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Cherry Blossom in Hunza and Skardu Valleys: The Hidden Rival of Japan’s Sakura

Every spring, the world turns its attention to Japan’s iconic sakura season. Parks in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka fill with visitors who come to witness cherry blossoms painting the landscape in shades of soft pink…

April 16, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

3 cops martyred, 4 injured as unknown assailants open fire on police vehicle in GB’s Diamer

Three cops were martyred and four others were injured on Saturday after unknown assailants opened fire on a police vehicle in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Diamer district, a caretaker minister said.

April 13, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Quetta gears up for basant as skies prepare for kites

Quetta is gearing up for Basant, with celebrations scheduled for February 13, 14, and 15. Tomorrow, the sky is expected to be filled with colourful kites, while the sounds of flying kites will resonate across…

February 12, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Major political shift in Gilgit-Baltistan as former governor, chief minister and key leaders join Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party

Several senior leaders from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) like-minded group have announced their decision to join the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), marking a significant political development, particularly in Gilgit-Baltistan.

February 11, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Heavy snowfall in Katisho, Kharmang, Gilgit-Baltistan paralyzes daily life, public protests

Recent heavy snowfall in Dapa village of Union Council Katisho, District Kharmang, has completely paralyzed daily life. Due to the accumulation of snow, the area’s only connecting road has been blocked, resulting not only in…

January 29, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Caretaker GB CM directs line departments to stay alert amid rain, snowfall

Caretaker Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan Yar Muhammad Nasir has directed all relevant departments including Gilgit-Baltistan Disaster Management Authority and Rescue 1122 to remain alert in view of the recent spell of rain and snowfall in…

January 23, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Gilgit Baltistan caretaker cabinet takes oath

Twelve ministers of the Gilgit Baltistan caretaker cabinet took oath at a ceremony held at the Governor’s House in Gilgit, administered by Speaker of the Gilgit Baltistan Assembly Nazir Ahmad Advocate.

January 6, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Captain Asmad Among Three Jawan Martyred During Snow Clearance Mission in Gilgit-Baltistan

Three army officials including Captain Asmad embraced martyrdom during Snow Clearance Operation in northern Pakistan.

January 3, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Notification Issued for Gilgit-Baltistan Caretaker Cabinet

The caretaker cabinet for Gilgit-Baltistan has been formally constituted, with the issuance of an official notification approving the appointment of 12 ministers and two advisors.

January 2, 2026
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Why did a Russian citizen hunt a Kashmiri Markhor in Chitral?

A foreign national has hunted a Kashmiri Markhor in the Gahirat-Golen conservancy of Chitral, according to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Wildlife Department.

December 31, 2025
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

GB Assembly Polls Slated for January 24, 2026

Chief Election Commissioner Raja Shehbaz Khan has said that Gilgit Baltistan General Elections will be held on January 24, 2026 while the date of local bodies elections will be announced soon.

December 12, 2025
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Melting Glaciers and Unpredictable Weather Put Gilgit-Baltistan on High Alert

Gilgit-Baltistan is witnessing the visible impacts of climate change, affecting glaciers, agriculture, infrastructure, and the daily lives of local communities. With over 7,000 glaciers, the region sits on the frontline of Pakistan’s climate crisis.

December 8, 2025
Published in Gilgit Baltistan

Justice (retd) Yar Muhammad sworn in as Gilgit-Baltistan caretaker chief minister

Justice (retd) Yar Muhammad Nasir, the former judge of the Gilgit Baltistan Chief Court, on Wednesday took oath as the caretaker chief minister of the region.