Kashmir

Srinagar Police Attaches, Freezes Four Properties Worth ₹7.11 Crore in Drug, Terror Cases

Srinagar Police has attached or frozen four immovable properties collectively valued at approximately ₹7.11 crore in separate cases related to drug trafficking and terror activities. The action was taken under provisions of the NDPS Act and UA(P) Act, targeting properties allegedly linked to proceeds of illicit activities and financial networks supporting narcotics and terror-related operations.

Sep 27, 2026

Omar Abdullah Challenges BJP to Bring UCC Bill in Parliament, Questions State-wise Implementation

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has challenged the BJP to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in Parliament if it has the numbers to pass it, questioning the move to implement the legislation through individual states. His remarks came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said BJP-led NDA governments in 21 states would introduce the UCC before 2029.

Sep 15, 2026

Indian Army debunks reports of terror activity, military build-up along LoC

The Indian Army rejected reports of increased terror activity and an unusual military build-up along the LoC, calling the claims fake and misleading.

Sep 12, 2026

J&K leaders react to Samay Raina's Kashmiri-Bihari row, say Valley incomplete without Kashmiri Pandits

While some leaders criticised the comments and stressed the painful history of Kashmiri Pandit displacement, others said the remarks should be viewed in the context of comedy and entertainment

Aug 30, 2026

'J&K Important Part Of India..Americans Would Enjoy Coming Here': US Envoy Sergio Gor After Meeting CM Abdullah In Srinagar

Gor met CM Omar Abdullah and said they discussed deepening economic collaboration and creating mutually beneficial opportunities. The visit marks the first by a US envoy to J&K since the abrogation of Article 370

Aug 19, 2026

World is not fooled by orchestrated spectacles: India lambasts Pakistan over 'Youm-e-Istehsal', bloodshed in PoJK

India, stated Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, categorically rejects the "political absurdity" and futile attempts by Pakistan to observe the so-called Youm-e-Istehsal to spread malicious propaganda against India.

Aug 5, 2026

Everyone aware of country responsible for stymying SAARC: MEA

The organisation has remained inactive since 2016 after India withdrew from the Islamabad summit following the Uri terror attack. India also criticised Pakistan for using international forums to spread misinformation and deflect attention from its record on cross-border terrorism.

Jul 28, 2026

Ultra-Marathoner Sufiya Sufi Nears Sixth Guinness World Record, Reaches Kashmir During 5,000-km 'Run for Dreams'

India's celebrated ultra-marathon runner Sufiya Sufi has reached Kashmir during her 5,000-km 'Run for Dreams' from Kanyakumari to Karakoram, dedicated to the Indian Armed Forces. The endurance challenge aims to earn her a sixth Guinness World Record while promoting fitness, women's empowerment, patriotism, and national unity.

Jul 20, 2026

Faith on Wheels: Two Youth Skate to Amarnath Shrine, Inspiring Pilgrims Across India

In a remarkable display of faith and determination, two young devotees from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are undertaking the Shri Amarnath Yatra on roller skates, turning their pilgrimage into a powerful symbol of devotion and perseverance. Their extraordinary journey has become one of the most inspiring stories of this year's Yatra.

Jul 10, 2026

UK MPs condemn Pakistan over 'excessive, unlawful' use of force on PoK protesters

The parliamentarians called on Pakistan to immediately restore communications, lift restrictions, protect peaceful assemblies, ensure medical access for the injured and release detainees or produce them before courts.

Jun 11, 2026

"No other country has the locus standi": India rejects China-Pak remarks on Kashmir, reasserts J&K and Ladakh are integral part

The MEA said Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India and rejected references made in the joint statement issued by China and Pakistan.

May 26, 2026

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

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: 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

'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

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