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BNP leader Tarique Rahman’s return to Bangladesh after nearly two decades in exile is triggering major political shifts at home and redefining strategic calculations in New Delhi. His homecoming has stirred reactions from Islamist groups, political rivals, and Indian policymakers, turning Bangladesh’s upcoming elections into a high-stakes regional event.

India’s recent test of its long-range K4 submarine-launched ballistic missile has sparked cautionary reactions within Pakistan’s security community. Analysts there argue that this development not only deepens the strategic balance in South Asia but could also have wider implications for regional and global stability.

A senior Pakistani political figure has issued a stark warning to India, suggesting military capabilities could be deployed if Bangladesh’s sovereignty is challenged. The remarks have heightened diplomatic tensions in South Asia amid ongoing unrest in the region.

A fast-track court in Uttar Pradesh has refused the state government’s request to withdraw prosecution in the decade-old Akhlaq lynching case, calling it baseless and ordering the trial to continue with daily hearings. The decision marks a significant judicial assertion in one of India’s most sensitive mob violence cases.

In a landmark address at the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the significance of yoga as a vital component of traditional healthcare systems worldwide. The summit spotlighted India’s leadership in blending ancient wellness practices with modern science and technology.

More than five decades after the 1971 India-Pakistan war ended in a decisive victory, 54 Indian armed forces personnel remain unaccounted for. Families are still seeking closure as the mystery surrounding their disappearance persists.

Air quality in the National Capital Region has deteriorated sharply, prompting authorities in Noida and Ghaziabad to halt physical schooling and transition students to online classrooms. The move highlights growing health concerns as smog and pollution reach hazardous levels.

A satire-laden video showing an auto-rickshaw painted in the livery of IndiGo and even “taking off” has gone viral — and sparked laughter and rage online. Shared by industrialist Harsh Goenka, the clip captures public frustration over nationwide flight cancellations and delays, turning IndiGo’s turbulence into meme fodder.

A prominent Sindhi leader has publicly appealed to India’s Prime Minister, urging urgent intervention to prevent an impending nuclear disaster. The warning underscores fears over Pakistan’s destabilising weapons control and calls for global accountability.

In a significant move impacting thousands of travelers, IndiGo, India’s largest carrier, has abruptly doubled its daily flight cancellations. The airline is now cutting approximately 10% of its operations as part of what it calls an “operational reset,” with industry sources warning the reductions could intensify. AlwaysFirst delves into the reasons behind the disruption and…