the NDA alliance. His remarks came as Nitish Kumar filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha, sparking fresh political speculation in Bihar.

Nepal’s PM hopeful Balen Shah: An enigma, a rapper over political leader

Jayanta Bhattacharya | March 6, 2026 11:07 AM

Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) If the trends are an indication, Nepal’s mandate is all set for a Millennial Prime Minister who will assume office riding on a wave of Gen Z popularity. Balendra Shah does not reflect the image of the quintessential politician; he is rather like a musician-social media enthusiast who seems to ride the wave of popularity with elan.

BJP’s Dilip Ghosh welcomes new Bengal Guv, says President’s Rule possible if situation worsens

IANS | March 6, 2026 10:27 AM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh on Friday welcomed the appointment of a new Governor for West Bengal, expressing hope that the state’s law and order situation would improve under the new leadership.

Nepal polls: Prime Ministerial aspirant Balen Shah takes early lead over KP Oli

IANS | March 6, 2026 8:29 AM

Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) Prime Ministerial candidate from the Rastriya Swatantra Party, Balendra Shah, is leading against former PM K.P. Sharma Oli in Jhapa-5 in eastern Nepal, as the RSP takes a sweeping early lead in the country’s parliamentary elections.

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Pakistan brought Islamic State commander into politics to lead offensive against BLA: Agencies

BJP undermining voters' mandate, reducing constitutional posts to puppet-like status: Shiv Sena(UBT) leader

Karnataka govt announces social media ban for children under 16

Instability risks like ongoing Gulf crisis becoming new normal, says Rajnath Singh

Ranju Darshana becomes the first candidate to win in Nepal parliamentary elections

Time is ripe for export-oriented agri production to reach global markets: PM Modi

JD(U) weakened, made smaller: Congress on Nitish Kumar’s RS nomination

Nepal’s PM hopeful Balen Shah: An enigma, a rapper over political leader

BJP’s Dilip Ghosh welcomes new Bengal Guv, says President’s Rule possible if situation worsens

Nepal polls: Prime Ministerial aspirant Balen Shah takes early lead over KP Oli

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