Month: August 2024

Election Commission Prepares Ground for J&K Assembly Elections

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Election Commission Prepares Ground for J&K Assembly Elections

In June, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Srinagar had said not only assembly polls will be held in the UT but also statehood will be restored. Last year while hearing Article 370 case, the Supreme Court had directed the ECI to hold assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir by September 30, 2024. In a fresh indication that assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir are imminent, the Election Commission (EC) has asked the union territory administration to transfer out officers posted in their home districts, an exercise it holds ahead of…

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J&K Debt Soars: Liabilities Triple in 10 Years

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J&K Debt Soars: Liabilities Triple in 10 Years

J&K’s Financial Woes Deepen: Debt Balloons Srinagar, Aug 1: Jammu and Kashmir is facing mounting financial pressure as its total liabilities have swelled to a staggering Rs 1,12,797 crore in the fiscal year 2022-23, according to recent budget figures. The public debt, which forms a significant portion of the total liabilities, stands at Rs 69,617 crore. This includes Rs 68,786 crore in internal liabilities and Rs 831 crore in loans and advances from the Central government. The remaining Rs 43,180 crore comprises other liabilities, including insurance and pension funds (Rs 1,331…

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Relief in Sight: Kashmir to Escape Heatwave’s Grip

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Relief in Sight: Kashmir to Escape Heatwave's Grip

Srinagar, July 31: Meteorological Centre Srinagar Wednesday predicted light to moderate rain and thundershower at many places of Jammu and Kashmir today. The officials said that on July 31st there is a possibility of spell of light to moderate rain & thundershower at many places of Kashmir division, and widespread places of Jammu division. From August 1st to 5th there will be generally cloudy with spells of intermittent light to moderate rain & thundershower at many place of Kashmir division, and most places of Jammu division, the officials said. They also…

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Crisis Alert: Farooq Abdullah Warns of War Amid J&K Militancy Spike

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Crisis Alert: Farooq Abdullah Warns of War Amid J&K Militancy Spike

National Conference president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday expressed concerns about escalating militant attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, hinting at the potential involvement of Pakistani commandos, given the sophistication of the recent attacks. He apprehended that the situation could lead to war if the situation didn’t improve in Jammu. During a press interaction, Abdullah acknowledged the troubling increase in terrorism and the lack of progress in ongoing operations to apprehend the infiltrators. “There is no doubt that terrorism is growing and highly trained people are coming. We…

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