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Pakistan's first Hangor-class submarine conducts maiden live weapon firing

In a historic moment, Pakistan Navy's PNS/M HANGOR, the first of its Hangor-class submarines, conducted its first successful live weapon firing exercise in the Arabian Sea, launching an anti-ship cruise missile. This operation was observed by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, who emphasized its significance for strategic regional…

The Economic Times · 4h ago

'Serial practitioner of terrorism': EAM Jaishankar takes aim at Pakistan in UN address

Jaishankar addressed the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly regarding global conflicts. He highlighted that nations far from conflicts are being affected despite having no involvement. The current conflicts, particularly in the Gulf region, are exacerbating global tensions and affecting economic stability. Jaishankar urged all involved parties to…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

"Blood and water cannot flow together": Former diplomat Veena Sikri blisters Pakistan PM's UNGA speech

During the UN General Assembly session, Veena Sikri firmly denounced Pakistan's assertions regarding Kashmir and the Indus Waters Treaty, attributing regional tensions to Pakistan's own issues of internal mismanagement and its history of fostering terrorism. India reiterated its right to respond to cross-border terrorism, highlighting the suspension of the Indus…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

'Let us have no illusion about who calls the shots': India hits back at Pak PM at UN

India on Saturday hit back at Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s remarks at the United Nations General Assembly and placing its concerns over Islamabad’s political system and military influence on record.

The Times of India · Sep 26

Pakistan PM at UN: Houthi threats to Mecca a ‘red line’, defence pact not aimed at any country

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday used the 81st United Nations General Assembly to condemn Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and warn against any threat to the safety and sanctity of Mecca.

The Times of India · Sep 25

Sharif Dodges Hafiz Saeed Questions: PM skips UN terror query; India cites ‘exporting terror’ barb

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday declined to answer questions from reporters about Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder Hafiz Saeed during his visit to the United Nations headquarters for the 81st UN General Assembly.

The Times of India · Sep 25

Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif refuses to answer questions on Hafiz Saeed, LeT during UNGA visit

During the 81st United Nations General Assembly, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif avoided questions about Hafiz Saeed. Reporters asked him multiple times about his stance on terrorism and Saeed's prosecution. India's representative criticized Pakistan for its focus on terrorism rather than addressing economic struggles. The remarks highlighted issues in Pakistan-occupied…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Shehbaz-Pezeshkian meet in New York, Pakistan pushes de-escalation, Islamabad MoU

Pakistan prime minister Shehbaz Sharif met Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian in New York on Thursday on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, with the two leaders discussing bilateral ties and the ongoing regional conflict.

The Times of India · Sep 24

Pakistan wants to be the Muslim world's security guard. Can its economy pay the bill?

Pakistan is betting that military muscle can buy it a bigger seat at the global table. Islamabad has deepened defence ties with Saudi Arabia and Turkey through the Mecca pact, sought a larger role in Gulf security, marketed its fighter jets and drones abroad and cast itself as an emerging…

The Times of India · Sep 23

'Will go to any extent': Pakistan pledges to defend Saudi Arabia amid Houthi threat

Pakistan has pledged to defend Saudi Arabia 'to any extent', with its military spokesperson saying Islamabad would support the kingdom “both diplomatically and physically” amid heightened tensions involving Yemen's Houthi forces.

The Times of India · Sep 18