India, May 1 -- The Pakistan government has named Lt General Muhammad Asim Malik as National Security Adviser (NSA), while continuing as the director general of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Muhammad Asim Malik's appointment follows the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that left 26 people dead and has sparked concerns over a possible military response from India.

According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division on Tuesday, Muhammad Asim Malik was formally given the task of the NSA.

"Lt Gen Muhammad Asim Malik HI (M), DG (I), shall hold the additional charge of the National Security Adviser, with immediate effect," the notification stated.

In September 2024, Asim Malik was appointed as the ISI head, some re...