3 years, 11 months ago

Pakistan PM: We would give Kashmiris ‘right to independence’

Addressing thousands, PM Khan said he is willing to allow Kashmiris the full right to self-determination even if they vote to stay with Pakistan. Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has pledged to allow the people of Kashmir the right to independence if residents of the disputed Himalayan territory were to vote for joining Pakistan in a United Nations-mandated plebiscite that has been delayed for decades. Addressing thousands at a Kashmir Solidarity Day rally in the Pakistan-administered Kashmir town of Kotli on Friday, Khan asserted he was willing to allow citizens of the territory the full right to self-determination. — Imran Khan February 5, 2021 Many restrictions on Kashmiris’ movement and communication remain in place in Indian-administered Kashmir, where an armed separatist movement has been fighting Indian forces since the 1990s. Kashmir Day rallies Rallies in solidarity with Kashmiris were also held across Pakistan, with at least 16 people wounded in a hand grenade attack on one such gathering in the southwestern province of Balochistan.

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

India's Ambitious Stance on Pakistan's Role in Kashmir: A Crucial Moment in Indo-Pak Relations

ABP News

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has stated that resolving the issue of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) is now paramount in the context of India-Pakistan relations. He emphasized that Pakistan's policy of cross-border terrorism will never succeed and that it will face consequences for its actions. Jaishankar further clarified India's position, stating that they will not tolerate Pakistan's involvement in terrorism and …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Residents in India-controlled Kashmir vote in the second phase of polls surrounded by heavy security

The Independent

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1 year, 1 month ago

‘Clear threat’: Kashmiris on India top court upholding removal of autonomy

Al Jazeera

For the residents, fears of demographic change triggered by Modi government’s 2019 move are slowly becoming a reality. People in Indian-administered Kashmir have reacted with fear and anger to a Supreme Court judgement upholding the government’s decision to remove the partial autonomy of India’s only Muslim-majority region. “There’s now a clear threat to the people in Kashmir,” Irshad Ahmad, a …

1 year, 5 months ago

Kashmir leader says the region lacks democracy and asks India to restore its special status

Associated Press

NEW DELHI — Kashmir’s top pro-India politician had a stark message Friday — the eve of the fourth anniversary since India revoked the disputed region’s special status, throwing the Himalayan territory into political chaos: “Democracy stops where the boundaries of Jammu and Kashmir begin.” In an interview with The Associated Press, Omar Abdullah said India’s 2019 decision to strip the …

1 year, 5 months ago

Kashmir leader says the region lacks democracy and asks India to restore its special status

The Independent

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1 year, 9 months ago

World does not need lessons on democracy and human rights from Pakistan: India at UNHRC

India Today

India on Thursday said the world does not need lessons on democracy and human rights from Pakistan, whose contribution as a leading exporter of terror and violence is unparalleled and where terrorists thrive and roam its streets with impunity. Exercising India's Right of Reply at the 52nd Session of Human Rights Council General Debate, Under Secretary Dr PR Thulasidass also …

1 year, 10 months ago

'Put own house in order': India's stern message to Pakistan at UN

Hindustan Times

India on Wednesday delivered a stern message to Pakistan from the platform of the United Nations as it said the neighbouring country must put its own house in order before accusing India of human rights violation. Speaking at the UN session on human rights, ministry of external affairs under secretary Jagpreet Kaur said Pakistan's focus has been preaching to the …

1 year, 10 months ago

India slams Pakistan foriegn minister Bilawal for raking up Kashmir at UNSC debate

Hindustan Times

India tore into Pakistan after its foreign minister raised the issue of Jammu and Kashmir at a Security Council debate on women, peace and security, saying it is “unworthy” to even respond to such “malicious and false propaganda”. Responding to Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s remarks on Jammu and Kashmir, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj …

1 year, 10 months ago

India slams Pak foriegn minister Bilawal for raking up Kashmir at UNSC debate

Deccan Chronicle

United Nations: India tore into Pakistan after its foreign minister raised the issue of Jammu and Kashmir at a Security Council debate on women, peace and security, saying it is Â“unworthyÂ” to even respond to such Â“malicious and false propagandaÂ”. Responding to Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's remarks on Jammu and Kashmir, India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador …

