News Topic:Civilian Killings

Mehbooba calls for dialogue, not military action

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday made a fervent appeal to the leadership of both India and Pakistan, urging them to de-escalate.

Army soldier among 15 people killed in cross-border shelling in Poonch

14 civilians, including a woman and four children, and an Army soldier were killed and as many as 60 injured after Pakistan resorted to heavy mortar shelling.

12 civilians killed; 60 hurt in cross-border shelling in Poonch

At least 12 civilians, including a woman and four children, were killed and as many as 60 injured after Pakistan resorted to heavy mortar shelling and artillery firing in Poonch.

Unidentified plane crashes in Punjab’s Bathinda, one killed, nine injured

An unidentified plane crashed in Bathinda, killing one person and injuring 9 others, sources said on Wednesday.

Amid border tensions, J&K LG says govt prepared to deal with any eventuality

Amid the escalating border tension, J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed the deputy commissioners to shift villagers from vulnerable areas.

India launches strikes in Pakistan following deadly Pahalgam attack

India has conducted a series of military strikes, dubbed "Operation Sindoor," targeting sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Pahalgam Attack: J&K Assembly adopts resolution, pays tributes to victims

J&K Legislative Assembly in a one-day special session passed a resolution expressing profound anguish over the April 22 barbaric terror attack on civilians at Pahalgam.

Civilian shot dead by militants in Kupwara

A civilian was shot dead by unknown militants in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

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480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo

J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo told the Assembly that 480 Medical Officer posts were referred to JKPSC, with 416 recommendations and 335 appointments.

J&K govt cites 53,972 vacancies, reviews regularisation of temporary workers

J&K government told the Assembly that 53,972 posts are vacant while a high-level panel examines regularisation of casual, seasonal and temporary workers.

J&K Assembly session begins amid BJP protests over power, daily-wagers

J&K Assembly’s autumn session began amid BJP protests over power tariffs, daily-wagers and NHM employees, while NC MLAs sought statehood restoration.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

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.