Trump Ally Kash Patel Takes Helm at FBI After Senate Approval
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The Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director despite Democratic concerns over his ties to Trump and lack of experience.
Delhi’s Right Turn: What It Means for South Asia
With an RSS-backed Chief Minister at the helm, Delhi’s position is evolving into the ideological nucleus of Hindu nationalism
Afghan Taliban Justice Minister Resigns, Accuses Regime of Corruption and Betrayal
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Taliban Justice Minister resigns, citing corruption, as top officials flee, exposing leadership struggles within the regime.
Gujjar Women in IIOJK Accuse Forest Officials of Assault Amid Land Tensions
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Tensions rise in Jammu & Kashmir as Gujjar tribals clash with forest officials over a nursery project, fearing displacement.
IMF Team to Visit Pakistan for $1bn Climate Fund Talks: Finance Minister
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Pakistan seeks $1bn IMF climate fund as finance minister eyes credit rating upgrade and broader tax reforms for stability.
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari Slams Western ‘Hypocrisy’ on Pakistan’s Nuclear Weapons at Oxford Union
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Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari criticizes Western hypocrisy on nuclear weapons in Oxford Union speech, honoring Benazir Bhutto’s legacy.
Pakistan’s GSP+ Renewal Hinges on Rights Progress, Says Dutch Envoy
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Pakistan reapplies for GSP+ renewal, with approval tied to progress in human rights, environmental, and social commitments.
Development or Demographic Shift? Kashmir’s Farmers Resist Land Takeover
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Kashmir’s farmers resist land takeover as highways and townships reshape the region under India’s development drive.
Pakistan COAS on UK Visit for High-Level Military Talks and Sandhurst Address
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COAS General Asim Munir’s UK visit strengthens Pakistan-UK military ties, focusing on modernization and security cooperation.
Indian Police Raid Bookstores in Kashmir, Seize Hundreds of Books in Crackdown on Dissent
Indian police raid bookstores in Kashmir, seizing 650+ books, sparking outrage over suppression of free speech and dissent.