New Delhi, India
December 16, 1971, remains a key date in India's contemporary history, and a day that changed the Indian subcontinent forever. It was on this day, that the Pakistan Eastern Command, led by Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi, surrendered to the joint forces of the Indian Army and the Mukti Bahini (Bangladesh's liberation forces) in Dhaka. 
This event marked the culmination of a 13-day war that began with Pakistan's Operation Chengiz Khan. Approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered, making it one of the largest military surrenders since World War II.
That year saw India's diplomacy and military being put to the test, one that has become a textbook case of how to handle the crisis. India actively sought international support by highlighting the atrocities committed by the Pakistani military in East Pakistan. 
The then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had made a global tour to form an international consensus on the issue. Indian diplomats worked to expose the scale of the crisis, including reports of genocide, to garner international backing or at least neutrality.
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vijay-diwas-2024-history-significance-wishes-and-everything-you-need-to-know-784280">Also read: Vijay Diwas 2024: History, significance, wishes and everything you need to know</a>
The most significant diplomatic move was the signing of the Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship, and Cooperation in August 1971. This treaty not only ensured military support but also diplomatic cover in the UN Security Council, where the Soviet Union vetoed resolutions that could have hindered India's actions. Relations with the US were tense, as the Nixon administration leaned towards Pakistan due to Cold War geopolitics. 
Nixon administration was seen actively supporting atrocities of West Pakistan in then East Pakistan. During the height of the Indo-Pakistani War and the Bangladesh Liberation War, the United States deployed its Seventh Fleet to the Bay of Bengal. 
The deployment was seen as a show of force in support of Pakistan, which was facing an imminent defeat in East Pakistan. Despite the dramatic show of force, the deployment had little direct military impact on the ongoing ground operations.
Military, all the 3 services of the Indian military worked in tandem as the war broke out. The Indian Army launched a three-pronged attack from the Tripura, West Bengal, and Meghalaya borders. Key operations included Tangail Airdrop, the Battle of Sylhet and the capture of Jessore and Khulna. 
Watch | PM Modi honors Kargil War soldiers, kicks off Shinkun La Tunnel Project on 25th Vijay Diwas
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The Indian Navy's role was to impose a naval blockade on East Pakistan to cut off sea supply routes for the Pakistani forces under Operation Trident and Operation Python. The sinking of the Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi off the coast of Visakhapatnam during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War remains one of the greatest victories for India.
Indian Air Force conducted early strikes on Pakistani airfields, and was pivotal in operations like the Tangail Airdrop and in providing cover for advancing Indian troops.
Once the war concluded, India was one of the first countries to recognize Bangladesh. Every year, the day is celebrated both India and Bangladesh. In India as Vijay Diwas, the victory of India over Pakistan changed the geopolitics of the region forever. 
In Bangladesh, as a day that led to the creation of a new nation state. Dhaka, once a Pakistani city, that saw worst of the Pakistani military's brutality became the capital of the country.

This event marked the culmination of a 13-day war that began with Pakistan's Operation Chengiz Khan. Approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered, making it one of the largest military surrenders since World War II.



