News Topic:Engineer Sheikh Abdul Rashid

Sarjan Barkati to contest J&K Assembly polls from jail; daughter files nomination

Jailed cleric Sarjan Barkati, known as "Azadi Chacha," is contesting the J&K Assembly election from jail, with his daughter filing his nomination and leading the campaign.

Er Rashid’s surprising rise amid political comeback behind bars

Engineer Abdul Rashid once pushed to the sidelines, has become a key figure in the Valley's political talks. Interestingly, he's doing it all from inside Tihar Jail.

Er Rashid sworn in as Baramulla MP amid custody parole from Tihar Jail

Abdul Rashid Sheikh, commonly known as Er Rashid, was sworn in as the Member of Parliament for the Baramulla Lok Sabha segment on Friday.

NIA gives consent for Kashmiri leader Engineer Rashid’s MP oath

The NIA gave its consent for jailed Kashmiri leader Sheikh Abdul Rashid, known as Engineer Rashid, to take oath as a Member of Parliament (MP) on July 25.

Dr Karan Singh critiques BJP policies following Er Rashid’s victory in Baramulla

Former Sadr-e-Riyasat of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, Dr Karan Singh has termed Engineer's Rashid's victory in Parliament polls from Baramulla as "dramatic".

Delhi Court delays Engineer Rashid’s bail hearing for MP oath

A Delhi Court on Saturday postponed the hearing of Engineer Rashid’s interim bail plea until July 1 for taking oath.

Delhi court sets June 18 hearing for Er Rashid’s interim bail plea

A Delhi court has scheduled a hearing on June 18 to consider the interim bail plea of Engineer Rashid, who seeks to take oath as an MP after his recent election victory.

Omar Abdullah’s remarks on Er Rashid’s victory spark heated political debate

The political turf in Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a surge of tension following the victory of Engineer Rashid in the Baramulla constituency.

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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.

Army says armed militant killed in Budgam exchange of fire

The Army said an armed individual was killed in an exchange of fire during a joint search operation in Ashdar Gali, Budgam. An AK rifle was recovered.

J&K medical interns continue strike after stipend talks with Sakina Itoo fail

J&K MBBS and BDS interns will continue their indefinite strike after talks with Health Minister Sakina Itoo failed to yield a written commitment on stipend revision.

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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.