Pakistani toll in Siachen avalanche rises to 128

An Army helicopter crashed on the glacial heights of Siachen-Saltoro Ridge on Monday morning but, fortunately, both the pilots escaped with just minor injuries and were later evacuated for medical treatment.

Optimism over Nawaz Sharif's victory is best kept on hold, particularly since several prickly issues such as Kashmir, Siachen and punishment to 26/11 culprits remain. Also, the Army and the ISI are still influential Indian reactions to the Pakistan ...

Death of Soldiers in Siachen

Pitching for continued dialogue with India, Pakistan today said there are "very important" issues like Kashmir, Siachen and visa that need to be resolved.

Pakistan High Commissioner Salman Bashir today said his country is open for continuation of talks and wants to “amicably&" issues concerning Kashmir, Siachen and a relaxed visa regime.

"No peace is possible unless the Kashmir dispute is resolved along with the Siachen and Sir Creek issues," he said

Withdrawal of Troops From Siachen

The motivation for the assault was a combination of cutting Indian supply lines to Siachen and forcing India to the negotiating table over Kashmir, on terms favourable to Pakistan.

RAWALPINDI: Another three bodies of martyred soldiers were recovered from Gayari sector of Siachen on Saturday, bringing the total number of bodies recovered so far to 128. On April 7, 2012, 140 soldiers and civilians of 6 Northern Light Infantry ...