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Pakistan’s blasphemy laws paralyse institutions, undermine justice: Rights group

IANS | March 27, 2026 1:32 PM

Islamabad, March 27 (IANS) A leading minority rights group on Friday alleged that Pakistan’s blasphemy laws are being exploited as a tool of systematic coercion, enabling organised religious groups and their allies to intimidate judges, prosecutors, police, and politicians, effectively holding the country’s justice system and broader state machinery hostage.

Pakistan resumes deportation of Afghan refugees through Torkham border

IANS | March 27, 2026 12:57 PM

Islamabad, March 27 (IANS) Pakistan has resumed deportation of undocumented Afghan refugees through the Torkham border after the border was reopened for one-way pedestrian movement after its month-long closure due to clashes between Kabul and Islamabad, local media reported on Friday.

Pan-India fake currency network expands as new entry points emerge

Vicky Nanjappa | March 27, 2026 11:36 AM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) India’s security agencies have flagged the increasing number of entry points through which fake currency is being circulated in the market. At first fake currency was being pushed into Nepal from Pakistan before making its entry into India. However, with the Indian agencies stepping up vigilance at the Nepal border, the focus shifted to Malda in West Bengal.

US embassy highlights Trump's praise of PM Modi as 'leader who gets things done'

IANS | March 27, 2026 9:58 AM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) The United States Embassy in India on Friday highlighted remarks by US President Donald Trump praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a leader who “gets things done”, while expressing confidence that the relationship between the two countries will grow stronger in the coming years.

US moves to overhaul military IT systems

IANS | March 27, 2026 7:51 AM

Washington, March 27 (IANS) The Pentagon is pushing to overhaul its information technology systems. Officials say outdated networks and cyber risks could hurt military readiness.

US warns of China-linked campus threats

IANS | March 27, 2026 7:48 AM

Washington, March 27 (IANS) US lawmakers warned that foreign actors, including those linked to China, are targeting American universities for espionage and influence.

US lawmakers warn of rising space, nuclear threats

IANS | March 27, 2026 7:09 AM

Washington, March 27 (IANS) US lawmakers and military commanders warned that growing threats from China, Russia and other adversaries are rapidly reshaping the strategic landscape, with space emerging as a frontline domain in any future conflict.

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