Pakistan

Country Pakistan
Capital Islamabad
Continent Asia
Currency Pakistan Rupee(PKR)
Languages English, Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, Balochi, Saraiki, Hindko & Brahui

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The Indus Valley civilization, one of the oldest in the world and dating back at least 5,000 years, spread over much of what is presently Pakistan. During the second millennium B.C., remnants of this culture fused with the migrating Indo-Aryan peoples. The area underwent successive invasions in subsequent centuries from the Persians, Greeks, Scythians, Arabs (who brought Islam), Afghans, and Turks. The Mughal Empire flourished in the 16th and 17th centuries; the British came to dominate the region in the 18th century. The separation in 1947 of British India into the Muslim state of Pakistan (with West and East sections) and largely Hindu India was never satisfactorily resolved, and India and Pakistan fought two wars - in 1947-48 and 1965 - over the disputed Kashmir territory. A third war between these countries in 1971 - in which India capitalized on Islamabad's marginalization of Bengalis in Pakistani politics - resulted in East Pakistan becoming the separate nation of Bangladesh. In response to Indian nuclear weapons testing, Pakistan conducted its own tests in 1998. The dispute over the state of Kashmir is ongoing, but discussions and confidence-building measures have helped the two countries begin to work through their issues. In February 2008, Pakistan held parliamentary elections and in September 2008, after the resignation of former President MUSHARRAF, elected Asif Ali ZARDARI to the presidency. Pakistani government and military leaders are struggling to control domestic insurgents, many of whom are located in the tribal areas adjacent to the border with Afghanistan. India-Pakistan relations have been rocky since the November 2008 Mumbai attacks, but both countries are taking small steps to put relations back on track.

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Pakistan carried out two air strikes inside Afghanistan, killed 8 people, says Taliban - Hindustan Times
  1. Pakistan carried out two air strikes inside Afghanistan, killed 8 people, says Taliban  Hindustan Times
  2. Taliban retaliates Pakistan strikes, exchange of fire at border after 8 killed in Afghanistan | Mint  Mint
  3. Pakistan Airstrikes TTP Militants In Afghanistan; White House Urges Restraint, Calls For Dialogue  India.com


Earthquake today: Tremors of magnitude 5.5 strikes Pakistan | Mint - MintEarthquake today: Tremors of magnitude 5.5 strikes Pakistan | Mint  Mint

Briefly, in Pakistan, voters glimpsed an alternate universe. Then the army stepped in - The Indian ExpressBriefly, in Pakistan, voters glimpsed an alternate universe. Then the army stepped in  The Indian Express

'How BJP Got Our Numbers': UAE, Pakistan Nationals On PM Modi's 'Surprise' WhatsApp Message - Times Now'How BJP Got Our Numbers': UAE, Pakistan Nationals On PM Modi's 'Surprise' WhatsApp Message  Times Now

India hits out at Pakistan for references to Ayodhya, CAA in UNGA - The HinduIndia hits out at Pakistan for references to Ayodhya, CAA in UNGA  The Hindu

India Shreds Pakistan At UN Over References To Ayodhya, CAA - NDTVIndia Shreds Pakistan At UN Over References To Ayodhya, CAA  NDTV

‘Broken record’: India rips Pakistan for CAA, Ram temple remarks at UN - India Today‘Broken record’: India rips Pakistan for CAA, Ram temple remarks at UN  India Today

Despite economic turmoil, Pakistan military remains threat for us: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan - The HinduDespite economic turmoil, Pakistan military remains threat for us: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan  The Hindu

Is shouting 'Pakistan zindabad' illegal? An SC order clarifies - Scroll.inIs shouting 'Pakistan zindabad' illegal? An SC order clarifies  Scroll.in

8 terrorists 'sent to hell': Pakistan Army - Deccan Herald8 terrorists 'sent to hell': Pakistan Army  Deccan Herald

Shocking: At least 7 soldiers killed as suicide bombing blow up Pakistan military base - The Times of IndiaShocking: At least 7 soldiers killed as suicide bombing blow up Pakistan military base  The Times of India

2 Army Officers Among 7 Soldiers Killed In Terror Attack In Pakistan - NDTV2 Army Officers Among 7 Soldiers Killed In Terror Attack In Pakistan  NDTV

How anti-India obsession will never allow Pakistan to fix its economy - FirstpostHow anti-India obsession will never allow Pakistan to fix its economy  Firstpost

