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Attacks on Pak soil had Indian links?

Attacks on Pak soil had Indian links?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

The dossier with proof of 'India's involvement in subversive activities in Pakistan' was handed over by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh during their recent meeting at the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, the Dawn newspaper claimed quoting sources as saying.

Gilani may not meet PM in US meet

Gilani may not meet PM in US meet

Rediff.com5 Mar 2010

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani is unlikely to meet his Indian counterpart Dr. Manmohan Singh in Washington, where they are scheduled to attend the Nuclear Security Summit in Washington on April 12 and 13.

Tell UN abt India's role in Baloch unrest: Sharif

Tell UN abt India's role in Baloch unrest: Sharif

Rediff.com13 Nov 2009

Pakistan Muslim League-N chief Nawaz Sharif has asked Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to take the issue of India's alleged involvement in fanning insurgency in Balochistan to the United Nations."We were told in the meeting that it was confirmed that India was involved in the Balochistan unrest. It is unfortunate that India is interfering in fomenting unrest in Pakistan," Sharif said.

Talks for the sake of talks serves no purpose: Pak

Talks for the sake of talks serves no purpose: Pak

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

Separately, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said during a meeting with his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store in Islamabad that Pakistan wanted its ties with India to normalise "by resolving bilateral disputes through a sustained and meaningful dialogue process."However, "engaging in talks for the sake of talks would serve no purpose," he was quoted as saying in a statement issued by the Foreign Office.

Put cards on the table, I've no fear, PM told Pak

Put cards on the table, I've no fear, PM told Pak

Rediff.com18 Jul 2009

The joint statement signed by him and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh "underlines our concerns over India's interference in Balochistan and other areas of Pakistan", Gilani told his first press conference after his return from Sharm-el Sheikh.

Zardari to reinstate CJ, Sharif calls off march

Zardari to reinstate CJ, Sharif calls off march

Rediff.com16 Mar 2009

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari finally gave in to the demands of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz late on Sunday night and decided to reinstate Chief Justice ftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry.Reacting to Zardari's decision, PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif has called off the proposed long march to Islamabad, which had threatened to plunge Pakistan into another political crisis.

Indo-Pak meet in Egypt: What Kashmir says

Indo-Pak meet in Egypt: What Kashmir says

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

India and Pakistan's decision to carry on with the dialogue process drew mixed response in Kashmir on Friday with mainstream parties welcoming it and separatists insisting that the Sharm-el-Sheikh meeting was "inconclusive" without the participation of Kashmiris.

Pak information minister resigns: reports

Pak information minister resigns: reports

Rediff.com14 Mar 2009

Rehman, close-aide of slain former premier Benazir Bhutto, submitted her resignation due to differences over the government's handling of the media, official sources were quoted as saying by television channels.

26/11: India demands 'visible response' from Pak

26/11: India demands 'visible response' from Pak

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

India on Tuesday demanded a 'visible response' and undertaking from Pakistan on bringing the perpetrators of the Mumbai terror attacks to justice, as officials and leaders of the two countries prepare to meet in Sharm-el-Sheikh to review Islamabad's actions on its promises.

Pak PM won't attend Commonwealth meet

Pak PM won't attend Commonwealth meet

Rediff.com7 Nov 2009

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani will not attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting later this month, effectively ruling out the possibility of talks with his Indian counterpart, Manmohan Singh on the sidelines of the summit. Pakistan will be represented by Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi at the meeting to be held at Port of Spain in Trinidad and Tobago during November 27-29, official sources told PTI.

Figure out Australia's 21-run win over India at Bengaluru

Figure out Australia's 21-run win over India at Bengaluru

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

David Warner scored 124 in his 100th match and combined with Aaron Finch (94) for a record 231-run opening stand, as Australia posted a 21-run victory over India in the fourth One-Day International in Bengaluru, on Thursday. Check out some statistical highlights from the match.

'UK will stand by Pakistan through thick and thin'

'UK will stand by Pakistan through thick and thin'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2009

Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday asked the world community to help the country in the crucial process of rehabilitation and reconstruction in the militancy-hit areas in the northwest.

