AQIS quietly expands terror network, eyes India's Northeast

Vicky Nanjappa | August 14, 2026 1:57 PM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), a regional affiliate of Al-Qaeda, transitioned from a fragmented entity into a structured regional network, leveraging online propaganda and proxy outfits to expand its reach across India and neighboring countries, according to a recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) report.

At least six dead as torrential rains trigger widespread flooding in Japan

IANS | August 14, 2026 12:12 PM

Tokyo, Aug 14 (IANS) At least six people have died after torrential rains lashed eastern Japan from Thursday into early Friday, triggering widespread flooding, local media reported. Japan’s weather agency issued its highest Level 5 heavy rain warning for more than one-third of the municipalities in Chiba Prefecture, near Tokyo, as authorities remained on alert amid worsening weather conditions.

‘India-Vietnam ties anchored in trust, mutual respect, goodwill’: Indian Envoy

IANS | August 14, 2026 11:47 AM

Hanoi, Aug 14 (IANS) Highlighting the enduring partnership between India and Vietnam, Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Tshering W. Sherpa described the two countries as “progressive and forward-looking partners” that have built a strong relationship by turning challenges into opportunities, learning from each other and building on their shared strengths.

15 months of zero border releases: Trump administration

IANS | August 14, 2026 10:29 AM

Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) The Trump administration on Thursday reported a 15th consecutive month without releases of undocumented migrants at the US border, citing tighter enforcement and historically low crossings.