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Basmati Battle Puts EU in a Geopolitical Tight Spot, Amid Talks with India on FTA
India and Pakistan's GI battle over Basmati rice origin threatens the EU-India trade deal, dragging Brussels into a major geopolitical dispute.
US Approves $2.5 Billion Contract to Supply Advanced AMRAAM Missiles to Pakistan
US approves AIM-120C-8 missile export to Pakistan under $2.5B Raytheon deal, boosting defence cooperation and deterrence.
Pakistan, UAE Strengthen Cooperation on Rail Infrastructure and Connectivity
Pakistan, UAE agree to boost railway modernization and infrastructure cooperation at Abu Dhabi Global Rail Conference.
UNSC Clears Taliban FM Muttaqi’s First Official Visit to India Since 2021
Taliban FM Amir Khan Muttaqi to visit India, first Afghan official from the de-facto govt as ties expand.
The JAAC members chant slogans as they attend the funeral prayers of three victims, who were killed in Wednesday’s clashes between police and protesters, in Muzaffarabad, the capital of AJK, Pakistan, on October 2, 2025. [IC:AP]
The federal government will allocate an additional Rs30 billion for AJK in the next budget, including power and flour subsidies.
Pakistan Sends First Shipment of Critical Minerals to US Under $500m Deal
Pakistan sends first critical minerals shipment to the US, eyes US investment with upcoming Washington conference.
A pro-Palestinian protester waving a Palestinian flag in protest of the Israeli army's interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla on the Milan highway, on October 3. IC: AFP
The Peace Plan's Integrity Crisis: Pakistan's Allegation Exposes a Flawed Process
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar claims the final Gaza peace plan text was "altered" from the version regional allies reviewed, challenging the deal's integrity.
Pakistan Distances Itself from Trump’s Gaza Plan, Says Document Is “Not Ours”
Pakistan distances itself from Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan, with FM Ishaq Dar stressing the document was “not ours” but reaffirming support for a joint statement by eight Muslim nations at the UNGA.
'Ready for All Proposals': Hamas Leader Opens Door to Peace Talks While Rejecting Compromise on Principles
Hamas leadership says it's open to considering all peace proposals, including the Trump plan, but warns its core principles remain non-negotiable.
Azizi hinted at reviving the Kabul–New Delhi air corridor, but high costs and low volumes limit its economic impact.
Australian Senator Pauline Hanson sparks uproar by wearing a burqa in the Senate, leading to suspension and public backlash.
Information Minister reveals TTP chief Noor Wali Mehsud planned the Islamabad Judicial Complex suicide blast killing 12 people.
China conducted an urgent Shenzhou-22 launch to ensure the crew’s safe return after damage to the Shenzhou-20 capsule.
Lahore Qalandars, Peshawar Zalmi, and Quetta Gladiators renew their PSL rights for 10 years as the PCB prepares to expand the league to eight teams.
Security forces killed 22 India-sponsored militants in a major Bannu intelligence-based operation, ISPR says, as terrorism surges in KP.
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