Security forces kill 15 militants attempting to enter Pakistan from Afghanistan: ISPR
Security forces killed 15 militants who allegedly attempted to cross into Pakistan from Afghanistan through North Waziristan, the military’s media…
South Asia Politics
South Asia Politics
UN warns El Niño could intensify into strongest event on record
The El Niño weather phenomenon is expected to intensify significantly in the coming months and is almost certain to persist…
PM Shehbaz approves Trade Facilitation Board, to serve as its chairman
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the establishment of a Trade Facilitation Board and will serve as its chairman, according…
Iran strikes US targets despite Trump’s warnings of retaliation
Fresh clashes between Iran and the United States have intensified the ongoing conflict, with Tehran maintaining pressure on the strategic…
Govt, JI agree to form committees to propose reduction in petroleum levy
The government and Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) have agreed to form separate expert committees to discuss measures for reducing the petroleum levy…
Mandi Bahauddin killing: FIR registered against unidentified assailants
An FIR has been registered at the City Police Station in Mandi Bahauddin against unidentified suspects over the killing of…
Nepal faces massive rebuilding effort as search for missing continues
A glacier collapse in Nepal’s border region with China on August 26 triggered a massive surge of ice, rocks and…
Penal system must prioritise justice and rehabilitation over punitive measures
The continued denial by prison authorities and government officials that two prisoners are being subjected to prolonged solitary confinement is…
Hawala networks increasingly turn to virtual assets, fintech to hide illicit wealth: FATF, OECD
PARIS: Hawala and other underground banking networks are increasingly adopting virtual assets, fintech platforms and digital communication tools to conceal…
US extends Middle East troop deployments into 2027 amid Iran conflict
WASHINGTON: The United States has extended the deployment of several military units in and around the Middle East into 2027…