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Indian authorities have forcibly deported hundreds of ethnic Bengali Muslims to Bangladesh in recent weeks, labeling them as “illegal immigrants” without providing due process, according to Human Rights Watch. The expulsions, which
On July 24, 2025, Britain and India will formalize a significant free trade agreement during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to London. This deal, finalized after three years of negotiations, aims
Police in Dhaka have filed a case against approximately 1,200 unidentified individuals accused of storming the Secretariat during a violent protest. The demonstration, which escalated into clashes between law enforcement and protesters,
India will officially resume issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens starting July 24, 2025, marking a major step in repairing strained bilateral relations. This is the first time in five years that
On July 23, 2025, Pakistan and Bangladesh finalized a landmark agreement granting visa-free entry to holders of diplomatic and official passports. The agreement was reached during Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s official visit
On July 18, 2025, Richard Lindsay, the UK’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, conducted his first official visit to Kabul, where he met senior members of the Islamic Emirate, including Deputy Prime Minister
On July 22, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to providing a secure and business-friendly environment for Chinese nationals amid the expansion of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). During a
On July 23, 2025, Pakistan and Afghanistan signed a landmark Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) in Islamabad, aimed at revitalizing and simplifying bilateral trade. The agreement, set to take effect on August 1,
On July 21, 2025, a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 jet crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara area, killing 32 people, including 25 children, and injuring over 160, many with
Indian cities need $2.4 trillion for climate infrastructure by 2050, World Bank says. With the urban population expected to nearly double to 951 million by 2050 from 480 million in 2020, India
Why China’s neighbours are worried about its new mega-dam project. China has begun constructing a $170 billion hydropower project on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet, set to surpass the Three Gorges
India, UK to sign free trade deal during Modi’s visit. On July 24, 2025, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to London, India and the United Kingdom will formalize a free trade
Sri Lanka central bank holds rates on tariff uncertainty. On July 23, 2025, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) decided to keep its benchmark interest rate steady at 7.75%, pausing after
Distraught students demand answers after plane crash turned Bangladesh school into ‘death trap’. On July 21, 2025, a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 jet crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara
The Trump administration claims no one has died due to US aid cuts. The truth in Afghanistan is otherwise. Reports from the ground paint a grim picture of families struggling to survive
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered devastating flash floods and landslides across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 10 lives, including six children and two women. The hardest-hit
The European Union has committed funds to support minority rights projects in Pakistan’s Punjab and Sindh provinces, focusing on fostering inclusivity and equitable opportunities for marginalized communities. This initiative aims to strengthen
Punjab has taken a historic step in its fight against drug trafficking and abuse by launching the Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF), the first provincial-level force of its kind in Pakistan. The
Farmers in Sindh, Pakistan, have announced a boycott of wheat cultivation for the 2025-26 season in response to a 45% agricultural income tax imposed by the government. The Sindh Chamber of Agriculture
On July 23, 2025, Zahir Jaffer, convicted for the brutal murder of Noor Mukadam, filed a review petition in the Supreme Court of Pakistan, challenging the upheld death sentence from May 20,
On July 21, 2025, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Asim Munir, met with a delegation of prominent business leaders at the General Headquarters in Karachi to discuss strategies for
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered devastating flash floods in Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, claiming the lives of five children in separate incidents. The relentless downpours, which have battered the region, caused a stream
Gilgit-Baltistan is reeling after days of torrential monsoon rains and glacial outbursts triggered catastrophic flash floods, leaving at least four dead, dozens injured, and hundreds stranded. The Gilgit-Baltistan Flood Rescue Operation July
The elusive Eurasian otter — locally known as voddur — is reclaiming its place in Kashmir’s waterways, with three confirmed sightings since 2023. Most recently, on May 28, 2025, a teenager spotted
On July 22, 2025, Pakistan marked a major milestone in global environmental diplomacy by signing the BBNJ Agreement—the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) on
On July 21, 2025, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, held a high-level meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to visit Pakistan on July 26, 2025, in a key move aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation between the two neighboring nations. The visit was officially
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an emergency advisory to telecom operators, calling for uninterrupted mobile and internet services amid intense monsoon rains and widespread flooding across the country. The advisory
The Bangladesh government has firmly denied allegations of concealing casualty figures from the tragic plane crash at Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara area. The incident, involving a Bangladesh Air Force
New Delhi, July 22, 2025 – A recent high-profile meeting between US leadership and Pakistan’s military chief has prompted India to reassess its diplomatic approach, particularly with China, as a strategic counterbalance.
