Morning news brief: Pakistan train hijack latest; JD Vance to visit India, and more
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Pakistan security forces have rescued more than 100 of the 463 passengers held by militants who attacked the Jaffar Express train at Bolan Pass in Balochistan. WION is bringing you ground reports from Pakistan.
US Vice President JD Vance will travel to India later this month alongside Second Lady Usha Vance, Politico reported, citing three sources familiar with the plans.
Also watch a report on Bangladesh as the nation is gripped by turmoil after mass protests erupted following the brutal rape of an eight-year-old girl, now fighting for her life in hospital.
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Pakistan train hijack: Security forces rescue 104 hostages from Jaffar Express, 12 soldiers martyred
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Pakistan security forces have rescued over 100 of the 463 passengers held by "terrorists" after the Jaffar Express train was attacked and taken hostage at Bolan Pass in Balochistan, senior Pakistan security officials told WION on Tuesday. Speaking to WION News on the condition of anonymity, the senior Pakistan official revealed that 20 terrorists have been killed during the ongoing rescue operation.
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Bangladesh erupts in protests as rape crisis sparks national outrage
Bangladesh is gripped by turmoil as mass protests erupt following the brutal rape of an eight-year-old girl, now fighting for her life in hospital. Outraged students have taken to the streets, demanding swift justice and urgent reforms to tackle the country’s escalating violence against women. The incident has reignited public anger, with activists blaming patriarchal norms and religious exploitation for perpetuating the crisis.