Indian army says no violation of ceasefire after reports of Pakistani firing

Farmers work in a paddy field near the fenced border between India and Pakistan in Suchetgarh, Jammu and Kashmir on April 30, 2025. (REUTERS/File)
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Updated 05 August 2025
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Indian army says no violation of ceasefire after reports of Pakistani firing

  • Social media reports claimed violation in Poonch region of Indian-administered Kashmir
  • Pakistan Army did not respond to a request for comment outside regular hours

NEW DELHI: The Indian army on Tuesday said there had been no violation of ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) that separates Indian-administered and Azad Kashmir, after some Indian media reported that Islamabad had violated the truce by opening fire.

“There have been some media and social media reports regarding ceasefire violation in Poonch region. It is clarified that there has been NO ceasefire violation along the Line of Control,” the army said.

The Pakistani army did not respond to a request for comment outside regular hours.


Nine Pakistani firms showcase auto components at Automechanika Dubai 2025

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Nine Pakistani firms showcase auto components at Automechanika Dubai 2025

  • Pakistan to present automotive parts, engineering goods, hybrid-tech capabilities to global buyers
  • Expo expected to draw 50,000 visitors and 2,400 exhibitors from over 60 countries, Consulate says

ISLAMABAD: Nine Pakistani companies are exhibiting automotive parts and engineering products at Automechanika Dubai 2025, one of the world’s largest auto-sector trade events, the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai said on Tuesday.

The three-day expo, being held from Dec. 9–11 at the Dubai World Trade Center, is expected to draw more than 50,000 buyers and 2,400 exhibitors from 60 countries, showcasing parts, components, lubricants, batteries, radiators, electronics, diagnostics tools, lighting, accessories, paint and body systems, as well as electric and hybrid vehicle technology.

Pakistan’s automotive and engineering sector contributes to manufacturing, employment and exports, with companies increasingly targeting Middle East and African markets for sourcing and aftermarket supply.

“Nine Pakistani companies facilitated by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) are exhibiting their products to highlight Pakistan’s strengths in automotive parts, engineering goods and related industries,” the Consulate said. 

Pakistan’s Consul General in Dubai Hussain Muhammad inaugurated the country pavilion and said participation at Automechanika reflects Islamabad’s intent to position its manufacturers in global supply chains and expand access to high-value export markets. Trade and Investment Counselor Ali Zeb Khan also reaffirmed support for exporters seeking new business linkages.

In November, Pakistan also exhibited at Big 5 Global 2025, showcasing construction materials and technologies at what is considered the world’s largest construction industry gathering.