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China and Tajikistan Move to Deepen Trade, Investment and Green Economy Cooperation
Afghanistan Signs $46 Million Deal to Upgrade Laboratory Standards and Border Quality Control
Government Approves Sitara-e-Shujaat for Kohat’s Hero Liaqat Shaheed in Recognition of Exceptional Bravery
Minorities Insecure in Afghanistan as Shiite Cleric Allegedly Detained and Beaten by Taliban Over “Nikah-e-Mutah”
Korean KOEN Delegation Meets KP Governor in Islamabad, Discusses Hydropower Investments and Regulatory Delays

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Group of Taliban officials walking in a large, well-lit conference hall, dressed in traditional Afghan attire with turbans and long robes, with media personnel and equipment visible in the background.

Broken Promises, Renewed Threats: Time to Hold TTA Accountable

Afghan Taliban Breach Commitments on Inclusive Governance and Cross-Border Terrorism Despite Diplomatic Legitimacy and Financial Aid
  • Afghanistan, Editor's Choice, Security
Indian media fueling regional instability with provocative remarks of Afghan Taliban

Indian Media Fuel Afghan Rhetoric Against Pakistan, Analysts Warn of Regional Instability

Analysts Warn Indian Media Is Fanning Afghan Claims Against Pakistan
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Pakistan
Alt: Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid details media about Afghan Taliban regime policy.

Islamabad Presses Kabul for Verifiable Action Against TTP as Istanbul Talks Hit Deadlock

Islamabad Demands Verifiable Action on TTP as Istanbul Talks Stall
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Pakistan
A gavel placed on top of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, next to a graphic reading 'Amendments to the Constitution of Pakistan,' symbolizing legal changes and constitutional amendments in the country

Pakistan to Bring 27th Amendment to Redefine Military Command Structure

Government eyes sweeping constitutional changes as civilian military power balance faces a major shift
  • News, Pakistan, Politics
Map Showing Pak-Afghan Border Clashes-Source The Economist

What You Need to Know About the Pakistan-Afghanistan Istanbul Talks Deadlock

Negotiations mediated by Türkiye and Qatar collapse over security, counterterrorism, and border issues, as Kabul rejects verifiable steps and Pakistan’s demands.
  • Pakistan, Security
Illustration of Pakistan-Afghanistan clash with national flags, highlighting tensions linked to TTP activities

Deadlock in Istanbul Talks as Pakistan’s Security Demands Clash with Taliban’s Ambiguity

Amid Afghan TTP safe-haven controversies, Islamabad asserts non-negotiable security imperatives while negotiations stall
  • Pakistan, Security
Source - Geo News

Khawaja Asif Confirms Deadlock in Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks

Defense Minister stresses written commitments from Afghan side essential, thanks Turkey and Qatar for mediation
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Flag of Pakistan and Afghan Taliban Regime

Third Round of Pakistan-Afghan Talks in Istanbul Ends Without Result, Pakistani Delegation Returns Home

Third Round of Pakistan-Afghan Talks in Istanbul Ends Unresolved
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, Pakistan
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Afghan Media Claims Unfounded, Pakistan Upholds “Zero Tolerance” on Cross-Border Terrorism

  • Fact Check, News, Pakistan
Taliban chief spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid speaks during an event in Kabul, Afghanistan, Nov. 25, 2021. [IC: AFP]

Pakistan Flags Afghan-Linked Disinformation Campaign Amid Istanbul Talks

Pakistan flags Afghan-linked AI disinformation campaign during Istanbul talks, targeting state institutions and public sentiment.
  • Afghanistan, Fact Check, News, Pakistan
Bannu operation leaves one policeman martyred and 14 injured. [IC: Express]

AFGHANISTAN PROVIDING SAFE HAVENS TO ANTI PAKISTAN PROXIES

Bannu gun battle during search operation results in casualties, amid Pakistan’s claims of militants operating from Afghanistan.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
The file photos of Pakistan’s DG ISI Lt. Gen. Asim Malik and Taliban GDI head Abdul Haq Wasiq.

Pakistan Presses Taliban Over TTP Safe Havens During Istanbul Talks; Sources

Pakistan and Taliban hold Istanbul talks under Turkish mediation amid rising TTP militancy and unfulfilled security commitments.
  • Afghanistan, India, Middle East, News, Pakistan, Security
A close-up of a person using a smartphone, overlaid with digital words like “disinformation,” “Fake news,” “propaganda,” “manipulation,” and “conspiracy theories,” symbolizing the spread of false information and media manipulation.

