Dinesh Manhotra

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Sunil Sharma

BJP Rejects NC's Joint Statehood Protest Plan, Calls Campaign an 'Eyewash'

The BJP on Wednesday rejected the National Conference's proposal to jointly participate in a protest at Jantar Mantar during Parliament's Monsoon Session, describing the ruling party's statehood campaign as an "eyewash." Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma accused the NC government of failing to fulfil its election promises and attempting to divert attention from governance issues. 25 days ago
PoJK

32 Unarmed Civilians Killed in PoJK: IHRF Demands Independent Impartial Investigation

The International Human Rights Foundation has strongly condemned Pakistan's crackdown on peaceful protesters in PoJK, alleging that 32 civilians were killed by security forces between June 8 and 16, 2026. The organization has demanded an independent international investigation into the deaths, including the alleged extrajudicial killing of activist Shahzeb Habib. 25 days ago
Vikar Rasool Wani

Inquiry Panel Effect: Congress Rebels in J&K Shift to Wait-and-Watch Mode

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress dissident camp led by Vikar Rasool Wani has temporarily suspended its planned rallies and political programmes following a stern warning from the party high command and the formation of a three-member inquiry committee to investigate allegations of indiscipline. 26 days ago
LG Manoj Sinha

155 Drug Hotspots Identified, 701 Peddlers Arrested Under Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan

Authorities have identified 155 drug hotspots across Jammu division and arrested 701 drug peddlers as part of the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan. During a high-level review meeting officials revealed that 598 FIRs had been registered, narcotics worth large quantities seized, and properties worth over ₹45 crore attached or demolished. 26 days ago
Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah Confident on Statehood, But NC to Hold Protest at Jantar Mantar During Monsoon Session

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has reiterated that the National Conference will go ahead with its planned protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on the opening day of Parliament's Monsoon Session to demand the restoration of statehood. While expressing hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will fulfil the aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar said there has been no change in the party's protest programme. 27 days ago
Indian oil companies raised petrol and diesel prices

Jammu Set to Get Piped Cooking Gas This Year as Gurdaspur–Jammu Pipeline Nears Completion

Residents of Jammu and adjoining areas are set to receive cooking gas through piped connections as the ₹237-crore Gurdaspur–Jammu Natural Gas Pipeline Project enters its final phase. With nearly 90 per cent of the work completed, the project is expected to be commissioned next month, paving the way for the supply of piped natural gas (PNG) to households and increased availability of CNG for vehicles. 28 days ago
Troops on LoC

NC Leaders Demand AFSPA Revocation in J&K After Amit Shah's Northeast Announcement

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement that the AFSPA will be withdrawn from most Northeastern states next year has reignited the debate over the law in J&K. National Conference leaders, including Minister Sakina Itoo and Chief Minister's Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, have urged the Centre to revoke AFSPA from J&K first, arguing that the security situation has improved significantly. 29 days ago
schools

14,000 Teachers Deployed for Census Duty Amid Staff Crunch, J&K Schools Hit Hard

J&K School Education Minister Sakina Itoo has expressed concern over the deployment of nearly 14,000 teachers for census duties, saying it has severely affected the functioning of government schools already grappling with a massive staff shortage. Nearly 15,000 teaching posts are already lying vacant across the Union Territory. Jun 12, 2026
Dissidents

Congress High Command Sets Up Panel to Probe Infighting in J&K Unit

Amid escalating factionalism and allegations of indiscipline within the J&K Congress, the AICC has constituted a three-member enquiry committee to investigate anti-party activities and organisational disputes in the Union Territory. The move follows the summoning of five senior J&K Congress leaders to New Delhi and comes against the backdrop of an intensifying power struggle between two factions. Jun 12, 2026
Home Minister Amit Shah

Amit Shah Reviews Amarnath Yatra Security, J&K Intensifies Preparations Ahead of July 3 Pilgrimage

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting to review security and operational arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to begin on July 3. With modern surveillance systems, enhanced intelligence coordination, deployment of advanced security equipment, and the launch of a QR code-based "Pehchaan App" for worker verification, authorities are strengthening preparations to ensure a safe, smooth, and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage. Jun 12, 2026
Protest in Kashmir

Anger Mounts in J&K Over Pakistani Crackdown on PoJK Protesters

Public outrage is growing in J&K over the use of excessive force by Pakistani authorities against protesters in PoJK. The Association of Terror Victims in Kashmir staged a protest outside the UN office in Srinagar, demanding international intervention and accountability. NC president Dr Farooq Abdullah also urged the United Nations to investigate reports of civilian killings and human rights abuses in PoJK. Jun 11, 2026
PoJK

Voices Rise in J&K Against Pakistan's Brutalities in PoJK as Mirwaiz, Rights Bodies Decry Use of Force

Separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, KDA co-chairman Sajjad Kargili and human rights groups have condemned the alleged use of excessive force by Pakistani authorities against protesters in PoJK. While mainstream political parties in J&K have largely remained silent, critics have called for accountability amid reports of civilian deaths, arrests and a widening crackdown across the region. Jun 11, 2026
Syed Salahuddin

NIA Court Issues Proclamation Against Hizbul Chief Syed Salahuddin in 1996 Terror Case

A special NIA court in Srinagar has issued a proclamation against Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin and three other accused in a 1996 terror-related case after they allegedly failed to appear despite arrest warrants. The court directed the accused to appear by July 14 and ordered the publication of the proclamation in accordance with legal procedures. Jun 11, 2026
Gulmarg Gondola

J&K Govt Orders Probe into Gulmarg Gondola Malfunction, Forms High-Level Enquiry Committee

The Jammu and Kashmir government has constituted a high-level committee to investigate the technical malfunction that left over 300 tourists stranded mid-air in the Gulmarg Gondola on May 25. The panel has been tasked with examining the sequence of events, identifying possible lapses, assessing compliance with safety standards, and recommending corrective measures. Jun 10, 2026
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