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Deadly Explosion at TTP Commander’s Residence in Kunar, Afghanistan Kills Five
Questions Raised Over UNAMA Report for Ignoring Militant Safe Havens and Human Shield Allegations in Afghanistan
Security Forces Kill Key Khariji Commander Umar alias Ghazi in Successful Khyber Intelligence-Based Operation
Allegations of Double Standards Against Pakistan Spark Questions Over Taliban’s Own Policies and Militant Safe Havens in Afghanistan
Rana Sanaullah Says Over 7,000 Militants Are Being Trained in Afghanistan to Target Pakistan

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Afghan commerce minister visiting the Pragati Maidan International Exhibition in New Delhi during the official trip.

Delhi’s Warm Welcome Won’t Melt the Cold Realities Facing the Taliban

India’s outreach, Pakistan’s red lines, and Afghanistan’s search for alternatives converge in a tense regional moment shaped by geography and militancy.
  • Afghanistan, Economy, India
Indian Media Airs Fake AI Video of Alleged Delhi Blast Suspect, Experts Warn of Manipulation

Indian Media Airs Fake AI Video of Delhi Blast Suspect, Experts Warn

Indian media airs AI-manipulated video of Delhi blast suspect; forensic experts confirm it’s fake, raising misinformation concerns.
  • India, News, Pakistan, Security
Pakistani Officials Rejects Indian Army Chief’s Claims on Kashmir, Seeks Transparency and Renewed Dialogue

India Army Chief’s Chanakya Dialogue Claims Lack Evidence, Analysts Say

India’s claims of reduced militancy in Kashmir face criticism as Analysts demands transparent evidence and renewed dialogue for regional stability.
  • India, Kashmir, News, Pakistan, Security
Francesca Marino’s Balakot Reporting Rekindles Debate Over Source Credibility

Balakot Story by Francesca Marino Revives Questions on Source Credibility

Marino’s revived Balakot claims face scrutiny as shifting narratives and lack of independent evidence raise questions over source credibility.
  • India
India Issues Advisory to TV Channels Over Coverage of Red Fort Blast

India Issues Advisory to TV Channels Over Coverage of Red Fort Blast

India’s MIB warns TV channels against airing sensitive Red Fort blast content, citing risks of misinformation and national security threats.
  • India, News, Security
Jury, Constitution, and the People: Pakistan under the Shadow of Amendments

Jury, Constitution, and the People: Pakistan under the Shadow of Amendments

The 27th Constitutional Amendment disrupted local governments’ financial autonomy and the five-year electoral cycle, limiting citizens’ ability to influence local issues.
  • Investigatives, Opinion, Pakistan, Politics
Militancy, Misinformation, and the Taliban’s Blame Game Over ISKP

Militancy, Misinformation, and the Taliban’s Blame Game Over ISKP

Taliban spreads false ISKP claims to blame Pakistan, while Islamabad exposes misreported killings and cross-border militancy.
  • Afghanistan, Fact Check, Investigatives, Opinion, Pakistan
DG ISPR Highlights Youth Role Against Social Media Propaganda

DG ISPR Highlights Youth Role Against Social Media Propaganda

DG ISPR urged students at Quaid-i-Azam University to stay aware of social media propaganda, adopt fact-based thinking, and develop critical analytical skills.
  • Education, News, Security
KP CTD Arrests Suicide Bomber and Facilitator in Joint IBO Operation

KP CTD Arrests Suicide Bomber and Facilitator in Joint IBO Operation

KP CTD arrests a suicide bomber and facilitator in a joint IBO, seizing explosives and disrupting a major terror plot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Israeli Airstrike on Palestinian Refugee Camp in Lebanon Kills 13 People

Israeli Airstrike on Palestinian Refugee Camp in Lebanon Kills 13 People

Deadliest strike since Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire a year ago leaves dozens dead and wounded in Sidon.
  • Geopolitics, Middle East, News, World
Iran to Host Mid-December Meeting to Ease Pakistan–Afghanistan Tensions

Iran to Host Mid-December Meeting to Ease Pakistan–Afghanistan Tensions

Tehran’s initiative seeks to bring regional players together to stabilize Afghanistan and reduce strain in Pak-Afghan ties.
  • Afghanistan, Pakistan, Politics
Trump Scores the Biggest Saudi Investment Ever and It’s Just the Beginning