Nationwide Outrage as KP CM Sohail Afridi Accused of Insulting Martyrs and Armed Forces

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi sparks massive backlash after claiming security forces desecrated mosques during counter-terrorism operations. Critics call the statement baseless, inflammatory, and dangerous.
  • Fact Check, News, Pakistan, Politics
Blast at Jakarta School Mosque Injures 54 During Friday Prayers

Blast at Jakarta School Mosque Injures 54 During Friday Prayers

An explosion at a mosque inside a highschool campus in North Jakarta prompts a terror probe as a rout of worshippers ensues.
  • News, Security, South Asia
Border Tensions at Chaman Rise Amid Ongoing Istanbul Talks

Border Tensions at Chaman Rise Amid Ongoing Istanbul Talks

Pak-Afghan skirmishes at Chaman and Spin Boldak temporarily disrupt border, but diplomatic talks continue under international supervision
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Afghanistan – A Global Narcotics Hub and a New Regional Threat

Afghanistan – A Global Narcotics Hub and a New Regional Threat

Despite the Taliban’s opium ban, Afghanistan remains a major opium producer and is rapidly emerging as a center for synthetic drug production, posing regional and global security challenges.
  • Afghanistan, Opinion, Security
Kazakhstan is set to be the first nation to join the Abraham Accords since the start of the Gaza war.

Kazakhstan is Set To Be The First Nation to Join The Abraham Accords Since the Start of The Gaza War

Central Asian nation’s accession seen as symbolic boost for U.S.-brokered framework after Gaza war
  • Diplomacy, Middle East, News
Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh (R) with Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz. [IC: X@SpokespersonMoD]

India–Israel Sign Defence Pact, Signalling Regional Power Shift as Kabul Warms to New Delhi

India–Israel defence pact deepens unified defence policy as Kabul tilts toward New Delhi, reshaping regional dynamics around Pakistan.
  • Afghanistan, India, Middle East, News, Pakistan, Security, South Asia
Afghanistan’s Opium Ban Triggers Meth Surge, UN Reports

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
  • Afghanistan, News, Top Stories
Afghan Intelligence Reportedly Resettling TTP Militants Under Administrative Cover

Afghan Intelligence Reportedly Resettling TTP Militants Under Administrative Cover

Sources reveal Afghanistan’s General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) relocating banned TTP fighters into local Afghan communities following Istanbul talks
  • Afghanistan, News, Security
Successful CTD Operation Eliminates Terrorist Commander

Successful CTD Operation Eliminates Terrorist Commander

A joint operation by CTD, local police, and law enforcement in Karak killed Nusrat Hakim, a key commander of Fitna-ul-Khawarij
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Remembering 6 November When Violence Tore Families Apart in Jammu

Remembering 6 November When Violence Tore Families Apart in Jammu

Thousands were slaughtered and half a million displaced in what survivors call a “state-backed genocide”, a tragedy erased from South Asia’s memory.
  • Human Rights, Kashmir
The New Power Equation: "Joint Deterrence" and the Pakistan-Saudi Pact

Evil Nexus Between Israel – India – Afghan Taliban Regime

India–Israel Defence Pact Signals Regional Shift as Kabul Engages New Delhi
  • Middle East, Pakistan, Security, South Asia
Pakistan, Afghan Taliban set to hold next round of talks in Istanbul today

Pakistan, Afghan Taliban set to hold next round of talks in Istanbul today

After last month’s deadly clashes along the Pak-Afghan border, both sides reconvene in Istanbul under Turkish mediation to address cross-border terrorism and ceasefire monitoring mechanisms.
  • News, Security, South Asia
Charsadda Assasination of JUI Leader Becomes New Front in Taliban-TTP Information War

Charsadda Assasination of JUI Leader Becomes New Front in Taliban-TTP Information War

JUI leader Abdul Salam’s killing followed Taliban-linked propaganda blaming Pakistan; officials call narrative destabilizing.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
South Sudan Faces Worsening Hunger Crisis as Conflict Deepens, Millions at Risk of Malnutrition

South Sudan Faces Worsening Hunger Crisis as Conflict Deepens, Millions at Risk of Malnutrition

UN-backed food security monitor warns over 7.5 million South Sudanese could face severe hunger by mid-2026 amid renewed conflict, funding cuts, and flooding.
  • Human Rights
Next Round of Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks to Begin Tomorrow in Istanbul

Next Round of Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks to Begin Tomorrow in Istanbul

According to diplomatic sources, the Istanbul talks will be hosted by Türkiye’s intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin and will focus on border tensions, counterterrorism, and confidence-building measures between the two neighbors.
  • News, Security, South Asia
Digital illustration with the words 'FAKE NEWS' in bold white letters, over a background of blue numbers and code, distorted with glitch effects in red, blue, and purple, symbolizing misinformation and cyber manipulation

Pakistan’s Unmatched Role for the Muslim Ummah Amid Rising Domestic and International Propaganda

Throughout this period, Pakistan has provided Palestinians with education, employment, and dignified living opportunities, yet the current Afghan government has neither openly acknowledged nor adopted this humanitarian and Islamic spirit.
  • Fact Check
Two male Pakistani cricketers in green uniforms are fist-bumping on the field during a match.

