JAMMU: Hundreds of Shia Muslims on Saturday staged spontaneous protests in various parts of Kashmir to condemn a suicide bombing at the Khadija Tul Kubra Mosque in Islamabad that killed at least 31 people and wounded more than 169 others.The attack took place during Friday prayers in Pakistan’s capital city. The attack on a Shia place of worship triggered strong reactions in Kashmir, with demonstrations reported in Srinagar, Baramulla, and Bandipora on Friday and Saturday.In Magam town of central Kashmir, women protesters raised slogans against the Pakistani govt and denounced the targeting of Shia Muslims. Some demonstrators raised slogans in support of Syed Hassan Nasrallah, Palestine, and Hezbollah. The protests remained peaceful, with participants expressing solidarity with the victims in Pakistan.“We stand with the victims and we are against the Pakistani govt,” one woman protester said, adding, “We want to ask the Pakistan govt why we are being killed.”All J&K Shia Association Chinabal (Pattan) raised slogans against Pakistan on Friday evening and demanded immediate action against those responsible. They also raised pro-India slogans.In the Sumbal area of Ganderbal district, protesters carrying the Indian tricolor raised anti-Pakistan govt slogans. “Our protest is against the Pakistani administration, which we believe is responsible for such killing,” another protester said. “Shia Muslims are targeted in Pakistan. It is painful to see Muslims being killed inside mosques during prayers. What kind of jihad is this?”In Atoora, Baramulla, protesters carried posters of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They also raised slogans against Pakistan. Police said the demonstrations passed off peacefully.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Reiterates Energy Security Priority, Signals Russia Oil Imports Will ContinueGhaziabad Sisters’ Deaths: Father’s Three Marriages Add Twist To Probe“Deal Favours US farmers” Opposition Attacks India-US Trade FrameworkFrom Tamil Pride To Global Trust: How PM Modi Used Culture To Reset India-Malaysia RelationsPM Modi In Kuala Lumpur Says India Malaysia Ties Are Rising, Unveils IMPACT Vision For Asia”To Benefit Farmers….” Shivraj Singh Chouhan Big Claim On India-US Trade DealPiyush Goyal Says Agriculture Is Self Reliant Sector As India Refuses Farm Import Benefits To USFrom Design To Silicon, India Signals Semiconductor Breakout With Semicon 2.0 RoadmapMP Minister Vijay Shah Finally Apologises For Comment Targeting Op Sindoor Face Col Sofia QureshiTurkey Sides With Pakistan On Kashmir At UN After Sharif’s Rhetoric On India’s ‘Integral’ Territory123PhotostoriesExclusive – Yuvika Choudhary on The 50: I took a break after my daughter’s birth to be there for her; now it’s time for me to return as a working momHow Taylor Swift turned fashion into her signature storytelling powerMukaish to Rabari: Underrated embroidery techniques in India that deserve more attention7 most colourful birds of Indian forestsThe 50: Major Fights That Grabbed Attention5 luxury sports cars that combine comfort with extreme powerThomas Edison once said, “I’ve not failed, I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work”: 4 lessons it teaches students6 celebrities who called out social media as ‘toxic’: Tom Holland, Selena Gomez, Kate Winslet, and moreThe ultimate footwear checklist every girl needs in her closet5 mistakes to avoid when investing in under-construction projects123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingIndia vs USA LiveCooper Kupp WifeKayla NicoleSuper Bowl LX TicketOliver RowlandJustin GaethjeLIV GolfLiam Paro vs Paddy Donovan Net WorthWinter Olympics 2026NBA Trade Update
JAMMU: Hundreds of Shia Muslims on Saturday staged spontaneous protests in various parts of Kashmir to condemn a suicide bombing at the Khadija Tul Kubra Mosque in Islamabad that killed at least 31 people and wounded more than 169 others.The attack took place during Friday prayers in Pakistan’s capital city. The attack on a Shia place of worship triggered strong reactions in Kashmir, with demonstrations reported in Srinagar, Baramulla, and Bandipora on Friday and Saturday.In Magam town of central Kashmir, women protesters raised slogans against the Pakistani govt and denounced the targeting of Shia Muslims. Some demonstrators raised slogans in support of Syed Hassan Nasrallah, Palestine, and Hezbollah. The protests remained peaceful, with participants expressing solidarity with the victims in Pakistan.“We stand with the victims and we are against the Pakistani govt,” one woman protester said, adding, “We want to ask the Pakistan govt why we are being killed.”All J&K Shia Association Chinabal (Pattan) raised slogans against Pakistan on Friday evening and demanded immediate action against those responsible. They also raised pro-India slogans.In the Sumbal area of Ganderbal district, protesters carrying the Indian tricolor raised anti-Pakistan govt slogans. “Our protest is against the Pakistani administration, which we believe is responsible for such killing,” another protester said. “Shia Muslims are targeted in Pakistan. It is painful to see Muslims being killed inside mosques during prayers. What kind of jihad is this?”In Atoora, Baramulla, protesters carried posters of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They also raised slogans against Pakistan. Police said the demonstrations passed off peacefully.
