Prince Rahim Aga Khan Concludes Historic Three-Day Visit to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral
GILGIT, Pakistan-Administered Kashmir – Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, departed from Gilgit today after completing a historic...
Gilgit-Baltistan Elections Postponed: Colonial Administration Continues Amid Resource Plunder and Democratic Deficit
The people of Gilgit-Baltistan remain trapped in a constitutional limbo—administered by Pakistan but denied genuine autonomy, while their vast natural resources fuel Islamabad's economy...
“Is Gilgit-Baltistan a Province of Pakistan?” Why the Question Itself Tells the Story of a Forgotten Land
Is Gilgit-Baltistan a province of Pakistan? The Azadi Times travels from Skardu to Islamabad, weaving history, hydropower receipts and women’s rallies into a 2,000-word...
Historic Land Dispute in Gilgit Sparks Calls for Traditional Jirga-Based Resolution
Gilgit, (Gilgit Baltistan) Pakistan adminidtered kashmir – In a press conference held at the Central Press Club in Gilgit, community leaders representing the indigenous...
The Truth Behind the Treaty of Amritsar and Its Misrepresentation
The Treaty of Amritsar, signed on March 16, 1846, is often misrepresented in the discourse surrounding the history of Jammu and Kashmir. A closer...
The History of Jammu & Kashmir and Tibet: The Journey from Lucknow to Baltistan
Gulab Singh’s journey from Jammu to the court of Punjab’s ruler, the illustrious Maharaja Ranjit Singh, and the manner in which he established his...
The Ultimate List of Districts Across Jammu & Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, AJK & Ladakh
Jammu and Kashmir is divided into a number of districts that highlight its diverse geography, demographics, and administrative importance. Understanding the districts of Jammu...
The Queen of Gilgit: Soni Jowhar – A Visionary Leader
In the history of Gilgit-Baltistan, one name that continues to resonate through the ages is that of Soni Jowhar, a remarkable queen who led...
Gilgit-Baltistan: From Past to Present- A Historical Perspective
When studying the history of nations, it becomes clear that the rule of one nation or region by another is never permanent. Power and...
Hundreds of Years-Old ‘Khalsa Sarkar’ Law: A Barrier to Land Rights in Gilgit-Baltistan
What justification does the government have to come to the northern regions and occupy people's wilderness lands? There is no place to grow crops...
Gilgit-Baltistan: History, Culture, and Tourism
Gilgit-Baltistan has a unique history of its own. Located in the north of Pakistan, this region is famous all over the world for its...
