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Baloch Liberation Army Claims First Sea Attack, Announces New Naval Wing

The Baloch Militant group announced the formation of the “Hammal Maritime Defence Force” (HMDF), which it described as its official naval division….reports Asian Lite News The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed

April 14, 2026

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Violence rises in Bangladesh, women and children at risk

The critics accused both the former Muhammad Yunus-led interim government and the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government of failing to address the issue effectively…reports Asian Lite News Bangladesh has seen a

April 14, 2026

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China steps in, Iran conflict risks grow wider

This evolving relationship goes beyond traditional arms sales and reflects a form of strategic burden sharing against the US…reports Asian Lite News China’s expanding involvement in the Iran conflict is raising fresh

April 14, 2026

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Misgovernance and smuggling fuel crisis in Balochistan

The province continues to grapple with a complex mix of smuggling, militancy, drug trade, corruption and weak governance, alongside limited public faith in leadership…reports Asian Lite News Smuggling networks, weak governance and

April 13, 2026

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Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions Flare After Fresh Strikes In Kunar

Fresh rocket strike claims in Kunar deepen Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions, as failed talks, rising displacement, and fragile Chinese mediation efforts underscore a worsening humanitarian and security crisis, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Tensions along

April 13, 2026

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Has Anything Really Changed in Myanmar or Just the Title?

Elections held, a president sworn in — but analysts say Myanmar’s transition to democracy is little more than window dressing…reports Asian Lite NewsThe elevation of General Min Aung Hlaing, former chief of

April 13, 2026

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Pakistan tops Global Terrorism Index 2026

The expert stated that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan continue to be the epicentres of violence, accounting for over 74 per cent of attacks and 67 per cent of deaths in 2025….reports Asian

April 12, 2026

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JD Vance Leaves Pakistan After Iran Talks Fail

No agreement was reached between the United States and Iran in the latest round of talks held in Islamabad…reports Asian Lite News US Vice President JD Vance has boarded his aircraft and

April 12, 2026

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Jaishankar Meets Mauritius President, Ties in Focus

EAM Jaishankar said the talks reflected the strong friendship between the two nations and a shared commitment to deepen ties….reports Asian Lite News External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar called on Mauritius

April 10, 2026

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Bangladesh Economy Faces Heat from Middle East Crisis

Inflation is expected to remain high at 8.5 per cent in FY26, with both food and non food prices staying elevated…reports Asian Lite News A prolonged conflict in the Middle East could

April 10, 2026

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