18 injured in Damascus bombing amid Macron's landmark Syria visit

IANS | July 7, 2026 2:54 PM

Damascus, July 7 (IANS) Two explosions occurred near the Ministry of Tourism in Syria's capital Damascus on Tuesday afternoon, injuring 18 people, including four police officers, local media reported citing the latest information released by the country's Interior Ministry.

Future of IWT remains tied to Pakistan’s cessation of cross-border terrorism against India

IANS | July 6, 2026 6:00 PM

Islamabad/New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) India's decision to hold the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) in abeyance following the heinous Pahalgam terror attack last year by Pakistan-backed terrorists underscores that the move is not directed against the Pakistani people but is intended to put pressure on Islamabad, which uses terrorism as an instrument, a report has stated.

Hamas taps Tawhidi Janata to expand Bangladesh footprint

Vicky Nanjappa | July 6, 2026 1:12 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) It is now well known that Hamas is seeking to expand its footprint across the world, with its current focus on South Asia. After establishing a presence in Pakistan with the support of the Inter-Services Intelligence, the outfit is now looking to expand into countries such as Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

HM Amit Shah approves designation of 17 Pakistan-based individuals as 'terrorists'

IANS | July 4, 2026 8:19 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) In keeping with Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central government's 'Zero Tolerance Policy' against terrorism, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has approved the designation of 17 Pakistani nationals, including Masood Ilyas Kashmiri, and six Indians as "terrorists", an official said on Saturday.

Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:24 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) In one of the most significant actions taken in recent years against cross-border terrorism, the Central government has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Inside alleged JeM module uncovered in Gujarat: Masood Azhar speeches, Pak handlers and covert funding

IANS | July 3, 2026 9:36 PM

Ahmedabad, July 3 (IANS) What began as a piece of intelligence received by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) about suspected extremist activity in North Gujarat has, investigators say, led to the unearthing of an alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) module that had been quietly taking shape over the past few months through a network of relatives, trusted associates and online contacts.