India’s decision to re-engage diplomatically with the Taliban marks a significant shift in its regional approach. Following the collapse of the previous Afghan government led by President Ashraf Ghani in 2021, India faced a major setback to its two-decade-long investments in Afghanistan’s development and democratic institutions.
Lack of friends at a time when India is a significant military and economic power surprises oldtime diplomats. Within living memory, the pendulum has swung from one extreme to the other; in the 1950s and 1960s when we had little to offer to the world except moral guidance, we were the undisputed leader of developing nations.
At least 10 Pakistanis have died in another tragic incident when a boat carrying at least 80 passengers capsized near Morocco.
The newly-elected President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto is likely to be the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations of India, it is learnt.
Amid concerns over Pakistan’s readiness in completing the renovation work of the stadiums in time for the upcoming Champions Trophy, a five-member ICC delegation visited the country on Thursday to take stock of preparations for the marquee tournament.
PAC Chairman Noor said: "The US should pay the penalty if it does not approve of Pakistan and Iran going ahead with the gas pipeline project.
In his video message on Twitter, Khan also urged for a transparent investigation into attacks on government buildings.
He has sought to whip up emotions by alleging that his arrest and a ban on his party are imminent as part of what he calls the “London plan”, a reference to UKbased former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, who is charged with being the puppeteer.
Many stories circulate about the corruption of leading politicians of Pakistan, the Bhuttos, the Sharifs and the Zardaris etc., but the Army, which was the knight in shining armour, has outdone all politicians by institutionalising corruption. Reports indicate that the Pakistan Army has interests in a number of business ventures. Moreover, senior army officers, both serving and retired, head hosts of institutions in Pakistan, and unashamedly feather their nests
Every case pertaining to Imran is personally heard by the CJP and immediate relief is granted. The President briefs Imran on the goings on within the government while refusing to sign orders which could damage Imran’s position.
