Capital Challenge Pakistan’s

Imran Khan supporters pour into capital to challenge Pakistan’s government

Thousands of demonstrators breach barricades to reach close to Islamabad’s Red Zone before being pushed back

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Pakistan police clash with Imran Khan supporters heading to Islamabad

The former PM has been in jail for more than a year but remains hugely popular.

Record-high pollution sickens thousands in Pakistan's cultural capital of Lahore

Record-high air pollution in Pakistan’s Punjab province prompted authorities to keep government employees at home and close additional schools, as doctors reported an increase in people seeking ...

World - ABC News - November 6

Smog crisis envelops Indian capital as Pakistan province declares emergency

Schools ordered to close in Delhi and Punjab province as neighbouring countries battle dangerous air pollution. India’s capital, Delhi, has ordered all primary schools to cease in-person classes ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

Pakistan bans large gatherings in the capital ahead of a rally by Imran Khan's party

Pakistani authorities have banned gatherings of five or more people in the capital ahead of a planned march by supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan

World - ABC News - November 19

Pakistan capital under lockdown as protesters call for Khan’s release

Supporters of jailed former prime minister march on Islamabad in latest threat to Shehbaz Sharif’s legitimacy

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

A violent showdown in Pakistan's capital pits the government against Imran Khan supporters

Thousands of people are in the heart of Pakistan’s capital to demand the release of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan

World - ABC News - Yesterday

‘Adios Adani!’ Bribery charges threaten group’s Africa ambitions

Kenya’s reversal of support for airport project underlines global ramifications of US indictment

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China’s market targets are ‘just psychological’, says former regulator

Frank remarks by onetime securities commission chief give rare insight into Beijing financial policymaking

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Pakistan seals off its capital ahead of a planned rally by Imran Khan supporters

Pakistan is sealing off its capital ahead of a planned rally by supporters of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

Pakistan ends lockdown of its capital after Imran Khan supporters are dispersed by police

Authorities have reopened roads linking Pakistan’s capital with the rest of the country, ending a four-day lockdown, after using tear gas and firing into the air to disperse supporters of ...

World - ABC News - 6 hours ago

Fury Unfolds in Pakistan

Scenes from the violent clashes between the security forces and protesters who are demanding the release of Imran Khan from prison.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

In Pakistan, a Stunning Solar Boom

World - Yahoo News - 2 hours ago

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World - Financial Times - November 5

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Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence

More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities.

The Trump challenge for Europe

An isolationist US will force the continent to rethink its defence and economy

World - Financial Times - November 13

Republicans maintain their grip on state capitals

Republicans broke up ruling trifectas in Michigan and Minnesota, while limiting their losses in Wisconsin.

Politics - Politico - November 6

Is a ‘Green’ Revolution Poisoning India’s Capital?

India promised to burn its trash mountains and safely turn them into electricity. But a New York Times investigation found hazardous levels of toxic substances around homes, playgrounds and schools.

World - The New York Times - November 9

Pakistan railway bomb blast kills at least 25

About 50 others were injured in the blast, the city's commissioner says.

Dozens killed in suicide bombing at Pakistan train station

The attack happened when nearly 100 passengers were waiting for a train to travel to the garrison city of Rawalpindi from Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province.

World - CBS News - November 9

India will not travel to Champions Trophy, say hosts Pakistan

India has informed the International Cricket Council it will not travel to the Champions Trophy, according to hosts Pakistan.

Australia beat Pakistan in shortened first Twenty20 international – as it happened

Glenn Maxwell hits 43 off 19 balls at the Gabba as Australia go 1-0 up in the T20I series. Hopefully the worst of the storms are passing to the north of the ground. We may be able to get a ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Australia beat Pakistan by 13 runs: second Twenty20 international – as it happened

A riotous opening partnership and Spencer Johnson’s maiden five-for gave Australia a series-clinching victory at the SCG. Haris Rauf comes into the attack. Short works him for two to bring up the ...

World - The Guardian - November 16

Eye Opener: Dangerous smog chokes India, Pakistan

Record-breaking levels of smog in India and Pakistan are visible from space and posing a health risk to millions. Meanwhile, in Australia, an emperor penguin found on a tourist beach miles from ...

Emergency Declared as Smog Chokes Parts of India and Pakistan

The authorities in New Delhi closed schools and urged residents to stay home. Similar measures have been implemented in Punjab, Pakistan’s largest province.

World - The New York Times - November 18

Australia power to seven-wicket win over Pakistan: third T20 international – live

Updates from the final game of the series at Bellerive Oval Any thoughts? Email or get in touch on X @Jimbo_Cricket 2nd over: Pakistan 18-1 (Babar 8, Haseebullah 1) Haseebullah Khan is ...

World - The Guardian - November 18

Sectarian Violence Kills at Least 25 in Northwest Pakistan

The clashes overnight between Sunni and Shiite tribes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province came a day after gunmen ambushed a convoy of vehicles in the area.

World - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Imran Khan supporters pushed back by security forces

The jailed former leader is calling on the protesters to stay in Islamabad until their demands are met.

Examining the election challenge and certification process

Voting will be complete a week from Tuesday, but the 2024 election will not be over. State elections could be contested and some officials could try to deny certification. CBS News congressional ...

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UK chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an immediate increase in her first Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Scale Farther and Faster with Founder-Friendly Capital

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The president-elect would do well to remember what Adam Smith said about the role of ‘moral sentiments’

World - Financial Times - November 8

Atos Launches $252 Million Capital Increase

The troubled IT firm said it would issue new shares in its latest move to reduce debt.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 8

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