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Ottawa, February 3: Canadian authorities have arrested three Indian nationals in connection with a shooting incident outside a residence in Surrey, British Columbia, officials reported. The arrests were made during an anti-extortion patrol following an early morning report of gunfire and a small fire outside a home in the Crescent Beach neighbourhood. The suspects—Harjot Singh (21), Taranveer Singh (19), and Dayajeet Singh Billing (21)—have each been charged with discharging a firearm. According to the Surrey Police Service (SPS), all three remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in court on Thursday. Police stated that the arrests were made after patrol officers responded promptly to the call, preventing potential escalation and ensuring the safety of the residents in the area...

Islamabad: Balochistan has witnessed a dramatic shift in its ongoing insurgency, with women taking up arms against the Pakistan Army, making the province an increasingly formidable challenge for Islamabad. While some women, like Mehrang Baloch and journalist Shammi Deen Baloch, have chosen the path of peace, hundreds of Baloch women are now joining the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), signaling a new chapter in the conflict. Women Combatants Take Center Stage Last Friday night, Baloch insurgents launched a coordinated attack across 12 cities in Balochistan, targeting Pakistani military, police personnel, and government infrastructure. Reports claim over 200 Pakistani soldiers were killed. The striking aspect of these attacks was the prominent participation of women, armed with advanced ...

Washington/New Delhi: In a move that surprised global observers, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a major trade breakthrough with India, slashing tariffs on Indian goods from 50 percent to 18 percent and signaling a sudden thaw in relations that only weeks ago appeared strained. The agreement, revealed through a series of social media posts by Trump, came just days after Washington had warned New Delhi over its continued purchase of Russian oil and threatened punitive tariffs as high as 500 percent. The abrupt shift has raised a central question in diplomatic circles: what changed so quickly? A Sudden Turn in a Tense Relationship Until late January, U.S.–India ties were caught in a familiar standoff. Washington argued that India’s purchases of discounted Russian oil were weak...

Dhaka: Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has appealed to voters to boycott the country’s upcoming general elections scheduled for February 12, alleging widespread bias and irregularities in the electoral process. Speaking via video link at a public event, Joy claimed the elections were being conducted in a non-transparent manner and warned that participation would only lend legitimacy to what he described as a “manufactured” vote. The appeal comes amid controversy over the exclusion of Hasina’s Awami League from contesting the polls — a decision that has triggered strong resentment within the party. Joy accused the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus of suppressing opposition voices and enabling extremist forces. “Terrorists are effecti...

Pakistan is claiming growing international interest in its jointly produced JF-17 fighter jet, but the surge in demand may expose a major constraint: limited production capacity. The aircraft, co-developed with China, is attracting attention from countries including Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Iraq, Indonesia and Libya, according to Pakistani military officials. However, none of these governments has formally confirmed a purchase. Demand Rising, Capacity Limited Pakistan produces the JF-17 in partnership with China, which holds a 65% stake in the program, while Pakistan accounts for 35%. Despite the marketing push, Pakistan is capable of manufacturing fewer than 20 aircraft annually, and most of those are absorbed by its own air force. If multiple export orders materialize, Islamabad c...

The longstanding dispute over the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) between India and Pakistan has intensified, with India taking a firm stance against the arbitration process. New Delhi has outrightly refused to comply with the Permanent Court of Arbitration’s (PCA) orders in The Hague, calling the tribunal illegal. India Refuses to Share Data or Recognize Tribunal Authority The PCA had last week summoned India to provide sensitive operational records and data related to the Kishanganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir. India, however, has rejected the request, asserting that it will neither participate in the proceedings nor comply with the tribunal’s supplementary award. According to government sources cited by News18, the Ministry of External Affairs formally info...

Tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are no longer limited to diplomatic and military arenas—they have spilled over into social media, where both sides are engaging in online clashes. India has also found itself caught in the crossfire. Saudi-UAE Rivalry Extends to Social Media The ongoing rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, driven by influence in regions such as Yemen and Sudan, has manifested online as well. Saudi social media users have targeted UAE residents, using the term “Indian” in an apparently derogatory manner. In particular, some posts have mocked the construction of the large Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. Several Saudi users have posted content aimed at insulting UAE citizens by labeling them as “Indians.” In response, UAE users have str...

Tehran/Ankara: In a dramatic development ahead of talks in Istanbul, Turkey, Iran has indicated a willingness to suspend its nuclear program, signaling a possible breakthrough in its standoff with the United States. The announcement comes amid heightened U.S. military presence in the Middle East and mounting diplomatic pressure. President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that major U.S. naval assets are en route to the region, while negotiations with Tehran are ongoing. Speaking publicly, Trump said,"Iran appears ready for dialogue. We have set a deadline to discuss nuclear weapons, though I am not disclosing the exact timeframe yet." Potential Suspension of Nuclear ActivitiesAccording to reports, Iran may agree to halt its nuclear weapons program to avoid U.S. military action. Tehra...

Washington: Following India’s landmark trade agreement with the European Union, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a major trade deal with India, easing tensions and lowering tariffs. In a surprising turn, Senator Lindsey Graham, who had previously threatened India with tariffs of up to 500 percent, has now praised Trump’s initiative. Graham lauded the U.S.-India trade deal, which reduced American tariffs on Indian goods from 50 percent to 18 percent, calling it a “remarkable step.” He highlighted that this move could pressure Russia and influence other countries that continue to support Russian military operations. On his social media post, Graham stated:"President Trump has done an excellent job. His message about ending the war in Ukraine is working. It is forcing countries tha...