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'Disproportionate' use of force against PoK protesters, polls not credible: Pakistan's human rights body

Pakistan's human rights body questioned the PoK election's credibility. The state used disproportionate force against protesters, deepening polarization. Longstanding grievances fueled unrest and institutional distrust in the region. India called the PoK elections a complete farce and criticized Pakistan's actions. The report urged an independent investigation into all deaths and…

The Economic Times

Iftikhar Gillani elected PoK PM after polls marred by protests, rigging claims

Barrister Iftikhar Ali Gillani was elected prime minister of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Friday. He secured 30 votes in the legislative assembly while his challenger received 14 votes. Recent elections were marred by violent protests and widespread allegations of rigging. Gillani was elected on a reserved seat after losing a direct…

The Economic Times

PML-N set to form 'government' in PoK after two former 'premiers' lose strongholds in third phase

Two former so-called prime ministers of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) lost their traditional strongholds in the third phase of elections, according to unofficial results released on Tuesday, while incumbent premier Faisal Mumtaz Rathore of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) retained his seat.

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After weeks of violent protests, PoK votes in final election phase amid PTI, JAAC boycott calls

Polling for Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir's so called assembly elections entered its final phase on Monday amid heightened security and reports of Islamabad-backed crackdown in the region.

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UN flags need for accountability if peaceful PoK protesters harmed

The United Nations voiced concerns regarding the security situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. UN officials emphasized the need for accountability for actions against peaceful protesters. The High Commissioner for Human Rights urged investigations into protester deaths and bans. Restrictions on internet access and public gatherings were also highlighted as violations. Authorities…

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Newly elected PoK legislator is on police bail in UK for child sex offences: Report

A former PoK minister faces child sex offense allegations from the 1990s. He was arrested in the UK and is currently out on police bail. Ahmed allegedly failed to attend a court date, campaigning instead in Mirpur. A UK judge allowed him to travel to Pakistan despite his bail status.…

The Times of India

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).

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Ex-Pakistan minister on UK sexual assault bail wins PoK poll: Report

A former Pakistani minister, arrested in Britain for sexual assault, has won an election in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Rukhsar Ahmed was released on police bail and subsequently re-elected to the legislative assembly. He failed to report to police as required by his bail conditions last month. Detectives are investigating allegations of…

The Economic Times

Elections in PoK complete 'farce': India

India on Tuesday dismissed the local body elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as a "complete farce", saying they cannot hide the reality of public protests and Pakistan's crackdown in the region.

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'They'll arrest us at hospitals': PoK protesters risk death over electricity, flour demands

A protest movement in PoK has escalated into deadly clashes between security forces and demonstrators, with dozens of people reportedly killed across the region in recent weeks, the BBC reported.

The Times of India

Pakistan restricts digital news websites reporting on PoK protests, crackdowns: Report

Pakistan has reportedly expanded digital censorship measures by restricting access to several news websites following extensive media coverage of the ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK).

The Times of India

'Frustration of their failure': Ex-envoy Vidya Bhushan Soni slams Pakistan over PoK unrest

Unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir highlights public frustration with economic challenges. Former Indian envoy Vidya Bhushan Soni noted Pakistan's failed international mediation attempts. Groups like Baloch and PoK residents are pressuring Islamabad due to its difficult position. Pakistan's focus remains international rather than addressing its own citizens' needs. The situation in…

The Times of India

PoK on the boil: Polls, a deadly crackdown by Pakistani forces and a region in turmoil

Pakistan's legislative assembly elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) are taking place under an unprecedented security blanket, with thousands of police, paramilitary personnel and around 2,100 army troops deployed across the region. But rather than projecting stability, the polls have been overshadowed by weeks of protests, allegations of rigging,…

The Times of India

India blasts PoK polls as 'cosmetic exercise' by Pakistan to mask its illegal occupation

India stated Pakistan's local body elections in PoK are a camouflage for illegal occupation. The ongoing elections are also an attempt to hide grave human rights violations. India reiterated that the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are its parts. Protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir stem…

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PoK erupts as police open fire on protesters amid massive anti-Pakistan rallies, one killed - key points

Mass protests swept across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) on Sunday after the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) called for demonstrations against what it described as a widening crackdown by Pakistani authorities. The protests were triggered by the arrest of senior JAAC leaders, including core committee member Shaukat…

The Times of India

'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…

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Watch: Thousands of British Kashmiris protest outside UK Parliament over PoK unrest

British Kashmiris protested in London against alleged human rights abuses and excessive force by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Demonstrators highlighted civilian deaths, injuries, and harassment, demanding international intervention and accountability for the ongoing unrest driven by economic grievances and governance issues.

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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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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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UK MPs raise PoK concerns after 11 killed in Rawalakot, protest outside Pakistan consulate

Kashmiri diaspora members on Tuesday gathered outside the Pakistani Consulate in London to protest against the firing by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Rawalakot. The violence reportedly left 11 people dead and more than 70 injured.

The Economic Times

PoK youth crosses LoC after social media romance, apprehended by Army

An individual from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir crossed the Line of Control into Uri sector. Army troops apprehended the 22-year-old man. He stated love and family pressures motivated his journey. The girl he connected with over social media appealed for his stay. Security agencies are verifying the narrative. Cross-LoC familial ties are…

The Economic Times

Who is Hamza Burhan? Pulwama attack mastermind, shot dead by unknown gunmen in PoK

Hamza Burhan, killed by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK), was one of the masterminds behind the 2019 Pulwama terror attack that claimed the lives of more than 40 CRPF personnel. He was reportedly shot dead in Muzaffarabad. The Pulwama attack, carried out by Jaish-e-Mohammed, had severely strained India-Pakistan ties…

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'If Pakistan harbours terrorists, operates against India...': Army chief's stern message

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that if it continues to harbor terrorists and operate against India, it must decide its future. His remarks came after the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, a retaliatory strike against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK.

The Times of India

China sets up new county near PoK, Afghan border to curb Uyghur infiltration

China has established a new county in its Xinjiang region near Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and the Afghanistan border, a move that comes amid ongoing tensions with India over disputed territories, particularly in Ladakh.

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Killed by Pak shelling, branded Pak terrorist on TV: Godi media kills an Indian twice

In its usual sprint to serve up high-decibel patriotism and prime-time body counts, India’s legacy TV media has outdone itself – again. This time, several channels declared Qari Mohammad Iqbal, a madrassa teacher, as a Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist killed during Operation Sindoor. The only problem? Iqbal wasn’t a terrorist. He wasn’t…

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