Israel’s criticism of human rights in Pakistan ‘politically motivated’: FO
Farjon mentioned that Israel was concerned over the National Assembly passing amendments in January to tighten the blasphemy law in Pakistan.
South Asia
Pakistan receives $2 billion from Saudi Arabia: Ishaq Dar
Saudi Arabia had already pledged the money to Pakistan and waited for the much-awaited IMF deal to be announced before depositing it.
India to buy 26 Rafales, 3 Scorpene subs from France soon
The Indian Navy had been asking for these fighter aircraft and submarines urgently due to acute shortage, and keeping the uncertain security challenges the country faces along the…
International court competent to hear India-Pakistan dispute over power projects
The court had determined that it would now move forward to address the issues in dispute over plants constructed in occupied-Kashmir.
Modi lauds first shipment of methanol consignment to Bangladesh
He said that it was an effort towards establishing the northeastern state as a major exporter of petrochemicals.
In emergency session, OIC calls for collective measures against desecration of Holy Quran
The statement was issued after an extraordinary meeting in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah called to discuss the incident of the Holy Quran’s desecration in Sweden.
US expects more cooperation with India in South China Sea
Though not a South China Sea claimant, India has in recent years stepped up security ties in the region, signalling its intent to play a bigger role in efforts to counter China.
Nepal yet to execute BRI projects, says Foreign Minister Saud
China’s unilateral announcement that Pokhara International Airport falls under the framework has put officials in a quandary.
“If need arises, India can launch attack across border”: Rajnath Singh warns Pakistan
The Indian defence minister added that once “peace” returns to Jammu and Kashmir, the Armed Forces Special Power Act will be removed from the Union Territory.
PM Modi concludes State visit to Egypt, emplanes for India
The leaders of both nation discussed ways to further deepen their partnership, including in trade, investment, defence, security, renewable energy, cultural and people-to-people…