Pakistan Clinches Thrilling Win Over South Africa in Faisalabad’s ODI Return

Tail-End Heroics Seal 1-0 Lead as Pakistan Overcomes South Africa’s Late Wicket Surge
  • News, Pakistan, Sports
Pakistan Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance on Terrorism, Says Deputy PM Ishaq Dar

Pakistan Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance on Terrorism, Says Deputy PM Ishaq Dar

Speaking in the Senate, Ishaq Dar says Pakistan presented hard evidence of militant groups operating from Afghan soil and highlights major regional trade plans.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Zohran Mamdani Makes History as New York Elects Its First Muslim and South Asian Mayor

Zohran Mamdani Makes History as New York Elects Its First Muslim and South Asian Mayor

At 34, the Queens assemblyman becomes NYC’s youngest mayor in over a century, vowing to bring progressive reform and equality for all citizens.
  • News, Politics, World
Political Deadlock Deepens in Azad Kashmir as Election of New Prime Minister Faces Delays

Political Deadlock Deepens in Azad Kashmir as Election of New Prime Minister Faces Delays

Intra-party divisions within PPP and calls for early elections by PML-N fuel uncertainty in AJK’s political landscape
  • News, Pakistan, Politics
Historic Surge in Student Visa Rejections for Indian Applicants Following Canada’s New Immigration Policies

Historic Surge in Student Visa Rejections for Indian Applicants Following Canada’s New Immigration Policies

Record 74% rejection rate raises concerns amid India–Canada diplomatic tensions.
  • India, News, World
Kabul’s Deflection Won’t Work, Says Analyst After Haqqani’s Anti-Islamabad Remarks

Kabul’s Deflection Won’t Work, Says Analyst After Haqqani’s Anti-Islamabad Remarks

Haqqani blames Pakistan for TTP issue; policy analysts described his speech as a “reactionary narrative”.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan Says “No Compromise on Sovereignty” as DG ISPR Warns Kabul Over Cross-Border Terror, India Over ‘False Flag’ Designs

Pakistan Says “No Compromise on Sovereignty” as DG ISPR Warns Kabul Over Cross-Border Terror, India Over ‘False Flag’ Designs

Pakistan Warns Kabul, India; “No Compromise on Sovereignty,” Says DG ISPR
  • Afghanistan, India, Middle East, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan Positioned as Strategic Trade Hub Between East and West, Says Federal Minister

Pakistan Positioned as Strategic Trade Hub Between East and West, Says Federal Minister

Ahsan Iqbal highlights the potential of ports and economic zones to boost Pakistan’s economy and regional trade
  • Economy, Illicit Trade, News
China Strongly Rejects Trump’s Nuclear Allegations

China Strongly Rejects Trump’s Nuclear Allegations

Beijing affirms peaceful and defensive nature of its nuclear program amid U.S. claims
  • China, News, Security
Afghan Intelligence Allegedly Allowed Banned TTP Entry into Pakistan

Afghan Intelligence Allegedly Allowed Banned TTP Entry into Pakistan

Undeniable evidence emerges of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s alleged facilitation
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
UAE Imposes 25-Year Jail Term and Heavy Fines for Flag Desecration

UAE Imposes 25-Year Jail Term and Heavy Fines for Flag Desecration

Violators Face Up to AED 500,000 Penalty for Disrespecting the National Flag
  • Middle East, News, World
Heavy Rain and Hailstorm Paralyze Life in Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Heavy Rain and Hailstorm Paralyze Life in Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Torrential Rain Floods Roads, Damages Crops and Orchards; Authorities Launch Emergency Response
  • Disasters, News, Pakistan
Over 62,000 Intelligence-Based Operations Conducted in 2025; 1,667 Militants Eliminated

Over 62,000 Intelligence-Based Operations Conducted in 2025; 1,667 Militants Eliminated

DG ISPR Reports 514 Terror Incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa This Year, 77 Militants Killed
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Gas Cylinder Explosion Rocks Supreme Court Basement, Two Injured

Gas Cylinder Explosion Rocks Supreme Court Basement, Two Injured

Blast in Islamabad’s Supreme Court basement canteen sparks panic; rescue teams rush to the scene, authorities investigate cause.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan Owns Its Policy and Will Respond Firmly to Border Threats, Says DG ISPR

Pakistan Owns Its Policy and Will Respond Firmly to Border Threats, Says DG ISPR

DG ISPR Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry highlights Pakistan’s independent policymaking, decisive counterterrorism operations, and unwavering national defense readiness.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Why Is Pakistan’s Generosity Always Met with Blame from Afghanistan?