Trump Scores the Biggest Saudi Investment Ever and It’s Just the Beginning

Inside the historic summit that strengthened a nine-decade alliance, promised massive investment, and reshaped U.S. economic and energy policy.
  • News, World
Azizi’s Delhi Trip Tests Kabul’s Balancing Act Between India and Iran

As India Courts Kabul, Taliban Policy Faces its Own Contradictions

As Afghan minister Azizi visits Delhi, Iran prepares regional talks and Kabul faces deep economic pressures, raising questions over shifting alliances and trade routes.
  • Afghanistan, Economy, India, Policy Bits
Pakistan-Afghanistan Trade: Five Years of Strain and Strategic Shifts

Pakistan-Afghanistan Trade: Five Years of Strain and Strategic Shifts

Pak-Afghan border closures cost $300M+ monthly, showing an urgent need for stability in the region.
  • Afghanistan, Economy, Opinion, Pakistan
Full Text of US-Backed Gaza Resolution Approved by UN Security Council

Full Text of US-Backed Gaza Resolution Approved by UN Security Council

UN Resolution 2803 places Donald Trump at the helm of Gaza’s governance and outlines a vague pathway toward potential Palestinian statehood if key benchmarks are met.
  • News, World
AJK Government Reforms: Prime Minister Unveils Historic Governance Overhaul

AJK Government Reforms: Prime Minister Unveils Historic Governance Overhaul

The AJK government reforms focus on cost-cutting, transparency, and merit-based administration, promising to transform governance across Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Kashmir, News
Unlocking $150 Billion Potential Through Strategic Maritime Expansion

Unlocking $150 Billion Potential Through Strategic Maritime Expansion

By harnessing the blue economy, Pakistan can boost trade, secure energy routes, and strengthen its geopolitical influence.
  • Campaigns, Pakistan
Security Forces Eliminate 15 Militants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Operations

Security Forces Eliminate 15 Militants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Operations

Intelligence-based actions in Dera Ismail Khan and North Waziristan mark continued momentum under ‘Azm-e-Istehkam’
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Iran Ends Visa-Free Entry for Indian Citizens

Iran Ends Visa-Free Entry for Indian Citizens

Effective November 22, Indian nationals must obtain visas to enter or transit through Iran following reports of fraud and kidnappings
  • India, Iran, News
Pakistan–Afghanistan Trade Suffers 54% Decline as Border Restrictions Tighten

Pakistan–Afghanistan Trade Suffers 54% Decline as Border Restrictions Tighten

Commerce Ministry confirms sharp fall in exports as Afghan-imposed trade curbs hit livelihoods on both sides of the border.
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade, News, Pakistan
Afghanistan: The Question of Pakistan's Complaints

Afghanistan:The Question of Pakistan’s Complaints

Pakistan rejects Taliban claims that militancy is only a concern for Islamabad, highlighting TTP violence and human rights abuses.
  • Afghanistan, Editor's Choice, Security
Pakistan’s Religious Diplomacy in Afghanistan: Losing Ground and What Must Change

Pakistan’s Religious Diplomacy in Afghanistan: Losing Ground and What Must Change

Pakistan’s religious diplomacy in Afghanistan falters as Taliban nationalism limits influence.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Opinion, Pakistan
What’s the shadowy organisation taking Gaza Palestinians to South Africa?

What’s the Shadowy Organisation Taking Gaza Palestinians to South Africa?

Mysterious Al-Majd Europe group flew 153 Gazans to South Africa via Israel & Kenya, raising fears of coercion, profiteering, and ethnic cleansing.
  • Editor's Choice, Middle East, Politics
Pakistan Defeat India A by 7 Wickets in Rising Star Asia Cup Clash

Pakistan Defeat India A by 7 Wickets in Rising Star Asia Cup Clash

Pakistan A lit up Doha with a thrilling all-round show, crushing India A’s 136 with style. The win felt even sweeter after the fiery toss drama sparked extra excitement.
  • News, Pakistan, Sports
Pakistan Will Respond Decisively if War Is Imposed, Says Field Marshal Asim Munir

Pakistan Will Respond Decisively if War Is Imposed, Says Field Marshal Asim Munir

