Pakistan turns to terror networks as grip over Afghanistan fades

IANS | August 29, 2026 3:07 PM

Washington, Aug 29 (IANS) As Pakistan's conventional influence over Afghanistan fades, Islamabad appears to be reverting to a familiar strategy: selectively tolerating terrorist groups. Analysts say terror group Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) networks remain active in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces, with some allegedly surviving because of tolerance or support from elements within the Pakistani security establishment, a report has highlighted.

Nepal President thanks India for 'generous support' after deadly flash floods

IANS | August 29, 2026 1:53 PM

Kathmandu, Aug 29 (IANS) Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel on Saturday expressed gratitude to his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu for her concern and the support extended by the government of India following the devastating flash floods in Nepal that left hundreds dead and caused widespread destruction.

Rights group flags gaps in Bangladesh police account of Hindu family killings in Rangpur

IANS | August 29, 2026 12:51 PM

Dhaka, Aug 29 (IANS) A leading human rights organisation has cast doubt on the Bangladeshi police’s preliminary account surrounding the gruesome killings of a Hindu family in Rangpur city, citing discrepancies between the official version and information provided by the victims’ relatives, and various media reports, local media reported.

Nepal to bury unidentified bodies recovered after flash floods

IANS | August 29, 2026 12:38 PM

Kathmandu, Aug 29 (IANS) Nepal authorities have decided to bury 229 unidentified and unclaimed bodies recovered in southern Chitwan district following the devastating floods in the Bhote Koshi River, citing the risk of infection and the deteriorating condition of the remains.