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PoGB: Protest erupts in Skardu over arrest of political activists
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
A large protest organised by the Awami Action Committee (AAC) took place on Monday in Skardu's Yadgar area in Pakistan occupied Gilgit Baltistan, condemning the recent arrests of political activists, including prominent leader Muhammad Javed and political worker Ali Taj.
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Israeli cabinet approves plan to double settlements in 'occupied' Golan He
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Notably, Israel conquered the Golan from Syria in 1967 and annexed it in 1981. Though most of the world does not recognize Israeli control of the region, the US granted its recognition in 2019, according to Times of Israel.
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Social worker criticizes PoGB government for failing to address the growin
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Residents of Pakistan-Occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) are grappling with a worsening healthcare crisis as overcrowded hospitals, a severe shortage of diagnostic equipment, and the high cost of medical services continue to put immense pressure on the local population. Many patients are now f
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Parents Association criticizes 'exploitation' by private schools in PoGB o
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Munawar Abbas, the President of the Parents Association, has strongly criticized the private schools operating in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) for charging exorbitant fees for winter camps.
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PoGB: Opposition parties criticize WAPDA's CBM scheme for failing to addre
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
While addressing a joint press conference in Chillas, the opposition leaders criticized WAPDA's Confidence Building Measures (CBM) scheme, intended to assist areas affected by dams and development projects in Gilgit.
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Rights Body raises alarm over detention of political activists in PoGB
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has raised serious concerns over the detention of political activists in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan.
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J-K: PoK man nabbed near LoC in Poonch, interrogation underway
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
A man from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) was apprehended after he illegally crossed over into the Indian territory along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Thursday.
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PoJK villages left stranded as road project remains incomplete even after
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
A crucial road project in Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) has been left incomplete for 35 years, leaving four villages isolated. Locals accuse elected officials of neglect, and the road's completion could transform the lives of 6,000 to 7,000 people in the region. Infrastructure
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PoGB: Political activists hold protest in Hunza, demand release of arreste
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
According to reports by the Pamir Times, the protesters, holding placards reading "Free Javed" and "Freedom of Speech," expressed solidarity with those who had been detained, and carried out rally for the restoration of fundamental rights such as political participation and freedom of expres
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PoJK government withdraws controversial ordinance after public protests an
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Sensing growing public resentment amid a shutter-down strike and massive demonstrations, President Barrister Sultan Mahmood announced withdrawal of the ordinance and government officials held formal negotiations, resulting in a written agreement.
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PoGB: Locals express concern over substandard construction at Hunza Winter
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Residents have urged authorities to ensure the project is completed as per the original design, to avoid further issues and ensure the long-term success of the Winter Sports Ground.
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PoJK President orders revocation of controversial ordinance amid widesprea
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) President Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry on Saturday directed the PoJK government to revoke the controversial presidential ordinance that had sparked widespread protests across the region.
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