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Nawaz Sharif Hails Jaishankar’s Visit as a New Start for Indo-Pak Relations

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has hailed the visit of India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, to Islamabad for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conclave, describing it as a potential “new beginning” for strained India-Pakistan relations. Sharif urged both nations to “bury the past” and work towards a peaceful and

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Taiwan Detects Record 153 Chinese Military Aircraft Post-Drills

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

Taiwan detected a record-breaking 153 Chinese military aircraft around the island following large-scale military drills conducted by China. According to Taiwan’s defense ministry, the aircraft were spotted within a 25-hour period, from Monday evening until 6:00 am Tuesday (local time), marking the highest number recorded in a single day. Large-Scale Chinese Drills Near

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North Korea Puts Border Troops on High Alert Over Drone Claims

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

North Korea has placed its border troops on high alert after accusing South Korea of flying drones into Pyongyang, escalating tensions along the heavily militarized Korean border. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), North Korea’s military was ordered over the weekend to “get fully ready to open fire” in response to what […]

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Taiwan Responds to China’s Military Drills, Avoids Escalation

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

Taiwan’s Defence Ministry announced on Monday that it would not escalate tensions in response to China’s recent military drills, despite heightened alert levels on its outlying islands. The drills, which encircled Taiwan, were described by Beijing as a “major warning” to the island over its continued pursuit of independence. Taiwan Criticizes China’s Military

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Restrictions Imposed in Karachi, Punjab Ahead of SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

Ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on October 15-16, Pakistan’s Karachi and parts of Punjab have implemented strict restrictions under Section 144. The Karachi administration enforced the measure for four days, from October 13 to October 17, to ensure public safety and maintain law and order during the international summit. Section 144 in […]

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Saudi Arabia to Allocate $200 Billion in Construction Contracts to Pakistan

By Editor - News Desk October 12, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih announced on Thursday that the Kingdom plans to direct a significant portion of its $200 billion annual construction and material procurement contracts to Pakistan. Speaking at the Pak-Saudi Business Forum 2024 in Islamabad, Al-Falih expressed optimism about finalizing at least $2 billion in business proposals during his

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China May Deploy Troops to Pakistan Amid Rising Attacks on CPEC Workers

By Editor - News Desk October 12, 2024

China is reportedly considering sending troops to Pakistan to protect its citizens working on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, following a surge in terror attacks targeting Chinese nationals. The latest incident, on October 6, saw two Chinese workers killed in a suicide bombing by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) in Gwadar, Balochistan, escalating

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India and Laos Sign Key Agreements to Boost Defence and Cultural Ties

By Editor - News Desk October 11, 2024

India and Laos have signed multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements to enhance bilateral relations, covering a range of sectors such as defence, broadcasting, customs, and cultural preservation. The agreements were formalized in a series of meetings between Indian and Laotian officials, highlighting a shared commitment to deepening strategic and cultural

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20 Miners Killed in Attack on Coal Mine in Pakistan’s Balochistan

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2024

Quetta, Pakistan: At least 20 miners were killed and seven others injured in a brutal attack by armed men on a coal mine in the southwestern province of Balochistan, Pakistan, on Friday, according to local authorities. The incident took place at a small private coal mine operated by Junaid Coal Company in the Duki area, […]

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PM Modi Unveils 10-Point Plan to Boost ASEAN-India Ties at Regional Summit

By BPN News Desk October 10, 2024

Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday introduced a comprehensive 10-point plan to strengthen ties between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit held in Laos. The strategic blueprint focuses on enhancing connectivity and resilience through physical, digital, cultural, and economic collaborations. During the