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Pakistan urges restraint in US-Iran conflict as renewed fighting threatens to derail the diplomatic process Islamabad helped establish between Washington and Tehran. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed Pakistan’s concern over the latest
Canada assistance for Pakistan worth more than C$47 million has been announced during Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s visit to Islamabad, as the two countries agreed to expand cooperation in development, security, trade
Pakistan seeks $10bn US backstop facility to strengthen its foreign exchange reserves and provide protection against future pressure on the country’s external finances, according to a person familiar with the proposal. Islamabad
Sri Lanka dengue outbreak figures have exceeded 76,000 infections as the government deploys Air Force drones, military personnel and police officers to contain the country’s worst surge in nearly a decade. At
India’s FY27 GDP growth outlook faces its two biggest downside risks from rising global oil prices and the possibility of a weak monsoon, according to the International Monetary Fund’s senior resident representative
The global hunger decline recorded over the past two years continued into 2025, with improvements registered across every continent, according to a new United Nations report. Even so, the report warns that
The Cockroach Janta Party protest in New Delhi entered a new phase on Tuesday, with organisers confirming that demonstrations would continue even as the movement abandoned plans for further marches following a
Iran and Pakistan reaffirmed their long-standing Iran-Pakistan trade goal of $10 billion in annual bilateral commerce on Monday, with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni making the commitment following talks with Pakistani counterpart
The United States remained Pakistan’s top export destination during FY26, accounting for 20 per cent of the country’s total exports, even as China continued to dominate the import side of the ledger
India now has its first dengue vaccine in India after the Drug Controller General of India granted marketing approval to Takeda Biopharmaceuticals India’s QDENGA, marking a significant milestone in the country’s long-running
The Chenab River water level is likely to surge significantly over the next couple of days following ongoing rain in the catchment areas of Indian-administered Kashmir and fresh spells of heavy rainfall
Pakistan-Canada trade cooperation moved to the centre of bilateral discussions on Monday as Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand held a series of high-level meetings in Islamabad, including with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
Snakebite cases in Chittagong have surged sharply as floodwaters begin to recede across the division, with health authorities reporting that snakes displaced from their natural habitats are increasingly turning up in residential
Elephant safaris in Chitwan are facing an uncertain future after Nepal’s Supreme Court directed authorities to explore alternatives to the decades-old activity, setting off a debate among tourism entrepreneurs, conservationists and elephant
Flash flooding in Afghanistan has killed at least 20 people after monsoon-driven waters tore through the eastern province of Nuristan on Monday, destroying homes and shops and leaving more than 80 people
India has no immediate plan to raise the ethanol mix in gasoline beyond the current 20 per cent level, junior oil minister Suresh Gopi told the Rajya Sabha on Monday, seeking to
Floods and landslides in northern India have killed at least 25 people over the past weekend, officials said on Monday, as torrential monsoon rain continued to batter large parts of the country’s
The Cockroach Janta Party protest reached a new peak on Monday as thousands of demonstrators gathered at Jantar Mantar in central New Delhi, defying a police ban to march toward parliament and
Port Qasim investment plans are expected to attract around $2 billion from investors in China, Qatar, Türkiye and the United Arab Emirates as Pakistan seeks to modernise its second major commercial port
Bangladesh has ordered its immigration authorities to restore the Bangladesh passport Israel clause, reinstating the phrase “except for Israel” on the country’s travel documents and reversing a change made under the government
A comprehensive Karachi fire safety audit has revealed widespread non-compliance with basic safety standards across the city, raising serious concerns over emergency preparedness in commercial and residential structures. The exercise, carried out
India floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains have killed at least 19 people, officials and local media said on Sunday, as rescue teams worked through affected regions in the country’s
The planned Cockroach Janta Party march on parliament has been denied permission by police in New Delhi, setting the stage for a potential standoff on the opening day of parliament’s monsoon session.
