GILGIT: The Gilgit-Baltistan Wildlife and Parks Department has auctioned 117 hunting permits for the 2026-27 trophy hunting season, attracting a large number of hunters. The auction was held at the Forest, Parks and Wildlife Complex in Gilgit, where permits for Astore markhor, blue sheep and Himalayan ibex were offered. A total of three Astore markhor, 14 […]
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SKARDU: The search and rescue operations resumed this morning to locate seven climbers who remain missing after a devastating avalanche struck Broad Peak. The operation had been temporarily suspended late Friday due to severe weather conditions, including heavy snowfall, poor visibility, and the continued risk of avalanches in the high-altitude region. The rescue teams returned
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PESHAWAR: A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck parts of northern Pakistan on Friday, officials said. Tremors were felt in Gilgit, Skardu, Pattan, Balakot, and nearby areas, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. The quake had a depth of 12 kilometers. Its epicenter was located in northwestern Kashmir, about 84 kilometers northeast of Gilgit-Baltistan. No casualties or damage
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