Why Is Pakistan’s Generosity Always Met with Blame from Afghanistan?

As Pakistan extends support time and again, Kabul’s shifting stance raises a pressing question: where does neighborly trust truly stand?
  • Afghanistan, News, Policy Bits, Security
‘TTP Is Pakistan’s Internal Matter’, Taliban Claim Questioned After Afghan Officer Killed in Pakistan Counter-Terror Operation

‘TTP Is Pakistan’s Internal Matter’, Taliban Claim Questioned After Afghan Officer Killed in Pakistan Counter-Terror Operation

Taliban’s ‘TTP Is Pakistan’s Matter’ Claim Questioned After Officer Killed
  • Afghanistan, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan Resumes Afghan Repatriation Amid Social-Media Narratives Casting Afghanistan as ‘Dar ul Islam’

Pakistan Resumes Afghan Repatriation Amid Social-Media Narratives Casting Afghanistan as ‘Dar ul Islam’

Pakistan facilitates Afghan repatriation amid social-media claims frame Afghanistan as ‘Dar ul Islam’, echoing past Hijrat parallels.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Refugees
Taliban Spokesman’s Allegations Against Pakistan Spark Diplomatic Tensions

Taliban Spokesman’s Allegations Against Pakistan Spark Diplomatic Tensions

Islamabad dismisses Zabihullah Mujahid’s claim of military interference as “baseless,” reaffirming unified Afghan policy and urging Kabul to curb cross-border terrorism
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Islamabad, Kabul to Finalize Implementation Modalities for Joint Monitoring Mechanism in November 6 Talks

Islamabad, Kabul to Finalize Implementation Modalities for Joint Monitoring Mechanism in November 6 Talks

Islamabad, Kabul to Finalize Joint Monitoring Mechanism Modalities on Nov 6
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, Pakistan
Five German Mountaineers Killed in South Tyrol Avalanche Tragedy

Five German Mountaineers Killed in South Tyrol Avalanche Tragedy

Rescue teams recover bodies of all victims as Italy’s South Tyrol region witnesses a deadly avalanche; one female climber among the deceased.
  • Disasters, News, World
India Women’s Cricket Team Wins ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 in Historic Triumph

India Women’s Cricket Team Wins ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 in Historic Triumph

Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma shine as India defeats South Africa by 53 runs to lift their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title in Mumbai.
  • India, News, Sports
Massive 6.3-Magnitude Earth Quake Strikes Near Mazar-e-Sharif, Northern Afghanistan

Massive 6.3-Magnitude Earth Quake Strikes Near Mazar-e-Sharif, Northern Afghanistan

At least 10 dead and hundreds injured as tremor jolts Balkh region in the early hours Focus Keyword: Mazar e Sharif earthquake
  • Afghanistan, Disasters, News
Punjab Delays School Timings as Smog Turns Lahore into a Gas Chamber

Punjab Delays School Timings as Smog Turns Lahore into a Gas Chamber

Schools across the province to open after 8:45 a.m. as hazardous air chokes millions
  • Climate Crisis, Education, News
Mass Killings and Sexual Violence Surge in El Fasher After RSF Entry

Mass Killings and Sexual Violence Surge in El Fasher After RSF Entry

Rapid Support Forces’ Assault on North Darfur City Raises Fears of Ethnic Cleansing and Genocide
  • Human Rights
Security personnel pose for a photograph near the closed gates of the Torkham border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, on September 6, 2023. [Shafiullah Kakar/AFP]

Pakistan Rejects Taliban’s Misleading Claim Over Istanbul Talks, Clarifies Position on Deportation Offer

Pakistan Rejects Taliban’s Claim on Istanbul Talks, Clarifies Deportation Offer
  • Afghanistan, Fact Check, News, Pakistan
A montage of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan and Afghan Taliban regime. [IC: AFP/Getty]

As Zabihullah Speaks of ‘Smooth Ties’ During Imran Khan Era, Ground Realities Tell a Different Story

Zabihullah Claims ‘Smooth Ties’ Under Imran Khan, but Reality Differs
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
Scenic view of a Chinese-style building surrounded by lush greenery and a lake in Gilgit-Baltistan, with mountains in the background and Pakistani flags fluttering in the foreground.

Gilgit-Baltistan Marks 78th Independence Day with Patriotic Zeal

President Zardari leads celebrations in Gilgit; CM Gulbar Khan reaffirms people’s historic loyalty to Pakistan
  • Culture, News, Pakistan
A group of armed fighters wearing military uniforms and headscarves pose together holding rifles, likely in a conflict zone.