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Bangladesh flood death toll figures rose to 59 on Saturday as authorities reported further fatalities from flooding and landslides across the country’s south-eastern and north-eastern districts. Cox’s Bazar remained the worst-affected district,
Pakistan-China border cooperation is set to expand through coordinated action on immigration, border security and transnational crime, following talks between senior officials from the two countries in Islamabad. The two sides agreed
Vikram-1 launch operations successfully placed customer payloads into low-Earth orbit on Saturday, marking the first time a privately developed Indian rocket completed an orbital mission. The Vikram-1 rocket, developed by Hyderabad-based Skyroot
Boss scam in India cases have prompted the country’s securities regulator to warn listed companies and regulated entities about cybercriminals impersonating senior executives to secure fraudulent financial transfers. The Securities and Exchange
Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike entered a critical phase on Saturday when authorities moved the prominent Indian education reformer and environmental activist from a protest site in New Delhi to a government hospital
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Pakistan IT exports: Pakistan's IT exports hit a record $4.6 billion in FY26, marking a significant milestone for the country's economy and technology sect
The repatriation of Afghan nationals is gathering pace across Pakistan, with authorities in multiple districts arresting large numbers of Afghans and sending them back to their home country under the Illegal Foreigners’
Pakistan loss and damage fund applications will now take longer to process after the board overseeing the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage decided it needed more time to work through
Babai river erosion has placed five villages in Gulariya Municipality-10, in Nepal’s Bardiya district, at high risk after rising water levels triggered fresh damage to the riverbanks on Tuesday. As the water
The number of Nepali workers in Europe has risen sharply over the past year, marking a structural shift in the country’s labour migration patterns as jobseekers look increasingly beyond the Gulf. In
The Sindh child HIV outbreak centred on a government-run hospital in Karachi has now left at least 130 people, most of them children, testing positive for HIV, with officials confirming that the
The Mohammad Nawaz cannabis ban has been formally confirmed, with the International Cricket Council sanctioning the Pakistan all-rounder after he returned a positive test for a cannabis-related substance. The governing body announced
Talks over a possible Pakistan Kuwait defence pact are underway, with Islamabad negotiating an expanded security arrangement in exchange for energy cooperation and investment from Kuwait, according to five sources with knowledge
A Formula One return to India has moved a step closer, with the government now working to resolve the tax and regulatory hurdles that have kept the sport away from the country
India’s hydrogen-powered train has officially entered service, placing the country among a small group of nations operating this emerging clean transport technology. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the inaugural journey on
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U.S.-Iran peace talks: China and Pakistan call for an end to hostilities and a return to U.S.-Iran negotiations to stabilize West Asia amid escalating tens
2027 ODI World Cup format: The 2027 ODI World Cup introduces a new format that could reshape cricket rivalries, especially between Pakistan and India. Expl
Air pollution deaths in Bangladesh have reached an estimated 88,240 annually across six major cities, according to new research that highlights the growing public health and economic consequences of fine particulate matter.
Pakistan GSP+ review findings have raised concerns over the country’s human rights record despite acknowledging a series of recent legislative and institutional reforms, as Islamabad prepares to seek continued preferential access to
Pakistan joins global AI body, the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization, as a founding member in a move that places Islamabad within a new China-backed initiative seeking wider international coordination on artificial
Nepal electricity exports to India could increase by as much as 550 megawatts after the two countries agreed to expand the capacity of key cross-border transmission links, marking another step towards deeper
Bhutan glacier loss has intensified, with 27 glaciers disappearing and the country’s total glacier area shrinking by 57.69 square kilometres over a nine-year comparison period, according to a new national assessment. The
Vehicle owners have reported lower mileage and weaker performance after E20 petrol replaced lower ethanol blends, while the government maintains that the fuel is safe and supports India’s energy security. India E20
The Kudankulam nuclear plant data breach reportedly exposed blueprints, inspection records and supplier details linked to two units under construction, but Indian authorities maintain that no nuclear safety or security systems were
Bangladesh IMF programme negotiations are expected to begin in the coming months as the country faces weakening growth, persistent inflation and serious pressure within its banking sector. Bangladesh IMF programme discussions are
India’s domestic manufacturing push is expected to prioritise about 100 imported products across industries including textiles, footwear, electric vehicles and solar energy. India’s domestic manufacturing push is set to focus on products
Russia gasoline imports from India are poised to increase further, according to industry sources, as sustained Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries continue to erode Moscow’s domestic fuel production and widen a
The Nepal media houses blockade that left vehicles obstructing three major newsrooms in Kathmandu has drawn condemnation from lawmakers across the political spectrum, with members of both the ruling and opposition parties
The Phu Quoc speedboat accident that killed 15 Indian tourists off Vietnam’s southern coast has prompted the country’s maritime regulator to order port authorities nationwide to tighten waterway safety, review vessel licensing,
The Sheikh Hasina extradition case remains unresolved, India’s foreign ministry said this week, insisting that New Delhi’s position has not shifted despite the deposed Bangladeshi prime minister’s public pledge to return home
Watermelon seed smuggling from Nepal to India has emerged as a fast-growing illicit trade along the two countries’ shared frontier, with customs data and a string of police seizures across the Tarai
Kerala high-speed rail project: Kerala CM Satheesan states the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation's high-speed rail proposal is incomplete, raising concerns abou
