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Historic Milestone: Mithun Manhas Elected BCCI President, Jammu Celebrates

Jammu rejoiced as Mithun Manhas, a native of Bhalessa in Doda district, was unanimously elected as the new President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He becomes the first person from Jammu and Kashmir and the first uncapped cricketer to head the cricket board.

Sep 28, 2025

Infiltration attempt foiled on LoC; One Pak terrorist arrested, another killed in Uri

Security Forces Foil Infiltration Bid in North Kashmir's Kupwara, Two Terrorists Killed

Security forces on Sunday morning foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in north Kashmir's Kupwara district, killing two terrorists near Hyder Post in the Keran sector. The identity of the slain terrorists is being ascertained.

Sep 28, 2025

Now PoJK refugees demand inclusion in scheduled tribe list of J&K

A fresh controversy has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir as refugees from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) demanded Scheduled Tribe (ST) status, accusing the government of discriminatory exclusion

Sep 27, 2025

Sonam Wangchuk under lens for suspected links with PAK Agent: Ladakh DGP

Ladakh DGP S.D. Singh Jamwal accused climate activist Sonam Wangchuk of being the key conspirator behind the September 24 violence in Leh, which left four civilians dead and scores injured. The DGP said Wangchuk's alleged links with a recently arrested Pakistani intelligence operative are under investigation.

Sep 27, 2025

J&K HC adjourns hearing on challenge to "unconstitutional" nomination of five MLAs; hearing on Oct 16

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court on Friday adjourned the hearing of a petition challenging the nomination of five MLAs under the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019. The case, filed by Congress leader Ravinder Sharma, questions the constitutionality of empowering the Lieutenant Governor to nominate legislators without consulting the elected government.

Sep 27, 2025

MHA blames climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, others for provoking youth to violence in Leh

Sonam Wangchuk shifted to Jodhpur jail under NSA over Leh violence

Arrested under the NSA, Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Jodhpur Jail in Rajasthan amid tight security. The Ladakh administration said Wangchuk's "provocative speeches and videos" triggered the September 24 Leh violence that left four people dead and dozens injured.

Sep 27, 2025

LAB calls Leh violence "spontaneous youth outburst", denies Congress, Sonam Wangchuk's role in clashes

Soon after the arrest of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, the Leh Apex Body (LAB) described the September 24 violence as a spontaneous reaction of angry youth, triggered after two hunger strike participants were hospitalized.

Sep 26, 2025

Centre initiates dialogue with agitating Ladakh groups amid Leh violence; Delhi meet next month

After violent protests in Leh, representatives of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) held talks with the Union Home Ministry. Both groups will attend a preparatory meeting in New Delhi on September 27 or 28, ahead of the High-Powered Committee dialogue scheduled for October 6.

Sep 26, 2025

Four killed, 61 injured; Indefinite curfew imposed in Leh after unprecedented violence

Leh witnessed unprecedented violence on September 24, leaving four dead and 61 injured, after a bandh call by the youth wing of the Leh Apex Body turned violent. Authorities imposed an indefinite curfew following large-scale arson, including attacks on the BJP office and a police vehicle.

Sep 24, 2025

J&K HC admits habeas corpus plea of MLA Mehraj Malik against PSA detention; Rs 5cr compensation sought

The Court on Wednesday admitted a habeas corpus petition filed by Doda (East) MLA Mehraj Din Malik, challenging his preventive detention under the PSA. Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul issued notices to the J&K Government and other respondents, directing them to file their response by October 14.

Sep 24, 2025

Peace protest turns violent in Leh: Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike amid clashes

Leh witnessed a sudden outbreak of violence as a bandh call by the youth wing of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) turned violent, leading to stone-pelting, arson, and attacks on the BJP office and the LAHDC headquarters. Several vehicles and office properties were set ablaze, forcing police and paramilitary forces to use teargas to disperse crowds.

Sep 24, 2025

Tricked and trapped in war zone, two Jammu youth plead for help amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

A humanitarian crisis has shaken Akhnoor in Jammu and Kashmir, where two young men, Sachin Khajuria and Sumit Sharma, remain trapped in the Russia-Ukraine war zone after being duped by fraudulent agents.

Sep 23, 2025

NC defiant amid resignation row; alleges PDP-BJP 'secret setting' in J&K

Amid mounting political tensions, the National Conference has rejected calls for resignation, with Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary accusing the PDP and BJP of maintaining an undeclared alliance to weaken the Omar Abdullah-led government.

Sep 23, 2025

NC defends Omar's leadership; Congress accuses party of shirking responsibilities amid crisis

The political divide between the ruling National Conference (NC) and the opposition Congress has deepened following sharp exchanges over the government's handling of recent floods and the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway.

Sep 23, 2025

Floods, cloudbursts devastate Jammu: Over 12,000 houses damaged, 150 lives lost

The recent floods and cloudbursts in the Jammu region have left a trail of devastation, with over 4,200 houses completely destroyed and more than 8,600 partially damaged. According to official data, 150 people lost their lives, 178 were injured, and 33 remain missing, with Kishtwar recording the highest casualties.

Sep 23, 2025

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Historic Milestone: Mithun Manhas Elected BCCI President, Jammu Celebrates

Security Forces Foil Infiltration Bid in North Kashmir's Kupwara, Two Terrorists Killed

Now PoJK refugees demand inclusion in scheduled tribe list of J&K

Sonam Wangchuk under lens for suspected links with PAK Agent: Ladakh DGP

J&K HC adjourns hearing on challenge to "unconstitutional" nomination of five MLAs; hearing on Oct 16

Sonam Wangchuk shifted to Jodhpur jail under NSA over Leh violence

LAB calls Leh violence "spontaneous youth outburst", denies Congress, Sonam Wangchuk's role in clashes

Centre initiates dialogue with agitating Ladakh groups amid Leh violence; Delhi meet next month

Four killed, 61 injured; Indefinite curfew imposed in Leh after unprecedented violence

J&K HC admits habeas corpus plea of MLA Mehraj Malik against PSA detention; Rs 5cr compensation sought

Peace protest turns violent in Leh: Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike amid clashes

Tricked and trapped in war zone, two Jammu youth plead for help amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

NC defiant amid resignation row; alleges PDP-BJP 'secret setting' in J&K

NC defends Omar's leadership; Congress accuses party of shirking responsibilities amid crisis

Floods, cloudbursts devastate Jammu: Over 12,000 houses damaged, 150 lives lost

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