Afghan authorities say a Pakistani attack has killed hundreds of civilians; Islamabad rejects the claim as ‘false’.
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Fire in the city of Cuttack likely caused by a short circuit, which is common in India due to poorly maintained wiring.
Islamabad hits Kandahar facility after Taliban drones strike civilian areas and military sites as conflict intensifies.
Iran has allowed some Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran’s envoy to New Delhi says Tehran allowed some Indian vessels to pass the Strait in rare exception to the blockade.
Wangchuk was jailed for demanding either Ladakh’s full statehood or constitutional protections for tribal communities.
Post announcing Abrar’s signing was met with thousands angrily questioning patriotism of the Indian owners.
The 32 sailors who were rescued by Sri Lanka’s navy will remain in the island nation, said the Foreign Ministry.
The US-Israel war on Iran has caused gas shortages, while nine million Indian expats in the Gulf face uncertainty.
Women and children were among those killed in the attacks, according to the Taliban.
