Unlike in 2019, Pakistan was largely absent from India’s election rhetoric. Now that’s changed – after a three-word post
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The court appearance of the 71-year-old leader was not livestreamed on the court’s website or aired on news channels.
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Why are the residents of Pakistan-administered Kashmir out on the streets and what are their demands?
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Both sides have so far rejected concessions, but many analysts say this rupture is untenable and a compromise is needed.
The rapid melting of Pakistan’s icy giants is creating hardships and challenges for vulnerable communities.
As the Supreme Court debates the convictions of 85 people, families wait for their loved ones.
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Nationwide riots on this ‘dark day’ last year triggered a months-long political crisis that saw ex-PM Imran Khan jailed.
A new regulator aims to legalise hemp growth, while crushing a black market. But is Pakistan too late to the party?
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At least 144 people died due to the heavy rainfall in April.
Farmers say recent wheat import policies have caused their financial woes.
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Babar Azam to lead 18-man squad which also includes injured wicketkeepers Azam Khan and Mohammad Rizwan.
May Day, or International Labour Day, is observed in many countries as a day to celebrate workers’ rights.
Pakistan seeks another long-term IMF programme to support its ailing economy but experts say focus must be on reforms.
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More than 100,000 Hindu pilgrims are expected to do the three-day pilgrimage at one of the faith’s holiest sites.