Army chief delivers strong message during luncheon hosted for Jordan’s King Abdullah II at Aiwan-e-Sadr
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina Wajed to Death for Crimes Against Humanity

Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina Wajed to Death for Crimes Against Humanity

International tribunal rules against 78-year-old ex-leader in absentia, sparking nationwide debate and heightened security in Dhaka.
  • News, Politics, South Asia
Pakistani Rapper Talha Anjum Sparks Controversy by Waving Indian Flag in Nepal Concert

Pakistani Rapper Talha Anjum Sparks Controversy by Waving Indian Flag in Nepal Concert

Music Beyond Borders? Talha Anjum’s Gesture Divides Fans and Ignites Social Media Debate
  • Entertainment, News, Trending
Ariana Afghan Airlines Slashes Cargo Tariffs, But Sustainability Questions Loom

Ariana Afghan Airlines Slashes Cargo Tariffs, But Sustainability Questions Loom

Afghanistan’s flagship carrier reduces rates by 120% to boost India trade amid Pakistan border closure, raising doubts over long-term viability
  • Afghanistan, Economy, India, News
Iran positions itself as a key mediator amid rising friction between Kabul and Islamabad

Iran Positions Itself as a Key Mediator Amid Rising Friction Between Kabul and Islamabad

In discussions with Afghanistan’s FM Amir Khan Muttaqi, he reportedly urged Kabul to cooperate with mediation, highlighting Iran’s role in promoting regional dialogue and de-escalation
  • Afghanistan, Campaigns, Diplomacy, Iran, News
Jaffar Express Escapes IED Attack in Nasirabad

Jaffar Express Escapes IED Attack in Nasirabad

Passenger train narrowly avoids disaster as militants target rail infrastructure in Balochistan
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Torkham Border Closure Hits 36 Days, Sparking Widespread Protests in Landi Kotal

Torkham Border Closure Hits 36 Days, Sparking Widespread Protests in Landi Kotal

Protests erupt in Landi Kotal as the Pak-Afghan Torkham border remains closed for 36 days, devastating local trade and transport.
  • Afghanistan, Economy, News, Pakistan
Jordanian King’s Visit to Pakistan Strengthens Bilateral Ties and Regional Coordination

Jordanian King’s Visit to Pakistan Strengthens Bilateral Ties and Regional Coordination

King Abdullah II’s two-day state visit highlights shared positions on Palestine and expanded cooperation with Islamabad
  • Middle East, News, Pakistan, Politics
Operation launched against Afghan refugees in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Operation launched Against Afghan Refugees in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

FIA, FC, and Police launch operation in KP, arresting 5 Afghan citizens attempting to use fake Pakistani IDs for Saudi work visas.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
Russia Steps in to Mediate Between Pakistan and Afghanistan After Peace Talks Collapse

Russia Steps in to Mediate Between Pakistan and Afghanistan After Peace Talks Collapse

Russia offers to mediate Pakistan-Afghanistan border dispute after direct talks collapse, warning of regional security threats.
  • Afghanistan, Campaigns, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
US Designates European Anti-Fascist Groups as Terror Threats

US Designates European Anti-Fascist Groups as Terror Threats

US designates four European anti-fascist groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, sparking debate over political freedom and terror laws.
  • News, Security
Borderlines of Fire: Afghanistan’s Explosive Claims Push Pakistan into Diplomatic Crosshairs

Borderlines of Fire: Afghanistan’s Explosive Claims Push Pakistan into Diplomatic Crosshairs

Afghanistan escalates tensions with Pakistan, claiming historic rights over KP and Margalla, risking a major regional crisis.
  • Afghanistan, Opinion, Pakistan, Security
Modi Sarkar Bought Votes with Money in Bihar Elections

Modi Sarkar Bought Votes with Money in Bihar Elections

Allegations mount over misuse of World Bank funds and cash transfers to women ahead of polls
  • India, News, Politics
Tehran Water Crisis: President Warns Citizens to Prepare for Possible Evacuation

Tehran Water Crisis: President Warns Citizens to Prepare for Possible Evacuation

Iran faces its worst water crisis as Tehran's reserves are halved, and the President warns citizens to prepare for city evacuation.
  • Iran, News, Water & Resource
The Al Jazeera Media Network logo is seen on its headquarters building in Doha, Qatar [IC: Showkat Shafi/Al Jazeera]

Battle of Narratives: Understanding Pakistan’s Story in Regional Media

Pakistan’s story in regional media highlights evolving Gulf dynamics, Afghan framing, and narrative influence.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan
Volunteers of India's Hindu nationalist body RSS take part in a drill in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad on January 3, 2015.