1 year, 11 months ago

Pakistan PM seeks India talks on ‘burning issues such as Kashmir’

Al Jazeera

Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for talks with India to discuss “burning issues such as Kashmir” while asking the United Arab Emirates to play a role in resolving the differences between the two neighbours. Terming the UAE a “brotherly country” while on a visit there last week, Sharif, in an interview with Al Arabiya aired …

2 years, 3 months ago

India abstains from UN vote on Uighur Muslims, gives relief to China

Firstpost

The motion brought by US, Britain and Canada at the UN got 17 votes in favor and 19 against while 11 countries did not take part in the UNHRC vote New York: The efforts of the US and Western countries to bring a resolution against China on the situation of Uighur Muslims in the United Nations Human Rights Council suffered …

2 years, 3 months ago

Why India Needs to Garner International Support Against Pakistan’s Game Plan in Kashmir - News18

News 18

As expected, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif raked up the Kashmir issue in his debut speech at the 77th session of United Nations General Assembly, contending that abrogation of Article 370 by New Delhi was “illegal”. Prior to Sharif’s UNGA address, Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had also raised the Kashmir issue in New York. Exercising the right of …

2 years, 4 months ago

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif expresses desire for peaceful ties with India, Kashmir issue resolution

India TV News

Highlights Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his desire for peaceful relations with India Sharif also urged the international community to play a "facilitative role" Sharif expressed views during meeting with newly-appointed Australian High Commissioner to Pak Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his desire for peaceful relations with India based on the principles of "equity, justice and mutual …

2 years, 7 months ago

‘Pakistan is targeting Hindus in Kashmir’

The Hindu

Nirmal Singh, former Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, blamed Pakistan for the ongoing assault on Kashmiri Pandits and other non-locals living in the Valley, terming its actions as a desperate attempt to keep the proxy war with India going. Speaking to Frontline, the BJP leader said that the youths of Kashmir were inclined towards being a part of …

2 years, 9 months ago

Imran Khan says unhappy with Pak SC order, calls for Sunday protests

Hindustan Times

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said he was disappointed with the Supreme Court's ruling even though he accepted it. A day ago, the Supreme Court set aside in a unanimous verdict the ruling of the National Assembly Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri in which he had dismissed the no-trust motion against the premier. Khan said he would never support an imported …

2 years, 11 months ago

Outstanding issues, including Kashmir, should be resolved through dialogue: Pak PM ahead of China visit

India Today

Ahead of his visit to China, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that for "enduring peace" in South Asia it is essential that a "strategic balance" is maintained in the region and all "outstanding issues" like border questions and the Kashmir issue be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy and according to norms of international law. “It is our common …

3 years, 3 months ago

UN remain 'hopeful' of India-Pakistan dialogue despite war of words between two countries

Firstpost

India slammed Pakistan at the UN after Prime Minister Imran Khan raked up the issue of Jammu and Kashmir in his address to the 76th UN General Assembly session on Friday. United Nations: Despite the “tone and the content of the strong remarks made by India and Pakistan against each other during the UN General Assembly session, we always remain …

3 years, 3 months ago

'J&K, Ladakh Will Always be Our Part': India's Strong Reply to Imran at UN, Slams Pak Over Terrorism

News 18

Exercising its right of reply on Imran Khan’s statements on Kashmir at the UN, India on Saturday said on the world forum that Pakistan has an established history and policy of harbouring, aiding and actively supporting terrorists. It further stressed that the entire union territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, “were, are and will always be an integral and …

3 years, 3 months ago

At UNGA, India to use its right to reply in response to Imran Khan's references on Kashmir

India TV News

India will be using its right to reply in response to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's references on the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir during his speech at UNGA. Asserting that Pakistan desires peace with India, Khan, however, said sustainable peace in South Asia is contingent upon the resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. Asserting that the destabilized …

3 years, 5 months ago

'Can Decide to Join Country or be Independent': Imran Khan's New Offer for Kashmir

