News Topic:National Conference

J&K Assembly session begins amid BJP protests over power, daily-wagers

J&K Assembly’s autumn session began amid BJP protests over power tariffs, daily-wagers and NHM employees, while NC MLAs sought statehood restoration.

Omar Abdullah dismisses poaching fears, says UCC decision rests with Parliament

Omar Abdullah dismissed fears of MLA poaching in J&K and said the Uniform Civil Code must ultimately be decided by Parliament, not individual states.

Ruhullah vows to ‘break chains’ on Nov 3, slams NC leadership choice

Srinagar MP Agha Ruhullah Mehdi says he will "break chains" on November 3 and criticizes the NC's choice of Chief Minister, while backing veterinary students' stipend demand.

J&K cabinet expansion unlikely before Assembly session

The Omar Abdullah-led J&K government is unlikely to expand its cabinet before the Assembly session, with a possible reshuffle around October 16.

Omar Abdullah hits back at Congress over full Vande Mataram rendition

Omar Abdullah defended the full rendition of Vande Mataram at official J&K functions, saying the government must follow the law amid Congress objections.

Omar accuses admin of ‘double standards’ over NC, BJP protests in Srinagar

Omar Abdullah accused the administration of double standards during rival NC and BJP protests in Srinagar, while Mehbooba Mufti and Waheed Para criticised the handling.

NC-BJP protest showdown disrupts traffic, pedestrian movement across Srinagar

Rival NC and BJP protests disrupted traffic and civilian movement across Srinagar on Wednesday, with roadblocks, diversions and security restrictions.

NC will continue peaceful agitation for Article 370, statehood: Sakina Itoo

Sakina Itoo said the NC will continue its peaceful agitation for J&K rights, demanding restoration of Article 370, Article 35A and statehood.

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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

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