RSS Lobbying in Washington Sparks Scrutiny Over Transparency and Foreign Influence

A new investigation reveals that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s covert RSS lobbying push in the US Congress bypassed key transparency laws, raising serious questions about foreign influence.
  • India, News, Politics
Indian security forces arrive near the site of an explosion in a police station in Srinagar, Indian-Illegally administered Kashmir, on Saturday

Two Blasts, One Failure: India’s Security Narrative Falls Apart from Delhi to Srinagar

Despite New Delhi’s claims of “zero militancy,” the Delhi car bombing and the Srinagar police station blast expose deep institutional negligence, weak intelligence coordination, and a widening strategic gap inside India’s own security architecture
  • India, Kashmir, Security
Pakistan Arrests Afghan-Linked Taliban Cell After Deadly Islamabad Bombing

Pakistan Arrests Afghan-Linked Taliban Cell After Deadly Islamabad Bombing

Four men were taken into custody over the November 11 attack outside a district court, amid rising tensions between Islamabad and Kabul.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Tajikistan’s flag with red, white, green stripes and a gold crown, and the white Taliban flag with black Arabic script.

High-Level Tajikistan Delegation Arrives in Kabul

Officials from Tajikistan’s foreign ministry and security institutions meet Afghan counterparts to strengthen political, economic, and security ties
  • Afghanistan, Central Asia, News
A view of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly

KP Cabinet Abolishes Civil Power Law Citing Human Rights Violations

In its first meeting on November 14, 2025, in Peshawar, CM Sohail Afridi’s cabinet approves repeal of the 2011 Regulation, aligning with a unanimous KP Assembly resolution.
  • News, Pakistan, Politics
Mirziyoyev Pushes Afghan Integration and Calls for Trans-Afghan Railway Amid Jawzjan Language Row.

Mirziyoyev Pushes Afghan Integration and Calls for Trans-Afghan Railway Amid Jawzjan Language Row.

Addressing leaders in Tashkent, President Mirziyoyev urged deeper regional engagement with Kabul even as the Taliban dropped Uzbek from Jawzjan University, triggering fresh ethnic tension.
  • Afghanistan, Central Asia, News, Pakistan
Kabul’s Costly Gamble: Afghanistan Pushes Traders Away From Pakistan, But Risks Backfiring Economically

Kabul’s Costly Gamble: Afghanistan Pushes Traders Away From Pakistan, But Risks Backfiring Economically

Baradar’s 3-month deadline to cut Pakistan-based trade sparks fears of rising inflation, supply disruptions, and an imminent economic fallout inside Afghanistan.
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade, Opinion
Türkiye Rejects Indian Media Allegations Linking Ankara to Delhi Blast

Türkiye Rejects Indian Media Allegations Linking Ankara to Delhi Blast

Türkiye rejects Indian media’s terror claims as part of a wider disinformation campaign against Pakistan.
  • Diplomacy, India, Kashmir, Pakistan, World
Has the Taliban Turned Afghan Soil Into a Weapon Against Pakistan Only to Trigger an Economic Collapse at Home?

Has the Taliban Turned Afghan Soil Into a Weapon Against Pakistan Only to Trigger an Economic Collapse at Home?

