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Pakistan govt's tightening control pushes independent press to precipice of extinction: Report

IANS | March 25, 2026 9:01 PM

Islamabad, March 25 (IANS) The Pakistani government's tightening control through media regulations and the selective weaponisation of information has pushed the country’s independent press to the precipice of extinction, a report has stated emphasising that the state’s information war has shifted from subtle manipulation to an overt, systematic campaign to sanitise the public narrative.

Nepal: Inquiry panel seeks criminal prosecution of former PM Oli over Gen-Z crackdown

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:55 PM

Kathmandu, March 25 (IANS) A high-level inquiry commission formed to investigate incidents during last year’s Gen-Z movement in Nepal has recommended a criminal investigation and prosecution of former Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli, former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, and then Police Chief Chandra Kuber Khapung.

India and UK discuss ways to address evolving maritime and aerospace security challenges

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:13 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi met UK's Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Harvey Smyth in New Delhi on Wednesday with discussions focused on advancing defence cooperation between both nations. The two chiefs laid emphasis on enhancing jointness, strengthening interoperability, and addressing evolving maritime and aerospace security challenges. They also spoke about operational cooperation, training exchanges, and capacity building.

With 68 pc approval ratings, PM Modi is world’s most popular leader: Morning Consult

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:06 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again topped the global list of most popular leaders by achieving approval ratings of 68 per cent, according to a survey by the Morning Consult, a reputed US-based data analytics firm.

India and US discuss regional security, advancing bilateral defence cooperation

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:53 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met visiting US Under Secretary of War Elbridge Colby on the sidelines of the India–US Defence Policy Group meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday, discussing strengthening defence cooperation and strategic partnership.

Latvia, Estonia report drone incursions from Russian airspace

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:49 PM

Riga, March 25 (IANS) Estonia and Latvia on Wednesday reported that drones entered their airspace from Russia. Latvia's National Armed Forces (NBS) stated that its air force detected an unmanned aircraft entering Latvian airspace from Russia. According to the statement, wreckage of the drone was found at the spot, however, no casualty was reported during the incident.

Kashmir shows strong solidarity with Iran through mega donation drive

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:35 PM

Srinagar, March 25 (IANS) A large-scale donation drive has emerged from Srinagar and other parts of Jammu and Kashmir in support of Iran, with contributions estimated to be in the range of Rs 500–600 crore, according to Shia preacher and Majlis Ulama Imamia President Dr Aga Syed Mudasir Rizvi.

Terror-sponsor Pakistan has no locus standi to comment on India's internal matters: MEA

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:15 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) India on Wednesday slammed Pakistan over comments made in support of a terrorist organisation and its members, stressing that Islamabad has no locus standi to speak on matters related to India and its judicial processes.

India and UK explore joint initiatives to bolster peace and security

IANS | March 25, 2026 6:42 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi held a meeting with UK's Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Sir Harvey Smyth in New Delhi on Wednesday, discussing the current geostrategic situation and issues of mutual interest.

Bangladesh observes 'Genocide Day' as world recalls brutality of Pakistani forces

IANS | March 25, 2026 6:35 PM

Dhaka, March 25 (IANS) The night of March 25, 1971 - etched in the nation's history as the 'Black Night' - remains a painful reminder of the brutal crackdown by Pakistani forces, a report highlighted as Bangladesh observes 'Genocide Day' on Wednesday.

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Pakistan govt's tightening control pushes independent press to precipice of extinction: Report

Nepal: Inquiry panel seeks criminal prosecution of former PM Oli over Gen-Z crackdown

India and UK discuss ways to address evolving maritime and aerospace security challenges

With 68 pc approval ratings, PM Modi is world’s most popular leader: Morning Consult

India and US discuss regional security, advancing bilateral defence cooperation

Latvia, Estonia report drone incursions from Russian airspace

Kashmir shows strong solidarity with Iran through mega donation drive

Terror-sponsor Pakistan has no locus standi to comment on India's internal matters: MEA

India and UK explore joint initiatives to bolster peace and security

Bangladesh observes 'Genocide Day' as world recalls brutality of Pakistani forces

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