Pakistan
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Iran rejects Pakistan's claim on US talks: 'Islamabad's forums are their own, we didn't participate'
World | Mar 30, 2026, 05:16 PM ISTThe Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai stated that there have been no direct talks with the United States. Instead, it said that only “excessive and unreasonable demands” have been communicated through intermediaries.
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Iran warns US ground troops would be 'set on fire' as Pakistan steps in as mediator amid ongoing war
World | Mar 30, 2026, 07:18 AM ISTPakistan's announcement that it will host potential talks between the US and Iran comes amid a rapidly worsening West Asia conflict. Meanwhile, Iran has issued fierce warnings as US Marines arrive in the region.
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Pakistan goes begging to IMF again, unlocks USD 1.2 billion under payout agreement
World | Mar 28, 2026, 08:08 PM ISTSubject to board approval, Pakistan will receive funds under the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility, as part of efforts to stabilise the economy, continue reforms and support vulnerable groups.
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Pakistan remains 'safe harbor' for terrorists, particularly for groups targeting India: US report
World | Mar 28, 2026, 07:33 PM ISTA report by US Congressional Research Service (CRS) has claimed that Pakistan remains a safe harbor for certain terror groups. It stated that groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Tayyiba continue to operate from Pakistan, and target India.
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'A bit embarrassing for all of us': Shashi Tharoor on US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan
India | Mar 26, 2026, 11:37 AM ISTShashi Tharoor has criticised India's lack of an active diplomatic role in the ongoing West Asia crisis, calling it "embarrassing" that Pakistan has taken the lead in mediation efforts. The Congress MP said he supported the government’s restrained stance hoping it would push for peace talks.
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Pakistan raises high-octane fuel price by 200 pc as economy buckles amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
World | Mar 23, 2026, 12:02 PM ISTFacing an intense financial crisis, Pakistan has increased the levy on high-octane fuel to PKR 300 per litre after approval from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This follows earlier hikes in petrol and diesel prices triggered by global instability.
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'Bomb Mumbai and Delhi if US attacks our nukes': Ex-Pakistan envoy's hollow threat to India
World | Mar 22, 2026, 11:01 AM ISTThis comes after a report released by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence identified Pakistan as a significant nuclear threat to the United States, placing it alongside major powers such as Russia and China.
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Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Will Dhurandhar go to kill Masood and Dawood?
Kurukshetra | Mar 21, 2026, 03:10 AM ISTIn July 2024, the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad, and the Israeli Air Force carried out a strike on Dahieh, a densely populated area in Beirut. This was a pinpoint attack. Consider that one building contained 15 apartments.
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Speed News: India Raises Alarm Over Pakistan's Hidden Nuclear Proliferation Network After US Intel
Originals | Mar 20, 2026, 06:38 PM ISTIndia raised alarm over Pakistan's hidden nuclear proliferation network after US Intel. Meanwhile, IRGC confirmed the death of its spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini in Israeli attacks. Watch all the latest headlines of the day in today's Speed News.
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Pakistan's long-range ballistic missiles could soon target US mainland: Tulsi Gabbard
World | Mar 19, 2026, 08:06 AM ISTGabbard stressed that America's nuclear deterrent holds strong against major threats, yet Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, Pakistan are racing ahead with cutting-edge missile programs—novel and conventional alike—fitted with nuclear or conventional payloads that now threaten US homeland directly.
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US Intel alert: India-Pakistan ties pose nuclear conflict risk amid terrorism and regional tensions
World | Mar 19, 2026, 07:09 AM ISTUS Intel alert: The US intelligence report turns to wider South Asian threats, highlighting ISIS-Khorasan's ongoing regional footprint, its drive for attacks abroad. Yet, Afghanistan's Taliban has intensified its offensive, launching broad raids on ISIS-K sites, probably disrupting multiple plots.
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Pakistan reels under financial crisis amid ongoing war, cancels national day parade to save fuel
World | Mar 18, 2026, 08:28 AM ISTPakistan has cancelled its national day military parade due to a severe fuel crisis triggered by the Iran-US-Israel conflict and Gulf tensions. The government has opted for a simple flag-hoisting ceremony while urging citizens to conserve fuel amid growing shortages and supply disruptions.
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MCC slams Salman Agha over frustration after run-out against Bangladesh in second ODI
Cricket | Mar 17, 2026, 09:15 PM ISTMCC backed Salman Agha’s run-out in the Bangladesh ODI, stating the ball was live and he was out of his crease when the stumps were broken. While legal, MCC noted Bangladesh could have withdrawn the appeal under the Spirit of Cricket. Meanwhile, Agha was later reprimanded by the ICC.
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Speed News: India Slams Pakistan Over Kabul Hospital Strike, Calls It 'Barbaric' Act Of Violence
Originals | Mar 17, 2026, 06:14 PM ISTIndia slammed Pakistan over Kabul Hospital strike, calling it a barbaric act of violence. Meanwhile, Israel claimed that Iran security chief Ali Larijani and top commander Gholamreza Soleimani have been killed. Watch all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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India slams Pakistan over Kabul Hospital strike, calls it 'barbaric, unconscionable act of violence'
India | Mar 17, 2026, 01:16 PM ISTIndia has strongly criticised Pakistan over a deadly airstrike on a Kabul hospital that killed over 400 civilians. Calling it a "cowardly" and unjustifiable act, the MEA said the attack violates Afghanistan's sovereignty and threatens regional stability.
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Pakistan airstrikes rock Kabul; Afghanistan claims 400 people killed in hospital attack
World | Mar 17, 2026, 06:15 AM ISTA spokesperson for the Taliban government, Zabihullah Mujahid, accused Pakistan of violating Afghan airspace. He claimed that a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul was hit, leading to casualties.
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'Another act of aggression': India condemns Pakistan air strikes in Afghanistan
India | Mar 14, 2026, 09:25 PM ISTRandhir Jaiswal, spokesperson of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, said New Delhi condemns the attacks and stressed that Afghanistan’s sovereignty must be respected.
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Salman Agha's stupidity triggers heated moment, PAK-BAN's newfound 'love' turns ugly | WATCH
Cricket | Mar 13, 2026, 06:10 PM ISTSalman Agha was run out in bizarre fashion during the second ODI in Dhaka after Mehidy Hasan Miraz quickly threw down the stumps while Agha stood outside his crease trying to hand the ball back. The decision stood after review, sparking anger and a heated exchange on the field between two teams.
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif visits Saudi Arabia amid escalating Middle East conflict
World | Mar 12, 2026, 04:04 PM ISTPakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defence pact in September last year, with the commitment to come to the defence of each other in case of an attack by a third country.
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Heroin worth over Rs 8 crore dropped by Pakistani drone seized near International Border in Jammu
India | Mar 12, 2026, 12:55 PM ISTSecurity forces in Jammu recovered over 1.5 kg of heroin worth more than Rs 8 crore, suspected to have been dropped by a Pakistani drone near the International Border. The packet was found in Bahadurpura village after a local alerted authorities.