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Rawalakot Incident: Drone Shot Down Using Traditional Sling Method Amid Surveillance Concerns

A circulating video from Rawalakot shows locals targeting and downfitting an unmanned aerial vehicle using a stone-slinging method, amid ongoing local concerns over aerial surveillance. RAWALAKOT — Recent developments in Rawalakot have brought public attention to aerial surveillance concerns, following footage circulating on social media showing a drone being downed in the area. According to […]

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Iran Prepared to Fight for Decades to Defend Nation, Says Army Chief

Major General Amir Hatami asserts that Tehran is ready for long-term conflict, stating that power is the only language adversaries understand. Iran is prepared to defend its sovereignty against external threats across future generations if necessary, according to senior military leadership. Major General Amir Hatami stated that the country remains ready to fight for the […]

Tania Khan Urges Immediate Dialogue to Stop Loss of Lives in Poonch

UKPNP leader warns that excluding Poonch and Sudhanoti from elections while security forces engage in firing and shelling is a mockery of democracy. United Kashmir People’s National Party (UKPNP) Senior Vice Chairperson Tania Khan has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security situation in Azad Kashmir, particularly in Poonch, Baloch, and Sudhanoti, calling for immediate […]

British MP Urges Government to Raise Kashmir Situation with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister

Imran Hussain calls on UK ministers to press Islamabad over human rights concerns, communications restrictions, and supply disruptions during Ishaq Dar’s visit. LONDON — British Member of Parliament and All-Party Parliamentary Group for Kashmir Chairman Imran Hussain has urged UK ministers to directly raise the situation in Kashmir with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign […]

Joint Awami Action Committee Calls Complete Strike in Muzaffarabad Division Over Arrests and Killings

The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee has announced a complete wheel-jam and shutter-down strike across the Muzaffarabad division on August 29, protesting against alleged extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances of activists. The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) has announced a complete wheel-jam and shutter-down strike across the Muzaffarabad division on August 29, […]

HRC-AJK Updates Kashmir Protest Death Toll to 93 Verified Fatalities

Human Rights Council of Azad Jammu and Kashmir reports 88 civilians and five security personnel killed amid ongoing demonstrations. MUZAFFARABAD — The Human Rights Council of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (HRC-AJK) has updated its documented casualty figures, reporting 93 verified fatalities resulting from the region's ongoing protest movement. According to the council's latest figures, released […]

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Claims of Atif Maqbool Arrest Denied as Supporters Reject False Reports

Statement says activist remains free and continues involvement in public rights movement MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — Claims circulating on social media and through unofficial channels...

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Expresses Concern Over Developments in Azad Kashmir

Kashmiri religious and political leader urges dialogue, restraint, and peaceful resolution amid rising tensions SRINAGAR — Kashmiri religious and political leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has...

Long March Convoys from Mirpur Division Reach Outskirts of Rawalakot

Organisers say final decision on entering the city will be taken after assessing the ground situation RAWALAKOT, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — 10 June 2026 (5:00 PM)...

Helicopter Crash Reported in Muzaffarabad Rescue Teams Rush to Scene

Authorities yet to confirm casualties as investigation begins into incident near Muzaffarabad MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — A helicopter crash was reported in Muzaffarabad on Monday,...

One Reportedly Killed, Several Injured as Tensions Escalate in Kotli

Conflicting reports emerge from Kotli as unrest intensifies; official confirmation still awaited KOTLI, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — At least one person was reportedly killed and several...

Reports of Shoukat Nawaz Mir Arrest Appear Unsubstantiated Amid Widespread Shutdown Across Pakistan-Administered Kashmir

Sources close to JKJAAC leader deny arrest claims as region observes strike and internet disruptions continue MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — Reports circulating in sections of...