A proposed mini trade deal between India and the United States is unlikely to be finalized before the August 1, 2025, deadline, according to recent reports. Negotiations, ongoing since June, have hit
The Afghan Ministry of Public Health has initiated a four-day polio vaccination campaign targeting approximately 7.3 million children under five across 19 provinces. This effort, spanning 187 districts, aims to protect young
The United Nations has voiced serious concerns over the Taliban’s recent arrests of numerous women and girls in Kabul for allegedly failing to comply with strict dress code regulations. Between July 16
Dhaka, July 22, 2025 – Experts are calling for Bangladesh to urgently enhance its climate negotiation capacity to better address the nation’s severe climate challenges, including rising sea levels and devastating floods.
A video circulating on social media platforms, including X, has falsely claimed to show security personnel being transported from Balochistan to Punjab for disciplinary action due to their refusal to engage in
On July 21, 2025, a coach of the Lasani Express, traveling from Lahore to Narowal, derailed near Kala Khatai, causing a temporary halt in rail operations along the Narowal-Lahore section. The incident,
Torrential rains and flash floods have struck Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), causing significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and agricultural fields across multiple districts. The heavy downpours, which began on July 21, 2025, have
The Sindh Mental Health Authority (SMHA) has extended free psychiatric services to over 3,500 patients across the province, addressing the growing need for accessible mental health care. This initiative reflects a commitment
On July 21, 2025, Jagdeep Dhankhar, India’s 14th Vice President, announced his resignation, citing health concerns that required him to prioritize medical care. The 74-year-old, who also served as the ex-officio Chairman
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) began the trading session on a high note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index climbing over 1,100 points in the opening hours on July 22, 2025. By mid-morning,
In a significant development in Balochistan, authorities have arrested 11 suspects, including a tribal leader, in connection with the brutal murder of a couple, identified as Bano Bibi and Ihsanullah, in an
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has rolled out a new phase of its Enterprise Development Fund (EDF) to bolster small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Balochistan, Pakistan. This initiative aims to
President Donald Trump recently announced his intention to assist Afghan evacuees stranded in the United Arab Emirates, emphasizing immediate action to protect those who aided U.S. forces during the Afghanistan conflict. However,
Four candidates are contesting a vacant Senate seat in Punjab today in a closely watched by-election. The candidates are Hafiz Abdul Kareem from the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Mehr Abdul Sattar from
Wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) has been identified in a sewage sample from the Diamer district in Gilgit-Baltistan, marking a concerning development in Pakistan’s ongoing battle against polio. This detection, confirmed by
The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) has declared a new campaign aimed at challenging government policies that harm the agricultural sector, a vital component of Pakistan’s economy. Led by PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh
A recent World Bank report outlines actionable strategies to enhance energy efficiency and decarbonization in Pakistan’s key industrial sectors, including cement, steel, fertilizer, textile, and paper and pulp. These industries, vital to
The Indian Rupee is expected to face continued downward pressure due to weakening Asian currencies and declining foreign equity inflows. On Monday, the rupee fell to a near one-month low, trading at
Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, has firmly stated that the Islamic Emirate will not permit any foreign military presence on Afghan soil, directly addressing recent claims by U.S. President Donald
Iran has extended the deadline for Afghan migrants to legalize their stay or leave the country until September 6, 2025, corresponding to the 15th of Sunbula in the Solar Hijri calendar. This
Bangladesh’s Home Affairs Adviser, Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, has stated that arrests in Gopalganj are strictly targeting individuals involved in criminal activities, refuting claims of indiscriminate detentions. The arrests follow
