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Security agencies flag Hamas attempt to expand South Asian network through regional tie-ups

Security agencies flag Hamas attempt to expand South Asian network through regional tie-ups

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Indian security agencies are closely monitoring what they describe as a growing pattern in Hamas's efforts to expand its influence in South Asia. Intelligence inputs suggest that the Palestinian militant group is seeking to strengthen ties with extremist organisations across the region, particularly in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Pakistan has, on several occasions, hosted senior Hamas leaders, who have reportedly been seen interacting with members of terror outfits such as Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). Security officials also point to similarities between the Pahalgam attack and the tactics used during Hamas's October 7 attack…
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Modi’s visit another chance to appreciate Indian-Americans: Congressman Frank Pallone

Modi’s visit another chance to appreciate Indian-Americans: Congressman Frank Pallone

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Congressman Frank Pallone, who founded the Congressional Caucus on India in 1993, has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US is another opportunity to appreciate Indian-Americans and their contributions to the community. "I am really looking forward to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington... Many years ago, I founded the India Caucus and we have seen a steady increase in activities between the US and India... shared values between the two countries like democracy, market economy," Pallone said in a video message shared by the Indian Embassy in the US. Pallone represents…
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