New Delhi, India December 16, 1971, remains a key date in India's contemporary history, and a day that changed the Indian subcontinent forever. It was on this day, that the Pakistan Eastern Command, led by Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi, surrendered to the joint forces of the Indian Army and the Mukti Bahini (Bangladesh's liberation forces) in Dhaka. This event marked the culmination of a 13-day war that began with Pakistan's Operation Chengiz Khan. Approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered, making it one of the largest military surrenders since World War II. That year saw India's diplomacy and military being put to the test, one that has become a textbook case of how to handle the crisis. India actively sought international support by highlighting the atrocities committed by the Pakistani military in East Pakistan. The then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had made a global tour to form an international consensus on the issue. Indian diplomats worked to expose the scale of the crisis, including reports of genocide, to garner international backing or at least neutrality. Also read: Vijay Diwas 2024: History, significance, wishes and everything you need to know The most significant diplomatic move was the signing of the Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship, and Cooperation in August 1971. This treaty not only ensured military support but also diplomatic cover in the UN Security Council, where the Soviet Union vetoed resolutions that could have hindered India's actions. Relations with the US were tense, as the Nixon administration leaned towards Pakistan due to Cold War geopolitics. Nixon administration was seen actively supporting atrocities of West Pakistan in then East Pakistan. During the height of the Indo-Pakistani War and the Bangladesh Liberation War, the United States deployed its Seventh Fleet to the Bay of Bengal. The deployment was seen as a show of force in support of Pakistan, which was facing an imminent defeat in East Pakistan. Despite the dramatic show of force, the deployment had little direct military impact on the ongoing ground operations. Military, all the 3 services of the Indian military worked in tandem as the war broke out. The Indian Army launched a three-pronged attack from the Tripura, West Bengal, and Meghalaya borders. Key operations included Tangail Airdrop, the Battle of Sylhet and the capture of Jessore and Khulna. Watch | PM Modi honors Kargil War soldiers, kicks off Shinkun La Tunnel Project on 25th Vijay Diwas × The Indian Navy's role was to impose a naval blockade on East Pakistan to cut off sea supply routes for the Pakistani forces under Operation Trident and Operation Python. The sinking of the Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi off the coast of Visakhapatnam during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War remains one of the greatest victories for India. Indian Air Force conducted early strikes on Pakistani airfields, and was pivotal in operations like the Tangail Airdrop and in providing cover for advancing Indian troops. Once the war concluded, India was one of the first countries to recognize Bangladesh. Every year, the day is celebrated both India and Bangladesh. In India as Vijay Diwas, the victory of India over Pakistan changed the geopolitics of the region forever. In Bangladesh, as a day that led to the creation of a new nation state. Dhaka, once a Pakistani city, that saw worst of the Pakistani military's brutality became the capital of the country.

Vijay Diwas: Convergence of Indian diplomacy - military might that changed the Subcontinent

Pakistan's telecom watchdog made it clear that no virtual private network (VPNs) was blocked in the country, nor it planned to do so in the future despite having the capability.



Pakistan: Not Planning To Block Any Virtual Private Network In Future

Pakistan's telecom watchdog made it clear that no virtual private network (VPNs) was blocked in the country, nor it planned to do so in the future despite having the capability.

Pakistan Can, But Have Not Blocked Any VPNs: Regulator

Pakistan is celebrating a record high in remittances this year as a result of its attempts to crack down on illegal foreign exchange dealings. Central bank data shows the amount of money sent home by those residing abroad increased by 34 percent year-over-year in the five months leading up to november.

Pakistan's Crackdown on Illegal Dollar Trade Boosts Remittances

Pakistan is celebrating a record high in remittances this year as a result of its attempts to crack down on illegal foreign exchange dealings. Central bank data shows the amount of money sent home by those residing abroad increased by 34 percent year-over-year in the five months leading up to november.



The final arguments have been completed in the $240 million corruption trial against former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife. In February this year, an anti-corruption court in Pakistan had indicted the former prime minister and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on charges that they received land as a bribe while Imran Khan was in office. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan Anti-Graft Watchdog Alleges Imran Khan, Wife Got Land As Bribe

Pakistan Has Not Blocked VPNs: Regulator

December 16, 1971, remains a key date in India's contemporary history, and a day that changed the Indian subcontinent forever. It was on this day, that the Pakistan Eastern Command, led by Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi, surrendered to the joint forces of the Indian Army and the Mukti Bahini (Bangladesh's liberation forces) in Dhaka.&nbsp;

This event marked the culmination of a 13-day war that began with Pakistan's Operation Chengiz Khan. Approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered, making it one of the largest military surrenders since World War II.

