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India to Upgrade Kabul ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Says Jaishankar
India to upgrade Kabul mission to an embassy as Taliban FM Muttaqi visits New Delhi for first high-level talks.
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi Begins First Visit to India as Taliban’s Top Diplomat
Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi begins first visit to India as Taliban’s top diplomat after UN lifts travel ban.
US Drops Student Visas to India by 44% as Trust Deficit Deepens Between Washington and New Delhi
The US issued 19.1% fewer student visas in August 2025, with a sharp 44.5% drop for Indian applicants
Indian Army Halts Muslim Graveyard Construction in Telangana, Citing Defence Ownership
Indian Army stops graveyard construction in Shaikpet, Telangana, sparking outrage over denial of Muslim burial rights.
Three Dead, Dozen Hurt in JKJAAC Clash with Peace Rally in Muzaffarabad
Three killed in Muzaffarabad as JKJAAC protesters clash with peace rally; AJK PM blames Indian funding, Rajnath Singh hints at New Delhi’s role.
Kapil Dev Urges Indian Players to Keep Politics Out of Cricket After Asia Cup 2025 Drama
Kapil Dev has urged Indian cricketers to focus on sport after the 2025 Asia Cup was overshadowed by handshake snubs, trophy refusal, and political statements.
Chief Advisor of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, talking at the Asia Society. IC: Screengrab
Bangladesh's Chief Advisor speaks out on strained relations with India, calling for a return to regional economic cooperation.
The delegation from Lakki Marwat meeting with the Afghan Ambassador. IC: File Photo
A delegation from Lakki Marwat appeals to the Afghan ambassador in Islamabad to secure the release of abducted factory workers.
Bagram and the Making of Great Game 3.0
As Trump warns Kabul over Bagram, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Gulf face fresh risks. The Great Game 3.0 is unfolding across Asia and the Middle East.
At Book Launch, Ata Tarar Says ‘Strategic Reckoning’ Shapes National Security Debate
At Islamabad book launch, Ataullah Tarar calls Strategic Reckoning vital for youth to grasp May 2025 war and Pakistan’s deterrence policy.
The DC shooting by an Afghan national has triggered global policy shifts, raising deep concerns about refugee security and future asylum routes.
Pakistan expresses solidarity with the U.S. following a targeted attack on National Guard personnel
Age, single status, and financial scrutiny leave travellers frustrated as visa uncertainty persists.
Foreign Office expresses solidarity with China and Tajikistan after armed drone kills three Chinese nationals near the Afghan border.
Suspect identified as Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakhanwal, linked to CIA in Afghanistan; authorities launch full investigation.
Australia declares Iran’s IRGC a state sponsor of terrorism under a new law after attacks on the Jewish community in 2024.
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