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Chaos in J&K Assembly: MLAs Exchange Blows on Final Day of Budget Session

April 10, 2025 Editor

Physical Scuffles and Allegations Mar Legislative Proceedings Srinagar, 09 April 2025: A Day of High Drama The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed unprecedented chaos on the final day of its budget session as a heated confrontation between Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mehraj Malik and members of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) turned violent. The incident, which unfolded in the central hall of the legislative complex, involved physical altercations, abusive exchanges, and an alleged assault, further tarnishing an already tumultuous session. The Altercation Unfolds The confrontation began earlier in the…

NC, PDP, and Apni Party to Challenge Waqf Amendment Act in Supreme Court

April 10, 2025 Editor

Political and Legal Battle Intensifies Over Controversial Legislation Srinagar,09 April 2025: A United Front Against the Waqf Act The amendments to the Waqf Act have triggered a political storm in Jammu and Kashmir, with the ruling National Conference (NC), opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party announcing their plans to approach the Supreme Court to challenge the legislation. The Act, which has sparked protests and disrupted proceedings in the Legislative Assembly, is being described by critics as a direct attack on the religious autonomy and property…

Record-Breaking Bloom: Tulip Garden Welcomes Over 4.46 Lakh Visitors in Just 15 Days

April 10, 2025 Editor

A Blooming Marvel Captivates Hearts and Sparks Tourism Growth Srinagar, 09 April 2025: A Story of Beauty and Milestones The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, nestled in the pristine foothills of the Zabarwan Range, has once again become the jewel of Jammu and Kashmir’s spring landscape. In just 15 days of the ongoing Tulip Show 2025, the garden has welcomed an incredible 4.46 lakh visitors, smashing all previous records and underscoring its growing global appeal as a must-visit destination. This achievement is not merely a numerical milestone—it’s a celebration of…

Chance Encounter or Political Optics? Rijiju Meets Omar, Farooq Abdullah

April 10, 2025 Editor

Union Minister Emphasizes Chance Meeting, Urges Focus on Kashmir’s Beauty Srinagar, 09 April 2025: A Meeting Under Scrutiny Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has sought to clarify the controversy surrounding his recent interaction with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference (NC) President Farooq Abdullah at Srinagar’s iconic Tulip Garden. The meeting, which coincided with ongoing protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, has drawn criticism from opposition parties, who accused the NC of extending a warm welcome to the architect of the contentious legislation. Rijiju, however,…

Global Conflicts and Tariffs Threaten Kashmir’s Carpet Legacy

April 10, 2025 Editor

Global Conflicts and Trade Policies Threaten the Valley’s Iconic Handicrafts Srinagar, 09 April 2025: A Struggling Legacy Kashmir’s famed carpet industry, renowned for its exquisite hand-knotted silk creations, is grappling with severe challenges as global conflicts and trade policies disrupt its operations. Once a thriving sector, the industry now faces declining exports, shrinking markets, and mounting financial strain, threatening the livelihoods of thousands of artisans and exporters. Impact of Global Conflicts The Russia-Ukraine war has emerged as a major blow to Kashmir’s carpet trade. Russia, a key market for high-value…

Authorities Block MMU Meeting on Waqf Act, Sparks Outrage Among Kashmiri Leaders

April 10, 2025 Editor

Restrictions on Religious Gathering Raise Concerns Over Minority Rights Srinagar, 09 April 2025: Controversy Continues Over Waqf Law Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir reportedly prevented the Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU), a prominent religious body, from holding a scheduled meeting to discuss the implications of the contentious Waqf (Amendment) Act. The meeting, intended to take place at Mirwaiz Umar Farooq’s residence in Srinagar, was aimed at addressing community grievances regarding the Act and devising a collective response. The move to restrict the MMU gathering has drawn sharp criticism from religious leaders and…

Optional Practical Training (OPT) in Jeopardy: 3 Lakh Indian Students Face Career Uncertainty in US

April 8, 2025 Editor

Proposed Bill Threatens Career Prospects for International Students Washington, D.C. – A New Immigration Challenge A recently introduced bill in the United States Congress has sent shockwaves through the international student community, particularly among Indian students. The legislation seeks to terminate the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, a work authorization initiative that allows international graduates to remain in the US for up to three years after completing their studies. If passed, the bill could disrupt the career trajectories of thousands of students, forcing many to leave the country immediately after…

Three Key Bills Passed by J&K Assembly Receive Lieutenant Governor’s Assent

April 8, 2025 Editor

Legislative Milestone Marks Progress in Governance and Financial Reforms Jammu, 07 April 2025: A Significant Legislative Development The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has achieved a major milestone with the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha granting assent to three key bills passed during the budget session. Secretary of the Legislative Assembly, Manoj Kumar Pandit, informed the House on Monday that the bills were approved on March 25, 2025, marking a significant step in the region’s governance and financial reforms. The Bills in Focus The three bills that received gubernatorial assent are:…

Speaker Faces Backlash Over Waqf Bill Debate Ban: Opposition and Mirwaiz Criticize Decision

April 8, 2025 Editor

Political and Religious Leaders Unite Against Assembly Speaker’s Move Srinagar,07 April 205: A Controversial Decision Sparks Outrage The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has come under fire from opposition parties and religious leaders for disallowing a discussion on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill during the ongoing budget session. The decision, citing the sub judice status of the matter, has been labeled as a betrayal of the public mandate and an alarming sign of political capitulation. The Waqf Bill Controversy The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, passed by Parliament and signed…

Amit Shah’s Kashmir Visit Coincides with Separatists Renouncing Hurriyat Ideology

April 8, 2025 Editor

A Historic Shift as Leaders Pledge Allegiance to the Constitution Srinagar, 07 April 2015: Winds of Change in the Valley Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s arrival in Kashmir has coincided with a significant political development: three senior separatist leaders have publicly renounced their association with the Hurriyat Conference and pledged allegiance to the Constitution of India. This marks a historic shift in the region’s political landscape, as separatist leaders increasingly distance themselves from the ideology that has dominated Kashmir’s discourse for decades. A Series of Renunciations The latest leaders to…