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Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) released a set of notifications to include the names in the Fourth Schedule of the UAPA, that gives the government the power to declare people as terrorists if they indulge in any terrorist activity.

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India abstains on UNGA Afghanistan resolution; calls for preventing LeT, JeM exploiting territory

UN General Assembly again urges adoption of terrorism convention proposed by India

India's Permanent Representative P. Harish urged member states to end double standards in tackling terrorism and stressed that there can be no distinction between "good" and "bad" terrorists.

2 days ago

Highly deplorable: India slams targeted demolition of 125-year-old Gurdwara in Pakistan

]MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the incident reflects the continued systemic targeting of religious minorities and their places of worship in Pakistan. India urged Pakistan to investigate the matter, bring those responsible to justice, and restore the demolished portions of the historic gurdwara

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'We'll Cut Off Hands': Pakistan Minister Issues Fresh Threat Over Indus Waters Treaty

Pakistan reiterated that the treaty remains legally binding, while India has maintained it will stay in abeyance until Islamabad takes credible action against cross-border terrorism. India has also said it plans to fully utilise its share of the Indus waters within the next 18 to 24 months.

4 days ago

India backs FATF, rebuts Pakistan's attacks on anti-terror financing body

India's Permanent Representative P. Harish said countries facing adverse FATF assessments should strengthen enforcement and financial transparency instead of politicising the issue. He also highlighted India's efforts to curb terror financing, including regulating virtual asset service providers and sharing best practices with the FATF.

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Pakistan bombs Afghanistan overnight; 29 kids and women killed

The conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan flared up again with Islamabad reportedly claiming to have killed 29 militants in a ground operation, followed by "calibrated strikes" against militant hideouts and safe havens in the neighbouring country.

5 days ago

India Slams Pakistan Over Karachi Attack Allegations, Calls For Crackdown On Terror Infrastructure

India rejected Pakistan's allegations linking it to the Karachi Rangers compound attack, calling the claims baseless and urging Islamabad to dismantle terror infrastructure within its own territory. The response followed a militant assault that killed four Rangers personnel.

6 days ago

Lashkar terrorist seen attending funeral of Shoaib Akhtar's brother in Islamabad

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar faced controversy after individuals reportedly linked to banned terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba attended his brother Shahid Akhtar's funeral in Islamabad. Images from the ceremony triggered scrutiny.

7 days ago

India dismisses Pakistan's 'fabricated claim' on PoK unrest, seeks global intervention

The MEA also criticised Pakistan for spreading fake news and videos to deflect attention from the situation in the region. Reports suggest that dozens of people have been killed and hundreds injured in clashes between protesters and security forces in Rawalakot

10 days ago

Iran halts participation in Switzerland talks after US threats

The move came after US President Donald Trump warned Iran to rein in its proxies in Lebanon or face stronger US military action. Despite Iran's withdrawal, US officials said negotiations had made early progress on Iran's nuclear programme, the Strait of Hormuz and maintaining the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon, with talks led by Vice President JD Vance

11 days ago

Afghanistan claims airstrikes on ISIS sites in Pakistan

The development comes amid rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, following recent disputes over cross-border strikes. Earlier this month, Afghanistan strongly protested Pakistani airstrikes that allegedly killed 13 civilians, including children, accusing Islamabad of violating its airspace and international law

15 days ago

UK MPs condemn Pakistan over 'excessive, unlawful' use of force on PoK protesters

The parliamentarians called on Pakistan to immediately restore communications, lift restrictions, protect peaceful assemblies, ensure medical access for the injured and release detainees or produce them before courts.

23 days ago

India reaffirms commitment to peace and stability in Afghanistan

India reaffirms commitment to UN Mission in Afghanistan, condemns Pakistan attacks

during the UN Security Council discussion, India criticized Pakistan for questioning the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and condemned Islamabad's military actions against Afghanistan.

25 days ago

JioHotstar livestreams Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 OTT premiere; internet calls it 'dumbest idea ever'

'We wanted OTT, not a TV premiere': Viewers expressed frustration on social media, arguing that the livestream format undermined one of OTT's biggest advantages. Ranveer Singh's Dhurandar is now streaming on JioHotstar.

29 days ago

"No other country has the locus standi": India rejects China-Pak remarks on Kashmir, reasserts J&K and Ladakh are integral part

The MEA said Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India and rejected references made in the joint statement issued by China and Pakistan.

May 26, 2026

Trump rejects Iran's response to new US proposal

'Mandatorily requesting': Trump calls on Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey and other nations to join Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump urged Muslim-majority nations including Saudi Arabia and Qatar to normalize relations with Israel by joining the Abraham Accords as part of an emerging Iran peace deal. In a Truth Social post, Trump said broader participation would strengthen regional peace and suggested Iran could eventually join the accords too.

May 25, 2026

The Generals, the Kites, and the Optics

Analysts believe the move is aimed at presenting a softer, more globally acceptable face under Army chief Asim Munir amid economic pressure, diplomatic challenges and growing concern over India's rising cultural and geopolitical influence.

May 25, 2026

India slams 'illegally constituted' IWT Court of Arbitration, rejects fresh award

India on Saturday rejected the latest award issued by the so-called Court of Arbitration under the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it "null and void" and reiterating that the arbitral body was "illegally constituted".

May 16, 2026

Trump claims 'total military victory' over Iran, says US strikes severely damaged Tehran's capabilities

US President Donald Trump claimed the United States achieved a "total military victory" over Iran, saying recent US strikes severely damaged Tehran's naval, air and missile-production capabilities. Trump said the ceasefire was agreed upon at the request of other countries, i