Khalistani extremist networks driving transnational crime: Report

IANS | July 11, 2026 8:26 PM

Washington, July 11 (IANS) The Khalistan movement, as an ethno-religious state project, enjoys little support in India's Punjab, where Sikhs continue to prosper within the world's largest democracy. Overseas, however, some of its most vocal advocates have increasingly been linked to organised crime. The Khalistan flag displayed in California’s Stockton isn’t a symbol of liberation, but the banner of criminal networks, a report has stated.

India and Russia vow to enhance cooperation in countering terrorism

IANS | July 9, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) India and Russia continue to work on enhancing cooperation and address challenges of violent extremism, radicalisation, and terror financing, discussions on which were held in detail during the 14th meeting of the India-Russia Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism (CT).

ISI plots Khalistan-linked attacks on Indian diaspora in UK, Canada, warn agencies

Vicky Nanjappa | July 9, 2026 1:08 PM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Indian intelligence agencies have warned of an emerging security threat to the Indian diaspora in Canada and the United Kingdom, with inputs indicating that elements linked to the Pakistan-based Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and Khalistani extremists are planning a coordinated campaign of attacks against individuals perceived to be supporters of India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Pakistan's water crisis stems from internal failures, not India: Report

IANS | July 8, 2026 9:28 PM

Islamabad, July 8 (IANS) Pakistan is facing an escalating water crisis, with cities such as Lahore and other parts of Punjab province witnessing worsening shortages. However, instead of addressing structural failures and excessive groundwater extraction that has aggravated the water crisis, Islamabad continues to blame India, a report has stated.

Desperate to stay relevant, Jaish-e-Mohammed launches major digital propaganda drive

Vicky Nanjappa | July 8, 2026 3:44 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) As India’s Operation Sindoor continues to cast a long shadow over Pakistan-based terror outfits, the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), weakened by heavy losses and struggling to regain operational strength, has launched an extensive digital propaganda campaign in a bid to stay relevant and rebuild its support base, intelligence officials have said.

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.