The Fall of El-Fasher and the Human Cost of a Divided Nation

The Rapid Support Forces’ advance in Darfur sparks one of the worst humanitarian emergencies in 2025, leaving millions displaced as the army loses control of key strongholds.
  • News, Security
Information Minister Atta Tarar and Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry address the presser in Islamabad on November 1, 2025. [Screengrab]

Indian Agency Involved in Coercing Fishermen From Pakistan for Espionage, Says Information Minister Tarar

Indian Agency Coerced Pakistani Fishermen for Espionage, Says Tarar
  • India, News, Pakistan, Security, South Asia
Attaullah Tarar addressing a press conference in Islamabad

Afghanistan Learning Propaganda Tactics from India for Disinformation Warfare: Attaullah Tarar

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar says India, Israel, and Afghanistan are jointly involved in spreading disinformation and anti-Pakistan propaganda to undermine the country's image and stability.
  • Fact Check, News, Pakistan, Security
Illustration showing armed men walking with rifles in front of a map highlighting Afghanistan and Pakistan, with the logo “Al-Mersaad” placed over the mapIllustration showing armed men walking with rifles in front of a map highlighting Afghanistan and Pakistan, with the logo “Al-Mersaad” placed over the map

Fake “Saeedullah” Video Exposes Afghan Intelligence Disinformation Campaign Against Pakistan

Experts reveal contradictions in viral Afghan propaganda video accusing Pakistan of terrorism, linking it to coordinated info ops after Istanbul peace talks failed
  • Afghanistan, Fact Check, News
Pakistan and China Agree to Train Two Pakistani Astronauts for Short-Term Space Mission

Pakistan and China Agree to Train Two Pakistani Astronauts for Short-Term Space Mission

Under a February 2025 cooperation deal, two Pakistani candidates will train in China, one to participate as a payload specialist on the Chinese space station.
  • China, News, Pakistan, Science & Tech
Indian RAW Linked to Assassination of Sikh Leader Darshan Singh Sahsi in Canada

Indian RAW Linked to Assassination of Sikh Leader Darshan Singh Sahsi in Canada

Evidence suggests involvement of the Indian intelligence agency RAW and consulate officials in the targeted killing of a Sikh businessman and activist in Vancouver
  • Human Rights, News, Security
U.S. and India Sign 10-Year Defense Cooperation Plan

U.S. and India Sign 10-Year Defense Cooperation Plan

The defense cooperation between both countries is aimed at strengthening the Strategic Military Partnership Amid Rising Tensions in the Indo-Pacific.
  • Geopolitics, News, Security
Pakistan Welcomes Istanbul Ceasefire Framework, Warns Afghanistan to ‘Walk the Talk’

Pakistan Welcomes Istanbul Ceasefire Framework, Warns Afghanistan to ‘Walk the Talk’

Pakistan terms ceasefire with Afghanistan a conditional truce tied to verifiable action against TTP.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan
Iran Condemns U.S. Plans to Resume Atomic Testing

Iran Condemns U.S. Plans to Resume Atomic Testing

Tehran denounces Washington’s call for renewed nuclear tests, accusing the U.S. of double standards and escalating global instability.
  • Middle East, News
KP CM Afridi Unveils 13-Member Cabinet, Oath Taking Set for Friday

KP CM Afridi Unveils 13-Member Cabinet, Oath Taking Set for Friday

Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announces 10 ministers, two advisers, and a special assistant in the first phase of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government formation
  • News, Pakistan, Politics
Afghanistan-Pakistan Ceasefire Talks Conclude Successfully in Istanbul

Afghanistan–Pakistan Ceasefire Talks Conclude in Istanbul, Next Round Set for November 6

Afghanistan and Pakistan conclude Istanbul talks, reinforcing the Doha ceasefire with mediation by Türkiye and Qatar.
  • Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan
Afghanistan’s Education on the Brink as Millions of Children Are Denied the Classroom

Afghanistan’s Education on the Brink as Millions of Children Are Denied the Classroom

UNICEF and UNESCO report warns more than 90 % of ten-year-olds cannot read a simple text, and nearly four million girls could lose access to education by 2030.
  • Afghanistan, Education, South Asia
Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia Agree on Joint Health Cooperation and Anti-Drug Efforts

Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia Agree on Joint Health Cooperation and Anti-Drug Efforts

At a trilateral meeting in Saudi Arabia, health ministers from the three nations pledged collaboration on disease prevention, anti-narcotics measures, and improving healthcare standards across the region.
  • Middle East, News, South Asia
Pakistan Rejects Afghan Envoy’s Claims Over Refugee Treatment, Cites 40 Years of Hospitality

