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India Stops Ravi Water to Pakistan as Shahpur Kandi Dam Nears Completion

India will stop surplus Ravi river water flowing into Pakistan once the Shahpur Kandi dam on the Punjab-Jammu and Kashmir border becomes operational by March 31, Jammu and Kashmir Water Resources Minister

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

India EU US Trade Deals Position India Globally but Challenges Remain

India has concluded landmark India EU US trade deals that mark a decisive shift from decades of protectionism, sealing the “mother of all trade deals” with the European Union on January 27,

Tarique Rahman Appoints Advisers: 10 Gain Minister Ranks

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman appoints advisers with the ranks of minister and state minister, according to a formal notification. The Bangladesh PM appoints 10 advisers effective immediately under official rules. This step bolsters advisory support in the new administration. The

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Traders Protest Rawalpindi Sparks 3-Hour Gridlock On Murree Road

Over 200 shopkeepers blocked traffic for 90 minutes in Rawalpindi on 17 February 2026, combining with ongoing construction to create severe traffic chaos ahead of Ramazan shopping. More than 200 traders staged a traders protest rawalpindi on Tuesday, 17 February

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Ishaq Dar New York: Pakistan Demands Gaza Ceasefire at UNSC

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaches New York today to lead Pakistan’s voice at a high-level United Nations Security Council briefing

Pakistan and Qatar Leaders Strengthen Diplomatic Ties for Regional Peace

Pakistan and Qatar Leaders Strengthen Diplomatic Ties: On February 18, 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of

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India Stops Ravi Water to Pakistan as Shahpur Kandi Dam Nears Completion

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

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India will stop surplus Ravi river water flowing into Pakistan once the Shahpur Kandi dam on the Punjab-Jammu and Kashmir border becomes operational by March 31, Jammu and Kashmir Water Resources Minister

India EU US Trade Deals Position India Globally but Challenges Remain

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Business

India has concluded landmark India EU US trade deals that mark a decisive shift from decades of protectionism, sealing the “mother of all trade deals” with the European Union on January 27,

Tarique Rahman Appoints Advisers: 10 Gain Minister Ranks

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman appoints advisers with the ranks of minister and state minister, according to a formal notification. The Bangladesh PM appoints 10 advisers effective immediately under official rules. This step

Traders Protest Rawalpindi Sparks 3-Hour Gridlock On Murree Road

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

Over 200 shopkeepers blocked traffic for 90 minutes in Rawalpindi on 17 February 2026, combining with ongoing construction to create severe traffic chaos ahead of Ramazan shopping. More than 200 traders staged

Ishaq Dar New York: Pakistan Demands Gaza Ceasefire at UNSC

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaches New York today to lead Pakistan’s voice at a high-level United Nations Security Council briefing on Palestine. ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign

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India Stops Ravi Water to Pakistan as Shahpur Kandi Dam Nears Completion

India will stop surplus Ravi river water flowing into Pakistan

India EU US Trade Deals Position India Globally but Challenges Remain

India has concluded landmark India EU US trade deals that

Tarique Rahman Appoints Advisers: 10 Gain Minister Ranks

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman appoints advisers with the ranks of

Current Affairs

India Stops Ravi Water to Pakistan as Shahpur Kandi Dam Nears Completion

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

India will stop surplus Ravi river water flowing into Pakistan once the Shahpur Kandi dam on the Punjab-Jammu and Kashmir border becomes operational by March 31, Jammu and Kashmir Water Resources Minister

Tarique Rahman Appoints Advisers: 10 Gain Minister Ranks

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman appoints advisers with the ranks of minister and state minister, according to a formal notification. The Bangladesh PM appoints 10 advisers effective immediately under official rules. This step

Traders Protest Rawalpindi Sparks 3-Hour Gridlock On Murree Road

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

Over 200 shopkeepers blocked traffic for 90 minutes in Rawalpindi on 17 February 2026, combining with ongoing construction to create severe traffic chaos ahead of Ramazan shopping. More than 200 traders staged

Ishaq Dar New York: Pakistan Demands Gaza Ceasefire at UNSC

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Current Affairs

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaches New York today to lead Pakistan’s voice at a high-level United Nations Security Council briefing on Palestine. ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign

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India EU US Trade Deals Position India Globally but Challenges Remain

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

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India has concluded landmark India EU US trade deals that mark a decisive shift from decades of protectionism, sealing the “mother of all trade deals” with the European Union on January 27,

IMF Review Mission to Evaluate Pakistan’s Economic Progress

Monday, February 16, 2026

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A crucial IMF review mission is set to arrive in Pakistan on February 25, 2026, for a two-week evaluation. This mission is part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to secure additional funding under

Asim Munir Marco Rubio Meeting Strengthens Ties

Sunday, February 15, 2026

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Pakistan’s army chief engages US Secretary of State in key talks on security at global forum. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met US

India Infrastructure Projects Get INR 1.6tn Cabinet Nod

Sunday, February 15, 2026

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India’s cabinet approved projects worth INR 1.6 trillion (USD 18 billion) for infrastructure, urban development and startups on Saturday, February 14, 2026, as announced by Information Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The approvals cover

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India Stops Ravi Water to Pakistan as Shahpur Kandi Dam Nears Completion

India EU US Trade Deals Position India Globally but Challenges Remain

Tarique Rahman Appoints Advisers: 10 Gain Minister Ranks

Traders Protest Rawalpindi Sparks 3-Hour Gridlock On Murree Road

Ishaq Dar New York: Pakistan Demands Gaza Ceasefire at UNSC

Pakistan and Qatar Leaders Strengthen Diplomatic Ties for Regional Peace

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India Stops Ravi Water to Pakistan as Shahpur Kandi Dam Nears Completion

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