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Pakistan: Petrol, diesel prices hiked amid West Asia tensions

The Government of Pakistan has announced a sharp hike in the prices of petrol and diesel by PKR 55 per litre, in the wake of the escalating security situation in West Asia, as per a report by ARY News.... read..

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Religious discrimination forcing families to leave Pakistan, says volunteer at UNHRC

Lara Delutis, a volunteer representing the Sambhali Trust, a community-based non-profit organisation based in Rajasthan, spoke at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) about the challenges faced by migrants from minority communities who ... read..

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Pakistan's border mismanagement deepens crisis as Balochistan faces fuel and food shortages

The ongoing tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States have begun to severely disrupt the supply of essential commodities in Balochistan's border districts, exposing Pakistan's fragile supply systems and leaving local populations vulnerable to ... read..

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Pakistani man Asif Merchant convicted for plot to kill US President Donald Trump at Iran's behest

Asif Merchant, a Pakistani accused of plotting with Iranian authorities to assassinate US President Donald Trump has been convicted by a court in Brooklyn, reported the New York Times. Merchant was found guilty of attempted terrorism and murder for hire b... read..

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Pakistan's airstrikes killed mostly Afghan women and children: UN report

Women and children have suffered the largest share of civilian casualties in Afghanistan after recent cross-border strikes and clashes involving Pakistan, according to a new report by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA).... read..

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Pakistan's Op 'Ghazab lil-Haq' killed mostly Afghan women, children: UN report

Women and children have suffered the largest share of civilian casualties in Afghanistan after recent cross-border strikes and clashes involving Pakistan, according to a new report by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA).... read..

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Pakistan's education sector in crisis as funding drops, learning outcomes plummet

Pakistan's education system continues to struggle with severe funding shortages and declining learning standards, according to a recent government report that highlights deep structural problems in the sector.... read..

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Pakistan's cotton sector under pressure as taxes and policy failures push farmers toward alternative crops

As the cotton sowing season approaches in South Punjab and Sindh, farmers are preparing for the upcoming Kharif cycle amid mounting economic pressures. Growers say they are entering the season not only with seeds but also with a heavy tax burden that coul... read..

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Two missing men found dead in Balochistan; BYC slams Pakistan

The discovery of two bodies in the Panjgur district of Balochistan has intensified concerns over alleged enforced disappearances in the region, with rights groups accusing Pakistani security forces of involvement. The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) claim... read..

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Bangladesh name squad for three-match ODI series against Pakistan

Bangladesh have announced their squad for the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan in Dhaka, as per the ICC website. The three-match series will begin on March 11, with the remaining matches scheduled for March 13 and March 15.... read..

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"My family was threatened": Pakistani man tells US court Iranian spies coerced him into plot to kill Trump, Biden

A Pakistani national accused of conspiring to assassinate American political figures testified that Iranian intelligence operatives coerced him into a plot targeting Donald Trump and Joe Biden, the New York Post reported.... read..

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Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 hits Pakistan

An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 struck in Pakistan, National Center for Seismology said.... read..

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Pakistan's blasphemy victim Shagufta Kiran's case raised at UN in Geneva

During the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Jubilee Campaign representative Hulda Fahmi, during an interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Torture, highlighted the case of Shagufta Kiran, a Christian woman impriso... read..

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BLA claims execution of seven Pakistani soldiers captured in "Operation Herof II"

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) announced on Tuesday that it had executed seven Pakistani military personnel who were taken captive during "Operation Herof II" after receiving approval from its Senior Command Council, according to a report by The Balochi... read..

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UN representative calls for repeal of anti blasphemy laws in 11 countries including Pakistan

Jubilee Campaign representative Hulda Fahmi, during the 61st UNHRC session in an interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Torture, urged the Council to prioritise the repeal of dehumanising anti-apostasy and anti-blasphemy laws, including in th... read..

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Babar Azam dropped as Pakistan names ODI squad for Bangladesh Tour

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Bangladesh.... read..

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US Embassy in Pakistan cancels Visa appointments amid security concerns

The US Embassy in Islamabad announced the cancellation of all visa appointments through Friday, March 6, citing the current security situation, amidst the ongoing Iranian protests for the death of the Supreme Leader Ayotallah Khamenei.... read..

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J-K: Teryath Police seizes balloon bearing Pakistan International Airlines inscription

Rajouri Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Teryath have seized a balloon resembling an aircraft and bearing the inscription Pakistan International Airlines (PIA).... read..

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Pakistan: Families of detained BYC leaders barred from press conference amid health concerns

In a move that has sparked criticism from activists and legal circles, police in Quetta reportedly prevented families of detained leaders of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee from addressing the media at the Quetta Press Club. Relatives of the detainees, incl... read..

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Pakistan: Multiple roads closed in Karachi due to protests against Ayotallah Khamenei's killing

Multiple roads were closed in Karachi's West and South districts on Monday, in view of the prevailing security situation due to countrywide protests for the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to the Dawn.... read..

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"My favourite T20 WC match against Pakistan was definitely the 2007 final we played": Rohit Sharma recalls memories of IND-PAK contests

Former Indian skipper and the ambassador for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Rohit Sharma, reflected on the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan, highlighting key moments that have defined their encounters since the tournament's inception in 2007.... read..

