Kashmir

European delegation leave for Kashmir after their meet with PM Modi in Delhi

This is the first foreign delegation to visit Kashmir since its special status granted under Article 370 was abolished on August 5, which led to a huge outcry in neighbouring Pakistan and persistent efforts by Islamabad to internationalise the issue.

Oct 29, 2019

England spinner Adil Rashid credits visit to Kashmir for improving his mindset

Adil Rashid's family roots lie in Kashmir and a trip to that region proved helpful to the leg-spinner.

Oct 28, 2019

Terrorists hurl grenade near bus stand in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore, 6 injured

The injured are reported to be critical and have been admitted in a nearby hospital.

Oct 28, 2019

Fact Check: Protest video from Indonesia shared as Kashmir by fake FB page

The page transparency for the BBC News Kashmir page was found and revealed details that the Facebook page impersonating BBC News was set up on August 6, 2019, which was run by admins based in Bangladesh.

Oct 14, 2019

J&K restriction-free: Mobile phones to ring again in Kashmir from Monday

Mobile phone services and internet facilities were suspended in Kashmir on August 5 following the abrogation of Article 370.

Oct 12, 2019

Rafale multirole fighter jets gives IAF decisive edge

Explainer: All you need to know about advantages Rafale gives Indian defence

French aircraft Rafale gives IAF a decisive technological edge that it lacked against PAF F-16s; superior sensors, radar and weapons make Rafale handsdown winner against any other warplane currently in service in the subcontinent

Oct 9, 2019

Beijing calls for India to 'step up dialogue' with Pakistan on Kashmir ahead of informal summit

Speaking ahead of the informal summit between Modi and Xi, Foreign minister Spokesperson Geng Shuang lauded both the country's efforts to cooperate despite "differences and sensitive issues."

Oct 9, 2019

Kate Middleton gets handsy with Prince William in public; Duchess comforts husband in rare moment of PDA?

Reportedly, Kate and Prince William looked relaxed during an official engagement in central London, with the Duchess showing her affection for her husband with a rare public display of affection.

Oct 3, 2019

'Itna Kashmir kiya ke Karachi bhool gaye' - Gambhir mocks security provided to SL team [Watch]

PCB has put into place elaborate security arrangements and as such, there is a near curfew like situation in Karachi, where the ODIs are being played.

Oct 1, 2019

At UNGA, Imran Khan holds out threat of war, radicalisation

Giving his scenario for war, Imran Khan said that when the "curfew" is lifted in Kashmir there will be a bloodbath.

Sep 28, 2019

Jaishankar says terrorism as tool of statecraft not acceptable after Pakistan boycotts speech

Pakistan's action comes even as it has been continually accusing India of hampering South Asian integration and SAARC.

Sep 27, 2019

Pakistan's long-time friend Turkey raises Kashmir issue at UNGA

Pakistan has been trying its level best to raise the Kashmir issue at every international forum, especially after India revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir last month.

Sep 25, 2019

PM Modi attacks Pakistan over terror, Kashmir in US President Trump's presence

Ahead of Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's meeting with President Trump likely on Monday, Modi said that India's neighbour is the breeding ground of terrorism.

Sep 23, 2019

Pakistan fails to move resolution on Kashmir at UNHRC meet

Citing the restrictions imposed and detention of political leaders among other things, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Shah Mehmood Qureshi had called Kashmir the "largest prison".

Sep 20, 2019

Radicalisation continues in Kashmir Valley despite heavy clampdown

As per reports from intelligence agencies, the on-ground terrorist groups are now communicating through satellite phones, a traditional technique which these militants resort to.

Sep 6, 2019

India's Kashmir defence gets more teeth with induction of Apache helicopters

IAF inducts eight Apache helicopters out of the 22 it will eventually have at Pathankot forward airbase; US-built attack helicopters with all-weather, night vision mountain warfare capabilities will strengthen war on terror.

Sep 3, 2019

139 militants neutralized by Army in J&K till August

The total number of terrorist-initiated incidents across Jammu and Kashmir from January to August have been recorded at 87.

Sep 1, 2019

Key hospitals in Kashmir treat more than 150 tear gas, pellet injuries

Indian authorities have deployed additional paramilitary police, banned public gatherings and cut cellular and internet links to prevent large scale protests after withdrawing the revolt-torn territory's special status on Aug 5.

Aug 23, 2019

France in emphatic support of India's Kashmir policy; against 'third party' interference

French President Macron said he would speak to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on the issue and tell him that the talks should be held bilaterally.