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Israeli Strikes Rock Tehran After Trump’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’ Ultimatum | Complete 2025 Iran‑Israel War Analysis & Live Updates

June 18, 2025 Editor

Dateline: What Happened in the Early Hours of June 18? At 04:58 local time (UTC+3:30), residents across central Tehran were jolted awake by a deafening blast. Within minutes, social media filled with shaky videos of orange fireballs climbing into the predawn sky. Israeli strikes on Tehran—the phrase that had loomed over the Middle East for years—was now a reality. Multiple secondary explosions followed, suggesting hits on ammunition depots. Air‑defence tracers lit the horizon, but no official siren system was activated in the capital, fueling confusion and fear. Satellite imagery reviewed…

Amarnath Yatra Helicopter Ban Sparks Concern: CM Omar Abdullah Warns of ‘Wrong Message’ to the Nation

June 18, 2025 Editor

First Time in Years: Helicopter Service for Amarnath Yatra Curtailed Srinagar | June 17, 2025 – In a development that has stirred both public sentiment and political debate, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has raised serious concerns over the sudden ban on helicopter services for the Amarnath Yatra 2025, stating that it sends a “wrong message” to the rest of the country. The restriction marks a significant departure from previous years, where air access to the cave shrine had become an essential mode of transport for pilgrims, especially…

Why Kashmiri Students Choose Iran: Lower Costs, Cultural Kinship & Medical Dreams Amid Conflict

June 17, 2025 Editor

A Tale of Two Valleys By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 17 June 2025 In the cool Himalayan foothills of Kashmir and the sun‑drenched plains surrounding Iran’s Zagros Mountains, two valleys share more than geography—they share educational aspirations. Today, an estimated 2,000 Kashmiri students in Iran are pursuing medical and other professional degrees. Half of them are young women, breaking barriers back home while embracing new experiences abroad. Their journey underscores a blend of economic calculation and cultural connection—an irresistible mix that has, over decades, earned Kashmir the affectionate nickname “Iran‑e‑Sagheer”…

Democracy in Crisis: Power Struggle Between J&K Government and LG Sparks Fresh Statehood Demands

June 16, 2025June 16, 2025 Editor

Power Tug in Jammu & Kashmir: LG Says ‘I Only Have Police’—Elected Govt Demands Full Statehood for Real Control By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 16 June 2025 A Mandate Caught in a Crossfire Jammu & Kashmir finds itself once again in the throes of a political and constitutional controversy. This time, the tension stems from a series of statements and actions that have reignited the debate over who truly governs the region—the elected government or the Lieutenant Governor (L-G). The controversy reached a fever pitch when Lieutenant Governor Manoj…

NEET UG 2025 Result Declared: 24,015 Candidates Qualify from J&K, Aftab Iqbal Tops with 99.98 Percentile

June 15, 2025 Editor

NEET UG 2025 Result: 24,015 Qualify from Jammu & Kashmir, Aftab Iqbal Emerges State Topper Srinagar | 15 June 2025 The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the results of the NEET UG 2025 entrance examination, bringing both jubilation and relief to thousands of aspiring medical students across India. In Jammu and Kashmir, a total of 24,015 candidates have successfully qualified, marking a significant milestone in the Union Territory’s academic landscape. The spotlight is firmly on Aftab Iqbal, a student from Srinagar, who has emerged as the J&K topper…

Operation True Promise 3: World on Edge as Iran-Israel Conflict Nears Point of No Return

June 15, 2025 Editor

Iran-Israel Conflict 2025: Global Reactions, Nuclear Fears, and What’s at Stake By: Javid Amin | 15 June 2025 A World on the Brink The world is holding its breath. The Middle East has once again become the flashpoint of a potentially catastrophic global crisis, as tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated into a full-scale military confrontation. With Israel’s targeted strikes on Iran’s nuclear and military sites triggering Iran’s massive retaliatory campaign, dubbed “Operation True Promise 3”, the region now teeters on the edge of an unprecedented geopolitical breakdown. This is…

Kashmir Reopens 16 Tourist Hotspots Post-Pahalgam Attack: A New Dawn for J&K Tourism Revival

June 15, 2025 Editor

Hope Returns to the Valley: 16 Tourist Destinations Reopened After Tragedy In a significant boost to confidence and tourism recovery, the Jammu & Kashmir administration has reopened 16 prime tourist destinations—eight in the Kashmir division and eight in Jammu—effective June 17, 2025. These spots had been closed following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which left 26 people dead, including pilgrims and locals. This decision, following extensive ground-level security assessments, marks a critical turning point in the region’s ongoing efforts to revive its tourism economy and restore…

Securing Faith: Inside the Back-to-Back Security Reviews for Amarnath Yatra 2025 in Kashmir

June 14, 2025 Editor

Amarnath Yatra 2025 Security: Back-to-Back High-Level Reviews in Kashmir to Ensure Safe Pilgrimage By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 14 June 2025 The Sacred and the Secure Every year, thousands of devout pilgrims trek through the rugged and majestic terrain of the Himalayas to seek blessings at the holy Amarnath Cave in Jammu & Kashmir. But this year, the journey to spiritual serenity is shadowed by heightened security concerns. With memories still fresh from the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, the administration is racing against time to ensure a safe,…

Jammu & Kashmir Reels Under Brutal Heatwave: Monsoon Relief Likely by June 20

June 14, 2025 Editor

Record Temperatures Scorch the Valley and Plains By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 14 June 2025 Jammu & Kashmir is currently battling one of its harshest pre-monsoon heatwaves in recent memory. The region is experiencing temperature spikes of 5°C to 7°C above normal in the Kashmir division, while parts of Jammu are reporting deviations of 4°C to 6°C — alarming figures that have prompted a yellow alert from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). On June 13, Srinagar recorded 32.4°C, unusually high for this time of year in the Kashmir Valley.…

Israel’s Operation Rising Lion: The Largest Preemptive Strike on Iran

June 14, 2025 Editor

Background: Building to the Brink of War Decades of Tension Since the 1979 Iranian Revolution and Israel’s unwavering establishment, relations between Tehran and Jerusalem have been fraught. Iran’s nuclear ambitions, its support for militant proxies like Hezbollah and Hamas, and its repeated threats to Israel’s existence have fueled escalating mistrust. Conversely, Israel has upheld a firm stance against any perceived nuclear threat at its doorstep. Recent State of Play In recent years, the conflict intensified. Iran’s direct drone and missile strikes—most notably in April 2024—put Israel’s airbases at risk and…