On July 20, 2025, President Donald Trump announced his commitment to assist Afghan refugees stranded in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) since fleeing Afghanistan during the 2021 Taliban takeover. The statement, shared
On the night of July 19–20, 2025, Pakistan’s security forces launched a precise intelligence-based operation in the Pahrod area of Pishin district, Balochistan, successfully eliminating four terrorists associated with Fitna-al-Hindustan — a
The governments of Pakistan and Azerbaijan are preparing to launch two new freight train services in 2025—the Pakistan‑Azerbaijan Express and the Pakistan‑Iran‑Azerbaijan route—as part of a major initiative to boost regional trade
On July 20, 2025, Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Kabul for a one-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between Pakistan and Afghanistan. He was received at Kabul
A coalition of civil society organisations in Lahore has urged Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to reconsider the proposed Yellow Line transit project along Canal Road, citing serious environmental, legal, and financial
Hundreds of thousands of supporters of Bangladesh’s largest Islamist party, Jamaat-e-Islami, gathered in Dhaka on July 19, 2025, to demand a comprehensive overhaul of the nation’s electoral system ahead of the general
Pakistan and the United States are on the verge of finalizing a significant trade agreement aimed at strengthening economic ties and ensuring stable market access for Pakistani exports. The ongoing negotiations, described
On July 18, 2025, Afghanistan hosted a significant trilateral meeting in Kabul with foreign ministers from Pakistan and Uzbekistan, focusing on enhancing regional cooperation through trade and infrastructure projects. The centerpiece of
Pakistan is reeling from an unusually severe monsoon season, with heavy rainfall claiming at least 180 lives and injuring over 500 people since late June. The National Disaster Management Authority reports that
On July 19, 2025, an accountability court in Peshawar extended the custody of four suspects linked to the Rs40 billion Kohistan corruption scandal, granting the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) a five-day physical
On July 13, 2025, dozens of retired government employees gathered in Kabul to protest the non-payment of their pensions, a grievance that has persisted for four years under the Islamic Emirate’s administration.
On July 19, 2025, Karachi and Lahore, Pakistan’s key commercial hubs, saw widespread market closures as traders initiated a nationwide strike to protest new taxation policies introduced in the Finance Act 2025-26.
A significant decline in rice exports has contributed to a downturn in Pakistan’s food shipments for the fiscal year 2025, halting a 20-month streak of consistent growth in raw food exports. The
Pakistan’s seafood exports reached $465.4 million in fiscal year 2024–25, marking a 13% increase from the previous year. The sector achieved a record-breaking volume of 216,350 metric tons, the highest in the
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh has initiated a comprehensive investigation into alleged financial misconduct spanning the 15-year rule of the Awami League, which ended with the ouster of former Prime Minister
On July 20, 2025, the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) extended its positive run for the fourth consecutive session, reflecting growing optimism among investors. The benchmark DSEX index climbed 53.36 points, a 1.03%
Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, is facing a critical water shortage that’s putting nearly seven million residents at risk. Over the past decade, groundwater levels have dropped by as much as 30
Karachi is bracing for intense monsoon activity beginning July 19, 2025, as monsoon currents strengthen across Sindh. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to continue
Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with top US officials in Washington, D.C., on July 18, 2025, to push forward efforts for a bilateral trade agreement between the two countries. Key meetings
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) earned international acclaim at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2025, held from July 18 to 20 at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom, by securing two
A deadly avalanche hit Camp 1 on K2 — the world’s second-highest mountain, standing at 8,611 meters — on July 18, 2025, claiming the life of renowned Pakistani mountaineer Iftikhar Hussain from
US President Donald Trump recently stated that five jets were shot down during the Pak-India war in May 2025, a claim made during a dinner with Republican lawmakers at the White House.