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PCB slaps hefty fine on Pakistan squad after T20 World Cup exit

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a hefty fine of PKR 5 million (approximately US$ 18,000) on each member of the national squad following their disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup 2026.... read..

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Karachi Shootings: Official silence raises questions over Pakistan's sovereignty, accountability

While Pakistanis bury their dead in Karachi, the state appears to be focused more on managing optics than ensuring accountability. In its reporting, brief.pk argued that Pakistan's response to the killing of its own citizens has sparked serious questions ... read..

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Afghanistan strikes key military bases in Pakistan, including Nur Khan Airbase

Amid escalated cross-border tension between Afghanistan and Pakistan, the Ministry of National Defense of the Islamic Emirate stated that it had carried out airstrikes on major military installations in Pakistan, including the Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpin... read..

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Iran blocks 3 Pakistani ships from entering Strait of Hormuz

Three vessels operated by the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) were stopped on Sunday by Iran from proceeding towards the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the ARY News reported.... read..

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"Trump romances with Pakistan, Modi's clean chit to China, unfair US trade deal...": Jairam Ramesh slams government's foreign policy

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the Centre's foreign policy, calling it "brutally exposed" and listing "failures" ranging from US-Pakistan relations to the handling of China and the recent Iran crisis.... read..

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Pakistan: 9 dead, 32 injured in protests near US Consulate in Karachi

At least nine people died on Sunday after clashes between protesters and Pakistani law enforcement personnel near the US Consulate in Karachi, Dawn News reported, citing the executive director of Civil Hospital Karachi's (CHK) trauma centre.... read..

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Pakistan: Several injured in clashes between police, protesters near US Consulate in Karachi

At least five people were injured on Sunday after heavy clashes broke out between police and demonstrators outside the US consulate in Karachi who were protesting against the US-Israeli strikes in Iran, GeoTV reported.... read..

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We couldn't bat well throughout the tournament, says Pakistan skipper Salman Agha after his side's journey ends in T20 WC

As Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka in their last Super 8 fixture of the ongoing T20 World Cup on Saturday, Men in Green skipper Salman Agha felt winning the toss could've changed the game much more in their favour and said the struggles in the middle order on... read..

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High alert at LoC: Indian Army thwarts multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts in J-K

The Indian Army has thwarted multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts in Jammu and Kashmir in the Poonch district, along the Line of Control (LoC), amid a rapidly evolving situation in West Asia.... read..

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Pakistan: JSFM alleges crackdown on Sindhi National Movement, appeals to international community

The Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) has alleged an intensified crackdown on Sindhi nationalist activists across Sindh, claiming that state institutions are targeting members of the movement through raids, arrests, and enforced disappearances.... read..

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Rights commission raises alarm over forced evictions in Pakistan's Umerkot

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed deep concern over the forced eviction of long-settled families in the Umerkot district, calling it a grave violation of human rights and a sign of systemic policing failures.... read..

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US backs Pakistan's 'right to defend itself' against Afghan attacks

US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker on Friday (local time) expressed condolences to Pakistan for the lives lost in the recent conflict with Afghanistan and affirmed support for Pakistan's right to defend itself.... read..

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Hyrbyair Marri alleges Pakistani aggression against Afghanistan and Balochistan

Baloch nationalist leader Hyrbyair Marri has levelled strong allegations against Pakistan, accusing it of repeated military aggression against Afghanistan and continued occupation of Balochistan, in a detailed post shared on X.... read..

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Pakistan bans drones nationwide following Afghan drone attacks amid border clashes

Amid rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, Pakistan's Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, said that Afghanistan carried out drone attacks on Abbottabad, Swabi, and Nowshera, as per Tolo News.... read..

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"I would... but I get along with Pakistan": Trump on possible intervention in Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said he might consider intervening in the ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan but emphasized his good relations with Pakistan's leadership.... read..

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Afghanistan open to talks after Pakistan airstrikes major cities

Afghanistan said it is open to negotiations after Pakistan carried out airstrikes on several major cities, with Islamabad's defence minister declaring the two countries in "open war" following months of escalating tensions and reciprocal attacks, as repor... read..

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T20 WC: Pakistan beat SL by five runs in a thriller despite Shanaka, Rathnayake heroics; NZ seal semifinal spot

Scintillating half-centuries from skipper Dasun Shanaka and Pavan Rathnayake went in vain as co-hosts Sri Lanka ended their ICC T20 World Cup campaign on a disappointing and winless note, losing to Pakistan by five runs in a thriller at Pallekele on Satur... read..

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New Zealand are "pretty nervous," says Santner as Blackcaps depend on Pakistan-Sri Lanka result for T20 WC semis qualification

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged the nervousness in the team camp after their loss against England in both teams' last Super 8s match of the T20 World Cup 2026, at Colombo on Friday. The defeat meant that New Zealand now depend on the res... read..

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"Self-declared Vishwaguru exposed": Jairam Ramesh hits out at PM Modi over Trump's Pakistan praise

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that "self-declared Vishwaguru" has been "exposed" following US President Trump's recent stance on the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict.... read..

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Trump says Pakistan "doing terrifically well" amid ongoing Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) stated that he has a very good relationship with Pakistan and said that Pakistan is "doing terrifically well" when questioned about a potential intervention in the ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afgh... read..

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