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New J&K Directive on Official Complaints Faces Backlash: Dissent Suppression Alleged

July 16, 2024 Editor

Critics have said the circular protects corrupt officials and suppresses dissent in the guise of shielding government servants from harassment. Jammu & Kashmir’s new circular on handling complaints against government officials has stirred up a hornet’s nest, with critics accusing it of shielding corruption and muzzling dissent while the administration claims the circular is designed to shield public servants from “unnecessary harassment”. The contentious circular, titled “Handling of complaints against public servants” and dated June 20, 2024, threatens legal action against individuals lodging complaints against officials deemed “false/frivolous/anonymous/pseudonymous”. The order,…

Historic Move: Palitana Bans Non-Vegetarian Food, Sets Global Precedent

July 15, 2024 Editor

Palitana, a city in the Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, has made history by becoming the first city in the world to ban the sale and consumption of non-vegetarian food. Non-veg food is illegal here. This landmark decision marks a significant cultural and religious shift in the region, reflecting the strong influence of Jainism and its principles. The ban in Palitana encompasses the sale and consumption of meat and the butchering of animals for meat, making these actions illegal and punishable by law. This move followed persistent protests by around 200…

Statehood Struggle: Omar Abdullah Highlights Challenges Ahead for J&K

July 15, 2024 Editor

Two days after the Central Government handed over more powers to the Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant-Governor ahead of the upcoming Assembly election, National Conference vice president and former chief minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said a “strong government” in Jammu and Kashmir “with a solid mandate” is the only answer to the order. Omar said while the L-G of Delhi is often challenged by the elected government there, the amendments in J&K government business rules have left little scope for such a challenge to the powers of the L-G by…

Outrage Erupts in Kashmir Over Government’s 40% Open Merit Policy

July 15, 2024July 15, 2024 Editor

Kashmir Youth Raise Concerns Over Revised Reservation Policy By: Javid Amin The decision by the Jammu and Kashmir government to allocate only 40% of positions for open merit in government job recruitments has ignited widespread outrage among the youth in the Union Territory. This new policy, introduced after accounting for reserved quotas, has stirred significant opposition across various districts of the erstwhile state. Unlike past trends where frustration often led to support for terrorism or separatism, today’s youth in the Kashmir Valley and parts of Jammu are taking to the…

Omar Abdullah Sounds Alarm: J&K CM’s Powers Diminished Under New LG Rules

July 15, 2024 Editor

Tension Mounts: J&K Faces Governance Shift with New LG Powers, Political Reactions Srinagar : After the Ministry of Home Affairs amended the rules of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, enhancing the powers of the Lieutenant Governor, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference leader Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the implications for the new Chief Minister, warning that these changes would effectively render the CM powerless. He emphasized the need for a clear timeline for restoring full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir before elections are held, asserting that the people…

Unveiling the Untouched Gem of the Himalayas: A Journey to Tulail Valley with JKL Travels

July 14, 2024July 14, 2024 Editor

Beyond the Mainstream: Unforgettable Adventures Await in Untamed Tulail Valley By: Javid Amin Imagine a place untouched by time, a valley nestled in the majestic embrace of the Himalayas where ancient traditions reign supreme. This isn’t a scene from a historical fiction novel; it’s the very essence of Tulail Valley, a hidden gem waiting to be explored. JKL Travels, your trusted companion for extraordinary adventures, invites you to embark on a transformative journey to Tulail Valley. Here, time slows down, allowing you to immerse yourself in a vibrant culture unlike…

Political Uproar in J&K: Parties Condemn Enhanced Powers for L-G

July 14, 2024 Editor

CM will have to beg This is why a firm commitment laying out the timeline for restoration of full, undiluted statehood for J&K is a prerequisite for these elections. The people of J&K deserve better than powerless, rubber stamp CM who will have to beg the L-G to get his/her peon appointed. —Omar Abdullah, Vice President, NC BJP’s ploy for power The order seeks to disempower the powers of the next J&K government only because BJP doesn’t want to cede control or lose its iron grip over Kashmiris. Government of…

Smart City Project Turns Nightmare for Srinagar Residents

July 14, 2024 Editor

Srinagar’s Smart City Dream Turns into a Dusty Detour: A Resident’s Perspective By: Javid Amin The Srinagar Smart City Project (SSCL), launched with grand promises to transform Srinagar into a contemporary metropolis, has instead become a source of frustration for its residents. Despite multiple extensions and hefty investments, the city currently resembles a construction site, with dug-out roads and incomplete infrastructure projects causing daily disruptions. This article delves into the numerous challenges faced by Srinagar’s inhabitants, explores the reasons behind the delays, and offers suggestions for moving forward. The Current…

Ban on Martyrs’ Day Tributes at Mazar-e-Shuhada Draws Political Ire

July 14, 2024 Editor

Prior to August 5, 2019, when the Union government abrogated Jammu & Kashmir’s special status, the erstwhile State of J&K observed July 13 as ‘Martyrs’ Day’, an official holiday Political parties in Jammu and Kashmir on July 13 alleged the J&K Lieutenant-Governor’s administration had denied them permission to pay tribute at the Mazar-e-Shuhada (martyrs’ graveyard) in Srinagar. They termed it an attempt to “erase collective history”. Around 22 civilians died in police firing outside the Central Jail in Srinagar in 1931 in an uprising against the then Dogra monarchy. The…

Police Crackdown: Dawoodi and Veeri Face Charges for Provocative Speech

July 14, 2024 Editor

Anantnag: Police on Saturday said that it have booked two religious clerics over their inflammatory language against a specific community in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district. In a statement, the police said that it have taken decisive action against two religious clerics, Mushtaq Ahmad Veeri and Abdul Rashid Dawoodi , for using inflammatory language targeting a specific community. According to police spokesman, the derogatory remarks made by the clerics were brought to the attention of the Anantnag police, who promptly initiated proceedings under the relevant provisions of the law. The clerics…