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17/09/2025

The Yasin Road in Ghizer has been under construction for more than three years, leaving local communities facing daily hardship. The situation has worsened after recent floods, which caused blockages and further destruction along the route.

Residents say the poor road conditions have made travel extremely difficult, with patients and villagers suffering the most during emergencies when timely access to hospitals and services is critical. The prolonged delays and damage continue to highlight the urgent need for reliable infrastructure in Gilgit-Baltistan.

17/09/2025

Passengers at Gilgit Airport continue to face difficulties as the facility operates with only one daily flight, which is frequently delayed. At times, flights depart earlier than scheduled or luggage is left behind, adding to passenger frustration.

During the peak tourism season in Gilgit-Baltistan, these issues have become increasingly common, with flight delays and disruptions affecting both locals and visitors. Concerns remain over the need for improved air travel reliability and infrastructure in the region.

Two people were injured in a firing incident outside the Session Court in Skardu. According to police, the son of a woma...
17/09/2025

Two people were injured in a firing incident outside the Session Court in Skardu. According to police, the son of a woman murdered several years ago opened fire on the accused in his mother’s case, injuring the suspect Adil and his uncle. The shooter was immediately arrested on the spot.

According to local sources, around six to seven years ago a woman was killed in Shigri Kalan over a land dispute. The victim’s son reportedly recognized his mother’s alleged killer outside the court today and opened fire in retaliation.

Police have taken both the injured and the suspect into custody while further investigation is underway.

17/09/2025

Weeks after devastating floods hit Raoshan and Talidas in Ghizer, many families remain displaced and are living in temporary relief tents. The destruction not only washed away homes and farmland but also cut off vital roads, leaving communities vulnerable.

In one such camp, a poisonous snake was recently found inside a relief tent, raising fresh concerns over the safety of flood victims. Residents say this incident highlights the urgent need for proper shelters and infrastructure, especially with winter approaching in Gilgit-Baltistan.

16/09/2025

This podcast is part of Energy Plus, a project funded by the European Union to enhance energy access and climate resilience in Gilgit-Baltistan and Upper and Lower Chitral.

In this special episode, Sosan Azizi, Gender Equality Lead at AKRSP, sits down with journalist Aliya Jabeen to discuss the role of women in the energy and conservation sectors, highlighting how women in the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) have excelled when given opportunities, while also addressing the deep-rooted male dominance in the energy sector. The conversation explores the challenges and achievements of women, the need to redefine traditional gender roles to create new opportunities, and how collaborations between AKDN and government organisations have helped strengthen women’s participation, empowerment, and recognition in building climate resilience.

16/09/2025

The Sost Dry Port protest has now entered its 58th day. In this report, journalist Aliya Jabeen speaks with protest leaders on the ground to learn their views and demands as the sit-in continues at Pakistan’s northern border in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Protests have erupted in Gilgit and Yasin Valley following the alleged murder of Raja Kashan, a young resident of Sultan...
16/09/2025

Protests have erupted in Gilgit and Yasin Valley following the alleged murder of Raja Kashan, a young resident of Sultanabad, Yasin Valley. The 2 suspects, Shahran Ali and Shahid Hassan, have been arrested and reportedly confessed to the crime. Police have recovered the murder weapon and some of Kashan’s personal belongings, and a search operation is underway to recover his body from the river near Skarkoi. The motive behind the killing is still under investigation, as locals demand swift justice.

Officials in a National Assembly climate committee meeting revealed that tree-cutting continues across Gilgit-Baltistan,...
16/09/2025

Officials in a National Assembly climate committee meeting revealed that tree-cutting continues across Gilgit-Baltistan, with interference at higher levels often preventing action against illegal logging.

The Additional Secretary of Forests said timber from other parts of Pakistan is now being sent to Gilgit-Baltistan, and even the official vehicle of the current forest minister was found carrying wood. Fifty-nine forestry employees have been dismissed for illegal logging.

Forests now cover just 3.58% of Gilgit-Baltistan, with most of Diamer’s forests in private hands. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa officials also briefed the committee, noting that research on forest conditions over the past 20 years is ongoing, especially after floods and monsoon damage.

15/09/2025

The China Memorial Cemetery in Danyor, Gilgit-Baltistan, was established in the 1970s to honor the Chinese workers and engineers who lost their lives during the construction of the Karakoram Highway (KKH) in the 1960s and 1970s. Located about 10 km from Gilgit city, the site contains 88 graves, each with tombstones inscribed in Chinese.
Renovated in 2013, the cemetery is maintained as a memorial park and is visited by locals as well as relatives of the deceased. Today, it stands as a lasting symbol of the sacrifices made during the KKH’s construction and the enduring Pakistan–China friendship.

14/09/2025

This podcast is part of Energy Plus, a project funded by the European Union to enhance energy access and climate resilience in Gilgit-Baltistan and Upper and Lower Chitral.

In this episode, Sosan Aziz, Gender Equality Lead at AKRSP, joins journalist Aliya Jabeen to discuss how sectors like energy are still largely seen as male-dominated, where women have historically been excluded from decision-making. She explains how shifting gender roles and creating space for women in these fields can bring meaningful change.

The conversation also highlights how women’s participation in the energy and conservation sectors has grown through the support of AKDN in collaboration with various government organisations.

14/09/2025

Gilgit city continues to face severe traffic congestion due to the lack of a proper traffic management system and poor road infrastructure. During peak hours, especially at school closing times, roads are choked, leaving commuters and students stranded for long periods.

Despite the growing problem, residents say no visible measures have been taken to improve the situation. The lack of planning and infrastructure upgrades in Gilgit-Baltistan’s urban centre is causing daily difficulties for the public and raising concerns about road safety and mobility.

13/09/2025

This podcast is part of Energy Plus, a project funded by the European Union to strengthen energy access and climate resilience in Gilgit-Baltistan and Upper and Lower Chitral.

In this episode, Sosan Azizi, Gender Equality Lead at AKRSP, highlights how women across Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral have excelled when given opportunities. She also shares about AKDN initiatives around access to energy and stories of recognition and awards achieved by women, showcasing the vital link between gender equality, energy, empowerment, and climate resilience in the region.

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