bike taxi regulations South Asia: A consumer advocacy group urges changes to bike taxi regulations in South Asia, promoting private bikes and electrificati
Pakistan China ties deepen on two fronts this year, moving well beyond the infrastructure focused relationship that has defined much of the past decade. On the financial side, Islamabad has entered China’s
The Pakistan army chief Erdogan meeting in Ankara has placed fresh emphasis on regional security and the deepening of defense ties between the two countries, as Chief of Defence Forces and Chief
Pakistani customs authorities have cleared 26 WFP containers at Torkham border for entry into Afghanistan, marking a rare reopening of a crossing that has remained largely shut to cross border movement since
The US Russia sanctions bill has been revised to scale back its most punishing provisions, narrowing the scope of penalties aimed at countries that continue purchasing Russian oil, even as the White
The Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike has entered its seventeenth consecutive day, with the prominent Indian activist’s deteriorating health prompting senior opposition figures to publicly appeal for him to end his fast. Wangchuk,
The India forced labour import ban has moved from proposal to policy, with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry formally amending the country’s foreign trade rules to prohibit the import of goods
The GFS Galaxy vessel attack off the coast of Oman has prompted a strong condemnation from India, after 10 of the 11 Indian nationals on board the merchant ship were rescued while
The Select Technologies IPO has raised Rs3.2 billion, or roughly $11.5 million, in the first Initial Public Offering of fiscal year 2026-27, attracting strong interest from a broad range of investors, the
Asim Munir’s Turkiye visit began on Monday, as Pakistan’s Chief of Defense Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, arrived in Turkiye for a two-day official trip to hold talks with the country’s political
Pakistan Netflix talks are now underway, with the government confirming it is negotiating with Netflix and other global streaming companies to expand opportunities for local productions, even as it separately develops a
retail inflation June 2026: Retail inflation in South Asia reaches 4.38% in June 2026, driven by rising food prices, impacting consumer behavior and econom
A Sheikh Hasina prison return to Bangladesh now looks all but certain, according to a senior government official, days after the ousted prime minister told Reuters she intends to travel back from
Bangladesh IMF phased reforms have received the International Monetary Fund’s endorsement, as Dhaka pushes for a gradual, sequenced approach to economic policy changes under a new lending arrangement. Finance Minister Amir Khosru
India has told renewable energy developers to either surrender their clean energy grid connection or furnish higher bank guarantees if their projects are not generating power, as the country moves to free
India women's cricket Test match: India defeated England by 270 runs in the first women's Test match at Lord's, marking a historic moment for women's crick
India US trade talks have failed to produce a quick agreement, with New Delhi choosing to hold out for more favourable terms rather than settle for a hurried arrangement with Washington. According
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India Afghanistan agricultural cooperation was discussed in New Delhi as Indian officials met representatives of Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities to explore collaboration in farming, livestock, food security and agricultural research. Afghanistan’s acting Minister
Salinity in coastal Bangladesh is increasingly being viewed not only as an environmental and livelihood problem, but also as a public health concern with possible implications for pregnancy, hypertension, kidney disease, disability
Sonam Wangchuk fast continued at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar as the Cockroach Janta Party announced a march to Parliament on July 20, the opening day of the Monsoon Session, to press its demands
Pakistan-Turkiye social protection MoU has been signed in Islamabad to strengthen cooperation on family affairs, social services, social security, women’s rights and institutional collaboration. The memorandum of understanding was signed during a
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia economic cooperation is set to expand after ministers from both countries agreed to further strengthen economic ties and broaden collaboration in the energy sector. The understanding was reached during a
Bangladesh monsoon floods have killed at least 50 people in the past week, as flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain displaced thousands and left communities in the southeast struggling for
OIC women empowerment conference began in Islamabad on Sunday with technical-level meetings aimed at finalising recommendations for ministers on expanding women’s social, economic and political participation across member states. Pakistan is hosting
Tata Consultancy Services AI plan includes creating a team of up to 8,900 deployment engineers as India’s largest IT services company expands its artificial intelligence business and explores acquisitions in AI, data
Pakistan digital assets review should include both technical and Shariah perspectives, Minister of State for Crypto and Digital Assets Bilal Bin Saqib said after meeting prominent Islamic scholar Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani.
Pakistan US trade talks have made progress in Washington as both sides work toward a reciprocal trade agreement aimed at replacing temporary tariff measures with a more stable bilateral trade framework. Pakistan’s
Bangladesh floods have killed at least 44 people and left more than one million stranded after days of torrential monsoon rain triggered widespread flooding and landslides across the country’s southeast. Authorities said
Islamabad MoU remains a viable diplomatic roadmap for de-escalation, Pakistan told the United Nations, as it urged all sides to uphold their commitments and avoid actions that could further undermine regional peace.
Afghan repatriation from Pakistan has drawn renewed concern from the United Nations refugee agency as daily returns through the Torkham border crossing rise sharply following the expiry of a government deadline. The
Gwadar Port bunkering operation has been completed successfully for the first time on a commercial basis, marking a significant step in Pakistan’s efforts to expand marine services and position the port as
OIC women empowerment conference opens in Islamabad today, bringing together ministers, senior officials, representatives of OIC institutions, international organisations and development partners for two days of talks on advancing women’s rights across
Vietnam boat capsizing off the southern island of Phu Quoc killed at least 15 Indian tourists on Saturday, after a vessel carrying visitors overturned during a trip between Hon May Rut Island