Pakistan

India reiterates Indus Waters Treaty to remain in abeyance till 'terror epicentre' Pakistan mends ways

India has declared that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain suspended until Pakistan, labelled the "global epicentre of terror," stops using terrorism. India's representative emphasised that while India remains a responsible riparian state, treaty sanctity cannot exist without the sanctity of human life.

5 days ago

India calls Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital 'cowardly'

India condemned Pakistan's airstrike on Kabul's Omid hospital, calling it "barbaric" and "cowardly," MEA called it a violation of Afghan sovereignty and urged international accountability. At the UN, India accused Pakistan of politicising religion while reaffirming its commitment to religious coexistence and inclusive societies.

8 days ago

IMF holds back $1 billion loan as Pakistan fails to meet tax target

The IMF has withheld a $1 billion loan tranche to Pakistan due to weak tax collection and concerns over the credibility of the current budget. Pakistan's tax-to-GDP ratio remains low at 9–10%, with a narrow tax base and a large informal economy

10 days ago

China's air defence system fails miserably, becomes 'laughing stock': Report

China's HQ‑9B air defence system, once promoted as a capable rival to Western systems, has come under intense scrutiny after reportedly failing to perform effectively in real‑world conflicts in Pakistan, Venezuela and Iran.

10 days ago

Respect, power and the Indian moment: why New Delhi must reimagine foreign policy for a harder world

India faces a pivotal moment: to secure its place as a major global power, it must combine economic strength, military modernization, technological leadership, and strategic confidence while navigating regional challenges and great-power rivalry.

11 days ago

'Threat to humanity': PAK defence minister's stark warning on Zionism amid deadly pro‑Iran rallies at US missions

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif called Zionism a "threat to humanity," accusing it of fueling instability in the Muslim world. Pro-Iran protests erupted in cities like Lahore and Karachi following US-Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, targeting US diplomatic missions.

22 days ago

Afghanistan strikes key military bases in Pakistan, including Nur Khan Airbase

According to the statement, the strikes include the Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi, the 12th Brigade base in Quetta, Balochistan, and the Khoizai camp in the Mohmand Agency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, along with other military sites housing key facilities.

23 days ago

Unidentified gunmen attack police sites in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; 6 killed as clashes erupt near US consulate in Pakistan

Six people were killed and several were injured in Karachi during clashes outside the US Consulate following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Police used tear gas and warning shots to disperse protesters amid stone-throwing and unrest

24 days ago

Afghan forces kill 55 Pakistani soldiers, seize bases in retaliatory strikes along border; UN chief voices concern

Tensions surged after Pakistan launched "Operation Ghazab lil-Haq" in response to alleged cross-border firing. Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defence said it carried out retaliatory strikes, claiming 55 Pakistani soldiers were killed and military posts seized, while eight Afghan soldiers also died.

26 days ago

Pakistan: PTI alleges secret hospital transfer plan for Imran Khan, calls it 'risk to his life'

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has alleged that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is being secretly transferred from Adiala Jail to a hospital for medical treatment without informing his family, calling it a "serious risk to his life" and a violation of his fundamental rights.

Feb 15, 2026

Pakistan: Over 15 killed, 80 injured in Islamabad suicide blast during Friday prayers

Pakistan blast: 69 dead, over 150 injured in suicide blast at Islamabad's Qasr-e-Khadijatul Qubra mosque

A blast was reported at the Shia mosque, Qasr-e-Khadijatul Kubra, in Islamabad during Friday prayers, with the explosion occurring at the entrance of the main building. Authorities suspect a suicide attack and have launched an investigation.

Feb 6, 2026

Pakistan's dangerous gamble with crypto raises fresh financial risks: Report

The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) recently granted preliminary clearances to global exchanges like Binance and HTX, and the finance ministry signed an MoU with Binance to explore tokenising up to $2 billion in government assets. While authorities aim to improve liquidity and attract global investors, experts warn that the country is moving too fast without adequate safeguards, with legal and regulatory frameworks still incomplete

Jan 15, 2026

Al Qaeda scales up tech enabled operations as it eyes pan-India footprint

Unlike the Islamic State, Al Qaeda aims for a pan-India presence, taking a slow, calculated approach. Experts warn that the use of AI, especially deepfakes of figures like Osama Bin Laden, has enhanced the group's recruitment and radicalisation efforts, posing a significant challenge for Indian security agencies.

Jan 14, 2026

JeM and LeT patronage: Pakistan normalising terror through state cover, says report

The report cites examples such as the state-backed reconstruction of JeM-linked facilities, open radicalisation camps, and the participation of sanctioned terror leaders in political activities under police protection. It warns that this state-enabled integration of militant groups into political and social structures poses serious security risks beyond South Asia, impacting Europe, China and the United States.

Jan 12, 2026

Abducted and converted to Islam: Report highlights plight of Christian girls in Pakistan

Speaking to Pakistan Christian Post, her family revealed that, in reality, Monica had been abducted and forcibly converted. A Protestant pastor, Imran Amanat, said that Christian girls remain at high risk in Pakistan, a report in Australia-based The Catholic Weekly highlighted.

Jan 5, 2026

Behind Pakistan's civilian facade, Asim Munir's deep-state consolidation of power

World's patience with religious extremism in Pakistan wearing thin: Report

Anti-Pakistan sentiment is taking root in Western and Middle Eastern capitals, driven by alarm over Pakistan's export of radical Islamist ideology and its permissive attitude towards extremism and other criminal activities under the current military leadership.

Dec 29, 2025

Pakistan's military resurgence: Field Marshal Asim Munir's consolidation of powers

As Field Marshal Munir steers Pakistan toward this new horizon, India, anchored in its republican ethos and ascendant global narrative, can regard this interlude with poised equanimity.

Dec 23, 2025

Karnataka: Third accused held for passing sensitive Indian Navy information to Pakistan

Police investigations have revealed that Hitendra had allegedly provided SIM cards to the other two accused in the case in exchange for money. The two accused arrested earlier have been remanded to judicial custody. Police are questioning Hitendra in view of the seriousness and sensitivity of the matter.

Dec 22, 2025

Pakistan's expanding use of AI deepfakes and state-backed disinformation campaigns

The trend is troubling for regional stability and for Pakistan's own information ecosystem—and countermeasures will require international vigilance to stop Pakistan from spreading mass disinformation on social media.