Indian Army Chief calls LAC situation “sensitive but stable,” while highlighting underlying military and diplomatic challenges.
Punjab farmers begin a fast-unto-death, demanding justice amid protests and government inaction on their rights.
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Visit of Bangladesh’s Lt-Gen Hassan to Pakistan aims to strengthen military ties and discuss regional security.
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World Bank recommends a permanent committee to enhance Pakistan’s debt management and fiscal risk mitigation.
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The EO-1 satellite of SUPARCO, launching on January 17, marks a major milestone in Pakistan space technology development.
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FO condemns Islamophobic rhetoric against the British Pakistani community, highlighting their vital contributions to the UK.
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India’s hypersonic missile ambitions face hurdles—foreign tech reliance, delays, and untested claims cast doubt on its progress.
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Pakistan earns a spot in Financial Times’ 2025 holiday list, highlighting Gilgit-Baltistan’s stunning landscapes amid improved security.
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The Afghan Taliban’s regressive governance isolates Afghanistan, contrasting with the Muslim world’s embrace of education and progress.
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Explore how media moguls like Musk and Zuckerberg shape narratives, impacting truth and the Pakistani diaspora in the UK.