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Indian SC blocks any suit against places of worship amid petitions for mosques, Ajmer Sharif shrine

Order comes as top court hears petitions challenging Places of Worship Act which prohibits conversion of any place of worship. Updated 14 Dec, 2024 07:00pm

Alexandrine parrots disappearing from Pakistan’s skies

Wildlife experts cite habitat alteration, pollution, poaching and illegal trade as major factors behind the decline. Updated 09 Dec, 2024 06:16pm

Syrian rebel assault widens as Assad races to defend Homs, Damascus

Western officials say Syrian military in difficult situation; Trump says US should have nothing to do with conflict. Updated 07 Dec, 2024 09:22pm

November proves deadliest for Pakistani security forces with 68 casualties: report

November is the second deadliest month after August, when 254 people lost their lives. Published 01 Dec, 2024 11:28pm

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect, civilians head back to south Lebanon

While ceasefire largely holds on Wednesday morning, Israel says it identified Hezbollah operatives returning to areas near the border and opened fire. Updated 27 Nov, 2024 05:42pm

At least 55 security personnel lost since Nov 1 in clashes, suicide bombings: think tank

PICSS data shows country endured 785 terrorist attacks over past 10 months of 2024, resulting in 951 deaths and 966 injuries. Published 21 Nov, 2024 11:04pm

Pakistan showcases locally produced weapons as IDEAS 2024 kicks off in Karachi

Khawaja Asif highlights country's products competing globally; gatherings banned across Karachi division till Nov 24. Updated 19 Nov, 2024 03:41pm

Trump team begins compiling list of officers for possible court martial over withdrawal from Afghanistan

US official states that military leaders could potentially face treason charges. Published 17 Nov, 2024 06:43pm

Dutch govt could fall over handling of Amsterdam violence: media report

Junior finance minister's resignation threatens ruling coalition. Published 15 Nov, 2024 10:58pm

Trump says Russia-Ukraine war has ‘gotta stop’

US President-elect cites report of "thousands and thousands" killed amid conflict over past three days. Published 15 Nov, 2024 08:17pm

Turkiye has given strongest response to Israel’s atrocities: President Erdogan

"Trade restrictions and sanctions on Israel are another form of struggle," says Turkish president. Published 13 Nov, 2024 09:48pm

Schools shut, thousands evacuated as Spain braces for fresh floods

In Valencia, dozens of municipalities have cancelled classes; drainage channels remain blocked with mud. Published 13 Nov, 2024 06:19pm

Biden’s foreign policy legacy faces scrutiny after Trump’s 2024 victory

Democratic administration has faced criticism for backing Israel's offensive in Gaza, strong support for Kyiv against Moscow. Published 09 Nov, 2024 07:08pm

TikTok to challenge Canada order to shut offices in country

Decision taken citing national security concerns; Canadians can still use the app. Published 07 Nov, 2024 08:03pm

Iran vows ‘measured and calculated’ response to Israeli attack

FM Dar reiterates call for independent Palestinian state, affirms solidarity with Iranian people. Published 05 Nov, 2024 06:53pm

Who does South Asia want in the White House?

Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India and Pakistan have different preferences for the next US president, but all remain willing to engage with either Trump or Harris. Updated 04 Nov, 2024 04:56pm

Passenger jet in Pakistan takes 150-km road trip

The Boeing 737 has been transported overland from Karachi to Hyderabad via the motorway. Published 31 Oct, 2024 07:38pm

North Korea has sent 10,000 troops to train in Russia: Pentagon

Official says number could grow further “as Putin's desperation continues to rise"; JD Vance says negotiations with Russia "necessary" for resolving war. Updated 28 Oct, 2024 10:19pm

Putin says Ukraine twice approached Russia regarding peace talks via Turkiye

"Ultimately, we need clarity on their readiness and intentions,” says Russian president. Published 25 Oct, 2024 11:33pm

Trump leads Harris in latest US presidential poll surveys, with economy at centre of voter concerns

Trump leads Harris by 1pc in 7 battleground states, including Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania. Published 25 Oct, 2024 09:16pm