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Trump Hints at Islamabad Visit for Iran Talks; Breakthrough Expected Soon
Quadrilateral Meeting of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Egypt Held in Islamabad Amid Regional Tensions
Herat Protests Expose Growing Anger among People Over Taliban Security Failures
Regional Security Concerns Mount Over Taliban’s Militant Links
National Interest vs Ratings, Media Bias and Divergence from State Policy Under Scrutiny

Category: South Asia

Pakistan Repelled Border Assault; 200+ Militants Killed, ISPR Says

Pakistan Repelled Border Assault; 200+ Militants Killed, ISPR Says

Pakistan says it repelled an “unprovoked attack” on 11–12 Oct 2025, killing 200+ militants, seizing 21 positions and destroying training camps; Islamabad warns Kabul.
  • Afghanistan, Pakistan, Security, South Asia
Female journalists barred from Taliban press conference in New Delhi on orders from Amir Khan Muttaqi. [IC: WIONews]

Taliban Delegation Bars Women Journalists in New Delhi, Raising Questions Over India’s Women Empowerment

Taliban barred women journalists from a New Delhi press event, testing India’s stance on gender rights and democratic values.
  • Afghanistan, Human Rights, India, News, South Asia, Women & Society
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi receives a warm welcome at Darul Uloom Deoband, India’s historic Islamic seminary, October 11, 2025]. [Courtesy: @MJalalAf/X].

India’s Deoband Diplomacy Raises Questions Over Taliban Outreach and Regional Motives

India’s outreach to the Taliban through Deoband diplomacy is seen as an attempt to recast the group’s ideological associations from Haqqania to Indian soil.
  • Afghanistan, India, News, South Asia
Afghan Defence Ministry Accuses Pakistan of Drone Strikes Near Kabul

Afghan Defence Ministry Accuses Pakistan of Drone Strikes Near Kabul

Afghan Defence Ministry blames Pakistan for Kabul drone attacks; Islamabad yet to respond to fresh accusations
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan, Security, South Asia
Afghanistan Condemns Kabul  Explosions, Muttaqi Urges Dialogue Amid India Visit

Afghanistan Condemns Kabul  Explosions, Muttaqi Urges Dialogue Amid India Visit

Amid Kabul explosions and border tensions, FM Muttaqi calls for diplomacy during India visit, signaling strain in Afghanistan–Pakistan ties
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, India, News, South Asia
Failure to Enforce National Action Plan Fuels Surge in Terrorism: DG ISPR

Failure to Enforce National Action Plan Fuels Surge in Terrorism: DG ISPR

DG ISPR warns that failure to enforce the National Action Plan is fueling terrorism, urging unity and firm action.
  • News, Pakistan, Politics, Security, South Asia
Kabul’s Neutrality Questioned as Afghan Officials Show Leniency to Indian Traveller, Tighten Grip on Returnees from Pakistan.

Afghan Checkpoint Video Raises Doubts About Kabul’s Neutrality in Regional Affairs

Viral video showing Afghan officials favouring Indian travellers sparks debate over Taliban’s impartiality and bias.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, India, News, Pakistan, South Asia
India to Upgrade Kabul ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Says Jaishankar

India to Upgrade Kabul ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Says Jaishankar

India to upgrade Kabul mission to an embassy as Taliban FM Muttaqi visits New Delhi for first high-level talks.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, India, News, South Asia
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi Begins First Visit to India as Taliban’s Top Diplomat

Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi Begins First Visit to India as Taliban’s Top Diplomat

Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi begins first visit to India as Taliban’s top diplomat after UN lifts travel ban.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, India, South Asia
US Drops Student Visas to India by 44% as Trust Deficit Deepens Between Washington and New Delhi

US Drops Student Visas to India by 44% as Trust Deficit Deepens Between Washington and New Delhi

The US issued 19.1% fewer student visas in August 2025, with a sharp 44.5% drop for Indian applicants
  • Diplomacy, India, South Asia, World
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UN meeting Pakistan envoy Lebanon crisis Israel strikes condemnation

Israel’s Bombing of Lebanon Violates International Law, Pakistan Takes Firm Stand at UN

Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli strikes on Lebanon at the UN, calling for civilian protection, ceasefire, and humanitarian access.
  • Diplomacy, Middle East, News, World
Keir Starmer Shehbaz Sharif diplomatic call Pakistan UK relations Middle East peace

UK Prime Minister Thanks Pakistan for De-escalation Efforts in Middle East

UK PM Keir Starmer thanks Pakistan for its diplomatic role in reducing Middle East tensions and supporting peace efforts.
  • Diplomacy, Middle East, News, World
Indus River basin water security Pakistan India treaty crisis

Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty Raises Alarms Over Pakistan’s National Security

India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty raises risks for Pakistan’s water, food, energy, and economic security.
  • Editorial, India, News, Pakistan, Water & Resource
Indus Waters Treaty suspension Pakistan water crisis

Indus Water Treaty Suspension Triggers Threats to Pakistan’s National Security and Economic Stability

India’s suspension of the Indus Treaty raises risks to Pakistan’s water security, economy and regional stability, experts warn.
  • India, Pakistan
Indus Waters Treaty water crisis South Asia

One Year Since Indus Water Treaty Halt, India’s Move Violates International Law and Sparks Water Security Concerns

One year after the Indus Treaty halt, India’s move raises legal concerns and threatens Pakistan’s water security and regional stability.
  • India, News, Security
Pakistan diplomatic role

Pakistan Hopeful for Progress in Iran–US Talks, Role Praised Globally, Says PM Shehbaz

PM Shehbaz says Pakistan expects progress in Iran–US talks, highlighting growing global recognition of its diplomatic role.
  • News, Pakistan
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