Pakistan

2024 - 4 - 11

Pakistan's Rollercoaster: From Turmoil to Tragedy to Political Intrigue

Geopolitics - Human Rights - India - Minority Rights - Pakistan - Rajnath Singh - Terrorism

From alleged Indian involvement to tragic accidents, Pakistan's recent events have captivated the world. Find out the latest in this rollercoaster of news!

Pakistan has been in the headlines recently for a mix of disturbing incidents and political controversies. From reports of Mossad-like targeted killings to allegations of Indian interference, the country is facing tumultuous times. The Pakistan-China Institute, along with Griffith Asia Institute and other organizations, has been working on a policy for a just energy transition in the country. Meanwhile, tensions between India and Pakistan continue, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh offering assistance to combat terrorism if Pakistan is unable to do so.

The tragic news of a truck accident that claimed the lives of 17 pilgrims in Balochistan highlights the road safety issues in Pakistan. On a more alarming note, UN experts have expressed concerns over the lack of protection for minority girls in Pakistan, pointing out the vulnerabilities they face to forced religious conversions and other atrocities. These incidents shed light on the challenging social issues prevailing in the country.

In the midst of these events, there is a glimmer of hope for potential India-Pakistan dialogue, with analysts suggesting a thaw in tensions could be on the horizon. However, formal talks seem unlikely as both countries grapple with the specter of cross-border terrorism. The recent crash near a shrine in southwestern Pakistan that left 17 dead and 41 injured serves as a harsh reminder of the safety risks faced by travelers in the region. The complex dynamics between India and Pakistan, intertwined with internal challenges, paint a complex picture of the current state of affairs in the region.

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Pakistan: పాక్‌ సైన్యం దురాగతాలు.. పోలీస్‌ స్టేషన్‌పై దాడి చేసి..! (NTV Telugu)

పాకిస్థాన్ సైన్యం ప్రస్తుతం సొంత ప్రజలపైనే అకృత్యాలకు పాల్పడుతోంది. ఈసారి పాక్ ఆర్మీ క్రూరత్వానికి బలి అయినది మరెవరో కాదు.

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Researchers propose mechanism for just energy transition in Pakistan (Griffith News)

Griffith Asia Institute have partnered with Green Finance & Development Center, Climate Smart Ventures and Pakistan-China Institute to release a policy ...

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How Pakistan Plays Into India's Elections (Foreign Policy)

Welcome to Foreign Policy's South Asia Brief. The highlights this week: Accusations that New Delhi orchestrated extrajudicial killings in Pakistan play into ...

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'Mossad-like targeted killings' in Pakistan: How it may help BJP in ... (Times of India)

India News: Allegations of India's involvement in Pakistan killings, reported by the Guardian, can significantly impact the geopolitical landscape in South ...

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India ready to help if Pakistan unable to combat terror: Rajnath Singh (Moneycontrol.com)

"If Pakistan feels incapable [to curb terror], India is ready to cooperate to help it stop terrorism," Rajnath said. · Defence minister Rajnath Singh (ANI screen ...

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India-Pakistan formal dialogue unlikely as cross-border terrorism ... (South China Morning Post)

Analysts say a thaw in tensions could come with a changing of the guard in Pakistan, with both sides keen to not let ties worsen amid significant ...

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'Encourage India, Pakistan to avoid escalation, resolve issues ... (The Sentinel Assam)

The United States has said that it “will not get into the middle of the situation” following allegations by Pakistan on India and has urged both countries ...

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'Targeted Killings' Row: The Real Story Behind UK Media Report ... (Hindustan Times)

A report by The Guardian has claimed India's role in “targeted killings” inside Pakistan. India has maintained that foreign operations are not part of its ...

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'Overspeeding' truck plunges into ravine killing 17 pilgrims in Pakistan (Aljazeera.com)

Passengers were en route to a pilgrimage site in Balochistan when the crash took place during Eid al-Fitr.

