The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

‘I told voters that Vijayapura would become a Pakistan’

BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal explains his victory in Vijayapura, says ‘Hindus came out of their homes and voted for me’

The Hindu · May 6, 2022

Fast-fashion Chain Primark Expands Sustainable Cotton Program

Primark, one of Europe's biggest fast fashion chains, has pledged to train an additional 125,000 smallholder cotton farmers in more sustainable farming methods in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh by the end of 2023. The group's sustainable cotton program trains farmers on using fewer chemical pesticides and fertilizers and less water,…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 6, 2022

Pakistan rejects Jammu & Kashmir Delimitation Commission report

The Delimitation Commission has been tasked by the Indian government to redraw the boundaries of assembly and parliamentary constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Hindu · May 6, 2022

'Chota Pakistan video': Karnataka CM to ask Mysuru SP to take action

BENGALURU: With a video purportedly describing Kavalande in Nanjangud taluk of Mysuru district as "Chota Pakistan" going viral on social media and triggering outrage, Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai on Thursday said he will ask the Superintendent of Police there to look into the matter and take necessary action.

The Times of India · May 5, 2022

India heatwave: why the region should prepare for even more extreme heat in the near future

An extreme heatwave in India and Pakistan has left more than a billion people in one of the most densely populated parts of the world facing temperatures well above 40℃. Although this has not broken all-time records for the regions, the hottest part of the year is yet to come.

The Conversation · May 4, 2022

England drop to No 6 in Test rankings with lowest points tally since 1995

England have slumped to their worst Test rating for more than a quarter of a century, dropping to No 6 in the ICC rankings after just one win from the past 17 matches

The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022

England drop to sixth in ICC Test rankings with lowest points total in 27 years

The ICC’s annual update sees England switch places with Pakistan and lose their spot in the world’s top teams

The Independent UK · May 4, 2022

‘Extreme heat can be deadly:’ how cricket is handling the climate crisis

A heatwave in southern Asia is prompting questions about the game’s future, a discussion which cricketers can help with their influence

The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2022

‘We are living in hell’: Pakistan and India suffer extreme spring heatwaves

April temperatures at unprecedented levels have led to critical water and electricity shortages

The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2022

India Swelters Under Intense Heat Wave

All 10 of the world's hottest locations are in India and Pakistan. India's PM warns high temps will increase the danger of fires.

Zenger · May 2, 2022