Mahrang Baloch's life sentence demonstrates deterioration in Pakistan's engagement with Baloch rights activism: Report

IANS | June 28, 2026 8:56 PM

Quetta, June 28 (IANS) The life sentence handed down to Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch demonstrates a significant deterioration in the Pakistani state's engagement with Baloch rights activism. The court's judgement is likely to increase concerns about the human rights situation in Balochistan and increase the mistrust between the people and the authorities, a report has stated.

Political witch hunt hits Bangladesh’s healthcare sector

IANS | June 28, 2026 7:26 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Recent administrative changes and political transitions in Bangladesh’s medical sector have affected several of the country’s famous doctors, raising questions about institutional continuity, human rights, and the future of public health, according to an article in the Bangladeshi media.

India, Seychelles sign pacts to strengthen trade, digital payments, farm ties

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:32 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) India and Seychelles on Sunday signed agreements to strengthen bilateral ties across trade, digital technology and agriculture following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Seychelles President Patrick Herminie during the Indian Prime Minister's three-day State Visit to the Indian Ocean nation.