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A Sister’s Open Letter After Rawalakot Killing Shines Light on Civilian Cost of Unrest

Seventeen years after her brother’s childhood note, a grieving sister in Rawalakot shares an emotional response following his fatal shooting during June protests. Months after 26-year-old Fahad Barkat was shot...

HRCP Fact-Finding Mission Visits Gilgit Press Club to Review Press Freedom and Digital Rights

A six-member Human Rights Commission of Pakistan delegation met with local journalists in Gilgit...

Journalist Azra Alam’s Family Detained After Police Raid Home in Attock Release

Following journalist Azra Alam's release after 40 days in Attock Jail, police reportedly raided...

J&K Democratic Party Chairperson Nabila Irshad Detained in Islamabad, Rawalpindi Home Raided

Advocate Nabila Irshad was reportedly taken from her Islamabad residence, while police raided the Rawalpindi home of vlogger and activist Azra Alam, according to family and local reports. Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Party Chairperson and lawyer Nabila Irshad was reportedly detained by police from her residence in Islamabad late last night, while security personnel also […]

Human Rights Council Condemns Inspector General’s Behavior Toward Journalist in Islamabad

HRC-AJK expresses deep concern over the Azad Kashmir police chief's conduct toward journalist Haider...

Line of Control Cannot Separate Our Hearts: Waqar H. Bhatti

Local leader emphasizes enduring cultural and spiritual bonds across the divided region, declaring that shared identity remains unbreakable. The Line of Control (LoC) dividing Jammu and Kashmir fails to sever the deep emotional and cultural ties uniting people on both sides, local leader Waqar H. Bhattu has stated. In a recent message emphasizing regional solidarity, […]

Family and Supporters Demand Court Appearance Ahead of Shaukat Nawaz Mir’s Hearing in Azad Kashmir

Detained since June 30 without outside contact, Kashmiri rights figure Shaukat Nawaz Mir is scheduled for a court hearing tomorrow amid mounting legal and human rights concerns. Supporters and family members have raised urgent questions regarding the prolonged detention of prominent Kashmiri figure Shaukat Nawaz Mir, who is scheduled to appear before an Azad Kashmir […]

Rawalakot Leader Demands Answers Over Disruption of Children’s Education in Azad Kashmir

Joint Awami Action Committee core member Sardar Umar Nazir Kashmiri questions authorities over educational disruptions during a public conference in Rawalakot. RAWALAKOT — A senior leader of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has raised serious concerns over the disruption of educational activities across Azad Kashmir, demanding accountability from authorities regarding the impact on schools, […]

Shaukat Nawaz Mir Expected in Court Tomorrow as Detention Reaches 55 Days

The upcoming court hearing on August 28 marks a crucial phase for the detained Joint Awami Action Committee core member, whose prolonged custody has drawn persistent scrutiny. MUZAFFARABAD — The legal proceedings surrounding detained Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) core member Shaukat Nawaz Mir reach a critical juncture, with his appearance in […]

Rawalakot Sit-In Enters 80th Day as Protesters Demand End to Corruption and Accountability

Millions gather at city entry points in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, pressing for systemic reforms, the release of detainees, and justice for victims. RAWALAKOT — The ongoing...

Mehbooba Mufti Says Imran Khan Facing ‘Same Treatment’ He Dealt to Opponents

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti has remarked that jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is currently facing the same political and...

J&K State Crime Wing Conducts Raids in Srinagar Over Police Appointment Forgery Case

SRINAGAR — The State Crime Wing (SCW) of Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at a residential property in Srinagar’s Safakadal area on Friday...

JAAC Leader Alleges Excessive Force, Civilian Killings During Kotteri Operation in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

Muzaffarabad | July 10, 2026 — A senior leader of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has accused Pakistani security forces and local police...

Joint Public Action Committee Announces July 15 Long March Towards Muzaffarabad

Muzaffarabad | July 9, 2026: The Joint Public Action Committee (JPAC) has announced that it will begin a long march towards Muzaffarabad on July...

Internet Shutdown in Pakistan-administered Kashmir Enters 35th Day, Freelancers, Students Face Growing Hardships

Muzaffarabad: Internet services in Pakistan-administered Kashmir (commonly known as Azad Kashmir) have remained suspended for 35 consecutive days, significantly disrupting education, remote work, digital...

Muzaffarabad: Police Detain Women During Peace March Near Naluchi Bridge

Women and Children from Police Lines Locality Participate in Demonstration, Reports of Detentions Emerge MUZAFFARABAD, Azad Kashmir (The Azadi Times) — Several women were reportedly...

Concerns Grow Over Disruption of Essential Goods Supply in Azad Kashmir

Reports of Trucks Carrying Food and Basic Necessities Being Stopped Raise Fears of Artificial Shortages Muzaffarabad, Azad Kashmir: Concerns are mounting in Azad Kashmir following...

Muzaffarabad Shutdown Enters Seventh Day as Internet Disruption Continues

Markets remain closed while communication outages enter their tenth day across the regional capital MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — A complete wheel-jam and shutter-down strike entered...

JKJAAC Signals Major Announcement for Muzaffarabad Residents

Action Committee urges public to remain prepared as it hints at an important upcoming call MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan-administered Kashmir — The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action...

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