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US Backs Pakistan Defence Against Afghan Taliban

Saturday, February 28, 2026

US Endorses Pakistan Defensive Action Against Afghan Taliban

US Backs Pakistan Defence Against Afghan Taliban: The United States has expressed its support for Pakistan’s right to defend itself against attacks from Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers. This announcement came on February 27,

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Japan to Enhance Connectivity Between Northeast India and Bay of Bengal

Japan is set to enhance connectivity between Northeast India and the Bay of Bengal, as announced by Deputy Foreign Minister Horii Iwao on February 27, 2026, during a foreign policy conclave in

Pakistan Implements Nationwide Drone Ban Amid Security Concerns

Pakistan has enforced an immediate nationwide drone ban on the outdoor flying of drones and quadcopters due to security concerns. The Ministry of Interior issued this directive on February 27, mandating provincial authorities to ensure strict compliance. The order, communicated

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Pakistan Afghanistan Conflict Tensions Escalate

Escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Draws Global Concern

Pakistan Afghanistan Conflict: Global leaders have called for calm as tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan escalated following recent border clashes. On February 28, 2026, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab Lil Haq in response to alleged attacks by Taliban forces along the

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Pakistani Air Strikes Target Kabul, Escalating Regional Tensions

Pakistani air strikes targeted Taliban military installations in Afghanistan’s major urban centers, including Kabul, on February 28, 2026. This operation, named ‘Ghazab Lil Haq,’

Pakistan Approves Revised Mera Ghar Scheme 2026

Pakistan’s Economic Coordination Committee Approves Revised Housing Scheme

Mera Ghar Scheme: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of Pakistan’s cabinet has approved the revised ‘Mera Ghar Mera Aashiana’ scheme, focusing on mortgage financing

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India and EU Finalize Strategic Trade Deal Granting MFN Status

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

India-EU trade deal: The European Union and India have reached a significant trade agreement to grant each other Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status for five years, according to a draft of the

India’s Economic Growth Projected at 7.6% for FY26

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

India GDP Growth: India’s economy is projected to grow by 7.6% in the fiscal year 2025-26, according to the second advanced estimates released by the National Statistics Office. This growth forecast is

Pakistan’s Cross-Border Operation with Afghanistan Results in 331 Taliban Fatalities

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

On February 28, 2026, Pakistan announced the successful execution of a major military operation against Taliban forces in Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 331 Taliban militants. This operation, named ‘Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq,’

US Endorses Pakistan Defensive Action Against Afghan Taliban

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

US Backs Pakistan Defence Against Afghan Taliban: The United States has expressed its support for Pakistan’s right to defend itself against attacks from Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers. This announcement came on February 27,

Japan to Enhance Connectivity Between Northeast India and Bay of Bengal

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

Japan is set to enhance connectivity between Northeast India and the Bay of Bengal, as announced by Deputy Foreign Minister Horii Iwao on February 27, 2026, during a foreign policy conclave in

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India and EU Finalize Strategic Trade Deal Granting MFN Status

India-EU trade deal: The European Union and India have reached

India’s Economic Growth Projected at 7.6% for FY26

India GDP Growth: India’s economy is projected to grow by

Pakistan’s Cross-Border Operation with Afghanistan Results in 331 Taliban Fatalities

On February 28, 2026, Pakistan announced the successful execution of

Current Affairs

India and EU Finalize Strategic Trade Deal Granting MFN Status

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

India-EU trade deal: The European Union and India have reached a significant trade agreement to grant each other Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status for five years, according to a draft of the

India’s Economic Growth Projected at 7.6% for FY26

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

India GDP Growth: India’s economy is projected to grow by 7.6% in the fiscal year 2025-26, according to the second advanced estimates released by the National Statistics Office. This growth forecast is

Pakistan’s Cross-Border Operation with Afghanistan Results in 331 Taliban Fatalities

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

On February 28, 2026, Pakistan announced the successful execution of a major military operation against Taliban forces in Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 331 Taliban militants. This operation, named ‘Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq,’

US Endorses Pakistan Defensive Action Against Afghan Taliban

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Current Affairs

US Backs Pakistan Defence Against Afghan Taliban: The United States has expressed its support for Pakistan’s right to defend itself against attacks from Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers. This announcement came on February 27,

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Business

SECP Refutes Allegations of Stock Market Manipulation Probe

Friday, February 27, 2026

Business

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has officially refuted allegations circulating in the media regarding an investigation into the stock market’s recent decline. On February 27, 2026, the Commission emphasized

New Exploration Licenses Drive Pakistan’s Energy Independence

Friday, February 27, 2026

Business

On February 27, 2026, Pakistan’s Petroleum Division took a significant step in advancing its domestic energy exploration by awarding new exploration licenses for 11 onshore oil and gas blocks. The signing ceremony,

India and Israel Launch Free Trade Agreement Negotiations

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India and Israel have initiated free trade agreement Negotiations in New Delhi, aiming to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The talks, which began on February 23, 2026, will continue until February 26,

Bangladesh RMG Exports Maintain Leadership in EU Market with 35.81% Growth (2021–2025)

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Bangladesh has solidified its market leadership in the EU garment imports sector, emerging as a dominant force in readymade garments (RMG) exports to the European Union over the past five years. According

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Maldives Hidden Gems: 5 Spots Emerge in 2026

Discover Maldives hidden gems as tourism surges. New guides spotlight undiscovered Maldives islands from northern atolls to southern reserves. Officials project growth beyond USD 5.4 billion in receipts. South Asian travellers eye these secret Maldives attractions amid record 2025 arrivals. Maldives hidden gems draw

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US Endorses Pakistan Defensive Action Against Afghan Taliban

Japan to Enhance Connectivity Between Northeast India and Bay of Bengal

Pakistan Implements Nationwide Drone Ban Amid Security Concerns

Escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Draws Global Concern

Pakistani Air Strikes Target Kabul, Escalating Regional Tensions

Pakistan’s Economic Coordination Committee Approves Revised Housing Scheme

Latest

India and EU Finalize Strategic Trade Deal Granting MFN Status

India’s Economic Growth Projected at 7.6% for FY26

Pakistan’s Cross-Border Operation with Afghanistan Results in 331 Taliban Fatalities

US Endorses Pakistan Defensive Action Against Afghan Taliban

Japan to Enhance Connectivity Between Northeast India and Bay of Bengal

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India and EU Finalize Strategic Trade Deal Granting MFN Status

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Pakistan’s Cross-Border Operation with Afghanistan Results in 331 Taliban Fatalities

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India and EU Finalize Strategic Trade Deal Granting MFN Status

India’s Economic Growth Projected at 7.6% for FY26

Pakistan’s Cross-Border Operation with Afghanistan Results in 331 Taliban Fatalities

US Endorses Pakistan Defensive Action Against Afghan Taliban

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SECP Refutes Allegations of Stock Market Manipulation Probe

New Exploration Licenses Drive Pakistan’s Energy Independence

India and Israel Launch Free Trade Agreement Negotiations

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