Police accused of opening fire on Imran Khan’s supporters in Pakistan Protests are intensifying after the imposition of federal rule over the only province controlled by Khan’s PTI party The Independent UK · 8h ago
Imran Khan’s stronghold in crisis: What's happening after emergency rule in Pak's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan’s political confrontation over jailed former prime minister Imran Khan has escalated after the federal government imposed emergency and governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, suspending the authority of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led provincial administration. The move, announced on Sunday, brings one of the party’s most important political strongholds under federal… The Times of India · Oct 12
Pakistani president suspends provincial government led by Khan's party ahead of march A state of emergency was declared in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, suspending the provincial government led by Imran Khan's party. The federal government cited neglect of counterterrorism efforts as a reason for this decision. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi pointed to increased militant violence as justification for the emergency rule. Khan's party condemned… The Economic Times · Oct 11
Pakistan tells UN chief 25 terrorist groups operating in Afghanistan amid tensions with Kabul Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres that 25 terrorist organisations were operating in Afghanistan and urged international cooperation to tackle the threat. His remarks came amid escalating Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions following Pakistani airstrikes on militant targets. Guterres also praised Pakistan's contribution to UN peacekeeping missions. The Economic Times · Oct 8
Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan's party begins long march after talks with government fail Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party commenced a long march towards Islamabad following unsuccessful negotiations. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced the march from Lakki Marwat's Gandi Chowk as a response to political tensions. Negotiations between Khan's party and the government focused on various demands but ended in… The Economic Times · Oct 4
No drama but no handshakes either in India-Pakistan Asiad cricket final India triumphed in the Asian Games cricket final, defeating Pakistan by 19 runs to secure their gold medal once more. The match proceeded with remarkable sportsmanship, as both teams placed their emphasis on cricket, avoiding the customary handshakes that are often clouded by rivalry. Pakistan earned silver and Sri Lanka… The Economic Times · Oct 3
ACC president Mohsin Naqvi to miss India-Pakistan Asian Games final Asian Cricket Council President Mohsin Naqvi will not attend the Asian Games gold medal contest between India and Pakistan. Naqvi is the head of the Pakistan Cricket Board and the country's interior minister. Indian men's and women's cricket teams have refused to take their respective Asia Cup trophies from him… The Economic Times · Oct 2
India and Pakistan set up Asian Games cricket final showdown amid political tensions India and Pakistan will renew their rivalry this weekend The Independent UK · Oct 1
13 killed, dozens injured in suicide attack in northwest Pakistan At least 13 people were killed in a suicide bombing targeting a police checkpost in Dera Ismail Khan. The attack involved a tractor-trolley loaded with explosives rammed into the checkpost near the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border. Among the dead are two women and two children, while 30 others sustained injuries. Rescue… The Economic Times · Sep 26
Two tankers hit by 'unknown projectile' or debris in Strait of Hormuz Two tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday by either an "unknown projectile" or debris, a maritime security agency said. United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations added that at least two crew members were injured in the first incident, and both vessels will continue to their next port… France 24 · Sep 21
Pak minister Naqvi warns Imran Khan's PTI ahead of Islamabad march Pakistan interior minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday warned jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ahead of the party’s planned protest in Islamabad, saying it “can never achieve anything through such drama." The Times of India · Sep 21
‘Path of deception closed’: Iran vows ‘no limits’ in retaliation if US attacks Iran has issued a stern warning, promising unlimited retaliation and a decisive conflict if the US attacks or dismisses its demands. Through Qatari mediators, Tehran has proposed seven conditions for a truce to Washington. Officials in Iran stressed that any regional nations supporting the US would be drawn into the… The Times of India · Sep 20
Pakistan minister Naqvi to visit Tehran; Iran says talks to focus on bilateral ties Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is set to visit Tehran on Sunday to address bilateral agreements and rising West Asian tensions, including conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis as well as disrupted global shipping channels. The Economic Times · Sep 20
BCCI writing foreign policy? India's Asia Cup Trophy snub raises questions In a surprising turn of events, the Indian women's cricket team declined to accept the Asia Cup trophy following their victory. This decision was previously communicated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). While the team's participation adhered to their commitments,… The Economic Times · Sep 15
The Independent UK · Sep 14 India wins women's Asia Cup but yet again refuses to take trophy from Pakistani official Political tensions between India and Pakistan have spilled onto the cricket field again
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Richa Ghosh's father Manabendra supports India's refusal to accept Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi The Indian women's cricket team declined the Women's T20 Asia Cup trophy presentation. Richa Ghosh's father supported the team's decision regarding the trophy ceremony. He stated that winning the championship was more important than the presentation. India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs to secure their eighth continental title. The…
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Position taken by BCCI and we stand by it: Muzumdar on not accepting Asia Cup trophy from Naqvi The Indian women's cricket team fully supports the BCCI's decision regarding the Asia Cup trophy. Coach Amol Muzumdar stated that winning the tournament is sufficient for the players. The team comprehensively defeated Sri Lanka in the final to secure their eighth title. This refusal to accept the trophy from the…
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Mohsin Naqvi snubbed again by India: BCCI explains why women's cricket team refused to take Asia cup trophy from Pakistan cricket chief after defeating Sri Lanka in final BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said India’s women’s team did not accept the Women’s Asia Cup trophy from ACC president Mohsin Naqvi in solidarity with the men’s team’s decision from last year. Head coach Amol Muzumdar backed the BCCI’s stand, while Saikia said India’s title triumph remained the priority after the…
The Economic Times · Sep 14 Women's Asia Cup: India refuse trophy from Pakistan's Mohsin Naqvi after winning record eighth title India's women's cricket team won a record-extending eighth Asia Cup title after beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs, but did not accept the trophy from ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi of Pakistan. The impasse mirrors last year's men's Asia Cup ceremony, when India also declined to receive the trophy from Naqvi.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8 It was clear Pakistan would struggle in England but they were set up to fail My heart has always belonged to Pakistan’s cricketers but the PCB’s nonsensical decision-making is breaking it
The Economic Times · Sep 7 Pakistan cricket hit by match-fixing controversy again: Players’ phones confiscated as seven players sent home Pakistan cricket has come under scrutiny after the PCB made sweeping changes during the England Test series. Seven players were dropped, several new players were added, and the board confirmed an internal disciplinary inquiry following reports concerning discipline and conduct. A report also claimed that some players’ phones were taken…
The Times of India · Sep 4 ‘Growing differences between military, Asif Zardari’: Self-exiled Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain makes big claim ‘Growing differences between military, President Zardari’: Self-exiled Pak politician makes big claim
The Economic Times · Aug 28 Army chief's Iran visit focused on de-escalation, negotiated settlement: Pakistan Pakistan's Foreign Office stated Army chief Asim Munir's Iran visit aimed at regional de-escalation. He met Iranian leaders to discuss preventing conflict escalation and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Islamabad refuted claims that Munir visited Iran as an envoy for the United States. Pakistan continues its diplomatic efforts to revive…
The Independent UK · Aug 25 Ship disabled by attack in Strait of Hormuz and other news from around the Middle East An oil tanker was disabled after being struck by an unknown projectile off Oman, underscoring shipping risks as Iran maintains tight control over the Strait of Hormuz
The Times of India · Aug 23 Pakistan army chief Asim Munir to visit Iran amid push to revive stalled US talks Pakistan had signed the interim peace agreement as a guarantor. However, the arrangement broke down as tensions in West Asia intensified and the US and Iran resumed military strikes. Pakistan has since been trying to restart the diplomatic process. Interior minister Mohsin Naqvi travelled to Tehran earlier this month, where…