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Govt in J&K will collapse on its own, BJP won’t topple it: LoP Sunil Sharma

Senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Friday said the present government in the Union Territory would "collapse on its own."

Time to review AFSPA as security situation improved in J&K: Minister Sakina Itoo

Sakeena Itoo on Friday said the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) should be reconsidered in view of an improved security environment in Jammu and Kashmir.

Amit Shah directs multi-layered security grid, drones, CCTV deployment for Amarnath Yatra

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting in the national capital to review security preparedness for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra.

CM Omar calls on PM Modi, seeks early restoration of J&K statehood

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday and discussed a range of issues concerning the Union Territory.

Stolen iPhone leads Kathua Police to teen who murdered friend with a cricket bat

In a chilling case of friendship turning fatal over a suspected love rivalry, police in Kathua have arrested a 19‑year‑old youth for the brutal daylight murder of his close friend.

J&K Cabinet greenlights free power scheme under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

The cabinet on Friday discussed the implementation of 200 units of free electricity for AAY families in J&K and also approved the reorganisation of the Jal Shakti Department.

Parched Peaks: 65% rainfall deficit sparks fears for J&K’s agriculture

Jammu and Kashmir has recorded its seventh consecutive winter rainfall deficit, with the December 2025–February 2026 period ending 65 per cent below normal.

Local terrorists now in single digits in J&K: Army Chief

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said that the terrorist recruitment in Jammu and Kashmir is almost non-existent.

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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."

Ruhullah’s letter to Farooq Abdullah reaffirms resignation, demands accountability

NC MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has written a three-page letter to Farooq Abdullah reaffirming his resignation plan while questioning the party's Article 370 stance.

Mirwaiz warns J&K faces Nepal-like flood risk, urges ecology protection

Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir has cited the Nepal floods as a warning for Jammu and Kashmir, criticizing unchecked development and citing Dal Lake's decline as an example.

Man held with two hand grenades during Baramulla naka checking

Two hand grenades were recovered from a man during a naka checking operation at Wussan Bangil in the Kunzer area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district, officials said.

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

We’re Rewarding Image Over Impact — And It’s Costing Us

We've started confusing being seen with actually contributing. An argument for recognizing substance again — before we forget what it looks like.