Kashmir

CM Omar Abdullah presents Rs 1,13,767 crore budget in J&K Assembly; focusing on investment, innovation

Highlighting the resilience of the people, CM Abdullah, who also holds the UT's finance portfolio, said his government is committed to transforming Jammu and Kashmir into a progressive and economically vibrant region.

Feb 6, 2026

Sama Parveen's arrest comes days after four terrorists associated with the Al-Qaeda in Indian Subcontinent were arrested.

Kashmir Hypocrisy Day not Kashmir Solidarity Day

Pakistan's Kashmir Solidarity Day is hypocritical theatre, funding the very terrorism it decries. It institutionalizes the "unfinished business of Partition," but Kashmiris debunk this: our struggle was class-based until radicalized by Pakistani spillover.

Jan 30, 2026

NIA raids 10 locations in Kashmir in Delhi terror blast case

"The locations raided by the NIA today include the houses of Moulvi Irfan Ahmad Wagay, Dr Adil Rather, Dr Muzammil Ganai, Amir Rashid, Jasir Bilal Wani and others. The raids were carried out in Nadigam village of Shopian, Koil, Chandgam, Malangpora, and Samboora villages of Pulwama," the officials said.

Dec 1, 2025

Inside Kashmir's Terror Ecosystem: The Disturbing Rise of the Educated Enablers

Inside Kashmir's terror ecosystem: Disturbing rise of educated enablers

Kashmir's terror ecosystem has been powered not by the poor or disadvantaged alone, but by individuals who grew up in privilege—educated, well-placed, and economically comfortable. Many lived in spacious homes, owned land, and enjoyed social standing.

Nov 16, 2025

Delhi blast: 'Not every Kashmiri is a terrorist'; over 36 picked up for questioning in Kashmir, says J&K CM Omar Abdullah

'Not every Kashmiri is a terrorist': J&K CM Omar Abdullah amid 36 detentions in Kashmir

Security has been tightened across J&K, with new checkposts set up and raids carried out by the Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) wing at 13 locations. The arrests follow the discovery of a white-collar terror module allegedly operated by Kashmiri doctors, which has added a disturbing new dimension to the ongoing anti-terror operations.

Nov 13, 2025

ISKP and LeT backed by ISI targeting Balochis and Taliban, planning to revive militancy in Kashmir: Intel sources

Adding another layer to this nexus, according to a dossier prepared by the concerned intelligence agencies accessed by IANS, "Pakistan is reportedly facilitating cooperation between LeT and ISKP, using Lashkar's logistical networks to bolster ISKP's terror capabilities."

Oct 7, 2025

J&K government employees dismissed over terror links; LG Sinha intensifies terror crackdown

The announcement, made on August 22, 2025, underscores the region's ongoing battle against terrorism and the government's commitment to eliminating internal threats. The dismissed employees, Khurshid Ahmed Rather and Siyad Ahmad Khan, were reportedly linked to the banned terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

Aug 22, 2025

Major Reshuffle in J&K: 14 Officers Transferred

Kashmir gets new Divisional Commissioner; 14 IAS, JKAS officers transferred

Among the notable changes, Naveen S.L. (AGMUT: 2012), previously Secretary to the Government, Transport Department, has been reassigned as Secretary to the Government, Civil Aviation Department. He will also assume the responsibilities of Commissioner, Civil Aviation, relieving Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary (AGMUT: 2009) of the additional charge.

Aug 5, 2025

Start-up surge and heritage pride define Kashmir's post-370 transformation

At the heart of this shift is the Jammu and Kashmir Start-up Policy 2024-27, launched by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at the Avinya Startup Summit in March 2024. The policy aims to establish 2,000 start-ups by 2027, with 837 ventures already registered, including 302 led by women.

Aug 4, 2025

India reaffirms sovereignty in Kashmir amid Pakistan's continued obstructionism

Despite numerous international appeals, Islamabad has maintained and supported terror infrastructure across the Line of Control (LoC), thereby undermining diplomatic efforts and regional stability. India's decision to revoke Article 370 on August 5, 2019, was upheld by the Supreme Court in December 2023 as constitutionally valid and consistent with the principles of Indian federalism.

