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Pak threatens 'open war' with Afghanistan amid truce talks

Pak threatens 'open war' with Afghanistan amid truce talks

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned that Islamabad will enter into an 'open war' with Kabul if the ongoing peace talks in Istanbul fail, TOLO News reported.

Azam hits ton as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in second ODI

Azam hits ton as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in second ODI

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

After being put into bat, Sri Lanka started brightly as the openers put up a 51-run stand before Pathum Nissanka was run out attempting a risky third run.

Pak summons Afghan envoy over Kabul's joint statement with India

Pak summons Afghan envoy over Kabul's joint statement with India

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Pakistan summoned the Afghan ambassador to convey its strong reservations over the India-Afghanistan joint statement issued in New Delhi, particularly regarding references to Jammu and Kashmir.

Pak-Afghan forces exchange fire amid peace talks

Pak-Afghan forces exchange fire amid peace talks

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Pakistani and Afghan forces exchanged fire, testing the fragile peace between the two sides as officials from both countries held talks in Turkiye to find a lasting solution to cross-border militancy.

India slams Pakistan at UN: 'Democracy is alien to you'

India slams Pakistan at UN: 'Democracy is alien to you'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Asserting that democracy is an 'alien' concept for Pakistan, India has called upon Islamabad to end grave human rights violations in territories under its illegal occupation, where the population is in 'open revolt' against military occupation, repression, brutality and exploitation.

Can solve Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict quickly, claims Trump

Can solve Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict quickly, claims Trump

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Former US President Donald Trump claims he can quickly resolve the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, praising Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army chief Asim Munir. Tensions remain high despite recent talks.

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Pakistan's former spy chief Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years in jail by a military court after being found guilty of violating the Official Secrets Act and engaging in political activities. This marks the first time a former ISI chief has been convicted.

'Easy for me' to solve Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict: Trump

'Easy for me' to solve Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict: Trump

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

US President Donald Trump claimed he could easily solve the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan, amid escalating hostilities. He also expressed dismay at not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize despite resolving eight wars.

Pakistan army kills over 40 Afghan Taliban attackers

Pakistan army kills over 40 Afghan Taliban attackers

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The Afghan Taliban attacked four locations in the Spin Boldak area of PoK's Balochistan province, which were effectively repulsed by Pakistani Forces, the army said.

Pakistan says India shared flood information, but...

Pakistan says India shared flood information, but...

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Pakistan has urged India to fully adhere to the Indus Water Treaty (IWT), expressing concerns about the level of detail in flood information shared through diplomatic channels.

Pak PM May Meet Trump Next Week

Pak PM May Meet Trump Next Week

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

The meeting, expected on September 25 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, will also be attended by army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir.

India Links Pak-Saudi Pact to Israel Strike

India Links Pak-Saudi Pact to Israel Strike

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Experts believe it would be far-fetched to believe that Riyadh would support Pakistan militarily in any conflict with India, which has robust strategic and economic relations with Saudi Arabia.

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

'Pakistan Under Complete Army Control, Not Good News For India'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

'Can a nuclear-armed nation sustain itself indefinitely under overt military rule without catastrophic consequences for itself and the region? History suggests otherwise.'

'Potential Threats To India's Security From Saudi-Pak Pact Are Serious, But Manageable'

'Potential Threats To India's Security From Saudi-Pak Pact Are Serious, But Manageable'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'Saudi-Pak defence pact is to anchor the defence and security of Saudi Arabia and not Pakistan, per se, with Islamabad being the junior partner.'

'Taliban Never Supported Pakistan On Kashmir'

'Taliban Never Supported Pakistan On Kashmir'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'Pakistan wanted India out of Afghanistan to which again the Taliban told Pakistan to take a walk.' 'Six months after they came back to power in 2021 India was back in Afghanistan at the request of the Taliban.' 'The Taliban realised that India has no agenda of its own in Afghanistan.'

'Pakistan can beat India if General Munir...': Imran Khan

'Pakistan can beat India if General Munir...': Imran Khan

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Imran Khan has said that Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir should bat as opener if they want to win a cricket match against India.

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Records stretching back to 1947 suggest a consistent strategy by Pakistan's military and intelligence apparatus, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), of using terrorism as a state policy against India.

Rizwan sacked! Afridi new Pakistan ODI captain

Rizwan sacked! Afridi new Pakistan ODI captain

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board announced that Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead Pakistan in the three-match ODI series against South Africa in Faisalabad from November 4-8.

Pakistan, Afghanistan peace talks fail

Pakistan, Afghanistan peace talks fail

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Pakistan confirms that talks with the Afghan Taliban to address cross-border terrorism have failed, citing a lack of commitment from Kabul to control militancy. Pakistan accuses the Taliban of supporting anti-Pakistan terrorists and blames India for the failure of the talks.

Chinese FM meets Pak Army chief after India visit

Chinese FM meets Pak Army chief after India visit

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday met Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir and discussed regional security, counter-terrorism and matters of mutual interest.

