Briefed about TTP talks; security officials say this is a political matter.

Intermediaries complete consultation with Taliban Shura.

Singh says that except talks, there was no alternative to finding a solution to the longstanding disputes.

Indian FM Salman Khurshid says project will compel India and Pakistan work on long-term ties.

The law enforcement agencies would carry out ‘preemptive’ operations in Karachi and some cities in Punjab.

It is unclear, however, whether the March operation will also target the Haqqani Network.

Senior security official says most of those killed in offensive were foreign fighters including 33 Uzbeks, 3 Germans.

Saudi deputy defence minister calls on army chief, CJCSC.

Brigadier-level flag meeting comes days after both countries accused each other of truce violations along LoC.

Delay due to funding issues, not because of US threats of sanctions, says foreign office spokeswoman Tasnim Aslam.