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Shahid Abbasi elected Prime Minister of Pakistan

Shahid Abbasi elected Prime Minister of Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

Abbasi will be sworn-in in later at a special ceremony at the President's House.

Will continue to support right to self-determination: Pak PM on Kashmir issue

Will continue to support right to self-determination: Pak PM on Kashmir issue

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Abbasi asked the world community to honour and defend the fundamental right to self-determination of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

India's 'Nari Shakti' on display at Operation Sindoor briefing

India's 'Nari Shakti' on display at Operation Sindoor briefing

Rediff.com7 May 2025

India conducted precision strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, targeting terrorist infrastructure to deter further attacks. The operation, codenamed 'Operation Sindoor', was detailed by two women military officers, Col Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, at a press briefing in New Delhi. The officers highlighted the precise nature of the strikes, emphasizing the use of "niche technology weapons" to ensure no collateral damage. The briefing showcased India's military prowess and the growing role of women in the armed forces.

Pak must ensure its soil is not used for terror activities: US

Pak must ensure its soil is not used for terror activities: US

Rediff.com20 Aug 2017

US Central Command commander General Joseph Votel conveyed this to Islamabad during a visit last week.

Need no lessons from 'Terroristan': India slams Pak PM at UNGA

Need no lessons from 'Terroristan': India slams Pak PM at UNGA

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

In its short history, Pakistan has become a geography synonymous with terror.

Ex-Pak PM Abbasi among 1,500 booked for taking out rally in Sharif's support

Ex-Pak PM Abbasi among 1,500 booked for taking out rally in Sharif's support

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Police said PML-N leaders and workers have been booked for taking the rally in violation of law.

'Pak raising Kashmir at UN is like Miyan ki daud masjid tak'

'Pak raising Kashmir at UN is like Miyan ki daud masjid tak'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Pakistan's new Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi is scheduled to address the UN General Assembly this week.

Pakistan to seek full financing from Iran for gas pipeline

Pakistan to seek full financing from Iran for gas pipeline

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

Pakistan has decided to ask the new Iranian government to completely finance a $1.8-billion bilateral gas pipeline project due to fears that US sanctions could hit funding for the venture.

Condemn countries using terrorism as instrument of state policy: India @ UN

Condemn countries using terrorism as instrument of state policy: India @ UN

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Her statement comes ahead of Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's address at the United Natiosn General Assembly.

Pakistan hopes Iran nuclear deal will boost pipeline project

Pakistan hopes Iran nuclear deal will boost pipeline project

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

Pakistan on Thursday expressed hope that the agreement between Iran and Western powers on Tehran's nuclear programme would pave the way for faster implementation of an ambitious bilateral gas pipeline project.

Iran pipeline: Pakistan too may face US sanctions

Iran pipeline: Pakistan too may face US sanctions

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

The United States had warned that it could invoke sanctions against the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project in future, Sharif said without giving details.

Pak needs to do a lot more to wipe out terror networks: US

Pak needs to do a lot more to wipe out terror networks: US

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Pak is taking some positive steps...but a lot more needs to be done, says the State Department Spokesperson.

Pak PM blames India in I-Day address for impasse in ties

Pak PM blames India in I-Day address for impasse in ties

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

"Our government has invariably made efforts to initiate the process of meaningful dialogue and adoption of peaceful means to resolve the issues but unfortunately the expansionist designs of India have remained the main hurdle in this regard," Abbasi said.

Modi to hold bilateral talks with Hasina, 10 others on CHOGM sidelines

Modi to hold bilateral talks with Hasina, 10 others on CHOGM sidelines

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

No meeting or interaction has been requested or scheduled with Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi so far.

Pak's defence minister frontrunner to replace Nawaz Sharif

Pak's defence minister frontrunner to replace Nawaz Sharif

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

According to Pakistani media reports, other names that have been doing rounds are for interim prime minister are: National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Petroleum Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi.

New Pak PM mentions Kashmir 14 times, India 17 times in UN speech

New Pak PM mentions Kashmir 14 times, India 17 times in UN speech

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

'If India does venture across the LoC, it will evoke a strong response.'

Attempt To Ban Imran, Storm In A Tea Cup?

Attempt To Ban Imran, Storm In A Tea Cup?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

'Under the circumstances, this announcement may remain limited to bravado and little else, adding momentum to Imran's narrative of victimhood,' points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Short-range nuclear weapons to counter India's 'Cold Start doctrine': Pak PM

Short-range nuclear weapons to counter India's 'Cold Start doctrine': Pak PM

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Abbasi was also assertive of Pakistan's nuclear arsenals being safe and secure.

Pakistan committed to gas pipeline with Iran

Pakistan committed to gas pipeline with Iran

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Pakistan on Thursday said it was committed to the ambitious $7.5 billion gas pipeline project with Iran despite the venture running into rough weather over financing.

