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Protests erupt in PoGB's Hunza over power crisis, locals block Karakoram h
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The protesters accused authorities of deliberately depriving the district of its rightful share of electricity, causing significant disruption to daily life and severe hardship.
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PoGB: Staff of Karakoram University allege irregularities, demand rotation
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
In a recent statement, the association announced plans to boycott services unless their long-standing grievances are addressed. Staff members have highlighted systemic issues within the university's administration, with particular focus on the lack of a transparent and fair management system
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PoGB: Karakoram Highway blockade enters Day 2 as protesters demand elders'
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
The members of the Muttahida Kohistan Jirga have continued their blockade of the Karakoram Highway for a second day, demanding the release of Maulana Kareemdad, an elder arrested under the Maintenance of Public Order. Protesters have warned they will not end the blockade until their demands
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Pakistan: Kohistan residents block Diamer-Bhasha Dam Karakoram Highway
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Protesters have been raising their demands for fair compensation for lands affected by the project, as well as employment opportunities for locals with WAPDA (Water and Power Development Authority) and the Chinese companies working on the dam.
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PoGB traders warn of economic fallout as snow disrupts trade at Khunjerab
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Traders in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan have raised alarms over significant economic impacts caused by snow blockage at the Khunjerab Pass. The crucial section of the Karakoram Highway (KKH), vital for trade between Pakistan and China, is disrupted due to heavy snow, leading to delays,
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PoGB: SIT arrest two suspected drug dealers near Karakoram International U
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan Police has reportedly arrested two suspected drug dealers, for their involvement in the distribution of illegal substances around Karakoram International University (KIU).
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Disengagement done, India-China armies exchange sweets at various border p
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Indian and Chinese Army troops on Thursday exchanged sweets at the Hot Springs, Karakoram Pass, Daulat Beg Oldi, KongkLa and Chushul-Moldo border meeting points in Ladakh on the occasion of Diwali.
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PoGB residents suffer amid Pakistan's exploitation and neglect
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Mumtaz Hussain Nagri, chairman of the Karakoram National Movement, has spoken out about the ongoing challenges faced by the residents of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan. He highlighted a severe electricity crisis in the region, noting that residents receive only two hours of power supply
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PoGB: Political activists stop construction of toll plaza on Karakoram Hig
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
According to Pamir Times, NHA wants to construct the toll plaza over the Karakoram highway in Gulmit to collect tax
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PoGB: Karakoram International University students protest against fee hike
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Students at Karakoram International University in Gilgit-Baltistan are protesting against sudden fee hikes and alleged administrative mismanagement. Protests erupted after fees increased by 20-25% this year, despite a previous agreement for a 15% reduction. Students expressed concerns over p
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Pakistan customs seize PKR 446 million worth of smuggled phones and goods
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
Pakistan Customs intercepted and seized mobile phones and other goods valued at PKR 446 million at Sost Port. The smuggled items were discovered in a truck that had crossed from China through Khunjerab Pass and was abandoned on the Karakoram Highway.
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Protesters block Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Karakoram Highway over unfulfilled p
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
The blockade took place on Friday and caused major problems for people travelling between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB).
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