Pakistan

Pakistan declares emergency as devastating floods affect millions

Aug 27, 2022 01:32

The government of Pakistan has declared a state of emergency to deal with the monsoon floods that have hit areas across the country and affected more than 30 million people.
Pakistan floods have affected over 30 million people: Official

Aug 26, 2022 04:17

Pakistan's climate change minister says record monsoon rains and ensuing flooding have affected more than 30 million people across the country.
Iran-Pakistan specialized exhibition held in Islamabad

Aug 25, 2022 05:12

While the world is facing economic problems such as the growing global energy prices and the interference in the supply and transit system of goods, both Pakistan and Iran have held the first specialized exhibition of Iranian goods in Islamabad to overcome existing challenges.
India sacks military officers for ‘accidentally’ firing missile into Pakistan

Aug 24, 2022 23:55

Indian government has sacked three air force officers for the "accidental firing of a missile" into neighboring Pakistan in March.
Flood death toll tops 800 in Pakistan's 'catastrophe of epic scale'

Aug 24, 2022 23:50

A fresh spell of rain in parts of Pakistan’s southern Sindh province has added to the woes of residents of Hyderabad, the province’s second-largest city, already flooded with accumulated rainwater, especially in the low-lying areas.
Pakistan: Imran Khan supporters prevent police from arresting him

Aug 22, 2022 07:56

Supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan gathered around his home on Monday to prevent police from arresting their leader, who has been charged under anti-terror laws.
Iran, Pakistan agree to boost trade ties during Iranian delegation's visit

Aug 19, 2022 07:58

Minister for Roads and Urban Development Rostam Ghasemi heading a delegation of 57 dignitaries from Iran visited Islamabad on the sidelines of the 21st Session of the Pak-Iran Joint Economic Commission.
Iran, Pakistan close to inking free trade agreement

Aug 19, 2022 01:06

Iran and Pakistan are expected to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) within the next six months, says a senior Pakistani government official, amid efforts by the two neighbors to boost their bilateral trade.
Imran Khan supporters hold anti-government protest in Islamabad

Aug 18, 2022 05:17

Supporters of Pakistan's former Prime Minister, Imran Khan, and lawmakers from the Tehreek-i-Insaf party held a rally in the capital Islamabad against what they called “government’s US-backed policies”.
Pakistanis hold mourning processions to pay tribute to Imam Hussain (AS)

Aug 10, 2022 06:16

Mourners across Pakistan have held processions to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussain (AS), his family, and his companions on the day of Ashura.