Twin blasts kill three police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Three policemen were killed in twin bomb blasts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, media reports said, as authorities respond and investigate amid rising security threats.
Pakistan bans hard-line TLP after deadly clashes
Pakistan outlaws the hard-line Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan after deadly clashes with police, adding it to the proscribed list under anti-terrorism law amid unrest.
Pakistan Navy intercepts $1bn drug haul at sea
Pakistan Navy seizes narcotics worth nearly $1bn in an intelligence-led operation in the Arabian Sea, in one of the country’s largest recent maritime drug busts.
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire
Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire after over a week of deadly clashes, Qatar says, following intensive Doha talks mediated with Turkey.
Pakistan polio drive reaches 43.7m children: WHO update test
Pakistan's polio drive reached 43.7m+ children nationwide, as WHO EMR Week 34, 2025 bulletin reports ongoing surveillance and next steps to end polio effort.
Afghan women secure late FIFA nod for Morocco games
Afghanistan’s exiled women’s football team gained late FIFA clearance to play in Morocco, marking a key step toward recognition after years in limbo.
Grand Egyptian Museum to open fully in Giza
Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza is opening in full, National Geographic reports, with complete access to galleries including the Tutankhamun collection.
Pakistan slump in SA Test; 3-3 draw in Johor hockey
Pakistan cricket suffer collapse vs South Africa as Harmer and Muthuswamy dominate; coach Azhar Mahmood cites shot selection. Juniors draw 3-3 with India in Johor.
India, Afghanistan to form trade panel, upgrade ties – Test
India and Afghanistan agreed to form a trade committee and upgrade diplomatic ties during FM Amir Khan Muttaqi’s New Delhi visit, signaling a cautious thaw.
Pakistan blames neighbours, steps up border ops after surge
Pakistan blames neighbours for a terror surge and says forces are conducting targeted border operations, as Taliban FM Amir Khan Muttaqi delivers a message from India.
