Pak India Ties
Arch-rivals clash in Dubai on Sept 14, and could potentially meet three times in the tournament.
Updated 07 Sep, 2025 02:07pm
"If these two powerhouses of cricket can generate millions in revenue by playing in ICC-organised ODIs and T20Is, there is no logical reason to deny them a Test series."
Published 06 Sep, 2025 09:50am
As climate change shrinks and floods waterways, nations are turning treaties into weapons and neighbours into rivals.
Updated 07 Sep, 2025 08:50am
The treaty is a stunning example of international cooperation but now faces a new enemy in political collapse and climate change.
Updated 07 Sep, 2025 04:20pm
Sources warn PHF not to officially boycott Junior World Cup being held in India, as it would compel the FIH to penalise Pakistan.
Updated 04 Sep, 2025 10:59am
President acknowledges that not participating in intl events in India was hurting country’s hockey but national cause was bigger than everything.
Updated 03 Sep, 2025 02:11pm
Says Islamabad has evidence of involvement of "foreign hands" in terrorism on Pakistani soil; notes building ties with Kabul.
Updated 13 Sep, 2025 12:26pm
Middle section of Madhopur barrage, which spans the Ravi River in India, was washed away by surging water.
Updated 30 Aug, 2025 09:08am
We must confront that India’s apparent weaponisation of water has also played a part in the devastation.
Updated 29 Aug, 2025 08:46am
When vital data is withheld or diluted for political signalling, it is farmers, villagers, and urban dwellers downstream who pay the price.
Updated 28 Aug, 2025 09:21am
Says threat of extremely high tariffs or no trade deal in event of nuclear war "very important" in ending conflict.
Updated 27 Aug, 2025 05:47pm
Nominates Sergio Gor for two high-profile roles: US ambassador to India and special envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs.
Updated 27 Aug, 2025 10:36am
Direct flows of funds from Pakistan to India are largely prohibited, with every transaction requiring the central bank’s approval.
Published 26 Aug, 2025 02:08pm
The 80th UN General Assembly officially opens on Sept 9, with the high-level general debate running from Sept 23 to 29.
Updated 25 Aug, 2025 07:52am
Says he does not have "even a one per cent role in the team selection” for Asia Cup.
Updated 23 Aug, 2025 08:33pm
Foreign Office terms New Delhi’s missile capabilities a global security threat.
Updated 23 Aug, 2025 08:14am
Says India had requested the US for a ceasefire after which he received a call; no meeting in the works between PM Shehbaz and Modi: FO spokesperson.
Updated 22 Aug, 2025 09:55pm
Ban applies specifically to Indian-registered or leased aircraft, whether operated, owned, or leased by Indian operators.
Published 22 Aug, 2025 07:15am
Police claim suspect had been supplying photographs of sensitive installations and other classified information in exchange for money.
Updated 22 Aug, 2025 12:28pm
A well-placed source in the sports ministry said the policy is effective immediately.
Updated 23 Aug, 2025 06:13pm
Trade spats and a personal falling out with Narendra Modi have pushed US India ties into crisis.
Updated 21 Aug, 2025 09:19am
Why is it so difficult to instil a simple, inexpensive idea for diplomacy?
Updated 19 Aug, 2025 09:05am
Mohsin Naqvi praises the work of intelligence services during war, says they had information about Indian activity "ahead of time".
Published 17 Aug, 2025 07:14pm
New command will be responsible for operating conventional missiles — including ballistic, cruise, and possibly even hypersonic.
Updated 15 Aug, 2025 08:23am
Hundreds of peace activists express their opposition to the war-like situation, calling for a permanent ceasefire.
Updated 15 Aug, 2025 10:18am
PM Shehbaz announces the new force at Islamabad event; says it could "target the enemy from every direction".
Updated 14 Aug, 2025 06:45pm
Term success in Marka-i-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos a "landmark moment in our history"; flag-hoisting ceremonies held across country.
Updated 14 Aug, 2025 04:54pm
The creation of Pakistan represents the first-ever realisation of Muslim nationalism achieving independent statehood anywhere, not just in South Asia.
Updated 14 Aug, 2025 10:12am
The two sides need to work on resumption of backchannel diplomacy, which could help in mitigating mistrust.
Updated 14 Aug, 2025 10:10am
India should particularly act with restraint, as sensationalist allegations can lead to further deterioration in ties, and may even trigger renewed conflict.
Updated 13 Aug, 2025 08:47am