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"If Pakistan Feels Incapable...": Rajnath Singh's Offer In War On Terror (NDTV)

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday repeated an offer of assistance to Pakistan - to combat terrorist activities on its soil - but also served ...

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17 Pilgrims Killed After Truck Near Pakistan Shrine, 41 Injured (NDTV)

At least 17 religious pilgrims were killed and 41 injured in a crash as they travelled to a shrine in southwestern Pakistan, officials said Thursday.

Pakistan: UN experts alarmed by lack of protection for minority girls ... (OHCHR)

“Christian and Hindu girls remain particularly vulnerable to forced religious conversion, abduction, trafficking, child, early and forced marriage, domestic ...

17 killed as bus falls in ravine in Pakistan's Balochistan province (The Hindu)

Tragic bus accident near Karachi kills 17 pilgrims heading to Sufi shrine, leaving 38 injured, highlighting road safety issues in Pakistan.

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Rajnath Singh's warning to Pakistan over terrorism. Then an offer: 'If ... (Hindustan Times)

Rajnath Singh's remarks come days after Pakistan's foreign ministry issued a statement denouncing his comments on killing terrorists on its soil.

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Pakistan can take help from India to combat terror, says Rajnath Singh (Business Today)

"I didn't get parole for my mother's last rites during Emergency," says Rajnath Singh reacting to allegations of 'tanasahi' (dictatorship) from Congress.

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"If Pakistan Feels Incapable...": Rajnath Singh's Offer In War On Terror (NDTV)

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday repeated an offer of assistance to Pakistan - to combat terrorist activities on its soil - but also served ...

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'If they are incapable, India is ready to help...': Rajnath Singh's swipe ... (Times of India)

India News: India's defence minister Rajnath Singh expressed willingness to collaborate with Pakistan in eradicating terrorism from its soil if Pakistan ...

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'India is ready to help 'incapable' Pakistan, but….': Rajnath Singh's ... (Livemint)

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday repeated his stern warning to Pakistan over cross-border terrorism and said India is ready to help the ...

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LEAP: A Catalyst for the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia IT Partnership (The Diplomat)

This year's LEAP showcased 74 Pakistani firms, underlining the trend of Pakistan's increasing engagement with Saudi Arabia on IT.

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Indo-Pak Relations: 'पाकिस्तान की मदद को भारत तैयार', रक्षा मंत्री ... (ABP Ganga)

Rajnath Singh on ANI Podcast: आतंकियों को घर में घुसकर मारने वाले बयान पर रक्षा मंत्री राजनाथ सिंह बोले- हम आतंकवादियों को कम से कम ...

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अगर वे आतंकवाद खत्म करना चाहते हैं तो पहल करें... : राजनाथ सिंह ने ... (NDTV India)

रक्षामंत्री राजनाथ सिंह ने कहा, पाकिस्तान आतंकवाद का इस्तेमाल करके भारत को अस्थिर करने की कोशिश करेगा, तो उसे नतीजे भुगतने होंगे.

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'India Is Ready to Cooperate With Pakistan To Stop Terrorism If ... (News18)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh sends a stern warning to Pakistan, vowing retaliation if it uses terrorism to destabilize India. India asserts readiness to ...

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Rajnath Singh Offers Assistance To Pakistan To Combat Terrorism (Daily Excelsior)

New Delhi, Apr 11: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has asserted that Pakistan should end terrorism emanating from its soil and if the country feels it is not ...

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Shahpurkandi Dam: India-Pakistan experts advocate cooperation for ... (DAWN.com)

Erum Sattar from Pakistan and Uttam Kumar Sinha from India discuss the Shahpurkandi dam's implications.

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Rajnath Singh hits out at Pakistan, says take help from India if ... (WION)

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday (Apr 11) launched a scathing attack on Pakistan stating that if the country finds itself incapable of ...

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Pakistan can seek our help if it can't fight terror, we'll sort it out ... (Times of India)

Defence minister Rajnath Singh offers Pakistan assistance in combating terrorists. He discusses India's global standing under PM Modi's leadership, hi.

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