Taliban provincial governor vows to fight IS

The province's new governor has offered reassuring words, but many people remain sceptical about the Taliban's pledge of a different kind of rule.

A historical account from Khem Karan in 1965 war

Indo-Pak war of 1965 is globally known for its tank battles, largest ones after WWII, and one of such events happened in Khem Kharan. A Twitter user shared an account of how an Indian CO Lt. Colonel Anant Singh became POW in Pakistan.

Islamic State threat resurfaces in Afghanistan

The IS attack on Kabul airport was all the more shocking because it succeeded despite US President Joe Biden's specific prior warning that intelligence agencies were aware of the plot.

Netizens troll French intellectual claiming Pak army helped Taliban in Panjshir

A French intellectual Bernard-Henry Levi in his tweet on Sunday said that he had received credible information of the Pakistan Army's presence in Panjshir. His claims, however, were met with mockery on social media.

How Pakistan & Qatar are spearheading a mission for Afghanistan

Qatar and Pakistan are actively involved in ensuring peace in Afghanistan as well as developing better bilateral relationships in the region in order to collectively grow and prosper both economically and socially.

Why Pakistan needs to rethink its role at UNESCO

The Government of Pakistan recognizes UNESCO as a long-term strategic partner in support of achieving Pakistan’s national development plans and priorities. However, Dr. Baber Chohan opines how Pakistan needs to rethink its contribution to UNESCO in light of recent events.

PM Khan lays foundation for first 5-star hotel in Nathiagali

Earlier today, PM Imran Khan laid the foundation for Nathiagali's first 5-star hotel. According to PM Khan, the hotel will attract high-end tourism, leading to employment opportunities for the locals.

Afghan refugee complains of food provided by US at camps

An Afghan refugee, who has reached the USA during the evacuation process following the takeover of Kabul by Taliban forces, has shared a picture of the insufficient meal given to them. The meal consists of two strips of chicken and few pieces of fruit.

US withdrawal: An end of an American century?

Rustam Shah Mohmand, a specialist of Afghanistan and Central Asian Affairs wonders if the old adage about Afghanistan’s being the graveyard of empires proves as true for the United States as it did for the Soviet Union.

Taliban spokesman: Panjshir falls, Govt announcement soon

The spokesman added that any insurgency against their rule would be "hit hard", after earlier saying they had captured the Panjshir Valley -- the last pocket of resistance.

A much-needed city car in Pakistan: Hyundai i10

Even though South Korean Hyundai is gaining market traction in the crossover, sedan section of Pakistan, the absence of a cheaper city car like Hyundai i10 is ignoring the biggest section of Pakistan’s population, which cannot buy the expensive cars offered by the company.

Things Pakistan should actually think on Defence Day!

Today, the whole nation celebrates Defence Day to pay homage to the martyrs and survivors of the wars to defend the motherland. In honor of Defense Day, Prof Abdul Shakoor Shah reminds us of the importance of unity for us as a nation.