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One misstep away: Pakistan’s Iran tightrope faces its toughest test

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi movement are facing renewed conflict, raising regional escalation fears and making Pakistan's strategic balance between Saudi Arabia and Iran more difficult. A recent Saudi-Pakistan defence pact has added more complexity to Islamabad's obligations. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait's importance has grown as shipping disruptions have become…

The Economic Times

Two brothers detained by Pakistani forces found dead in Balochistan; custodial death concerns raised

Two brothers, Imam and Muhammad Umar, were found dead with bullet injuries in Balochistan. They were allegedly taken into custody by security personnel after their motorcycle ran out of fuel. Their family later received their bodies, disputing claims of militant links. Local residents expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding their…

The Times of India

India expects international community to hold Pakistan accountable for 'egregious abuses' in PoJK

India states protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir stem from exploitation. Islamabad's actions have led to systemic exploitation and administrative oppression there. New Delhi expects the international community to hold Pakistan accountable for abuses. Protests have escalated due to high living costs and discrimination. Pakistan has responded with brutality and…

The Economic Times

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UK seeks law change to deport Pakistani rapist and grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed

The UK government is changing a law that prevents serious criminals' deportation. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced Parliament will amend the Immigration Act 1971. This change targets individuals like grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed. Ahmed was jailed for rape and sexual offenses against young girls. The government seeks to remove…

The Times of India

Gilgit-Baltistan: Pakistan's tourist jewel tested by development and climate change

In just a few decades, the Hunza Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, a remote mountainous region of northern Pakistan, has undergone a dramatic transformation. Expanded access to education, improved healthcare and strong local development have reshaped the area, in a model of progress often linked to foundations associated with the Aga Khan,…

France 24

Afghanistan-backed plot behind Karachi Rangers attack: Pakistan

Pakistan's Sindh Home Minister stated terrorists attacking a rangers compound had Afghan backing. Investigations concluded planning and training for the attack occurred in Afghanistan. Four terrorists were reportedly brought from Afghanistan to Karachi for the operation. Weapons and suicide jackets were provided by a handler in Karachi. This attack was…

The Economic Times

One arrested in Bihar's Katihar for suspected links with Pakistan-based terror network

Bihar Police arrested a 22-year-old man in Katihar for suspected terror network links. Mohammad Ahad was detained and later arrested based on specific intelligence inputs. Investigations revealed regular contact with a Pakistan-based gangster associated with a terror network. He allegedly exchanged chats and shared anti-national content on social media platforms.…

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LeT, IS operatives among 34 killed in Khuzdar attack: BLA

The Baloch Liberation Army claimed a major suicide attack on an ISIS-K commander's compound. This operation targeted a meeting coordinating efforts against the Baloch political movement. The BLA stated that 34 operatives, including ISIS and LeT members, were killed. The attack, executed by the Majeed Brigade, followed weeks of intelligence…

The Times of India

7 Monsoon Illnesses That Look Like a Mild Fever but Carry a Serious Infection Risk in India

DengueA 2023 report from the National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control recorded over 289,000 dengue cases across India in a single year, with the sharpest spikes running from July through October. The fever that arrives with it, sudden, high, accompanied by pain behind the eyes and aching joints, is…

Times Life

Mahmood issues plan to close loophole blocking deportation of Rochdale grooming gang leader

The government has indicated Pakistan could be threatened with visa restrictions unless it takes back Shabir Ahmed

The Independent UK

Healthcare crisis in Pakistan: Shortage of 100 life-saving medicines like cancer drugs, morphine

Pakistan faces a critical shortage of over 100 essential medicines, including life-saving drugs. Delayed price revisions by the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan are disrupting production. Rising costs of raw materials and currency depreciation have impacted manufacturing expenses significantly. This situation is creating space for counterfeit and substandard products in…

The Times of India

Himalayan snowfall has been miscalculated for years, here’s how we found a new way to measure it

Mountain snow and meltwater from glaciers in the Himalayas determine how much water is available for drinking, farming and hydropower for millions of people in India, Pakistan, Nepal, China and Afghanistan.

