POK PROTESTS
Af-Pak relations may not normalise for a long time to come
Pakistan's unprovoked airstrikes in Afghanistan have failed to achieve objectives, with the Taliban inflicting significant damage on the Pakistan Army. This has led to a severe deterioration in Af-Pak relations, with the Taliban openly humiliating Pakistan. The disputed Durand Line remains a major point of contention, further complicating ties.
Congress slams 'politics of oppression' in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir
The Congress condemned the violent unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, asserting it's an integral part of India and slamming the "politics of harassment and oppression" there. The party also criticized the BJP over activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention, labeling it a result of the BJP's "my way or highway" mindset, and vowed to raise J-K's statehood restoration.
Pakistan Govt, protesters sign agreement to end violent protests in PoK
After days of violent unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, the federal government and protesters signed an agreement to end demonstrations that killed 10 and injured hundreds. The deal includes compensation, new educational boards, health facilities, electricity funds, and reduced government size, aiming to restore peace and address grievances in the region.
Natural consequence of Pakistan’s oppressive approach: MEA on PoK violence
India's MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned Pakistan's oppressive policies, which have led to violent clashes and eight deaths in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Protests have continued for four days, with Pakistani forces reportedly using brutality against civilians. Pakistan's Prime Minister has formed a committee to address the escalating situation.
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3 policemen killed, dozens injured as PoK witnesses strike for second consecutive day
At least three policemen were killed and over 100 injured in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as protests and a strike entered the second day, media reports said on Wednesday. The agitation, led by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC), revolves around a 38-point charter of demands, including ending reserved refugee seats and curbing elite privileges.
Rebellion erupts in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir against Shehbaz Sharif's govt, thousands march against atrocities
The UKPNP issued an urgent international appeal regarding Pakistan's communication blackout in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, coinciding with major protests for basic rights and economic justice. Fears of a violent crackdown escalated after paramilitary deployments and a past incident where Rangers killed three civilians. The party urged global intervention to protect fundamental rights and address the region's crisis.
Pakistan govt approves deployment of Frontier Constabulary in PoK
Pakistan's federal government approved deploying Frontier Constabulary in PoK after protests. Six platoons to provide security for hydro-power projects and assist police.
Protests in PoK consequence of Pakistan's policy of systemic plundering of resources: MEA
India asserts protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir due to Islamabad's systemic plundering. Affirms Jammu and Kashmir's integral part of India amid violent protests over economic crisis in PoK. Highlights Islamabad's exploitation denying local rights over resources. External Affairs Ministry condemns exploitative policies. Protests erupt in PoK over rising costs and economic crisis.
Azadi slogans are now heard in PoK, we will take it back: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is an integral part of India and will be reclaimed. Speaking at rallies in Serampore, West Bengal, and Aska, Odisha, Shah highlighted recent protests in PoK, where "azaadi" slogans were raised, attributing them to the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. He accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of opposing Article 370's abrogation, asserting that Kashmir now belongs to India forever.
PoK is part of India, we will take it: Home Minister Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is an integral part of India and vowed to reclaim it. Shah criticized Congress leaders for not supporting the demand to take over PoK. He urged voters in Bengal to choose between corrupt leaders and PM Modi. He said that the choice was between CAA for refugees or supporting infiltrators. Shah also criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for opposing the CAA and appeasing her vote bank.
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's capital witnesses clashes amidst total strike against police crackdown
Strike in Muzaffarabad, PoK by JKJAAC led to clashes and teargas shelling. Normal life disrupted with closures of businesses. Demonstrators protested against police crackdown, demanding fair electricity prices based on hydro-power production cost.
PoK residents hold huge protests, declare no electricity bill payments until justice prevails
Hundreds of protesters have taken to the streets of PoK, united in their condemnation of what they perceive as highly inflated electricity bills that are putting undue financial strain on their households.
"Ask Modi to get us freed from Pakistan": PoK residents appeal for India's help
In the latest video he posted on social media, Choudhry disclosed that the people in PoK are grappling with high inflation, load shedding, food insecurity, and unreasonable tax imposition among several other concerns.
PoK heading towards a bloody revolution, says activist
A well-known political activist in Muzaffarabad claimed that the region is on the verge of a bloody revolution amid the ongoing demonstrations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) over rising inflation and inflated utility bills. Zahid Mughal berated Pakistan for systematically using its resources, corruption, and the establishment's bad policies while speaking with the Kashmiri writer Shabir Choudhry.
Massive protests in PoK to mark Pakistan's Kashmir invasion on October 22, 1947
The protesters in PoK shouted pro-freedom slogans as they demanded the Pakistani army and other administrators to leave the occupied territory. A candlelight vigil was also organised at Neelum Bridge to pay tributes to the innocent civilians' martyrs of the Pakistani invasion on October 22, 1947.
India sends political message to Pakistan, China through IMD, weather reports
IMD has included the regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Muzaffarabad, which are under Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), as part of its Jammu and Kashmir meteorological sub-division.
Chinese "evacuation" from PoK confirms Beijing's presence in occupied territory
The Chinese nationals who were moved to a ‘safe zone’ by Pakistani officials were working on a dam being constructed in PoK along the confluence of the Neelam and Jhelum rivers
China removes BRI map that showed Arunachal & J&K part of India
ET had reported on Friday that China displayed a map that showed entire J&K and Arunachal as part of India.
2nd BRI Summit under way in Beijing: China gets map right on Jammu & Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh
Map surprisingly portrays India as part of BRI even as India boycotted summit for the 2nd time.
Pakistan invites PoK minister, Indian diplomat leaves Saarc meeting
India might issue a demarche to Pakistan in this matter on Monday. Indian diplomat Shubham Singh left the meet after Pakistan invited the Chaudhary Muhammad Saeed to speak at the dais.
August-September protest marches were backed by Pakistani establishment
A group of activists from Pakistan, led by retired admiral Fasih Bokhari, for the first time travelled to Muzaffarabad to express solidarity with Kashmiris.
Terrorists training camps are making our life hell, say PoK residents
Comments made by residents of Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Chinari, Mirpur, Gilgit, Diamer and Neelum Valley, in PoK - who protested there today - have given the lie to Islamabad's pronouncements denying the existence of such camps and the Pakistani state's support for them.
India at China's OBOR meet would've weakened its case on POK
India will stand out with its resolute opposition to China’s OBOR by being the significant absentee at the now famous Belt&Road forum which opens in Beijing today.
ADB declines to fund Pakistan's big dam project in PoK
Repeated efforts to rope in the World Bank as a co-lender had failed when the government declined to seek a No objection Certificate from India for the project.
Give 'moral, political, financial' support to PoK protestors: BJP leader
Gupta's statement however stopped well short of saying India should fund and conduct insurgency in PoK, as Pakistan does in Kashmir.
No human rights in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir: Kiren Rijiju
"There is no human rights in PoK. This had been amply exposed many times earlier also," Rijiju, Minister of State for Home, said.
POK refugees hold protests in Jammu
Pakistan occupied Kashmir refugees held a protest against the failure of the central and J&K governments to fulfill their demands.
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