With an RSS-backed Chief Minister at the helm, Delhi’s position is evolving into the ideological nucleus of Hindu nationalism
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Afghan Taliban Justice Minister Resigns, Accuses Regime of Corruption and Betrayal
Taliban Justice Minister resigns, citing corruption, as top officials flee, exposing leadership struggles within the regime.
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Gujjar Women in IIOJK Accuse Forest Officials of Assault Amid Land Tensions
Tensions rise in Jammu & Kashmir as Gujjar tribals clash with forest officials over a nursery project, fearing displacement.
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IMF Team to Visit Pakistan for $1bn Climate Fund Talks: Finance Minister
Pakistan seeks $1bn IMF climate fund as finance minister eyes credit rating upgrade and broader tax reforms for stability.
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Pakistan’s GSP+ Renewal Hinges on Rights Progress, Says Dutch Envoy
Pakistan reapplies for GSP+ renewal, with approval tied to progress in human rights, environmental, and social commitments.
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Development or Demographic Shift? Kashmir’s Farmers Resist Land Takeover
Kashmir’s farmers resist land takeover as highways and townships reshape the region under India’s development drive.
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Pakistan COAS on UK Visit for High-Level Military Talks and Sandhurst Address
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.
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Why Did the U.S. Leave $7 Billion Worth of Weapons in Afghanistan?
Why did the U.S. leave behind $7B in weapons in Afghanistan? Was it a mistake or a calculated move against Pakistan?
Decades of Statehood, Decades of Broken Promises
Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram remain neglected, facing poor infrastructure, joblessness, and rising separatist sentiments.