This analysis examines how the Taliban’s continued tolerance of TTP sanctuaries and cross-border militancy has transformed Afghan soil into a strategic pressure tool against Pakistan
  • Afghanistan, Pakistan, Security
Washington Sanctions Indian Firm for Aiding Iran’s Missile Programme

Washington Sanctions Indian Firm for Aiding Iran’s Missile Programme

US sanctions an Indian firm for aiding Iran’s missile program, raising questions over India’s proliferation record and global credibility.
  • Diplomacy, India, Iran, Pakistan, World
Tajikistan Defence Chief Visits Pakistan to Deepen Military Ties

Tajikistan Defence Chief Visits Pakistan to Deepen Military Ties

Colonel General Sobirzoda of Tajikistan meets Field Marshal Asim Munir at GHQ, pledging enhanced collaboration in training and counterterrorism.
  • Central Asia, Pakistan, Security
Wealthy Foreigners Paid £80k to kill Civilians in Sarajevo War Safari

Wealthy Foreigners Paid £80k to kill Civilians in Sarajevo War Safari

Italian authorities investigate claims that weekend snipers targeted Bosnian civilians during the 1990s siege.
  • World
CTD Neutralizes Two Terrorists in High-Stakes Mardan Operation

CTD Neutralizes Two Terrorists in High-Stakes Mardan Operation

Counter-Terrorism Department conducts intelligence-based raid, eliminating key militants linked to multiple attacks.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Is Afghanistan’s decision to end its trade reliance on Pakistan a strategic gamble it can afford?

Is Afghanistan’s Decision To End its Trade Reliance on Pakistan a Strategic Gamble it Can Afford?

Kabul’s decision to sever trade ties with Pakistan highlights geopolitical tensions, economic vulnerabilities, and the challenge of finding alternative routes through Iran and Central Asia.
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade, News, Pakistan
Is Kabul Sacrificing Its Own Economy for Politics?

Is Kabul Sacrificing Its Own Economy for Politics?

Amid a month-long border closure and stranded cargo worth millions, Afghanistan’s decision to suspend trade with Pakistan raises fears of an “economic massacre” among local traders and industry leaders.
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade
Taliban’s Najeeb Admits Talks with Pakistan Failed as Taliban Refuse Action Against TTP and BLA

Taliban’s Najeeb Admits Talks Failed as Kabul Refuses Action on TTP, BLA

Taliban’s Najib admits talks with Pakistan failed as Kabul refuses to act against TTP, exposing policy hypocrisy.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu is on a three-day visit to India to bolster economic ties with the country [IC: Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters]

Canada Moves to Restore Trade Ties with India Despite Diplomatic Strains

Canada seeks to rebuild trade ties with India amid lingering tensions over Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing.
  • Economy, India, News, World
What if … the United Nations was disbanded next Friday?

What if … The United Nations was Disbanded Next Friday?

Experts from Oxford, ICC, and WHO break down the catastrophic impact on refugees, international law, peacekeeping, global health, and climate goals.
  • Editor's Choice, Human Rights, World
Blasts and Broken Talks: Afghanistan, India, and the Fragile Peace of South Asia

Blasts and Broken Talks: Afghanistan, India, and the Fragile Peace of South Asia

Blasts in Delhi and Islamabad expose South Asia's fragile security, highlighting Afghanistan and India's dual game of proxy warfare against Pakistan, risking regional conflict.
  • Afghanistan, India, Opinion, Security
Several Detained in Illegally Occupied Kashmir After Deadly Delhi Car Explosion

Several Detained in Illegally Occupied Kashmir After Deadly Delhi Car Explosion

Police launch overnight raids in Pulwama; suspected militant cell dismantled as investigators probe Red Fort blast
  • India, Kashmir, News
Afghanistan Should Seek Alternative Trade Routes Instead of Relying on Pakistan: Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar

Afghanistan Should Seek Alternative Trade Routes Instead of Relying on Pakistan: Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar

Afghan Deputy PM urges traders to explore new trade corridors through Central Asia, Iran, and Turkey amid rising tensions with Islamabad
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade, Live, News
Islamabad Suicide Attack: Failed Negotiations, Hidden War, and Rising Terror Threats

Islamabad Suicide Attack: Failed Negotiations, Hidden War, and Rising Terror Threats

After three years, Pakistan’s capital faces a deadly blow as militants strike amid stalled talks with Afghanistan.
  • Pakistan, Policy Bits, Security
Bodies of Victims of Islamabad Court Blast Released to Families as Dozens Remain Injured

Bodies of Victims of Islamabad Court Blast Released to Families as Dozens Remain Injured

Bodies Released to Families as Security Tightens Across Capital
  • Live, Pakistan, Security
Afghanistan Faces Humanitarian and Economic Collapse as 9 in 10 Families Struggle to Eat, Report Says