26/11 mastermind should be prosecuted to fullest extent of law: US

26/11 mastermind should be prosecuted to fullest extent of law: US

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

The reaction by the State Department came after Pakistan Premier Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, during an interview to Geo TV on Tuesday, referred to Saeed as 'sahib' or 'sir'.

Ex-chief justice named Pakistan's caretaker PM

Ex-chief justice named Pakistan's caretaker PM

Rediff.com28 May 2018

Mulk, 67, is likely to be sworn in on Friday, June 1.

Pak suspends talks with US after Trump's warning

Pak suspends talks with US after Trump's warning

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Pak also suspended all bilateral visits as a mark of protest.

Bhutto to Imran: Pak's history of jailing its former PMs

Bhutto to Imran: Pak's history of jailing its former PMs

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

The first on the list is Hussain Shaheed Suhrawardy, a Bengali politician from then East Pakistan who served as the fifth prime minister. He was arrested in January 1962 and put in jail on bogus charges of "anti-state activities". His actual crime was his refusal to support military ruler General Ayub Khan.

Imran Khan owns 4 goats worth Rs 200,000

Imran Khan owns 4 goats worth Rs 200,000

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's wife and former premier Imran Khan's wife have financial assets worth more than their husbands.

18 killed in suicide attack at Shia shrine in Pakistan

18 killed in suicide attack at Shia shrine in Pakistan

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

No group claimed responsibility for the attack but the Taliban usually target shrines as they consider it un-Islamic.

Coronavirus cases rise to 212 in Pakistan

Coronavirus cases rise to 212 in Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

The Sindh province is the worst-hit with 172 cases, followed by 15 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 10 in Balochistan, 8 in Punjab, 5 in Gilgit-Baltistan and 2 in Islamabad, officials said.

Tillerson arrives in India; asks Pak to step up fight against terror

Tillerson arrives in India; asks Pak to step up fight against terror

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi assured the Secretary of State that his country is committed to the war against terrorism.

Abbasi named interim Pak PM till Sharif's brother becomes MP

Abbasi named interim Pak PM till Sharif's brother becomes MP

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

Abbasi will run the government until Sharif's brother Shehbaz is elected as member of parliament

Six years after Taliban attack, Malala returns to Pak

Six years after Taliban attack, Malala returns to Pak

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Malala was dressed in Pakistani salwar kameez and dupatta. She was smiling and looked happy as he was greeted at the airport.

Audit of Trump's $33 billion aid figure will reveal who is deceiving: Asif

Audit of Trump's $33 billion aid figure will reveal who is deceiving: Asif

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Khawaja Asif in a tweet said that Trump could hire a US-based audit firm "on our expense" to verify the $33 billion aid figure and "let the world know who is lying and deceiving".

Pak in talks with India over gas supply

Pak in talks with India over gas supply

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Pakistan's demand for gas stands at 8 billion cubic feet while the current production is 4 billion cubic feet.

Imran Khan shares proof of 'foreign conspiracy' with journalists, but no names

Imran Khan shares proof of 'foreign conspiracy' with journalists, but no names

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Pakistan's embattled Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday shared some details from what he called a "foreign conspiracy letter" with senior journalists and cabinet members, asserting that the document was authentic.

US raises concern over LeT proxies contesting Pak polls

US raises concern over LeT proxies contesting Pak polls

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

The EU too urged Pak to ensure "safe and secure conditions" for the polls.

Shehbaz Sharif: From being exiled to potential PM

Shehbaz Sharif: From being exiled to potential PM

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Shehbaz, the 70-year-old younger brother of former three-time prime minister Nawaz Sharif, has served as chief minister of the country's most populous and politically crucial Punjab province thrice.

No matter how many wars you fight, PoK belongs to Pak: Farooq Abdullah

No matter how many wars you fight, PoK belongs to Pak: Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com11 Nov 2017

"The part (of J&K) which is with Pakistan (PoK) belongs to Pakistan and this side to India. This won't change. Let them fight how many wars they want to. This won't change," Abdullah said.

Will take oath as Pak PM on August 11: Imran Khan

Will take oath as Pak PM on August 11: Imran Khan

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

He said alleviation of poverty from interior Sindh will be among top priorities of his government.

Terror expands its footprints in Pakistan

Terror expands its footprints in Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Pervez Musharraf is contemplating a political front with jihadi groups to contest Pakistan's next election. Should the jihadi groups win a few seats, terrorist outfits will gain legitimacy in Pakistan, warns Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

6 dead, 200 injured in clashes between Pak police, protesters

6 dead, 200 injured in clashes between Pak police, protesters

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Pakistan called in the Army to restore order after violent clashes.

Pak PM Imran Khan tests positive for COVID-19

Pak PM Imran Khan tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

Khan's spokesman Dr Shehbaz Gill said that the prime minister has just a slight fever and cough.