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Imran Khan, the cricket star who ditched playboy image to rule Pakistan

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, a cricketing hero-turned-politician who was arrested on Tuesday, whipped up popular support amid decades-high inflation and a crippling economic slowdown before his ouster last year.

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Fakhar Zaman, Naruemol Chaiwai crowned ICC players for the month of April

DUBAI: Pakistan batter Fakhar Zaman was named the ICC Men's Player for the month of April while Thailand skipper Naruemol Chaiwai was adjudged best in the women's section after both produced match-winning performances for their countries in the ODIs.

The Times of India

Arrest of Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan sparks deadly clashes with supporters

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested and dragged from court Tuesday as he appeared to face charges in multiple graft cases, a dramatic escalation of political tensions that sparked violent demonstrations by his angry supporters in several major cities.

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Pakistan: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan arrested in Islamabad; political temp shoots up

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken into custody from a court premises in Islamabad in a corruption case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Party officials: Imran Khan arrested in court in Islamabad

Officials from the party of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan say he has been arrested as he appeared in a court in the capital, Islamabad, to face charges in multiple graft cases

The Independent UK

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrested, stirring nationwide violence

Pakistan's anti-corruption agency arrested former prime minister Imran Khan at Islamabad High Court on Tuesday, threatening fresh turmoil in the nuclear-armed country as clashes erupted between Khan supporters and police, killing at least one protester.

Reuters

Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan arrested at Islamabad court

Protests after former prime minister is arrested over corruption allegations during court appearance in the capital.

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NIA launches multiple raids in J&K over Pakistan-backed terror conspiracy case

National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched searches at 15 locations across Jammu and Kashmir in a Pakistan-backed terror conspiracy case. The official said the terrorist outfits involved in the conspiracy were Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, Al-Badr, and al-Qaeda, besides their offshoots.

The Hindu

Pakistan army slams Imran Khan for murder attempt allegations

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s army criticized former premier Imran Khan for accusing one of their senior officials of orchestrating assassination attempts against him and challenged the ex-cricket star to address the matter in court.

The Times of India

Pakistan could default without IMF bailout loans, Moody’s warns

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan could default without an International Monetary Fund bailout as its financing options beyond June are uncertain, Moody’s Investor Service said.

The Times of India

China, Pakistan urge Afghan aid be delinked from 'political considerations'

China and Pakistan on Monday urged donors to bridge gaps in humanitarian funding for Afghanistan, saying aid should be delinked from "political considerations".

Reuters

ACC moves Asia Cup out of Pakistan after members reject PCB's hybrid model; Sri Lanka may host tournament

NEW DELHI: In a huge setback to Pakistan, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Monday decided to move the Asia Cup out of the country after PCB's proposal to host the tournament on a 'hybrid model' was rejected by the member nations.

The Times of India

ACC set to move Asia Cup out of Pakistan after members reject PCB's hybrid model; Sri Lanka may host tournament

The Times of India

At SCO summit, India, Pakistan squabble over Kashmir, ‘terrorism’

Analysts say leaders from South Asian rival countries were ‘more worried about internal politics than foreign policy’.

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ACC set to move Asia Cup out of Pakistan after members reject PCB’s hybrid model; Sri Lanka may host tournament

In a huge setback to Pakistan, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on May 8 decided to move the Asia Cup out of the country after PCB’s proposal to host the tournament on a ‘hybrid model’ was rejected by the member nations.

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Humza Yousaf: I couldn't believe Peter Murrell's 'gut-wrenching' arrest

FIRST Minister Humza Yousaf has described ex-SNP chief executive Peter Murrell’s arrest as “gut-wrenching” as he revealed the…

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Two Congo virus-related deaths cause alarm in Pakistan

A total of 16 cases found in Balochistan province since the beginning of the year, of which 11 were detected this month.

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Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to boost trade, lower border tensions

The two neighbours ‘reaffirm their desire to pursue continuous and practical engagement’ in bilateral talks.

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China seeks 'new fields' of cooperation with Pakistan military

China's defence minister on Monday told Pakistan's navy chief that their militaries including their navies should "expand into new fields of cooperation" to bolster the capability of the two neighbours in safeguarding security in the region.

The Independent UK

Pakistan, Afghan Taliban agree to boost trade, lower tension

Pakistani authorities and Afghanistan’s Taliban-appointed foreign minister have agreed to enhance trade and lower tensions amid a surge of militant attacks

The Hindu

Morning Digest | 22 drown, many missing in boat tragedy in Kerala; SC to hear plea for SIT into Manipur clashes today, and more

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Indian civilian prisoner dies in Pakistan before repatriation

The deceased named Zulfiqar, was expected to enter India along with 199 fishermen who are to be released by Pakistan. India has been urging Pakistan to release the 631 fishermen and two civilian prisoners languishing in Pakistani jails despite completing their prison terms.

The Hindu

Panjwar’s killing in Lahore reminiscent of his rival’s murder in 2020

The killing of Paramjit Singh Panjwar, Pakistan-based chief of Khalistan Commando Force’s (KCF), on May 6, was carried out in a manner similar to the murder of his rival Harmeet Singh “PHD” of the Khalistan Liberation Force

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China, Pakistan and Afghanistan FMs hold talks in Islamabad

Foreign ministers from all three nations promise to pursue trilateral cooperation efforts as political ties deepen.

The Guardian - UK

Calls grow for Pakistan’s zoos to close after death of 17-year-old elephant

Case of Noor Jehan in Karachi draws criticism of conditions and renewed accusations of neglect at country’s facilities

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