Gilgit-Baltistan.
Territory administered by Pakistan
- Reports this week
- 12
- Active events
- 8
- Connections
- 305
What's happening
Active this week
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Pakistan detains Faisal Abbas under anti-terrorism laws in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support2 reports
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International educational expansion into Gilgit-Baltistan and future plans for Balochistan involving Danish standards and China scholarships.Some support1 report1 development inside
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PM Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated Daanish Schools, which provide education to students in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.Some support2 reports
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Former Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister Khurshid was taken into custody from Speaker House in Peshawar.Some support1 report
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Shahbaz Khan has been confirmed in the role of Chief Election Commissioner.Some support1 report
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The Gilgit-Baltistan assembly sought formal provincial status for the region.Some support2 reports
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Fakhruddin represents local traders in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support5 reports
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Shehbaz Sharif led a national council meeting where Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan reported their status to the national council.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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ECNEC approved solar plants in Gilgit-Baltistan and infrastructure projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gwadar.Some support4 reports
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Radio Pakistan reported on a road track linking Astore with Skardu in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support2 reports
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PM Shehbaz Sharif prioritizes Gilgit-Baltistan development and orders a committee led by Ishaq Dar.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Government ensures targeted fuel relief distribution in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support2 reports
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A government body, operating from Islamabad and represented by the Finance Minister, is providing grants for Gilgit-Baltistan development.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The NDMA has issued nationwide weather alerts and GLOF risk warnings for various locations across Pakistan, including Gujrat, Bannu, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, due to expected rainfall.Well supported12 reports4 developments inside
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The Pakistan Peoples Party held a meeting in Gilgit, seeking government formation in the region.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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IO was located in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report
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The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued widespread weather warnings for various regions of Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan, Sindh, Punjab, and Islamabad.Well supported20 reports5 developments inside
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Gilgit-Baltistan is seeking the assistance of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to develop an export strategy and protect its growth within the context of Pakistan's overall development agenda.Some support4 reports
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Reinhold Messner celebrated his birthday in Islamabad and established schools in Diamer valleys, reflecting on his life and his connection to Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report
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Operational issues regarding the supply of wheat to Gilgit-Baltistan, involving PASSCO and procurement committee issues.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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NADRA introduced a Proof of Life facility in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report
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A road connecting Mansehra to Gilgit-Baltistan has been established.Some support1 report
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Flooding, landslides, and flash floods in Gilgit-Baltistan damaged tourism, crops, and infrastructure.Some support4 reports
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A former IGP commented on regional governance issues, using the recent flash floods in Nepal as a cautionary example.Some support2 reports
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Expert provides perspective on resource management in Gilgit-Baltistan, advocating for the revival of age-old practices to manage water scarcity.Some support1 report
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AJK seeks stronger representation in national bodies, while PPP outlines a shared constitutional agenda for both AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
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The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) demands local elections in Islamabad, Lahore, and Gilgit-Baltistan.Well supported4 reports4 developments inside
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Sajjad Haider Khan, currently in Gilgit-Baltistan, has been appointed as the spokesperson from GB and Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva.Some support1 report
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Gilgit-Baltistan seeks a growth model within Pakistan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A meeting took place in the capital city to discuss and prioritize the welfare and development of the people in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.Some support7 reports
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Ahsan Iqbal directed fiscal reforms and development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The order has been given for the fast-track implementation of a solar energy project in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support3 reports
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The Diamer-Bhasha Dam project in Gilgit-Baltistan is affecting local settlements.Well supported5 reports
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NDMA issues alerts regarding urban flooding risks in Punjab and flash floods in Gilgit-Baltistan.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Alerts have been issued regarding rain-related flooding risks in several areas, including Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Well supported22 reports7 developments inside
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Latif Shah and Kamran Ali are residents of Sher Qilla village in the affected area of Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support2 reports
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Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are facing shared vulnerability to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and extreme weather events.Some support5 reports
