Pakistan

Suspect behind torching of Pakistan girls' schools killed during search operation

The police had started began raids in various parts of Diamer on Saturday night to track down those responsible for the arson attacks.

Aug 5, 2018

Suicide bomber attacks NATO patrol in Afghanistan, kills three

A suicide bomber killed three NATO service members on patrol in eastern Afghanistan on Sunday, officials said.

Aug 5, 2018

Extremists burn down 12 schools in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan; locals hold rallies against attack

In some cases, militants threw books on streets and set them ablaze. At least half of the institutions attacked were girls' schools.

Aug 4, 2018

Modi congratulates Imran Khan, pushes for peace in first call to Pakistan PM-elect

In his first call to Pakistan's PM-elect, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his vision of peace and development in the entire neighbourhood, as he congratulated Imran Khan on winning the elections.

Jul 31, 2018

India's message to Imran Khan: Hope for a progressive Pakistan at peace with neighbours

In its first statement on Imran Khan's win after the 2018 general elections in Pakistan, India said it hopes that Pak's new government would "work constructively" to end militancy in South Asia.

Jul 29, 2018

Imran Khan claims victory in Pakistan elections; says resolving Kashmir issue with India a priority

Oxford-educated Khan, in the past a fierce critic of U.S. policy in the region, also called for "mutually beneficial" ties with Pakistan's on-off ally the United States.

Jul 27, 2018

Pakistan stock exchange sees a rise as nation awaits election results

The stock exchange saw a rise to 42,106 points in early trade as Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) surged ahead in early poll results.

Jul 26, 2018

Imran Khan and Shahbaz Sharif: The foreign and domestic policies of Pakistan PM probables

Who will be Pakistan's next prime minister? Here's an analysis of the policies of Shahbaz Sharif and Imran Khan, the two men who have the highest chances to be the next leader.

Jul 25, 2018

Pakistan election 2018: Imran Khan alleges human rights violations by Indian forces in Kashmir

The frontrunner for the prime minister's office, PTI candidate Imran Khan said that he wants to improve relations with India but slammed the Indian media for portraying him as a "Bollywood villain" in their coverage of the elections.

Jul 25, 2018

A town in Pakistan that does not vote; here's why citizens of Rabwah are forced to abstain

There are no campaign posters in the town of Rabwah, and no election rallies on its streets. Though they could be an influential bloc in a key electoral battleground, nearly 90 percent of its residents will not vote in a July 25 poll.

Jul 21, 2018

Stats plundered as Fakhar Zaman and Pakistan smash hapless Zimbabwe

Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq put together 304 runs for the first wicket as Pakistan belted 399 against Zimbabwe in the fourth match of the five-match series.

Jul 20, 2018

Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj

Crime against minorities in neighbouring countries a concern for India: Sushma Swaraj

The External Affairs minister made the statement in Rajya Sabha after highlighting the fact that the population of Hindus in Bangladesh had increased from 8.4 percent in 2011 to 10.7 percent in 2017.

Jul 20, 2018

China's offer to build economic corridor in Myanmar reaches final stage

The two government seems to be interested on project by but a there is a number issues that may block its progress.

Jul 19, 2018

India's war on terror continues with new friends and old foes

India's much-hyped surgical strikes have also flushed out many terror organisations which have mushroomed across the Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Myanmar border

Jul 18, 2018

Despite Trump's rigid policies, Iran turns to Pakistan for defence deal

Iran will be jointly producing defence equipment with Pakistan. Since Iran is the third largest oil supplier, India will not want to upset the carefully balanced relationship, but the deal with Pakistan may cause the Modi government to reassess their priorities.

Jul 18, 2018

Nawaz Sharif's this picture might haunt many in future

Nawaz Sharif's picture with ailing wife and teary-eyed daughter that 'will haunt many'

Ahead of the arrival of Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam in Pakistan, a picture of the father-daughter duo with ailing Begum Kulsoom at London's Harley Street Clinic has surfaced on social media.

Jul 13, 2018

Maulana Fazal-ur-Rehman (L) and Akram Durrani

Pakistan election rally blast: Death toll rises to 70

The blast targeting former Chief Minister Akram Khan Durrani at Bannu city killed 70 and injured 32. This is the third major attack in the region during election campaigning.

Jul 13, 2018

I am sacrificing myself for coming generation of Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif

The former Pakistan Prime Minister and his daughter were sentenced for long jail terms in a graft case and will be arrested as soon as they reach Pakistan. Massive security arrangements have been made ahead of their arrival.

Jul 13, 2018

Lahore under lockdown, media gagged as Pakistan prepares for Nawaz Sharif's arrest

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam have left the UAE and are coming to Lahore, where the duo will be arrested for their role in a corruption scandal. The state media regulator has barred television channels from running a live telecast.

Jul 13, 2018

Abdulla Yameen, President of the Maldives, greets Nawaz Sharif,

Amid stand-off with India, Maldives signs deal with Pakistan

In a fresh security challenge to India, the Maldives has signed an agreement with Pakistan in the energy sector. The country has been denying visas for Indians who are working on delayed construction projects that are being financed by India in the country.

Jul 7, 2018

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Pakistan

Suspect behind torching of Pakistan girls' schools killed during search operation

Suicide bomber attacks NATO patrol in Afghanistan, kills three

Extremists burn down 12 schools in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan; locals hold rallies against attack

Modi congratulates Imran Khan, pushes for peace in first call to Pakistan PM-elect

India's message to Imran Khan: Hope for a progressive Pakistan at peace with neighbours

Imran Khan claims victory in Pakistan elections; says resolving Kashmir issue with India a priority

Pakistan stock exchange sees a rise as nation awaits election results

Imran Khan and Shahbaz Sharif: The foreign and domestic policies of Pakistan PM probables

Pakistan election 2018: Imran Khan alleges human rights violations by Indian forces in Kashmir

A town in Pakistan that does not vote; here's why citizens of Rabwah are forced to abstain

Stats plundered as Fakhar Zaman and Pakistan smash hapless Zimbabwe

Crime against minorities in neighbouring countries a concern for India: Sushma Swaraj

China's offer to build economic corridor in Myanmar reaches final stage

India's war on terror continues with new friends and old foes

Despite Trump's rigid policies, Iran turns to Pakistan for defence deal

Nawaz Sharif's picture with ailing wife and teary-eyed daughter that 'will haunt many'

Pakistan election rally blast: Death toll rises to 70

I am sacrificing myself for coming generation of Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif

Lahore under lockdown, media gagged as Pakistan prepares for Nawaz Sharif's arrest

Amid stand-off with India, Maldives signs deal with Pakistan

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