That year saw India's diplomacy and military being put to the test, one that has become a textbook case of how to handle the crisis. India actively sought international support by highlighting the atrocities committed by the Pakistani military in East Pakistan.&nbsp;

The then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had made a global tour to form an international consensus on the issue. Indian diplomats worked to expose the scale of the crisis, including reports of genocide, to garner international backing or at least neutrality.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vijay-diwas-2024-history-significance-wishes-and-everything-you-need-to-know-784280">Also read:&nbsp;Vijay Diwas 2024: History, significance, wishes and everything you need to know</a>

The most significant diplomatic move was the signing of the Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship, and Cooperation in August 1971. This treaty not only ensured military support but also diplomatic cover in the UN Security Council, where the Soviet Union vetoed resolutions that could have hindered India's actions. Relations with the US were tense, as the Nixon administration leaned towards Pakistan due to Cold War geopolitics.&nbsp;

Nixon administration was seen actively supporting atrocities of West Pakistan in then East Pakistan. During the height of the Indo-Pakistani War and the Bangladesh Liberation War, the United States deployed its Seventh Fleet to the Bay of Bengal.&nbsp;

The deployment was seen as a show of force in support of Pakistan, which was facing an imminent defeat in East Pakistan. Despite the dramatic show of force, the deployment had little direct military impact on the ongoing ground operations.

Military, all the 3 services of the Indian military worked in tandem as the war broke out. The Indian Army launched a three-pronged attack from the Tripura, West Bengal, and Meghalaya borders. Key operations included Tangail Airdrop, the Battle of Sylhet and the capture of Jessore and Khulna.&nbsp;

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The Indian Navy's role was to impose a naval blockade on East Pakistan to cut off sea supply routes for the Pakistani forces under Operation Trident and Operation Python. The sinking of the Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi off the coast of Visakhapatnam during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War remains one of the greatest victories for India.

Indian Air Force conducted early strikes on Pakistani airfields, and was pivotal in operations like the Tangail Airdrop and in providing cover for advancing Indian troops.

Once the war concluded, India was one of the first countries to recognize Bangladesh. Every year, the day is celebrated both India and Bangladesh. In India as Vijay Diwas, the victory of India over Pakistan changed the geopolitics of the region forever.&nbsp;

In Bangladesh, as a day that led to the creation of a new nation state. Dhaka, once a Pakistani city, that saw worst of the Pakistani military's brutality became the capital of the country.

December 16, 1971, remains a key date in India's contemporary history, and a day that changed the Indian subcontinent forever. It was on this day, that the Pakistan Eastern Command, led by Lieutenant General A.

December 16, 1971, remains a key date in India's contemporary history, and a day that changed the Indian subcontinent forever. It was on this day, that the Pakistan Eastern Command, led by Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi, surrendered to the joint forces of the Indian Army and the Mukti Bahini (Bangladesh's liberation forces) in Dhaka. This event marked the culmination of a 13-day war that began with Pakistan's Operation Chengiz Khan. Approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered, making it one of the largest military surrenders since World War II. That year saw India's diplomacy and military being put to the test, one that has become a textbook case of how to handle the crisis. India actively sought international support by highlighting the atrocities committed by the Pakistani military in East Pakistan. The then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had made a global tour to form an international consensus on the issue. Indian diplomats worked to expose the scale of the crisis, including reports of genocide, to garner international backing or at least neutrality. Also read: Vijay Diwas 2024: History, significance, wishes and everything you need to know The most significant diplomatic move was the signing of the Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship, and Cooperation in August 1971. This treaty not only ensured military support but also diplomatic cover in the UN Security Council, where the Soviet Union vetoed resolutions that could have hindered India's actions. Relations with the US were tense, as the Nixon administration leaned towards Pakistan due to Cold War geopolitics. Nixon administration was seen actively supporting atrocities of West Pakistan in then East Pakistan. During the height of the Indo-Pakistani War and the Bangladesh Liberation War, the United States deployed its Seventh Fleet to the Bay of Bengal. The deployment was seen as a show of force in support of Pakistan, which was facing an imminent defeat in East Pakistan. Despite the dramatic show of force, the deployment had little direct military impact on the ongoing ground operations. Military, all the 3 services of the Indian military worked in tandem as the war broke out. The Indian Army launched a three-pronged attack from the Tripura, West Bengal, and Meghalaya borders. Key operations included Tangail Airdrop, the Battle of Sylhet and the capture of Jessore and Khulna. Watch | PM Modi honors Kargil War soldiers, kicks off Shinkun La Tunnel Project on 25th Vijay Diwas × The Indian Navy's role was to impose a naval blockade on East Pakistan to cut off sea supply routes for the Pakistani forces under Operation Trident and Operation Python. The sinking of the Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi off the coast of Visakhapatnam during the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War remains one of the greatest victories for India. Indian Air Force conducted early strikes on Pakistani airfields, and was pivotal in operations like the Tangail Airdrop and in providing cover for advancing Indian troops. Once the war concluded, India was one of the first countries to recognize Bangladesh. Every year, the day is celebrated both India and Bangladesh. In India as Vijay Diwas, the victory of India over Pakistan changed the geopolitics of the region forever. In Bangladesh, as a day that led to the creation of a new nation state. Dhaka, once a Pakistani city, that saw worst of the Pakistani military's brutality became the capital of the country.

