Islamabad, July 25: Close on the heels of India blaming it for the deadly suicide bombing in its embassy in Kabul, Pakistan has accused New Delhi of supporting Baloch nationalists demanding greater autonomy in the resources-rich southwestern Balochistan province. Prime Ministers' adviser on Interior Affairs Rehman Malik alleged that India was supporting Bramdagh Bugti, the leader of the Baloch Republican Party, in "his terrorist activities". Evidence about India's alleged support would soon surface, Malik, who is also functioning as Interior Minister, told a private news channel. He, however, also said backdoor diplomacy was underway with India and the people of Pakistan would soon hear "good news". He did not give details. In the past too, Pakistan had charged India with supporting Baloch nationalists waging a campaign for a...
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