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Verdict against leading Baloch activist signals Pakistan's crackdown on women's dissent: Report

IANS | July 4, 2026 4:25 PM

Quetta, July 4 (IANS) The recent life sentence handed down to Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leader Mahrang Baloch is being viewed as a message to Baloch women, whose defiance against Pakistani state atrocities was long underestimated by the country's security establishment. While the state has long known how to confront tribal leaders, student militants, guerrillas, and exiles, it has struggled to respond to mothers, sisters, and daughters who have taken to the streets carrying photographs of their disappeared relatives, a report has stated.

Baloch group attacks Pakistan Coast Guards camp, claims killing 30 military personnel

IANS | July 4, 2026 3:51 PM

Quetta, July 4 (IANS) The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for an attack on a Pakistan Coast Guards camp in the Jiwani region of Balochistan's Gwadar district that resulted in the death of over 30 security personnel and injuries to several others.

Automation, AI to likely disrupt 40 pc of Bangladesh’s jobs: Report

IANS | July 4, 2026 3:49 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Around 40 per cent of Bangladesh’s workforce could face disruption from automation and artificial intelligence, raising urgent questions about the future of the country’s labour-intensive manufacturing and its ability to protect jobs, a report has said.

Pakistan's message of fraternal affection for Bangladesh rings hollow

IANS | July 4, 2026 3:39 PM

Dhaka, July 4 (IANS) Pakistan's newfound "diplomatic romance" with Bangladesh, stands in stark contrast to the human tragedy unfolding in the labyrinthine, open-sewered slums of Karachi, including Machar Colony and Musa Colony, where an estimated three million Bangladeshi Bengalis live in a state of "institutionalised invisibility".

Trump administration's emboldening of Pakistan will eventually cost US dearly: Report

IANS | July 4, 2026 3:18 PM

Tel Aviv, July 4 (IANS) Pakistan may now find itself in a position where history repeatedly shows that governments enjoying international strategic importance often face reduced external pressure over their internal governance failures.

Rights body says blasphemy charges being misused against minorities in Bangladesh

IANS | July 4, 2026 3:06 PM

Dhaka, July 4 (IANS) A leading minority rights organisation on Saturday warned of a terrifying pattern across Bangladesh, alleging that blasphemy accusations were being used as a weapon against religious minorities in the country, while documenting 17 related cases between January and June this year.

PM Modi congratulates Keiko Fujimori on Peru presidential election victory, reaffirms commitment to stronger bilateral ties

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:08 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Keiko Fujimori on her victory in Peru’s presidential election, reaffirming India’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties and expressing his eagerness to work closely with the incoming leader to deepen cooperation across multiple sectors.

Hafiz Saeed's son Talha to head Lashkar as ISI rebuilds outfit into three commands

Vicky Nanjappa | July 4, 2026 2:00 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The Lashkar-e-Taiba, which suffered the heaviest losses during Operation Sindoor last year, has begun efforts to rebuild its network and leadership.

UN honours 651 Indian Army peacekeepers for service in DR Congo

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:28 PM

United Nations, July 4 (IANS) In a significant recognition of India's enduring contribution to global peacekeeping efforts, 651 Indian Army personnel serving under the United Nations were awarded the United Nations Medal during a ceremonial Medal Parade held at the Permanent Operating Base Sake in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the Army announced on Saturday.

Uyghur groups call for global action against China ahead of Urumqi Massacre anniversary

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:49 PM

Washington, July 4 (IANS) Several Uyghur advocacy groups have urged the international community to press Beijing to reveal the fate of those killed, disappeared, or imprisoned during the “2009 Urumchi Massacre” by Chinese forces in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China, ahead of its 17th anniversary on July 5.

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Verdict against leading Baloch activist signals Pakistan's crackdown on women's dissent: Report

Baloch group attacks Pakistan Coast Guards camp, claims killing 30 military personnel

Automation, AI to likely disrupt 40 pc of Bangladesh’s jobs: Report

Pakistan's message of fraternal affection for Bangladesh rings hollow

Trump administration's emboldening of Pakistan will eventually cost US dearly: Report

Rights body says blasphemy charges being misused against minorities in Bangladesh

PM Modi congratulates Keiko Fujimori on Peru presidential election victory, reaffirms commitment to stronger bilateral ties

Hafiz Saeed's son Talha to head Lashkar as ISI rebuilds outfit into three commands

UN honours 651 Indian Army peacekeepers for service in DR Congo

Uyghur groups call for global action against China ahead of Urumqi Massacre anniversary

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