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Following the announcement of a ceasefire pact between India and Pakistan, immediate firing and drone attacks by Pakistan forces were reported across several regions, including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat, resulting in blackouts. Indian defense systems shot down nearly 50 drones, and retaliatory measures were initiated by the BSF and Indian Army, with a focus on maintaining high alert. Blackouts were enforced in various border districts, with officials instructing residents to take precautions...

NEW DELHI: An alert sentry at the Nagrota Military Station in Jammu prevented an intrusion, resulting in a brief exchange of fire that left him with minor injuries. The Army's White Knight Corps reported that search operations are ongoing to locate the suspect. Concurrently, a blackout was implemented in parts of Punjab as a precautionary measure amidst heightened tensions following Pakistan's violations of ceasefire agreements, prompting India to respond strongly along the border. Full Article

Bangladesh's interim government has banned the Awami League, formerly led by deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, under anti-terrorism laws, with formalization expected via a gazette notification. This decision aims to protect individuals involved in the July 2024 uprising against the party and includes amendments allowing the International Crimes Tribunal to prosecute entire political parties. The Awami League, founded in 1949 and a pivotal force in Bangladesh's history, will remain banned until the tribunal concludes its...

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NEW DELHI: Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that madrasa students would serve as the nation's second line of defence in the event of war with India, asserting their religious connection makes them suitable for deployment. This comment followed his controversial remarks about the failure of Pakistani forces to intercept Indian drones, which he claimed was a strategic decision to avoid revealing military positions. Asif has faced criticism for his reliance on social media as...