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India was determined to achieve its military objectives before considering a ceasefire, with additional waves of strikes already planned to demonstrate that no military installation inside Pakistan was beyond reach for the Indian Armed Forces, former CDS General Anil Chauhan said.

‘Pakistan called for ceasefire, we kept them waiting’: Ex-CDS Anil Chauhan recalls Operation Sindoor

Pakistan military’s decision reflects growing concerns over the security of communications carried over Western technology platforms. It is notable that Meta is based in the US, with which Islamabad had been displaying a lot of bonhomie in President Donald Trump’s second term. 

Pakistan Army discards WhatsApp over spying and data breach fears, switches to China’s WeChat

Pakistan's interior minister, Mohsin Naqvi, who is a blue-eyed boy of army chief Asim Munir, did not disclose any names involved in the scam, his back-to-back sensational remarks have triggered speculation about whether a major power shake-up is coming up in Pakistan.

Munir-protege Mohsin Naqvi’s claim of unearthing huge scam triggers tremors in Pakistan’s power corridors

Retired US General Jack Keane accused Pakistan and Qatar of being “compromised” as mediators and favouring Iran at the expense of the US. Use of such intermediaries risks giving an inaccurate picture of Iran’s intentions and weakens US leverage during negotiations, he added.

Did Trump snub Pakistan? Ex-US General says Pak and Qatar ‘compromised’ mediators

Pakistan Army spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry sparked controversy over his remarks on India-Afghanistan ties, citing a Quranic verse on Muslims and non-believers. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif also accused India of a proxy war, allegations New Delhi has rejected.

'Muslims should not befriend kaafirs': Pak Army DG says India-Afghan ties that of 'master-slave'

India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra writes in an opinion piece in the US-based weekly magazine Newsweek, that the Indus Waters Treaty was founded on “goodwill and friendship” as mentioned in its preamble, but Pakistan kept dismantling those principles through its actions.

‘Pakistan eroded India's faith bit by bit’: Indian envoy defends putting Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance

The first phase of elections to the so-called legislative assembly in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir turned violent, with 19 people killed, several others injured and rival parties accusing each other of poll rigging as anti-government protests continued across the region.

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir election turns violent: 19 killed, protests intensify as rigging allegations fly

Amid the risk of getting embroiled in the West Asia war, Pakistani army chief Asim Munir deployed thousands of troops, fighter jets, and air defence systems to Saudi Arabia. While Pakistan has already signed a defence deal with Kuwait, it is exploring defence pacts with Qatar and Turkiye.

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The attackers first tried to breach the security of the joint check post but were repelled by security forces. The attackers then rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the check post, causing a powerful blast that severely damaged the facility.

Terror attack on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa checkpost kills 15, including 12 Pakistani soldiers

India accused Pakistan at the United Nations of using cross-border terrorism as an "instrument of State policy", rejected Islamabad's remarks on Jammu and Kashmir, and reiterated that the Union Territory is an integral part of India. Here's all you need to know

'Put your house in order': India links Indus Water Treaty directly to Pakistan's cross-border terrorism in sharp UN showdown

After analysing over 60 photos and videos and reviewing more than 30 satellite images, Amnesty rejected Pakistan’s claim that the site was used as a storage facility for weapons and ammunition. It ascertained that over a thousand patients were housed in this hospital.

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Amnesty International has called for Pakistan to be investigated for a possible war crime, saying there is no evidence that the missile strike on Afghanistan's Omid Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre targeted a legitimate military facility, contrary to Islamabad's claims.

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Imran Khan's sister Noreen Niazi claimed, without providing evidence, that India avoided escalating the May 2025 conflict because Pakistan was moving towards recognising Israel. Her remarks on the conflict, Asim Munir and the Abraham Accords sparked a sharp response

Imran Khan's sister links India-Pakistan 2025 conflict to Israel recognition plans

The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) is set to lead a major march from Rawalakot to Muzaffarabad after its deadline for the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir government expired. Thousands are expected to join the protest as security is tightened ahead of the July 27 Assembly elections.

