Pakistan
India Calls Out UN Gridlock as Pakistan Shields Terror Group Behind Pahalgam Attack
Oct 24, 2025 10:15 pm CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized the United Nations' ineffectiveness in addressing terrorism, highlighting Pakistan's attempts to protect terror organizations at the UNSC. Speaking at the UN's 80th anniversary, he emphasized the urgent need for reforms as the global body becomes increasingly polarized and gridlocked, particularly in its response to terrorism and development challenges facing the Global South.
Pakistan Bans Far-Right TLP Under Anti-Terrorism Laws Following Deadly Anti-Israel Demonstrations
Oct 24, 2025 02:32 am CST
Pakistan has officially banned the far-right Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) for the second time under anti-terrorism laws after violent protests near Lahore left five people dead. The group, which mobilized supporters against a US-brokered Israel-Hamas ceasefire, has a history of organizing disruptive demonstrations despite gaining over two million votes in recent elections.
Operation Sindoor: How Indian Navy's Strategic Deployment Showcased Maritime Power and Forced Pakistan to Retreat
Oct 24, 2025 02:21 am CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the Indian Navy's strategic success during Operation Sindoor, where its deterrent posture forced Pakistan's naval forces to remain in harbor. The operation demonstrated India's maritime capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region while providing security for international shipping worth USD 5.6 billion, cementing India's position as a reliable maritime partner with growing indigenous defense capabilities.
Taliban Defense Minister Rejects Pakistan's Claims of India's Involvement in Border Conflict
Oct 22, 2025 10:51 am CST
Afghanistan's Defense Minister Mohammad Yaqoob has firmly dismissed Pakistan's allegations that India is involved in the recent Afghanistan-Pakistan border conflicts. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Yaqoob called these accusations "unfounded, illogical, and unacceptable," while expressing Kabul's intention to strengthen ties with India based on mutual national interests, despite ongoing tensions with Pakistan that have disrupted border crossings and affected civilians on both sides.
Salman Khan Sparks Controversy by Mentioning Balochistan and Pakistan Separately in International Forum Speech
Oct 20, 2025 02:43 pm CST
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has ignited debate across social media after referring to Balochistan and Pakistan as separate entities during his speech at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh. While discussing the global appeal of Indian cinema among expatriate communities in the Middle East, Khan distinctly listed "people from Balochistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan" as separate groups, prompting widespread speculation about whether this was a deliberate statement or simply a verbal slip. The incident highlights the complex geopolitical status of Balochistan, Pakistan's largest province, which has experienced decades of independence movements since becoming part of Pakistan in 1948.
Deaf-Mute Hindu Minor Allegedly Forced Into Marriage After Disappearance in Pakistan's Sindh Province
Oct 19, 2025 05:32 pm CST
A concerning case has emerged from Pakistan's Sindh province where a 15-year-old deaf and mute Hindu girl reappeared after a week-long disappearance, displaying an Islamic conversion certificate and allegedly married to an older Muslim man. The girl's family has filed an abduction complaint, while minority rights activists question the authenticity of her consent given her age and disabilities.
India's Strategic Pivot: Engaging the Taliban Regime Amid Regional Power Dynamics
Oct 19, 2025 03:49 pm CST
India's diplomatic engagement with the Taliban through Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's visit represents a significant strategic shift in South Asian geopolitics. This pragmatic approach prioritizes economic opportunities and regional security over ideological differences, challenging Pakistan's traditional influence in Afghanistan while advancing India's broader Central Asian connectivity goals. The developing relationship signals India's return to the Afghan diplomatic arena with implications for regional power dynamics and security cooperation.
BrahMos Missiles Cover All of Pakistan: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Highlights India's Strategic Capabilities
Oct 18, 2025 05:05 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that every part of Pakistani territory is now within range of BrahMos missiles during the inauguration of a new BrahMos manufacturing facility in Lucknow. Referring to Operation Sindoor as "just a trailer," Singh emphasized India's growing defence capabilities and self-reliance in military technology, marking a significant advancement in India's strategic position.
Former Australian PM Tony Abbott: India's Democratic Values Make It a Better US Ally Than Military-Run Pakistan
Oct 17, 2025 05:37 pm CST
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, called Pakistan a "military dictatorship" while praising India as a "liberal democracy." He criticized America's historical preference for Pakistan during the Cold War and emphasized that democratic values should guide international partnerships. Abbott also highlighted Pakistan's questionable counterterrorism efforts, noting they "gave Bin Laden a home" while claiming cooperation with the US.
Pakistani PM Faces Backlash After Excessive Praise for Trump at Gaza Summit
Oct 15, 2025 04:05 pm CST
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sparked outrage after lavishing praise on US President Donald Trump during the Gaza Summit, calling him a "man of peace" and crediting him with preventing an India-Pakistan war. Social media users and political figures criticized Sharif's remarks as embarrassing and demeaning to Pakistan, with many describing his behavior as excessive flattery unbecoming of a national leader.