Bird watching is no idle exercise in these parts of Pakistan. Aloft that afternoon was a rare breed of racing pigeon worth hundreds of dollars – more than either man observing it earned in a month.

Pakistani pigeons "are better because they're bred better and fly longer durations in a competition", Khajuria said. Keepers say capturing a pigeon is a skill, using water, grain and their own ...

Indian authorities detained a pigeon suspected of spying for Pakistan. That has sparked humorous reactions from both nations. Yet, there's nothing outlandish about pigeons being used for espionage.

A pigeon has been arrested by police in India on suspicion of being a spy from Pakistan. The bird was seized on Thursday after being spotted carrying a "stamped message" on its body. The message ...