At least 9 killed as JAAC begins Muzaffarabad march: PoK on edge

The European Parliament has condemned Pakistan over the widespread abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Hindu and Christian girls, calling Maria Shahbaz's case emblematic of a broader human rights crisis. The resolution urges Islamabad to overhaul its legal system.

EU Parliament slams Pakistan over forced marriages after 13-year-old girl's custody given to her rapist

A Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) man allegedly crossed the Line of Control (LoC) after falling in love with a woman from Jammu and Kashmir on Snapchat. The case revives memories of high-profile cross-border romances involving Seema Haider that drew national attention.

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir man sent back month after he crossed border to meet Snapchat lover in J&K's Uri

The foreign nationals, one from the Netherlands and the other from Venezuela, were allegedly abducted and gangraped by five men in Lahore on June 29. The accused subjected the women to severe physical abuse and demanded a ransom of $1.5 million.

Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar’s grandson arrested for abduction, gangrape of two women foreigners in Lahore

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Bilawal Bhutto said Pakistan seeks "peace with dignity" and "dialogue under law" amid the Indus Waters Treaty dispute with India. Accusing New Delhi of undermining the treaty, he said Pakistan would not compromise on its water rights and rejected any notion of submission.

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The appeal comes even as New Delhi has maintained that its approach towards Pakistan remains unchanged, asserting that terror and talks cannot coexist and terror and trade cannot go hand in hand while making clear that any improvement in ties hinges on an end to cross-border terrorism.

Over 100 eminent people from India, Pak write open letter to Modi, Shehbaz; appeal to end hostilities

Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Imran Nazeer said around 20 people had been trapped under the rubble of the collapsed roof, including the 14 deceased children who were brought dead to the THQ Hospital. Two individuals, including the house owner, were taken into custody, said officials.

14 children killed as roof of tuition centre collapses in Lahore, Pakistan

Indian and Pakistani delegates held fresh Track 2 talks in Colombo and Bangkok, discussing crisis-management mechanisms, terrorism and water issues. The backchannel engagements come despite frozen official dialogue

In Colombo, Bangkok this week, India and Pakistan met again for track 2 talks

The document seeks maintenance, logistics and technical support for the fleet, with an estimated 2,250 flying hours planned during the five-month support period. The bridge support arrangement is intended to ensure uninterrupted operations until a long-term support contract is finalised.

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South Asia recorded the world's sharpest decline in peacefulness in the Global Peace Index 2026. Here's how India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Afghanistan ranked.

Global Peace Index 2026: How India and its neighbours ranked in South Asia

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'Not going anywhere': Pakistan's Mohsin Naqvi backtracks after 'system collapse' remarks

‘Pak called for ceasefire, we kept them waiting’: Gen Chauhan recalls Op Sindoor

Pakistan Army discards WhatsApp over spying fears, switches to China’s WeChat

Naqvi’s claim of unearthing huge scam triggers tremors in Pak’s power corridors

Did Trump snub Pakistan? Ex-US General says Pak, Qatar ‘compromised’ mediators

'Do not befriend kaafirs': Pak Army DG calls India-Afghan ties 'master-slave'

‘Pakistan eroded India's faith’: Indian envoy defends putting IWT in abeyance

19 killed, protests rage as Pak-occupied Kashmir election spirals into violence

Asim Munir eyes defence deal with Qatar and Turkiye after Kuwait

Terror attack on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa checkpost kills 15, including 12 Pak troops

'Put your house in order': India slams Pakistan at UN over Kashmir

Amnesty dubs Pak attack on Kabul hospital as ‘war crime’ in fresh embarrassment

Amnesty International accuses Pakistan of war crimes for THIS reason

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'Pakistan wants peace with dignity': Bilawal Bhutto on Indus Waters Treaty

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14 children killed as roof of tuition centre collapses in Lahore, Pakistan

India and Pakistan meet in Colombo and Bangkok for track 2 talks

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Pakistan asylum seeker sentenced to 10 years in jail for raping UK woman

Global Peace Index 2026: How India and its neighbours ranked in South Asia