Rakesh Kumar

Para-archer Rakesh Kumar bags Arjuna Award; brings laurels to J&K

Rakesh Kumar, a para-archer from J&K's Reasi district, has been conferred the prestigious Arjuna Award by President Droupadi Murmu. Overcoming immense challenges, including a life-altering accident, Rakesh has achieved extraordinary success in para-archery, securing medals in the Asian and World Championships and the Paralympics. Jan 17, 2025
Anti-corruption bureau

Repatriation of Officers Probing High-Profile Scams Sparks Political Outcry in J&K

J&K government's decision to repatriate three Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) from the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to the Home Department has ignited a political storm. Among the recalled officers is Abdul Wahid Shah, who recently led investigations into a multi-crore scam linked to the Srinagar Smart City project. Jan 17, 2025
Z-morh tunnel

Tunnel to Controversy: Political Tempers Flare in Kashmir Amid Harsh Chillaikalan Chill

The inauguration of the Z-Morh tunnel in Sonamarg during the harsh Chillaikalan winter sparked a significant political debate in J&K. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and the conduct of free and fair assembly elections highlighted a rare moment of camaraderie between the NC-led J&K government and the BJP-led Central government. Jan 14, 2025
PM Modi to inaugurate Z-Morh tunnel in Kashmir on January 13

From 'Good-Boy' to 'Good-Girl': NC, PDP Engage in a War of Words

On the eve of the Z-Morh tunnel inauguration in Sonamarg, a political spat erupted between the ruling NC and the opposition PDP. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's social media post about reviewing preparations for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit triggered the exchange. Jan 13, 2025