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Pakistani forces open fire on protest rally as massive anti-Islamabad uprising grips PoJK

Massive protests have erupted across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) as the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) defies state crackdowns. Thousands are demanding the release of arrested leaders amidst reports of unprovoked firing on civilians. The movement is gaining momentum, with international diaspora also voicing strong condemnation of…

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Massive anti-Pakistan protests begin in PoJK following brutal crackdown, arrest of 600 civil rights activists

Massive protests have erupted across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir following the arrest of over 600 activists, including leader Shaukat Nawaz Mir. The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) is demanding their release, highlighting severe shortages and humanitarian crises. Appeals for help have reached across the ceasefire line, with a call for…

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Army corners two local LeT terrorists in J&K's Shopian; counter-terror op underway

A significant counter-terror operation is underway in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, after two Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists were cornered in a dense orchard. Security forces, including Army, J&K Police, and CRPF, have cordoned off the Meemandar area. The trapped militants, identified as Latif and Zakir from Kulgam, opened fire, prompting a gunfight.…

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Punjab revokes livestock transit levy, ending Kashmir mutton supply crisis

Kashmir's severe mutton shortage has ended after the Punjab government lifted an illegal levy on livestock transport vehicles. Following intervention from Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who contacted his Punjab counterpart, the unauthorized fee collection has ceased. This resolution, achieved after days of negotiation by Kashmiri traders, ensures…

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No one should object to India-Pak dialogue aimed at improving ties: Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called for an end to objections regarding India-Pakistan dialogue aimed at improving bilateral relations. He highlighted that the decades-old conflict has intensified recently. Abdullah pointed out the hypocrisy where RSS leaders advocating for better ties face no criticism, while similar sentiments from…

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Punjab levy row leaves Kashmir's wedding season facing a mutton crunch

Kashmir's wedding season is marred by a severe mutton shortage, with traders blaming an "illegal" levy imposed by Punjab on livestock. This alleged 'Goonda Tax' is disrupting supplies from Rajasthan and Delhi, causing significant financial losses and forcing some families to consider postponing celebrations. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged…

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Pakistan says it will ‘chop off hand’ that tries to turn off its water supply in unsubtle dig at India

Pakistan’s warning comes as it rallies support from the world at the Indus Water Treaty conference

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Yasin Malik named as main accused in charge sheet in brutal 1990 killing of nurse Sarla Bhat by terrorists

A groundbreaking development has emerged as the State Investigation Agency has lodged a comprehensive 700-page chargesheet against Yasin Malik, the head of JKLF, along with four others for the tragic kidnapping and murder of Kashmiri Pandit nurse Sarla Bhat in 1990. Filed 36 years post-incident, this document underscores the relentless…

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True Gen Z builds nation, does not question its Constitution: BJP chief Nitin Nabin

BJP President Nitin Nabin asserted that India's Gen Z are constructive nation-builders, not those challenging the Constitution or culture. Interacting with students, he emphasized that Indian youth are pro-establishment, contributing to economic growth through startups and sports, unlike those with divisive mindsets. He urged countering misinformation and highlighted the positive…

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PoK protests, Islamabad's repression blow apart farce created by Pakistan

Pakistan's army chief's international peacemaker image clashes with domestic repression, particularly in 'Azad Kashmir'. Protests demanding freedom from Pakistani rule have erupted, mirroring past unrest in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The government's heavy-handed tactics, including internet shutdowns and media smear campaigns, are intensifying the crisis, raising concerns about Pakistan's internal…

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'Do not need validation': PoK 'PM' mocks Pak defence minister over 'not proper Kashmiris' remark

The "Prime Minister" of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Faizal Mumtaz Rathore, has strongly criticized Pakistan's Defence Minister Khwaja Asif for questioning the Kashmiri identity of residents in Rawalkot and Mirpur. Rathore accused Asif of creating divisions and urged him to apologize for his remarks, rather than blaming local governance. This dispute unfolds…

The Times of India

Operation Sheruwali enters 34th day in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri, search operations continue

A massive search and surveillance operation is underway, with security personnel maintaining a high level of alertness in the area. All participating agencies are working in close coordination to ensure the operation achieves its objectives.

