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Taliban Escalates Crackdown in Panjshir, Youth and Community Leaders Beaten

Reports highlight Taliban’s arrests of youth and community leaders in Panjshir, raising human rights concerns.

March 10, 2026
Afghanistan, News, Security

Justice in Words, Evasion in Action: PTI Leaders Avoid Courts

PTI leaders skip court appearances, contradicting public calls for justice and raising questions about accountability.

March 10, 2026
Law, News, Pakistan, Politics

Pakistan Chooses Economic Stability Over Short-Term Fuel Relief

Pakistan raises petrol and diesel prices to protect foreign reserves, prioritizing economic stability over short-term fuel relief.

March 10, 2026
Economy & Finance, News, Pakistan

China warns Security Council of Terrorist Threats in Afghanistan

China warns the UN Security Council about active terrorist groups in Afghanistan, urging stronger counterterrorism cooperation in the region.

March 10, 2026
China, International security, News

U.S. Considers Sanctions on Afghanistan Over Detained Americans

U.S. considers sanctions and travel restrictions on Afghanistan over detained American citizens, seeking release and accountability.

March 10, 2026
Afghanistan, News, USA

Iran War Impact: Pakistan Orders School Closures and Four-Day Workweek

Pakistan closes schools and adopts four-day office schedule to conserve fuel amid rising global oil prices from Middle East tensions.

March 9, 2026
Governance, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Turkey Closely Watching Taliban–Pakistan Tensions, Urges Afghan Stability

Turkey says peace in Afghanistan is vital for regional security and confirms it is closely monitoring rising Taliban–Pakistan tensions.

March 9, 2026
Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Turkey

Pakistan Navy Launches Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr to Safeguard Trade Amid Gulf Tensions

Pakistan Navy launches Operation Muhafiz-ul-Bahr to protect shipping, trade routes, and ensure safe maritime transit amid Gulf tensions.

March 9, 2026
Middle East, News, Pakistan, Security

Afghan Women Married to Pakistanis Entitled to POC,Rules Peshawar High Court

Peshawar High Court rules Afghan women married to Pakistanis can apply for Pakistan Origin Card under legal marriage.

March 9, 2026
Afghanistan, Law, News, Pakistan

Qatar Arrests 313 for Spreading False Information Online

Qatar arrests 313 for spreading false information online under cybercrime law, emphasizing responsibility in digital freedom.

March 9, 2026
News, Qatar, Security

Pakistan Conducts Precision Airstrikes on Key Taliban Targets in Kandahar

Pakistan conducts precision airstrikes in Kandahar, targeting Taliban Special Forces, drone facilities, and GDI HQ to neutralize militant threats.

March 15, 2026
Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Politics, Security

US to Permanently Close Peshawar Consulate, Consolidates Services in Islamabad

The US is permanently closing its Peshawar consulate, transferring consular services to Islamabad as part of a broader restructuring plan.

March 14, 2026
Diplomacy, News, Pakistan, USA

Afghanistan’s Economic Fragility Closely Linked to Security Challenges

Pakistan stresses that Afghanistan’s economic fragility is tied to security challenges and cross-border militancy, not just trade disruptions.

March 14, 2026
Afghanistan, Economy, News, Pakistan

PM Shehbaz okays up to 30% salary deductions for SOE employees

Pakistan introduces austerity measures including salary cuts, vehicle limits, and travel bans as rising global fuel prices impact the economy.

March 14, 2026
Economy, News, Pakistan, Policy Bits

Please Do Not Undervalue Pakistan

An analysis of why Shia and Deobandi groups show stronger political activism in Pakistan while remaining relatively quiet in India.

March 14, 2026
Opinion, Pakistan, Politics, Society

Critically Endangered Kemp’s Ridley Turtle Rescued Near Houston, Fighting for Life

A critically endangered Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle was rescued near Houston and is receiving intensive care at the Gulf Centre for Sea Turtle Research.

March 14, 2026
Environment, News, Wildlife