News Topic:Elections
Kashmir
Army may be withdrawn from Valley’s rural areas
The Government of India is discussing a proposal to withdraw the Indian Army completely, in a phased manner, from the Valley hinterland.
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J&K
PK Pole appointed J-K’s new Chief Electoral Officer
IAS officer PK Pole was on Thursday appointed as the new chief electoral officer of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Politics
Jammu admin withdraws notification about voting rights to non-locals
Jammu administration withdrew the notification which called for the registration of all the residents who have been living in Jammu for more than a year as voters..
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Politics
Tehsildars authorised to issue certificates of residence to people residing in Jammu for over one year
Authorities in Jammu authorised Tehsildars (Revenue officials) to issue certificates of residence to those residing in the winter capital for more than one year.
J&K
Election announcement soon after final voter list is prepared: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that announcement with regard to elections in J&K will be made once the final voter list and other preparations are completed.
Politics
Will EC announce Assembly elections in J-K anytime soon?
Election Commission has reportedly dumped election-related material in Civil Secretariat Jammu, hinting at the possibility of early Assembly elections in J&K.
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Politics
ECI seeks limits on cash donations to political parties
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has sought limits on cash donations to political parties.
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Politics
PAGD to hold second meet over voting rights to non-locals
People’s Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD) will hold its second meeting at the Jammu residence of Dr Farooq Abdullah on Saturday.
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INDIA bloc plans mega Delhi protest on Monday over CEC Gyanesh Kumar
INDIA bloc plans a major Delhi protest on October 12 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter-list irregularities, following Saturday’s police crackdown.
Wangchuk warns of fast over Delhi protest detentions; CJP leaders released
Sonam Wangchuk warned of a hunger strike or foot march over Delhi protest detentions. A court later ordered the release of three CJP leaders.
Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell
Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.
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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.