18 Police Officers Dismissed Over Skardu Unrest Following Iran Leader’s Assassination (4/1/2026) - GILGIT: In a significant disciplinary move, the Gilgit‑Baltistan Police have dismissed 18 officers and personnel following their handling of violent protests in Skardu on 1 March 2026, triggered by international developments earlier that day. The dismissed include one inspector, two sub‑inspectors, head constables, and constables. The orders were issued by the Regional Police Officer, Baltistan …
Survival Amid Fear as Chipurson Endures Months of Earthquakes (4/1/2026) - I felt like I saw death from very near, even though it was only a few days’ trip to the Chipurson Valley. Last week, I visited Chipurson, my hometown, for two days but got stuck there for five days. Chipurson is the last valley of Gojal, bordering Afghanistan through the Wakhan Corridor. For the past …
PAKISTAN READY TO HOST U.S.-IRAN TALKS IN ISLAMABAD (3/29/2026) - ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has stepped up its diplomatic push to mediate between the United States and Iran, with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar confirming that Islamabad is ready to host and facilitate talks between the two sides. Speaking at the conclusion of a four-country foreign ministers’ meeting in Islamabad, Dar said both Washington …
Khunjerab Tourism Corridor: A Game Changer for Pakistan’s Economy (3/28/2026) - By Nazim Ullah Baig Pakistan is at a point where it needs practical and timely decisions to open up new economic opportunities. One idea that deserves serious attention is the development of the Khunjerab Tourism Corridor. If handled properly, it could bring significant economic activity and give a much-needed boost to the tourism sector. Pakistan …
Six Shocks, One Morning: Gilgit-Baltistan Experiences Multiple Earthquakes (3/27/2026) - GILGIT: A series of earthquakes struck parts of Gilgit-Baltistan early Friday morning, with tremors beginning at approximately 2:03 AM, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and the Geological Survey of Pakistan (GSP). The quakes ranged in magnitude from 4.2 to 5.5 on the Richter scale and occurred at depths between 12 and 30 kilometers. …
Pakistan Leadership Huddles on Oil Crisis, Inflation & Security as Economic Pressures Mount (3/26/2026) - ISLAMABAD: The Presidency on Thursday issued a statement following a high-level consultative meeting chaired by Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr, focusing on the country’s evolving economic and energy situation amid global oil supply constraints, rising petroleum prices, and shifting regional security dynamics. According to the statement, the meeting was attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif …
Towards a Healthier Gilgit-Baltistan: Addressing Diet and Nutrition Challenges (3/24/2026) - By Zeeshan Ahmad Verily, access to food is a fundamental human right; without healthy food intake, no society can flourish, neither mentally nor physically. Malnutrition is a phenomenon where a person gets either too few or too many nutrients than the required standard. If we look at the world, then it becomes evident that there …
Caretaker CM of Gilgit-Baltistan Urges Immediate Spectrum Auction for 5G Rollout (3/24/2026) - ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan, Justice (Retd.) Yar Muhammad, has urged the federal government to immediately conduct a spectrum auction to enable the launch of 5G services in the region, calling it critical for improving digital connectivity. He said weak internet infrastructure is causing significant challenges for residents and tourists alike, stressing that high-speed internet …
Tourism operators urge Pakistan to open China border to boost Gilgit-Baltistan economy (3/24/2026) - ISLAMABAD: A proposal to open the Pakistan–China land border for tourism is gaining traction among industry stakeholders, who say the move could expand cross-border travel and support economic activity in Gilgit-Baltistan. The proposal was discussed at a meeting between the Hunza Chamber of Small Traders and Small Industries and the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation Managing …Like this:
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