Friday, 28 March 2025

South Asian Update
South Asian Update
India has always tried to cast an evil eye on Pakistan: President Zardari

India has always tried to cast an evil eye on Pakistan: President Zardari

Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari said on Sunday that India has consistently attempted to undermine Pakistan, while the country also faces threats from militant groups, specifically the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which he referred to as fitna-e-Khawarij.

Pakistan train hijack: Nearly a dozen killed, Over100 rescued so far

Pakistan train hijack: Nearly a dozen killed, Over100 rescued so far

A shocking hostage crisis emerged on Tuesday when militants targeted the Jaffar Express in a remote region of Balochistan, holding more than 400 passengers captive, including several security personnel.

Azerbaijan to receive first batch of JF-17 thunder jets from Pakistan soon

Azerbaijan to receive first batch of JF-17 thunder jets from Pakistan soon

Azerbaijan is set to receive its first batch of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan in the near future, with potential for joint production down the line, Pakistan`s Information Minister Atta Tarar revealed during an interview on Nadeem Malik Live.

Pakistan threatens to deport Afghans if US relocation timeline isn’t met

Pakistan threatens to deport Afghans if US relocation timeline isn’t met

Pakistan has issued a warning that Afghan nationals awaiting relocation to the United States may be deported to Afghanistan if their cases are rejected or not processed within the agreed timeline.

PTI to move IHC over curbs on meeting Imran Khan
PTI to move IHC over curbs on meeting Imran Khan

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) plans to file a petition in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) today (Monday) against restrictions preventing its parliamentary leaders from meeting party founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail.

US to provide F-35 fighter jets to India, Pakistan angry
US to provide F-35 fighter jets to India, Pakistan angry

Pakistan has strongly opposed the United States` decision to supply F-35 fighter jets to India, expressing concerns that such a move could disrupt the military balance in South Asia. 

Imran Khan urges Pakistan army to stay within constitutional limits

Imran Khan urges Pakistan army to stay within constitutional limits

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has written a second open letter to Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, accusing the military of political interference and highlighting alleged mistreatment in prison. He urged the army to operate within its constitutional boundaries.

10 ’beggars’ deported from Saudi Arabia arrested in Pakistan

10 ’beggars’ deported from Saudi Arabia arrested in Pakistan

Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) detained ten individuals at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport following their deportation from Saudi Arabia, where they allegedly engaged in begging while masquerading as Umrah pilgrims.

Pakistan parliament outlaws disinformation with 3-year jail term

Pakistan parliament outlaws disinformation with 3-year jail term

Pakistan`s parliament has approved legislation criminalizing online disinformation, making it punishable by up to three years in prison. 

Pakistan to host multinational naval exercise in February

Pakistan to host multinational naval exercise in February

Pakistan will host a biennial multinational naval exercise next month with participation from 60 countries.

Imran Khan directs PTI to seek apex court intervention in rights cases

Imran Khan directs PTI to seek apex court intervention in rights cases

Pakistan`s Former prime minister Imran Khan has asked his party’s interim chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan to write a letter to Chief Justice Yayha Afridi and Constitutional Bench head Justice Aminuddin Khan to take up Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) human rights cases on priority.

PTI presents ’charter of demands’ in 3rd round of talks with pakistan govt

PTI presents ’charter of demands’ in 3rd round of talks with pakistan govt

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) formally submitted its `charter of demands` to the government in writing on Thursday during the third round of negotiations aimed at easing political tensions in the country.

Pakistan-Bangladesh underscore importance of stronger defence ties

Pakistan-Bangladesh underscore importance of stronger defence ties

Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir and Bangladesh’s Principal Staff Officer (PSO) of the Armed Forces Division, Lt Gen S M Kamr-ul-Hassan, highlighted the need to strengthen defence ties during their meeting on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

27 insurgents killed in operation in Pakistan’s Balochistan

27 insurgents killed in operation in Pakistan’s Balochistan

Twenty-seven terrorists were killed in a military operation in Pakistan`s southwest Balochistan province, the military said on Monday.

Bangladesh eases visa process for Pakistanis

Bangladesh eases visa process for Pakistanis

Bangladesh has eased its visa process for Pakistani nationals to foster closer trade and economic relations between the two nations.

Pakistan Govt, PTI unable to ’see eye to eye’ on dialogue

Pakistan Govt, PTI unable to ’see eye to eye’ on dialogue

Despite some progress in negotiations between the Pakistan government and the opposition, talks between the ruling coalition and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have hit a stumbling block over disagreements on procedural matters.