News 18

Departing from Pakistan's declared policy on Kashmir, Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said that Islamabad would let the people of Kashmir decide if they want to join Pakistan or become an "independent state". Addressing an election rally in Tarar Khal area of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir ahead of the polls on July 25, Khan also rejected claims by a leading Opposition …

3 years, 6 months ago

Kashmir’s status quo is fragile, PM’s all-party meet key to stopping a dangerous drift

Firstpost

Although killings of terrorists have also been high — 174 ethnic-Kashmiri jihadists were shot last year, up from just 34 in 2016 — levels of violence remain higher than in the five years before the 2016 uprising, data from the South Asia Terrorism Portal shows The leaflet was glued onto the signboard that welcomes students into the Government Boys High …

3 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan will oppose any move by India to 'divide Kashmir' and change its demography, says Shah Mahmood Qureshi

Firstpost

Pakistan’s statement came on a day the Centre invited 14 political leaders from Jammu and Kashmir to participate in a meeting to be chaired by Narendra Modi on 24 June Islamabad: Pakistan said on Saturday that it would oppose any move by India to divide Kashmir and change its demography. Pakistan’s Foreign Office said in a statement that Foreign Minister …

3 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan would oppose any move by India to divide Kashmir, change demography, says Qureshi

India Today

Pakistan said on Saturday that it would oppose any move by India to divide Kashmir and change its demography. Pakistan's Foreign Office said in a statement that Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has stated that India must refrain from taking any further illegal steps in Kashmir after its actions of August 5, 2019. The Pakistani statement came on a day …

3 years, 7 months ago

'Major Betrayal To Kashmiris': Pakistan Prime Minister On Normalising Relations With India

ABP News

New Delhi: While speculations were rife that the relationship between India and neighboring Pakistan will improve as both the countries have been battling with the brutal Covid wave and have been extending a helping hand but Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Sunday that bilateral ties with India cannot return to normal under the present circumstances. Pakistan PM said, …

3 years, 7 months ago

Pakistan would hold talks with India if New Delhi restores Kashmir's pre-Aug 2019 status: Imran Khan

India TV News

Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Sunday that Pakistan would hold talks with India if New Delhi restores the pre-August 5, 2019 status of Jammu and Kashmir. "If Pakistan revives its relations with India, it will be similar to turning our back on the Kashmiris,” Khan said during a live questions and answers session with the people. Khan said that …

3 years, 9 months ago

Pak PM Imran Khan says no normal relations unless India retracts Article 370 revocation in Kashmir

India Today

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Sunday during a live interaction that until and unless India retracts its "actions leading up to the revocation of Article 370” in Kashmir, the relationship between the two neighbouring countries cannot be normalised, according to Pakistani news channel PTV News. “Unless and until India does not retract its actions leading up to the …

3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan, India peace move silences deadly Kashmir frontier

Associated Press

SRINAGAR, India — The machine guns peeking over parapets of small, sandbagged concrete bunkers and the heavy artillery cannons dug deep into Himalayan Kashmir’s rugged terrain have fallen silent. “If Pakistan is indeed looking to move toward a new regional role, embracing geopolitics, reducing tensions with India is a must, and if India is going to pivot to deal with …

3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan cancels decision about allowing trade with India

Associated Press

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s Cabinet on Thursday canceled a decision announced the previous day ago about allowing the resumption of partial trade with nuclear-rival neighboring India, the foreign minister said. The cancellation followed criticism by Pakistan’s opposition parties, which denounced Wednesday’s lifting of a two-year-old ban on the import of cotton and sugar from India, saying the government had acted without …

3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan PM to India PM: We too want peaceful relations

Associated Press

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s prime minister has responded to a recent peace overture from his Indian counterpart, writing in a letter to Narendra Modi that Islamabad also desires peaceful relations with New Delhi, officials said Tuesday. Imran Khan’s letter was dispatched to Modi a day ago, according to two government officials who spoke on condition of anonymity in line with government …

3 years, 9 months ago

Peace With Pakistan Will Give India Direct Access to Central Asia, Says Imran Khan

News 18

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said India will be benefitted economically by having peace with his country as it will be able to directly access resource-rich Central Asia through it. Khan dwelt at length on the issue of peace in the region, including peace between Pakistan and India, saying "the unresolved Kashmir issue was the biggest hurdle between …