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FIA and Federal Public Service Commission conduct recruitment drives for federal government posts in Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support2 reports
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Fletcher visited a flood-affected village in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Bodies were brought to Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support2 reports
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Weather warnings issued for various regions of Pakistan, including Chitral, Dir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Forecast predicts rain-wind in Gilgit-Baltistan, while drainage operations are underway along Circular Road in the Islamabad/Punjab region.Some support5 reports
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Development planning and governance efforts were directed in Gilgit-Baltistan, focusing on the city of Gilgit.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A climbing expedition involving Nirmal Purja is underway in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan region, with local tourism officials also involved.Well supported22 reports
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Expedition members originated from Texas for a trip involving Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report
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China offered assistance to the country regarding expeditions taking place in the Gilgit-Baltistan region.Well supported9 reports
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PPP emerged victorious in elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, while PTI was excluded, leading to unresolved issues with PML-N.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Gilgit-Baltistan is being administered by the federal government of Pakistan through executive orders, relying on subsidies from Islamabad.Some support2 reports
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Warnings of possible flash flooding, rain, and thunderstorms in Sindh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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El Niño phenomenon increased glacier melt in northern areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support9 reports
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Both Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are facing political campaign pressure, leading to criticism of government resource allocation.Some support2 reports
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India is allegedly exploiting the internal situations in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan through information warfare.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Flash floods and mudflows caused infrastructure damage in Hunza, Darel, and Skardu districts of Gilgit-Baltistan on July 1.Some support1 report
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NDMA manages the flood crisis and GLOF threats in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Amjad Hussain was sworn in as Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, on July 1, 2026.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Indus River inundation in Baltistan caused homes to be swept away due to the river's high flows.Some support1 report
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A landslide has occurred in Gilgit-Baltistan, leading to the closure of the Karakoram Highway.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Governor approved the cabinet formation process in Gilgit-Baltistan.Some support1 report
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Shehbaz Sharif met with the Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister and committed the federal government to development projects.Some support1 report
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Gilgit-Baltistan is a region of Pakistan, and Abdul Aleem Khan is a Pakistani politician.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Around Gilgit-Baltistan this week
News at the entities that move Gilgit-Baltistan most-
Shehbaz Sharif OperationalPM Shehbaz Sharif visited Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to address law and order issues.Moves Gilgit-Baltistan
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Pakistan Peoples Party StructuralThe Pakistan Peoples Party launched operations in Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, to confront terrorism and safeguard rights.Moves Gilgit-Baltistan
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Bilawal Bhutto Zardari OperationalPolitical figures supported the emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, citing rising terrorism and presenting a resolution.Moves Gilgit-Baltistan
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Amir Muqam StructuralShehbaz Sharif is personally overseeing provincial affairs.Moves Gilgit-Baltistan
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India StructuralA police modernization plan has been implemented across states in India.Moves Gilgit-Baltistan
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Pakistan StructuralTikTok made AI technology available in Pakistan after the Ministry of Education signed an MoU for AI education.Moves Gilgit-Baltistan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 305, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Amjad Hussain Operational
Amjad Hussain serves as the Chief Minister, exercising executive authority and leading governance within the Gilgit-Baltistan region.
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Pakistan Peoples Party Structural
The Pakistan Peoples Party formed the government and secured executive leadership in Gilgit-Baltistan following regional elections.
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Shehbaz Sharif Operational
Shehbaz Sharif actively uses his political authority to direct development, welfare, and policy implementation within Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Pakistan Structural
Gilgit-Baltistan is a territory whose administration and political status are formally dependent on the sovereign state of Pakistan.
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Baltistan Structural
Baltistan is formally defined as a sub-region within Gilgit-Baltistan.
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election commission Structural
The election commission is the formal body responsible for managing and overseeing general elections within the territory of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Islamabad Structural
Islamabad functions as the central administrative and political authority governing Gilgit-Baltistan, which relies on its policies and subsidies.
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Imtiaz Ahmed Structural
Imtiaz Ahmed holds an official position as Assistant Director within the administrative structure of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Operational
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari actively directs and supports the development and governance of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Syed Mehdi Shah Operational
Syed Mehdi Shah serves as a key political figure and Governor, actively influencing the regional political dynamics of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Amir Muqam Structural
Amir Muqam holds a formal ministerial capacity, advising and representing Gilgit-Baltistan on regional development projects.
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Shahbaz Khan Structural
Shahbaz Khan holds the formal position of Chief Election Commissioner in Gilgit-Baltistan.
