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'Pakistan has nothing to lose' — analysts weigh in on Modi govt's U-turn on talks
Analysts argue that it is the upcoming Indian election that has Modi hesitant from engaging with Pakistan
Three policemen reported killed in held-Kashmir
The three were taken hostage when Kashmiri fighters raided over a dozen homes of police officers in 2 southern villages.
Islamabad expresses 'disappointment' after New Delhi backtracks from talks
India has once again wasted a serious opportunity to change the dynamics of the bilateral relationship: Foreign Office.
Jadeja, Rohit lead India's rout of Bangladesh
Jadeja finished with four for 29 to wreck Bangladesh to 173 all out in 49.1 overs at Dubai stadium.
India cancels New York meeting with Pakistan, says PM Khan's 'true face revealed'
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi says Pakistan was ready to hold talks but only in a dignified manner.
China, Russia warn US of consequences over sanctions against them
Russia's deputy foreign minister says US is "playing with fire"; Beijing voices "strong indignation" over the move.
IHK authorities impose restrictions against Muharram processions
Heavy contingents of Indian troops, police officials deployed in Srinagar, other towns; scores of mourners arrested.
Pakistan elected member of IAEA's board of governors
This is the 20th time Pakistan has been elected a member of the IAEA board of governors.
Saudi Arabia invited to become third strategic partner in CPEC: Fawad Chaudhry
High-level delegations from Saudi Arabia and UAE will visit Pakistan to discuss trade and security in October.
Pak, India foreign ministers to hold meeting on sidelines of UNGA: Indian MEA
Indian ministry of external affairs confirms the meeting but stresses that it will not be a dialogue.
Indian police arrest man for allegedly raping his daughter
Police say man was living alone with 14-year-old daughter after separating from wife, sons.
Afghan envoy to India resigns, says he wants to 'serve his own country from within'
Resignation comes a day after Afghan President Ghani made a one-day visit to India and met with Indian PM Modi.
Indian flight returns after passengers ill by pressure loss
Dozens of passengers complain of ear pain and nose bleeds due to loss in cabin pressure.
PM Khan responds to Modi 'in positive spirit' to resume talks, resolve all issues
We await a formal response from India, says Foreign Office.
Bangladesh passes controversial digital security law despite protests
Heavy jail sentences for secretly recording government officials or spreading “negative propaganda” with digital device.
No formal consultation with New Delhi on opening Kartarpur Corridor: FO
No meeting with India's Foreign Minister Shusma Swaraj arranged as yet, Dr Faisal announces during a weekly briefing.
Pak Army shall ensure security of CPEC at all costs, Gen Bajwa tells President Xi Jinping
Jinping acknowledges Pakistan as a 'time-tested iron friend' and the Pak Army's role in this lasting relationship.
Former Myanmar columnist jailed for 'abusive' posts about Aung San Suu Kyi
Ngar Min Swe sentenced for sedition for writing an "abusive" post on Facebook about Aung San Suu Kyi.
India bans instant divorce by Muslim men
Govt will have 6 months to get parliament's approval for ordinance to become law.
Thousands back home in Syria’s Idlib after Russia-Turkey deal
Over 4,500 are estimated to have spontaneously returned to their homes when government bombardment stopped.
Failing Afghan women – again
The targets described in the task orders and grant reports are not always the real goals.