INDIA AND PAKISTAN

'I won't get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan': Trump does it again
Donald Trump asserted he prevented a war between India and Pakistan. He believes he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize. He criticizes the Nobel committee for ignoring his diplomatic efforts. Pakistan plans to nominate Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. This is for his role in securing a ceasefire. Trump also mentioned trade talks with India and Pakistan.

Pakistan proposes Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump, says he played ‘pivotal role during India-Pakistan crisis’
Pakistan has proposed Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his diplomatic intervention during a recent India-Pakistan crisis. Trump has repeatedly asserted his significant role in de-escalating the conflict, despite India's disagreement. Trump also claimed he deserves the award for his work on India, Pakistan, Congo and Rwanda.

Pakistan PM Sharif reaffirms his willingness to talk with India on all issues
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed Pakistan's readiness to engage in discussions with India on critical issues, including Jammu and Kashmir, the Indus Water Treaty, trade, and counter-terrorism, during a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Munir’s two-card trick: How Pakistan’s crypto pitch and Nobel flattery won Trump’s favour
General Asim Munir strategically engaged with Donald Trump, securing a White House lunch and praise for Pakistan's restraint with India. Munir's charm offensive included a crypto initiative involving Trump's sons, aiming to position Pakistan as a crypto hub. This move subtly sidelined Pakistan's civilian leadership and publicly snubbed India's rejection of US mediation.

In his exchanges in US, COAS Munir claims committed to regional peace: Pakistan army
Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, during his US visit, affirmed commitment to regional peace, stability, and a rules-based international order. He highlighted Pakistan's sacrifices in combating terrorism and addressed the malign influence of regional actors. Munir also emphasized Pakistan's economic potential and sought stronger Pakistan-US ties based on mutual respect and shared interests.

