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Handcuffed suspect escapes from custody at Jinnah Airport

A security breach occurred at Jinnah International Airport when a murder suspect managed to escape from Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) custody.

2025-08-22T17:44:14.671549+00:00 IST

Kandahar officials destroy over 13,000 kg of seized narcotics

During a public burning of the seized drugs in Spin Boldak district, officials stated that the confiscated substances included opium, hashish, opium derivatives, tablets, crystal meth, and chemicals used in drug processing, Tolo News reported.

2025-08-22T17:16:42.262587+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Karachi warehouse blast kills 4, injures 33

A fire and explosion at a Karachi warehouse killed four people and injured 33, officials said. The blast, possibly triggered by a short circuit amid highly flammable or explosive material, damaged the building and nearby structures. Poor infrastructure and safety lapses are common causes of such incidents in Pakistan.

2025-08-22T17:02:58.841179+00:00 IST

Punjab Minister criticises US over visa pause for truck drivers

The reaction came after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the United States would temporarily halt issuing worker visas to commercial truck drivers, citing concerns related to road safety and job protection for American truckers.

2025-08-22T16:07:33.677684+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 22 sorties of Chinese aircraft

As per the MND, of the 22 sorties, nine crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.

2025-08-22T15:02:46.586690+00:00 IST

PM Modi to visit Japan, China to strengthen strategic ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

2025-08-22T14:50:22.667239+00:00 IST

Minorities in Pak face systemic discrimination

The Parliamentarians Commission for Human Rights (PCHR) has urged renewed efforts at a national level, where individuals from all faiths and backgrounds can equally engage in society, according to a report by Samaa TV.

2025-08-22T13:12:49.856591+00:00 IST

Pak Army Chief's statement points at 'robber mentality'

Singh said that after Operation Sindoor, such a doubt should never have arisen in Pakistan.

2025-08-22T12:33:18.192572+00:00 IST

Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka to visit India from August 24-27

Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka will visit India from August 24-27. His programme includes meetings with PM Modi and President Murmu, wreath laying at Rajghat, MoU exchanges, and an ICWA lecture in Delhi before concluding the visit.

2025-08-22T12:30:49.484587+00:00 IST

Bangladesh govt warns of legal action against media outlets

The interim government of Bangladesh on Friday warned of legal action against media outlets broadcasting Sheikh Hasina's speech.

2025-08-22T12:11:03.681031+00:00 IST

Army Chief Gen Dwivedi to visit Algeria next week

"The Indian Army Chief is expected to discuss strengthening Army-to-Army ties, expanding training exchanges, and enhancing capability development initiatives. The two sides are also expected to explore opportunities for defence industrial partnership, particularly in areas of modernisation, logistics, and equipment support," the Indian Army said.

2025-08-22T11:46:37.328320+00:00 IST

"When doors close in one region, they open in another"

Priyadarshi, while speaking to ANI at the SCO Summit 2025: Resetting India-China Ties on Thursday, said that though trade with the US seems to be difficult, other bilateral trade partners of India have opened their markets for trade.

2025-08-22T11:31:29.309074+00:00 IST

Thai court dismisses royal defamation case against Thaksin

A Thai court dismissed royal defamation charges against former PM Thaksin Shinawatra due to lack of evidence, Al Jazeera reported. Supporters cheered the verdict, while interim PM Phumtham Wechayachai said it was an independent judicial process. Thaksin and his daughter Paetongtarn still face major legal challenges.

2025-08-22T11:23:21.629108+00:00 IST

Afghanistan, Pakistan and China vow stronger cooperation

Afghanistan, Pakistan, and China agreed to boost cooperation against terror groups, including TTP, at a trilateral meeting in Kabul, Tolo News reported. Leaders highlighted peace, stability, and economic ties, while experts expressed doubts, citing Pakistan's conflicting approach and declining trade with Afghanistan.

2025-08-22T11:11:43.597257+00:00 IST

"Gates of hell will open over Hamas": Israeli Defense Minister

"The gates of hell will soon open over Hamas murderers and rapists in Gaza -- until they agree to Israel's conditions for ending the war, primarily the release of all hostages and their disarmament," Katz said.

2025-08-22T10:33:52.272583+00:00 IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hails UN women military officers

"Women officers bring invaluable perspectives and approaches to peace operations. They are often able to foster deeper trust with local communities, particularly with women and children whose voices are often unheard in the rebuilding of societies torn by conflict. Their presence has been shown to help prevent sexual violence and increase gender equality on the ground. Moreover, women peacekeepers serve as powerful role models inspiring local women and girls to see themselves as active participants in peace and security", Rajnath Singh highlighted.

2025-08-22T10:16:00.148192+00:00 IST

56th DG level meet in Dhaka to discuss India-Bdesh border issues

Action against Indian Insurgent Groups (IIGs) in Bangladesh, issues related to border infrastructure, joint efforts for effective implementation of the Coordinated Border Management Plan (CBMP), Confidence Building Measures (CBM), and other issues will also be raised in the four-day conference being held from August 25 to August 28.

2025-08-22T09:22:15.086760+00:00 IST

Sit-In Protests in Islamabad, Karachi continue over detentions

Sit-in demonstrations by families of missing Baloch persons and detained members of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) continued outside press clubs in Islamabad and Karachi on Thursday, according to a report by The Balochistan Post (TBP).

2025-08-22T08:57:21.387148+00:00 IST

Former Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrested

Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe was arrested on Friday on allegations of state funds' misuse as reported by Newswire.

2025-08-22T08:49:48.979097+00:00 IST

Pak: Auditor General flags Rs 28.6 billion irregularities in NDMA

According to a report by Dawn, the Auditor General of Pakistan's report for 2023-24 has raised audit objections amounting to Rs28.62 billion concerning the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).

2025-08-22T08:42:14.298808+00:00 IST

Traders’ sit-down halts PoGB amid anger over taxes, unemployment

A large sit-in protest by traders is ongoing throughout Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), bringing daily life in Gilgit city and its vicinity to a standstill.

2025-08-22T08:35:11.925800+00:00 IST