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Pakistan floods: PDMA issues alert as Sutlej, Chenab rivers overflow

Pakistan's Punjab province is bracing for severe flooding, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issuing a flood alert for the Sutlej and Chenab rivers, as well as hill torrents.

2025-09-06T15:50:26.242601+00:00 IST

Countries send aid to Afghanistan earthquake victims

Several countries, including Russia, China, Japan, Turkmenistan, and Bangladesh, have provided cash and non-cash aid to the Islamic Emirate to support those affected by the disaster.

2025-09-06T14:52:01.616136+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Macron review progress in bilateral cooperation

The two leaders reviewed and positively assessed the developments in bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including economics, defence, science, technology, and space.

2025-09-06T13:35:28.750173+00:00 IST

Pak Air force officer blusters about 60-0 score 'next time'

"Next time, the score will not be 6-0 but 60-0, Insha Allah (God willing)," Khan said.

2025-09-06T13:32:51.646548+00:00 IST

Pro-government militias blamed for two killings in Balochistan

Two individuals were reportedly shot dead in separate incidents in the Mand area of Kech district on Saturday, in what local sources describe as targeted attacks carried out by members of pro-government militias, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-09-06T12:57:54.113833+00:00 IST

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa feels abandoned as terror rises and federal ai

During a recent assembly session, K-P Minister Arshad Ayub emphasised the need for elected representatives to be included in critical security discussions. Ayub stated that provincial lawmakers remain uninformed about decisions made in Apex Committee meetings, which are attended by top civil and military leaders. "Our representatives are answerable to the people. They deserve to be informed," Ayub remarked.

2025-09-06T12:39:46.371083+00:00 IST

US military delivers essential supplies to flood-hit Pakistan

The United States military aircraft delivered essential supplies to Pakistan in response to the devastating floods that have affected the country.

2025-09-06T12:32:02.487619+00:00 IST

Trump misread India’s strategic autonomy: Ex-diplomat Sikri

US President Donald Trump sudden shift in his tone towards its ties with India has sparked renewed interest, and some confusion, in the geopolitical landscape, but for former Indian diplomat Veena Sikri, the answer may lie not in the politics of the situation but in a fundamental of Trump's misunderstanding of India's strategic doctrine.

2025-09-06T09:35:01.033785+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Fazlur Rehman states K-P governance "meaningless", blam

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-F (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has criticised the deteriorating governance in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), stating that the provincial administration has lost all significance and is failing its citizens.

2025-09-06T09:34:12.699243+00:00 IST

‘A very welcome development,’ says ex-envoy Jawed Ashraf

Former envoy Jawed Ashraf said Trump's positive remarks on Modi mark a "lowering of temperature" in US-India ties. He called it a welcome step but urged caution, noting tariffs remain and Trump's views can shift. Modi's restrained reciprocation showed India's consistent, measured approach.

2025-09-06T09:32:13.168850+00:00 IST

Pakistan floods halt train services on five Punjab sections

Floods and heavy rains in Punjab have suspended train services on five sections and damaged power infrastructure, Dawn reported. Pakistan Railways is repairing breached tracks and bridges, while Lesco said over 73,000 consumers were hit, with 13,000 still without electricity. Other Discos also reported massive losses.

2025-09-06T09:05:36.210689+00:00 IST

PM Modi responded in best diplomatic fashion: KP Fabian

Former diplomat KP Fabian said PM Modi responded "in the best diplomatic fashion" to Donald Trump's remarks but cautioned against taking Trump's statements as policy. He rejected US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's claim India would surrender on tariffs, calling Trump's reasoning "illogical and factually wrong."

2025-09-06T08:51:12.443832+00:00 IST

China accused of using schools to erase Tibetan identity

China has opened a new boarding school in eastern Tibet for children aged 9-12, which rights groups say is part of a campaign to assimilate Tibetan children, separate them from families, and erode their language, culture, and identity. Experts and the UN warn of long-term psychological and cultural harm.

2025-09-06T08:17:26.104996+00:00 IST

Tshering Wangchuk Sherpa appointed India’s ambassador to Vietnam

Sherpa, a seasoned Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer from the 2002 batch, is currently serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs.

2025-09-06T08:14:26.925610+00:00 IST

Hope for US reconciliation, but uncertain: Former diplomat

Former diplomat T.P. Sreenivasan said there are signs of a positive shift in US President Donald Trump's approach towards PM Modi, expressing cautious optimism about India-US ties while noting uncertainty due to Trump's unpredictability and his advisors' tough stance.

2025-09-06T08:08:15.179246+00:00 IST

Chinese landing bridge ships seen as weak link in Taiwan assault

The Chinese military has developed a fleet of landing bridge ships to enhance its amphibious assault capabilities, but their effectiveness in a potential invasion of Taiwan is questionable due to their extreme vulnerability, according to defence analyst Shen Ming-shih.

2025-09-06T07:45:02.618025+00:00 IST

Awwad calls PM Modi’s response to Trump as ‘Positive statement’

West Asia strategist Waiel Awwad on Saturday termed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's response to US President Donald Trump's praise of India-US ties as a "positive statement", while also emphasising the need for cautious optimism in light of past policy decisions.

2025-09-06T07:42:49.283377+00:00 IST

PTI boycotts NA, backs Sept 8 Balochistan shutter-down strike

PTI boycotted National Assembly proceedings on Friday, backing a Sept 8 shutter-down strike in Balochistan. The party urged the judiciary to hear appeals against the 26th Constitutional Amendment, called for suspension of Afghan refugee repatriation, and criticized the government for failing to pass people-friendly legislation.

2025-09-06T07:16:33.883289+00:00 IST

3rd Balochistan internet shutdown sparks rights group criticism

Human rights watchdog Amnesty International has denounced the move, stating that these blanket shutdowns infringe on citizens' rights to information, free expression, and freedom of movement.

2025-09-06T06:49:28.511806+00:00 IST

"PM Modi values India-US partnership": EAM Jaishankar

EAM S Jaishankar said PM Modi values India-US ties and has a good personal relationship with President Trump, but gave no further details on ongoing engagements.

2025-09-06T06:25:50.290668+00:00 IST

CJI Gavai on official visit to Nepal to strengthen judicial ties

Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai is on an official visit to Nepal, where he addressed the India-Nepal Judicial Dialogue on jurisprudence and reforms. The visit also saw the first Joint Working Group meeting following the April 2025 MoU between the two Supreme Courts.

2025-09-06T05:35:47.132349+00:00 IST