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Khan, who is on a three-day visit to the US, underlined in his talks with Trump that, ‘Pakistan would continue to pursue dialogue and diplomacy to resolve longstanding disputes, including the core dispute of Jammu and Kashmir,’ it said. (Photo: AFP)

'Peaceful neighbourhood' a priority of Pakistan's foreign policy: Imran tells Trump

Pakistani media gave prominent coverage to Trump's offer. Readiness to intervene was given coverage, making front pages of newspapers.

23 Jul 2019 3:15 PM

Trump's remarks followed a meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan at the White House on Monday. (Photo: File)

'Won't allow anyone to determine our fate': Afghanistan wants clarity on Trump’s jibe

'The Afghan nation has not and will never allow any foreign power to determine its fate,' Afghanistan's presidential palace said.

23 Jul 2019 3:13 PM

The pair face a maximum 12 years in prison and an 800 million rupiah (USD 57,000) fine if found guilty. (Representational Image)

2 Australian clubbers arrested for cocaine possession, paraded in front of media

William Cabantog, 36, and David Van Iersel, 38, were nabbed Friday night at a nightclub in Canggu.

23 Jul 2019 3:03 PM

Experts believe that the country sought to build a nuclear-armed submarine, especially after Pyongyang test-fired a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) around three years ago. (Photo: AP)

N Korean state media releases pictures of Kim inspecting apparent submarine

Quoting Korean Central News Agency, CNN reported that he was briefed about vessel's combat weapon systems, operational, tactical data.

23 Jul 2019 12:59 PM

Sri Lanka will introduce new laws to prevent terrorism as the existing ones are not adequate to deal with terror attacks like the massive Easter Sunday bombings, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said. (Photo: File)

New laws will be introduced to prevent terrorism: Sri Lanka PM Wickremesinghe

The Islamic State group also claimed responsibility for the attacks.

22 Jul 2019 4:05 PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan has condemned the terrorist attacks and expressed deep grief and sorrow over the loss of lives. (Photo: File)

9 killed, 30 injured in coordinated terror attacks: Pak

Two policemen were killed at the shooting spot after militants attacked their check post, rest died due to a powerful bomb went off.

22 Jul 2019 3:35 PM

The sailors suffered minor injuries due to their confrontation with the pirates. (Photo: AFP)

Pirates attack S Korean cargo ship near Singapore Strait

Seven weapons-wielding pirates got on board and assaulted the sailors for about 30 minutes.

22 Jul 2019 3:18 PM

The financial hub's roiling unrest took a dark turn late Sunday when gangs of men -- most wearing white T-shirts and carrying bats, sticks and metal poles -- set upon anti-government demonstrators as they returned from another huge march earlier that day. (Photo: AFP)

45 injured as Hong Kong protest escalates, triad gangs seen on streets

Hospital authorities said 45 people were wounded in the attack, with one man in critical condition and five others with serious injuries.

22 Jul 2019 1:19 PM

Kim visited a polling station in North Hamgyong province and voted for two candidates -- named Ju Song Ho and Jong Song Sik -- running for county assemblies in the area, KCNA reported. (Photo: File)

Nearly 100 per cent voter turnout in North Korea local polls, Kim Jong Un also votes

The 99.98 per cent turnout this year was a 0.01 per cent improvement on the figures registered in 2015.

22 Jul 2019 10:10 AM

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is on a visit to the United States, on Sunday addressed the Pakistani diaspora in Washington. (Photo: File)

Will make sure no air conditioning, TV for Nawaz Sharif in jail: Imran Khan

The 69-year-old former Prime Minister has been convicted in the Al Azizia Steel Mills case and sentenced to seven years in jail.

22 Jul 2019 9:05 AM

PM Narendra Modi with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. (Photo: File)

Ahead of elections in Israel, PM Netanyahu will meet PM Modi on Sept 9

Some analysts here believe that the meeting with Modi is meant to prop up his campaign right before the polls.

21 Jul 2019 8:33 PM

Imran Khan meeting Pakistani businessmen in Washington. (Photo: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's Twitter)

Imran Khan meets Pakistani businessmen during US visit

The businessmen called on Khan at the Pakistan Embassy in the US capital.

21 Jul 2019 7:00 PM

Earlier in the day, two police constables were killed after being shot at by unknown assailants at a security check post in the Kotla Saidan area. (Photo: ANI | Representational)

3 killed, 8 injured in suicide blast at Pakistani hospital

It happened in a public hospital in the Dera Ismail Khan district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Sunday morning.

21 Jul 2019 12:45 PM

China's new Ambassador to India Sun Weidong said that with two strong leaders at the helm in both the countries, the ties are set to reach new heights. (Photo: Twitter/ VikramMisri)

In apparent reference to PoK, China's new envoy appeals to India: report

Officials say talks are on for Xi Jinping's visit to India which is expected to take place in October this year.

20 Jul 2019 3:20 PM

The blast shattered windows and doors of buildings in a three-kilometre (1.9-mile) radius. (Photo: Representative Image/File)

10 dead, over 19 injured in China gas plant blast

It occurred in the air separation unit of Henan Coal's factory, said, with those hurt sent to four different hospitals.

20 Jul 2019 9:34 AM

The studio had about 160 employees with an average age of 33, according to its website. That makes it a relatively young company in rapidly greying Japan. (Photo: File)

Man who torched Japan building believed anime studio stole his novel: Report

It was worst mass killing in country with one of world’s lowest crime rates since suspected arson attack in Tokyo killed 44 people in 2001.

20 Jul 2019 8:51 AM

Thai courts have regularly ruled in favor of the conservative establishment including the military. (Photo: Representational image)

Thai court accepts complaints against PM, opposition leaders

The court also accepted complaints against two opposition leaders who are accused of attempting to overthrow the monarchy.

19 Jul 2019 9:04 PM

The 11th president of Pakistan from 2008 to 2013 has denied any link with the fake accounts. (Photo: File)

Fresh graft case against former Pakistan President Zardari

A new case of corruption against Zardari is registered for transferring billions of rupees to a company co-owned by him and his son.

19 Jul 2019 8:46 PM

Over 100 people, mostly civilians, were also wounded in the attack. (Photo: ANI)

Taliban attack on Kandahar police HQ plotted in Pak, says Afghan intel agency

NDS said that the attack was plotted in Balochistan's Chaman in Pakistan.

19 Jul 2019 8:15 PM

A foreign ministry spokesman on Friday said US pressure on Iran and its 'long-arm jurisdiction' against companies in third countries is the 'root cause' of tension with Tehran. (Photo: Representational)

China calls on US to 'correct' Iran sanctions

The US Treasury said, it imposed sanctions on what it called a network of front companies and agents.

19 Jul 2019 7:13 PM