With no advances in intra-Afghan talks, missions of US, Japan, Germany, others call for ‘urgent end’ to Taliban offensives.
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While some analysts believe Pakistan’s, ruling party is favorite in Pakistan-administered Kashmir polls, others say neck-and-neck race is in offing.
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As political parties make last-ditch efforts, voters seek basic facilities, gas supply and share in power projects.
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Ashraf Ghani says insurgents unwilling to make peace.
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Kashmir is part of Pakistan; it’s our people’s final decision, says Kashmiri president.
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Peace negotiators from Afghan government, Taliban agree to expedite high-level peace talks in Doha.
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Political parties field fewer women in Pakistan-administered Kashmir polls
by Sami BurgazOut of 700 candidates only 20 women are contesting for 53-member regional assembly polls scheduled on Sunday.
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Cease-fire between India, Pakistan gives way to high decibel canvassing in remote Neelam Valley along world’s most dangerous border.
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Visit by Bangladeshi prime minister would provide impetus to relations, Pakistani envoy tells Anadolu Agency.
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Strongly condemning kidnapping, Afghan government demands Pakistan identify, prosecute perpetrators as soon as possible.