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India Structural
Evidence suggests A claims Gilgit-Baltistan is an integral and incorporated part of India.
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Sajid Hussain Structural
Sajid Hussain is employed by the Gilgit-Baltistan tourism department.
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Hushe River Structural
The Hushe River's existence and flow are fundamentally dependent on the hydrological conditions, including glacier melt, within the Gilgit-Baltistan region.
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Pakistan Meteorological Department Structural
The Pakistan Meteorological Department provides essential weather forecasting and early warning services for the Gilgit-Baltistan region.
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Sajid Hussain Structural
Sajid Hussain holds the formal position of deputy director of tourism within Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Ishaq Dar Structural
Ishaq Dar serves as the head of a committee tasked with representing the interests and issues of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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federal government Structural
The federal government provides grants and required funds to Gilgit-Baltistan to support regional development.
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Gwadar Structural
The CPEC infrastructure project requires a functional corridor passing through Gilgit-Baltistan to connect to the Gwadar port.
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Syed Mehdi Shah Structural
Syed Mehdi Shah holds a high-level appointed executive function (Governor) within the governmental structure of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Qamar Zaman Kaira Structural
Qamar Zaman Kaira served in a high-level executive capacity as a former Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Amjad Hussain Structural
Amjad Hussain serves as the Chief Minister nominee/Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Jamaat-e-Islami Operational
Jamaat-e-Islami is actively contesting elections within the jurisdiction of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Khurshid Structural
Khurshid held the formal political role of former chief minister of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Asim Munir Structural
Asim Munir's authority is shown to impact internal security within Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Indus River Shared context
Gilgit-Baltistan's rainfall contributes to the water inflow of the Indus River.
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China Structural
Gilgit-Baltistan functions as a critical geographical and economic component within the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
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Muzaffarabad Operational
Gilgit-Baltistan supplies security personnel deployed to the operational area of Muzaffarabad.
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Lahore Structural
Lahore relies on infrastructure and resources originating from Gilgit-Baltistan, which is currently impacted by floods.
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Mansehra Structural
A road provides a functional connection between the two locations.
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Balochistan Operational
The two regions are functionally linked through the infrastructure projects of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
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Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen Operational
Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen actively participates in and influences the socio-political landscape of Gilgit-Baltistan.
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El Niño Structural
El Niño influences Gilgit-Baltistan's northern areas by increasing glacier melt.
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Ahsan Iqbal Operational
Ahsan Iqbal influences Gilgit-Baltistan through policy implementation, development projects, and resource management.
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Sindh Operational
The regions engage in active political coordination, share environmental risks, and involve resource deployment between them.
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National Disaster Management Authority Operational
The National Disaster Management Authority issues warnings regarding potential flood situations in Gilgit-Baltistan.
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Pakistan Air Force Operational
PAF operates in Gilgit-Baltistan, offering mark relaxation for candidates from this region.
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Pakistan Muslim League Structural
The Pakistan Muslim League faction (PML-N) is expected to hold a Governor post in Gilgit-Baltistan, indicating a formal governance relationship.
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British Council Operational
The British Council provides funding and support for heritage preservation projects within Gilgit-Baltistan.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
10 events- Pakistan detains Faisal Abbas under anti-terrorism laws in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- PM Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated Daanish Schools, which provide education to students in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.
- Former Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister Khurshid was taken into custody from Speaker House in Peshawar.
- Shahbaz Khan has been confirmed in the role of Chief Election Commissioner.
- Fakhruddin represents local traders in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Shehbaz Sharif led a national council meeting where Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan reported their status to the national council.
- ECNEC approved solar plants in Gilgit-Baltistan and infrastructure projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gwadar.
- Radio Pakistan reported on a road track linking Astore with Skardu in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Government ensures targeted fuel relief distribution in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.
- IO was located in Gilgit-Baltistan.
September 2026
11 events- Gilgit-Baltistan is seeking the assistance of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to develop an export strategy and protect its growth within the context of Pakistan's overall development agenda.
- Reinhold Messner celebrated his birthday in Islamabad and established schools in Diamer valleys, reflecting on his life and his connection to Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Operational issues regarding the supply of wheat to Gilgit-Baltistan, involving PASSCO and procurement committee issues.
