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Beyond StabilisationPublished on: October 11, 2026 9:08 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb heads to Bangkok for the IMF and World Bank annual meetings with more than 60 engagements lined up and a message Islamabad is increasingly keen... Read More


The Abraham Accords - Pakistan's Dilemma!Published on: October 11, 2026 9:05 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- Few foreign-policy issues evoke stronger emotions in Pakistan than Israel. For nearly eight decades, Pakistan has maintained that recognition of Israel is linked to a just settle... Read More


Isha Ambani's ethnic look at Swadesh anniversary is a masterclass in maximalism, vibrant colours and traditional craftsmanship; take fashion notes

India, Oct. 11 -- Isha Ambani brought a maximalist touch to ethnic fashion at Swadesh's first anniversary celebrations in Mumbai on October 10. Her look stood out for its intricate embroidery, vibrant... Read More


UN human rights office slams racist abuse of Coco GauffPublished on: October 11, 2026 8:53 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- The United Nations' human rights office has condemned the racist abuse of tennis player Coco Gauff and called for solidarity to help push back against racism and sexism. The offi... Read More


PSX ends bearish week despite IMF dealPublished on: October 11, 2026 8:32 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a bearish trend during the past week as the Staff-Level Agreement (SLA) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was partly offset by... Read More


At least 12 people killed, 309 injured in Riyadh airport attack

Riyadh, Oct. 11 -- At least 12 people were killed and 309 injured after Houthi fighters struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh with a ballistic missile on Saturday, October 10. Saudi Arab... Read More


'Not acceptable': Trump after Riyadh airport attack kills 12, says he'll speak with Saudi Crown Prince

India, Oct. 11 -- US President Donald Trump on Saturday condemned the deadly missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. He called the attack "not acceptable" after Saudi authoritie... Read More


World Uyghur Congress intensifies global advocacy, flags human rights concerns in September newsletter

Munich, Oct. 11 -- The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) intensified its international advocacy efforts in September, raising concerns over alleged human rights violations against Uyghurs in China, transnat... Read More


Punjab okays Rs 500m as seed money for Centre of Excellence Against ExtremismPublished on: October 11, 2026 8:04 AM

Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- The Punjab government has approved Rs500 million as seed money for the Centre of Excellence Against Extremism to strengthen its efforts against extremism and promote peace, tolera... Read More


Indonesia, Egypt agree to enhance defense industry cooperation

Jakarta, Oct. 11 -- President Prabowo Subianto said Indonesia and Egypt have agreed to strengthen defense industry cooperation and build institutional capacity through joint education and training. "... Read More