Election in Pakistan didn't restore political stability instead resulted in rise of polarisation US expert - The WeekElection in Pakistan didn't restore political stability instead resulted in rise of polarisation US expert  The Week

Pakistan country profile - BBC.comPakistan country profile  BBC.com

Experts react: Pakistan just carried out airstrikes on Afghanistan. What's next? - Atlantic CouncilExperts react: Pakistan just carried out airstrikes on Afghanistan. What's next?  Atlantic Council

Tensions high after Pakistan launches cross-border attacks into Afghanistan - Al Jazeera EnglishTensions high after Pakistan launches cross-border attacks into Afghanistan  Al Jazeera English

'Very bad consequences': Taliban targets Pakistan military posts after airstrikes by Islamabad kill 8 in - The Times of India'Very bad consequences': Taliban targets Pakistan military posts after airstrikes by Islamabad kill 8 in  The Times of India

Pakistan Airstrikes Send Taliban a Message on Militant Attacks - The Wall Street JournalPakistan Airstrikes Send Taliban a Message on Militant Attacks  The Wall Street Journal

Pakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan: US urges Islamabad to exercise restrain - MoneycontrolPakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan: US urges Islamabad to exercise restrain  Moneycontrol

Pakistan all-rounder urged to reconsider retirement ahead of T20 World Cup - ICC CricketPakistan all-rounder urged to reconsider retirement ahead of T20 World Cup  ICC Cricket

8 Dead In Pak Strikes In Afghanistan, Taliban Warns Of "Very Bad Consequences" - NDTV8 Dead In Pak Strikes In Afghanistan, Taliban Warns Of "Very Bad Consequences"  NDTV

EXCLUSIVE | Afghan Forces Retaliate Against Pakistan's Air Strikes, Gunshots Reported At Af-Pak Border - News18EXCLUSIVE | Afghan Forces Retaliate Against Pakistan's Air Strikes, Gunshots Reported At Af-Pak Border  News18

Pakistan-Taliban attacks updates: Exchange of fire at border after 8 killed - Al Jazeera EnglishPakistan-Taliban attacks updates: Exchange of fire at border after 8 killed  Al Jazeera English

Pakistan central bank keeps interest rate at 22% amid alarming inflation surge - The Times of IndiaPakistan central bank keeps interest rate at 22% amid alarming inflation surge  The Times of India

Taliban says Pakistani air strikes kill 8 on Afghan border | 10 points - MintTaliban says Pakistani air strikes kill 8 on Afghan border | 10 points  Mint

Pakistan carries out airstrikes inside Afghanistan - The Times of IndiaPakistan carries out airstrikes inside Afghanistan  The Times of India

Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United: PSL 2024 final – as it happened - Al Jazeera EnglishMultan Sultans vs Islamabad United: PSL 2024 final – as it happened  Al Jazeera English

India’s relations with Pakistan to ‘remain strained’; elevated ‘risk of armed confrontation’ with China: US intel | Mint - MintIndia’s relations with Pakistan to ‘remain strained’; elevated ‘risk of armed confrontation’ with China: US intel | Mint  Mint

Did you get PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat Sampark' letter on WhatsApp? People in Pakistan, UAE received it too | Mint - MintDid you get PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat Sampark' letter on WhatsApp? People in Pakistan, UAE received it too | Mint  Mint

IU vs MS, Pakistan Super League 2023/24, Final at Karachi, March 18, 2024 - Full Scorecard - ESPNcricinfoIU vs MS, Pakistan Super League 2023/24, Final at Karachi, March 18, 2024 - Full Scorecard  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan has a new battle tank Haider courtesy China, but it’s plagued by problems - ThePrintPakistan has a new battle tank Haider courtesy China, but it’s plagued by problems  ThePrint

Tensions high after Taliban says it targeted Pakistani troops at Afghanistan border in retaliation - ThePrintTensions high after Taliban says it targeted Pakistani troops at Afghanistan border in retaliation  ThePrint

Taliban says it hit back at Pakistan after air strikes in Afghanistan kill 8 - ReutersTaliban says it hit back at Pakistan after air strikes in Afghanistan kill 8  Reuters

Punjabi in Pakistan Schools: Can the Latest Move Undo Injustice Done to the Language? - The WirePunjabi in Pakistan Schools: Can the Latest Move Undo Injustice Done to the Language?  The Wire

