Iranian, Pakistani officials discuss regional security, Afghanistan crisis
The talks took place during Baloch’s visit to Iran.
Afghanistan, South Asia
South Asia
Gunmen kill police officer guarding polio vaccination team in Pakistan
The attack occurred in Jamrud, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province
South Asia
Pakistan’s federal government rejects provincial plan to negotiate with Taliban
The KP administration has also proposed working with cross-border tribal communities to curb militancy and improve regional security.
Afghanistan, South Asia
Pakistan says it hosts 2.9 million Afghan nationals
1.04 million Afghan refugees are registered, Pakistan says.
Afghanistan, South Asia
Pakistan’s senate committee addresses Afghan refugee crisis, calls for international support
According to a report by The Express Tribune, 1.4 million Afghan refugees are registered, while 700,000 remain undocumented.
South Asia
Indian opposition lawmaker arrested on rape charges
Rathore was taken into custody days after a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her.
Afghanistan, South Asia
Pakistan raises concerns over US weapons left in Afghanistan
In a statement on Wednesday, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said the presence of these weapons poses a “profound concern for the.
South Asia
Official says ‘situation under control’ after India’s deadly Kumbh Mela stampede
“Proper treatment facilities have been ensured for victims with serious injuries,” Adityanath said.
Afghanistan, South Asia
Taliban relocating TTP families from border areas, report says
The move comes in response to repeated requests from the Pakistani government, the report says.
South Asia
Pakistani journalists protest new social media oversight law
The proposed legislation calls for the creation of an independent regulatory body equipped with investigative powers.