3 years, 10 months ago

UN experts: Loss of Kashmir autonomy undermining minority rights

Al Jazeera

Srinagar, Indian-administered Kashmir – United Nations human rights experts have expressed concern over India’s decision to strip Kashmir’s limited autonomy in 2019 and the subsequent passing of new laws, which they warned “could curtail the previous level of political participation of Muslims and other minorities”. “The loss of autonomy and the imposition of direct rule by the Government in New …

4 years, 2 months ago

Pakistani PM angers India with plan to change Kashmir status

Associated Press

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s prime minister has rekindled controversy with archrival India this week by pledging to make part of the Pakistani-administered Himalayan region of Kashmir officially part his country. Imran Khan’s pledge to declare the area of Gilgit-Baltistan — which is part of the Pakistani-ruled Kashmir — the fifth province of Pakistan promptly angered neighboring India, which itself last year …

4 years, 3 months ago

Terrorism, ethnic cleansing are Pakistan's only glory in 70 years: India at UN

India Today

Hours after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan raised the Kashmir issue in the 75th United Nations General Assembly on Friday, India reiterated that the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is an "integral and inalienable" part of India. Promptly responding to Imran Khan's comments as the Pakistan prime minister raised the Kashmir issue at the UNGA, India termed the speech …

4 years, 5 months ago

UN discusses Kashmir for 3rd time since India ends statehood

Associated Press

UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. Security Council discussed disputed Kashmir at Pakistan’s request Wednesday for the third time since India’s Hindu nationalist government decided to end the Muslim-majority region’s semi-autonomy a year ago. Nonetheless, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said afterward that holding the meeting signified “that Jammu and Kashmir is an international dispute firmly on the agenda of …

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4 years, 5 months ago

India rejects Pakistan\'s new political map

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Hours after Pakistan unveiled a new political map that laid claim to Indian territory in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh union territories as well as parts of the Indian state of Gujarat, India rejected it and termed it “an exercise in political absurdity”, adding that these “ridiculous assertions have neither legal validity nor international credibility”. Recently, India’s Himalayan …

4 years, 11 months ago

No plebiscite on Jammu and Kashmir, says Centre

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Ruling out plebiscite to determine the status of Jammu and Kashmir since the state is an integral part of India, the Centre on Thursday told the Supreme Court that British wanted J&K should go to Pakistan and not remain with India. “The question of plebiscite does not arise as J&K Constitution says that the state is an integral …

5 years ago

In letter to UN, Pakistan says India placing missiles in Kashmir

Al Jazeera

Pakistan’s foreign minister says he fears India plans to attack Pakistan to divert global attention from Kashmir. Pakistan‘s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has written to the United Nations, warning the world body of what he says are actions by New Delhi to position missile launchers in Indian-administered Kashmir, according to a statement released by Pakistan’s foreign ministry on Thursday. …

5 years, 1 month ago

Post Article 370, Pakistan facing policy crises on Kashmir; creating unrest in Valley to internationalise issue Islamabad's last arrow

Firstpost

Pakistan wants to do something spectacular to pump oxygen into the Kashmir issue that is fast becoming redundant due to fatigue and, also, losing legitimacy, with its sharp turn towards Islamic State-styled caliphate jihadism New Delhi’s Kashmir move dealt a massive blow to Pakistan’s sabotage-machinery-strategy, key actors, and the long-term plans. Hence, it wants to do something spectacular to pump …

5 years, 2 months ago

Calls for jihad in Kashmir against Kashmiris’ cause, Pak. interest: Imran Khan

The Hindu

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Sunday that calls for jihad against the Indian forces and providing support to the armed struggle in Kashmir would damage the cause of Kashmiris and are against the interest of Islamabad. In a short video message shown on the state-run Pakistan Television as people in Pakistan observed Sunday as the “Black Day” in …

5 years, 3 months ago

Ahead of Modi-Xi meet, China snubs Pakistan over Kashmir stand

Op India

In a huge setback to the terror state of Pakistan, its closest ally China on Tuesday decided to snub Pakistan after it decided to drop references to the UN Charter and Security Council resolutions on Kashmir issue and stressed that India and Pakistan should take the bilateral route to resolve all disputes. To make it worse for Pakistan, the Chinese …

