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Elections

2018-07-31

Surge in female voters heralds new era for Pakistan's democracy

For many women, voting in general elections was once just a dream. That all changed last week.

Politics

2018-07-30

PTI begins coalition talks as rivals solidify opposition

Imran Khan's PTI is in talks with independents and small parties to form a coalition government, while rival parties vow to launch a protest 'movement'.

Elections

2018-07-27

Pakistan's 5 biggest post-election challenges

Extremism, the economy, population growth, water shortages and civil-military relations are the top concerns looking forward, analysts say.

Elections

2018-07-26

Imran Khan declares victory as nation awaits official tally

Khan pledged accountability and policy reforms to benefit all Pakistanis, as rival parties claimed vote rigging and demanded independent oversight of the vote count.

Elections

2018-07-25

Pakistani voters defy violence, await results of tight race

More than 19 million new voters, including millions of women and youths, may prove decisive in the contest.

Elections

2018-07-24

Pakistan's civil society urges voters to shun violent groups

Civil society groups are raising concerns that banned groups are finding a way to participate in the general elections on July 25.

Security

2018-07-20

Elite Taliban fighters undergo unprecedented special forces training in Iran

Iranian special forces are facilitating a six-month training programme for the 'brightest and most able' Taliban fighters in exchange for carrying out the bidding of Tehran.

Security

2018-07-20

Pakistani forces kill ISIS mastermind of Mastung bombing

The blast killed at least 149 people at an election rally last week.

Elections

2018-07-19

WhatsApp offers tips to spot fake news ahead of Pakistan's general election

The awareness campaign aims to curb the viral spread of false information.

Women's Rights

2018-07-18

Defying local ban, women in Punjab village vow to vote in general elections

Women in Mohri Pur hope to exercise their right to vote, overturning a decades-old ban by their own men.

Elections

2018-07-17

KP enhances safety measures ahead of July 25 polls

Joint Crisis Management Units have been formed to protect political parties and their leaders.

Elections

2018-07-16

Counter-terrorism operation under way in wake of Mastung massacre

An ISIS suicide bomber killed at least 149 people during an election rally in Mastung, Balochistan, and so far 9 arrests have been made in connection to the massacre.

Elections

2018-07-13

ANP, Bilour family defy terror, vow to fight for peace, democracy

'I am willing to sacrifice my life for Pakistan too,' said Danyal Bilour, the son of slain ANP leader Haroon Bashir Bilour.

Security

2018-07-12

National Action Plan's 'zero tolerance' approach yielding results

The National Action Plan has made strides in bringing peace to Pakistan, according to a recent study.

Elections

2018-07-11

TTP bombing in Peshawar fortifies Pakistanis' resolve in democratic process

Political leaders of all stripes vowed they would not bow to terrorists and continue to strive for peace through elections.

Society

2018-07-10

In photos from Shandur: celebrating polo on highest field in the world

Some 15,000 spectators attended the final match of the Shandur Polo Festival on July 9.

Elections

2018-07-09

Pakistan's election campaigns proceeding with peace, security

Although there have been a few terrorist attacks ahead of the July 25 general election, Pakistani authorities remain vigilant in providing security.

Society

2018-07-06

Despite animal deaths, Peshawar Zoo sees thousands of visitors

Thousands of visitors are visiting the zoo daily despite the deaths of more than 34 animals since the zoo opened in February.

Politics

2018-07-06

Nawaz Sharif sentenced to 10 years for corruption

The future of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party is now in question ahead of July 25 elections.

Security

2018-07-05

Police announce bounties for wanted terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan

The move will lead law enforcement agencies and the public to join efforts in the war on terror, say observers.

Environment

2018-07-04

In photos: once barren and scorched, KP's hills now covered in 'green gold'

Hundreds of millions of trees have been planted to fight deforestation in the Heroshah region of Malakand District.

Diplomacy

2018-07-03

US seeks more Pakistani pressure on Afghan Taliban

'Pakistan has an important role to play' in the Afghan peace process, said US envoy Alice Wells.