Backlash in Kashmir over proposal for uniform Friday sermons across mosques
Political and religious critics accuse India’s Modi government of curbing Kashmir’s freedom of religion and expression.

Political and religious critics accuse India’s Modi government of curbing Kashmir’s freedom of religion and expression.








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Mobile data, broadband services suspended in the territory since protests calling for electoral reform in June.
The countries are not opposed to a new map per se; they’re testy about the colour shades.
New Delhi says the Permanent Court of Arbitration has no jurisdiction over its sovereign choice.
Pakistan says the comments contradict Washington’s position, but experts see them as a diplomatic misstep.

Final phase of voting in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, despite security fears
Voting postponed in seven of 11 Poonch division constituencies as boycott calls and violence mar the region’s elections.

What’s driving unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?

A rally has been held in Islamabad in a show of support for protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
Deadly clashes reported in Pakistan-administered Kashmir amid first round of voting for regional elections on July 27.

Fatal confrontations between security forces and protesters have marred local elections.