The Monsoon Plantation Campaign has kicked off across multiple districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, aiming to boost forest cover and promote environmental sustainability. Launched by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, the initiative began
The Punjab government has pledged financial support for residents affected by recent floods and heavy rainfall, as announced in a recent Punjab Assembly session. The state is mobilizing resources to provide relief
Pakistan’s IT sector has achieved a record-breaking milestone, with exports reaching $3.8 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, marking an 18% increase from the previous year’s $3.2 billion. This growth highlights the
Pakistan’s cotton sector is facing a significant challenge in 2025, with cotton arrivals at ginning factories plummeting by 32% compared to the previous year. By mid-July, only 297,751 bales reached factories nationwide,
Recent high-level diplomatic engagements in Kabul have underscored Afghanistan’s growing role in fostering regional cooperation. Senior officials from Pakistan and Uzbekistan met with Afghan leaders to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, trade, and
A severe malnutrition crisis is gripping Afghanistan, with one in two children suffering from inadequate nutrition, according to recent reports from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). This alarming situation, affecting millions
On July 19, 2025, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami held its first-ever national rally at the historic Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka, marking a significant moment in the country’s political landscape. The event, which began at
India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has called representatives from Google and Meta to appear at its Delhi headquarters on July 21, 2025, as part of an investigation into alleged money laundering tied to
The government of Bangladesh has entered into a three-year agreement with the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) to establish a mission focused on promoting and protecting
Severe monsoon storms have once again turned deadly in Bihar, India, where at least 33 people lost their lives due to lightning strikes over the span of two days—Wednesday and Thursday. The
On July 18, 2025, Federal Minister for Privatisation Aleem Khan reviewed the latest developments on the 815-kilometre Karachi-Quetta-Chaman Expressway (N-25)—a critical infrastructure initiative designed to accelerate economic growth in Balochistan. The National
On July 18, 2025, the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Defence formally backed the government’s plan to privatise Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). However, the panel attached key conditions—chief among them the preservation
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) carried out raids on July 18, 2025, targeting four transformer material suppliers suspected of forming a cartel to manipulate public sector tenders. The probe was launched
Pakistan is set to expand its national shipping fleet as part of a strategic effort to reduce a $4 billion annual foreign exchange loss incurred by relying on international shipping services. During
Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s recent airstrikes on Syrian territories, including Suweida, Daraa, and Damascus, describing them as reckless and a violation of international law. The strikes, which reportedly targeted key Syrian
Pakistan is advancing plans to launch a ferry service from Gwadar Port to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, aiming to strengthen regional trade and connectivity. Five private companies have submitted proposals to
On July 18, 2025, Germany deported 81 Afghan men convicted of crimes back to Afghanistan, marking the second such operation since the Taliban regained control in 2021. The flight, which departed from
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved a historic milestone on July 18, 2025, as the KSE-100 Index surged past the 140,000-point mark during early trading, driven by robust institutional buying and positive
On July 18, 2025, Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, met with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, at the General Headquarters
On July 17, 2025, Pakistani security forces successfully stopped a group of suspected terrorists from crossing into Pakistan along the Pak-Afghan border. The incident occurred in the evening when authorities detected the
On July 3, 2025, India’s Securities and Exchange Board (SEBI) barred U.S.-based Jane Street Group from trading in Indian securities markets, alleging the firm manipulated the Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty indices
Heavy monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Pakistan, particularly in Punjab province, where at least 63 people lost their lives and nearly 300 were injured in a single day due to flooding
Tesla has officially entered the Indian market, opening its first showroom in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex on July 15, 2025. The 4,000-square-foot “Experience Center” showcases the Model Y, priced at ₹60 lakh
Violence erupted in Gopalganj, Bangladesh, on July 16, 2025, during a rally organized by the National Citizen Party (NCP), resulting in four deaths and over 50 injuries. The clashes occurred when supporters
The Reko Diq Mining Corporation (RDMC) has injected over $28 million into Balochistan’s economy through taxes, royalties, and community investments as of June 2025. This includes $17.5 million in royalties, $3.8 million
On July 17, 2025, the United States designated The Resistance Front (TRF), responsible for the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially
Nearly 500 tonnes of high-energy biscuits, intended to feed 27,000 malnourished children in Afghanistan and Pakistan, will be incinerated or sent to landfills in the United Arab Emirates, costing U.S. taxpayers an