Ashwini Vaishnaw likely to attend US critical minerals meet amid China’s supply-chain weaponisationIndia is set to participate in a key US-organized meet on critical minerals, with Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw likely to represent the nation....
11 Jan, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
US approves sale package of $686 million for Pakistan's F-16 fleet, aims to support its national security objectivesThe United States has approved a $686 million sale of defense goods and services to Pakistan for its F-16 fighter jet fleet. This deal aims...
11 Dec, 2025, 12.45 PM IST
US engagement with Pakistan's military leadership is a challenge: Dhruva Jaishankar flags key issues in India-US tiesDhruva Jaishankar told US lawmakers that renewed American engagement with Pakistan's military poses challenges for India-US ties. His remar...
11 Dec, 2025, 09.56 AM IST
Trump's pursuing a multi-purpose project in Pakistan hoping for RoI, but...Trump's focus on Pakistan differs from past US policy. This strategy faces hurdles in mining projects and its deepening ties with China. Pa...
07 Oct, 2025, 06.09 AM IST
China exits its biggest Pakistan project: What's happening?Pakistan seeks ADB funding for its railway network. This project was initially part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. China withdrew...
04 Sep, 2025, 07.28 PM IST
ADB comes to Pakistan’s rescue after China financing stallsThe Asian Development Bank will fund a $2 billion upgrade of a key 500-km railway stretch in Pakistan, replacing delayed Chinese financing....
25 Aug, 2025, 11.41 AM IST
ADB to back Pakistan rail upgrade as China financing stalls, sources sayThe Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to finance upgrades to a crucial section of Pakistan's railway system, stepping in after delays in ...
23 Aug, 2025, 11.29 AM IST
ADB approves $410 million for Pakistan copper-gold mineThe Asia Development Bank approved a $410 million package for developing Pakistan's Reko Diq copper and gold mine on Friday, as the country...
22 Aug, 2025, 01.58 PM IST
Pakistan wants to earn billions with its 'rare earth treasure' while walking US-China tightropePakistan's Army Chief highlights the nation's rare earth mineral wealth, particularly the Reko Diq project, as a potential solution to its ...
17 Aug, 2025, 12.56 PM IST
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir rules out political ambitions, says 'God made him a protector'General Asim Munir states he is a servant of Pakistan and desires no political role. He dismisses rumors of leadership changes as destabili...
17 Aug, 2025, 11.19 AM IST
Pakistan, US conclude critical round of trade negotiationsPakistan and the US have reached an understanding in trade negotiations, averting the re-imposition of a 29% tariff on Pakistani exports li...
05 Jul, 2025, 10.05 AM IST
After taking $60 billion from China, Pakistan offers critical mineral assets in Balochistan to US during Asim Munir–Trump meetGeneral Asim Munir's meeting with Donald Trump explored potential US access to Balochistan's mineral wealth, challenging China's dominance ...
23 Jun, 2025, 02.52 PM IST
Copper is the next gold: Anil Agarwal sees big opportunity for India, entrepreneurs and investorsVedanta Group's Chairman, Anil Agarwal, highlights copper's increasing importance as the 'next gold' due to its crucial role in clean energ...
19 Apr, 2025, 10.36 AM IST
Who are the separatists targeted by Pakistan's strikes in Iran?Pakistan conducted airstrikes against the Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) in Iran, a group seeking independence for Pakistan's Balochistan pr...
18 Jan, 2024, 05.26 PM IST
Pakistan mulls selling its Reko Diq shares to Saudi Arabia, anticipates $10 billion refinery dealThe federal government of Pakistan is considering selling its shares in the Reko Diq project to Saudi Arabia to attract investment. The rev...
04 Oct, 2023, 02.45 PM IST
Pakistan's interim PM says Saudi Arabia to invest $25 bln over next five yearsSaudi Arabia plans to invest up to $25 billion in Pakistan over the next few years, according to Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar...
04 Sep, 2023, 10.30 PM IST
International arbitration court imposes USD 5.97 bn penalty on cash-strapped PakIn its 700-page ruling against Pakistan, the tribunal on Friday awarded a USD 4.08 billion penalty and USD 1.87 billion in interests, Dawn ...
14 Jul, 2019, 05.45 PM IST