ISLAMABAD – Pakistan raised the alarm over what it describes as India’s increasingly aggressive nuclear posture, warning that the expansion of sea-based nuclear capabilities could push South Asia towards a potentially catastrophic conflict.

Lieutenant General (retd) Mazhar Jamil, an adviser to Pakistan’s National Command Authority (NCA) and former D.G of the Strategic Plans Division, questioned the credibility of India’s declared No First Use (NFU) nuclear policy, arguing that its evolving military capabilities warrant serious international scrutiny.

Addressing the 11th Track 1.5 workshop organised by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) and the Centre for International Strategic Studies in London, Jamil warned that developments involving India’s submarine-launched ballistic missiles could increase the risk of miscalculation during a military crisis.

Jamil argued that New Delhi’s continued efforts to strengthen its sea-based nuclear deterrent were inconsistent with the assurances conveyed by its NFU policy. He characterised the policy as a diplomatic façade, alleging that New Delhi’s actions pointed towards a more aggressive nuclear posture. His remarks have renewed attention on the nuclear rivalry between Pakistan and India, particularly following their intense military confrontation in May 2025.

Jamil cited assessments attributed to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) and other research sources, saying reports indicated that India had begun pairing nuclear warheads with submarine-launched ballistic missiles and conducting maritime patrols.

He warned that the combination of submarine-based nuclear weapons and limited advance notification of missile tests could complicate crisis management, increasing the possibility of misinterpretation and dangerous decisions during periods of heightened tension.

Submarine-launched nuclear weapons are particularly significant because they can operate away from established land-based installations, making it more difficult for rival states to assess their movements and intentions. Jamil argued that India’s development of longer-range missiles and acquisition of dual-use technologies were also affecting the strategic balance in South Asia.

Pakistan has repeatedly advocated a “No War Pact” with India, but continuing military competition between the two nuclear-armed neighbours has complicated efforts to establish lasting confidence-building measures.

While Jamil’s allegations reflect Pakistan’s security concerns, India’s nuclear doctrine and the operational role of its sea-based capabilities remain subjects of wider strategic debate.

Jamil urged the international community to reconsider the Nuclear Suppliers Group’s (NSG) 2008 exemption for India, which opened the way for international civilian nuclear trade despite India not being a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). He argued that the exemption, coupled with assistance from international technology partners, had helped India expand its nuclear and missile programmes, raising questions about transparency, non-proliferation standards and regional security.

Jamil called for the waiver to be withdrawn, maintaining that India’s evolving strategic capabilities required a reassessment of the international arrangements governing nuclear cooperation.

The warning comes months after the most serious military confrontation between Pakistan and India in more than two decades, which brought the nuclear-armed neighbours into a dangerous cycle of strikes and retaliation.

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ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Qatar agreed to strengthen cooperation in internal security, signalling a renewed push to deepen bilateral coordination amid evolving regional challenges.

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Qatar’s Interior Minister and Commander of the Internal Security Force, Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The two officials held detailed discussions on expanding collaboration across various areas of internal security, with both sides agreeing to reinforce their partnership and broaden cooperation between their respective interior ministries.

Regional developments, peace and stability also featured prominently in the talks, as Pakistan and Qatar reaffirmed their commitment to closer coordination on matters of mutual interest.

The meeting concluded with an agreement to further strengthen the two countries’ security partnership, although no specific new agreements, operational measures or implementation timelines were announced in the provided statement.

Speaking during the meeting, Naqvi said Pakistan and Qatar were working together to promote peace and stability across the region, underscoring the importance Islamabad attaches to cooperation with Doha. Sheikh Khalifa, meanwhile, said Qatar placed great importance on its relations with Pakistan, reaffirming Doha’s commitment to maintaining strong bilateral ties.

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RAWALPINDI – Green Shirts found themselves in trouble against England in second ODI of the ongoing tri-series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, losing five wickets for 134 runs after 29 overs as the visitors tightened their grip on the contest.

