Pakistan

Afghanistan: Taliban leadership still in Pakistan, says Helmand province governor

Hayatullah Hayat has nixed reports that the top people in the extremist group had shifted to the province he now governs.

Nov 27, 2016

Amid mounting tension, Pakistan halts import of cotton, vegetables from India

Pakistani cotton importers said that the customs clearing agents had stopped the import without a warning or written order.

Nov 27, 2016

Lieutenant General Qamar Javed Bajwa appointed as Pakistan's 16th Army Chief

Bajwa will replace General Raheel Sharif, who will retire on November 29.

Nov 26, 2016

Morning brief: 50% tax penalty for unaccounted cash, India sees drop in forex reserves, Pak to take BCCI to court and more

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Nov 26, 2016

Views on India and Kashmir remain key as Pakistan weighs options for next Army chief

Lt Gen Ishfaq Nadeem Ahmed has emerged as a favourite to replace the outgoing Pakistani Army chief General Raheel Sharif.

Nov 25, 2016

Taliban want 'non-military' solution to Afghan problem, says negotiator

The extremist group is currently conducting internal discussions on issues that are to be put forward when bilateral talks resume.

Nov 24, 2016

J&K: BSF jawan killed, 4 others injured in Rajouri cross-border firing

Schools in several areas that have been victim to heavy mortar shelling and cross-border firing have been shut.

Nov 21, 2016

J&K: Pakistan continues ceasefire violations along the border

While no casualties have been reported on the Indian side in the recent violations, Pakistan claims that 40 people have died.

Nov 19, 2016

Pakistan's war exercise near India border flaunts China-made attack helicopter

Pakistan conducted a military exercise near the border with India and showcased the newly acquired China-made WZ-10 Thunderbolt.

Nov 18, 2016

Mystery of 6000-year-old amulet: Secrets behind its crafting finally revealed

This amulet is believed to be one of the oldest objects crafted using wax model due to its asymmetrical appearance.

Nov 16, 2016

Pakistan to conduct its first video game conference in December

Pakistan expected to host its first video game conference to promote video game development.

Nov 15, 2016

Evening wrap: Army foils infiltration bid, strong aftershocks to NZ quake, Supermoon details and more

Read about online exams being introduced for Army recruitment, and details of gangster's son demands huge sums from makers of SRK-starrer Raees.

Nov 14, 2016

J&K: Terrorist killed as Indian Army foils infiltration bid in Naugam sector

Earlier, seven Pakistan soldiers were killed in cross-border firing by Indian troops late Sunday night.

Nov 14, 2016

Nat Geo's 'Afghan girl' to visit Bengaluru for medical treatment

Sharbat Gula is expected to arrive in the city for treatment of Hepatitis C and other health complications.

Nov 14, 2016

Pakistan: ISIS claims responsibility for shrine blast in Balochistan, at least 52 killed

Reports state that over a hundred people have been injured in the blast and are being treated in nearby hospitals.

Nov 13, 2016

Pakistan: Suicide bomber kills 55 at Shah Noorani Dargah in Balochistan

At least 500 people had gathered at the 500-year-old shrine to witness the Sufi dance "dhamaal" there.

Nov 12, 2016

India looks to expedite ammunition purchases and fill up wartime reserves

The border tensions with Pakistan have forced India to stock up ammunition and fast-track necessary purchases.

Nov 11, 2016

Why Pakistan should be worried about Trump becoming the US President

In a surprise decision, the US electorate chose Donald Trump over Hillary Clinton as their 45th president.

Nov 10, 2016

Read the full text of the speech PM Modi gave when abolishing Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes

In his address, Modi explained at length why this decision was taken, touching upon subjects like curbing of corruption and black money use.

Nov 8, 2016

PM Modi abolishes Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes from November 8 midnight; banks, ATM not open on November 9 [Image of new notes]

PM Modi has announced that people will have 50 days to exchange all these notes, as govt launches Rs 2,000 note.

Nov 8, 2016