US urges Pakistan to exercise restraint after deadly retaliatory airstrikes in Afghanistan - India TV NewsUS urges Pakistan to exercise restraint after deadly retaliatory airstrikes in Afghanistan  India TV News

Pakistan links ‘terrorists’ sheltering in Afghanistan to explosive-laden vehicle attack on Army post | Mint - MintPakistan links ‘terrorists’ sheltering in Afghanistan to explosive-laden vehicle attack on Army post | Mint  Mint

Taliban retaliates to Pakistan airstrikes on its territory: Report - India TodayTaliban retaliates to Pakistan airstrikes on its territory: Report  India Today

Taliban say 8 killed in Pakistani strikes on Afghanistan - DW (English)Taliban say 8 killed in Pakistani strikes on Afghanistan  DW (English)

India's Agni-V Test: Implications for Regional Strategic Stability - The DiplomatIndia's Agni-V Test: Implications for Regional Strategic Stability  The Diplomat

Attack on Pakistan army post near Afghan border kills seven, military says - Al Jazeera EnglishAttack on Pakistan army post near Afghan border kills seven, military says  Al Jazeera English

Shane Watson drops out of race to be Pakistan head coach - ESPNcricinfoShane Watson drops out of race to be Pakistan head coach  ESPNcricinfo

Hard to believe Pakistan's Nadeem is struggling to get new javelin: Neeraj Chopra - India TodayHard to believe Pakistan's Nadeem is struggling to get new javelin: Neeraj Chopra  India Today

Reaction to Pakistan polls? S Jaishankar's answer leaves audience in splits - India Today - India TodayReaction to Pakistan polls? S Jaishankar's answer leaves audience in splits - India Today  India Today

Pakistani Fighter Planes Bomb ‘Terrorist Sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan - Voice of America - VOA NewsPakistani Fighter Planes Bomb ‘Terrorist Sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan  Voice of America - VOA News

Many Pakistan 'persecuted' minorities have not heard of India's CAA - The Times of IndiaMany Pakistan 'persecuted' minorities have not heard of India's CAA  The Times of India

Pakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill at Least 8, Taliban Officials Say - The New York TimesPakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill at Least 8, Taliban Officials Say  The New York Times

Several killed in Pakistani air strikes on Afghanistan, says Kabul - FRANCE 24 EnglishSeveral killed in Pakistani air strikes on Afghanistan, says Kabul  FRANCE 24 English

'It's hard to believe Pakistan's Nadeem is struggling to get a new javelin...': Neeraj Chopra - The Times of India'It's hard to believe Pakistan's Nadeem is struggling to get a new javelin...': Neeraj Chopra  The Times of India

IMF expresses ‘displeasure’ over cash-strapped Pakistan's claim of meeting targets prematurely | Mint - MintIMF expresses ‘displeasure’ over cash-strapped Pakistan's claim of meeting targets prematurely | Mint  Mint

Pakistan International Airlines' flight attendant flies to Canada without passport, fined $200 - Hindustan TimesPakistan International Airlines' flight attendant flies to Canada without passport, fined $200  Hindustan Times

Pakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan: Officials - The HinduPakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan: Officials  The Hindu

Electoral bonds: ‘Pakistan firm’ on list turns out to be Delhi ‘fake company’ - Scroll.inElectoral bonds: ‘Pakistan firm’ on list turns out to be Delhi ‘fake company’  Scroll.in

With help from China, Pakistan Navy gets its first spy ship - The Times of IndiaWith help from China, Pakistan Navy gets its first spy ship  The Times of India

Pakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan - The Associated PressPakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan  The Associated Press

Pakistan Navy gets its first spy ship, courtesy China - WIONPakistan Navy gets its first spy ship, courtesy China  WION

Pakistan to host first tri-series after 20 years ahead of Champions Trophy 2025; New Zealand, South Africa to feature - Hindustan TimesPakistan to host first tri-series after 20 years ahead of Champions Trophy 2025; New Zealand, South Africa to feature  Hindustan Times

Ponting talks India v Pakistan T20 World Cup match in New York | ICC Review - ICC CricketPonting talks India v Pakistan T20 World Cup match in New York | ICC Review  ICC Cricket

‘Pakistan’ firm or Delhi ‘fraud’: The truth behind Hub Power, which purchased bonds in 2019 - Newslaundry‘Pakistan’ firm or Delhi ‘fraud’: The truth behind Hub Power, which purchased bonds in 2019  Newslaundry