5 years, 3 months ago

Pakistan PM warns of ‘bloodbath’ in Kashmir; India PM silent

Associated Press

UNITED NATIONS — Insisting he wasn’t making a threat, Pakistan’s leader denounced his Indian counterpart on Friday and warned that any war between the nuclear rivals could “have consequences for the world.” India’s prime minister took the opposite approach, skipping any mention at the United Nations of his government’s crackdown in the disputed region of Kashmir. It will have consequences …

5 years, 3 months ago

Willing to mediate on Kashmir issue if both countries want: Donald Trump to Imran Khan

India Today

US President Donald Trump on Monday told Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan that he is willing to mediate between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir situation if both countries want the same. Ahead of the one-on-one talks, the US president also told Imran Khan that "he lives in a very friendly neighbourhood" when the Pakistan prime minister said he looks …

5 years, 3 months ago

Imran Khan says he will 'forcefully present Kashmir issue like never before' in UNGA address

Firstpost

Pakistan on Friday said that Prime Minister Imran Khan will raise the issue of human rights in Kashmir in his address to the UN General Assembly on 27 September Islamabad: Pakistan on Friday said that Prime Minister Imran Khan will raise the issue of human rights in Kashmir in his address to the UN General Assembly on 27 September. Khan …

5 years, 3 months ago

Imran Khan says he will forcefully present Kashmir issue at UNGA

Live Mint

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Wednesday that he will forcefully present the Kashmir issue like never before at the UN General Assembly session next week. Speaking after inaugurating the Torkham Terminal at Pak-Afghan border, Khan ruled out talks with India unless New Delhi lifts curfew in Kashmir and revoke the abrogation of Article 370, state-run Radio Pakistan reported. …

5 years, 3 months ago

Khan warns Pakistanis against joining anti-India fight in Kashmir

Al Jazeera

Pakistani prime minister says India is waiting for ‘any excuse’ to crack down on the Kashmiris. Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has warned citizens against joining the fight in Kashmir, saying the Indian authorities were waiting for “any excuse” to crack down on the residents in the Himalayan territory. “Second, they will point the finger and tell the whole world …

5 years, 4 months ago

At Kashmiri Pandit gathering in London, British Conservative MP says India has sovereign right on entirety of Jammu and Kashmir

Firstpost

One of Britain’s most outspoken MPs on the Kashmir issue Bob Blackman has called on Pakistan to leave Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, asserting that India has a sovereign right over the entire region. London: One of Britain’s most outspoken MPs on the Kashmir issue Bob Blackman has called on Pakistan to leave Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, asserting that India has a sovereign right over …

5 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan could lose conventional war with India: Imran Khan

Live Mint

New Delhi: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has said there was no question of talking to New Delhi after India revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, while warning about the possibility of a conventional war with India that could go beyond the subcontinent. Khan said he "absolutely" believed war with India could be a possibility, the report said. …

5 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan PM Imran Khan hits out at India over curbs in Kashmir

Live Mint

New Delhi: Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan on Friday launched a tirade against India for not lifting the month-long curbs in Kashmir, saying that New Delhi’s “oppression” of the people will drive them toward extremism. Thanks to the efforts of Pakistan, the Kashmir issue has once again figured on the United Nations Security Council agenda with the UN body holding …

5 years, 4 months ago

Imran Khan says 58 countries supported Pak on Kashmir. But UNHRC only has 47 members

India TV News

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan claimed that 58 countries had joined the country in the United Nations Human Rights Council against India's decision to abrogate Article 370 and end Jammu and Kashmir's special status. After the session, Khan tweeted, “I commend the 58 countries that joined Pakistan in Human Rights Council on 10 Sept reinforcing demands of int community for …

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Pakistan epicentre of terrorism, 80% of terrorists active in J-K are Pakistanis: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi

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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Faces Challenges Amid Political Unrest and Power Struggles with the Centre

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Pak politician's jihad call against India slammed for risking peace possibility

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With Trump looming, Pakistan braces for foreign policy challenges in 2025

