Archive for May 19th, 2023

Security forces pip two terrorists in Bannu IBO

Security forces pipped two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Jani Khel area of district Bannu in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday, The ISPR stated that the IBO was conducted on the reported presence of terrorists in the area. “During the conduct of [the] operation, intense fire exchange took place between own troops […]

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UN-Blacklisted Taliban Leader Becomes Acting Afghan Prime Minister

Afghanistan’s Taliban confirmed Wednesday they had appointed a caretaker prime minister to oversee daily affairs, saying the incumbent, Mohammad Hasan Akhund, is unwell and needed time to recover. The new head of the all-male Taliban cabinet, Abdul Kabir, is under terrorism-related United Nations sanctions, along with several other senior members of his hardline government. He was elevated from serving as […]

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The G20 Can Bridge India’s Digital Financial Service Gap – Analysis

Financial inclusion — which aims to provide access to financial services for all individuals and businesses regardless of their social and economic status — has gained significant attention globally. The COVID-19 crisis increased the need for contactless financial products and services, accelerating financial inclusion and the evolution of digital finance. Globally, there has been a great increase in formal bank […]

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Is Rahul Gandhi India’s Prime Minister In 2024? – OpEd

I’m not sure if the victory in the state elections in Karnataka is solely because of the Indian National Congress providing a breathing alternative to the electorate. To a fair extent, yes. We need to however, also bear in mind that the Kannadigas are a self-respecting people who take pride in their language and culture, cutting across the social and […]

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Recovery Of China’s Economy: Between Surface And Reality – Analysis

China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) announced on May 16 the major economic data for April. There have been many doubts from various sectors of society and the market regarding the recovery of the country’s economy in the first quarter, as there is a significant discrepancy between macro data and the actual perception and micro-level performance. The macroeconomic data helps […]

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Securing Peace In Manipur: The Need To Keep Geopolitics At Bay – Analysis

The presence of ethnic divisions in Manipur, which shares a border with Myanmar, is not a recent development. The on-going increase in violent incidents in Manipur can be traced back to a demand made by the Meitei community over a decade ago. Specifically, they have been advocating for a Scheduled Tribe classification. The violence that has recently occurred in Manipur […]

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Anticipating China’s New Paradigm For Central Asia – Analysis

In what is the first instance of China hosting an offline summit with all five Central Asian states, the event is expected to bring significant results dwarfing other major players’ ambitions in the region. On May 18-19, China will be convening the leaders of the five Central Asian countries in Xi’an for a summit which is expected to mark a […]

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Indian Students Dreaming Of Higher Education Abroad: Challenges And Solutions – Analysis

It has been estimated, based on the findings of a number of surveys that a sizeable percentage of students and even working professionals are looking forward to pursuing their higher education abroad. The inclinations of the students towards the higher education from abroad is being influenced by a wide variety of dynamics. One of the many reasons why there has […]

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One terrorist killed, another held in Bannu operation

One terrorist was killed and another held after exchange of fire during an operation of security forces here on Tuesday. According to details, the security forces on intelligence tip-off launched operation against militants in Domail area of Bannu. The terrorists taking shelter in the area upon sight of security forces started firing and tried to flee which led to an […]

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CTD arrests three terrorists during IBO in Peshawar

The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested three terrorists during an intelligence based operation (IBO) in Peshawar on Tuesday, Dunya News reported. According to CTD spokesperson, the Counter-Terrorism Department conducted an operation at Al-Haram Town Link Road and arrested three terrorists while one of their accomplice managed to escape. The spokesperson further informed that the arrested terrorists have been identified as […]

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