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High Court Directions Ignored: Ruhullah Criticizes Verification Practices

April 4, 2025 Editor

Ruhullah Mehdi Criticizes ‘Weaponized’ Verification in Kashmir Srinagar, April 3, 2025 – National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has strongly condemned what he termed a “verification regime” in Jammu and Kashmir, alleging that it is being used as a tool of oppression against families of individuals accused of militancy. Speaking in Parliament, Ruhullah accused the authorities of systematically denying job verifications, passport clearances, government contracts, and business approvals to innocent people under the pretext of security clearances. Allegations of Collective Punishment Ruhullah highlighted the plight of families subjected to…

Fuel Price Hike Hits J&K: Petrol at ₹100.94, Diesel at ₹87.20

April 3, 2025 Editor

Fuel Price Shock: J&K Consumers Feel the Sting of New Tax Rates Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – Residents of Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a sharp increase in fuel prices following the implementation of revised tax rates on petroleum products. Effective April 1, petrol prices have risen by ₹1.24 per litre, while diesel has seen a steeper hike of ₹2.17 per litre, bringing the retail prices to ₹100.94 for petrol and ₹87.20 for diesel across the Union Territory. Revised Tax Framework The price hike stems from a notification issued…

J&K CM and Allies to Discuss LG’s Overreach in Bureaucratic Affairs

April 3, 2025 Editor

Omar Abdullah Calls Emergency Meeting Over LG’s JKAS Transfers Srinagar, April 3, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has convened an emergency meeting of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) Legislative Party and its allies, including the Congress, to address concerns over the recent transfer of 48 JKAS officers by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s administration. The meeting is scheduled for Friday at the residence of Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary in Srinagar. Concerns Over LG’s Authority The transfers, ordered by the LG without consulting the elected…

Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti Lead Opposition to Waqf Bill

April 3, 2025 Editor

J&K Leaders Unite Against Waqf Bill, Call It a Threat to Religious Rights Srinagar, April 3, 2025 – Political leaders across party lines in Jammu and Kashmir have strongly opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced in Parliament by the BJP-led government. They have termed the bill an attack on the religious rights of Muslims and a move to disempower the community. However, J&K Waqf Board Chairperson and BJP leader Darakshan Andrabi has defended the bill, calling it a step toward transparency and accountability. Opposition Voices Omar Abdullah, J&K Chief…

Major Administrative Reshuffle: 48 JKAS Officers Transferred in J&K

April 3, 2025 Editor

48 JKAS Officers Transferred and Posted in J&K Jammu, April 2, 2025 – In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the transfer and posting of 48 JKAS officers across various departments. The move, aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency, includes changes in positions such as Additional Deputy Commissioners (ADCs) and Sub-Divisional Magistrates (SDMs). Key Transfers and Postings Mohammad Ashraf Sheikh, ADC Pulwama, has been transferred to Awantipora as ADC, replacing Nazir Ahmad Mir. Riyaz Ahmad Shah, Joint Director (Administration) in the Directorate of Rural Development, Kashmir,…

Justice Tashi Rabstan Advocates Grassroots Awareness Against Drug Abuse

April 3, 2025 Editor

J&K Chief Justice Advocates Collaborative Efforts to Combat Drug Abuse Jammu, April 2, 2025 – Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court, Justice Tashi Rabstan, has called for a united and integrated approach to tackle the growing menace of drug abuse in the region. Speaking at a seminar organized by the J&K High Court Bar Association in collaboration with the Criminologists Society of J&K, Justice Rabstan emphasized the need for collective action involving the judiciary, legal fraternity, and civil society. Key Highlights from the Seminar Educational Initiatives:…

J&K Politicians Slam Waqf Bill as ‘Conspiracy Against Muslims’

April 3, 2025 Editor

J&K Politicians Call New Waqf Bill a ‘Conspiracy Against Muslims’ Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – The proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has sparked fierce criticism from political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir, who have labeled it a “conspiracy against Muslims” and an infringement on their faith. The bill, which seeks to amend the Waqf Act of 1995, has ignited debates over its implications for minority rights and religious governance. Opposition Voices Several prominent leaders have voiced their concerns: Sajad Lone, chairman of the People’s Conference, described the bill as a…

Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024: Support, Opposition, and BJP’s Numbers in Parliament

April 2, 2025 Editor

Waqf Bill Sparks Parliamentary Showdown: BJP Confident of Numbers New Delhi, April 2, 2025 – The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is set to spark a heated debate in Parliament as the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) pushes for its passage amid fierce opposition from the INDIA bloc. The bill, which aims to amend the Waqf Act of 1995 to improve the administration and management of Waqf properties, has polarized political discourse. Support for the Bill The BJP is confident of securing the support of key allies, including: Janata Dal (United):…

Mirwaiz Condemns House Arrest and Eid Prayer Ban in Srinagar

April 1, 2025 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Alleges House Arrest Ahead of Eid Prayers Srinagar, March 31, 2025 – Hurriyat leader and chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has alleged that he was placed under house arrest ahead of Eid prayers, sparking criticism of the authorities’ decision to bar congregational prayers at Srinagar’s historic Jamia Masjid and Eidgah grounds. Mirwaiz condemned the move, questioning the claims of normalcy in Kashmir. Restrictions on Eid Prayers Mirwaiz expressed deep anguish over the decision, stating, “Even at the peak of militancy during the 1990s, Eid prayers were offered…

Eid Celebrations Light Up Jammu and Kashmir with Devotion and Joy

April 1, 2025 Editor

Festivity and Prayers Mark Eid-ul-Fitr Across Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar, March 31, 2025 – The joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated with great enthusiasm across Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, bringing together people of all age groups for prayers and festivities. Thousands of Muslims assembled at mosques, shrines, and open grounds to mark the end of Ramadan with devotion and community spirit. Largest Congregation at Hazratbal Shrine In the Kashmir region, the largest congregation of devotees gathered at the iconic Hazratbal Shrine located on the banks of Dal Lake. The…