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Imran Khan makes big claim: ‘Was offered to exile abroad for 3 years, but I will live and die in Pakistan’

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Pakistan amplifies anti-India propaganda ahead of Kashmir 'Self-Determination Day'

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US and UK criticize Pakistani military court convictions of civilian supporters of Imran Khan

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Imran Khan’s party holds talks with Pakistan’s government to seek former PM’s release

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Pakistan's Jailed Former PM Imran Khan Threatens Civil Disobedience Movement If Demands Not Met By Sunday

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India wants to have good relations with Pakistan, free of terror: Jaishankar in Lok Sabha

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Jaishankar repeats India's condition for good ties with Pak: Free of terrorists

India Today

India wants to have good relations with Pakistan that are free of terror but if it does not show it is changing its past behaviour, then there will be implications on bilateral ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The minister also said that trade relations had been disrupted due to certain decisions taken …

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Pakistan at the UNSC, the points of its compass

The Hindu

On January 1, 2025, Pakistan enters the United Nations Security Council as an elected non-permanent member for a two-year term — its eighth. This is true not just of Pakistan but also of countries India considers as “close friends”, even in the Global South. In retaliation, Pakistan has presented several “dossiers” to the UN Secretary General, that have fancy claims …

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Pakistan-administered Kashmir repeals protest restrictions after strike

Al Jazeera

The climbdown in the geopolitically sensitive region comes amid growing anger against the administration. Islamabad, Pakistan – After a four-day wheel-jam strike and the shutdown of markets and civic activities, the government of Pakistan-administered Kashmir has announced the withdrawal of a presidential ordinance that restricted “unregistered organisations” from holding protests without permission. Shaukat Nawaz Mir, a core member of the …

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Pakistan’s Imran Khan warns of civil disobedience amid legal woes, protests

Al Jazeera

Former PM makes new threat days after security forces cracked down on a major protest by his party and supporters. Islamabad, Pakistan – Less than two weeks after his “final call” protest in Islamabad was forcefully dispersed, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has pledged to continue his fight, threatening to launch a nationwide civil disobedience movement. The team aims …

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‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan

Firstpost

Khan frames his movement as one to restore ‘true democracy’ and ‘justice’ in Pakistan, despite his own contradictions and political alliances The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, with the rise of PTI’s populist movements, intense political polarisation, and societal rifts. The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, …

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Book Review | Should India seek ICJ verdict on Kashmir?

Deccan Chronicle

Unravelling the Kashmir Knot, Aman Hingorani’s first book published in 2016, turned out to be an eye-opener. Published in 2024, Hingorani’s third edition of the book titled Unravelling the Kashmir Knot: Past Present and Future includes a major extension that covers the period after abrogation of Article 370. The first and second editions highlight important declassified documents of British archives …

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From the Archive: The republic must affirm its resolve for world peace

Hindustan Times

The inauguration of the Republic is an occasion when the people of India should reaffirm their resolve to be a force for world peace. Along with the atomic race, there is a propaganda going on to persuade the peoples of the world that this new and deadly weapon is a friend of peace in that its terrible character will deter …

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Tejashwi Yadav says cricket team should go to Pak: If PM can have biryani...

India Today

The row over India's decision not to send the cricket team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy echoed in the political sphere, with RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav asking the government to keep politics away from sports. Yadav, a former cricketer himself, asked if Prime Minister Narendra Modi could visit Pakistan, then why can't the team go across the border for …

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Protest nation: On the state of Pakistan

The Hindu

Another shutdown of the capital city. Pakistan is witnessing circles of crises, with a prolonged showdown between the military-backed government and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the party of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. In the latest episode, PTI supporters marched towards the capital, after Mr. Khan made the “final call” for protests, demanding the release of their leader and other …

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Removal of Article 370 fulfilled ‘one country-one constitution’ resolution: Dharampal Singh

Hindustan Times

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday marked Constitution Day by emphasising the fulfilment of the ‘one country-one constitution’ resolution, following the removal of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir. A special event was held at the party’s headquarters in the state capital, where BJP state general secretary Dharampal Singh praised the landmark decision as a key step in integrating Jammu …

