Jammu
Soldier succumbs in Kishtwar gunfight
An Army soldier was killed during an ongoing encounter between security forces and militants in the Singhpora area of Chatroo in J&K’s Kishtwar district.
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Politics
TMC bats for restoration of J&K statehood
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) advocated for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that an empowered local government is essential.
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Media Watch
Mehbooba seeks restoration of govt ads to rescue Kashmir’s ailing print media
PDP President Mehbooba Mufti has raised alarm over the worsening state of print journalism in Kashmir, urging the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister to intervene.
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Politics
Mehbooba Mufti urges Rs 50 lakh compensation for border shelling victims
Former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has urged the government to compensate border residents who have suffered total losses due to cross-border shelling.
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Politics
Legislators in J&K admit powerlessness, blame PDP
A growing sense of frustration is brewing among ruling legislators in Jammu and Kashmir, many of whom privately admit they have little say in governance.
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Religion
Flight disruptions derail Hajj journey for aspirants in Kashmir
In a distressing situation for Hajj aspirants in Kashmir, around 60% of pilgrims remain stranded in the Valley due to the prolonged closure of Srinagar Airport.
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Education
Schools reopen in Jammu border districts, Institutions close to LoC still shut
Schools in five border districts of the Jammu region reopened on Thursday after an eight-day closure triggered by Indo-Pak tensions, bringing relief to students.
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Politics
Delhi HC seeks NIA’s response on bail plea of Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid
The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the NIA to submit its response to a bail application filed by Baramulla Member of Parliament, Engineer Rashid.
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Latest news
Satish Mahaldar asks political parties, Aga Ruhullah to back Kashmiri Pandit candidate for Srinagar by-poll
Satish Mahaldar urges NC, PDP, Congress, BJP and other parties to support a credible Kashmiri Pandit candidate in the forthcoming Srinagar Lok Sabha by-election.
CM reportedly offers to resign as NC seeks one year for Cabinet reshuffle
An NC MLA tells KNS that the party sought one year for a Cabinet reshuffle as Omar Abdullah reportedly offered to resign during a meeting with legislators.
NHM sanctions 5% annual increment for eligible contractual employees in J&K
NHM J&K sanctions a 5% annual increment for eligible contractual employees, with benefits effective from April 2026, October 2026 or April 2027.
Two alleged house robberies reported in Tral’s Aaligund
Two alleged robberies in Aaligund village of Tral have raised security concerns, with villagers urging police to identify the masked suspects.
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Aga Ruhullah announces exit from NC, resignation as Srinagar MP
Aga Ruhullah Mehdi announced his decision to quit the National Conference and resign as Srinagar MP, citing the party's failure to honour election promises.
NC govt lacks political will to free youth facing incarceration, says Waheed Para
Waheed Para said that the current NC-led government has the power to drop cases against young people who are imprisoned, but they lack the political will to do so.