Pakistan News - Latest Updates & Headlines
FairPoint: Hurriyat associates turn the page in Kashmir, but wounds run deep
New Delhi, March 30: Recently, four associate outfits of the Hurriyat Conference severed their ties with separatism, pledging allegiance to the Constitution of India and vowing never to associate with groups or forums working against the country.
Inhe joote maarne chahiye: Basit Ali's jaw-dropping remark on professors who backed Babar Azam as opener
Islamabad, March 30: Former cricketer and coach Basit Ali launched a scathing tirade after Pakistan's shambolic defeat against an inexperienced New Zealand side in the first ODI in Napier.
Pakistan: Kurram tribes reach 8-month peace agreement ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr
Islamabad, March 30: The Warring tribes in the Kurram district of Pakistan have reached an eight-month peace agreement, ARY News reported on Saturday. This agreement marks a significant milestone for peace just before Eid-ul-Fitr 2025.
Pakistan: Drone strikes kill 11 TTP members, 9 civilians; KP govt orders probe
Mardan, March 30: In a first-of-its-kind operation, the Pakistan military carried out drone strikes to target suspected militant hideouts in Babozai village in Katlang tehsil of Khyber Pukhtunkhwa (KP) province's Mardan district, killing at least 11 militants of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and, reportedly, nine civilians.
Muhammad Abbass surpasses Krunal Pandya to score fastest half-century on ODI debut
Napier, March 29: New Zealand's 21-year-old right-hand batter Muhammad Abbas on Saturday became the player to slam the fastest-ever fifty on ODI debut during the first match of the three-match series against Pakistan at the McLean Park in Napier on Saturday.
Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith powers New Zealand to victory over Pakistan by 73 runs in first ODI
Napier, March 29: Left-hand batter Mark Chapman's century and right-arm seamer Nathan Smith's four-wicket haul stormed hosts New Zealand to victory over Pakistan in the first ODI of the three-match series at the McLean Park in Napier on Saturday.
Jammu and Kashmir: Wreath-laying ceremony held for police personnel killed in Kathua encounter
Kathua, March 29: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Friday laid a wreath and paid tribute to police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty during the Kathua anti-terrorist operation.
Chapman, Smith star as New Zealand trigger dramatic Pakistan collapse to register 73-run victory
Napier, March 29: Mark Chapman continued his dominance over Pakistan with a stunning career-best 132 off 111 balls, propelling New Zealand to a 73-run victory in the first ODI at McLean Park. The left-hander's masterful knock, combined with Daryl Mitchell’s gritty 76 and a record-breaking debut fifty from Muhammad Abbas, saw the hosts post an imposing 344.
Domingo replaces Gough as Lahore Qalandars head coach ahead of PSL 2025
Lahore, March 29: Lahore Qalandars have appointed Russell Domingo as their new head coach for the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after Darren Gough stepped down due to "unavoidable personal commitments".
Nitin Gadkari approves Rs 1,237.71 crore for Jaisalmer-Barmer highway; Cong MP Beniwal expresses gratitude
Jaipur, March 29: Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved the construction of a two-lane highway in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer and Barmer districts, near the India-Pakistan border, government officials said.
Two days before deadline, Pakistan deports 213 Afghan refugees
Rawalpindi, March 28: Over 200 Afghan refugees have been deported by Islamabad to their home country as Pakistan remains determined on its mass deportation plan.
Germany evacuates Afghan refugees from Pakistan amid imminent deportation threats
Berlin, March 28: Over 170 Afghan refugees facing imminent threats in Pakistan were evacuated by Germany in a chartered plane as part of Berlin's ongoing efforts to resettle at-risk Afghans.
Atrocities against minorities in Pak: EAM Jaishankar cites numbers, says closely monitoring
New Delhi, March 28: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday asserted that India is closely monitoring the atrocities against Hindus and other minorities in Pakistan and is raising these issues on international platforms.
Assam will witness political storm by September: CM Sarma on Gaurav Gogoi's Pak links
Guwahati, March 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Thursday that the state will witness a political storm by the month of September this year due to Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi's alleged Pakistan links.
Pakistan rejects 'Democracy Act' bill by US lawmakers to sanction Pak army chief
Islamabad, March 27: The Pakistan Foreign Office (PFO) has taken a serious note of a bipartisan bill introduced by US lawmakers in the House of Representatives seeking sanctions against the country's state officials, including the Army Chief, over alleged human rights violations. Pakistan dismissed the bill on Thursday, calling it an "isolated act" and the opinion of individuals, which does not represent the bilateral relations between Islamabad and Washington.
Time to exit: Pakistan has lost the war it started against people of Balochistan
T: he United States, being highly strategic and farsighted, realised after 20 years of war in Afghanistan that achieving victory there was impossible. It took into account the horrors and defeat of the Vietnam War, as well as the collapse of the Soviet Union in Afghanistan, ultimately concluding that further involvement in Afghanistan would be a waste of resources and time.
UN experts seek release of Baloch human rights defenders by Pak; end of crackdown on peaceful stirs
Geneva, March 27: The United Nations experts on Wednesday demanded that Pakistan release Balochistan human rights defenders and end the crackdown on peaceful protests.
Latham ruled out of Pakistan ODIs with fractured hand, Bracewell to captain NZ
Napier, March 27: New Zealand wicket-keeper batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand, New Zealand Cricket said on Thursday.
Tom Latham ruled out of New Zealand's ODI series against Pakistan with fractured right hand
Wellington, March 27: New Zealand wicketkeeper batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand.