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US backs Imran Khan’s calls for nationwide protest, slams authorities to ‘respect human rights, freedoms’

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

US backs Imran Khan’s calls for nationwide protest, slams authorities to ‘respect human rights, freedoms’

Live Mint

The US State Department expressed support for the right of the Pakistani people to protest peacefully, urging Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and freedoms. We call on protesters to demonstrate peacefully and refrain from violence, and at the same time, we call on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms, and to ensure respect for Pakistan's laws …

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Jammu and Kashmir joins nation in celebrating Constitution Day after 74 years

India Today

For the first time in 74 years, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir officially joined the rest of the nation in celebrating Constitution Day on November 26, marking a historic milestone in the region’s political and cultural landscape. A NEW CHAPTER IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR'S HISTORY The observance of Constitution Day holds profound significance for Jammu and Kashmir. Schools, …

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Imran Khan calls for ‘fight till the end’ as Pakistan gov’t rules out talks

Al Jazeera

Tensions rise as security forces clash with protesters calling for release of imprisoned former prime minister. Islamabad, Pakistan – Imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan has urged his supporters to “fight till the end” as Pakistani authorities cracked down on protesters calling for his release. “The loss of life and economic damage over the past few days lies squarely on …

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How does Imran Khan continue to drive Pakistan's political agenda from jail?

Firstpost

Thousands of supporters of Imran Khan are marching to Pakistan’s capital of Islamabad to demand his release from jail. A key Khan aid, Ali Amin Gandapur, who is the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and is expected to lead the largest convoy into Islamabad, called on people to gather near the entrance of the city’s red zone, known as …

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Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan

India Today

November 24 saw the beginning of a political showdown between Imran Khan and Pakistan’s government. Thousands of Khan’s supporters marched on Islamabad to put pressure on the country’s weakening administration, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The protesters aimed to achieve three primary objectives: the release of Imran Khan and other detained leaders, a reversal of the alleged election fraud, …

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Pakistan govt fortifies Islamabad, as Imran Khan’s PTI gears up for Nov 24 protest

Firstpost

The Pakistan government has decided to deploy the Pakistan Rangers and Frontier Constabulary personnel ahead of planned protest by former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party on November 24. Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf: gave a call last week for a long march to press for three demands: the release of the incarcerated party founder, against the alleged “stolen mandate” during February 8 …

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Should India continue to boycott cricket in Pakistan? | Parley

The Hindu

Last Saturday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India officially communicated to the International Cricket Council its decision to not send a team for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy to be held in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9. Global cricket is returning to Pakistan for the first time in nearly three decades, and the nation had hoped …

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Punjab BJP chief opposes Centre’s move to allot land for Haryana assembly in UT

Hindustan Times

Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar on Thursday opposed the Centre’s move to allot 10 acres in the Union Territory of Chandigarh to Haryana for building its own Vidhan Sabha complex and sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s intervention to cancel it. In a post on X, Jakhar said the Centre’s move to allot the land would “emotionally hurt Punjabis as Chandigarh …

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‘Congress’s shahi parivar thinks it is born to rule India': PM Modi in Maharashtra

Hindustan Times

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hit out at the Congress, saying it has always been the mentality of the ‘shahi parivar’ that it was born to rule India. “This is the reason that after Independence, the Congress never allowed Dalits, backward classes and Adivasis to progress,” PTI quoted Modi as saying in a rally at Chimur in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur …

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Pakistan to stop playing India? PCB discusses future with government after BCCI refuses to tour Pakistan

Firstpost

All eyes are now on Pakistan government’s decision as India refused to travel to their neighbours for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Image: Reuters The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has approached the national government after India refused to travel to their neighbours for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The PCB official also added that there was no valid …

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'We love Jammu and Kashmir, they love Article 370': PM Modi slams Congress over Article 370 resolution

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2 months, 1 week ago

'We love Jammu and Kashmir, they love Article 370': PM Modi slams Congress over Article 370 resolution

Op India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asserted that democracy has strengthened in Jammu and Kashmir and said terrorism has been curbed there since Article 370 was removed. PM Modi also hit out at the ruling National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir, without taking names and said, “…We love Jammu and Kashmir, they love Article 370. The remarks of PM Modi …

