Kashmir

Pakistan celebrated its Independence Day with fireworks in Islamabad as jubilant crowds poured into public spaces. During official events, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed concerns regarding India, stating that while Pakistan wants peace, any threats to sovereignty would draw a strong response. He also criticized India for suspending the World Bank-brokered water sharing treaty for the Indus River system.

Deadly protests have taken place in Kashmir, an event described as testing Pakistan’s government. The unrest has resulted in dozens of casualties, marking the worst violence in the region in decades.

Deadly protests have occurred in Kashmir, putting test on Pakistan’s military rulers. The violence is described as the worst seen in the region in decades, resulting in dozens of fatalities.

Pakistani forces have blockaded Kashmir amid growing unrest as protesters demand electoral reforms and increasingly call for revolution. The security crackdown in the region has intensified the reform movement.

Pakistan commemorated Youm-i-Istehsal, marking the 2019 revocation of Kashmir's special autonomy by India. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan's support for Kashmiri self-determination, condemning India's 'illegal' actions and calling for a peaceful resolution to the dispute to achieve lasting regional peace.

BJP criticizes the Opposition over remarks on Kashmir and protests at Jantar Mantar. The party's representative, Mr. Rao, accused the Congress of corruption and centralized decision-making during the UPA-I and UPA-II governments.

A study by the Government Medical College, Srinagar, found that 30.38% of pellet gun victims with eye injuries reported depression, 16.92% had adjustment disorder, 13.08% experienced panic disorder, and 10.77% developed post-traumatic stress disorder.

Officials in Pakistan-administered Kashmir accused the outlawed Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) and militants from the Pakistani Taliban of attempting to sabotage regional elections. Violence erupted during protests, resulting in a paramilitary officer's death and injuries, with claims of armed militants using civilians as shields. The election, held in phases through August 10, faced low voter turnout amid ongoing unrest.

39 Amarnath pilgrims were injured in a road accident in Kashmir when a bus carrying them skidded off the road and fell into a low-lying area near the S-Mode area of Ganiwan in the Gund area of Ganderbal.

90% of 5000 hotels built in 6 years are illegal in Kashmir, according to J&K L-G Manoj Sinha, who also highlighted overpricing by Kashmir hotels.

The election in Pakistan's Kashmir is heavily influenced by 12 disputed seats, with the fight over refugee representation raising questions about democracy, autonomy, and political power.

Kashmiris describe India's rule as settler-colonialism, citing military occupation, human rights abuses, and demographic changes. Scholars like Hafsa Kanjwal and Ather Zia analyze India's control through colonial frameworks, while journalist Azad Essa links it to India-Israel geopolitical ties and Islamophobia.

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar announced the arrest of a digital marketing professional accused of spreading anti-state content online in exchange for Indian funding. The suspect allegedly used bot farms to promote sectarian violence and anti-army narratives, with WhatsApp chats and transactions linking him to Indian operators. The government claims irrefutable evidence of ties between the arrested individual and the proscribed Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), which it accuses of harming the Kashmir cause.

Home Minister Amit Shah visited the family of a slain policeman in Kashmir and pledged support for the victim’s son’s studies. The visit occurred alongside BJP leader Sunil Sharma in Budgam’s Beerwah area.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar highlighted the Kashmir dispute and India's threats to Pakistan's water share as global challenges threatening peace during a speech at the ASEAN Regional Forum. He also addressed the US-Iran conflict and Pakistan's efforts to facilitate a ceasefire, urging international support for peaceful resolutions.

Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj have been released on bail after years of imprisonment on allegations of financing terrorism in Indian-controlled Kashmir. Their release comes under tight curbs, as noted in the title.

India criticized Pakistan at the UN Security Council after Islamabad 'misused' a discussion to push a 'false narrative.' India reiterated that Kashmir is an 'integral, inalienable part' of the country.

Indian authorities in the disputed region of Kashmir are auditing school, college, and public libraries to identify books containing 'anti-national' or 'objectionable' material. The initiative focuses on vetting educational and public resources for content deemed politically sensitive.

A judge issued a death certificate for Junaid Rashid's father, confirming his death after years of searches and legal battles. The case highlights unresolved issues in Kashmir.

Kashmir’s July 13 Martyrs’ Day commemorates the 1931 mass shooting in Srinagar, an event that reshaped the region’s political history. The day is marked as a symbol of resistance and sacrifice in the Valley.