- NADRA introduced a Proof of Life facility in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- A road connecting Mansehra to Gilgit-Baltistan has been established.
- Flooding, landslides, and flash floods in Gilgit-Baltistan damaged tourism, crops, and infrastructure.
- A former IGP commented on regional governance issues, using the recent flash floods in Nepal as a cautionary example.
- Expert provides perspective on resource management in Gilgit-Baltistan, advocating for the revival of age-old practices to manage water scarcity.
- Sajjad Haider Khan, currently in Gilgit-Baltistan, has been appointed as the spokesperson from GB and Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva.
- A meeting took place in the capital city to discuss and prioritize the welfare and development of the people in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.
- The order has been given for the fast-track implementation of a solar energy project in Gilgit-Baltistan.
August 2026
8 events- International educational expansion into Gilgit-Baltistan and future plans for Balochistan involving Danish standards and China scholarships.
- Ahsan Iqbal directed fiscal reforms and development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Latif Shah and Kamran Ali are residents of Sher Qilla village in the affected area of Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are facing shared vulnerability to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and extreme weather events.
- FIA and Federal Public Service Commission conduct recruitment drives for federal government posts in Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Bodies were brought to Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Forecast predicts rain-wind in Gilgit-Baltistan, while drainage operations are underway along Circular Road in the Islamabad/Punjab region.
- Expedition members originated from Texas for a trip involving Gilgit-Baltistan.
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July 2026
19 events- The Gilgit-Baltistan assembly sought formal provincial status for the region.
- PM Shehbaz Sharif prioritizes Gilgit-Baltistan development and orders a committee led by Ishaq Dar.
- AJK seeks stronger representation in national bodies, while PPP outlines a shared constitutional agenda for both AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan.
- NDMA issues alerts regarding urban flooding risks in Punjab and flash floods in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Fletcher visited a flood-affected village in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Development planning and governance efforts were directed in Gilgit-Baltistan, focusing on the city of Gilgit.
- A climbing expedition involving Nirmal Purja is underway in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan region, with local tourism officials also involved.
- China offered assistance to the country regarding expeditions taking place in the Gilgit-Baltistan region.
- Gilgit-Baltistan is being administered by the federal government of Pakistan through executive orders, relying on subsidies from Islamabad.
- Warnings of possible flash flooding, rain, and thunderstorms in Sindh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- El Niño phenomenon increased glacier melt in northern areas of Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Both Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are facing political campaign pressure, leading to criticism of government resource allocation.
- Flash floods and mudflows caused infrastructure damage in Hunza, Darel, and Skardu districts of Gilgit-Baltistan on July 1.
- NDMA manages the flood crisis and GLOF threats in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Amjad Hussain was sworn in as Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, on July 1, 2026.
- Indus River inundation in Baltistan caused homes to be swept away due to the river's high flows.
- A landslide has occurred in Gilgit-Baltistan, leading to the closure of the Karakoram Highway.
- The Governor approved the cabinet formation process in Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Shehbaz Sharif met with the Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister and committed the federal government to development projects.
June 2026
12 events- A government body, operating from Islamabad and represented by the Finance Minister, is providing grants for Gilgit-Baltistan development.
- The NDMA has issued nationwide weather alerts and GLOF risk warnings for various locations across Pakistan, including Gujrat, Bannu, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, due to expected rainfall.
- The Pakistan Peoples Party held a meeting in Gilgit, seeking government formation in the region.
- The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued widespread weather warnings for various regions of Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan, Sindh, Punjab, and Islamabad.
- The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) demands local elections in Islamabad, Lahore, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Gilgit-Baltistan seeks a growth model within Pakistan.
- The Diamer-Bhasha Dam project in Gilgit-Baltistan is affecting local settlements.
- Alerts have been issued regarding rain-related flooding risks in several areas, including Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Weather warnings issued for various regions of Pakistan, including Chitral, Dir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- PPP emerged victorious in elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, while PTI was excluded, leading to unresolved issues with PML-N.
- India is allegedly exploiting the internal situations in Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan through information warfare.
- Gilgit-Baltistan is a region of Pakistan, and Abdul Aleem Khan is a Pakistani politician.