News Topic:Sajjad Gani Lone

Former members of banned Jamaat launch new political party

A faction of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami launched a new political party — the Jammu and Kashmir Justice and Development Front — pledging to stand with the country.

Support the steps taken by Union Govt in the wake of Pahalgam attack: All Party Meeting resolution

An all-party meeting held on Thursday to discuss the recent militant attack in Pahalgam pledged full support for efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.

Omar, Mehbooba & others call for protection of Kashmiris outside J&K

Amid growing concerns over the safety of Kashmiris, Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the government is in touch with authorities in other states to ensure their protection.

Farooq Abdullah defends Speaker’s call to disallow Assembly debate on Wakf Act

NC president Dr Farooq Abdullah has raised serious objections to the recently enacted Waqf (Amendment) Act, asserting that the law runs contrary to the Constitution.

Holding Assembly session in March inconvenient for MLAs: Sajjad Lone

Peoples Conference president Sajjad Gani Lone on Tuesday said that holding the session during the holy month of Ramadan would be inconvenient for the majority of MLAs.

Injured in grenade attack, Bandipora woman succumbs in hospital

The woman from Bandipora who had sustained injuries along with 11 other civilians in a Srinagar grenade blast on November 3 succumbed to her injuries.

Fiery exchange in J-K Assembly as PDP, NC MLAs clash over Jamaat-e-Islami

The Jammu & Kashmir Assembly on Friday witnessed a heated exchange of arguments between a National Conference (NC) and a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) legislator.

Article 370: Speaker defers ruling on 5 MLAs’ joint resolution as BJP disrupt Assembly proceedings

J&K Legislative Assembly Speaker Rahim Rather said that he will deliver ruling on the joint resolution for Article 370 restoration submitted by five MLAs at a later time.

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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.

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.

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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.