Jammu and Kashmir

J&K: 4 ISIS terrorists, including top commander, gunned down by security forces in Anantnag encounter

Following news of four militants hiding in a village, security forces engaged in a gunfight leading to the death of a civilian, a policeman and two militants. The operation to clear out the other two is currently underway.

Jun 22, 2018

NSG commandos to be deployed for anti-terror operations in J&K

Terror activities have increased exponentially in Jammu and Kashmir especially since Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani was killed by the security forces on July 8, 2016.

Jun 22, 2018

Governor's rule in J&K: Assembly placed in suspended animation

It has made way for preparations to hold early elections in Jammu and Kashmir. Governor NN Vohra announced the decision after BJP split from PDP and Mufti resigned as Chief Minister.

Jun 20, 2018

President Kovind approves imposition of Governor's rule in J&K

Chhattisgarh IAS officer transferred to J&K following imposition of governor's rule

Additional Chief Secretary has been BVR Subramanyam appointed to Jammu and Kashmir, though his role is yet to be disclosed. He served as the personal secretary of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh from 2002 to 2007.

Jun 20, 2018

Ramn Nath Kovind swearing-in as President of India

President approves governor's rule in J&K after BJP pulls out of coalition with PDP

President Ram Nath Kovind has approved the imposition of Governor's rule in Jammu and Kashmir with immediate effect. The move comes after BJP exited from PDP coalition and Mehbooba Mufti resigned as CM on Tuesday.

Jun 20, 2018

More than 30 have been killed in Kashmir violence

3 Jaish-e-Muhammad militants killed in Jammu and Kashmir

This was the first such incident after the Bharatiya Janata party withdrew support from the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)-led coalition government headed by Mehbooba Mufti.

Jun 20, 2018

Ceasefire in Kashmir will not be extended post Eid: Centre

The ceasefire announced on May 16 on the occasion of Ramadan. There was unrest in various parts of Kashmir on the occasion, including the Eidgah area in Srinagar. According to the Centre, Indian forces "showed restraint" despite grave provocation from protestors.

Jun 17, 2018

Indian Army paying tribute to Rifleman Aurangzeb

Aurangzeb murdered for being Major Rohit Shukla's Buddy?

Aurangzeb was on his way to celebrate Eid with his family when he was abducted and murdered by militants in J&K.

Jun 17, 2018

Youth killed in Kashmir clashes; Eid celebrations muted as violence rocks the valley

A young man was killed as stone pelters reportedly clashed with security forces in a town near Srinagar. An Indian soldier too was shot by a Pakistani sniper in the early hours of the day in Rajouri. Riots broke out in other parts of the valley.

Jun 16, 2018

Killers of Kashmir journalists have never been caught – will Bukhari's killers too get away?

Shujaat Bukhari, editor-in-chief of the English daily Rising Kashmir had survived two assassinations attempts before the government provided him personal security guards.

Jun 15, 2018

Eid ul Fitr 2016: When will Eid be celebrated in India and other countries?

Confusion over Eid date leads to chaos in J&K markets

Shoppers in towns of J&K turn unruly over a rumour of moon sighting tonight, rather than Saturday.

Jun 14, 2018

Kashmir filmmakers seek Bollywood's support to revive cinema in the Valley

The festival would showcase 45 films from around the world including Italy, the US, Iran, Korea, Poland, Turkey, Japan and Nepal.

Jun 13, 2018

Four BSF troopers killed in Pakistan firing on Jammu and Kashmir border

The Pakistan ceasefire violation has happened days before the annual 'Urs' (festival) at the Baba Chamliyal shrine in the Ramgarh Sector. The Urs festival is scheduled for June 28.

Jun 13, 2018

Militant attack in Pulwama leaves two policemen dead

Militants attacked police guards at Pulwama's Court Complex and escaped with service rifles. The attack has left two dead and one injured.

Jun 12, 2018

Cardiac patients in remote villages of Kashmir get lifeline through WhatsApp

The doctors posted in remote areas of Jammu and Kashmir have been saving lives of hundreds of patients under the 'Save Hearts Initiative' launched by the Directorate of Health Services last December.

Jun 11, 2018

Why are families of Kashmiri militants supporting their will to die?

The new trend picked up after the death of top Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani in 2016. His father, a school headmaster, had expressed no sorrow over his demise.

Jun 9, 2018

Weapon snatching by militants on rise in Kashmir

The weapon snatching incidents have become a headache for security establishment in Kashmir. Recently, the Jammu and Kashmir Police had blamed the overuse of mobile phones by its field personals for the rise of weapon snatching incidents.

Jun 9, 2018

File photo of Indian Border Security Force (BSF) soldiers patrol over a footbridge near the Line of Control (LoC), a ceasefire line dividing Kashmir between India and Pakistan, at Sabjiyan sector of Poonch district.

After Ramzan ceasefire, politicos demand for dialogue with separatists, Pakistan

Omar Abdullah, the former Chief Minster and opposition leader said that, Ramadan ceasefire should be followed by talks with Hurriyat and other stakeholders in the State.

Jun 8, 2018

Home Minister Rajnath Singh in Kashmir amid expectations of Ramadan ceasefire extension

The government announced a unilateral ceasefire in Kashmir on May 16 in wake of Holy month of Ramadan. Media reports suggest that at least 50 people have been injured in 15 grenade attacks since the ceasefire began.

Jun 8, 2018

This is why Mehbooba's amnesty to stone-pelters in Kashmir has been challenged by central govt

In November last year, Mehbooba Mufti, the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, had announced the withdrawal of cases against the youths of Kashmir involved in stone-pelting incidents for the first time.

Jun 7, 2018

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Jammu and Kashmir

J&K: 4 ISIS terrorists, including top commander, gunned down by security forces in Anantnag encounter

NSG commandos to be deployed for anti-terror operations in J&K

Governor's rule in J&K: Assembly placed in suspended animation

Chhattisgarh IAS officer transferred to J&K following imposition of governor's rule

President approves governor's rule in J&K after BJP pulls out of coalition with PDP

3 Jaish-e-Muhammad militants killed in Jammu and Kashmir

Ceasefire in Kashmir will not be extended post Eid: Centre

Aurangzeb murdered for being Major Rohit Shukla's Buddy?

Youth killed in Kashmir clashes; Eid celebrations muted as violence rocks the valley

Killers of Kashmir journalists have never been caught – will Bukhari's killers too get away?

Confusion over Eid date leads to chaos in J&K markets

Kashmir filmmakers seek Bollywood's support to revive cinema in the Valley

Four BSF troopers killed in Pakistan firing on Jammu and Kashmir border

Militant attack in Pulwama leaves two policemen dead

Cardiac patients in remote villages of Kashmir get lifeline through WhatsApp

Why are families of Kashmiri militants supporting their will to die?

Weapon snatching by militants on rise in Kashmir

After Ramzan ceasefire, politicos demand for dialogue with separatists, Pakistan

Home Minister Rajnath Singh in Kashmir amid expectations of Ramadan ceasefire extension

This is why Mehbooba's amnesty to stone-pelters in Kashmir has been challenged by central govt

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