Babar, Shaheen in IPL! Harbhajan Singh tells Pakistan fan to 'stop dreaming' - The Times of IndiaBabar, Shaheen in IPL! Harbhajan Singh tells Pakistan fan to 'stop dreaming'  The Times of India

Taliban Says It Strikes Back After Deadly Pakistani Strikes - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyTaliban Says It Strikes Back After Deadly Pakistani Strikes  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Pakistan announce details of New Zealand series ahead of T20 World Cup - ICC CricketPakistan announce details of New Zealand series ahead of T20 World Cup  ICC Cricket

Pakistan accused of killing eight women and children in Afghanistan air strikes - BBCPakistan accused of killing eight women and children in Afghanistan air strikes  BBC

Taliban claims it hit back at Pakistan military after airstrikes, warns of 'worst consequences' - India TV NewsTaliban claims it hit back at Pakistan military after airstrikes, warns of 'worst consequences'  India TV News

Taliban says eight killed in Pakistan's two air strikes in Afghanistan - The Times of IndiaTaliban says eight killed in Pakistan's two air strikes in Afghanistan  The Times of India

Wasim Akram on why Pakistan cannot make stadiums like Dharamsala: ‘Gaddafi ki chhat dekhi hai?… we can’t even maintain 3 stadiums’ - The Indian ExpressWasim Akram on why Pakistan cannot make stadiums like Dharamsala: ‘Gaddafi ki chhat dekhi hai?… we can’t even maintain 3 stadiums’  The Indian Express

How will Pakistan’s new government manage the US-China rivalry? - Al Jazeera EnglishHow will Pakistan’s new government manage the US-China rivalry?  Al Jazeera English

Suicide Bombers Raid Pakistan Army Base Near Afghan Border, Kill 7 - Voice of America - VOA NewsSuicide Bombers Raid Pakistan Army Base Near Afghan Border, Kill 7  Voice of America - VOA News

After Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Afghanistan, Taliban Retaliates by Firing Across Border - The WireAfter Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Afghanistan, Taliban Retaliates by Firing Across Border  The Wire

ICC won't force BCCI to send Indian team to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, will 'look for alternatives' if needed - Hindustan TimesICC won't force BCCI to send Indian team to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, will 'look for alternatives' if needed  Hindustan Times

'Both Muslims and Hindus of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are our own’: Amit Shah - India Today'Both Muslims and Hindus of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are our own’: Amit Shah  India Today

White House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue - ANI NewsWhite House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue  ANI News

Pakistan to seek larger bailout package of over $8 billion from IMF - The Times of IndiaPakistan to seek larger bailout package of over $8 billion from IMF  The Times of India

India abstains in UNGA on Pakistan’s resolution on Islamophobia - The HinduIndia abstains in UNGA on Pakistan’s resolution on Islamophobia  The Hindu

18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan granted Indian citizenship - The Times of India18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan granted Indian citizenship  The Times of India

18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan get Indian citizenship at camp in Ahmedabad - The Hindu18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan get Indian citizenship at camp in Ahmedabad  The Hindu

White House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue - ThePrintWhite House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue  ThePrint

Pakistani military air strikes kills 8, all women and children, in Afghan border - MintPakistani military air strikes kills 8, all women and children, in Afghan border  Mint

Chinese volunteers spread joy, hope to underprivileged children in Pakistan - XinhuaChinese volunteers spread joy, hope to underprivileged children in Pakistan  Xinhua

Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United Live Streaming, Pakistan Super League Final Live Telecast: Where .. - NDTV SportsMultan Sultans vs Islamabad United Live Streaming, Pakistan Super League Final Live Telecast: Where ..  NDTV Sports

‘Without Congress, Pakistan would not….' : Shiv Sena slams BJP ahead of INDIA Alliance mega rally in Mumbai | Mint - Mint‘Without Congress, Pakistan would not….' : Shiv Sena slams BJP ahead of INDIA Alliance mega rally in Mumbai | Mint  Mint

Pakistan Navy gets its first spy ship, PNS Rizwan, courtesy China - ThePrintPakistan Navy gets its first spy ship, PNS Rizwan, courtesy China  ThePrint

Pakistan PM Sharif holds icebreaker meeting with opposition PTI leader - Al Jazeera EnglishPakistan PM Sharif holds icebreaker meeting with opposition PTI leader  Al Jazeera English

