Pakistan
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The day Pakistan voted: Something electric in the air
It was strange, and it lasted just a few moments. But it felt like democracy.
Asad Rahim Khan, Dawn.com
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View from Dawn: Election doomed to controversy won’t provide closure for Pakistan’s crises
It is a shame that such a momentous opportunity has been so carelessly lost.
Dawn.com
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As Pakistan votes in a predictable election, young people are in focus
The country’s youth faces growing social and economic challenges but remains politically disengaged and disillusioned with a low voter turnout.
Abdullah Zahid
Trending
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CAA is a letdown, but Bengali Hindus in Assam are unlikely to ditch BJP
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Australian journalist leaves country amid visa troubles, says ‘too difficult to do my job in India’
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Over 17,400 citizens write to EC seeking action against PM Narendra Modi for hate speech
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Rights group PUCL seeks disqualification of PM Narendra Modi for hate speech in Rajasthan
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How Guwahati became the second-most polluted city in the world
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Iran missiles hit alleged militant bases in Pakistan
Following the attack, Islamabad expelled the Iranian ambassador and recalled its own envoy from Tehran.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan: Eight churches burnt, Christian homes vandalised after blasphemy accusations
The violence took place in the Jaranwala town of the Faisalabad district.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan: At least 35 killed in blast at political convention
The explosion took place at a convention of Islamist political party Jamiat Ulema Islam-Fazl in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Eco India: How can India deal with its mounting tyre waste?
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Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif acquitted in 37-year-old corruption case
Sharif was accused of misusing his authority and facilitating the transfer of 6.75 acres of government land to the owner of a media group.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan: Mob lynches man accused of blasphemy inside police station
The mob dragged the man identified as Muhammad Waris from the prison cell in Nankana Sahib city and beat him to death.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan floods: Toll rises to 1,486 as five more die in past 24 hours
The Sindh province has recorded the most number of deaths (638) in the three months from June 14 to September 14.
Scroll Staff
The Reel
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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In Cannes-bound ‘In Retreat’, a Ladakh that has rarely been seen before
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‘Trap’ trailer: M Night Shyamalan’s thriller stars Josh Hartnett as a serial killer
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Watch: Five directors shoot on iPhones for MAMI Mumbai Film Festival initiative
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Pakistan floods might have caused economic losses of over $40 billion, says minister
The country has received 190% more rain than its 30-year average between June and August.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan floods: Authorities struggle to contain country’s largest lake from overflowing
The country has received 190% more rain than its 30-year average between June and August.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan flood toll rises to 1,290, more rainfall predicted in next 3-4 days
The country has received 190% more rain than its 30-year average between June and August.
Scroll Staff
The Field
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Odisha FC beat Mohun Bagan Super Giant in first leg of semi-final
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Indian men’s and women’s compound teams through to finals
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ISL 2023-24: How first-time head coach Petr Kratky helped Mumbai City FC pick up the pieces
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IPL 2024: Marcus Stoinis helps Lucknow breach the Chennai fortress with unbeaten century
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Jyothi Surekha Vennam finishes second in women’s compound qualification