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At UN, India slams Pakistan for spreading ‘falsehoods’ after debate on J&K

Trending News

2 months, 1 week ago

At UN, India slams Pakistan for spreading ‘falsehoods’ after debate on J&K

Hindustan Times

In a strong retort, India slammed Pakistan for peddling “falsehood” after it referred to Jammu and Kashmir during a debate on peacekeeping operations in the UN. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi used his right to reply at the UN to answer back against Pakistan's comments on Jammu and Kashmir “India chooses its right to reply in response to the comments made …

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India slams Pakistan for peddling falsehood over Kashmir during UN debate

India Today

In a strong retort, India slammed Pakistan for peddling "falsehood" after it referred to Jammu and Kashmir during a debate on peacekeeping operations in the UN. "India chooses its right to reply in response to the comments made by Pakistan that has yet again made an attempt to divert this august body from its agenda," Member of the Rajya Sabha …

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India rebukes Pakistan on J&K, says 'falsehoods won't alter facts' in strong Right of Reply at UN

New Indian Express

Trivedi asserted that the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir "was, is and will remain an integral part of India." He added that out of respect for the august members of the UN forum, India will refrain from responding to any further attempts by Pakistan to "abuse" the UN procedures. Later in a post on X, Trivedi said that during …

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From Jammu & Kashmir to Jodhpur, 6 princely states which refused to join India

India Today

"If a basket of fruit is to be offered, then it must be with big fruits like Hyderabad and Kashmir." Historian Barbara Ramusack notes, “British colonial officials had claimed them as faithful military allies, denounced them as autocrats, praised them as natural leaders of their subjects, chided them as profligate playboys, and taken advantage of their lavish hospitality.” After the …

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DC Edit | Focus on J&K statehood, not 370

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2 months, 1 week ago

DC Edit | Focus on J&K statehood, not 370

Deccan Chronicle

The resolution passed by Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Wednesday seeking special status for the Union territory and the one moved in the house on Thursday calling for the restoration of Article 370 and Article 35A of the Constitution reflect political expediency and oneupmanship by the parties and does not exactly contribute to the genuine demand for the restoration of …

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BJP fumes over Jammu and Kashmir assembly ruckus, Smriti Irani sends strong 'Article 370' message to INDIA bloc

Hindustan Times

Smriti Irani of the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday hit out at the Opposition's INDIA bloc as the Jammu and Kashmir assembly continued to face disruption after Awami Ittehad Party MLA and brother of Engineer Rashid, Khurshid Ahmad Sheikh, displayed a banner on Article 370 in the House. ".Through the BJP workers, I want to assure citizens of India and …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Jammu and Kashmir legislature passes resolution asking India to restore its special status

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jammu and Kashmir’s regional legislature …

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Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha vows restoration of statehood, constitutional guarantees; skips mention of Article 370

Live Mint

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday that his government will make all the efforts to restore full statehood and constitutional guarantees to the State. The Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, passed a unanimous resolution on October 19 urging the Union Government to restore the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir in “its …

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2 months, 1 week ago

High Voter Turnout Reflects Enduring Faith in Democracy, But Statehood Aspiration Remains Strong

The Hindu

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expresses strong determination to achieve the return of the Statehood of Jammu and Kashmir. He highlights the high voter turnout in the recent Assembly polls as a testament to the enduring faith of the people in the democratic process. While acknowledging the aspiration for Statehood, he emphasizes the government's commitment to fulfill the …

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CM Omar Abdullah Vows To Fight For Restoration Of J&K's Dignity

ABP News

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah vows to fight for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's dignity. He asserts that the system of a UT will not remain for long and that the people deserve their statehood back. Abdullah emphasizes the need for genuine peace achieved through a cooperative atmosphere, and he highlights the importance of strengthening democratic institutions and preserving freedom …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

New Delhi Assures J&K Statehood, But Hybrid Model Remains

Live Mint

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has received assurances from New Delhi that the commitments made to the state regarding the governance model will change. He believes that loopholes in the hybrid system of governance can be exploited, and he is confident that statehood will be restored soon.

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