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American woman freed from Taliban custody in Afghanistan

According to the source, Faye Hall was released Thursday “following a court order and with logistical support from Qatar,” which has been mediating on behalf of the United States Faye Hall, an

March 30, 2025

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Pakistan’s Hidden Hand: How ISI Fuels the Khalistan Movement

Pakistan’s involvement in fuelling the Khalistan agenda is not speculation—it is a well-documented reality supported by intelligence reports, interrogations of captured militants, and financial trails linking ISI to key figures in the

March 29, 2025

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Bangladesh’s China Pivot: A Risky Bet?

While leveraging major powers for economic and strategic benefits is a common diplomatic tactic for smaller nations, the risks of over-reliance on China are well-documented in the experiences of Sri Lanka, the

March 29, 2025

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Balochistan cracks down on dissent voices

The administration has announced stringent measures against individuals – including government employees, activists – suspected of anti-state activities, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from human rights groups and international

March 27, 2025

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Yunus in China: Talks with Xi, investment deals on agenda

The Bangladeshi leader’s visit comes as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the importance of mutual sensitivity and cooperation in a letter to Yunus on the occasion of Bangladesh’s National Day. Bangladesh’s

March 27, 2025

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Nepal seeks Modi-Oli meeting at BIMSTEC Summit

Nepal has proposed a sideline meeting between PM Oli and PM Modi at the upcoming BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, a Nepalese official confirmed….reports Asian Lite News Nepal has proposed a bilateral meeting

March 27, 2025

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Security Fears Grow for Chinese in Pakistan

Chinese nationals have been targetted and killed in different attacks in Balochistan and KP provinces, where terror attacks have been carried out against them…reports Hamza Ameer With the security situation deteriorating in

March 26, 2025

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IMF Backs Pakistan with $1.3B Aid

The new deal comes with an agreement on the first review of the ongoing $7 billion bailout programme…reports Asian Lite News The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has finalized a staff-level agreement with

March 26, 2025

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Japan Condemns Longest Chinese Coast Guard Intrusion

In the longest recorded intrusion into Japan’s territorial waters, Chinese Coast Guard ships departed on Monday night after spending 92 hours and 8 minutes near the disputed Senkaku Islands…reports Asian Lite News

March 25, 2025

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Bangladesh on Edge

According to the country’s leading media outlet, Northeast News, sources within the security establishment suggest that the army is looking to consolidate control, particularly in Dhaka….reports Asian Lite News Speculation is intensifying

March 25, 2025

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