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Congress hits out at NC after historic Budgam loss amid ongoing conflict

The ruling National Conference suffered a historic setback in the Budgam Assembly by-election, losing the seat for the first time in Jammu and Kashmir's political history. The Congress, visibly displeased with its coalition partner, blamed the defeat on unfulfilled promises and alleged administrative misconduct.

Nov 16, 2025

Video Shows Impact Of Blast At J&K Police Station. Bodies Found 300 Metres Away

Nowgam Police Station Blast in J&K Confirmed as Accidental Explosion

A high-intensity accidental explosion at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar late Friday night claimed nine lives and injured 29 others, including police personnel, forensic experts, and civilians.

Nov 15, 2025

Historic Upset: PDP Stuns NC, Wins Budgam Seat for the First Time

In a landmark political upset, the PDP wrested the Budgam Assembly seat from the ruling NC, marking the first-ever NC defeat in the constituency's electoral history. PDP candidate Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi won by 4,478 votes, securing 21,576 against NC's Aga Syed Mehmood, who polled 17,098.

Nov 15, 2025

'Political suicide': Omar Abdullah rebukes Rahullah after Budgam loss; NC's internal rift deepens

The NC's defeat in Budgam triggered a sharp exchange between Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and party MP Aga Syed Rahullah Mehdi. Omar accused Rahullah of committing "political suicide" by refusing to campaign for the NC candidate, while Rahullah indirectly blamed "arrogance" within the party for the loss.

Nov 14, 2025

BJP retains J&K's Nagrota seat; Divyani Rana wins by 24,647 votes

The BJP scored a major victory in J&K as Divyani Rana won the Nagrota Assembly by-election by a margin of 24,647 votes, retaining the seat held by her late father, Devender Singh Rana. Divyani secured 42,350 votes, defeating Harsh Dev Singh of the Panthers Party, who polled 17,703 votes, while NC's Shamim Begum finished third with 10,872 votes.

Nov 14, 2025

Delhi blast accused Dr. Umar Nabi's house demolished in Pulwama after DNA links him to Red Fort explosion

Security forces early Friday demolished the Pulwama home of Dr. Umar Nabi after DNA analysis confirmed his involvement in the deadly blast near Delhi's Red Fort that killed 13 people. Umar, a doctor at Al-Falah University, was identified as the driver of the explosive-laden Hyundai i20 that blew up near Netaji Subhash Marg.

Nov 14, 2025

Alliance on edge: Congress keeps NC pact on hold pending Bihar outcome

On the eve of vote counting for the Bihar Assembly polls and two J&K by-elections, senior Congress leaders met in Srinagar to assess the political situation and alliance tensions with the National Conference.

Nov 14, 2025

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar meets Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in Srinagar, calls for peace and compassion

In a rare meeting symbolising dialogue and reconciliation, Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar met Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in Srinagar to discuss peace, compassion, and interfaith harmony.

Nov 14, 2025

Terror-linked ex-DAK president hired by Al-Falah University; J&K CM Omar seeks action

Under scrutiny following the busting of the "White Coat Terror" module, Al-Falah University in Haryana has come under fire for employing former Doctors Association of Kashmir (DAK) president Dr. Nisar-ul-Hassan, who was earlier dismissed from government service over alleged links with terrorist organisations.

Nov 13, 2025

Two-storey house, land in Srinagar attached under UAPA; ex-Bar chief accused of aiding terror activities

In a decisive crackdown, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached the residential property of advocate Mian Abdul Qayoom, former president of the Kashmir High Court Bar Association, for alleged involvement in anti-national activities and links with banned terror groups.

Nov 13, 2025

A date in Mumbai with Odette from Singapore

Chef Julien Royer's celebrated French fine-dining restaurant, Odette's pop-up at The Oberoi, Mumbai, was an experience to remember!

Nov 12, 2025

Crackdown on all hospital lockers underway after AK-47 discovery from GMC Anantnag

Three days after police recovered an AK-47 rifle from a doctor's locker at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag, the Administrator of Associated Hospitals, GMC Srinagar, has ordered all staff to identify and label their lockers within three days.

Nov 11, 2025

J&K scripts history, defeats Delhi for first time in Ranji Trophy; Qamran's unbeaten 133 seals glory

Jammu and Kashmir created history in domestic cricket by defeating Delhi for the first time in Ranji Trophy history. Powered by a magnificent unbeaten 133 from opener Qamran Iqbal and key contributions from veterans Paras Dogra and Auqib Nabi, J&K chased down 179 to register a seven-wicket victory.

Nov 11, 2025

India receives global support after deadly Delhi blast

Kashmir unites in condemnation of Delhi blast; Political, religious leaders call it 'attack on humanity'

Political, religious, and social leaders across Jammu and Kashmir strongly condemned the deadly car blast near Delhi's Red Fort that killed 13 and injured more than 24 people.

Nov 11, 2025

Former LBA chief flags under-representation of Buddhists amid fresh row in Ladakh dialogue

A fresh controversy has erupted in Ladakh following the resumption of talks between the agitating groups and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), after former Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) president Dr. Tondup Tsewang Chhospa alleged inadequate representation of Buddhists in the dialogue process.

Nov 10, 2025

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Congress hits out at NC after historic Budgam loss amid ongoing conflict

Nowgam Police Station Blast in J&K Confirmed as Accidental Explosion

Historic Upset: PDP Stuns NC, Wins Budgam Seat for the First Time

'Political suicide': Omar Abdullah rebukes Rahullah after Budgam loss; NC's internal rift deepens

BJP retains J&K's Nagrota seat; Divyani Rana wins by 24,647 votes

Delhi blast accused Dr. Umar Nabi's house demolished in Pulwama after DNA links him to Red Fort explosion

Alliance on edge: Congress keeps NC pact on hold pending Bihar outcome

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar meets Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in Srinagar, calls for peace and compassion

Terror-linked ex-DAK president hired by Al-Falah University; J&K CM Omar seeks action

Two-storey house, land in Srinagar attached under UAPA; ex-Bar chief accused of aiding terror activities

A date in Mumbai with Odette from Singapore

Crackdown on all hospital lockers underway after AK-47 discovery from GMC Anantnag

J&K scripts history, defeats Delhi for first time in Ranji Trophy; Qamran's unbeaten 133 seals glory

Kashmir unites in condemnation of Delhi blast; Political, religious leaders call it 'attack on humanity'

Former LBA chief flags under-representation of Buddhists amid fresh row in Ladakh dialogue

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