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Protest group in Pakistan-administered Kashmir rejects claims of Indian meddling

Senior member of Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee says movement is driven by local grievances and not external interests

The Independent UK

Pakistani Politician Wins Election While on UK Police Bail Over Manchester Rape Allegations

Rukhsar Ahmed, recently elected to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, faces serious allegations of child trafficking and rape in Manchester, sparking public outrage and legal challenges.

International Business Times UK

Pakistan's crackdown in PoK: How Islamabad is tightening information chokehold amid global scrutiny

Pakistan's widening crackdown in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has drawn international attention, with members of the Kashmiri diaspora, rights groups and global watchdogs raising concerns over restrictions on journalists and media freedom.

The Times of India

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Pakistan crackdown in PoK draws protests on UK streets

Unrest continues in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as a crackdown by Pakistani authorities has triggered growing anger among residents. On Wednesday, members of the British Kashmiri diaspora held a protest in UK's Bradford, expressing solidarity with the people of PoJK and backing the demands of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).

The Times of India

Pakistani authorities ban international media from reporting in most of country

Rules brought in soon after killing of dozens of protesters, news of which was reported only by overseas outlets

The Guardian - UK

What we know about the deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

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The Independent UK

Ex-Pakistan minister on UK sexual assault bail wins PoK poll: Report

A former Pakistani minister, arrested in Britain for sexual assault, has won an election in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Rukhsar Ahmed was released on police bail and subsequently re-elected to the legislative assembly. He failed to report to police as required by his bail conditions last month. Detectives are investigating allegations of…

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How an election in Pakistan-administered Kashmir descended into deadly violence

An election meant to restore stability has instead deepened a crisis over rights, representation, and state power

The Independent UK

Pakistan imposes sweeping curbs on foreign media amid poll violence in its Kashmir territory

Foreign journalists risk losing accreditation over reporting deemed ‘against ideology, sovereignty, and security of Pakistan’

The Independent UK

Elections in PoK complete 'farce': India

India on Tuesday dismissed the local body elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as a "complete farce", saying they cannot hide the reality of public protests and Pakistan's crackdown in the region.

The Economic Times

'15-year-olds shot, only asked for basic rights': Inside the deadly PoK crackdown

Teenagers as young as 15 have been among those killed or seriously injured in a sweeping crackdown on protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to a report by the BBC based on the accounts of residents, doctors and families from the protest hub of Rawalakot. The demonstrations in Rawalakot by…

The Times of India

‘Cockroaches’ and crackdowns: Can Pakistan’s Gen Z storm the barricades?

Just look at what is happening in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. People have taken to the streets over bread-and-butter issues and local election grievances. At least 40 protesters have died this week alone. To add insult to injury, Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif has described these protesters as “enemies” like India and…

The Times of India

PoK's 'Azadi' protests turn Pakistan's Kashmir narrative on its head

Pakistani forces brutally suppressed peaceful protests in Azad Kashmir against electoral malpractices. The Joint Awami Action Committee continues its march despite significant casualties and an internet shutdown. Pakistan's defense minister blames India for the ongoing unrest and protests. The protests challenge Pakistan's stance on self-determination for Jammu and Kashmir. These…

The Economic Times

The enduring legacy of Kashmir’s poet-saints who built bridges between faiths

Kashmir remains one of the world’s most contentious geopolitical flash points. In April 2025, India and Pakistan, two nuclear-armed countries that share a tense border, came dangerously close to a major confrontation after militants attacked Indian tourists near the popular resort town of Pahalgam in Indian Kashmir. Against this backdrop,…

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The Times of India

'Frustration of their failure': Ex-envoy Vidya Bhushan Soni slams Pakistan over PoK unrest

Unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir highlights public frustration with economic challenges. Former Indian envoy Vidya Bhushan Soni noted Pakistan's failed international mediation attempts. Groups like Baloch and PoK residents are pressuring Islamabad due to its difficult position. Pakistan's focus remains international rather than addressing its own citizens' needs. The situation in…

The Times of India

Security forces’ crackdown, civil unrest continue in POK, 20 dead

Unrest and violence persist in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as security forces crack down. Protesters faced lethal force during a long march, resulting in civilian casualties. Amnesty International USA condemned the authorities' history of unlawful violence against demonstrators. Communication blackouts and service suspensions continue across the region. Declining public confidence suggests further…

The Economic Times

'How many times do I have to explain this to you?': MEA Fact Check uses viral meme to reaffirm J&K, Ladakh as integral parts of India

The Ministry of External Affairs used a meme to counter misinformation in J&K. India reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of the nation. Pakistan's electoral exercise in the region was called cosmetic and an attempt to hide violations. Protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir highlight economic…

The Times of India

'Illegally occupied': Indian Embassy in US slams foreign media for misleading headline over PoK killings

The Indian Embassy criticized The New York Times for its inaccurate reporting. The embassy stated Pakistan illegally occupies parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Violent clashes have occurred in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir since early June. Protests are ongoing over regional legislative assembly seats and alleged manipulation. India attributes these protests to Pakistan's…

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The Economic Times

No Pakistani Kashmir, only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir: Indian Embassy in US

The Indian Embassy in the US stated there is no Pakistani Kashmir. It corrected a New York Times headline calling it Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The embassy affirmed Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. Pakistan has illegally occupied parts of these territories and oppresses its people. Recent clashes…

The Economic Times

Pakistan's decades-old Kashmir story starts coming apart in PoK

Protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir challenge Islamabad's long-held narrative. Pakistani forces faced accusations of killing dozens of demonstrators during recent unrest. The defense minister's remarks equating protesters with India caused significant rhetorical strain. Changes in Jammu and Kashmir contrast with the ongoing crisis in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Diaspora protests in Britain also…

The Independent UK

Dozens killed as police ‘open fire’ on protesters amid election unrest in Kashmir

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The Guardian - UK

Pakistan accused of fatally shooting 30 unarmed protesters in Kashmir

Local civil rights group alleges authorities removed evidence of killings amid communications blackout

The Times of India

Kashmiri activists protest outside Pakistan consulate in UK over PoK killings

Kashmiri activists staged a protest outside the Pakistan Consulate in UK's Bradford on Tuesday, condemning what they described as atrocities by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and demanding justice for civilians reportedly killed during recent demonstrations.

The Independent UK

Protesters killed in Kashmir as elections erupt into violence

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The Independent UK

At least 30 killed as start of crucial election in Pakistan-administered Kashmir marred by violence

Security forces allegedly open fire at protesters in Rawalakot as supporters of a banned civil rights group try to march towards regional capital

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