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Pakistan abolishes ‘period tax’ after landmark campaign to promote sanitary products

In a country where periods are rarely discussed in public, a tax exemption on sanitary products is being hailed as a breakthrough. Campaigners tell Shweta Sharma this is just the first victory in the long and arduous battle ahead

The Independent UK · Jun 18

India treads cautiously as Trump seeks fresh start with PM Modi

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi struck a friendly tone during their first face-to-face meeting in over a year, with Trump calling Modi a long-time friend and a tough trade negotiator despite his calm demeanor.

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Oil prices drop further below 80 dollars a barrel as US-Iran peace deal signed

Pakistan’s prime minister Shehbaz Sharif said leaders of both the United States and Iran had signed the peace-deal agreement.

Evening Standard · Jun 18

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Pakistan: Autopsy report reveals Australian minor girl shot five times

A nine-year-old Australian girl was killed in Pakistan after being shot at least five times during a police operation. The family was caught in crossfire when police mistakenly targeted their vehicle while pursuing armed robbers. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for a transparent investigation.

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Two techies from India and Pakistan built an AI startup - Now both are billionaires thanks to Elon Musk. Here's all about Aman Sanger and Sualeh Asif

Two young entrepreneurs, Aman Sanger from India and Sualeh Asif from Pakistan, have joined the billionaire ranks. Their company, Cursor, a popular AI coding assistant, was reportedly acquired by Elon Musk for $60 billion. This deal is expected to net each of them around $2.7 billion. Cursor, founded in 2022,…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Photos show a centuries-old mountain tradition in the world’s highest polo ground

Cheers echoed through the high mountains of northern Pakistan's Shandur Pass as horses thundered across the green expanse of the world’s highest polo ground, the Shandur Polo Field, at an altitude of about 3,700 meters (12,000 feet).

The Independent UK · Jun 18

First signs of LNG traffic return emerge at Strait of Hormuz with a relief for Pakistan

An LNG tanker loaded in Qatar is approaching the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a possible revival in traffic after a temporary US-Iran peace deal. The vessel, Mraikh, has been stranded in the Persian Gulf since February and is now headed toward Pakistan. The move comes as Trump announced a deal…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

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Donald Trump’s Iran deal met with anger, relief and incredulity

G7 leaders and mediator Pakistan hailed the release of the memorandum of understanding, views that were not widely shared in Israel and among US Republicans

The Guardian - AU · Jun 18

Iran deal calls for diluting uranium at minimum, waiving sanctions & opening strait, US officials say

President Trump announced a deal with Iran, involving uranium dilution and sanctions waivers, allowing immediate oil sales. Mediated by Pakistan, the agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end hostilities in Lebanon. While hailed by Trump, the memorandum of understanding faces scrutiny and potential future renegotiation.

The Economic Times · Jun 18

US-Iran deal takes 'immediate effect' after both sides sign, Pakistan premier says

Pakistan says that the deal to end the war in Iran is taking 'immediate effect' after both sides have signed it, but that there will still be a formal signing ceremony on Friday

AAP · Jun 17

Between West Asia crisis and heatwave: Pakistan bikers risk lives to smuggle Iranian fuel

Motorbike riders in Pakistan's Balochistan province are risking extreme heat, armed conflict and deadly accidents to transport smuggled Iranian fuel across the country, as higher oil prices linked to the recent Iran-Israel conflict boost demand for cheaper petrol and diesel.

The Times of India · Jun 17

Afghan government staff told to abandon smartphones or face prison sentence

How widely the rule is being implemented across Afghanistan and the scale of its impact were not entirely clear.

Euronews · Jun 17

‘Period tax’ on sanitary products to be abolished, says Pakistan minister

Campaigners welcome announcement cutting levies on menstrual health items, but say their work to end period poverty is ‘far from over’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

India Women vs Netherlands Women Live Streaming: When and where to watch T20 World Cup clash

India enters their T20 World Cup clash against the Netherlands with high confidence after a dominant 64-run victory over Pakistan. Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, and Richa Ghosh powered India's batting, while Deepti Sharma's exceptional spin bowling proved decisive. The Netherlands, seeking to recover from their opening loss, face a formidable…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

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Pakistan police accidentally gun down nine-year-old Australian girl, injure family after mistaking them for robbers

A nine-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed died and her father and brother were injured when Pakistani police opened fire during a robbery. The family was visiting relatives in Chakwal. Police claim they mistook the family's vehicle for the robbers. An officer has been arrested. The incident has sparked demands for…

The Times of India · Jun 17

From robbery to chase to four bullets: How Pakistan police's 'mistaken assessment' killed a 9-year-old Australian girl

A family visit to Pakistan turned tragic when nine-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed was killed in a police shooting. Confronted by robbers, the family's attempt to flee was met with gunfire from Punjab Police's crime control unit. Hania died from bullet wounds, while her father and brother were also injured.

France 24 · Jun 16

SOS messages from Mideast seas plunge India-US ties into choppy waters

The US military killed three Indian soldiers last week when it fired on a vessel while enforcing a US naval blockade, the latest in a series of setbacks for US-India ties. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit this week, the…

The Times of India · Jun 16

Doha’s quiet coup: How Qatar, not Pakistan, became the real power broker in US-Iran deal

While Pakistan sought the spotlight in its diplomatic endeavours, it was Qatar’s subtle, low-key mediation that ultimately held the key to the US-Iran ceasefire. Leveraging its unique relationship with Tehran and access to the American administration, Qatar's patient and discreet shuttle diplomacy triumphed over more boisterous efforts that were ridiculed…

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International Business Times UK · Jun 16

Iran War Deal: Leaked Terms Contradict Donald Trump Claims Of 'Complete' Peace

The US and Iran present differing accounts of a peace agreement, with unresolved issues over the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief, and future negotiations.

The Guardian - AU · Jun 16

Father of Australian girl shot by police while visiting Pakistan demands justice

Hania Ahmed, 9, died after Punjab police opened fire on suspected robbers as well as her family in Chakwal

The Independent UK · Jun 16

Australia calls for answers after girl, 9, shot dead by police while on holiday in Pakistan

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The Economic Times · Jun 16

Women's T20 World Cup: India look to sharpen their batting against Netherlands

India faces Netherlands in the Women's T20 World Cup. The team seeks better batting consistency after a mixed performance against Pakistan. Key players like Smriti Mandhana and Richa Ghosh showed form. India's bowlers, especially spinners Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani, performed well. Netherlands lost their opening match and needs improvement.

The Independent UK · Jun 16

Albanese demands answers as mystery deepens in 9-year-old Australian girl’s killing in Pakistan

Hania Ahmed, who was visiting Pakistan with her family, was fatally shot after a local police official fired at their car during an armed robbery

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Pakistan sees room to improve FY27 outlook after Iran war ends, says Finance Minister Aurangzeb

Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb sees potential economic upsides for fiscal year 2027 following the end of the Iran conflict. However, he cautioned that it is too early to revise the budget presented just days ago. The government's immediate focus was managing the conflict's impact on energy and inflation. The…

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Pakistan eyes more global bond issues, sees budget upside from Iran deal

Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stated it's too early to revise the budget despite potential economic improvements post-Iran war. He noted that damaged energy infrastructure will delay supply chain normalization and inflation recovery. Aurangzeb also indicated plans to shift towards commercial borrowing to alter Pakistan's creditor profile without increasing overall…

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