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B'desh Army chief says soldiers will return after police resume operations

Underlining that 30 crimes against minority communities have been committed in 20 districts of the country, he called upon the political parties to shun all violence and do politics for the people

How a housing scheme scam led to ex-Pakistan ISI chief Faiz Hameed's arrest

This is the first time in Pakistan's history that a court martial has been initiated against a former intelligence chief

Jaishankar's visit a significant milestone: Maldivian foreign ministry

Jaishankar's official visit to the Maldives from Friday to Sunday was the first high-level trip from New Delhi after President Mohamed Muizzu, seen as a pro-China leader, assumed office

Jindal Stainless to manufacture high-end stainless steel for BrahMos

Jindal Stainless has been accredited by BrahMos Aerospace Pvt Ltd as a qualified vendor for the manufacturing and supply of steel sheets and plates

St Martin's island: How many military bases does US have around the world?

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has in the past alleged that a foreign country, possibly the US, might be interested in setting up a military base in St Martin's island

Nepal govt pledges to safeguard use of its territory against neighbours

The minister gave this assurance during his meeting with India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, who paid a courtesy call on him to discuss matters of bilateral interest and concerns

Priyanka urges Bangladesh govt to ensure safety of Hindus, other minorities

Bangladesh's interim leader Mohammad Yunus on Saturday condemned attacks on minority communities in the violence-hit nation, terming them as "heinous"

Meghalaya CM Sangma discusses Bangladesh's situation with Amit Shah

The meeting, which also included Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong, addressed growing concerns among residents in the border regions

Pakistan's former ISI chief Faiz Hameed taken into military custody: Army

The military had reportedly formed an inquiry committee in April to investigate allegations of misuse of authority against the head of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)

Bangladesh: Why is St Martin's island in news and what Sheikh Hasina said

Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has brought up St Martin's Island in the past too, alleging that a foreign country was interested in setting up its military presence there

Tharoor asks B'desh interim govt to restore law & order, protect minorities

Bangladesh's interim leader Yunus on Saturday condemned attacks on minority communities in the violence-hit nation, terming them as "heinous"

How Bangladeshi youths forced out leader who ruled for much of their lives

The quota and others for marginalised groups meant only 44 per cent of civil service jobs were awarded based on merit

B'desh interim govt urges protesters to surrender illegal firearms in a wk

Hasina resigned and fled to India last week leaving the country in turmoil following deadly protests against her government over a controversial quota system in jobs

Security forces widen search in J-K's Anantnag to flush out terrorists

The operation to hunt down the ultras continued for the third day despite the challenging topography

BSF apprehends 11 Bangladeshi infiltrator and smugglers, seizes Phensedyl

BSF in collaboration with Bangladesh's border guard has heightened security amid unrest in Bangladesh and India upcoming Independence Day celebrations on August 15

Taiwan reports increased activity of Chinese aircrafts near territory

On Sunday, Taiwanese MND said that eight Chinese military aircraft and eight naval vessels were operating from 6 am (local time) on Saturday to 6 am (local time) on Sunday

Hindu organisations urge govt to protect minorities in Bangladesh

The members of the Hindu organisations also signed a memorandum to be submitted to the government with their demands

Maldives a key ally of India in Indian Ocean region, says EAM Jaishankar

In the last few years, India has invested around $ 220 million which provides a fair idea of the importance that India attaches to regional development in the Maldives

India-S Africa ties special, can provide global leadership: Envoy-designate

Sooklal recounted his descendence from Indians who came to South Africa in 1893 to work as indentured labourers on the sugarcane plantations owned by white farmers

Anantnag encounter: Civilian succumbs to injuries, death toll climbs to 3

Abdul Rashid Dar, who was injured in terrorist firing on Saturday, succumbed to injuries at a hospital here early Sunday, the officials said