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Pakistani passport ranked 100th in latest Henley Index after improvement

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Pakistani passport has been ranked 100th in the world by the Henley Passport Index, up three places from the previous ranking in October. The Henley Passport Index compares 199 passports across 227 travel destinations and calculates a score based on the number of destinations that can be accessed visa-free. According to the

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The Silent Killer: How high blood pressure can damage brain

  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Medical experts have warned that high blood pressure, medically known as hypertension, can silently damage brain. Hypertension is often associated with heart diseases, but it is a silent condition that can gradually cause serious damage to brain’s structure and function. Symptoms and effects of high blood pressure do not appear immediately.

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Victory selfies may expose fingerprints to identity theft

  BEIJING (Kashmir English): Experts have warned that the popular “V” sign selfies could lead to fingerprint theft. The gesture, widely regarded as a symbol of victory, involves raising the index and middle fingers outward and has long remained part of global popular culture. However, cyber security specialists have now warned against its use, saying

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Kashmiri-origin Shabana Mahmood a strong candidate for new British PM slot

  LONDON (Kashmir English): The unexpected results of the local elections in Britain have created a new political crisis in the country, with demands for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign. According to global news agencies, after the ruling party’s worst defeat in local elections, several members of the ruling party resigned and also demanded

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Hajj 2026: Saudi govt unveils ‘Electronic Track’ to facilitate pilgrims

  MAKKAH (Kashmir English): The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has unveiled ‘Electronic Track’ platform to facilitate pilgrims from around the world. This digital initiative is supposed to provide unprecedented ease to pilgrims in securing accommodation, transport, and other essential services. According to the Saudi Ministry of Hajj, the electronic platform now offers more

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Hurriyat leaders condemn India’s persecution of detained Kashmiri activists

  SRINAGAR (Kashmir English): In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), Hurriyat leaders and organizations have strongly condemned India for persecuting illegally detained Kashmiri Hurriyat leaders and activists for their political beliefs. According to Kashmir Media Service, in statements issued on Wednesday, the leaders said the Modi regime is targeting Hurriyat leaders for opposing

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Five Kashmiri children qualify for National Special Olympics starting today

  MIRPUR (Kashmir English): Five special hearing-impaired children from Azad Kashmir have qualified for participation in the National Special Olympics commencing in Islamabad from May 14 (today). The Special children, students of Kashmir Institute of Special Education, who stand deprived of the gift of hearing and speech, will participate in the scheduled 4-day Special events

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AJK voter lists to be available in soft form

  MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Election Commission has announced that it will provide the voter list in soft form to all political parties and the public to ensure transparency for the 2026 general elections. According to a press release issued by the Secretary Election Commission on Wednesday, the process of preparing

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Marka-e-Haq anniversary: Blood donation camp held at Mirpur DHQ Hospital

  MIRPUR (Kashmir English): A grand ceremony and a special blood donation camp were arranged at the Divisional Headquarters Teaching Hospital Mirpur to mark the 1st anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, paying rich tribute to the Pakistan Army on the completion of one year of the successful ‘Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos’ of the Pakistan Army. The ceremony, chaired by

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