Pakistan Rejects Afghan Envoy’s Claims Over Refugee Treatment, Cites 40 Years of Hospitality

Pakistan rejects Afghan envoy’s allegations over refugee mistreatment, citing verified procedures and security concerns.
  • Afghanistan, Human Rights, News, Pakistan
Key ISIS-K Commander Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Bajaur

Key ISIS-K Commander Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Bajaur

Authorities identify the slain militant as Arab Khan, alias Ziauddin and Idrees, linked to multiple attacks on security forces.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan Rejects Taliban’s Propaganda Linking Strikes to Muttaqi’s India Visit; Ceasefire Hinges on Kabul Action

Pakistan Rejects Taliban’s Propaganda Linking Strikes to Muttaqi’s India Visit; Ceasefire Hinges on Kabul Action

Pakistan rejects Taliban’s claim linking airstrikes to FM Muttaqi’s India visit, calls it propaganda masking terrorism.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
Sheikh Hasina Warns of Election Boycott if Awami League Barred from Polls

Sheikh Hasina Warns of Election Boycott if Awami League Barred from Polls

Election Commission suspended Awami League’s registration in May, citing national security concerns and ongoing war crimes investigations.
  • News, Politics, South Asia
US-Designated TTP Deputy Emir and Shadow Defence Minister Mufti Muzahim Neutralized in Bajaur

US-Designated TTP Deputy Emir and Shadow Defence Minister Mufti Muzahim Neutralized in Bajaur

TTP’s deputy emir Mufti Muzahim, who pledged allegiance to Taliban leader Akhundzada, killed in Pakistan’s Bajaur raid.
  • Featured, News, Pakistan, Security, World
Rain Washes Out First T20 Between India and Australia in Canberra

Rain Washes Out First T20 Between India and Australia in Canberra

Rain Spoils India–Australia T20 Opener in Canberra as Match Abandoned
  • India, News, Sports
What’s at Stake in the New Phase of the U.S.–China Rivalry

What’s at Stake in the New Phase of the U.S.–China Rivalry

As Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in South Korea after years of escalating tensions, their Busan summit could either mark the start of strategic de-escalation or the next chapter in an increasingly global tech and trade cold war
  • China, Policy Bits
Rocket Attack Targets Jaffar Express Near Dera Murad Jamali

Rocket Attack Targets Jaffar Express Near Dera Murad Jamali

Unidentified militants fire rockets at the Quetta–Peshawar Jaffar Express near Notal area of Nasirabad; security forces retaliate, forcing attackers to flee.
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Six Soldiers Martyred, 14 Injured in Terrorist Attack on Convoy in Kurram Agency

Six Soldiers Martyred, 14 Injured in Terrorist Attack on Convoy in Kurram Agency

Militant ambush near Sultan Kalli leaves multiple casualties; security forces launch large-scale search operation in the area.
  • News, Security
Turkey Celebrates 102nd Republic Day with National Zeal; Pakistan Extends Warm Felicitations

Turkey Celebrates 102nd Republic Day with National Zeal; Pakistan Extends Warm Felicitations

From Istanbul’s skyline to Pakistan’s heartfelt greetings, a century-old friendship shines on Turkey’s Republic Day.
  • Diplomacy, News, World
Istanbul Talks Face Digital Crossfire as Kabul-Affiliated Accounts Push Anti-Pakistan Narrative

Istanbul Talks Face Digital Crossfire as Kabul-Affiliated Accounts Push Anti-Pakistan Narrative

As Istanbul Talks stall, Kabul-linked and Indian accounts fuel a coordinated anti-Pakistan disinformation campaign.
  • Afghanistan, Fact Check, Pakistan, World
Telegraph’s Grooming Gang Story Sparks Debate on Race, Data, and Responsibility

Telegraph’s Grooming Gang Story Sparks Debate on Race, Data, and Responsibility

Experts and officials challenge Telegraph’s claim linking grooming gangs to Pakistani Muslims, citing lack of credible data.
  • Diaspora, Education, Pakistan, World
A U.S. Department of State poster showing an American official shaking hands with a Japanese official in front of U.S. and Japanese flags, with the caption “A New Golden Age for the US-Japan Alliance.

