Jammu and Kashmir

"Time to Move On": Separatist Leader Calls on Kashmiri Youth to Embrace India

In a significant departure from separatist rhetoric, Bilal Gani Lone, chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Independent Movement and a key constituent of the Hurriyat Conference, declared that the separatist alliance has lost its relevance and public trust.

Jul 19, 2025

Congress Faces Backlash in Ladakh Over Omission of Statehood Demand in Letter to PM

A joint letter by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding statehood for J&K and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh, has triggered resentment in Ladakh. Sajad Kargili of the Kargil Democratic Alliance expressed disappointment over the omission of Ladakh's statehood demand, reminding Rahul Gandhi of his earlier promises made during his 2023 visit.

Jul 19, 2025

US Designates 'The Resistance Front' as a Global Terrorist Group After Pahalgam Attack

In a major development, the US State Department has designated The Resistance Front (TRF) as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) group. The announcement follows the group's claim of responsibility for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians in Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 19, 2025

Kavinder Gupta Sworn in as Ladakh LG, Faces Immediate Challenge of Ongoing Agitation

Kavinder Gupta was sworn in as the third Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh at a ceremony held at the LG Secretariat in Leh. Administered the oath by Chief Justice Arun Palli, Gupta takes over from Brigadier (Dr) B.D. Mishra (Retd).

Jul 19, 2025

J&K LG launches first-ever Sainik Sahayta Kendra for soldiers' civilian grievances

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has approved the establishment of the Sainik Sahayta Kendra—a first-of-its-kind institutional platform aimed at addressing civilian grievances of serving personnel from the Indian Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces

Jul 18, 2025

Congress steps up J&K statehood campaign, says restoration impossible without its role

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Thursday declared to intensify the campaign for the restoration of full statehood for J&K. The Party asserts that the move is not possible without the party's intervention.

Jul 18, 2025

India's upgraded Akash missile nails targets in Himalayan skies with precision at 4,500m

In a major boost to India's air defence capabilities, the Indian Army successfully tested the upgraded Akash Prime missile system in Ladakh, destroying two high-speed unmanned aerial targets at high altitude.

Jul 17, 2025

J&K is no longer driven by fear but by hope, opportunity, and development: LG Manoj Sinha

In a wide-ranging interview marking his five-year tenure as the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha declared that the authority of the Indian state has been fully established in the Union Territory. He highlighted the transformation of the region from one marred by violence to one driven by aspirations, development, and peace.

Jul 17, 2025

"I've to deliver results, task is challenging," says Ladakh's new LG Kavinder Gupta

Newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, on Wednesday described his role as both challenging and deeply significant, emphasizing that performance—not position—will define his tenure.

Jul 16, 2025

Narco-terrorism, not just smuggling of arms, drugs; it's proxy war unleashed by adversaries: J&K HC

In a significant order, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismissed the bail plea of a juvenile accused of participating in a cross-border narco-terror module. Justice Rajesh Sekhri observed that narco-terrorism has evolved into a new front of proxy war, with adversaries across the border using narcotics as terror currency to destabilize India's social and economic fabric.

Jul 16, 2025

High time to restore J&K's statehood: Omar Abdullah thanks Kharge, Rahul for writing to PM

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has welcomed the joint letter by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.

Jul 16, 2025

'Bring legislation in Monsoon Session to grant statehood to J&K': Rahul, Kharge write to PM Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi have jointly written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pressing for the passage of a bill to grant statehood to the UT.

Jul 16, 2025

Omar Abdullah demands accountability in Pahalgam carnage after LG admits security lapse

The aftermath of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 unarmed civilians, continues to reverberate across India. J&K LG Manoj Sinha acknowledged that the massacre stemmed from a grave security lapse. CM Omar Abdullah responded with a strong call for accountability.

Jul 15, 2025

Five dead, 17 injured as passenger vehicle plunges into gorge in J&K's Doda

In a tragic road accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, at least five people, including a woman, lost their lives, and 17 others sustained injuries when an overloaded Tempo Traveller skidded off the Doda-Bharth road and fell into a deep gorge near Ponda village.

