Jammu and Kashmir

Mehraj Malik

NC, PDP face off over AAP MLA's arrest under PSA; political showdown ensues in J&K

The detention of AAP's lone MLA, Mehraj Din Malik, under the stringent PSA has triggered sharp reactions from both the ruling NC and opposition PDP. While the PDP accused the government of undermining democracy, Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather dismissed the claims as misleading, clarifying that neither the Assembly nor its Secretariat had a role in the arrest. Sep 9, 2025
Mehraj Malik

First sitting MLA in J&K detained under PSA for allegedly abusing officer

In a first for J&K, sitting MLA Mehraj Din Malik of the AAP has been detained under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA) for allegedly using derogatory language against a district officer. The detention has drawn sharp criticism from political leaders, with AAP and other parties condemning the move as an attack on democratic dissent and freedom of expression. Sep 8, 2025
National Emblem

Vandalism at Hazratbal Shrine ignites furore; 30 held as controversy deepens

Nearly 30 individuals were detained by Jammu and Kashmir Police following the vandalism of the national emblem at Kashmir's revered Hazratbal Dargah. The incident, linked to opposition from religious groups over the emblem's placement, sparked widespread debate and condemnation from political leaders. Sep 7, 2025
National Emblem

Hazratbal Emblem Row Sparks Political Firestorm in Jammu and Kashmir

A fresh controversy has erupted in Kashmir after the national emblem on a plaque at the Hazratbal Dargah was dismantled by an unruly mob. The incident followed opposition from National Conference leader and Zadibal MLA Tanvir Sadiq, who argued the emblem violated the Islamic principle of Tawheed. Sep 6, 2025
J&K government

Eid-e-Milad holiday row sparks outrage in J&K; UT admn slammed for ignoring moon sighting

A controversy has broken out in J&K after the Union Territory administration declined to shift the Eid-e-Milad holiday from Friday to Saturday despite the moon sighting. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, J&K Grand Mufti, and Education Minister Sakina Itoo strongly criticized the decision, terming it insensitive and a disregard of religious sentiments. Sep 5, 2025
'Operation Sindoor' aftermath: Multiple losses for Pakistan air force, key gains for India

Video of Operations Sindoor, Mahadev release; Pahalgam attack avenged

The Army has released a video of Operation Sindoor, carried out in the intervening nights of May 6 and 7. The Army also released visuals of Operation Mahadev, in which three Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists — Suleman, Afghan, and Jibran — directly involved in the killings were neutralized. Sep 4, 2025
'All Assistance Being Extended': Jitendra Singh on Ramban Cloudburst Situation

August is deadliest month in J&K history; nearly 170 lives lost in rains

The just-concluded August has emerged as the deadliest month ever in Jammu and Kashmir, with nearly 170 people, including over 130 pilgrims, losing their lives in a spate of rain-triggered disasters. Cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides devastated several districts, damaging infrastructure and forcing the premature conclusion of the annual Amarnath Yatra. Sep 2, 2025
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