Afghanistan Faces Humanitarian and Economic Collapse as 9 in 10 Families Struggle to Eat, Report Says

A United Nations Development Programme survey reveals that over 4.5 million returnees, natural disasters, and a disabled female workforce are plunging Afghan households into debt and hunger.
  • Afghanistan, Human Rights
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Warns Afghanistan of Severe Consequences Amid Rising Tensions

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Warns Afghanistan of Severe Consequences Amid Rising Tensions

Islamabad and Wana Attacks Mark Escalation in Cross-Border Terrorism; Asif Says “Pakistan is in a State of War”
  • Live, News, Pakistan, Security
Twenty killed in Turkish military plane crash in Georgia after leaving Azerbaijan

Twenty killed in Turkish Military Plane Crash in Georgia After Leaving Azerbaijan

At least 20 personnel were on board as a Turkish military aircraft spiraled and crashed into Georgia
  • Security
Canada's G7 summit to tackle peace in Ukraine and the Middle East

Canada’s G7 Summit to Tackle Peace in Ukraine and The Middle East

Foreign ministers coordinate aid, stability measures, and development funding ahead of the 2025 Kananaskis summit.
  • Diplomacy, Geopolitics, News
Global Outcry as Islamabad and Wana Attacks Spark Condemnations

Global Outcry as Islamabad and Wana Attacks Spark Condemnations

From the EU to China, nations unite in condemning the suicide attack near the Islamabad court and the assault on Wana Cadet College, mourning dozens of lives lost.
  • Live, News, Pakistan, World
Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry Condemns Islamabad Court Blast and Wana Cadet College Attack

Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry Condemns Islamabad Court Blast and Wana Cadet College Attack

Talibanled Afghan diplomatic office expresses sorrow over twin incidents in Pakistan, calls for urgent regional cooperation against terrorism.
  • Afghanistan, Live, News, Pakistan, Security
Jamaat-ul-Ahrar Claims Responsibility for Islamabad Suicide Attack

Jamaat-ul-Ahrar Claims Responsibility for Islamabad Suicide Attack

Suicide attack at Islamabad’s District Judicial Complex targets judiciary and court staff
  • Live, News, Pakistan, Security
Security Forces Continue Operation Against Militants after Wana Cadet College Attack

Security Forces Continue Operation Against Militants after Wana Cadet College Attack

Over 650 people were present during the attack; 115 have been rescued so far as Pakistani forces contain the remaining militants.
  • Live, News, Pakistan, Security
China Achieves Major Breakthrough in Safe Nuclear Energy with Thorium Reactor

China Achieves Major Breakthrough in Safe Nuclear Energy with Thorium Reactor

Chinese scientists successfully ran a two-megawatt liquid-fuel thorium salt reactor, surpassing decades of U.S. research in nuclear energy.
  • China, News, Pakistan, Science & Tech
Blast Outside District and Sessions Court in Islamabad’s Sector G-11 Leaves 12 Dead and 27 injured

Blast Outside District and Sessions Court in Islamabad’s Sector G-11 Leaves 12 Dead and 27 injured

A powerful explosion near Islamabad’s District and Sessions Court in Sector G-11 killed 12 people and injured several others, some critically.
  • Live, News, Pakistan, Security
Kushner Meets Netanyahu Amid Gaza Ceasefire Progress

Kushner Meets Netanyahu Amid Gaza Ceasefire Progress

Trump-era peace architect engages Israeli leadership as regional powers mediate post-war stability.
  • Middle East, News, World
Indian Media Leverages Russian Embassy Post to Push Unverified ISI Network Claims

Indian Media Uses Russian Embassy Post to Push Unverified ISI Claims

Economic Times report alleges ISI spy network in Russia, reflecting a pattern of Indian disinformation targeting Pakistan.
  • Fact Check, India, Pakistan, World
Frontier Post Faces Criticism After Russian Embassy’s Claims; Questions Raised Over Editorial Neutrality

Frontier Post Faces Criticism After Russian Embassy’s Claims; Questions Raised Over Editorial Neutrality

The controversy sparks debate on Russia-Pakistan relations and highlights challenges of media independence and impartial reporting in the region.
  • Fact Check, News
Blast Near Red Fort in New Delhi Leaves Multiple Dead Amid Heightened Communal Tensions; Propaganda Narratives Surge Online

