Gilgit Baltistan

A foreigner’s journey to the country which has ‘a bad image but good people’.

New weaponry will allow the force to counter terrorism effectively: minister.

Speeches, lectures and walks to raise awareness about green economy and conservation.

Greg Mortenson visits Skardu, donates books to local library.

Says he had resigned after being ‘insulted’ when he tried to meet president.

Lawyers say litigants will face difficulties if appointments are not made on time.

The Code of Conduct was endorsed by clerics of different schools of thought.

Speakers stress on creating better opportunities for residents of Gilgit.

GBLA legislator claims dam’s turbines being purposefully fixed in K-P territory.

Says important subjects should be delegated to assembly instead of G-B Council.

One inmate injured; firefighters took two hours to control the flames.

Say it was prepared in haste and should be reviewed by IIC.

The junction is the converging point of the world’s three ‘mightiest’ mountain ranges.

PML-N's Rana Nasir Hussain alleges that government has awarded a tender for Rs700 million to blue-eyed officials.

Barred leader accuses governor CM of looting public money.

Nawaz Naji refuses to tender unconditional apology.

Speakers call on the media to be impartial in its reports and help promote harmony.

Speaker calls in police after Nawaz Naji tore a copy of resolution.

SAP teachers, members of VIPRA stage sit-in outside GBLA.

Unpaid for months, 300 teachers stage sit-in outside GBLA.

Demand promised job quota, hostel for disabled; govt official assure support in next budget.

Sources hint at keeping top clerics of both sects.

Annual sports week held at Government Postgraduate College Gilgit.

Terms it as wastage of time and resources.

Prayer leaders asked not to make hate speeches.

Expert says youth motivated by job opportunities, acclaim earned by local climbers.

BNF Chairman accuses clerics of creating sectarian unrest.

As many as 50 polo players participate; local motorists join in to show solidarity.

Says education leads to immodesty; rails against female NGO workers.

Eight security personnel, 2 policemen among victims.

Lawyer and relatives file a complaint with the IGP, claim they are being prevented from meeting the detainees.

The van went out of driver’s control due to speeding.

Locals refraining from visiting areas inhabited by people of the opposite sect.

Peace rally, conference held at City Park.

Locals, social workers concerned over implementation of minimum wages.

Law minister criticised by journalists for ignoring security situation, instead holding press conference PM's support.

Locals thronged markets on Sunday after authorities lifted all restrictions.

FC, Rangers personnel deployed to maintain peace.

Say the decision will trigger debate about responsibilities of legislators.

CM faced criticism for being absent from the region during the sectarian violence earlier this month.

Despite efforts, Diana was unable to reach Islamabad in time for her flight.

Judicial commission to probe causes of sectarian unrest; Jirga to be convened soon.

Despite the adverse weather conditions, pace of rescue work remained unaffected.

Rescue worker have excavated 1.73 million cubic feet at Gayari. Norwegian team to return home tomorrow.

Hidden in the mountains north of Gilgit, is the surprisingly green and lush valley of Naltar.

Mohammad Khalid says he’s created a device that can stop avalanches. Unfortunately, not many are willing to test it.

Mountaineers remained in contact with the base camp till 8.30 am on March 9. Then all contact was lost.

After unrest, fate of service franchises hangs in the balance.

Say strike to continue until losses are compensated.

The climber was asked to explain why he had talked to media about a brush with officials.