The Conversation

Visa restrictions considered if Pakistan does not take back grooming gang leader

The Government said all options were being looked at to ensure Shabir Ahmed can be thrown out of the UK.

Evening Standard

Shabana Mahmood tells MPs suspect in Ann Widdecombe investigation ‘not known to Prevent’ – as it happened

Home secretary updates Parliament after counter-terrorism police take over investigation into her death

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The Independent UK

Mahmood to announce law change to deport Rochdale grooming gang leader

Home secretary expected to unveil proposal on Monday

The Guardian - UK

‘If a woman is killed, they say she fell, she took poison’: Pakistan’s devastating rise in ‘hidden’ sexual violence

Karachi’s chief police surgeon condemns increasing acceptance of domestic murders and rapes of women and girls

The Economic Times

Pakistan's fuel shock ripples through every ride

Public transport fares have risen across Pakistan following a significant petroleum price increase. Transport operators cited higher fuel costs as the reason for these revised rates. Minimum stop-to-stop fares are now PKR 50, and goods transport charges have also increased. Local transport operators raised fares by PKR 20 per passenger,…

The Times of India

Pakistan turns to army chief Asim Munir in battle against population growth

Asim Munir, the chief of the Pakistani army, has taken a notable role in a prominent committee tasked with tackling the pressing issue of population growth in the country. The committee aims to devise strategies to manage the rapidly increasing numbers. Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal emphasized the critical…

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Pakistan claims 88 militants killed in ongoing Balochistan crackdown

Pakistan's security forces have killed eighty-eight militants in Balochistan since July fifth. Operation Shaban involves the army and paramilitary forces targeting militant hideouts. This operation began after coordinated attacks rocked the province on July fifth. Militants killed nine police personnel and abducted eighteen others at a checkpoint. Violence also struck…

The Times of India

'Crypto is haram': Pakistan's leading cleric issues fatwa against digital currency

A leading Pakistani cleric has declared cryptocurrency trading "haram" under Islamic law, issuing a fatwa that comes as the government moves to regulate and promote the country's virtual assets sector.

The Times of India

British MP Rupert Lowe unveils hardline Pakistan policy as Islamabad refuses to accept Shabir Ahmed's deportation

British MP Rupert Lowe has outlined a tough approach toward Pakistan after it refused to accept the deportation of convicted rapist Shabir Ahmed from the UK. He said any action should be “swift, ruthless and brutal” to make the message clear.

Radio France Internationale

Capital punishment in Pakistan: 'Islam does not promote the death penalty'

Around the world, a total of 47 countries still retain capital punishment – including Pakistan. Barrister Sarah Belal founded the Justice Project Pakistan in 2009 to represent the most vulnerable Pakistani prisoners facing the death penalty, at home and abroad. RFI met her in Paris.

The Economic Times

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif holds talks with Iran, Qatar leaders to revive stalled US-Iran negotiations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engaged with Iranian and Qatari leaders on Friday night amid escalating regional tensions and urged restraint from all parties. Sharif stressed upholding commitments made under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. Pakistan reaffirmed its readiness to facilitate dialogue and preserve regional stability.

The Times of India

Banned outfit Hizbul Mujahideen's deputy chief admits Pakistani footprint in Kashmir - video

In a stark public admission that directly exposes neighboring complicity in cross-border militancy, a top commander of the banned outfit Hizbul Mujahideen has openly acknowledged the pervasive footprint of Pakistani terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Times of India

Pak refuses to accept grooming gang leader unless UK hands over political dissidents

Pakistan demands UK extradition of dissidents for deporting Shabir Ahmed. Ahmed, a grooming gang leader, faces deportation after his British citizenship was revoked. Pakistan states it will not accept him without reciprocal extradition agreements. Islamabad wants UK extradition of figures like Shahzad Akbar and Adil Raja. This creates a stalemate,…

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