News Topic:General Elections

DEO Pulwama visits various polling stations

As the voting across four assembly segments is underway in Pulwama, the District Election Officer Pulwama, Dr Basharat Qayoom visited many polling stations.

Kashmir political leaders accuse authorities of arresting their workers

J&K political leaders, including Sajjad Gani Lone and Altaf Bukhari, have raised concerns over the arrest and harassment of workers ahead of the polls.

Govt thrusting ‘political Ikhwan’ in J-K: Mehbooba Mufti

Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday levelled critical allegations on the government, saying “political Ikhwan is being thrusting in Jammu and Kashmir.

Srinagar Lok Sabha seat set for showdown on Monday

The culmination of campaigning in the Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency signs the onset of an electoral battle in the fourth phase of the 18th Lok Sabha polls.

18 ‘Pink Polling Stations’ established for female voters: CEO J&K

CEO J&K Pandurang K. Pole on Friday said that they have designated 18 polling booths in Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency as “Pink Polling Stations” for women.

Waheed Para urges government to ensure fair elections in Kashmir

Waheed-ur-Rehman Para on Saturday said that the BJP-led government at the Centre should not repeat the 1987 rigged election, saying it will have disastrous consequences.

ECI SOPs mandate curbs under section 114 for last 72, 48 hours: DC Pulwama

Deputy Commissioner Pulwama said that restrictions imposed under section 144 in the district have been mandated under the Election Commission of India’s specific SOPs.

66-day hunger strike for Ladakh’s statehood ends

After a marathon 66-day hunger strike demanding statehood and constitutional protection for Ladakh, environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk announced the end of the strike.

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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.

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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.