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Former Pakistan PM Khan's aide, TV channel face sedition charges

A close aide to Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan and a local media house will face sedition charges, accused of inciting mutiny in the powerful military, the country's interior minister said on Wednesday.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

At 75, India’s Kashmir challenge shifts foreign policy focus

High in the Himalayas, the achingly beautiful territory of Kashmir has played a pivotal role in shaping the foreign policy of India, which has fought two wars with Pakistan over the region's sovereignty since the two countries gained independence from British colonial rule

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2022

U.N.’s terror sanctions regime at an ‘all time low’, says India

In sharply critical speech at Security Council, India envoy calls for “one voice” against terrorism, slams the global body for selectivity

The Hindu · Aug 10, 2022

Pakistani militant with $3 million US bounty killed in Afghanistan - sources

A senior Pakistani militant with $3 million U.S. bounty on his head has been killed along with three aides in neighbouring Afghanistan, three militant commanders and an intelligence official said on Monday.

Reuters · Aug 8, 2022

Shiite Muslims in Mideast mark solemn holy day of Ashorua

Millions of Shiite Muslims, from Iran to Afghanistan and Pakistan, are marking the festival of Ashoura

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2022

75 years ago, Britain's plan for Pakistani and Indian independence left unresolved conflicts on both sides – especially when it comes to Kashmir

In 1947, the United Kingdom was exhausted. World War II had ravaged its military and economy, and anti-colonial movements had begun to challenge empires. Within the Indian subcontinent, the U.K. faced two powerful, seemingly irreconcilable nationalist movements: one calling for the creation of Pakistan, a homeland for the Muslims of…

The Conversation · Aug 8, 2022

Pakistani Militant Leader Killed in Afghanistan

A late night roadside bombing in eastern Afghanistan struck a vehicle carrying members of the Pakistani Taliban group, killing a senior leader and three other militants, several Pakistani officials and militant figures said Monday. No one immediately claimed responsibility for the Sunday night killing of Abdul Wali, also widely known…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 8, 2022

Deepika Padukone or Mahira Khan: Who wore the black Pakistani sari better?

While Indian film actor is the queen of hearts in South Asia, her Pakistani counterpart, Mahira Khan also enjoys similar popularity. Both the actors are known for their fine performances on the silver screen and elegant sartorial picks off the screen. But recently, the two made news for wearing identical…

The Times of India · Aug 8, 2022

Bollywood: Meghna Gulzar begins filming for 'Sam Bahadur'

The film is based on the life and times of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, one of India's greatest war heroes. He was the chief of the Indian Army in 1971 when India fought the Bangladesh Liberation War with Pakistan. Read more on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Aug 8, 2022

Imran Khan summoned in 'Toshkhana' controversy; PDP claims former PM took most items for free

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued a notice to former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief, Imran Khan in connection with the government treasure-house collection controversy and summoned him for a hearing on August 18.

The Times of India · Aug 8, 2022