England made early inroads into Pakistan’s batting line-up, dismissing several key players and leaving the hosts struggling to build a competitive total. Pakistan’s innings suffered setback when Fakhar Zaman was dismissed without scoring, while Saim Ayub managed only eight runs.

Star batter Babar Azam made 34 before losing his wicket, while Salman Ali Agha departed after scoring 16. With half the side back in the pavilion, Pakistan’s hopes of a strong recovery rested on the remaining batters, including Hasan Nawaz and Arafat Minhas. The team faced the difficult task of rebuilding the innings while increasing the scoring rate without risking further wickets.

Pakistan were scoring at approximately 4.7 runs per over at the time, leaving them under pressure to accelerate during the remaining overs. England’s live win predictor put their chances of victory at 79%, reflecting their advantage following Pakistan’s batting collapse.

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Pakistan entered the match after defeating Sri Lanka in their opening fixture of the ODI tri-series. Shaheen Afridi captained the side, with Saad Baig named wicketkeeper as the hosts sought another win to strengthen their position in the tournament.

Pakistan

Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saad Baig (wicketkeeper), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Ali Agha, Arafat Minhas, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (captain), Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah.

England, meanwhile, were aiming to open their campaign with a victory and capitalise on their recent success against Pakistan.

England

Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root, Harry Brook (captain), Jordan Cox (wicketkeeper), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid and Sonny Baker.

England have enjoyed the upper hand in their ODI rivalry with Pakistan, winning 57 of their 92 meetings. Pakistan have registered 32 victories, while three matches ended without a result. English side have also won their last four ODI encounters against Pakistan, with victories in Cardiff, Lord’s, Birmingham and Kolkata between 2021 and 2023.

Pakistan were therefore looking to break their losing streak against England while maintaining the momentum gained from their opening victory over Sri Lanka.

England, who had won four of their previous five matches, were seeking to continue their strong run and make a winning start to their tri-series campaign.

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ISLAMABAD – Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir landed in Tehran on Tuesday, Iranian state media said.

Field Marshal embarked on visit along with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and exchange views on the latest regional developments.

The visit comes as trade through key Pakistan-Iran border crossings has remained suspended for four days, disrupting commercial movement through Balochistan and leaving hundreds of freight containers stranded on both sides of the border.

According to IRNA, discussions during Asim Munir’s expected visit will focus on bilateral relations and the evolving regional situation. The visit could provide an opportunity for Pakistani and Iranian officials to discuss issues affecting cooperation between the neighbouring countries, although no detailed agenda has been officially announced.

Pakistan is also seeking to facilitate renewed US-Iran negotiations as Field Marshal Asim Munir’s reported Tehran visit coincides with regional tensions, maritime security concerns and uncertainty over a possible settlement.

Pakistan is stepping up diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Washington and Tehran, with Field Marshal Asim Munir’s reported visit to Iran on October 20 drawing attention to Islamabad’s role in efforts to revive negotiations.

Pakistan has used its diplomatic channels with both countries to relay messages, encourage dialogue and explore pathways towards de-escalation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Munir have featured in these efforts.

CDF Asim Munir’s upcoming visit follows earlier engagement with Iranian officials in August, when Pakistan sought to help reduce tensions and bring the two sides closer to negotiations. Reuters also reported that US President Donald Trump had spoken with Munir before that trip, citing Pakistani sources.

The diplomatic push comes amid disagreements over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions, regional security and the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global energy shipments. Islamabad has also engaged with regional partners, including Qatar and Oman, as part of broader efforts to contain the crisis.

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MULTAN – A 15-year-old orphan allegedly fleeing abuse was crushed by a car in Multan, and the suspect faced another shocking scene when lawyers assaulted him during his court appearance on Tuesday.

The suspect was held on the same day and was presented in court today where lawyers allegedly beat suspect accused of running over 15-year-old boy, raising fresh questions about the rule of law and the growing tendency to take justice into one’s own hands. The incident has triggered wider concerns about mob justice, particularly when violence erupts inside or around the very institutions responsible for upholding the law.

