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NIA launches multiple raids in J&K over Pakistan-backed terror conspiracy case

National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched searches at 15 locations across Jammu and Kashmir in a Pakistan-backed terror conspiracy case. The official said the terrorist outfits involved in the conspiracy were Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Al-Badr, and al-Qaeda, besides their offshoots.

The Hindu

Pakistan buys Russian oil but sees diversified future

Washington (AFP) - Facing a deep economic crisis, Pakistan has started to buy Russian oil, but the country's petroleum minister says the future lies in diversified, especially green, energy.

AFP

China, Pakistan urge Afghan aid be delinked from 'political considerations'

China and Pakistan on Monday urged donors to bridge gaps in humanitarian funding for Afghanistan, saying aid should be delinked from "political considerations".

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At SCO summit, India, Pakistan squabble over Kashmir, ‘terrorism’

Analysts say leaders from South Asian rival countries were ‘more worried about internal politics than foreign policy’.

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ACC set to move Asia Cup out of Pakistan after members reject PCB’s hybrid model; Sri Lanka may host tournament

In a huge setback to Pakistan, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on May 8 decided to move the Asia Cup out of the country after PCB’s proposal to host the tournament on a ‘hybrid model’ was rejected by the member nations.

The Hindu

Humza Yousaf: I couldn't believe Peter Murrell's 'gut-wrenching' arrest

FIRST Minister Humza Yousaf has described ex-SNP chief executive Peter Murrell’s arrest as “gut-wrenching” as he revealed the…

The National (Scotland)

Two Congo virus-related deaths cause alarm in Pakistan

A total of 16 cases found in Balochistan province since the beginning of the year, of which 11 were detected this month.

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Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to boost trade, lower border tensions

The two neighbours ‘reaffirm their desire to pursue continuous and practical engagement’ in bilateral talks.

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China seeks 'new fields' of cooperation with Pakistan military

China's defence minister on Monday told Pakistan's navy chief that their militaries including their navies should "expand into new fields of cooperation" to bolster the capability of the two neighbours in safeguarding security in the region.

Reuters

Pakistan, Afghan Taliban agree to boost trade, lower tension

Pakistani authorities and Afghanistan’s Taliban-appointed foreign minister have agreed to enhance trade and lower tensions amid a surge of militant attacks

The Independent UK

Azam says Pakistan 'in good position' for World Cup after NZ mauling

Karachi (AFP) - Captain Babar Azam says the "dominant" one-day series win over New Zealand sets Pakistan up nicely for the World Cup, despite doubts over their participation.

AFP

Morning Digest | 22 drown, many missing in boat tragedy in Kerala; SC to hear plea for SIT into Manipur clashes today, and more

The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day

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New Zealand avoid Pakistan whitewash despite Iftikhar run blitz

Karachi (AFP) - Henry Shipley and Rachin Ravindra shared six wickets as New Zealand beat Pakistan by 47 runs in the fifth and final one-day international in Karachi on Sunday.

AFP

Indian civilian prisoner dies in Pakistan before repatriation

The deceased named Zulfiqar, was expected to enter India along with 199 fishermen who are to be released by Pakistan. India has been urging Pakistan to release the 631 fishermen and two civilian prisoners languishing in Pakistani jails despite completing their prison terms.

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Panjwar’s killing in Lahore reminiscent of his rival’s murder in 2020

The killing of Paramjit Singh Panjwar, Pakistan-based chief of Khalistan Commando Force’s (KCF), on May 6, was carried out in a manner similar to the murder of his rival Harmeet Singh “PHD” of the Khalistan Liberation Force

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China, Pakistan and Afghanistan FMs hold talks in Islamabad

Foreign ministers from all three nations promise to pursue trilateral cooperation efforts as political ties deepen.

The Guardian - UK

Calls grow for Pakistan’s zoos to close after death of 17-year-old elephant

Case of Noor Jehan in Karachi draws criticism of conditions and renewed accusations of neglect at country’s facilities

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Pakistani man lynched over alleged blasphemy remarks during rally

A Muslim cleric killed after his speech at an opposition party’s rally in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was deemed blasphemous.

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The Independent UK

AP Month in Pictures: Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan

This photo gallery highlights some of the most compelling images made or published by Associated Press photographers in the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan in March 2023

The Guardian - UK

Architect Yasmeen Lari: ‘The international colonial charity model will never work’

The winner of this year’s royal gold medal for architecture has gone from designing corporate buildings to self-build shelters. She talks about shedding her ego, and empowering people to rebuild in the climate emergency

AFP

Freedom to paint: Pakistani Gitmo prisoner finds release in art

Karachi (AFP) - When Ahmed Rabbani ran out of paint to satisfy his artistic yearnings during 20 years of incarceration at Guantanamo Bay, he turned to whatever came to hand -- dirt, coffee grinds and even spices such as turmeric from the prison canteen.

The Hindu

Wanted Khalistani terrorist shot dead in Pakistan

A Pakistan-based Khalistani terrorist from Punjab was shot dead by two unidentified gunmen in Lahore on May 6, a government source said.

AFP

Afghan foreign minister woos neighbours in rare visit abroad

Islamabad (AFP) - The foreign minister of Afghanistan's Taliban government, which is not recognised by any other nation, held talks Saturday with his counterparts from Pakistan and China during a rare visit abroad.

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The fate of a teenage zoo elephant in Pakistan was tragic — and a symbol of much more

As details of Noor Jehan's neglect came to light, the revelations sparked a national conversation about the neglect and abuse of animals in Pakistan — and of vulnerable humans as well.

The Independent UK

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