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Rights group accuses Pakistan's military of trying to legitimise enforced disappearance

IANS | January 11, 2026 5:58 PM

Quetta, Jan 11 (IANS) The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has accused Pakistan’s military media wing of trying to legitimise enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings, terming the Inter-Services Public Relations' (ISPR) latest press conference a "systematic effort" to justify state repression in Balochistan, local media reported.

'Weakness of China’s domestic economy is hidden in massive trade surplus'

IANS | January 11, 2026 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) While China has accumulated a massive trade surplus of $1 trillion which is often seen as a reflection of the Asian giant as a manufacturing powerhouse, the truth is that it is also an indicator of weak domestic demand, a weakening Chinese currency, and a slowing economy, according to an article.

Pakistan needs to give fair taxation rights to states

IANS | January 11, 2026 5:22 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) have ignored proposals outlined in Tax Reforms: Agenda for Self-Sustainability, which demonstrates the potential to collect Rs 30 trillion at the federal level alone, enabling Pakistan to overcome its monstrous fiscal deficit, eliminate dependence on fresh loans, achieve rapid economic growth, and provide social services to all citizens, according to an article in Lahore-based Friday Times.

Uncertain future for Afghan students in Pakistan, many complain of police excesses

IANS | January 11, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) As tensions continue to flare between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the fate of many students and asylum seekers in the former’s territory hangs in balance as they live under constant fear of repression, police excesses and forced deportation.

Rights group flags harassment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan, pens letter to PM

IANS | January 11, 2026 5:09 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) Amnesty International, a leading human rights organisation, has asked the Pakistani government to protect and shield the Afghan refugees, staying in their territory, from harassment and unlawful torture by security agencies.

Pakistani police arrest Afghan journalist in Islamabad

IANS | January 11, 2026 4:07 PM

Kabul, Jan 11 (IANS) Freelance Afghan journalist Ubaidullah Ahmadi has been detained by police in Pakistan's Islamabad, sparking concerns regarding the safety of exiled reporters facing possible forced deportation, local media reported.

India, Russia cement business ties at Moscow conference

IANS | January 11, 2026 3:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) The XVI Russia–India Business Dialogue held in Moscow, attended by over 1,250 participants, observed that the development of Russia–India cooperation and implementation of joint business projects will continue at major international platforms, including the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, scheduled to take place from June 3 to 6.

Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir doctors warn of launching strike from January 26

IANS | January 11, 2026 3:08 PM

Islamabad, Jan 11 (IANS) The United Doctors Forum (UDF) — an umbrella organisation of the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) and the Young Doctors Association (YDA) in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) -- has warned the authorities of launching a protest from January 26 if their "long-pending and legitimate" demands were not agreed to, local media reported.

Protests held in Pakistan's Quetta over prolonged gas shortages amid severe cold

IANS | January 11, 2026 2:21 PM

Quetta, Jan 11 (IANS) Protests were held in Pakistan's Quetta due to prolonged gas shortages amid a severe cold weather, with residents blocking roads and burning tyres along low pressure and disruption of supplies, local media reported on Sunday.

EAM Jaishankar's visit to France, Luxembourg reviewed ties, reflected India's growing engagement with Europe

IANS | January 11, 2026 11:57 AM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar paid an official visit to the Republic of France and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, reflecting India's growing engagement with Europe, an official statement said on Sunday.

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Rights group accuses Pakistan's military of trying to legitimise enforced disappearance

'Weakness of China’s domestic economy is hidden in massive trade surplus'

Pakistan needs to give fair taxation rights to states

Uncertain future for Afghan students in Pakistan, many complain of police excesses

Rights group flags harassment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan, pens letter to PM

Pakistani police arrest Afghan journalist in Islamabad

India, Russia cement business ties at Moscow conference

Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir doctors warn of launching strike from January 26

Protests held in Pakistan's Quetta over prolonged gas shortages amid severe cold

EAM Jaishankar's visit to France, Luxembourg reviewed ties, reflected India's growing engagement with Europe

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