Sri Lanka appoint former Pakistan pacer as fast-bowling coach ahead of T20 World Cup - ICC CricketSri Lanka appoint former Pakistan pacer as fast-bowling coach ahead of T20 World Cup  ICC Cricket

There is a culture of insecurity in the Pakistan side: Naseem Shah - The Times of IndiaThere is a culture of insecurity in the Pakistan side: Naseem Shah  The Times of India

'Leaked' PCB offer leaves Shane Watson disgruntled; IPL key reason behind rejecting Pakistan head coach role: Report - Hindustan Times'Leaked' PCB offer leaves Shane Watson disgruntled; IPL key reason behind rejecting Pakistan head coach role: Report  Hindustan Times

‘Inflection point’: US hearing on Pakistan shines light on complex ties - Al Jazeera English‘Inflection point’: US hearing on Pakistan shines light on complex ties  Al Jazeera English

New Zealand to tour Pakistan for five T20Is in April - ESPNcricinfoNew Zealand to tour Pakistan for five T20Is in April  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan International Airlines bars pilots and cabin crew from fasting during Ramzan while on duty - The Times of IndiaPakistan International Airlines bars pilots and cabin crew from fasting during Ramzan while on duty  The Times of India

Pakistan resolves to counter every force that enters its border and commits terror: President Zardari - The Times of IndiaPakistan resolves to counter every force that enters its border and commits terror: President Zardari  The Times of India

This Pakistani student’s hilarious exam answers have left netizens in laughter; see here - The Indian ExpressThis Pakistani student’s hilarious exam answers have left netizens in laughter; see here  The Indian Express

Launched retaliatory attacks on Pak after air strikes in Afghanistan killed 8: Taliban - Hindustan TimesLaunched retaliatory attacks on Pak after air strikes in Afghanistan killed 8: Taliban  Hindustan Times

CAA rules notification ushered in new hope, say Pakistan refugees - The HinduCAA rules notification ushered in new hope, say Pakistan refugees  The Hindu

Shaheen Afridi to be sacked? Shadab miffed by rumours, backs Pakistan captain - India TodayShaheen Afridi to be sacked? Shadab miffed by rumours, backs Pakistan captain  India Today

IU vs PZ, Pakistan Super League 2023/24, Eliminator 2 at Karachi, March 16, 2024 - Full Scorecard - ESPNcricinfoIU vs PZ, Pakistan Super League 2023/24, Eliminator 2 at Karachi, March 16, 2024 - Full Scorecard  ESPNcricinfo

Additional Tickets Released For Cricket’s T20 World Cup, But Not India-Pakistan In New York - ForbesAdditional Tickets Released For Cricket’s T20 World Cup, But Not India-Pakistan In New York  Forbes

Need for calibrated engagement with Pakistan, says former envoy Ajay Bisaria - Hindustan TimesNeed for calibrated engagement with Pakistan, says former envoy Ajay Bisaria  Hindustan Times

Fact Check: Pakistan Has Not Implemented A Version Of Citizenship Amendment Act For Indian Muslims - ABP LiveFact Check: Pakistan Has Not Implemented A Version Of Citizenship Amendment Act For Indian Muslims  ABP Live

Who is Muhammad Aurangzeb, the man tasked with fixing Pakistan’s economy? - Al Jazeera EnglishWho is Muhammad Aurangzeb, the man tasked with fixing Pakistan’s economy?  Al Jazeera English

Electoral bonds: ‘Pakistan firm’ turns out to be Delhi ‘fake company’ - The News MinuteElectoral bonds: ‘Pakistan firm’ turns out to be Delhi ‘fake company’  The News Minute

'We can only dream': Pakistani cricket legend Wasim Akram on Dharamsala stadium - The Economic Times'We can only dream': Pakistani cricket legend Wasim Akram on Dharamsala stadium  The Economic Times

Ponting anticipates 'exciting times' for cricket ahead of India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash - ICC CricketPonting anticipates 'exciting times' for cricket ahead of India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash  ICC Cricket

18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan get citizenship during camp in Gujarat - Business Standard18 Hindu refugees from Pakistan get citizenship during camp in Gujarat  Business Standard

Meet Pakistan's new Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, an ex-JPMorgan Banker | Mint - MintMeet Pakistan's new Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, an ex-JPMorgan Banker | Mint  Mint