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Afghanistan’s Opium Ban Triggers Meth Surge, UN Reports
UNODC report says Taliban’s poppy ban drastically reduced opium output but triggered a surge in methamphetamine production
Dar, Wang Yi Pledge Deeper Cooperation in the 6th Round of Pak-China Strategic Dialogue
Dar and Wang Yi reaffirm CPEC 2.0, regional peace, and multilateral ties during the 6th Pak-China Strategic Dialogue.
Military, NDMA Push Relief Efforts as Monsoon Floods Devastate Pakistan
DG ISPR reported 6,903 rescues and over 6,000 medical cases treated as Army, NDMA and govt step up flood relief efforts.
World Famous Anime Demon Slayer Hits Pakistani Theatres for the First Time
Demon Slayer, the world-famous Japanese anime, debuts in Pakistani cinemas with its latest movie release.
Balochistan CM Says Major Independence Day Terror Plot Foiled
Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti says security forces foiled a major Independence Day terror plot, arresting BUITEMS lecturer, Dr Usman.
Taliban mark four years in power with vows to govern under Sharia, foil Daesh plot in Parwan, and face mounting global isolation. [IC: The Washington Post].
Taliban say they foiled a Daesh plot in Parwan as they mark four years in power, amid global isolation, TTP tensions, and new cabinet orders.
On August 13, Pakistan’s Prime Minister announced the creation of the Army Rocket Force Command, marking a strategic military milestone.
On August 13, Pakistan’s Prime Minister announced the creation of the Army Rocket Force Command, marking a strategic military milestone.
Haibatullah Orders Dropping ‘Interim’ Tag as Taliban Marks Fourth Year in Power
On Aug 15, 2025, Taliban chief Haibatullah Akhundzada ordered dropping ‘interim’ from Afghan cabinet titles, signaling a governance shift in year four.
Pakistan, China, Afghanistan to Hold Trilateral Talks in Kabul on 20 August
Foreign ministers of Pakistan, China and Afghanistan to meet in Kabul for talks on counterterrorism and CPEC expansion.
India-China Relations: Tariff Blow and Trade Revival Power Move
India to resume China flights, ease visas, and boost trade as Modi pivots toward BRICS after steep US tariff hike.
China’s Afghanistan policy faces a crisis; Taliban security failures threaten BRI and demand immediate, strong economic enforcement.
UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan to review political, humanitarian and security issues, including Sinirlioglu’s latest report.
Indonesia President visit to Pakistan on Dec 8–9 to mark 75 years of ties, with talks on trade, defence, investment and new cooperation MoUs.
Pakistan rejects Indian minister’s remarks as inflammatory, calling them baseless propaganda and defending the professionalism of its armed forces.
US cash sent through Afghanistan International Bank aimed at stabilizing Afghanistan instead fueled waste, corruption and Taliban abuses.
Motorway police issues travel advisory as dense fog shuts major routes, urging commuters to avoid night travel and follow strict safety measures.
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