Aug 3, 2025

Amarnath Yatra: Over two lakh devotees have 'darshan', fresh batch of 6143 leaves for Kashmir

Nine Yatris sustained injuries Sunday when four vehicles in the escorted convoy collided with each other in Kulgam district on the Jammu-Srinagar highway. The injured were shifted to the government medical college (GMC) hospital in Anantnag town, where doctors described their condition as stable.

Jul 14, 2025

J&K Police recover Rs 62 lakh duped from Hyderabad man in fake Kashmir Blue Sapphires case

J&K Police crackdown on multi-crore fake sapphire scam; recover Rs 62 lakh from Hyd man

The allure of rare gemstones like the Kashmir Blue Sapphire often attracts investors, making them prime targets for scams. The Jammu and Kashmir Police's swift action not only brought the perpetrators to justice but also underscored the importance of vigilance in high-value transactions.

Jul 9, 2025

Kashmir's paper maché in peril: UNESCO-recognised artisan's lifelong battle to keep naqashi alive

Kashmiri paper maché master Maqbool Jan, a UNESCO awardee, warns of the dying Naqashi tradition and urges for urgent government support and educational reforms to revive the ancient craft.

Jun 26, 2025

Gunfight erupts between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Udhampur

Officials said that after suspicious movement was reported in the Basantgarh area of the district, security forces started a CASO (Cordon and Search Operation) in the area this morning.

Jun 26, 2025

Kashmiri students safely back to Delhi from Iran, flag poor bus quality to reach home in J&K

Ninety-four students belonging to Jammu and Kashmir were evacuated from Iran and reached Delhi safely. While they thanked the Centre for the help, the students expressed displeasure over the buses provided by the Omar Abdullah government to take them home from the national capital.

Jun 19, 2025

From Commerce Graduate to Cultural Custodian, Kashmiri Artisan Restores Traditional Glazed Pottery.

This Kashmiri Potter turns wheel of time; rekindles centuries-old glazed craft

Mohammad Umar Kumar, a 29-year-old commerce graduate from Kashmir, is leading the revival of the nearly extinct traditional Dalgate glazed pottery. Inspired by his father and guided by local artisans, Umar has dedicated himself to preserving this cultural heritage through handcrafted pottery made from locally sourced clay.

Jun 2, 2025

PAK's terror trail: Not just Kashmir, Islamic nations and Europe too faced brunt of terrorism

Pakistan Defence Minister Khwaja Asif's admission on country's role in harbouring terrorists and sponsoring terror factories on its soil recently, came not just as a shocker but also exposed its brazen terror designs as well as terror trail, that remains not just limited to Kashmir but goes beyond many frontiers, even to the Islamic nations, Middle-East and Europe.

Apr 30, 2025

From Kashmir's valleys to MotoGP dreams: Meet India's youngest Mini GP rider

At just 13 years old, Rehbar Islam Baktoo from Srinagar has become India's youngest Mini GP rider, beginning his racing journey at six and riding a Honda CBR 150 by nine. Supported by his father, Imtiyaz Sultan, a former racer, Rehbar has competed in several national and international events and recently moved to Spain to train among the best. Despite injuries like a broken collarbone, his passion remains strong, and he dreams of representing India in MotoGP.

Apr 30, 2025

'Indians are not welcome in Kashmir': Ayesha Khan likes viral post after Pahalgam terror attack, netizens demand action

"Indians are not welcome in Kashmir": Ayesha Khan likes post after Pahalgam terror attack; netizens demand action

Several celebrities have condemned the terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir, on April 22, which resulted in the deaths of 26 people. Security has been heightened in the border areas, and tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a peak following the incident.

Apr 27, 2025

NIA takes over Pahalgam terror attack case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the Pahalgam terror attack case, which claimed the lives of 26 people, including a Nepali national.