ملتان میں گاڑی سے بچے جو قتل کرنے والے ملزم کو عدالت میں پیش کردیا گیا وکلاء نے خوب تشدد کا نشانہ بنایا https://t.co/tnibkcjtcl

— Adil Nizami (@AdilNizami10) October 20, 2026

The tragedy unfolded at around 5:40 pm on October 19 in the Royal Orchard area of Multan, in southern Punjab. A CCTV camera installed at a nearby house captured the horrifying sequence of events.

The footage shows the teenager apparently attempting to escape from people inside a car. Moments later, the vehicle accelerates towards him and strikes him, crushing him against the gate of a nearby house.

The impact was so powerful that it jolted the gate. The driver then reverses the vehicle a short distance before both car doors open and two men step out. One of the men is seen grabbing the boy by his arms and laying him in front of a house’s entrance. The teenager appears motionless, while his white shalwar kameez is visibly stained with blood.

Local residents and eyewitnesses subsequently approach the men and question them about the incident. Police have registered a murder case against both suspects seen in the footage. One has been arrested, while the other remains at large.

FIR registered at the DHA Police Station identifies the deceased as Waseem Abbas, aged between 15 and 16. According to the police report, officers were patrolling the Royal Orchard area when a man approached them and identified Waseem as his maternal cousin. He told police that the teenager worked for the suspects as an electrician.

The complainant alleged that the suspects had subjected Waseem to violence and were intent on killing him. According to the FIR, the boy was trying to escape their alleged abuse when he ran towards an adjoining street, while the suspects pursued him in a car.

FIR further alleges that the suspects deliberately drove the vehicle over Waseem, causing his head to strike a pillar of a residential gate and leaving him fatally injured at the scene.

The arrested suspect, who was driving the car, has denied intentionally killing Waseem, according to police. He claimed that he was attempting to stop the teenager by positioning the vehicle in front of him as he ran away. The suspect alleged that the car slipped near the house and struck the boy. He also claimed that Waseem had attempted to flee from work and had run away on previous occasions.

Police have taken the vehicle into custody as evidence. According to the FIR, eyewitnesses told investigators that the suspects tried to leave after the incident but abandoned the car when it failed to start. Local residents caught one of the men, while the other escaped.

Multan City Police Officer Akhtar Farooq confirmed that the arrested driver was presented before a court on Tuesday, which granted police four days of physical remand. Raids are underway to apprehend the second suspect.

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KARACHI – After staying unchanged on Monday, Gold prices in Pakistan moved down on October 20 amid decline in the international bullion market.

October 20 Gold price of 24-karat gold decreased to Rs435,436 per tola. The rate for 10 grams of gold also dropped by Rs3,086 to Rs373,316. The latest decline came after gold prices remained unchanged on Monday, when one tola was traded at Rs439,036 in the local market.

In the international market, gold prices fell by $36 to reach $4,129 per ounce, reflecting the downward trend seen in Pakistan’s bullion market. The decline in global rates was accompanied by a significant reduction in domestic gold prices, bringing the per-tola rate below Rs436,000.

Meanwhile, silver prices remained stable, with one tola continuing to sell at Rs6,234 in Pakistan.

Gold Rates in Lahore, Karachi

• Lahore: Rs431,000 and Rs430,500
• Pathoor: Rs426,000 and Rs424,000
• Karachi: Rs430,500 (selling rate)
• Peshawar: Rs446,000 (selling rate)

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ISLAMABAD — Islamabad police officers posing as law enforcers stormed a home occupied by two Chinese nationals, held them at gunpoint and looted Rs2 million in cash during a late-night raid in Sector F-7/1.

The four serving officer of Islamabad Police were arrested after incident occurred at Sector F-7/1, at around 2:20am on October 18, as per FIR registered at Kohsar Police Station.

