The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

In Pakistan, old hopefuls jostle to turn around struggling economy

New gov’t will have to deal with soaring inflation, increasing poverty, low forex reserves and weakening infrastructure.

Al Jazeera · Feb 6, 2024

Indian embassy employee arrested for spying sent to judicial custody

Indian embassy staffer arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI sent to judicial custody till February 7.

The Hindu · Feb 6, 2024

AIADMK to stage demo against DMK leader A Raja for remarks on MGR

AIADMK to protest against DMK leader's remarks on M.G. Ramachandran; AMMK demands rescue of fishermen in Pakistan jail.

The Hindu · Feb 5, 2024

Pakistan polls and the certainty of another ‘selected’ PM: What Nawaz return could mean for Indo-Pak ties

Barring an unforeseen development, Pakistan's general elections on February 8 are widely expected to bring Nawaz Sharif back to office for a fourth time in a span of 35 years. Such political longevity is rare in Pakistan, especially as the leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) could never complete…

Newslaundry · Feb 5, 2024

Jailed Khan Looms Large Over Flawed Pakistan Election

Pakistan goes to the polls this week in an election that rights observers have dubbed deeply flawed, with the country's most charismatic politician languishing in jail, barred from taking part.

International Business Times · Feb 5, 2024

The Pakistan Women Barred From Voting By Their Husbands

Perched on her traditional charpai bed, Naeem Kausir says she would like to vote in Pakistan's upcoming election -- if only the men in her family would let her.

International Business Times · Feb 5, 2024

PCB, SLC locked in financial dispute over extra expenses during Asia Cup last year

LAHORE: The cricket boards of Pakistan and Sri Lanka are locked in a financial dispute over who should bear the additional $3-4 million burden incurred due to the shifting of the Asia Cup to the island nation last year.

The Times of India · Feb 5, 2024

Pakistan election 2024: By the numbers

As 128 million voters prepare for the February 8 election, Al Jazeera decodes the key numbers shaping Pakistan.

Al Jazeera · Feb 5, 2024

Khan's Party Navigates Pakistan Blackouts To Keep Campaign Alive

Former prime minister Imran Khan's party has redefined election campaigning in Pakistan with its social media rallies and use of AI technology in a bid to sidestep a nationwide crackdown that has followed it online.

International Business Times · Feb 4, 2024

Pakistan: Inquiry initiated against Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan for "anti-state" speech

Aleema Khan, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been summoned by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on charges of "anti-state" speech. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 4, 2024