London, United Kingdom
British-Pakistani girl Sara Sharif's father Urfan Sharif, and stepmother Beinash Batool have been jailed for life for murdering their 10-year-old daughter.   
Sara was hooded, burned, and beaten during a "campaign of torture" for two years by her father, stepmother and uncle. Her body was found at the family home in Woking, Surrey, in 2023.
Justice Cavanagh on Tuesday (Dec 17) described the treatment of Sara as "torture" and condemned the defendants for not showing a "shred of remorse".
Sara's father has been sentenced to a minimum of 40 years in prison for murder, her stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, received a minimum of 33 years, and her uncle Faisal Malik received 16 years of prison sentence for causing or allowing her death.
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Sara's mother, Olga Domin, in a statement read out in court, called the murderers "sadists", adding, "Although even this word is not enough for you. I would say you are executioners."
Further paying tribute to her daughter, she said, "She is now an angel who looks down on us from heaven. She is no longer experiencing violence. I hoped that when she grew up we would meet, but now that won't happen."
Prosecutor William Emlyn Jones KC said that the 10-year-old girl was subjected to serious violence from at least the age of six with a variety of weapons, including a cricket bat, an improvised metal truncheon made from the broken leg of a high chair, and a domestic iron.
Watch | Gravitas: 10-year-old Sara Sharif's father, stepmother &amp; uncle charged with murder
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“This is a case involving a gross breach of trust because the deceased was the defendant’s own little child. In their care, she suffered this violence in her own home, where she ought to have been entitled to feel safe, loved, and cared for," she said. 
Meanwhile, Sara's uncle was found not guilty of murder but was convicted of causing or allowing her death. 
As the judge continued to speak in the court, his voice shook while describing some of the injuries suffered by Sara, calling the abuse as "nothing short of gruesome". 
Sara was found dead in her family home in Surrey on August 10 last year. Her father and stepmother killed her two days earlier and fled to Pakistan. 
Further, the prison term will take into account time served on remand, with a minimum term of 38 years and 272 days for Sharif and 31 years and 272 days for Batool. 
(With inputs from agencies)

Justice Cavanagh on Tuesday (Dec 17) described the treatment of Sara as "torture" and condemned the defendants for not showing a "shred of remorse".