Asim Munir's Power Surge Splits Pakistan Military

Asim Munir's Power Surge Splits Pakistan Military

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Creating a powerful new chief of defence forces has split the Pakistan military into four competing factions, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Indian High Commission hosts Davis Cup team in Islamabad

Indian High Commission hosts Davis Cup team in Islamabad

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

The last time an Indian Davis Cup team travelled to Pakistan was way back in 1964.

3 Afghan cricketers among several killed in Pak airstrikes

3 Afghan cricketers among several killed in Pak airstrikes

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Pakistan launched fresh air strikes targeting terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, killing several people, including three cricketers, casting a shadow over the expected talks in Doha amid a fragile ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities between the two sides.

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray targeted the BCCI over India Pakistan cricket matches in the Asia Cup

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'If the Trump administration could gain access to the nuclear weapons, they would be satisfied -- at least they could control them.'

Pak, China to form new bloc to replace SAARC?

Pak, China to form new bloc to replace SAARC?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

According to sources, India would be invited to the new proposed forum, while countries like Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Afghanistan are expected to be part of the grouping.

'Cataclysmic devastation' if... : Pak army warns India

'Cataclysmic devastation' if... : Pak army warns India

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

The Pakistan Army has criticized recent remarks by Indian military officers and political leaders, warning that a future conflict between the two countries could lead to "cataclysmic devastation." The statement follows comments from Indian officials regarding India's ability to cross borders and the potential for military action against Pakistan.

Afghanistan launches retaliatory strikes on Pakistani posts

Afghanistan launches retaliatory strikes on Pakistani posts

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Pakistan responded to what it called 'unprovoked' attacks by Afghan forces in border areas, destroying several Afghan border posts, training camps, and terrorist hideouts, security sources said on Sunday.

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to 48-hour ceasefire

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to 48-hour ceasefire

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Pakistan announced a 48-hour ceasefire with Afghanistan following deadly border clashes. The agreement aims to facilitate dialogue and find a resolution to the conflict.

US Relationship With India, Pakistan 'Unchanged'

US Relationship With India, Pakistan 'Unchanged'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'For the region and for the world, the US working with both those nations is good news.'

Pak turns to ADB for $7 bn railway funding after China backs out

Pak turns to ADB for $7 bn railway funding after China backs out

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Pakistan has approached the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for a USD 7 billion loan to upgrade a major railway line after China apparently declined to support the project. The development of Mainline-I (ML-I) railways between Peshawar and Karachi is stuck due to a lack of funds.

'Osama bin Laden escaped disguised as a woman'

'Osama bin Laden escaped disguised as a woman'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

In a key revelation, former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer John Kiriakou has said that Al Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden, who was the most wanted terrorist for the United States after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, had escaped from the Tora Bora hills in Afghanistan in the guise of a woman.

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

China's ruling Communist Party is holding its annual leadership conclave to discuss the new five-year plan, the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff war, and the ongoing anti-corruption crackdown in the military.

1st major contact with Pak since Op Sindoor: India alerts Pak about flood

1st major contact with Pak since Op Sindoor: India alerts Pak about flood

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

It is the first major contact of its kind since the Pakistan-India conflict in May, the paper said, citing sources.

Owaisi slams govt: Why suspend ties, yet play Pakistan?

Owaisi slams govt: Why suspend ties, yet play Pakistan?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'What must the Indian Air Force pilots -- who destroyed terror bases in Pakistan using BrahMos missiles' -- be thinking?'

Pakistan Boosts Military Spending By 20%

Pakistan Boosts Military Spending By 20%

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

India has decided to submit a dossier at the upcoming Financial Action Task Force (FATF) meeting, calling for Pakistan to be placed back on the grey list of the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog.

When Ravan...: Minister invokes Ramayan ahead of Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha

When Ravan...: Minister invokes Ramayan ahead of Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

An aggressive opposition is expected to corner the government over US President Donald Trump's claims that he mediated to avert a nuclear war between India and Pakistan, and got them to agree on a "ceasefire".

Blast kills 24 in Pak province, residents allege air strikes

Blast kills 24 in Pak province, residents allege air strikes

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The local administration denied the rumours about aerial strikes by the Pakistani fighter jets on the compound, saying the explosives used in bomb making exploded, causing the death of 24 people, including 14 militants.

Bangladesh moves closer to Islamabad, eases visa process for Pakistanis

Bangladesh moves closer to Islamabad, eases visa process for Pakistanis

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

The present government had removed the need for clearance from Dhaka for Pakistani heads of missions while issuing visas, Bangladesh high commissioner to Pakistan Iqbal Hussain told the business community here at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Saturday.

Pak hikes defence budget amid tension with India

Pak hikes defence budget amid tension with India

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Pakistan on Tuesday increased its defence budget by 20 per cent, allocating PRs. 2,550 billion ($9 billion) for the fiscal year 2025-26, amid tensions with India.