Jul 15, 2025

Restore July 13, December 5 public holidays: Omar Abdullah govt to L-G

Omar alleges manhandling by forces at Mazar-e-Shuhada; stopped from paying tribute to 1931 martyrs

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has alleged that he was manhandled and obstructed by security forces while attempting to offer prayers at the Mazar-e-Shuhada graveyard in Srinagar. A video shared by Abdullah sparked outrage, with the National Conference condemning the incident as a direct assault on democratic rights.

Jul 14, 2025

Who is Kavinder Gupta: J&K's ex-Dy CM appointed Ladakh's new LG

In a significant political development, veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Kavinder Bhushan Gupta, has been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.

Jul 14, 2025

Khelo India Water Sports Games: J&K's Bilquis Mir to direct India's first water sports games

In a proud moment for J&K, Bilquis Mir—India's first woman Olympic jury member and a pioneer in water sports—has been appointed as the Competition Director for the inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Games, scheduled in Srinagar from August 21 to 23, 2025.

Jul 14, 2025

Omar compares July 13, 1931 incident to Jallianwala Bagh massacre; sparks row

A political storm erupted after J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah equated the July 13, 1931 incident in Srinagar with the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Reacting sharply, the BJP accused Omar of insulting India's freedom fighters by comparing them to what it termed "communal rioters."

Jul 14, 2025

Over 40 appointment letters handed to next of kin of J&K terror victim families in 15 days

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has fulfilled his promise to terror victim families in Jammu and Kashmir by handing over appointment letters to 40 eligible next of kin in Baramulla, just 15 days after meeting them.

Jul 13, 2025

No permission to visit 'Martyrs Graveyard' in J&K's Srinagar city

Following the DM's order, police in Srinagar issued an advisory warning that any breach of the order would lead to strict legal action under applicable provisions of law and the general public was advised to strictly comply with these instructions and refrain from violating the orders issued by the district administration.

Jul 13, 2025

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Jammu and Kashmir

"Time to Move On": Separatist Leader Calls on Kashmiri Youth to Embrace India

Congress Faces Backlash in Ladakh Over Omission of Statehood Demand in Letter to PM

US Designates 'The Resistance Front' as a Global Terrorist Group After Pahalgam Attack

Kavinder Gupta Sworn in as Ladakh LG, Faces Immediate Challenge of Ongoing Agitation

J&K LG launches first-ever Sainik Sahayta Kendra for soldiers' civilian grievances

Congress steps up J&K statehood campaign, says restoration impossible without its role

India's upgraded Akash missile nails targets in Himalayan skies with precision at 4,500m

J&K is no longer driven by fear but by hope, opportunity, and development: LG Manoj Sinha

"I've to deliver results, task is challenging," says Ladakh's new LG Kavinder Gupta

Narco-terrorism, not just smuggling of arms, drugs; it's proxy war unleashed by adversaries: J&K HC

High time to restore J&K's statehood: Omar Abdullah thanks Kharge, Rahul for writing to PM

'Bring legislation in Monsoon Session to grant statehood to J&K': Rahul, Kharge write to PM Modi

Omar Abdullah demands accountability in Pahalgam carnage after LG admits security lapse

Five dead, 17 injured as passenger vehicle plunges into gorge in J&K's Doda

Omar alleges manhandling by forces at Mazar-e-Shuhada; stopped from paying tribute to 1931 martyrs

Who is Kavinder Gupta: J&K's ex-Dy CM appointed Ladakh's new LG

Khelo India Water Sports Games: J&K's Bilquis Mir to direct India's first water sports games

Omar compares July 13, 1931 incident to Jallianwala Bagh massacre; sparks row

Over 40 appointment letters handed to next of kin of J&K terror victim families in 15 days

No permission to visit 'Martyrs Graveyard' in J&K's Srinagar city

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