Rights body alleges Pakistan using judiciary to silence activists, cites detention of Mahrang Baloch

IANS | February 16, 2026 1:39 PM

Quetta, Feb 16 (IANS) A leading human rights organisation on Monday asserted that the continued imprisonment of two prominent women figures in Pakistan, including Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) chief organiser Mahrang Baloch human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari-Hazir is not merely an attempt to silence two individuals but reflects a broader effort by the Pakistani authorities to suppress the voices of the oppressed communities they represent.

T20 WC: Omarzai's 4-fer helps Afghanistan restrict UAE to 160/9

IANS | February 16, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) Afghanistan’s bowlers, led by Azmatullah Omarzai’s 4-15, ensured that UAE’s promising middle‑order surge did not translate into a commanding total as they restricted the Gulf side to 160/9 in their 20 overs in the Group D clash of 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday.