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Pakistan's security crisis direct consequence of its support for jihadist groups: Report

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:48 PM

Islamabad, Feb 9 (IANS) Pakistan under Asim Munir has become an even more precarious security state, appeasing world powers, clashing with neighbours, and overseeing turbulence domestically, a report has detailed while highlighting that the roots of ongoing crisis in the country lie in the security and foreign policies implemented by its military leadership.

Tensions flare in Varanasi's Dal Mandi as demolition drive triggers protests

IANS | February 9, 2026 4:20 PM

Varanasi, Feb 9 (IANS) Protests broke out in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi on Monday after demolition work began in the Dal Mandi area as part of a road widening project, with the situation turning tense when a shopkeeper allegedly set his own establishment on fire in protest against the action.

Desperation mounts as ISI hunts Afghan Taliban dissidents to sustain Kashmir operations

Vicky Nanjappa | February 9, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) After ties with the Afghan Taliban soured, Pakistan has been hunting for disgruntled elements and recruiting them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed. Indian agencies have learnt that the ISI has been scouting for disgruntled elements from the Afghan Taliban and other breakaway factions. The idea is to recruit such persons and take them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed.

Nepal elections: Border points with India to shut for 72 hours

IANS | February 8, 2026 10:05 PM

Kathmandu, Feb 8 (IANS) Security officials of Nepal and India have agreed to close border checkpoints for 72 hours during Nepal’s upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for March 5, with the aim of ensuring a secure polling environment.

India to be LWE-free by March 2026, reiterates Home Minister Amit Shah

IANS | February 8, 2026 9:33 PM

Raipur, Feb 8 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that Maoist ideology is the main reason for Left Wing Extremism (LWE) in the country, asserting that this destructive ideology has ruined the lives of three generations of tribals living across several states, including Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.

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