Deadly Blast Near Red Fort Fuels Communal Tensions and Online Propaganda

Blast near Red Fort kills 8 in Delhi; communal tensions rise as BJP accused of exploiting incident for political gain.
  • Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan Foils Suicide Attack at Wana Cadet College

Pakistan Foils Suicide Attack at Wana Cadet College

Security forces kill 2 militants and trap 3 in administrative block after attempted suicide car bombing
  • News, Pakistan
Gunfire at Pakistani Cricketer Naseem Shah’s Residence in Dera Ismail Khan

Shots Fired at Naseem Shah’s Residence Amid Cross-Border Infiltration Concerns

Unknown assailants opened fire at the home of national fast bowler Naseem Shah in Dera Ismail Khan, causing damage to the main gate, windows, and vehicle.
  • News, Pakistan, Security, Sports
Muttaqi Blames Pakistan for Talks Failure; Analysts Cite Logic Over Rhetoric

Muttaqi Blames Pakistan for Talks Failure; Analysts Cite Logic Over Rhetoric

Muttaqi blames Pakistan for talks failure; Islamabad cites repatriation costs, security threats, and militant safe havens.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
Former Afghan Defence Minister Mohammad Rafi during an official military event, pictured in uniform

Former Afghan Defence Minister Mohammad Rafi Passes Away in Germany at 72

Mohammad Rafi, a former Afghan general and defence minister, who played a crucial role in the 1978 political changes and later served under multiple Afghan regimes, passed away in Germany after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a legacy intertwined with Afghanistan’s turbulent modern history.
  • Afghanistan, News, World
Grand Jirga in Landi Kotal Urges Immediate Reopening of Torkham Border for Trade and Travel

Grand Jirga in Landi Kotal Urges Immediate Reopening of Torkham Border for Trade and Travel

Political leaders, tribal elders, traders, and transporters call on Pakistan and Afghanistan authorities to end the month-long closure of the Torkham crossing, citing severe economic hardship.
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade, News
Case Filed Against KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi Over Alleged Defamatory Social Media Remarks

Case Filed Against KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi Over Alleged Defamatory Social Media Remarks

KP CM Sohail Afridi booked under PECA for alleged anti-state remarks outside Adiala Jail.
  • News, Pakistan, Politics
Afghan Women’s Rights Activists Burn Burqas in Herat to Protest Taliban’s Mandatory Veil Order

Afghan Women’s Rights Activists Burn Burqas in Herat to Protest Taliban’s Mandatory Veil Order

In a rare act of defiance, Afghan women torch burqas to challenge the Taliban’s new decree enforcing the full-body veil, calling it a direct attack on women’s dignity, freedom, and human rights.
  • Afghanistan, Human Rights
Torkham Border Deadlock Deepens as Istanbul Talks Collapse

Torkham Border Deadlock Deepens as Istanbul Talks Collapse

Trade halted, protests erupt as Pakistan–Afghanistan tensions escalate
  • Afghanistan, Illicit Trade, News
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif (centre right) and Afghan Taliban Defence Minister Muhammad Yaqub Mujahid (centre left) shake hands after signing a ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Sunday, October 19 in Doha, Qatar. [IC: X/@MofaQatar_EN]

Taliban Used Talks to Delay Action on Militants, Says Pakistan’s FO

Islamabad says Taliban-linked groups, aided by external actors, are attempting to inflame Pashtun nationalism in Pakistan.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
Pakistan’s DPM/FM Ishaq Dar and IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja at the event announcing Pakistan’s first Chromebook assembly line in partnership.

Google to Manufacture 600,000 Chromebooks Annually in Pakistan

Google will produce 600,000 Chromebooks yearly in Pakistan, boosting local tech jobs, hardware manufacturing, and digital growth.
  • Education, News, Pakistan, World
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi in a phone call with Afghanistan’s FM Mullah Amir Khan Muttaqi discussing Pakistan-Afghanistan talks and regional mediation efforts.

