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Jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik to cast Rajya Sabha vote via postal ballot

J&K Government has informed the High Court that jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik will cast his vote in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections through a postal ballot. During a hearing in the High Court, the government stated that all necessary arrangements had been made to ensure the Doda legislator's participation in the October 24 polls.

9 days ago

Ladakh groups announce silent marches, blackout on Saturday to protest September 24 violence

Following the lifting of restrictions in Leh, Ladakh's agitating groups have announced region-wide silent peace marches and a blackout on October 18 to protest alleged excesses during the September 24 violence.

9 days ago

Statehood is delayed to J&K for reasons best known to BJP: Omar Abdullah

NC offers Nagrota seat to Congress to save coalition amid growing rift

Amid growing tensions between coalition partners National Conference (NC) and Congress over seat-sharing, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday announced that the NC will contest the Budgam bypoll while supporting a Congress candidate from Nagrota, subject to high command approval.

9 days ago

Omar Abdullah revives age-old Darbar Move tradition after four years

In a major policy reversal, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday announced the revival of the historic "Darbar Move" — the biannual transfer of the J&K government between Jammu and Srinagar — after a four-year hiatus.

11 days ago

As Omar Abdullah Completes One Year in Office, Mehbooba Mufti Alleges Betrayal of Public Trust

PDP chief calls Omar-led administration a "total failure in one year," says National Conference has abandoned promises on Article 370 and political prisoners.

11 days ago

Congress caught in crossfire after NC 'backtracks' on Rajya Sabha seat deal

Congress faces a political dilemma ahead of the October 24 Rajya Sabha elections after the NC allegedly reneged on its commitment to share a "safe" seat. Feeling humiliated and sidelined, the Congress leadership is struggling to decide whether to support the NC nominees or abstain from voting — a move that could indirectly help the BJP.

11 days ago

Indian hospitality gets crowned on world stage

Inside the Indian Hotels on The World's 50 Best Hotels 2025 Extended List.

12 days ago

BJP fields late Devender Rana's daughter for Nagrota constituency; Aga Syed gets Budgam

Ending all speculation, the BJP on Wednesday announced Devyani Rana, daughter of the late Devender Singh Rana, as its candidate for the upcoming by-election to the Nagrota Assembly constituency. Aga Syed Mohsin has been nominated for the Budgam seat.

12 days ago

J&K: Sajad Lone voices concern over steep hike in electricity bills

Sajad Lone's boycott from polls a boost for BJP in J&K Rajya Sabha elections

Sajad Gani Lone has announced his decision to abstain from voting in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections — a move that, according to political observers, could benefit the BJP candidate. While Lone accused CM Omar Abdullah of denying Congress a seat at the behest of the BJP, his boycott is expected to weaken the opposition's prospects.

12 days ago

Ladakh groups' veiled warning to Centre, demand action to resume dialogue

Agitating groups of Ladakh have issued a warning to the Union Government over stalled dialogue following the September 24 incident. They demanded a judicial inquiry, release of all detainees, compensation for victims, and talks focused on the Sixth Schedule and statehood.

12 days ago

Jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik seeks court nod to attend assembly; vote in Rajya Sabha polls

Jailed AAP MLA from Doda, Mehraj Din Malik, has approached the Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh High Court seeking permission to attend the upcoming Assembly session and cast his vote in the Rajya Sabha elections. Malik's vote is crucial for the National Conference's fourth Rajya Sabha candidate.

13 days ago

Security forces foil infiltration bid along LoC in Kupwara; two infiltrators killed

Security forces foiled an infiltration attempt along the LoC in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, killing two terrorists in the Machhal sector. Acting on specific intelligence provided by Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Army launched a joint operation and engaged the infiltrators in a fierce gunfight.

13 days ago

NC fields four candidates, BJP three for J&K RS seats; two independents likely to be disqualified amid scrutiny

With the deadline for filing nominations over, the stage is set for a multi-cornered contest for four Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir. Nine candidates, including four from the ruling National Conference and three from the BJP, have entered the fray.

13 days ago

Coalition rift deepens in J&K; Congress rejects "risky" Rajya Sabha seat, wants safer alternative

The fragile alliance between Congress and the National Conference hit turbulence after Congress refused to contest the Rajya Sabha election from the "risky" seat offered under the third notification.

14 days ago

BJP Names Three for Rajya Sabha from J&K, Only Sat Pal Sharma Seen in Winning Position

Ending weeks of speculation, the BJP on Sunday declared its candidates for three Rajya Sabha seats from J&K. The party's Central Election Committee approved Dr. Ali Mohammad Mir, Rakesh Mahajan, and J&K BJP president Sat Pal Sharma for the upcoming biennial elections, to be held under three separate notifications.

15 days ago

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Jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik to cast Rajya Sabha vote via postal ballot

Ladakh groups announce silent marches, blackout on Saturday to protest September 24 violence

NC offers Nagrota seat to Congress to save coalition amid growing rift

Omar Abdullah revives age-old Darbar Move tradition after four years

As Omar Abdullah Completes One Year in Office, Mehbooba Mufti Alleges Betrayal of Public Trust

Congress caught in crossfire after NC 'backtracks' on Rajya Sabha seat deal

Indian hospitality gets crowned on world stage

BJP fields late Devender Rana's daughter for Nagrota constituency; Aga Syed gets Budgam

Sajad Lone's boycott from polls a boost for BJP in J&K Rajya Sabha elections

Ladakh groups' veiled warning to Centre, demand action to resume dialogue

Jailed AAP MLA Mehraj Malik seeks court nod to attend assembly; vote in Rajya Sabha polls

Security forces foil infiltration bid along LoC in Kupwara; two infiltrators killed

NC fields four candidates, BJP three for J&K RS seats; two independents likely to be disqualified amid scrutiny

Coalition rift deepens in J&K; Congress rejects "risky" Rajya Sabha seat, wants safer alternative

BJP Names Three for Rajya Sabha from J&K, Only Sat Pal Sharma Seen in Winning Position

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh