Pakistani forces kill over 140 in two-day Balochistan clashes

IANS | February 2, 2026 8:49 AM

Islamabad, Feb 2 (IANS) Pakistani security forces killed 145 people during a 40-hour military operation launched in response to a series of what authorities described as “coordinated” gun and bomb attacks across Balochistan, local media reported, quoting provincial Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti.

Machado says transition in Venezuela is 'unstoppable'

IANS | February 2, 2026 7:34 AM

Washington, Feb 2 (IANS) Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said the transition away from the Maduro regime is “unstoppable,” arguing that sustained US pressure is forcing changes inside Venezuela even as the opposition continues to push for a democratic transfer of power.

US-based NGO welcomes Budget boost for Divyangjan

IANS | February 2, 2026 6:59 AM

Washington, Feb 2 (IANS) A US-based disability advocacy non-profit welcomed India’s Union Budget 2026, saying new schemes focused on skills, jobs, and assistive support mark a major step toward empowering persons with disabilities.

Mamata Banerjee to meet CEC in Delhi today on SIR issue

IANS | February 2, 2026 6:51 AM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will be meeting the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Gyanesh Kumar, at the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters in New Delhi on Monday.

Union Budget 2026 boosts India’s biopharma ambitions: USAIC

Lalit K Jha | February 2, 2026 6:36 AM

Washington, Feb 2 (IANS) The annual Union Budget sends a clear policy signal on biopharma and healthcare innovation, the USA India Chambers of Commerce (USAIC) said, citing new investments, expansion of clinical trial infrastructure, and steps toward global regulatory alignment.