A positive change is that more victims report the crime but experts fear number of minors being raped is rising.

Donors also shared reservations over the absence of a full-time dedicated polio focal person at the federal level.

Civilian intelligence agency briefs prime minister on the need for more manpower.

DCC agrees militants must lay down arms for talks; meeting briefed on ongoing ceasefire violations by India.

PM offers talks to militants but says his govt will also use ‘full force’ to eliminate militancy.

Nawaz says he is confident the ‘scourge’ can be defeated with the support of people, armed forces.

Says APC to be called this month; warns India against escalating tensions.

Islamabad asks New Delhi to abide by 2003 ceasefire, tighten security at PIA offices in India.

Islamabad considers scaling down diplomatic staff in India, redeploying troops.

Tariffs to be increased by Rs3 to Rs6 per unit.