1986: India-Pakistan Trade Shift, Libya Downs US Jet
On January 12, 1986, India saw a key shift in Pakistan's trade stance, while Libya sought India's support after downing a US warplane. Explore this pivotal day in history.
On January 12, 1986, India saw a key shift in Pakistan's trade stance, while Libya sought India's support after downing a US warplane. Explore this pivotal day in history.
Bilateral trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has crashed by 40% following border tensions and transit restrictions. Key crossing points remain closed, severely impacting economies.
India and the European Union have resumed high-stakes negotiations for a free trade agreement in Brussels. Key discussions focus on market access, tariffs, and intellectual property. Read the latest updates.
On January 10, 1986, the Soviet Union warned the US over Libya, India and Pakistan neared a trade deal, and Punjab was on alert. Explore this pivotal day in history.
Former US President Donald Trump claims he personally intervened to prevent a major military escalation between India and Pakistan in May. Read the full details of his repeated assertions.
The IMF has sharply criticised Pakistan's powerful SIFC for its unchecked authority, warning it undermines governance and economic stability. Read the full analysis.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirms ongoing India-US trade negotiations since Feb 2025, aiming for a balanced agreement. Both nations remain interested in a mutually beneficial deal.
On Jan 9, 1986, US President Reagan banned trade with Libya, facing resistance from Europe & Arab world. Punjab CM Barnala linked violence to Chandigarh transfer. Explore this historical front page.
On January 7, 1986, PM Rajiv Gandhi urged scientists to shun mediocrity, Punjab took steps against terror, and Libya braced for an Israeli strike. Explore this pivotal day in history.
Kerala High Court cites Quran to rule that divorced Muslim women can seek maintenance under CrPC even after personal law obligations are met. Landmark judgment sets aside family court order.
On January 7, 1986, United Breweries chairman Vijay Mallya was arrested under FERA. This front page also covered Vajpayee's Pakistan concerns, Akali strategy, and a factory closure threat. Read the full historical recap.
Sarabjit Kaur, who travelled to Pakistan with a Sikh jatha, married a local and converted. Her deportation is delayed due to legal processes. Read the full story.
Amnesty International warns Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment undermines judicial independence. The move grants Parliament power to fix Supreme Court judges' tenure. Read the full analysis.
On January 6, 1986, India announced its entry into the global Silicon Club. Meanwhile, Punjab faced law & order threats, and Shriram Foods laid off 550+ workers. Explore this pivotal day in history.
India's flurry of bilateral trade pacts with New Zealand, Oman & others is less about boosting exports & more a strategic hedge against global trade fragmentation under Trump. Analysis.
On January 5, 1986, 13 parties moved to form a national opposition forum. Centre took a tough stand on Punjab violence, while US and USSR edged towards a missile pact. Explore this pivotal day.
Pakistan's decision to halt trade via Balochistan's Chaman border crossing is costing its economy over $1 million daily. Learn how this policy impacts regional trade and security.
On January 3, 1986, the Reagan administration approved $41M in advanced radar for Pakistan. Meanwhile, Srikkanth scored his maiden Test century in Sydney, and DRI seized ₹1.77 crore worth of hashish in Bombay. Explore this day in history.
Pakistani traders and businesses foresee a severe economic crisis in 2025, citing soaring inflation, high taxes, and crippling energy costs. Can the government intervene?
A look back at Jan 1, 1986: DRI probes lavish parties, India urges Sri Lanka on Tamil peace, Bangladesh's Ershad lifts politics ban, and IDF actions in Lebanon. Revisit history.
India's MEA firmly rejects Pakistan's comments on minority conditions, highlighting Pakistan's own 'systemic victimisation' of minorities. Read the full diplomatic rebuttal.
India firmly rejected Pakistan's comments on the treatment of minorities in India, stating that Islamabad's own 'abysmal record speaks for itself'. The exchange occurred at the UN.
Pakistan faces a severe brain drain as thousands of professionals flee, contradicting Army Chief Asim Munir's claims of 'brain gain.' Experts warn of a deepening economic and social crisis.
Despite government assurances of economic stability, Pakistani citizens face relentless inflation and rising living costs. Explore the stark reality behind the official narrative.
China updates its foreign trade policies, enhancing legal powers for trade disputes. New measures aim to bolster Beijing's capabilities against potential lawsuits from private firms. Read the full analysis.
India is actively negotiating with the US to finalize a balanced trade agreement. Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu highlights progress and shared goals. Read the latest updates.
A look back at India's 2025: navigating US tariffs, sealing key trade pacts, expanding in West Asia, and facing military confrontation with Pakistan. Explore the year's diplomatic highs and lows.
Govinda reveals his early struggle and how a self-made video cassette convinced his uncle to cast him in his debut film 'Tan-Badan' in 1986. Discover the untold story of his Bollywood breakthrough.
The Consumer Protection Act, 1986, gave Indian consumers legal rights. But decades later, its promise remains limited. Explore the gaps in enforcement and the road ahead for consumer justice.
IIT Kanpur's 1986 alumni pledge Rs 11 crore for student life, mental health, and infrastructure projects at their 40th reunion. Discover how this gift shapes the future.