News Topic:Elections

After nearly four years, stage set for Rajya Sabha polls in J-K

The elections for the four Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir will be held after nearly four years following the swearing-in of the NC-led government.

NC-Congress alliance wins majority in J-K Assembly polls with 48 seats

The alliance partners including National Conference and Indian National Congress have achieved the target of majority in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections.

PDP’s Waheed-ur-Rehman Para wins Pulwama seat in J-K Assembly polls

In a significant result from the 2024 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, Waheed-ur-Rehman Para of the PDP has secured the Pulwama constituency seat.

Rahul Gandhi promises to restore J-K’s statehood

Rahul Gandhi declared at a rally in Srinagar that he would ensure that Jammu and Kashmir's statehood is restored and that outsiders do not rule the erstwhile state.

Sugra Barkati’s election campaign in Beerwah forces parties to re-strategize

In a surprising turn of events, Sugra Barkati, daughter of independent candidate Sarjan Barkati, has emerged as a game-changer in Beerwah Assembly segment elections.
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59 per cent voting recorded in first phase of Assembly polls in J-K

J&K’s Chief Electoral Officer P K Pole said that the first phase of Assembly elections recorded 59 per cent polling with a possibility of a fractional increase.

Pulwama Police to act against ‘miscreants’ for disrupting polling

Pulwama Police said that legal action has been initiated against a group of 'miscreants' who attempted to disrupt the voting process in Bellow Rajpora on Wednesday.
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Waheed-ur-Rehman Para on PDP, Youth Engagement and His Vision for Pulwama

Waheed-ur-Rehman Para discusses his political journey, youth empowerment, and plans for Pulwama as PDP's candidate in the upcoming Kashmir Assembly elections.

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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.
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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.

Sakina Itoo criticises anti-drug demolition drives, calls for focus on rehabilitation

Jammu and Kashmir Health Minister Sakina Itoo on Friday criticised the demolition of houses allegedly linked to drug peddlers, saying such actions were “wrong”.

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Iran rejects US ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz as conflict intensifies

Iran has formally rejected a 48-hour deadline issued by US President Donald Trump to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, further deepening the volatility of the conflict.
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From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, one man walks for a purer India

As dawn broke in Kashmir, Mr Gaurav Tyagi with an unwavering resolve took steady strides southward, echoing a purpose that transcends borders, languages, and beliefs.