MIRPUR PROTESTS
Bangladesh deploys additional paramilitary forces as garment workers' protests continue
Protests by garment workers in Bangladesh have persisted for five days due to demands for higher wages. Authorities have deployed additional paramilitary forces to manage the ongoing unrest in various industrial areas. BNP activists are actively attempting to maintain order while claiming infiltrators from the disbanded Awami League are causing chaos. A special tribunal has established a Wage Board to address worker concerns regarding compensation.
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 rape and child trafficking from the early 1990s.
PoK elections: Amnesty condemns crackdown in Rawalakot as CPJ raises alarm over journalist disappearances, communications blackout
Global watchdogs condemn escalating state violence and press restrictions in Rawalakot. Amnesty International and CPJ Asia demand an end to the crackdown. They highlight enforced disappearances of journalists and widespread internet shutdowns. Reports indicate significant casualties during ongoing protest movements.
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 demonstrations highlight deep resentment against elite capture within Pakistan Occupied Kashmir.
'How many times do I have to explain this to you?': MEA Fact Check uses viral South Park 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 exploitation and rights denial.
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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.
Pakistani rangers open fire on protesters in PoJK, several casualties reported
The protests, led by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC), have resulted in over half a dozen casualties and several serious injuries in the past three days, according to the sources.
Shakib Al Hasan suspended from bowling in ECB competitions
Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladeshi all-rounder, has been suspended from bowling in ECB-organised competitions due to an illegal bowling action. An independent assessment revealed his elbow extension exceeded the permitted limit.
Bangladesh court orders report submission by November 28 in murder case against exiled ex-PM Hasina
A Bangladesh court has instructed authorities to submit an investigation report by November 28 in a murder case against former premier Sheikh Hasina and 23 others linked to the death of an 18-year-old student during mass protests. Hasina faces 225 charges, including murder and crimes against humanity.
Shakib Al Hasan says not returning to Bangladesh over 'security issue'
Retiring ex-captain Shakib Al Hasan cites a security issue for not returning to Bangladesh, potentially missing his final match. Shakib, a former lawmaker from ousted leader Sheikh Hasina's party, faces public anger and advised by the sports ministry to avoid unwanted incidents.
Bangladeshis spend sleepless night amid fears of robbery and looting
In Bangladesh, residents have formed neighborhood watch groups due to increased crime and insecurity after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted. The interim government led by Muhammad Yunus is preparing to take oath, while recent robberies and cash shortages have heightened fears, prompting residents to patrol their communities for safety.
Where is Sheikh Hasina now? Watch viral video of former PM fleeing in helicopter
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina reportedly resigned and left Bangladesh amid extensive protests against her government, which resulted in over 106 deaths. The protests were triggered by a disputed quota system for government jobs. The army chief is expected to address the nation, and internet services, previously shut down, have been restored.
Sheikh Hasina reportedly leaving for London
Sheikh Hasina has stepped down from her role as Prime Minister of Bangladesh amid significant anti-government protests. Reports indicate that she has left the country and is en route to London.
Shiekh Hasina resigns as Bangladesh PM, interim government to take charge, says Army Chief
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh resigned amid widespread violence. Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman announced an interim government would take charge and called for peace. Protesters took over the prime minister’s official residence and vandalized the home of Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal in Dhaka, marking intensified unrest in the country.
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.
One police officer killed, over 100 injured in clashes during protest in PoK
The JAAC, which has traders at the forefront in most parts of the state, has been seeking the provision of electricity as per hydropower generation cost in the region, subsidised wheat flour and an end to the privileges of the elite class. The regional government has called in the Rangers and a heavy contingent of policemen to stop the massive protests.
Military rangers deployed as dissent grows in PoJK
Pakistan military rangers deployed in PoJK by AAC to control protests resulting in casualties. Mobile services disrupted. AAC leaders condemned violence and supported peaceful protests. President Sahabzada Waqas emphasized peaceful demonstrations. Naqvi addressed legitimate demands of protestors.
India registers 'strong protest' against visit by British envoy to PoK, calls it "infringement of sovereignty"
Terming the visit by the British High Commissioner in Islamabad, Jane Marriott, to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as "highly objectionable", India has registered a 'strong protest' with the British High Commissioner in India.
Pakistan: Protestors call for ouster of Afghans from Sindh
Several violent incidents were reported in the province on Thursday. Several political parties, including JI, MQM-Pakistan, Awami National Party, and nationalist leaders Jalal Mehmood Shah and Ayaz Latif Palijo issued statements, urging both Sindhis and Pashtuns -- the two groups at the heart of these tensions -- to demonstrate restraint.
Presence of Pak teams in Bangladesh has civil society up in arms
The presence of Pakistan cricket and hockey teams on Bangladeshi soil has pitted the country’s civil society with a Minister as well as senior officials with key intellectuals demanding removal of these figures for diluting 50 years of creation of the country that was achieved through the defeat of Pakistan Army.
Pakistan army forcibly moving coronavirus positive patients to PoK and Gilgit
Amid strong protests by locals, the Pakistan army has started to move coronavirus positive patients from Punjab province to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit Baltistan - the two most marginalised areas under Pakistani occupation.
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.
RSS organ calls for freeing PoK from Pakistan
After Pakistan failed to elicit a response at UN on Kashmir, RSS organ 'Organiser' has said freeing Pak-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from its illegal occupation is the only solution to end this issue.
Bangladesh on alert after top Jamaat leader's execution
: Bangladesh was today put on alert fearing a possible backlash to the execution of top Jamaat-e- Islami leader Muhammad Quamaruzzaman
Khaleda Zia vows to continue anti-government protests; death toll exceeds 60
Zia vowed to continue nationwide anti-government protests, even as four more people were killed in month- long political violence raising death toll to over 60.
Hafiz Mohammad Saeed leads prayer for executed Bangladesh Jamaat leader
A large number of JuD activists gathered in Multan district, 350 km from Lahore, for the funeral prayer.
Missing witness in Bodh Gaya blasts returns home
One of the witnesses in Bodh Gaya blasts, who was reported missing by National Investigating Agency (NIA) on October 30, returned to his home.
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