Zardari to relinquish key powers: Report

Zardari to relinquish key powers: Report

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

In a significant move, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has agreed to relinquish some key powers like appointment of the army chief and dissolution of Parliament.Pakistan's political parties have also reached a basic consensus on the move, which they claim will bolster Pakistan's democratic constitution, which has been heavily altered by the country's successive military rulers. Zardari also wants to restore Pakistan's constitution as it was made in 1973.

War no solution to Indo-Pak issues: Pak PM

War no solution to Indo-Pak issues: Pak PM

Rediff.com31 Oct 2009

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that Islamabad saw India's offer of talks "positively," saying solutions to problems between the two countries cannot be found through wars.

Pak seeks US mediation to resume talks with India

Pak seeks US mediation to resume talks with India

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Wednesday said the US would support all efforts for the early resumption of the composite dialogue between India and Pakistan, as she responded to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's call for US meditation in resolving outstanding issues like Kashmir.

'Failure not an option in Waziristan operation'

'Failure not an option in Waziristan operation'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

Pakistan's military operation against the Taliban in South Waziristan will be taken to its logical conclusion despite a wave of attacks by the militants as 'failure is not an option,' Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Friday.

India-Pak for peaceful solution to Kashmir: Pak PM

India-Pak for peaceful solution to Kashmir: Pak PM

Rediff.com6 Feb 2010

India and Pakistan should end their "long legacy of hostility and distrust" and work towards a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Friday.

Butt likely to be Pak Test captain for Eng tour

Butt likely to be Pak Test captain for Eng tour

Rediff.com19 May 2010

The Pakistan Cricket Board will announce the squads for next month's Asia Cup and the tour of England on May 22 and opener Salman Butt is likely to get the Test captaincy.

Afridi's action cost Pakistan dearly: Ponting

Afridi's action cost Pakistan dearly: Ponting

Rediff.com1 Feb 2010

Taking a potshot at Shahid Afridi for tampering with the ball during the fifth ODI here, Australian skipper Ricky Ponting said the Pakistani all-rounder's action ended up costing his side a rare victory on what has been a nightmarish tour for the visitors.

May meet PM Singh in Trinidad in November: Gilani

May meet PM Singh in Trinidad in November: Gilani

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Wednesday said there is a possibility that he will meet his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Summit to be held in Trinidad in November.

'Solving Kashmir must for Indo-Pak relations'

'Solving Kashmir must for Indo-Pak relations'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2009

Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday said relations between Pakistan and India cannot be improved without the resolution of the Kashmir issue, which is holding up peace in South Asia.

Pak ups the ante on Kashmir's 'independence'

Pak ups the ante on Kashmir's 'independence'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

Claiming that the Kashmir issue holds the key to durable peace in the region, Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday sought a 'constructive and purposeful' dialogue with India to resolve the problem. "Pakistan remains committed to finding a just and peaceful resolution of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the United Nations Security Council resolutions and aspirations of the Kashmiri people," Gilani said while addressing a meeting in Islamabad.

Pak PM is pro-America, says John McCain

Pak PM is pro-America, says John McCain

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari is on shaky grounds, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani is pro-America and Army Chief General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani is doing well in taking military action against terrorists in his country, a top Republican Senator said on Monday.

Siddle's twin-strike puts Australia in command

Siddle's twin-strike puts Australia in command

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

Peter Siddle's twin strikes left Pakistan reeling at 94 for four, chasing a mammoth 519 for eight at close of play on the second day of the third Test at Hobart on Friday.

Pak now says no Baloch dossier was given to India

Pak now says no Baloch dossier was given to India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2009

In an interview with Outlook magazine, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, in an apparent volte-face, said Pakistan actually never handed any dossier to India during Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's meeting with Yousuf Raza Gilani on the sidelines of the NAM summit at Sharm-el-Sheikh in July.

'Water issue can trigger next Indo-Pak war'

'Water issue can trigger next Indo-Pak war'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2010

The sharing of river waters between India and Pakistan is a "sensitive issue" that has the potential for triggering a war between the two countries, an adviser to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said.

Durrani's sacking shows Zardari-Gilani tussle

Durrani's sacking shows Zardari-Gilani tussle

Rediff.com8 Jan 2009

An Indian intelligence officer told rediff.com, "It's very well possible that when Zardari was out of the country Gilani took a hawkish stand to please the army chief General Ashfaq Kiyani. Right now, a hard stand against anyone perceived to be softer on India or America makes good politics in Islamabad."

