36 Glacial lakes pose threat in Gilgit Baltistan

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Perched on the roof of the world, Gilgit-Baltistan stands at the frontline of climate change. Glacial melt, flash floods, landslides, and shifting weather patterns threaten lives, livelihoods, and fragile ecosystems. Yet within these challenges also lies the possibility of resilience – through community strength, adaptation, and sustainable practices. This session explores the climate vulnerabilities of … Read more

4 MCF of timber cut down in 3 years in Diamer, NA Standing Committee told

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ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Climate Change was told that nearly 4 million cubic feet of timber has been cut over the past three decades in Diamer district and adjoining areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, Hum newspaper reported. According to a report presented by G-B Additional Secretary for Forests Zaid, unchecked deforestation has not only … Read more

Teenage Student kidnaped and killed in Gilgit

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Two suspects arrested; victim’s mobile phone recovered. Suspects confess to killing Kashan and throwing the body into the river. Search for the victim’s body continues in the Gilgit River. A first-year college student was kidnapped and murdered in the Konodas area of Gilgit city. According to police, 18-year-old Kashan left his home around 9 PM … Read more

US firm makes a $500 million investment deal with Pakistan for critical minerals

MoU between US firm and FWO

Another agreement between NLC and Mota-Engil, a Portuguese company U.S. Stretagic Metals to focus on producing and recycling critical metals Investment in Pakistan’ coper, gold, rare earth and other minerals Partnership will begin immediately with export of readily available minerals ISLAMABAD (AP) — A U.S. metals company signed a $500 million investment deal with Pakistan … Read more

Usman Wazeer Rejects Allegations of Fixed Fights and Fake Titles

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My latest fight was sanctioned by global bodies and broadcast live in 168 countries: Usman Wazir Speaking to a local news website in Karachi after his return from Benkok, Usman Wazeer dismissed the growing criticism from rival bodies as “baseless boxing politics.” He clarified that he competes under the World Boxing Council (WBC) and other … Read more

Star boxer Usman Wazeer accused of fighting ‘paid opponents’

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Pakistan’s boxing scene has been rocked by fresh controversy as two major bodies, the Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF) and the Pakistan Pro-Green Boxing Federation (PGBF), have questioned the legitimacy of rising star Usman Wazeer’s recent title victory, a news website reported. On August 30, the undefeated Gilgit-born boxer secured the WBC OPBF Silver welterweight belt … Read more