News Topic:Protests
Kashmir
Daily wagers stage protest in Jammu, demand minimum wage and permanent status
Thousands of daily wagers protested in Jammu on Monday, demanding implementation of the Minimum Wages Act and permanent status for eligible long-serving workers.
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India
SC on Protests: Agitation no excuse for police excess, uniform protocol needed
The Supreme Court has observed that the right to peaceful protest is a constitutional guarantee and alleged police excesses against demonstrators can't be justified.
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Politics
Whoever wants to join NC protest for statehood can join in: Farooq Abdullah
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah said his party will not invite any political party from Jammu and Kashmir to join its protest in Delhi for the restoration of statehood.
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Kashmir
Massive protests in Budgam over killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader
A massive and emotionally charged protest was witnessed in Magam town of central Kashmir’s Budgam district on Monday over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader.
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Kashmir
Security restrictions across Kashmir amid protests over killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader
Authorities on Monday imposed restrictions across all districts of Kashmir following widespread protests against the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
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Politics
Farooq Abdullah backs admin crackdown, claims leaders seek unrest
NC President Dr Farooq Abdullah on Sunday defended the detention of leaders after a student protest on reservation issues in Jammu and Kashmir was foiled.
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Politics
Ruhullah Mehdi demands clarity from CM on detentions and LG’s role
National Conference Member of Parliament Ruhullah Mehdi raised sharp questions on Sunday about his house arrest and the detention of students.
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Politics
Iltija Mufti and Waheed Para placed under house arrest amid reservation row
Authorities have placed senior political figures under house arrest in Srinagar ahead of a proposed student protest against the existing reservation policy.
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