Pak changes tune, to conduct 'credible probe'

Pak changes tune, to conduct 'credible probe'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2009

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani discussed the regional situation during a meeting on Tuesday and decided "to carry out a credible investigation of the evidence provided by India", The News daily said quoting sources

LTTE was behind attack on SL team: Gilani

LTTE was behind attack on SL team: Gilani

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday said that Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) was the mastermind behind the attack on the visiting Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore on March 3.

We have not forgotten Kashmir issue: Pakistan PM

We have not forgotten Kashmir issue: Pakistan PM

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has once again said that Islamabad would continue its support to the Kashmiri people and the government's decision to give autonomy to Gilgit Baltistan does not mean that it has shelved the Kashmir issue."We gave internal autonomy, sovereignty to Gilgit Baltistan which was a long standing demand of its people but this does not mean that we have forgotten Kashmir issue. We will continue to give moral and diplomatic support," he said.

Pak modified Harpoon missile: Report

Pak modified Harpoon missile: Report

Rediff.com30 Aug 2009

Validating New Delhi's fears that Islamabad was using US security aid to beef up its military against it, the Obama administration has accused Pakistan of illegally modifying the Harpoon anti-ship missile and maritime surveillance aircraft P-3C for land attacks for potential use against India.

Chargesheet against Musharraf to be ready on Fri

Chargesheet against Musharraf to be ready on Fri

Rediff.com14 Aug 2008

Pakistan's ruling coalition on Thursday rejected President Pervez Musharraf's call for reconciliation and announced that a chargesheet for his impeachment will be finalised on Friday, but apparently faced differences among allies on giving a "safe passage" to him.

Pakistan take 99-run lead over Kiwis

Pakistan take 99-run lead over Kiwis

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

Pakistan made a strong comeback on the fourth day of the final Test against New Zealand at McLean Park, in Napier, finishing the day on 347 for four wickets in its second innings.

Pakistan Air Force begins production of drones

Pakistan Air Force begins production of drones

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

The Pakistani Air Force has started the production of pilot-less drones, days after Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani pressed the United States to transfer the sensitive technology for a more potent type, which is used by the American military to target the Taliban.According to details issued by the PAF, the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra has commenced the production of pilot-less planes Falco Unmanned Aerial Vehicle.

Pakistan will fulfil its obligations, says Gilani

Pakistan will fulfil its obligations, says Gilani

Rediff.com11 Dec 2008

Pakistan will fulfil international obligations regarding the designation of individuals and entities by the United Nations as terrorist, Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani told visiting US Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte.

Pakistan struggle in wet Wellington

Pakistan struggle in wet Wellington

Rediff.com3 Dec 2009

New Zealand took the first day's honours in the second Test against Pakistan after reducing the visitors to 161 for 6 when stumps was called 56 minutes before the scheduled close at the Basin Reserve in Wellington on Thursday.

Pakistan PM, army chief on surprise visit to Swat

Pakistan PM, army chief on surprise visit to Swat

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and army chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani on Monday made an unannounced visit to the restive Swat valley where troops are engaged in flushing out Taliban militants.A top-level review of the security situation and the repatriation of the displaced people, uprooted by insurgency, was the highlight of the visit. The visit also assumes significance with reports of the army being on the verge of wrapping up the intensive operation.

New Zealand will miss Bond: Pak coach

New Zealand will miss Bond: Pak coach

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

News of Shane Bond's latest abdominal injury has undeniably given a boost to the Pakistan cricket team ahead of the Basin Reserve Test that begins from Thursday.

America's top military official arrives in Pak

America's top military official arrives in Pak

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

America's top military official arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday for consultations with Pakistan's civil and military leadership in the wake of tension with India following the terror attacks in Mumbai.

'Pakistan should not beg India for talks'

'Pakistan should not beg India for talks'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz has said that Islamabad should not beg New Delhi for talks."We should tell India that if they are not ready for talks then Pakistan is also not eager to enter any talk process," Leader of the Opposition Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan told the House in categorical words.Chaudhry Nisar was referring to the talks between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his Pakistani counterpart Yousuf Raza Gilani.