The second round of discussions between Afghanistan and Pakistan commenced in the Turkish city of Istanbul on Saturday, the Dawn reported, a week after both parties jointly agreed to a ceasefire agreement following intense border clashes earlier this month.
The Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict has halted cross-border trade, causing severe shortages of fruits and vegetables in Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir. Prices of essentials like tomatoes and onions have skyrocketed, traders face massive losses, and Afghan exporters struggle with unsold produc
Pakistan and Afghanistan began a new round of talks in Istanbul to create a verifiable mechanism preventing cross-border terrorist attacks. The discussions follow the Doha ceasefire agreement, with Turkiye and Qatar mediating efforts to build lasting peace, strengthen monitoring, and ensure
The World Food Programme reports rising food prices in Afghan markets as border closures with Pakistan, high fuel costs, and the Salang Highway shutdown drive up transportation expenses. Residents struggle with soaring costs of flour, rice, and cooking oil, while drivers call for government
During the meeting, the Governor was apprised of the prevailing security and operational scenario along the Indo-Bangladesh border, and of the various measures being undertaken by the BSF to ensure effective border management.
"Afghan transit trade is closed, and is not taking place. It is not taking place because of the factors that you were aware of. There was considerable discussion on this question during last week's briefing as well. Till the evaluation of the security situation, this transit trade will remai
In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Warm greetings to all ITBP Himveers and their families on their Raising Day. The Force embodies unmatched courage, discipline and devotion to duty. Serving amid the harshest climates and most difficult terrains, they safeguard the nation with unwavering reso
Days after recent border clashes with Pakistan, Afghanistan's Taliban-led administration on Friday announced plans to begin construction of dams over the Kunar River, a key waterway that flows into Pakistan's northwestern region.
The project, estimated to cost around Rs 500 crore, aims to enhance cross-border trade and connectivity between India and Nepal. The Chief Minister said that this ambitious project will play a vital role in strengthening cooperation, trade, and development in the border regions.
The Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, who displayed exemplary valour during Operation Sindoor, will take centre stage at this year's National Unity Day parade, to be held on October 31 at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat's Narmada district.
According to Additional Commissioner of Police (CP) Special Cell Pramod Kushwaha, both accused identified as Adnan and Adnan were in contact with a foreign handler suspected to be operating from the Syria-Turkey border. The duo had conducted reconnaissance of several crowded locations, in