News Topic:Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

JKPC party member quits over leadership’s remarks on Mirwaiz

Imtiyaz Rashid Chashti has resigned from the basic membership of the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference (JKPC), citing serious objections to recent remarks.

BJP slams Omar for reviving ‘politics of graves’; Lone calls visit scripted

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s visit to the Martyrs’ Graveyard in old Srinagar has drawn sharp reactions from political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K admin denies permission for ‘Martyrs’ Day’ gathering in old Srinagar

The District Administration Srinagar has denied permission to all applicants seeking to visit Khawaja Bazar, Nowhatta in old Srinagar on Martyrs’ Day, observed on July 13.

Kashmir, a nuclear flashpoint, can explode anytime: Mirwaiz

Kashmir’s chief cleric and Hurriyat Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday termed Kashmir as a nuclear flashpoint which can explode anytime.

J&K leaders unite in welcoming India-Pakistan ceasefire after days of hostilities

Jammu and Kashmir political parties on Saturday welcomed the announcement of an immediate ceasefire between India and Pakistan.

Mirwaiz appeals for de-escalation amid rising tensions

Amid escalating border tensions, Hurriyat Conference chairman and Kashmir's chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday urged India and Pakistan to urgently de-escalate.

Hope India and Pakistan resolve all issues without going to war: Mirwaiz

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday said the situation between India and Pakistan was worsening and hoped the countries would resolve all issues without going to war.

Mirwaiz urges people to trust Kashmiris, ensure locals’ safety

Kashmir's chief cleric and Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Wednesday urged the people of India not to fall prey to "hatred and media propaganda".

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Kashmir internet curbs likely to persist until Wednesday evening review

Mobile data restrictions and suspension of certain telecom services in the Kashmir Valley are likely to remain in place till Wednesday evening.
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CBSE exam calendar derailed by regional security crisis in West Asia

The CBSE has postponed the Class X and Class XII board examinations scheduled for March 5 and March 6, 2026, in select Middle East countries.

Cash crunch hits Kashmir as digital banking stalls amid internet curbs

Mobile internet speed restrictions imposed across the Valley for the past three days have severely disrupted net banking and digital payment services.

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Pulwama’s young students endure scorching heat as school construction stalls

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