Operation Sindoor: Pakistan's Dy PM Ishaq Dar finally admits they asked for ceasefire after India struck Nur Khan & other key airbases
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that Islamabad requested a ceasefire after India struck key airbases during Operation Sindoor—a response to the Pahalgam terror attack. India’s swift action caught Pakistan off guard. Dar’s admission contradicts earlier claims of a strong Pakistani response. Saudi mediation followed within 45 minutes, highlighting the urgency Islamabad showed to halt further Indian strikes.
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Trump drops claim of brokering India-Pakistan peace
President Trump acknowledged Prime Minister Modi and Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir for de-escalating the India-Pakistan conflict, moving away from his previous claims of personal intervention. Discussions with Munir also included the Iran situation, hinting at potential US-Pakistan collaboration in the Persian Gulf region. This meeting, the first of its kind in decades, signals a possible shift in US-Pakistan relations.
Huge blow to Indian diplomacy: Congress on Trump-Munir lunch
The Congress party criticized the government. This happened after US President Donald Trump had lunch with Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called it a blow to Indian diplomacy. Trump mentioned that Indian and Pakistani leaders avoided a potential nuclear war. He also claimed to have stopped the conflict, a claim Congress disputes.
"I wanted to thank him for...": Trump on meeting Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir
President Trump hosted Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir, praising his role in averting escalations with India. Trump claimed credit for de-escalation, while India clarified direct military talks achieved the ceasefire. Munir's visit, the first by a Pakistani military leader in decades, strengthened U.S.-Pakistan counterterrorism cooperation amid regional tensions and protests.
Modi effect? In a first, Trump says two leaders of India-Pak 'decided' to stop conflict
President Trump stated that India and Pakistan's leaders wisely chose to de-escalate tensions, averting a potential nuclear conflict, marking a shift from his previous claims of personally brokering peace. He acknowledged the leaders' roles after meeting with Pakistan's army chief, Asim Munir, emphasizing their agreement on regional issues.
Nobel Peace Prize cause of Trump-Asim Munir meet? White House explains why US President met Pak Army Chief
Donald Trump met with Pakistan's army chief, Asim Munir, at the White House. Munir reportedly pledged to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. This was for preventing a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. Narendra Modi conveyed to Trump that India and Pakistan ceased military actions after direct talks.
After phone call with Modi, Trump repeats claim he stopped India-Pak war
Donald Trump reiterated that he stopped a war between India and Pakistan. He praised Narendra Modi and mentioned a potential trade deal. Trump hosted Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir, acknowledging his role in de-escalation. Modi, during a call with Trump, clarified India's stance against mediation. India and Pakistan agreed to end conflict after military talks.
Asim Munir meets Donald Trump at the White House: Lunch date sparks memes, mystery, and a whole lot of buzz
US President Donald Trump met Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir in Washington amid the ongoing Iran-Israel war. The rare closed-door meeting sparked speculation over Pakistan’s mediation ambitions, counterterrorism ties, and its support for Iran. India, facing fallout from a Kashmir terror attack, remains wary. Trump claimed Munir helped prevent conflict with India, a statement New Delhi disputes. Meanwhile, social media users mocked the high-stakes summit with Bollywood memes, highlighting the online reaction to serious geopolitical moves.
No mediation on Pakistan acceptable: PM Modi to US President Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi firmly conveyed to President Donald Trump that India has consistently rejected third-party mediation in its dispute with Pakistan. Modi emphasized that India now considers acts of terrorism as acts of war, marking a significant shift in its approach.
India lashes out at Pakistan's attempt at mischaracterisation of Operation Sindoor at UN
India strongly criticized Pakistan's attempt to misrepresent Operation Sindoor at the UN Human Rights Council, asserting that harboring terrorists necessitates defensive action. The operation followed the Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 Indian tourists, and India accused Pakistan of sponsoring the perpetrators. India also cited Pakistan's misuse of the Indus Waters Treaty and its support for terrorism as reasons for reassessment.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule: England to play the opening match, when is India vs Pakistan? Complete list
Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule unveiled: The 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is set to begin on June 12, with host nation England facing Sri Lanka in the tournament’s curtain-raiser at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Defending champions New Zealand will launch their title defence against the West Indies on the following day.
Women's T20 World Cup schedule: India to face Pakistan on June 14, 2026; Check full schedule
Get ready for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. India and Pakistan will clash at Edgbaston on June 14. England and Sri Lanka will play the opening match on June 12. The tournament spans from June 12 to July 5 across seven venues. The final match will be at Lord's. Twelve teams will compete in two groups.
BJP rips into Congress after PM Modi tells Donald Trump India won't accept mediation over Kashmir
Bharatiya Janata Party leaders attacked Congress after Narendra Modi spoke with Donald Trump about Operation Sindoor. Modi clarified that the operation was paused at Pakistan's request, not due to US mediation. BJP accused Congress of spreading lies and siding with Pakistan. Congress demanded an all-party meeting to discuss the conversation.
Munir-Trump lunch a ‘huge setback’; Modi must call all-party meet to explain call with US President: Congress
The Congress party urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an all-party meeting. This meeting is to discuss his conversation with US President Donald Trump. Congress expressed concern over Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir's lunch with Trump. Jairam Ramesh suggested forming a "Pahalgam Review Committee". He also criticized Trump's claims of mediating between India and Pakistan.
‘Pakistan is useful to the world’: Former NSA Shivshankar Menon explains why countries still support Islamabad despite terror links
Shivshankar Menon says nations engage with Pakistan for their own interests. They find Pakistan useful, preventing its collapse. Pakistan has made itself valuable to both the US and China. Global concern over Pakistan-based terrorism has reduced. India's global position remains stable. Countries react to India-Pakistan conflicts based on their own interests. Diplomacy cannot change national interests, Menon adds.
PM Modi makes it clear to Trump: US played no role in India-Pakistan ceasefire
Modi-Trump talks: Prime Minister Narendra Modi refuted Donald Trump's claims of third-party involvement in India-Pakistan ceasefire talks during a phone call. Modi clarified that no discussions on a trade deal or US mediation occurred during Operation Sindoor. Tensions escalated after the Pahalgam terror attack, leading to retaliatory strikes by both nations, but India maintains the operation is only suspended.
Congress asks for all-party meeting, asks PM Narendra Modi to brief leaders on what he told Donald Trump
The Congress party is pressing Prime Minister Modi to convene an all-party meeting upon his return to address concerns regarding President Trump's claims of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. They are also demanding clarity on Trump's upcoming lunch with Pakistan's Army Chief, viewing it as a diplomatic setback.
As Pakistan moves to ban black magic, astrologers see a bad omen
Shahbaz Anjum, an astrologer and palmist working quietly for 24 years in Lahore's Pearl Continental Hotel, represents a broad group of spiritual practitioners in Pakistan who now face legal uncertainty. A bill recently passed by Pakistan’s Senate aims to crack down on "occult practices," potentially criminalizing spiritual services like astrology, palmistry, and tarot reading.
Indian diplomacy being shattered; PM Modi is ' totally silent': Congress
The Congress party criticized the Modi government following reports of Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir's lunch with US President Trump, alleging a failure in Indian diplomacy. Jairam Ramesh highlighted Trump's claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan and questioned Modi's silence amidst growing US-Pakistan ties, terming it a setback.
Women's ODI World Cup schedule: India vs Pakistan on Oct 5 in Colombo; Check dates, venues
The International Cricket Council has unveiled the schedule for the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The tournament kicks off on September 30, with India facing Sri Lanka in Bengaluru. A highly anticipated India vs Pakistan match is slated for October 5 in Colombo.
India vs Pakistan clash likely in Women's World Cup this October
India and Sri Lanka will jointly host the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup. Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are set to face off in Colombo. The tournament begins on September 30, with India playing Sri Lanka. Australia will play New Zealand on October 1. Matches will be held in five cities. India will play Pakistan on October 5 in Colombo.
1979–1983: When Israel was ready to help India denuclearise Pakistan but the plan was called off
In the 1980s, Israel offered India a joint operation to strike Pakistan’s nuclear facility at Kahuta, fearing the rise of an “Islamic bomb.” The plan mirrored Israel’s earlier Osirak raid in Iraq, but India ultimately backed off. Fresh debate was reignited in June 2025 by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, who labelled the Congress-era inaction a “historic blunder.” With intelligence in place and Israeli support ready, the operation was shelved amid political caution, global pressure, and growing regional instability.
Israel, Iran will have peace soon, will make deal like I got with India and Pakistan: US President Trump
Amidst escalating tensions and overnight attacks between Israel and Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that a peace deal between the two nations is imminent. Trump claimed he could facilitate the agreement, drawing parallels to his alleged success in brokering a deal between India and Pakistan through trade leverage. He expressed optimism for a swift resolution and lasting peace.
Trump has 'trumpeted' India-Pak ceasefire claims 13 times, when will PM speak up: Congress
The Congress party is criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence. This is regarding Donald Trump's repeated claims. Trump says he brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Jairam Ramesh highlighted Trump's statements. He mentioned Trump made these claims on thirteen occasions. These claims occurred between May 10 and June 13, 2025.
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