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Islamabad / New Delhi, 25 November 2025:A strong political uproar has erupted in Pakistan after Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh suggested that “Sindh may one day reunite with India.” His statement, delivered during a public event, has provoked sharp reactions, especially from Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, who condemned the remark as “irresponsible” and “delusional.” Rajnath Singh had said:“Civilizationally, Sindh will always remain a part of India… borders can change anytime, and who knows — Sindh may return to India in the future.” Sindh CM Strongly Reacts: ‘Stop Daydreaming’ In a social media statement, Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah criticised Rajnath Singh and asked him to “stop daydreaming.” He added:“Sindh is an integral part of Pakistan — inseparable and permanent....

Islamabad: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have once again taken significant steps to strengthen their defense ties. Saudi Arabia’s Chief of Staff, General Fayyad bin Hameed Al-Ruwaili, met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Asim Munir in a series of high-level discussions focused on enhancing strategic cooperation between the two nations. The meetings primarily centered on defense collaboration and counter-terrorism efforts, raising expectations of a potential major defense agreement. This visit comes on the heels of a landmark agreement signed in September, when Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Saudi Arabia. Under that NATO-style defense pact, an attack on one country is considered an attack on both, marking a historic step in bilateral military coopera...

Tehran: Iran’s Intelligence Ministry has issued a grave warning, claiming that a plot is being hatched to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and destabilize the country. Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib has directly accused the United States and Israel of orchestrating the conspiracy, adding a new layer of tension to an already volatile geopolitical situation. According to Iran’s ISNA news agency, Khatib stated on Saturday that “enemy states” are working to target the Supreme Leader and launch attacks inside Tehran. He noted that this is not the first time foreign powers have been accused of attempting to undermine Iran’s leadership, as Tehran has repeatedly pointed fingers at Washington and Tel Aviv for similar plots over the years. Past Attempts and Growing Fear ...

New Delhi: In a significant enhancement to India’s military firepower, the United States has approved two major defence sales to New Delhi—comprising FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile systems and M982A1 Excalibur precision-guided artillery projectiles, together valued at approximately USD 93 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has formally notified the US Congress and issued the mandatory certification clearing the proposed transactions. Emergency Purchase After Operation Sindoor The decision follows India’s urgent request after Operation Sindoor, during which large quantities of precision-guided ammunition were used against Pakistan-based terror infrastructure. To replenish stocks and strengthen frontline readiness, India initiated an emergency procurement route....

New Delhi: In a significant ruling on marital relationships, the Supreme Court has clarified that a husband and wife living separately does not automatically mean their marriage has broken down. The court emphasised that before drawing such a conclusion, all evidence must be thoroughly examined. A bench of Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi observed that courts today often assume marital breakdown solely based on prolonged separation. However, the judges said that Family Courts and High Courts must first determine who is responsible for the separation and whether one spouse intentionally forced the other to leave. The bench noted that unless there is strong evidence of desertion or refusal to cohabit, courts should avoid concluding that the marriage has collapsed—especial...

New Delhi: The Supreme Court is set to hear a landmark case on November 26 that could potentially abolish another controversial Islamic practice known as Talaq-e-Hasan, under which a Muslim man can divorce his wife by pronouncing ‘talaq’ once a month for three consecutive months. A bench comprising Justice S. R. B. Suryakant, Justice Ujjal Bhuyan, and Justice N. Kotishwar Singh indicated that the matter may be referred to a larger five-judge bench given the wide-ranging legal and social implications. The court has asked the concerned parties to submit detailed notes on potential questions arising from the case. Supreme Court Signals InterventionAccording to The Economic Times, the bench observed that because this practice affects society at large, the Supreme Court may need to interv...

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has openly blamed India for attacks launched from Afghan soil, signaling growing tensions in the region. Speaking to the media, Asif claimed that India is actively involved in cross-border operations from Afghanistan and warned that Islamabad could become entangled in a two-front conflict if the situation escalates. According to Pakistani media reports, Asif highlighted that India’s actions are a key factor in the ongoing tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, alleging that New Delhi does not want Kabul and Islamabad to resolve their disputes peacefully. Regional Concerns and Mediation Efforts Asif also mentioned that Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, and China have urged Pakistan to halt cross-border incursions. His statements co...

Islamabad/Lahore: The Lahore High Court has issued a crucial order to protect Indian Sikh woman Sarabjeet Kaur and her Pakistani Muslim husband Nasir Hussain from any harassment or coercion. The court directed local authorities to immediately stop all forms of pressure or intimidation against the couple. Sarabjeet Kaur, 48, had traveled to Pakistan earlier this month as part of a pilgrimage to celebrate Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birth anniversary, joining a group of 2,000 Sikh devotees. While most pilgrims returned to India on 13 November, Kaur’s whereabouts remained unknown, causing concern in India. Later, a video surfaced showing that Kaur had voluntarily embraced Islam during her visit and married Nasir Hussain the very next day, 4 November, in Sheikhupura, about 50 km from Lahore. The...