News Topic:General Elections
Politics
90% of candidates in J-K forfeit deposits in Lok Sabha elections
In a decisive electoral mandate, the deposits of nearly 90 per cent of candidates contesting for the five Lok Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir were confiscated.
KNO -
Politics
Incarcerated MP-elect Er Rashid seeks interim bail to take oath
After winning the Lok Sabha elections, the incarcerated former Assembly Member Engineer Rashid has approached Delhi's Patiala House Court, seeking interim bail.
KNT -
Politics
Will victorious candidates jailed for terror charges take oath as MPs?
Two candidates currently lodged in prison on terror charges emerged winners in the just-concluded parliamentary election, giving rise to an unusual situation.
PTI -
Politics
LS Election Results: AP, DPAP and PDP candidates lose security deposit
In their first major electoral battle, the candidates fielded by new parties launched in Jammu & Kashmir have lost their security deposit.
KNO -
Politics
Surprise defeats of former CMs mark Kashmir’s Lok Sabha election results
The Lok Sabha election results in Kashmir have sprung a few surprises as former chief ministers Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti were humbled at the hustings by lesser-known candidates.
PTI -
Politics
Haneefa Jan leads in Ladakh Lok Sabha race
Independent candidate Mohmad Haneefa has established a lead of over 28,000 votes over his nearest Congress rival from the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency.
PTI -
Politics
Omar, Mehbooba concede defeat in Kashmir Lok Sabha race
Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti conceded defeat on Tuesday from their respective Lok Sabha seats even as counting of votes was still underway.
PTI -
Politics
Independent candidate Er Rashid leads in Baramulla as JKNC dominates early vote counts in Kashmir
In the early hours of vote counting for the Lok Sabha elections, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, an independent candidate, has taken a significant lead in the Baramulla constituency.
Latest news
Why Mental Health Apps Encourage Those Who Feel ‘I Have No One to Talk To’ to Reach Out
In a world where many feel isolated, mental health apps are emerging as a beacon of hope for those who think "I Have No One To Talk To."
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.
Must read
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.