Jammu and Kashmir

CPI-M accuses Modi government of damaging national unity

The party accused the Centre of bringing down the government in Jammu and Kashmir and failing to initiate dialogue with separatists in the state.

Jun 28, 2018

Surjewala accuses Centre of using September 2016 surgical strikes video as 'political fodder'

Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala has accused the Modi government of exploiting the Indian army's bravery for their gain. He listed out eight other similar incidents, before Narendra Modi assumed the office, that was not politicised by the UPA government.

Jun 28, 2018

Amarnath Yatra: Security forces use RFID tags to track vehicles

CPRF forces have set up a monitoring station, four sub-stations to track all vehicles heading for Amarnath. RFID tags to be installed on all vehicles as security has been beefed up following last year's attack.

Jun 27, 2018

Kashmir SPO with AK-47 rifle goes missing; joins Hizbul Mujahideen

The SPO, who was carrying an AK-47 rifle, went missing in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday morning.

Jun 27, 2018

Amarnath pilgrims have nothing to worry about, 'you are our guests and safe,' says Hizbul Mujahideen

In an audio clip, the Hizbul Mujahideen said it has no plans to carry out any attack and Amarnath pilgrims could even travel without any kind of security cover. The message also said that the group has never attacked pilgrims and added that Kashmiri Pandits too could return to their homes in Kashmir

Jun 27, 2018

Amarnath Yatra 2018: First batch of pilgrims leaves for Kashmir amid high security

The 60-day Yatra will end on August 26, coinciding with the Shravan Purnima festival.

Jun 27, 2018

Army begins anti-terrorist ops in Kashmir; nine killed

At least two Lashkar-e Taiba militants have been shot dead while a third one has surrendered.

Jun 25, 2018

BJP leader Chaudhary Lal Singh warns journalists in Jammu and Kashmir of 'Shujaat-like' incident

Chaudhary Lal Singh, a former minister in the Mehbooba-lead J&K government, warned journalists of creating a 'false atmosphere' regarding the Kathua rape case. He has demanded CBI probe into the incident.

Jun 23, 2018

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

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

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

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

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

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