Privilege to play for NZ: James Neesham following his match winning spell in fifth T20I against Pakistan
Wellington, March 26: After his match-winning performance in the fifth T20I against Pakistan, New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham expressed his feelings after getting a chance to represent his country in the sport of cricket at national level.
The whole bowling unit has been outstanding: Michael Bracewell praised New Zealand bowling after winning the T20 series 4-1 against Pakistan
Wellington March 26: With Tim Siefert's unbeaten 50 and James Neesham's five-wicket haul hosts New Zealand stormed to victory over Pakistan in the fifth and final T20I of the series at the Sky Stadium held in Wellington on Wednesday.
Worried China once again raises serious doubts about safety of its nationals in Pakistan
Islamabad, March 26: As the security situation in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan provinces continues to worsen, China has once again expressed deep concerns over the safety of its nationals who are currently working in different projects linked to the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Seifert, Neesham power New Zealand to 4-1 series win over Pakistan
Wellington, March 26: New Zealand wrapped up a 4-1 series win against Pakistan after securing an eight-wicket win in the fifth and final T20I here at Sky Stadium on Wednesday.
Jacob Duffy continues to soar to new heighs in latest ICC T20I Bowling rankings
Dubai, March 26: New Zealand's quick Jacob Duffy's phenomenal rise in the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings continued following his stellar display in the home series against Pakistan.
IMF approves $1.3 billion loan package for Pakistan
Islamabad, March 26: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Pakistan for a $1.3 billion loan package for a period of 28 months to support the country's efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change.
Fatima Sana to lead Pakistan in ICC Women's World Cup qualifiers
Lahore, March 26: Host Pakistan have announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup qualifiers on Wednesday, with pace all-rounder Fatima Sana, who led Pakistan at last year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup , continuing to lead the team in the 50-over event
'Govt focuses on strengthening border security with modernization': MHA to Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 25: The government of India is committed to the construction and modernization of critical border infrastructure, such as fencing, border outposts, floodlights and roads, to enhance security along international borders, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) informed the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
Uncapped New Zealand duo earn call-ups in Latham-led squad for Pakistan ODIs
Wellington, March 25: Uncapped top-order batter Nick Kelly and left-arm pacer Muhammad Abbas earned their maiden national side call-ups for Tom Latham led-New Zealand's ODI series against Pakistan at home starting from March 29 onwards.
Pakistan continues to illegally occupy part of J&K, must vacate: India at UN
New Delhi, March 25: India on Tuesday said Pakistan continued to "illegally occupy" part of Jammu and Kashmir, and "must vacate" the territory while slamming the neighbouring country for its "repeated references" to J&K at a United Nations debate on peacekeeping reforms.
India tells Pakistan it must quit Kashmir, stop justifying terrorism
United Nations, March 25: India has told Pakistan to vacate the illegally occupied territory in Jammu and Kashmir and stop justifying state-sponsored terrorism.
PSL: Karachi Kings appoint David Warner as captain for 2025 season
Karachi, March 24: Former Australia opener David Warner has been appointed as Karachi Kings captain for the 2025 season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), commencing on April 11.
'38 hrs since Mahrang Baloch's detention': Amnesty International demands release of Baloch rights leader
Islamabad, March 23: Amnesty International South Asia, Regional Office on Sunday called on Pakistani authorities to immediately release Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch and all others being detained for exercising their right to peaceful protest.
New Zealand's Duffy, Foulkes demolish Pak batting, register massive win in 4th T20I
Mount Maunganui, March 23: Seamers Jacob Duffy and Zakary Foulkes's exceptional bowling performance guided New Zealand to victory over Pakistan by 115 runs in the fourth T20I of the five-match series at the Bay Oval on Sunday.
Basit Ali gives technical advice to Babar Azam; predicts best batter in PSL
Islamabad, March 22: Former cricketer Basit Ali has provided technical input to Pakistan's premier player, Babar Azam. The former cricketer predicted that he would be the "best batter" in the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Henry ruled out, Jamieson replaced in New Zealand's squad for last two T20Is against Pakistan
Wellington, March 22: Right-arm quick Matt Henry has been ruled out of New Zealand's last two T20Is against Pakistan and will continue "his injury rehabilitation programme."
Geneva: BNM chief urges Pashtuns to declare struggle for 'freedom', unite with Baloch and Sindhi
Geneva, March 22: Naseem Baloch, Chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), appealed for unity among "oppressed nations" while addressing the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) event at the Geneva Press Club on Friday.
International forces fomenting instability in region surrounding Bharat, need to address this challenge: RSS
Bengaluru, March 22: The RSS on Saturday raised concerns over international forces trying to foment instability in the entire region surrounding India and called for addressing the issue.
India's social bonding is very high, happiness index doesn't reflect reality: Sri Sri Ravishankar
Washington DC, March 22: Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar expressed disappointment over India being ranked 118th in the 2025 World Happiness Index, saying the country deserves a much higher position due to its strong social bonds, cooperation, and human values.
Matt Henry ruled out of remainder of T20Is against Pakistan
Auckland, March 22: New Zealand Cricket (NZC) confirmed that pacer Matt Henry will not take part in the ongoing T20I series against Pakistan as he continues his injury rehabilitation programme.
India's UN Representative raises voice at UNHRC over persecution of Hindus and Christians in Pakistan
Geneva, March 21: Christians (2.4 billion) and Hindus (1.2 billion) are considered minorities in Pakistan, constituting only over 3 per cent of the country's total population, and they endure severe persecution.