Xi Jinping proposes 4-point plan for Middle East peace amid US-Iran tensions
Apr 14, 2026, at 11:08 pm
Chinese President Xi Jinping has put forward a four-point proposal aimed at promoting peace and stability in the Middle East, according to a report by Xinhua.
Unpaid hotel bills overshadow Pakistan’s hosting of US–Iran talks in Islamabad
Apr 14, 2026, at 09:34 pm
A diplomatic initiative in Islamabad has drawn scrutiny after reports that the Pakistani government failed to settle dues for the venue hosting recent US–Iran discussions.
Pakistan: Protest storm hits Balochistan Assembly after Quetta killing, Hazara deaths
Apr 14, 2026, at 07:18 pm
Members from both the opposition and treasury benches in the Balochistan Assembly staged protests over the killing of a man in Quetta, media reports said.
Mob takes cops hostage during child recovery raid in Pakistan, dramatic rescue follows
Apr 14, 2026, at 06:38 pm
Police in Pakistan have rescued five personnel, including a woman constable, who were taken hostage by a mob during a court-ordered raid to recover a nine-year-old boy from a village on Monday.
Tribute sparks row: Pakistan regulator pulls up channel over Asha Bhosle coverage
Apr 14, 2026, at 12:02 am
A tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle has triggered a regulatory controversy in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority issuing a show-cause notice to Geo News.
Job offer turns nightmare: Woman allegedly raped in Pakistan after social media trap
Apr 13, 2026, at 06:09 pm
A young woman was allegedly raped in Pakistan’s Chenab Nagar after being lured to a house by a man who promised her a job.
Terror strikes polio drive: Cop killed on Day 1 of vaccination campaign in Pakistan
Apr 13, 2026, at 06:01 pm
At least one policeman was killed and four others injured after a police team came under attack while en route to provide security for polio vaccination workers in Pakistan’s Hangu District on Monday.
Gunmen strike in Pakistan: Two Hazara community members shot dead
Apr 12, 2026, at 10:20 pm
At least two members of the Hazara community were killed and three others injured in a suspected targeted attack in Quetta on Sunday, according to media reports.
Electricity shock in Pakistan: Bills to rise again from April
Apr 12, 2026, at 06:12 pm
Pakistan’s households are set to face higher electricity costs after the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved an increase in tariffs under the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA), according to media reports.
Bangladesh: Pir killed over alleged insult to Islam; Hindu homes attacked in separate incidents
Apr 12, 2026, at 03:15 pm
A 'pir' (Muslim spiritual leader) was hacked to death over an accusation of insulting Islam, while in a separate incident, Hindu houses and shops were vandalised in Bangladesh recently.
US-Iran talks underway in Islamabad as Pakistan steps in to broker high-stakes peace deal
Apr 11, 2026, at 11:10 pm
Islamabad/IBNS: In a significant diplomatic development, senior officials from the United States and Iran have begun direct negotiations in Islamabad, marking their first face-to-face engagement at this level since 1979.
Bloodshed in broad daylight: Peace committee member among 5 shot dead in Pakistan
Apr 11, 2026, at 05:28 pm
At least five people, including a member of a local peace committee, were shot dead in separate incidents in Pakistan’s Tank and Dera regions on Friday, according to media reports.
Apr 11, 2026, at 09:14 am
An Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has arrived in Pakistan ahead of a high-profile meeting with US representatives, according to media reports.
US aircraft lands in Pakistan as high-stakes Iran talks hang in balance
Apr 10, 2026, at 09:18 pm
A US Air Force transport aircraft bearing the marking “Charleston” was spotted approaching Nur Khan Airbase in Pakistan on Friday, signalling Washington’s possible arrival for crucial peace talks with Tehran.
Minor girl sexually assaulted in Pakistan, 14-year-old suspect detained
Apr 08, 2026, at 05:24 pm
A minor girl was sexually assaulted in Pakistan's Wanda Mirwali Surband area on Monday, an incident reflecting the atrocities faced by girls in the nation.
