The Latest Breaking News from Kashmir

British national ‘shot dead by Pakistani security forces’ in Kashmir

Another Briton has reportedly been detained without charge in the disputed Himalayan region

The Independent UK · Aug 10

British national killed in PoK clashes; another held for over 2 months: Report

A British national was killed during clashes between protesters and Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), while another Briton has been detained in the region for more than two months, The Guardian reported.

The Times of India · Aug 10

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in final election phase despite protest group’s boycott call

Campaign in disputed Himalayan region was overshadowed by violent protests and clashes with security forces

The Independent UK · Aug 10

BJP slams Pakistan over PoJK rights violations

The BJP has accused Pakistan of internal dismantling and human rights violations in PoJK. Authorities are reportedly using force against peaceful protesters demanding civil and political rights. Pakistan state and its army are committing atrocities against citizens seeking basic freedoms. The BJP reiterated that PoJK is an integral part of…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Pakistan issues foreign media guidelines, drawing criticism from press freedom groups

Pakistan's government has issued new guidelines for foreign media organizations operating within the country. These rules require registration and accreditation for reporting outside major cities. Critics argue these measures create bureaucratic hurdles and discourage independent reporting. The government states the guidelines provide a transparent framework for foreign media operations. Media…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Protest group in Pakistan-administered Kashmir rejects claims of Indian meddling

Senior member of Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee says movement is driven by local grievances and not external interests

The Independent UK · Aug 6

Pakistani Politician Wins Election While on UK Police Bail Over Manchester Rape Allegations

Rukhsar Ahmed, recently elected to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, faces serious allegations of child trafficking and rape in Manchester, sparking public outrage and legal challenges.

International Business Times UK · Aug 6

Pakistan's crackdown in PoK: How Islamabad is tightening information chokehold amid global scrutiny

Pakistan's widening crackdown in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has drawn international attention, with members of the Kashmiri diaspora, rights groups and global watchdogs raising concerns over restrictions on journalists and media freedom.

The Times of India · Aug 6

Pakistan crackdown in PoK draws protests on UK streets

Unrest continues in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as a crackdown by Pakistani authorities has triggered growing anger among residents. On Wednesday, members of the British Kashmiri diaspora held a protest in UK's Bradford, expressing solidarity with the people of PoJK and backing the demands of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).

The Times of India · Aug 6

Pakistani authorities ban international media from reporting in most of country

Rules brought in soon after killing of dozens of protesters, news of which was reported only by overseas outlets

The Guardian - UK · Aug 5