London, United Kingdom British-Pakistani girl Sara Sharif's father Urfan Sharif, and stepmother Beinash Batool have been jailed for life for murdering their 10-year-old daughter. Sara was hooded, burned, and beaten during a "campaign of torture" for two years by her father, stepmother and uncle. Her body was found at the family home in Woking, Surrey, in 2023. Justice Cavanagh on Tuesday (Dec 17) described the treatment of Sara as "torture" and condemned the defendants for not showing a "shred of remorse". Sara's father has been sentenced to a minimum of 40 years in prison for murder, her stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, received a minimum of 33 years, and her uncle Faisal Malik received 16 years of prison sentence for causing or allowing her death. Also read: Sara Sharif case: Father, stepmother and uncle charged with 10-year-old’s murder in UK Sara's mother, Olga Domin, in a statement read out in court, called the murderers "sadists", adding, "Although even this word is not enough for you. I would say you are executioners." Further paying tribute to her daughter, she said, "She is now an angel who looks down on us from heaven. She is no longer experiencing violence. I hoped that when she grew up we would meet, but now that won't happen." Prosecutor William Emlyn Jones KC said that the 10-year-old girl was subjected to serious violence from at least the age of six with a variety of weapons, including a cricket bat, an improvised metal truncheon made from the broken leg of a high chair, and a domestic iron. Watch | Gravitas: 10-year-old Sara Sharif's father, stepmother & uncle charged with murder × “This is a case involving a gross breach of trust because the deceased was the defendant’s own little child. In their care, she suffered this violence in her own home, where she ought to have been entitled to feel safe, loved, and cared for," she said. Meanwhile, Sara's uncle was found not guilty of murder but was convicted of causing or allowing her death. As the judge continued to speak in the court, his voice shook while describing some of the injuries suffered by Sara, calling the abuse as "nothing short of gruesome". Sara was found dead in her family home in Surrey on August 10 last year. Her father and stepmother killed her two days earlier and fled to Pakistan. Further, the prison term will take into account time served on remand, with a minimum term of 38 years and 272 days for Sharif and 31 years and 272 days for Batool. (With inputs from agencies)

Sara Sharif murder: 'Sadist' father and stepmother imprisoned for life for brutally killing her

In Pakistan's Northwestern Province, gunmen once again targeted a vaccination team during a campaign against the polio virus. Pakistan has witnessed a sharp increase in the number of polio infections, recording about 63 cases this year, compared to just six in 2023. On Monday, the country launched a week-long house-to-house vaccination campaign. Watch for more details!

Polio Vaccination Team Attacked In Pakistan, At least One Policeman Killed

Militants shot a police officer guarding polio vaccinators in Pakistan on Monday, the day after health workers launched a nationwide campaign against the resurgent disease. Watch for more details!



Pakistan: Polio Vaccination Team Attacked, At least One Policeman Killed

Militants shot a police officer guarding polio vaccinators in Pakistan on Monday, the day after health workers launched a nationwide campaign against the resurgent disease. Watch for more details!

Pakistan Policeman Killed Guarding Polio Vaccination Team

Former cricket coach Jason Gillespie has launched a fierce criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), citing poor communication and feeling blindsided as the primary reasons behind his sudden resignation. His comments have raised concerns about the internal workings of the PCB.

Jason Gillespie Slams Pakistan Board, Resigns As Head Coach

Former cricket coach Jason Gillespie has launched a fierce criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), citing poor communication and feeling blindsided as the primary reasons behind his sudden resignation. His comments have raised concerns about the internal workings of the PCB.



British-Pakistani girl Sara Sharif's father Urfan Sharif, and stepmother Beinash Batool have been jailed for life for murdering their 10-year-old daughter. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Sara was hooded, burned, and beaten during a "campaign of torture" for two years by her father, stepmother and uncle. Her body was found at the family home in Woking, Surrey, in 2023.

Justice Cavanagh on Tuesday (Dec 17) described the treatment of Sara as "torture" and condemned the defendants for not showing a "shred of remorse".

Sara's father has been sentenced to a minimum of 40 years in prison for murder, her stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, received a minimum of 33 years, and her uncle Faisal Malik received 16 years of prison sentence for causing or allowing her death.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sara-sharif-case-father-stepmother-and-uncle-charged-with-10-year-olds-murder-in-uk-636114">Also read:&nbsp;Sara Sharif case: Father, stepmother and uncle charged with 10-year-old’s murder in UK</a>

Sara's mother, Olga Domin, in a statement read out in court, called the murderers "sadists", adding, "Although even this word is not enough for you. I would say you are executioners."

Further paying tribute to her daughter, she said, "She is now an angel who looks down on us from heaven. She is no longer experiencing violence. I hoped that when she grew up we would meet, but now that won't happen."

Prosecutor William Emlyn Jones KC said that the 10-year-old girl was subjected to serious violence from at least the age of six with a variety of weapons, including a cricket bat, an improvised metal truncheon made from the broken leg of a high chair, and a domestic iron.

Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: 10-year-old Sara Sharif's father, stepmother &amp; uncle charged with murder

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“This is a case involving a gross breach of trust because the deceased was the defendant’s own little child. In their care, she suffered this violence in her own home, where she ought to have been entitled to feel safe, loved, and cared for," she said.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Sara's uncle was found not guilty of murder but was convicted of causing or allowing her death.&nbsp;

As the judge continued to speak in the court, his voice shook while describing some of the injuries suffered by Sara, calling the abuse as "nothing short of gruesome".&nbsp;

Sara was found dead in her family home in Surrey on August 10 last year. Her father and stepmother killed her two days earlier and fled to Pakistan.&nbsp;

Further, the prison term will take into account time served on remand, with a minimum term of 38 years and 272 days for Sharif and 31 years and 272 days for Batool.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

British-Pakistani girl Sara Sharif's father Urfan Sharif, and stepmother Beinash Batool have been jailed for life for murdering their 10-year-old daughter. Sara was hooded, burned, and beaten during a "campaign of torture" for two years by her father, stepmother and uncle.

British-Pakistani girl Sara Sharif's father Urfan Sharif, and stepmother Beinash Batool have been jailed for life for murdering their 10-year-old daughter. Sara was hooded, burned, and beaten during a "campaign of torture" for two years by her father, stepmother and uncle. Her body was found at the family home in Woking, Surrey, in 2023. Justice Cavanagh on Tuesday (Dec 17) described the treatment of Sara as "torture" and condemned the defendants for not showing a "shred of remorse". Sara's father has been sentenced to a minimum of 40 years in prison for murder, her stepmother Beinash Batool, 30, received a minimum of 33 years, and her uncle Faisal Malik received 16 years of prison sentence for causing or allowing her death. Also read: Sara Sharif case: Father, stepmother and uncle charged with 10-year-old’s murder in UK Sara's mother, Olga Domin, in a statement read out in court, called the murderers "sadists", adding, "Although even this word is not enough for you. I would say you are executioners." Further paying tribute to her daughter, she said, "She is now an angel who looks down on us from heaven. She is no longer experiencing violence. I hoped that when she grew up we would meet, but now that won't happen." Prosecutor William Emlyn Jones KC said that the 10-year-old girl was subjected to serious violence from at least the age of six with a variety of weapons, including a cricket bat, an improvised metal truncheon made from the broken leg of a high chair, and a domestic iron. Watch | Gravitas: 10-year-old Sara Sharif's father, stepmother & uncle charged with murder × “This is a case involving a gross breach of trust because the deceased was the defendant’s own little child. In their care, she suffered this violence in her own home, where she ought to have been entitled to feel safe, loved, and cared for," she said. Meanwhile, Sara's uncle was found not guilty of murder but was convicted of causing or allowing her death. As the judge continued to speak in the court, his voice shook while describing some of the injuries suffered by Sara, calling the abuse as "nothing short of gruesome". Sara was found dead in her family home in Surrey on August 10 last year. Her father and stepmother killed her two days earlier and fled to Pakistan. Further, the prison term will take into account time served on remand, with a minimum term of 38 years and 272 days for Sharif and 31 years and 272 days for Batool. (With inputs from agencies)

Another elephant died in Pakistan. Sonia's death comes just days after she was reunited with her sister Madhubala at Karachi Safari Park, marking a bittersweet end to their story. A committee has been formed to investigate into her death. Sonia's death underscores the ongoing challenges and urgency in improving animal welfare across the country.

One More Elephant Dies in Pakistan | The Tragic Tale of Sonia

Amid growing Pakistani overtures to the Yunus dispensation in Bangladesh, Dhaka has decided to ease checks on the granting of visas and movement of cargo from Pakistan and Pakistanis. The move sounds alarm bells in India, reviving the spectre of Pak using Bangladesh as a base for anti-India terror as it had done frequently between 2001 and 2006. More on this in our report on Inside South Asia this week.

Bangladesh Eases Visa Checks for Pakistanis

A First Information Report (F.I.R.) has been filed in Pakistan accusing Imran Khan of planning a mutiny against the armed forces and the government. The report details allegations of a conspiracy to destabilize Pakistan's military and political leadership, sparking a major controversy in the country. Khan's legal team has denied the charges, adding to the escalating political tensions.