A fresh batch of 7,754 Amarnath pilgrims departed Jammu for Kashmir amid tight security. Since the yatra began on July 2, a total of 87,701 pilgrims have left the Jammu base camp.

Kashmir universities are removing 'objectionable' books, prompting concerns about self-censorship and state interference from political leaders, scholars, and professors. The move follows the circulation of a book profiling Kashmiri separatist leaders in J&K schools under the Samagra Shiksha scheme.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet against six separatist leaders in a 1996 Kashmir mob violence case. The charges include criminal conspiracy, attempt to murder, rioting, and assault on public servants under the Ranbir Penal Code and Section 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

Pakistan's diplomatic role in de-escalating US-Iran tensions has boosted its international standing, prompting calls for a strategic lawfare approach to address the Kashmir issue. The article advocates using international legal mechanisms, such as the UN Charter's Article 96, to shift global perceptions and pressure India over Kashmir's unresolved status.

The Bollywood film 'Chauhaan' has drawn criticism for trivializing the suffering of Kashmiri victims maimed by Indian forces' use of pellet guns, which have caused severe injuries and mass blindings. Survivors like Inam Ahmad, who lost 80% of his eyesight, describe ongoing physical and emotional trauma, while rights advocates accuse Bollywood of sanitizing state violence in Kashmir.

Businessman Mubeen Shah’s property in Srinagar was attached under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). He was among traders from Kashmir arrested on August 4, 2019, and later released by the court.

Over 100 individuals from India and Pakistan have signed an open letter addressed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif, calling for dialogue on Kashmir and the resumption of bilateral ties. The initiative was led by O.P. Shah, chairman of the Centre for Peace and Progress.

Multi-agency mock drills focusing on suicide attacks and calamities were conducted in Kashmir to assess emergency preparedness and response mechanisms ahead of the Amarnath Yatra starting on July 3.

Kashmir's lakes, including Dal Lake, face threats from pollution, invasive species, and climate-driven water level declines. Government workers struggle to manage weeds and polluted water, while encroachment by farmland and homes accelerates lake degradation. An Indian government report reveals 315 lakes have disappeared and 203 have shrunk since 1967.

The swearing-in of Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Advocate Amjad Hussain was postponed due to the unavailability of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, who is attending the funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The CM-elect highlighted the need for federal funds to address the climate crisis and proposed provisional provincial status for GB to counter the Modi government's revocation of Kashmir's special status.

A civil society group has proposed a water security commission to address concerns over shrinking waterbodies in Kashmir. The group warns that the Centre's approval to fell nearly 2.8 million trees and large-scale infrastructure projects in hill regions could destabilize fragile mountain ecosystems.

Mehbooba Mufti attended a Pandit ceremony in Kashmir aimed at mending community bonds. Displaced Pandit groups are considering returning due to improved security and reduced militant recruitment.

Shashi Tharoor clarified that a parliamentary panel visit to Kashmir was not aimed at assessing the region's situation, stating discussions focused on progress toward normalcy. He highlighted positive outreach efforts, including a conversation with the President of the Kashmiri Writers' Association and the Women's Organisation.

India has rejected remarks made by Pakistan President Zardari on Kashmir. A statement by Jaiswal accused Pakistan of a history of targeting and victimizing minorities across various faiths.

J&K L-G Manoj Sinha has dismissed employees over 'terror links' in Kashmir following the 2020 amendment to Article 311, which eliminated the need for departmental inquiries before termination. Around 86 employees have been terminated under these new rules.

A Pakistan military helicopter crashed in Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of all individuals on board. Heavy security has been deployed in Muzaffarabad due to ongoing protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Kashmir remains in an uneasy calm with hopes for true integration hindered by New Delhi's approach of treating the region as a security issue to manage.

A suicide blast targeting a passenger train in Quetta, Pakistan, killed at least 23 people and injured 70 others. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility, stating the attack targeted a train carrying security personnel. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack, while Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti accused India of supporting the group through proxies.

India-administered Kashmir has launched a campaign to combat youth drug addiction. The initiative aims to address the growing concern of drug abuse among young people in the region. The campaign's goal is to raise awareness and provide support to those affected.

Two Kashmir brothers were killed 26 years apart, one by rebels and the other by the army, symbolizing the region's prolonged conflict and unresolved tensions. The family continues to seek answers amid decades of tragedy.