News Topic:J&K Legislative Assembly
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J&K journalists eligible for welfare scheme, govt tells Assembly
J&K government told the Assembly that journalists can seek JWS benefits, while accredited journalists are eligible for government accommodation and other facilities.
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Politics
J&K Assembly passes statehood resolution amid BJP walkout
J&K Assembly passed Omar Abdullah’s resolution seeking full statehood amid BJP protests over references to the 2000 autonomy resolution.
Politics
BJP protests J&K statehood resolution
BJP MLAs protested Omar Abdullah’s J&K statehood resolution over autonomy references and moved a notice seeking Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather’s removal.
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BJP submits notice to remove J&K Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather
BJP MLA R.S. Pathania told the J&K Assembly that the party has submitted a notice seeking removal of Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather during the ongoing sixth session.
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J&K
631 non-residents bought 386 kanals in J&K since 2019, Assembly told
Assembly data shows 631 non-residents bought 386 kanals in J&K since 2019 for ₹129.97 crore, while a ₹421.75 crore Sangarmal lease has fuelled debate on outside investment.
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Media Watch
NC MLA Saif-ud-Din Bhat to introduce digital news regulation bill in J&K Assembly
NC MLA Saif-ud-Din Bhat is set to move a Private Members' Bill in the J&K Assembly proposing registration, accreditation and fact-checking rules for digital news publishers.
Politics
J&K Assembly to debate statehood resolution amid BJP-NC standoff
The J&K Assembly is set to debate Omar Abdullah's statehood resolution Monday after BJP objections over references to the 2000 autonomy resolution disrupted Friday's session.
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J&K daily-wagers forum announces Assembly gherao over regularisation
JKCDF announces a J&K Assembly gherao on Monday, with president Sajad Parray demanding regularisation of over 60,000 casual and daily-rated workers.
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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.