The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

Jain group seeks Centre’s nod to travel to Pakistan

Hard-fought visas of a group of 22 members run out on Sunday

The Hindu · Mar 2, 2022

Gunmen kill polio worker in Pakistan vaccination campaign

Pakistani police say gunmen have shot and killed a female polio worker during a vaccination campaign in the country's northwest

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022

Pakistan, Australia to play for Benaud-Qadir Trophy

The new trophy would be named to honor two legendary leg-spinners: Richie Benaud of Australia and Pakistan's Abdul Qadir

The Hindu · Mar 2, 2022

This Oscar winning actress wore Indian outfits for a Pakistani wedding

Kenyan-Mexican actress Lupita Nyong'o, who won an Oscar for her critically acclaimed film, 12 Years a Slave is currently in Pakistan, attending visual artist and fashion designer Misha Japanwala wedding. And the Hollywood star is painting the town red in exquisite clothes by a popular Indian designer.

The Times of India · Mar 1, 2022

The Afghan revolutionary who took on the Soviets and patriarchy

In 1977, Meena began a resistance movement to fight for women’s rights and defy imperial occupation in Afghanistan.

Al Jazeera · Mar 1, 2022

Islamabad-based diplomats call on Pakistan to condemn Russia

The top diplomats of 22 countries, including European Union member states, on Tuesday jointly called on the government of Pakistan to support a resolution in the United Nations General Assembly condemning Russia's aggression against Ukraine.

Reuters · Mar 1, 2022

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf contracts COVID, doubtful to make his Test debut against Australia

KARACHI: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has tested positive for COVID-19, rendering him doubtful to make his Test debut against Australia in the opening match of the three-game series, starting in Rawalpindi on March 4.

The Times of India · Mar 1, 2022

Smith says Australia ‘incredibly safe’ in Pakistan despite ‘death threat’ reported by Agar

Spinner Ashton Agar was warned against travelling to Pakistan, though the threat was dismissed following an investigation by the boards of Pakistan and Australia and government security agencies.

The Hindu · Mar 1, 2022

Steve Smith says Australia feel "incredibly safe" in Pakistan despite death threat

Ashton Agar received a death threat ahead of Australia's tour of Pakistan which warned him not to make the trip

Daily Mirror · Mar 1, 2022

Australia's Steve Smith 'in a good space' after recovering from concussion ahead of first Pakistan Test

Steve Smith says he is confident he will not be affected by his recent concussion when Australia plays Pakistan in Rawalpindi.

ABC News · Mar 1, 2022