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97 dead, 2 survivors from Pakistan plane crash

May 23, 2020 | 10:56

KARACHI: Ninety-seven people were killed and two survived when a passenger plane crashed into homes in Pakistan's southern city of Karachi, health officials said on Saturday (May 23).

More than 80 dead as severe weather hits Pakistan and Afghanistan

January 14, 2020 | 16:41

Avalanches, flooding and harsh winter weather has killed more than 80 people across Pakistan and Afghanistan in recent days, officials said on Tuesday (Jan 14), as authorities struggled to reach people stranded by heavy snowfall.

India and Pakistan's Davis Cup clash to be held in Kazakhstan

November 21, 2019 | 09:45

India and Pakistan's Davis Cup tie originally scheduled to take place in Islamabad will now be played in Kazakhstan's capital Nur-Sultan, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) announced on Wednesday (Nov 20).

IMF approves US$450 million loan tranche for Pakistan

November 09, 2019 | 12:19

The IMF on Friday (Nov 8) praised Pakistan's economic performance and agreed on next steps, paving the way for release of another portion of a US$6 billion, three-year loan package.

At least 71 killed, dozens injured after train fire in Pakistan caused by cooking accident

October 31, 2019 | 17:05

At least 71 people were killed and dozens injured after cooking gas cylinders exploded on a passenger train in central Pakistan on Thursday (Oct 31), authorities said.

India to build solar, wind farms along Pakistan border

October 22, 2019 | 15:08

India plans to build a string of renewable energy projects along its sun-baked, wind-whipped western border, officials said Monday (Oct 21), as New Delhi continues an ambitious programme to reduce the country's dependence on fossil fuels.

All smiles as Britain's William and Kate meet Pakistan PM Khan

October 16, 2019 | 10:20

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan gave a warm welcome in Islamabad on Tuesday (Oct 15) to Britain's Prince William, the son of his late friend Princess Diana, who is on his first official trip to the country with his wife Kate.

India-Pakistan nuclear war could kill 100 million, trigger global cooling

October 03, 2019 | 09:47

The year is 2025 and militants have attacked India's parliament, killing most of its leaders. New Delhi retaliates by sending tanks into the part of Kashmir controlled by Pakistan.

India lockdown a major blow for Kashmir tourism

August 27, 2019 | 08:59

On Srinagar's Dal Lake, intricately decorated houseboats usually packed with tourists lie empty as Kashmir's tourism sector reels from a three-weeks-long lockdown imposed as India revoked the picturesque region's autonomy.

18 killed as Pakistani army plane crashes into residential area

July 30, 2019 | 15:30

Eighteen people were killed when a small military plane crashed into a residential area in the Pakistani city of Rawalpindi early Tuesday, officials told AFP, in the latest disaster to hit the country's troubled aviation sector.

Trump praises Pakistan's role in 'progress' on Afghan peace

July 23, 2019 | 09:01

President Donald Trump on Monday (Jul 22) hailed Pakistan's help in advancing peace talks in Afghanistan, in a marked shift in tone as the United States seeks an accord with the Taliban to end almost 18 years of war.

Monsoon toll tops 650 as rains unleash flood fury in South Asia

July 23, 2019 | 08:58

Severe floods and lightning have claimed the lives of more than 650 people across India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Pakistan, officials said Monday (Jun 22) as the annual monsoon took its toll on the rainfed region.

Death toll in Pakistan train collision rises to 23

July 12, 2019 | 12:15

The death toll from a train collision in central Pakistan rose to 23 on Friday after several people succumbed to their injuries overnight, officials said.

IMF approves US$6 billion loan for Pakistan

July 04, 2019 | 17:03

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday (Jul 3) approved a US$6 billion, three-year loan for Pakistan to help right the South Asian nation's economy.

Ho Chi Minh City hosts international denim supply chain show

June 09, 2019 | 17:05

The international denim and sportswear supply chain show, Denimsandjeans Vietnam is all set to launch its fourth season in Ho Chi Minh City on June 12.