The Economic Times

Pahalgam attack: NIA chargesheet indicates cross-border drone dropping, drop in human intelligence gathering

Cross-border drones have successfully delivered arms and ammunition deep into Kashmir, including Baramulla district, undetected. An NIA chargesheet reveals a worrying shift in terror logistics, with UAVs bypassing security to supply terror cells. Experts cite a significant drop in human intelligence gathering between 2022 and 2024 as a key reason…

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"Complete dominance over terrorism in Kashmir, North-East became peaceful under PM's tenure": Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, highlighting significant advancements in national security, defence self-reliance, and rural development. He emphasized the modernization of armed forces, curbing of terrorism in Kashmir, and peace in the North-East. Shah also pointed to achievements in space exploration, cooperative reforms, and…

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'Beginning of sedition ... ’: Khawaja Asif’s big warning to PoK protesters, cites Quran

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif issued a sharp warning to protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), describing the ongoing agitation as the “beginning of sedition” and invoking both constitutional and religious arguments as authorities intensify their crackdown on the movement.

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From Nehru's Hope to Modi's Warning: What Happened?

For decades, India's relationship with Pakistan has been one of the most complicated stories in global politics. But here's a question few people stop to ask: How did India go from viewing Pakistan as a separated brother to treating it primarily as a security challenge? The answer lies in the…

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22 military personnel, including 3 officers, killed in PoK helicopter crash: Report

A Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The incident occurred during take-off near Muzaffarabad. At least 22 military personnel, including three officers, died in the crash. The army confirmed the accident due to a technical fault. Funeral prayers were held for the deceased. This is not the first…

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A mass funeral is held for 22 Pakistani soldiers who died in a helicopter crash in Kashmir

Authorities say rescuers have recovered the remains of all 22 soldiers aboard a military helicopter that crashed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir the previous day

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Crisis on all fronts: Pakistan sought Iran-US peace, faces turmoil at home

Pakistan had hoped to position itself as a key diplomatic player in efforts to broker a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Instead, the country finds itself confronting a deepening security crisis at home, with unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), escalating cross-border tensions with Afghanistan, deadly militant attacks and…

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Pakistan army helicopter crashes in Kashmir after technical fault, killing all on board

Witnesses said that the helicopter crashed shortly after take-off from a helipad. Ambulances arrived at the scene and transported the victims to a nearby hospital.

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India ensuring ‘not a single drop of water’ flows into Pakistan after suspending major river-sharing treaty

Claim from Delhi comes a year after India announced that it will suspend decades-old river-sharing treaty with Pakistan

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No survivors found after Pakistani army helicopter crashes in Kashmir

Military blames technical fault for crash but does not say how many people were onboard

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PoK unrest: BLF chief backs resistance, accuses Pakistan of suppressing political rights

Baloch Liberation Front chief Allah Nazar Baloch criticizes Pakistan's policies in PoJK, stating resistance highlights the futility of suppressing rights through force. He questions the 'Azad Kashmir' narrative, alleging Islamabad's control and Punjab's dominance. Baloch calls for solidarity among oppressed groups, amid ongoing unrest and a crackdown in PoJK.

The Times of India

Pakistan launches manhunt for four PoK protesters after crackdown killing 19 kids, 7 pregnant women

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) administration launched a manhunt for protesters and offered a bounty for JAAC leaders after deadly clashes. An intelligence dossier details systematic violence by Pakistani forces, including targeting the JAAC and using live ammunition, resulting in numerous civilian deaths. India condemned the excessive force and urged international accountability…

The Times of India

Deadly clashes, JAAC crackdown and calls for reform: Why PoK is on the boil

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has been gripped by unrest in recent days as authorities intensify a crackdown on the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC). The crisis has escalated sharply following violent clashes between protesters and security forces, leading to deaths, arrests and growing international concern.

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