Iran Steps In as Mediator Amid Stalled Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks

Iranian Diplomacy Aims to Restore Dialogue Between Islamabad and Kabul, Reinforcing Regional Stability Amid Rising Tensions
  • Diplomacy, Iran, News
Pakistan's Abbas Afridi in action- Source CricketWorld

Pakistan Clinches Hong Kong Super Sixes Tournament Title

Defeat Kuwait by 43 Runs in Thrilling Final
  • News, Pakistan, Sports
Los Angeles international airport

US Airlines Cancel Over 2,500 Flights Amid Federal Shutdown

Staffing Shortages and FAA Cuts Trigger Major Travel Disruptions
  • News, World
Illustration depicting China and Russia together, symbolizing geopolitical or economic cooperation.

China Suspends Export Ban on Key ‘Dual-Use’ Materials to U.S. Until 2026

Move Eases Tensions Between Beijing and Washington Amid Strategic Tech Disputes
  • China, Economy, News
Pakistan, Türkiye, and Azerbaijan reaffirmed their resolve on Monday to deepen parliamentary cooperation, strengthen defence collaboration, and jointly pursue peace and prosperity across the region.

Azerbaijan Celebrates Victory Day with Trilateral Solidarity

Azerbaijan marks its 5th Victory Day with a grand parade in Baku as leaders from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Pakistan reaffirm regional friendship, cooperation, and peace.
  • Diplomacy, News, World
Iqbal aur Khudi: The Philosophical Blueprint for The Fire Within

Iqbal aur Khudi: The Philosophical Blueprint for The Fire Within

Commemorating Iqbal Day 2025, the philosophy of Khudi urges self-realization, inner strength, and spiritual awakening to ignite the divine spark within humanity.
  • History, Pakistan
Taliban fighters guard an aid site and give instructions to survivors of the earthquake, in the Gayan district of Afghanistan, June 24, 2022. [IC: Kiana Hayeri/The New York Times]

Pakistan Rejects Taliban Claims on Migrants, Calls for Action Against TTP and BLA

Pakistan Rejects Taliban Migrant Claims, Demands Action on TTP and BLA
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
Taliban militants in the northern Kunduz Province, 2010. [IC: REUTERS]

Taliban Claims TTP Issue is Pakistan’s Internal Matter, Contradicted by Evidence from Afghan Territory

Taliban Statement on TTP Challenged by Evidence From Afghan Territory
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan disputes Taliban narrative as TTP attacks escalate from Afghan sanctuaries post-2021.

TTP Attacks Escalate Post-Taliban Takeover, Pakistan Rejects Afghan Claims

TTP attacks surge in Pakistan post-2021 Taliban takeover; Afghan-based camps fuel cross-border terrorism.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry addresses gathering of students and teacher in Islamabad, May 17, 2025. [IC: Screengrab via video/ISPR]

Afghan Taliban Accused of Misleading Narrative on Pakistan, Critics Reject Anti-Afghan Claims

Afghan Taliban Accused of Misleading Pakistan Narrative, Critics Push Back
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
A lady doctor examining Afghan women. [IC: SSAR]

Taliban’s Mujahid Urges Pakistan to Uphold Humanitarian Duties, Faces Criticism

Taliban urges Pakistan to aid Afghan migrants, overlooking Pakistan’s support for millions over more than two decades, says observer.
  • Afghanistan, Human Rights, News, Pakistan
Ms Bhutto at the Rawalpindi rally, minutes before she was assassinated. [IC: John Moore]

TTP Commander Linked to Benazir Bhutto Assassination Seen Living Freely in Afghanistan, Raising Questions Over Taliban–Militant Nexus

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Army soldiers stand guard during a temporary closure of the Friendship Gate crossing point at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border town of Chaman, Pakistan September 2, 2021. [IC: Reuters]

Pakistan Seeks Written Guarantees, Rejects Mujahid’s Claim on ‘Cross-Border Security’

Pakistan Demands Written Guarantees, Refutes Mujahid’s Cross-Border Security Statement
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Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid during a press conference in Kabul, Afghanistan, on September 21, 2021. [Courtesy: AP].

Zabihullah Mujahid Defends Kabul’s Stance After Istanbul Breakdown

After the Istanbul talks failed, Zabihullah Mujahid defended Kabul’s stance, rejecting Pakistan’s demands on TTP as Islamabad pressed for accountability.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
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