U.S. Seeks to Undercut China’s Grip on Rare Earth Minerals

Washington signs deals with Japan, Malaysia, and others in a bid to secure critical mineral supplies amid escalating competition with Beijing.
  • Economy, News
At Least Five Palestinians Killed as Israeli Jets Pound Gaza Despite Cease-Fire

At Least Five Palestinians Killed as Israeli Jets Pound Gaza Despite Cease-Fire

Netanyahu orders “immediate retaliation” as Israel bombs Gaza beyond the Yellow Line; officials say truce has been violated over 125 times.
  • Human Rights, Middle East, News
Information Minister Ataullah Tarar speaking at a press conference, seated in front of multiple Pakistan flags, with microphones placed on the desk

“Pakistan Will Not Compromise on Its Security,” says Attaullah Tarar as Istanbul Talks Collapse

Four-day negotiations end without a breakthrough after the Afghan side refuses written guarantees; Islamabad says it will continue counterterrorism operations
  • News, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Entered a New Era of Economic Partnership

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Entered a New Era of Economic Partnership

Riyadh and Islamabad launch $6 billion Economic Cooperation Framework to strengthen trade, investment, and regional stability
  • Economy, Middle East, News
Afghan Intelligence-Linked Accounts Target Türkiye’s MIT Chief Amid Failed Istanbul Talks

Afghan Intelligence-Linked Accounts Target Türkiye’s MİT Chief Amid Failed Istanbul Talks

Behind the aroma of Turkish coffee and autumn rain, Pakistan–Afghanistan Istanbul talks fail, while Afghan GDI-linked networks wage a parallel war online against Türkiye.
  • News, Pakistan, World
Afghan Linked to TTP Honored in France; Condolence Ceremony Held at Rennes Mosque

Afghan Linked to TTP Honored in France; Condolence Ceremony Held at Rennes Mosque

Condolence held in France for Afghan TTP fighter killed in Bajaur raises questions over extremism and security laws.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security, World
Navigating the Proscription of TLP: Strategy, Risks, and Policy Pathways

Navigating the Proscription of TLP: Strategy, Risks, and Policy Pathways

Pakistan’s ban on TLP aims to curb violent mobilization while safeguarding democracy through balanced enforcement, legitimacy, and reintegration strategies
  • Opinion, Pakistan, Security
Pakistan, Afghanistan Edge Closer to Landmark ‘Istanbul Agreement’ After 13-Hour Marathon Talks

Pakistan, Afghanistan Edge Closer to Landmark ‘Istanbul Agreement’ After 13-Hour Marathon Talks

Sources say the draft pact includes a 10-point framework to curb cross-border militancy, with Qatar and Turkey set to act as guarantors.
  • Diplomacy, News, Security
Taliban Announces First Pomegranate Shipment to Russia Amid Ongoing Istanbul Stalemate

Taliban Announces First Pomegranate Shipment to Russia Amid Ongoing Istanbul Stalemate

Afghanistan sends first pomegranate shipment to Russia via Turkmenistan, as border trade with Pakistan and Istanbul peace talks remain stalled.
  • Afghanistan, Economy, Middle East
October 27 -Kashmir Black Day: 78 Years On, the Valley Still Bleeds, but the Spirit of Resistance Refuses to Die.”

October 27 -Kashmir Black Day: 78 Years On, the Valley Still Bleeds, but the Spirit of Resistance Refuses to Die.”

Seventy-eight years on, Pakistan and Kashmiri leadership unite in condemning India’s 1947 occupation and 2019 constitutional aggression, urging the world to confront New Delhi’s strategic repression and demographic warfare.
  • News, Pakistan
General Sahir Strengthens “Iron Brotherhood” with Bangladesh

General Sahir Strengthens “Iron Brotherhood” with Bangladesh

General Sahir Shamshad Mirza’s visit underscores expanding defence, trade, and connectivity cooperation between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
  • Diplomacy, News, South Asia
PM Shehbaz Leads Delegation to Saudi Arabia for FII9 Summit

PM Shehbaz Leads Delegation to Saudi Arabia for FII9 Summit

Islamabad aims to deepen trade, investment, and energy ties with Riyadh under Vision 2030 while promoting Pakistan’s investment potential on the global stage.
  • Diplomacy, Economy, News
A Pakistani soldier stands guard near the border fence at the Kitton outpost in North Waziristan, overlooking Afghanistan, October 18, 2017. [Courtesy: Reuters].

Pakistan Draws Red Lines in Istanbul as Taliban’s TTP Gambit Meets Firm Rebuff amid Border Infiltration Reports

As Pakistan and Afghanistan meet in Istanbul, Islamabad warns Kabul: no talks with terrorists, no compromise on TTP and BLA action.
  • Afghanistan, News, Pakistan, Security
"Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma sitting on a leather armchair, overlaid with his controversial tweet comparing Gaza bombings to Diwali celebrations, and a reply condemning the mockery of genocide. Image Credit-Dawn News

Ram Gopal Varma’s Diwali Remark Sparks Global Outrage Over Gaza Comparison

Indian filmmaker’s controversial post exposes Hindutva-driven insensitivity and deepening ideological radicalization in cultural spaces
  • India, Middle East, News
Source- The Saurashtra

