November 7, 2025 | Kashmir POST

Tuesday’s Twin Tests: Budgam & Nagrota Bypolls to Gauge J&K’s Political Pulse

November 7, 2025 Editor

Tuesday’s Twin Tests: Bypolls to Gauge J&K’s Power Pulse By: Javid Amin | 06 November 2025 Budgam and Nagrota brace for symbolic political battles in post-Article 370 Jammu & Kashmir Overview: Twin Bypolls, One Message The political temperature in Jammu and Kashmir is rising sharply as the region braces for two crucial by-elections on November 11, 2025—in Budgam and Nagrota. Far from being mere mid-term contests, these elections are shaping up as referendums on power, identity, and governance in a territory still finding its democratic rhythm after the abrogation of…

Jammu & Kashmir Defamation Suit: JKAS Officer Sues Journalist for ₹7 Crore — Freedom of Press or Professional Protection?

November 7, 2025November 7, 2025 Editor

A Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service officer has filed a ₹7 crore defamation suit against journalist Tousif Kraipak, alleging reputational damage from social media posts. By: Javid Amin | 06 November 2025 A New Landmark in Digital Accountability In perhaps a telling moment for the evolving interplay between governance, journalism and social media in India, a senior officer of the Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) has launched a high-stakes legal battle against a journalist. The move lays bare the tensions emerging at the crossroads of public service integrity, free…