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Tight contest between NC’s Bhand and PDP’s Para in J-K Assembly polls

As the Assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir draw near, the Pulwama Assembly segment in southern Kashmir is set to witness a closely contested race.

Kashmir resumes apple exports to Bangladesh as political situation stabilizes

With the political situation in Bangladesh showing signs of stabilisation, Kashmir's fruit industry has cautiously resumed its apple exports to the country.

Election Commission reschedules counting date for J-K Assembly polls

The Election Commission of India rescheduled the date of counting for Jammu and Kashmir polls following a change in the date of polling for Haryana to October 5.

New police chiefs assume charge in Kashmir districts

A day after the approval from the ECI for the posting of four police officers as district police chiefs, the officers assumed the charges.

Former KCC&I President Sheikh Ashiq joins Er Rashid’s AIP

Trade leader and former president of the KCC&I, Sheikh Ashiq formally joined Engineer Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) on Saturday.

Jailed Sarjan Barkati’s family, relatives protest against rejection of nomination papers

The family members and relatives of Sarjan Ahmad Wagay alias Barkati on Friday staged a protest against the rejection of his nomination papers.

Three former CMs opt out of J-K Assembly elections

For the first time in the electoral history, three prominent former Chief Ministers of Jammu and Kashmir have decided not to contest the upcoming Assembly elections.

Over 15 crorepati candidates in J-K Assembly elections

Disclosures reveal that more than 15 candidates for J-K Assembly polls from major political parties are crorepatis, and their spouses also possess significant wealth.

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Kashmir’s chief cleric condemns threats against Kashmiri Pandits

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has called Kashmiri Pandits "our own people" and an integral part of Kashmir's culture and history, condemning threats against the community.

District Hospital Shopian’s oxygen plant non-functional for over two months

District Hospital Shopian's central oxygen system has been non-functional for over two months, forcing reliance on cylinders; officials say repairs are underway.

Mirwaiz urges all J&K parties to press for Article 370 restoration

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has urged all political parties in Jammu and Kashmir to press for Article 370's restoration, saying the responsibility extends beyond MP Ruhullah alone.

Kashmiri Pandit activist says comedy roast ‘cannot erase history’ after Samay Raina controversy

Kashmiri Pandit activist Satish Mahaldar responds to a viral Samay Raina roast, saying jokes about displacement "cannot erase our history."

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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.

Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream

The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.