U.S. Imposes 10% Tariff Hike on Canadian Goods After Ontario Ad Sparks Trade Rift

President Donald Trump cites a “hostile act” following a Canadian advertisement and suspends trade talks with Ottawa.
  • Economy, News
A displaced Sudanese man reunites with his family after fleeing Al Fasher city, September 6, 2025. / Reuters

Sudan Urges Global Action Against RSF War Crimes

Sudan’s Foreign Ministry appeals to the United Nations and African Union to investigate alleged atrocities by the Rapid Support Forces as violence escalates in Darfur and Khartoum.
  • News, Security
The Petronas Twin Towers illuminated Kuala Lumpur’s skyline tonight in red, blue, and white to mark the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, held from October 26–28 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). [Courtesy: BERNAMA (2025)].

When the Leader Doesn’t Lead: India’s Global Downgrade and the Modi Absence

Modi’s choice to join the ASEAN and East Asia Summits virtually signaled a recalibration of India’s foreign policy priorities amid global realignments.
  • Diplomacy, Opinion, South Asia
International health and human rights organisations have repeatedly challenged Israel’s justifications for its military assaults in Gaza. / Reuters

Israel Continues Demolitions In Gaza Despite Ceasefire

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz says the tunnel destruction campaign is “the most important strategic objective” for Gaza’s demilitarization, despite international mediation securing a ceasefire with Hamas.
  • Middle East, News, Security
Taal Volcano, Batangas province, Philippines, on July 1.Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology/AP

Triple Eruption at Taal Volcano Sends 2-km-High Plumes

Philippine authorities maintain Alert Level 1 as the public is urged to avoid the crater and the Permanent Danger Zone.
  • Disasters, News, Science & Tech
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Brutal Attack on Child in Kabul Sparks Outrage and Human Rights Concerns

Brutal attack on a child in Kabul sparks outrage and raises serious concerns over human rights and growing violence in Afghanistan.
  • Afghanistan, Human Rights, Security, South Asia
Child violence incident in Kabul raising human rights concerns

Taliban Regime Condemns Attack While Questions Grow Over Militant Safe Havens in Afghanistan

Taliban condemn an attack while concerns grow over militant groups operating from Afghanistan and cross border violence continues.
  • Afghanistan, Security, South Asia, Terrorism
Taliban regime and concerns over militant activity in Afghanistan

Pakistan Says It Shot Down Eight Indian Jets in Maarka-e-Haq

Pakistan says its air force shot down eight Indian fighter jets during Maarka-e-Haq, marking one year since the operation.
  • Pakistan, South Asia
Pakistan Air Force claims eight Indian jets shot down

India’s Terrorism Claims Buried, Pakistan Played Responsible Role in Marka-e-Haq Says DG ISPR

DG ISPR says India’s terror claims collapsed, highlights Pakistan’s responsible role, modern warfare challenges and regional security stance.
  • Pakistan, Politics
DG ISPR Marka e Haq press conference

Announced Annexation of a Third Afghan Border Area to Pakistan After Ghdaana and Nuristan Sparks Regional Debate

Reports of Ghdaana and Nuristan border contacts raise questions over third Afghan border area alleged link with Pakistan.
  • Geopolitics, South Asia
Ghdaana Kunar border developments

New Dehli’s Silence is the Loudest Confession

On May 7, 2025, Pakistan downed 6 Indian jets including 3 Rafales. One year after Marka-e-Haq, New Delhi’s silence on its Rafales remains the most telling confession of all.
  • India, Opinion
Pakistan Air Force J-10C Rafale Shootdown

Afghanistan Risks Fragmentation if Taliban Rule Continues, Warns Dr Maria Sultan

Dr Maria Sultan warns Afghanistan could face fragmentation if Taliban governance and ethnic exclusion continue unchecked.
  • Afghanistan, Politics
Dr Maria Sultan Afghanistan warning

Major Security Operation in Bajaur TTP Deputy Governor’s Brother Killed

Security forces kill TTP operative Amanullah in Bajaur operation, dealing a major blow to militant network and command structure.
  • Khyber, Security
Bajaur security operation militants

Tajikistan Crackdown on Afghan Refugees Hundreds Evicted and Moved to Undisclosed Locations in Sughd Region

Hundreds of Afghan refugees reportedly evicted in Tajikistan’s Sughd region amid crackdown and fears of forced deportation.
  • Central Asia, Human Rights
Afghan refugees Tajikistan crackdown

Silence Over Targeted Assassinations of Scholars in Afghanistan Raises Questions Over Taliban Security Claims

Targeted attacks on scholars in Afghanistan raise concerns over security failures and accountability under Taliban rule.
  • Afghanistan, Security
Afghanistan scholars security concerns
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