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Why Britain has been blamed for crimes of Rochdale grooming gang leader

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The Independent UK

Pakistan blames UK for Rochdale grooming gang leader’s crimes

‘Onus lies on where he grew up, was raised, groomed, and unfortunately spoiled,’ Islamabad official claims

The Independent UK

UK Threatens Visa Ban After Pakistan Refuses to Accept the Deportation of Freed Child Sex Abuse Ringleader

The UK government is considering visa restrictions against Pakistan due to its refusal to accept the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, the Rochdale grooming gang ringleader.

International Business Times UK

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Pakistan urges US, Iran to end hostilities, resume talks amid renewed strikes

Pakistan urged the United States and Iran to cease hostilities and resume negotiations. Renewed military strikes between the two nations threaten regional stability and peace efforts. The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding aimed for a permanent peace agreement within sixty days. Pakistan reiterated its call for maximum restraint and a commitment…

The Economic Times

Explained: Why a Pakistani cleric issued fatwa against crypto trading and why it is spooking investors

A prominent Pakistani Islamic cleric has issued a fatwa declaring cryptocurrency trading haram under Sharia law. Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani, whose AAOIFI rulings guide over 200 Islamic financial institutions globally, said cryptocurrencies do not qualify as wealth or property under Islamic law.

The Economic Times

Twin attacks by militants kill 3 police officers, wound 20 in restive northwest Pakistan

Officials say a suicide bomber and a group of militants have attacked a police station and a security convoy hour apart in restive northwest Pakistan, killing at least three police officers and wounding 20 others

The Independent UK

Pakistan's Libya peace push has a China connection and $4 billion price tag

Pakistan spent the first half of 2026 basking in an unfamiliar role: peacemaker. Its PM and Field Marshall helped broker a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and for a moment, Islamabad looked like the region's most unlikely power broker. But that ceasefire has since come apart in less…

The Times of India

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Cricket World Cup in fresh shake-up with India v Pakistan double on cards

The men’s Cricket World Cup will undergo yet another revamp when it takes place in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia next year

The Guardian - UK

'Protection of children is state's responsibility': Pakistan lawmaker seeks social media ban for under-16s

A Pakistani lawmaker proposed banning social media accounts for children under sixteen. This resolution aims to protect minors from online dangers and psychological distress. The proposal urges federal legislation and parental consent for account creation. Pakistan's Telecommunication Authority must enforce age verification systems. This move aligns with global efforts to…

The Times of India

Man Pretends to Be Indian, Tries to Hug Comedian Without Consent, Admits He’s Pakistani

A stand-up comedy show took an unexpected turn after a man in the audience attempted to hug comedian Kate Hu without her consent and later admitted he was Pakistani after initially appearing to identify himself as Indian. A video of the interaction has since gone viral, sparking widespread reactions across…

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The day Harrogate ‘burst at the seams’ as Pakistan and India swung into town

This unlikely 1986 match was ‘like a World Cup final’ and for some was the first proof of the Yorkshire immigrant community’s love of cricket

The Guardian - UK

One misstep away: Pakistan’s Iran tightrope faces its toughest test

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi movement are facing renewed conflict, raising regional escalation fears and making Pakistan's strategic balance between Saudi Arabia and Iran more difficult. A recent Saudi-Pakistan defence pact has added more complexity to Islamabad's obligations. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait's importance has grown as shipping disruptions have become…

The Economic Times

Two brothers detained by Pakistani forces found dead in Balochistan; custodial death concerns raised

Two brothers, Imam and Muhammad Umar, were found dead with bullet injuries in Balochistan. They were allegedly taken into custody by security personnel after their motorcycle ran out of fuel. Their family later received their bodies, disputing claims of militant links. Local residents expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding their…

The Times of India

India expects international community to hold Pakistan accountable for 'egregious abuses' in PoJK

India states protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir stem from exploitation. Islamabad's actions have led to systemic exploitation and administrative oppression there. New Delhi expects the international community to hold Pakistan accountable for abuses. Protests have escalated due to high living costs and discrimination. Pakistan has responded with brutality and…

The Economic Times

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The Times of India

UK seeks law change to deport Pakistani rapist and grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed

The UK government is changing a law that prevents serious criminals' deportation. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced Parliament will amend the Immigration Act 1971. This change targets individuals like grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed. Ahmed was jailed for rape and sexual offenses against young girls. The government seeks to remove…

France 24

Gilgit-Baltistan: Pakistan's tourist jewel tested by development and climate change

In just a few decades, the Hunza Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, a remote mountainous region of northern Pakistan, has undergone a dramatic transformation. Expanded access to education, improved healthcare and strong local development have reshaped the area, in a model of progress often linked to foundations associated with the Aga Khan,…

The Economic Times

Afghanistan-backed plot behind Karachi Rangers attack: Pakistan

Pakistan's Sindh Home Minister stated terrorists attacking a rangers compound had Afghan backing. Investigations concluded planning and training for the attack occurred in Afghanistan. Four terrorists were reportedly brought from Afghanistan to Karachi for the operation. Weapons and suicide jackets were provided by a handler in Karachi. This attack was…

The Economic Times

One arrested in Bihar's Katihar for suspected links with Pakistan-based terror network

Bihar Police arrested a 22-year-old man in Katihar for suspected terror network links. Mohammad Ahad was detained and later arrested based on specific intelligence inputs. Investigations revealed regular contact with a Pakistan-based gangster associated with a terror network. He allegedly exchanged chats and shared anti-national content on social media platforms.…

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The Times of India

LeT, IS operatives among 34 killed in Khuzdar attack: BLA

The Baloch Liberation Army claimed a major suicide attack on an ISIS-K commander's compound. This operation targeted a meeting coordinating efforts against the Baloch political movement. The BLA stated that 34 operatives, including ISIS and LeT members, were killed. The attack, executed by the Majeed Brigade, followed weeks of intelligence…

Times Life

7 Monsoon Illnesses That Look Like a Mild Fever but Carry a Serious Infection Risk in India

DengueA 2023 report from the National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control recorded over 289,000 dengue cases across India in a single year, with the sharpest spikes running from July through October. The fever that arrives with it, sudden, high, accompanied by pain behind the eyes and aching joints, is…

The Independent UK

Mahmood issues plan to close loophole blocking deportation of Rochdale grooming gang leader

The government has indicated Pakistan could be threatened with visa restrictions unless it takes back Shabir Ahmed

The Times of India

Healthcare crisis in Pakistan: Shortage of 100 life-saving medicines like cancer drugs, morphine

Pakistan faces a critical shortage of over 100 essential medicines, including life-saving drugs. Delayed price revisions by the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan are disrupting production. Rising costs of raw materials and currency depreciation have impacted manufacturing expenses significantly. This situation is creating space for counterfeit and substandard products in…

The Conversation

Himalayan snowfall has been miscalculated for years, here’s how we found a new way to measure it

Mountain snow and meltwater from glaciers in the Himalayas determine how much water is available for drinking, farming and hydropower for millions of people in India, Pakistan, Nepal, China and Afghanistan.

Evening Standard

Visa restrictions considered if Pakistan does not take back grooming gang leader

The Government said all options were being looked at to ensure Shabir Ahmed can be thrown out of the UK.

The Guardian - UK

Shabana Mahmood tells MPs suspect in Ann Widdecombe investigation ‘not known to Prevent’ – as it happened

Home secretary updates Parliament after counter-terrorism police take over investigation into her death

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