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'Stand up': Trump puts Pakistan PM Sharif on spot at Board of Peace meet - watch

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif found himself in an awkward moment at Donald Trump's self-styled inaugural Board of Peace meeting on Thursday as the US President publicly asked him to stand up as he claimed credit for halting military tensions between India and Pakistan.

The Times of India

Michael Vaughan demands ECB action over IPL-linked teams ‘not considering Pakistan players’ for The Hundred

Half of the teams participating in The Hundred this year are part or fully owned by IPL franchises

The Independent UK

Afridi hits back at Shadab over ‘India World Cup’ remark: ‘Beta perform karo’

A fresh controversy has erupted in Pakistan cricket after former captain Shahid Afridi responded sharply to comments made by all-rounder Shadab Khan following Pakistan’s T20 World Cup 2026 victory over Namibia in Colombo.

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BLA Releases Video Claiming Pakistani Soldiers in Custody Amid Prisoner Exchange Deadline

A video purportedly released by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has surfaced online, allegedly showing Pakistani Army personnel in the group’s custody, as a self-imposed deadline for a proposed prisoner exchange approaches its end.

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World T20 Super 8s guide: India still team to beat but Curran can inspire England

Power-hitting co-hosts are hot favourites despite playing in strongest group, while Sri Lanka and New Zealand will fancy chance of making final

The Guardian - UK

England's Hundred report may be privatisation warning

Pakistan players are reportedly to be blacklisted from Indian-owned Hundred franchises in England, as Cricket Australia considers privatisation of BBL teams.

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Pakistan says Imran Khan rejected 'serious deals' twice for release from jail

A top aide to Pakistan's PM claims Imran Khan rejected two "serious" release deals, one involving a former KP chief minister and another from abroad. The government denies any leniency, calling Khan a "convicted criminal" amid concerns over his deteriorating eyesight in prison.

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‘How can army ignore us?’: BLA releases video of captured Pakistan soldiers pleading for help

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) reportedly released a video purportedly showing Pakistani Army personnel in its custody, as a self-declared deadline for a proposed prisoner exchange continues to run.

The Times of India

How the Mahabharata War Reshaped the Political Map of Bharat

The Mahabharata war, traditionally placed between 1500 BCE and 900 BCE depending on scholarly interpretation, marks a turning point in early Indian civilization. While historians debate its exact dating and scale, the epic and Puranic traditions preserve a memory of large-scale dynastic destruction, territorial shifts, and ecological change. The political…

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Bulletin world briefing: Trump sets Iran attack deadline and ex-South Korean president jailed

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. Trump sets deadline for Iran strike decision in Board of Peace speech Everyone attending the first Board of Peace meeting today Gas explosion tears through building in Pakistan killing at least 16 people South Korea’s ex-president jailed for…

The Independent UK

'11 jets shot down': Donald Trump claims '200% tariffs' warning forced India, Pakistan to stop fighting

Donald Trump claimed he averted war between India and Pakistan in May 2025 by threatening a 200% tariff on both nations. Speaking at his "Board of Peace" event, Trump cited Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as validating his mediation efforts. India, however, has distanced itself from these claims, with Prime…

The Times of India

At least 16 killed after gas explosion rips through apartment building in Pakistan

Explosion in Pakistan’s port city of Karachi leaves at least 16 dead after part of the building collapses

The Independent UK

‘India moved faster in ripping China out of telecom, social media apps’: Biden-era US official

Biden-era US official Lindsey Ford has praised India’s swift crackdown on Chinese telecom gear and social media platforms, telling a Congressional hearing that New Delhi acted far more decisively than Western nations in countering Beijing’s technology footprint.

The Times of India

Former cricket captains urge Pakistan to ensure better medical care for Imran Khan in prison

More than a dozen former international cricket captainshave urged Pakistan’s government to ensure better prison treatment and medical care for former cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan

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Ghosts of the past: Why Pakistan is in perpetual crisis

Pakistan’s crises rarely come as surprises anymore. A bombing, political upheaval, economic scare or diplomatic rupture, each seems sudden, yet for many Pakistanis, the sequence felt uncomfortably routine.

The Conversation

Sudan: how warring factions gained influence in the country’s food system – and what it means for the current conflict

Militaries play a major role in the politics of many countries. They determine whether elections can occur and who can compete. From Egypt to Pakistan and Myanmar to Uganda, the military is often the most important powerholder.

The Independent UK

Moeen Ali learning from Andrew Flintoff in bid to one day be England head coach

Flintoff is overseeing the second-string Lions’ white-ball tour against Pakistan Shaheens.

Times Life

7 Places Outside India Mentioned in the Mahabharata That Will Surprise You

“यदिहास्ति तदन्यत्र, यन्नेहास्ति न तत् क्वचित्।” Whatever is found here may be found elsewhere. What is not found here is nowhere else. When most of us think about the Mahabharata, we imagine Hastinapur, Kurukshetra, and the banks of the Ganga. We picture royal courts, forest exile, and the great war…

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‘Under vengeful instructions of Asim Munir’: Family claims Imran Khan enduring ‘unimaginable mistreatment’ in prison; supporters protest

Imran Khan's family alleges "unimaginable mistreatment" and "deliberate cruelty" in prison, claiming his right eye's vision loss is due to inadequate health facilities. They demand his transfer to a private hospital for treatment, a demand echoed by his close aide and former cricketers. The government refutes these claims, presenting medical…

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Mahseer Fish: The King of Indian Freshwater Rivers

Why Is Mahseer Called the King of Indian Rivers?

Close-up of Mahseer fish highlighting its large scales, powerful body, and royal appearance.

Mahseer earns this royal title due to its unmatched power and endurance in Indian rivers. It can swim against strong currents, leap over obstacles, and survive in rocky…

The Independent UK

Gower, Waugh and Gavaskar among cricket legends calling for Imran Khan to receive proper medical care

Former captains from five nations say ‘person of Imran Khan’s stature deserves to be treated with dignity’

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Pakistan Eye Super Eights as Usman Tariq Backs Team After India Defeat

Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq struck an optimistic tone on Tuesday, expressing confidence that the team can bounce back from their heavy defeat to India and still qualify for the next stage of the T20 World Cup. Pakistan suffered a crushing 61-run loss to Babar Azam’s side against India national cricket…

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Attacks Kill 17 as Bombings and Gunfight Rock Northwest Pakistan

Two coordinated bombings and a separate gun battle have left at least 17 people dead in Pakistan’s northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, underscoring the fragile security situation in the region.

The Times of India

Pakistan: 14 soldiers, three civilians killed in seperate deadly attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

A suicide bombing and attack by gunmen on a security post in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province resulted in the deaths of 11 soldiers and a child. Security forces thwarted the overnight breach attempt, later killing 12 TTP militants. The explosives-laden vehicle also damaged civilian homes, injuring seven others.

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The Air Here Can Kill, Welcome to the World’s Most Polluted Place

What Does “Most Polluted” Even Mean? It’s not like one place wins a forever trophy for being the worst, air quality rankings aren’t set in stone. Reports from groups like IQ Air track PM2.5 levels (fine particulate matter) over months or a year, comparing how often cities exceed safe limits…

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