Islamabad, Jan 6 (IANS) The security situation in Pakistan deteriorated sharply in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of increasing conflict and violence in the country. A total of 699 attacks were recorded in Pakistan in 2025, showcasing a rise of 34 per cent over 2024, according to the Pakistan Security Report 2025 by PIPS, local media reported.
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Beijing and Islamabad are actively deepening diplomatic, economic, and security ties with Afghanistan and Bangladesh in ways that can reduce India’s influence, chiefly through dialogues, offers to extend economic and military cooperation to the South Asian countries.
Gorakhpur, Jan 6 (IANS) Panic erupted on the Gorakhpur-Lokmanya Tilak Express on Tuesday following a bomb threat, prompting swift action from security agencies. Senior police officials, including the Superintendent of Police (SP), along with the entire police force, rushed to the scene. The train was immediately stopped at Mau railway station in Uttar Pradesh and evacuated, and a thorough search operation was launched.
Chandigarh, Jan 6 (IANS) A 15-year-old boy was detained from Pathankot in Punjab by the police for “spying” and allegedly sharing confidential data via social media, prompting a state-wide alert for similar espionage activities involving children.
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The scales are tilting in favour of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) with opinion polls now predicting a landslide victory in the upcoming Bangladesh elections, scheduled for February 12.
Washington, Jan 5 (IANS) The Trump administration is preparing for a possible reopening of the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, even as American officials warn that the security situation in Venezuela remains “fluid” and continues to pose severe risks to U.S. citizens.
Washington, Jan 5 (IANS) US Vice President JD Vance Monday said his family was not at home when an intruder attempted to break into his Ohio residence, thanking the US Secret Service and Cincinnati police for a swift response, as local authorities charged a 26-year-old man in connection with the incident.
New York, Jan 5 (IANS) Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro is in a federal court on Monday to face charges of narco-terrorism after his capture by US forces in his country.
Tehran/New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) India on Monday advised its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran until further notice, owing to the recent developments in the country.
Ayodhya, Jan 5 (IANS) Saints and sages of Ayodhya expressed their views on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, remembering the first assault on the Somnath temple, one thousand years ago, and lauded the undying spirit of the Hindu faith for standing tall against all the adversity and brutality by foreign invaders.
