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Iran rejects US ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz as conflict intensifies

Iran has formally rejected a 48-hour deadline issued by US President Donald Trump to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, further deepening the volatility of the conflict.

Srinagar parents hold rally, demand safe return of children studying in war-hit Iran

Scores of parents assembled in Bemina Srinagar on Monday, appealing to the Government of India to ensure the safe return of their children studying in war-hit Iran.

J&K leaders welcome ceasefire between Iran and Israel

J&K’s mainstream political leaders on Tuesday welcomed the ceasefire between Iran and Israel following the days of clashes.

Mehbooba Mufti hails Iran’s defiance without nukes

PDP President Mehbooba Mufti praised Iran for standing firm against global superpowers without relying on nuclear weapons.

LG Sinha announces jobs for NOKs of Pak shelling victims

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced that government jobs will be provided to the closest kin of victims, who lost their lives in Pakistan shelling earlier this month.

Mehbooba Mufti urges Rs 50 lakh compensation for border shelling victims

Former J&K Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has urged the government to compensate border residents who have suffered total losses due to cross-border shelling.

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.

Trump claims credit for India-Pakistan ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that his administration played a pivotal role in brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, crediting "trade diplomacy".

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J&K Assembly Speaker convenes all-party meeting ahead of autumn session

J&K Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has called an all-party meeting on Thursday ahead of the 10-day autumn session starting September 21.

J&K likely to see mild, dry winter under El Niño

J&K may see a milder, drier winter under El Niño, says MeT director Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, though one or two major snowfall spells remain possible.

J&K NHM employees extend strike again by 72 hours

J&K NHM employees have extended their strike by 72 hours from September 15, demanding pay parity, job security, regularisation and social security benefits.

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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.