Pakistan: One killed after mini-truck hits Easter procession
Apr 07, 2026, at 06:26 pm
A man was killed and more than a dozen others were injured after a speeding mini-truck rammed into a procession taken out by the local Christian community to observe Easter in Pakistan’s Gujrat region, according to media reports.
Power crisis hits hard: Pakistan orders early shutdown of markets nationwide, barring Sindh
Apr 07, 2026, at 10:19 am
The Pakistan government has decided to close markets and shopping malls across the country by 8 pm—except in Sindh—as part of energy conservation measures amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, according to media reports.
Poila Boisakh: Why Bangladesh just renamed its most celebrated Bengali New Year procession?
Apr 06, 2026, at 03:29 pm
Bangladesh has renamed the Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) procession—recognised by UNESCO—as Boishakhi Shobhajatra, Culture Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury announced on Sunday.
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman appeals for religious harmony in Easter meeting
Apr 05, 2026, at 11:13 pm
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called for unity and cooperation among people of all religious communities, urging them to work together to build a prosperous and inclusive nation.
Pakistani journalists boycott National Assembly over layoffs, unpaid salaries
Apr 05, 2026, at 10:24 pm
Pakistani journalists staged a walkout from the press gallery of the National Assembly in Islamabad on Tuesday, boycotting coverage of parliamentary proceedings to protest recent layoffs and the suspension of salaries across several media organisations.
Pakistan: 65 attacks in four days? BLA’s explosive claims shake Balochistan
Apr 05, 2026, at 08:57 pm
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for carrying out 65 coordinated attacks across multiple districts of Balochistan between March 29 and April 1.
‘Will hit Kolkata’: Pakistan Defence Minister's big threat after India's stern warning
Apr 05, 2026, at 12:52 am
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned of a strong response to any perceived provocation from India, stating that Islamabad could target Kolkata in the event of escalation.
Pakistan to repay entire $3.5B UAE loan — Shocking move amid crisis
Apr 04, 2026, at 06:19 pm
Pakistan, a nation grappling with financial challenges, is preparing to repay a $3.5 billion debt to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) this month, according to media reports.
From adventure to shock: German national's cycle, camera robbed while camping in Islamabad
Apr 04, 2026, at 05:16 pm
A German cyclist travelling across multiple countries worldwide had his bicycle stolen in Pakistani city of Islamabad, in an incident that has once again drawn attention to security concerns faced by foreigners in the country.
Apr 03, 2026, at 11:41 pm
Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued an unusually direct and aggressive warning, signaling that any future conflict could spill deep into Indian territory.
Everest scam uncovered! Guides accused of poisoning climbers for $20 million insurance payouts
Apr 03, 2026, at 09:58 pm
High on the slopes of Mount Everest, where survival depends on trust as much as endurance, a troubling allegation has emerged that challenges the foundations of the trekking industry.
Fuel shock in Pakistan! Petrol up 43 pct, diesel soars 55 pct as Middle East war fallout hits hard
Apr 03, 2026, at 09:34 am
Prices of petrol and diesel have significantly spiked in Pakistan in response to the rising global energy prices, caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Horror in Pakistan: Woman allegedly gang-raped in moving van, police launch manhunt
Apr 01, 2026, at 05:46 pm
A 19-year-old married woman was allegedly gang-raped by four men inside a van in Rawalpindi, media reports said, once again raising serious concerns over women’s safety in the country.
‘Unlawful attack’: HRW slams Pakistan over deadly Kabul airstrike
Mar 31, 2026, at 06:12 pm
A Pakistani airstrike on a drug treatment center in Afghanistan on March 16, 2026, was an unlawful attack and a possible war crime, Human Rights Watch said recently.
Mystery death in Pakistan: JeM chief Masood Azhar’s brother found dead
Mar 31, 2026, at 10:34 am
Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar’s brother, Mohammad Tahir Anwar, has died in Pakistan under mysterious circumstances, according to media reports.