International

India Slams PoJK Polls

India has termed the recent polls in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as a 'cosmetic electoral exercise'. The Ministry of External Affairs made this statement, criticizing the elections as an attempt to mask the illegal occupation.

29 Jul 2026

Pakistan: Lift Communications Blackout

Amnesty International urges Pakistan to lift communications blackout amid election protests. The organization has received reports of lethal force used against protesters.

29 Jul 2026

India, Pak Ties Defined By 1972 Shimla Treaty

The Shimla Agreement has been the cornerstone of India-Pakistan relations, committing both nations to resolve disputes through direct negotiation. This treaty has played a crucial role in defining the dialogue between the two countries.

28 Jul 2026

India Invites Nepal PM Balen Shah for Official Visit

India has extended an invitation to Nepal's Prime Minister Balen Shah for an official visit to strengthen bilateral ties.

28 Jul 2026

US, Japan Call on India to Lift Farm Export Restrictions

The United States and Japan have urged India to address its export restrictions on farm products, calling for policy changes to ease trade flows.

28 Jul 2026

Lipulekh Pass Reopens After Six Years; Trade to Resume Aug 1, Only 20 Traders Approved

India will resume trade across the Lipulekh Pass with China from August 1 after a six‑year closure. The government has granted clearance to just 20 traders, raising questions about the selection process.

28 Jul 2026

Indian-Origin Postal Worker Collapses During Shift in Texas; Probe Launched

An Indian-origin postal worker collapsed while on duty in Texas, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the incident.

28 Jul 2026

Maldives President Urges SAARC Summit; India Calls for Goodwill in Cooperation

The Maldives President has requested a SAARC summit, prompting India to emphasize that any cooperation must be based on goodwill.

28 Jul 2026

German Ambassador Hails India-EU FTA as Catalyst for Mutual Prosperity

German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann said the India‑EU free trade agreement will create wealth and prosperity for both partners.

28 Jul 2026

Trump Warns Iran: Pickaxe Mountain and Other Targets May Face US Strikes

President Donald Trump has issued a warning that Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain and other strategic sites could be targeted by U.S. forces, signalling a potential escalation in the region.

28 Jul 2026

India, China Resume Nathu La Trade

India and China are set to resume trade through the Nathu La border from August 1. This move is expected to boost economic ties between the two nations.

28 Jul 2026

CJP Assures Protesters

The Chief Justice of Pakistan has assured protesters that no one will be left alone after midnight talks with the government. The talks were held to address the concerns of the protesters.

28 Jul 2026