Ruckus mars proceedings in J&K Assembly as NC, BJP members clash with each other

J&K Assembly Erupts Over Sheikh Abdullah, Maharaja Hari Singh Holiday Row

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed heated exchanges on Tuesday after NC MLA Abdul Majeed Larmi demanded restoration of holidays linked to Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah and suggested reconsidering the holiday marking Maharaja Hari Singh's birth anniversary. The demand triggered strong protests and sloganeering by BJP legislators, with the Speaker intervening to restore order. 3 days ago
BJP

NC-BJP Showdown Rocks Srinagar as Rival Camps Take to Streets

The ruling National Conference and opposition BJP staged parallel demonstrations in Srinagar, trading accusations over governance, unfulfilled promises and statehood as police detained activists and blocked both marches from reaching their targets. 23 days ago
Partition

Partition Wounds Remain Unhealed, J&K LG Sinha Calls for Unity, Harmony and National Resolve

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, while observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Srinagar, paid tribute to the millions who suffered during the 1947 Partition and said its wounds continue to linger in India's collective consciousness. He urged people, particularly the youth, to learn from the past, reject communal bitterness and work towards peace, harmony, national unity and a Viksit Bharat Aug 14, 2026
LG Manoj Sinha

Terror Ecosystem Dismantled, Equal Rights Restored After Article 370 Abrogation, Says J&K LG

Marking the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said the terror ecosystem has been dismantled to a large extent, discriminatory laws have been removed, and equal rights restored. He handed over appointment letters to 37 next of kin of civilians killed by terrorists, reaffirming the government's commitment to justice, peace, and inclusive development in Jammu and Kashmir. Aug 5, 2026
Mehbooba Mufti

At Jantar Mantar Protest, Mehbooba Mufti Links Students' Movement to Article 370

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti joined protesting students at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, backing their demands while reviving the debate over the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35-A. Calling the August 5, 2019 decision unconstitutional, she accused the Centre of undermining democracy, demanded the resignation of the minister concerned, and said India's youth would play a decisive role in safeguarding the Constitution. Jul 23, 2026
Omar Abdullah

NC Stage Delhi Protest for J&K Statehood, Omar Says 'Movement Has Just Begun'

The National Conference and Congress staged a protest in New Delhi, demanding the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood after being prevented from reaching Jantar Mantar. Omar Abdullah accused the Centre of reneging on its promise, while Farooq Abdullah urged the Union Government to honour its commitment. Jul 20, 2026
Gupkar Alliance

J&K Parties Split Over NC's Jantar Mantar Protest as PDP Seeks Article 370 Agenda

Political parties in Jammu and Kashmir remain divided over the National Conference's July 20 Jantar Mantar protest for statehood restoration. While Congress has extended support, the PDP has demanded inclusion of Article 370 restoration and the release of political prisoners, and the JKPC and Apni Party have declined to participate. Jul 18, 2026
Tariq Hamid Karra

Cong to Join NC's Jantar Mantar Protest, Asserts It Led Statehood Movement Since 2024

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress has announced its participation in the National Conference's July 20 Jantar Mantar protest demanding restoration of statehood, while organising its own march in Jammu on July 19. JKPCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra said Congress has been leading the statehood movement since October 2024 and will intensify its agitation if the Centre delays restoring full statehood. Jul 17, 2026