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U.S. Offers Reward for Pakistani Man Accused in $126 Million Counterfeit Postage Scheme
October 6, 2026
USPIS offers up to $100,000 for information leading to Faheem Akram’s arrest and conviction. Prosecutors allege over $126 million in USPS losses.
World Bank Raises South Asia’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 6.9%
October 6, 2026
The World Bank raised its 2026 growth forecast for South Asia to 6.9%, citing stronger-than-expected activity while warning that energy shocks, extreme weather and global uncertainty remain risks.
Guterres Meets Ishaq Dar in Islamabad as Pakistan Visit Begins
October 6, 2026
Guterres and Ishaq Dar discussed regional security and Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in Islamabad as the UN chief began his October 6–8 visit.
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia Move to Implement Makkah Alliance Collective Defense
October 5, 2026
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia say they will move to practical implementation of collective-defense commitments and prepare agreed forces and capabilities for rapid deployment in the kingdom.
ICC Unseals Arrest Warrants for Taliban Leaders Over Alleged Gender Persecution
October 5, 2026
The International Criminal Court has unsealed four arrest warrants in its Afghanistan investigation, including warrants against two Taliban education officials, over alleged crimes against humanity involving gender-based persecution.
Shehbaz Offers PTI Talks if Long March Ends as Punjab Tightens Restrictions
October 5, 2026
Shehbaz Sharif conditions talks on ending PTI’s march, while Punjab restricts gatherings and the procession’s next stages remain planned.
Afghan Foreign Minister Calls for Dialogue With Pakistan as Tensions Rise
October 5, 2026
Amir Khan Muttaqi said disputes with Pakistan can be resolved diplomatically while accusing Islamabad of relying on military pressure. Pakistan says it supports dialogue but demands action against…
NASA Images Show Gandak River Flooding Across Nepal and Northern India
October 2, 2026
Before-and-after false-color MODIS images from September 20 and 29 show the Gandak-Narayani River widening after torrential rain pushed water levels to records in Nepal and Bihar.
UN Confirms 10 Civilians Killed in Pakistani Strikes on Afghanistan as Tensions Rise
October 1, 2026
UNAMA says it verified at least 10 civilian deaths, most of them children, and nine injuries following Pakistani strikes in Afghanistan. Pakistan says the operation targeted militant hideouts…
Afghanistan Says 28 Fighters Killed in Nuristan; Pakistan Denies Involvement
September 27, 2026
Afghanistan says its forces killed 28 fighters and captured 32 others in Nuristan after a group crossed from Pakistan. Islamabad rejects Kabul’s allegations of Pakistani state involvement as…
Pakistan Strikes Drone Sites in Afghanistan as Kabul Reports Four Civilians Killed
September 24, 2026
Pakistan said it struck 10 sites in Afghanistan used to store and launch drones after detecting attacks from across the border; Afghan officials said four civilians were killed…
PTI Postpones Islamabad March to October 4 as Security Restrictions Remain
September 23, 2026
Imran Khan’s PTI has postponed its planned march from Peshawar to Islamabad from September 27 to October 4, according to Reuters, though a party spokesperson said it could…
Pakistani Airstrikes Kill at Least 3 in Afghanistan’s Kunar and Paktika; Taliban Vows ‘Appropriate Response’
September 22, 2026
Pakistani airstrikes hit Afghanistan's Kunar and Paktika provinces early Monday, killing at least three civilians and wounding several more, Afghan officials said; the Taliban vowed an "appropriate response"…
Bangladesh Raises Fuel Prices as Global Oil Costs Squeeze Economy
September 21, 2026
Diesel climbed 17.4% as the government moved to contain state losses, adding pressure on transport, households and export industries.
Pakistan Detains Imran Khan’s Sister Ahead of Planned Islamabad March
September 20, 2026
Lahore authorities ordered Aleema Khan held for 30 days as PTI prepares a September 27 march demanding the former prime minister’s release.