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Surge of Independent candidates poised to influence post-poll scenario in J-K Assembly elections
As Jammu and Kashmir heads into the first two phases of its highly anticipated Assembly elections, a remarkable surge in Independent candidates has emerged.
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Omar Abdullah criticizes Independent candidates, links them to BJP
Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that the Independent candidates contesting the Assembly elections are no different from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
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Rajpora Assembly segment set for close contest in Pulwama
The Rajpora Assembly segment in Kashmir's Pulwama district is set to witness a close contest between four candidates from three regional and one national party.
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AIP announces candidates for remaining J-K Assembly seats
Awami Ittihaad Party (AIP) on Saturday announced a list of candidates for the remaining seats for the upcoming Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir.
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AIP releases manifesto, promises prisoner release and repeal of controversial laws
Jailed Er Rashid’s Awami Itihad Party (AIP) released its manifesto ahead of Assembly elections in J&K in which it promised unconditional release of all prisoners.
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Amit Shah rules out talks with Pakistan until peace in J-K
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said that there can be no talks with Pakistan until peace becomes a permanent feature in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Omar Abdullah claims Delhi is trying to muzzle his voice
Omar Abdullah said he played a game with New Delhi by choosing Budgam constituency instead of Beerwah, saying that the people in Delhi are after him like anything.
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266 candidates cleared for second phase of J-K Assembly polls
In accordance with the election schedule issued by the Election Commission of India, the scrutiny of nomination papers for 26 Assembly constituencies was held on Friday.
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NC using statehood issue to divert attention from pressing concerns: Sunil Sharma
BJP leader Sunil Sharma accused the NC of diverting attention with its statehood protest, saying the BJP’s September 2 agitation will focus on jobs.
NC to gherao BJP offices in J&K over statehood, other demands
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference will hold peaceful gherao demonstrations at BJP headquarters in Srinagar and Jammu over statehood and other demands.
Iltija Mufti backs J&K MBBS, BDS interns’ demand for ₹30,000 stipend
PDP leader Iltija Mufti backed protesting MBBS and BDS interns in J&K, supporting their demand to raise the monthly stipend from ₹12,300 to ₹30,000.
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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.
Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream
The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.