The complainant, Ahsan Nawaz, a security guard employed by a company, told Islamabad police that he and a driver were sleeping in the backyard quarters when a young man wearing a police uniform woke them up and took them outside. He said a black double-cabin vehicle with a flashing police light was waiting outside. Three men in police uniforms, two of them armed, allegedly entered the property, while another man wearing shalwar kameez and a waistcoat drove the vehicle through the gate.

The suspects allegedly snatched the complainant’s mobile phone at gunpoint before entering the main house through a window. FIR said the complainant, the driver and the two Chinese residents were held hostage at gunpoint in the drawing room while the suspects robbed the Chinese nationals of Rs2 million in cash. The stolen property listed in the FIR includes the cash and a mobile handset valued at Rs15,000.

The complainant expressed suspicion that the night-shift security guard, colluded with the suspects and opened the main gate to facilitate their entry. According to the FIR, the complainant worked the day shift from 8am to 8pm while Ahmed Ali was assigned to duty from 8pm until 8am the following morning.

The case was registered under Section 395 PPC, and the station house officer was informed as the investigation began.  FIR records the location as House No. 2A, Street 35, Sector F-7/1, approximately two kilometres west of Kohsar Police Station.

The incident adds to concerns over a reported series of residential robberies targeting Chinese nationals in Islamabad. It has been described in earlier coverage as the fourth such dacoity since August 29, 2026.

That case raised questions about protection arrangements, with reports indicating that the Special Protection Unit responsible for Chinese nationals’ security had not been deployed at the residence.

Islamabad has also faced broader concerns over robberies, dacoities, snatching incidents, burglaries and thefts during 2026. Police figures cited in earlier reports indicated thousands of reported crimes during the first nine months of the year, with losses involving cash and valuables running into billions of rupees.

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ISLAMABAD – Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for strengthening Israel’s alliance with Greece and Cyprus while referring to Pakistan, Türkiye and other countries as part of a grouping opposed to Israel.

The remarks came during an interview Smotrich gave to Israeli Telegram channel and its clips went viral, getting attention in Pakistan and Türkiye over his reference to an alliance involving the two countries along with Saudi Arabia.

Smotrich said Israel should strengthen the Hellenic alliance against what he described as the alliance of Pakistan, Türkiye and countries opposed to Israel. The remarks come amid growing attention to the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, signed by Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia on August 7, 2026, which infact is defensive in nature.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

We can and should strengthen the Hellenic alliance against the alliance of Pakistan, Türkiye and the countries that oppose us. https://t.co/DEzlld07r0

— Clash Report (@clashreport) October 19, 2026

The pact provides framework for closer military ties, joint exercises, intelligence sharing and collaboration in defence production. Its collective-defence principle broadly establishes that an armed attack against one participating country would be treated as an attack against all.

Although Pakistan and other participating countries touted agreement as defensive and not directed against any particular state, its emergence has added a new dimension to regional security discussions.

Smotrich’s comments suggest that he views closer cooperation between Israel and its Greek partners as important amid these changing alignments. Saudi Arabia’s participation also adds diplomatic complexity, as discussions about potential normalisation between Riyadh and Tel Aviv continue alongside the kingdom’s defence cooperation with Pakistan and Türkiye.

Hellenic alliance generally refers to the strategic partnership between Israel, Greece and Cyprus, which has developed through military coordination, joint exercises, energy projects and wider regional security cooperation. The partnership has partly evolved against the backdrop of longstanding tensions involving Türkiye in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Defence cooperation reportedly get a further boost in 2026 through Greece’s planned air-defence procurement programme, known as Achilles Shield, valued at around €3 billion.

Smotrich’s call to strengthen this partnership comes as Israel assesses regional military developments and seeks to reinforce its own defence capabilities. In other part of the interview, he addressed Türkiye’s military strength, including its expanding naval capabilities.

Smotrich described the Turkish navy as enormous and hinted that its capabilities required careful assessment. He also discussed the need for Israel to remain capable of sustaining prolonged military conflicts independently rather than relying excessively on outside support.