Pakistan: F.I.R. Says Imran Khan Planned Mutiny Against Armed Forces, Government

Cracking down on terrorism, Pakistan's security forces killed seven terrorists in two separate operations in North Waziristan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. However, during the operations, one soldier lost his life. The operations were carried out in the Miran Shah and Spinwam areas of North Waziristan District following reports of terrorist presence on the 10th and the 11th of December in Miranha. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan: Terror crackdown in North Waziristan

Pakistan: Security Forces Kill Seven Terrorists In Two Separate Operations In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan's former spy chief and ex-army general Faiz Hamid has been indicted on a series of charges, the military said on Tuesday, a rare move by the powerful army, which plays an outsized role in the country's politics.

The indictment includes engaging in political activities and violating the Official Secrets Act. Hamid also faces an investigation into the attacks against military installations on May 9, 2023, the military said in a statement.

Thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan rampaged through scores of military installations and offices to protest against his arrest.

Khan and dozens of his party leaders and supporters were last week indicted by an anti-terrorism court on charges of inciting the supporters to assault the military installations, including its headquarters in the garrison city of Rawalpindi.

Khan, 72, and his associates have denied the charges.

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Hamid, considered to be close to Khan, who named him to head the powerful Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agency, has been in military custody since the opening of court martial proceedings against him in August.

Hamid's indictment is a direct threat to Khan, said author and defence analyst Ayesha Siddiqa. "If the military is saying that they both are involved in May 9 violence, they are basically saying that Imran Khan could also be tried in a military court."

Other charges against Hamid include misuse of authority and government resources, the military said, adding that his "involvement in events related to creating agitation and unrest, leading up to multiple incidents including but not limited to the May 9 incident for fomenting instability at the behest of and in collusion with vested political interests, is also being separately investigated."

Hamid served under Khan as ISI chief from 2019 to 2021. Their ties caused tensions between Khan and army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa that led to the fall of the former cricket star from power in 2022, in a parliamentary vote that Khan alleges was backed by the military.

Pakistan's powerful military, which has directly ruled the nation of 241 million people for more than 30 years in its 77-year independent history, denies the accusations.

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Pakistan's former spy chief and ex-army general Faiz Hamid has been indicted on a series of charges, the military said on Tuesday, a rare move by the powerful army, which plays an outsized role in the country's politics.

Pakistan's former spy chief and ex-army general Faiz Hamid has been indicted on a series of charges, the military said on Tuesday, a rare move by the powerful army, which plays an outsized role in the country's politics. The indictment includes engaging in political activities and violating the Official Secrets Act. Hamid also faces an investigation into the attacks against military installations on May 9, 2023, the military said in a statement. Thousands of supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan rampaged through scores of military installations and offices to protest against his arrest. Khan and dozens of his party leaders and supporters were last week indicted by an anti-terrorism court on charges of inciting the supporters to assault the military installations, including its headquarters in the garrison city of Rawalpindi. Khan, 72, and his associates have denied the charges. Also read | Six soldiers, 22 terrorists killed in ops in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Hamid, considered to be close to Khan, who named him to head the powerful Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agency, has been in military custody since the opening of court martial proceedings against him in August. Hamid's indictment is a direct threat to Khan, said author and defence analyst Ayesha Siddiqa. "If the military is saying that they both are involved in May 9 violence, they are basically saying that Imran Khan could also be tried in a military court." Other charges against Hamid include misuse of authority and government resources, the military said, adding that his "involvement in events related to creating agitation and unrest, leading up to multiple incidents including but not limited to the May 9 incident for fomenting instability at the behest of and in collusion with vested political interests, is also being separately investigated." Hamid served under Khan as ISI chief from 2019 to 2021. Their ties caused tensions between Khan and army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa that led to the fall of the former cricket star from power in 2022, in a parliamentary vote that Khan alleges was backed by the military. Pakistan's powerful military, which has directly ruled the nation of 241 million people for more than 30 years in its 77-year independent history, denies the accusations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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