The reported remarks show broader Israeli concerns about regional military balances, Türkiye’s growing strategic influence and the implications of closer defence cooperation among countries whose interests may conflict with those of Israel.

Smotrich also discussed ties between US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, saying that developments in Washington-Ankara ties form part of the wider strategic picture.

He said normalisation with Saudi Arabia could and should be pursued. However, he has maintained a hardline position on Palestinian statehood and has opposed concessions that could require Israel to accept a Palestinian state. Saudi Arabia’s participation in the Pakistan-Türkiye defence arrangement makes the issue particularly important, although the kingdom’s membership does not, by itself, establish that the agreement is directed against Tel Aviv.

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LAHORE – A major tax investigation puts Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) CEO Engineer Muhammad Aamir and his three sons under FBR’s scrutiny, as the authority lodge a money-laundering case over alleged tax evasion worth Rs329.65 million.

The case was registered by FBR’s Directorate of Intelligence and Investigation, Inland Revenue, at complaint filed by Inland Revenue Inspector Muhammad Usman. The allegations centre on declaration and subsequent revision of family assets, with investigators reportedly examining discrepancies in wealth declarations dating back to 2014.

The case names Muhammad Amir and his three sons, Muhammad Hadi, Muhammad Saad and Muhammad Ibrahim. However, the allegations have yet to be shared in detail in court.

Assets initially declared at Rs3.5 million in 2014 were valued at Rs730 million during tax year 2025–26. The difference between the two reported figures amounts to Rs726.5 million, or Rs72.65 crore. The reported revision becomes key point of the serious money laundering allegations, although the available information does not fully explain the circumstances behind the change or provide the underlying tax documents.

FBR would need to establish how the assets were acquired, whether the declarations complied with applicable tax laws and how the alleged tax liability was calculated.

Some reports also claim that FESCO CEO’s sons received gifts worth a combined Rs46.36 crore. The unverified breakdown is said to be of Rs14.44 crore in gifts to Muhammad Hadi in 2025 and another Rs21 crore in 2026. Muhammad Saad is reportedly associated with gifts worth Rs6.92 crore, while Muhammad Ibrahim is said to have received Rs4 crore. These figures add up to Rs46.36 crore.

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Aamir worked in FESCO since mid 90s and took charge as the company’s chief executive in December 2023. Before his appointment, he served as Director General of the company’s MIRAD division.

His professional experience has included work related to electricity distribution, operational management, planning and customer services.

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ISLAMABAD – Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu arrived in Islamabad on a 3-day official visit, with focus on fresh trade, investment and defence cooperation as Pakistan and the Maldives mark 60 years of diplomatic ties.

This is first visit by Maldivian president to Pakistan in 11 years and comes as both countries look to strengthen longstanding ties through expanded economic and strategic engagement.

President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to meet Muizzu and host a state banquet in his honour, while Prime Minister Shehbaz will hold restricted and delegation-level talks with the visiting leader.

The discussions will cover the full spectrum of bilateral relations, with both sides expected to explore new opportunities in trade, investment, healthcare, education, tourism, agriculture, defence, maritime security and climate change. Two sides will also exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest, while people-to-people exchanges are expected to remain part of the broader cooperation agenda.

A key highlight of the visit will be the Pakistan-Maldives Business Forum, which aims to bring the two countries’ business communities together to identify investment opportunities, develop commercial partnerships and boost bilateral trade.

Several agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) covering different areas of cooperation are also expected to be signed during Muizzu’s stay, potentially providing fresh momentum to bilateral engagement.

The diplomatic push comes as Pakistan and the Maldives commemorate the 60th anniversary of relations established in 1966, offering an opportunity to broaden cooperation beyond traditional diplomatic ties.

A day before, Maldivian delegation led by Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam arrived in Islamabad ahead of the president. The delegation includes cabinet ministers and senior government officials. The visiting officials were received at the airport by Pakistan’s Foreign Office spokesperson, the director general for South Asia and SAARC, the Maldivian high commissioner to Pakistan and Pakistan’s high commissioner to the Maldives.

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