Year: 2026

Precautionary Curbs Continue Across Kashmir After Protests: Internet Restricted, Schools Closed Till March 7

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Precautionary Curbs Continue Across Kashmir After Protests: Internet Restricted, Schools Closed Till March 7

Precautionary Curbs Continue Across Kashmir After Protests: Internet Restricted, Schools Closed Till March 7 By: Javid Amin | 04 March 2026 Authorities in Kashmir have extended precautionary restrictions across the Valley until Thursday amid heightened security concerns following widespread protests in several districts. The curbs include limitations on mobile internet speeds, suspension of certain phone services, and the closure of schools that were scheduled to reopen after the winter break. Officials say the measures are intended to prevent unrest and maintain public order while the administration closely monitors the evolving…

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Iran–Israel Conflict 2026: Real-World Escalation, Strategic Calculus & What Comes Next

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Iran–Israel Conflict 2026: Real-World Escalation, Strategic Calculus & What Comes Next

Iran–Israel Conflict 2026: Real Escalation, Regional Fallout & Global Risk Analysis By: Javid Amin | 04 March 2026 Executive Summary The Iran–Israel confrontation has entered its most volatile phase in decades. While not officially declared as a full conventional war, the conflict now includes: Direct Israeli strikes on Iranian-linked targets Iranian missile and drone retaliation Escalation along the Lebanon front involving Hezbollah U.S. military positioning across the Gulf Diplomatic paralysis at the United Nations The crisis reflects a shift from shadow warfare to open, multi-front confrontation. Civilian risk has increased…

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Mehbooba Mufti Slams OIC for ‘Betraying’ Muslim World Over Iran Strikes

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Mehbooba Mufti Slams OIC for ‘Betraying’ Muslim World Over Iran Strikes

Mehbooba Mufti Accuses OIC of ‘Betrayal’ Over Silence on Khamenei Killing By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 Former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has launched a direct and forceful attack on the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), accusing the 57-member bloc of remaining silent over the US–Israel strikes on Iran that reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Her remarks mark the strongest criticism yet from a mainstream Kashmiri leader against the OIC, framing its response as not merely muted — but as a “grave betrayal of…

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‘Talking to Kings and Princesses’: MP Aga Ruhullah Slams PM Modi’s Gulf Outreach Amid Iran Crisis

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‘Talking to Kings and Princesses’: MP Aga Ruhullah Slams PM Modi’s Gulf Outreach Amid Iran Crisis

‘Talking to Kings and Princesses’: Aga Ruhullah Slams PM’s Gulf Diplomacy Amid Iran Crisis By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 Kashmir MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has launched a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent Middle East outreach, accusing New Delhi of ignoring Iran at a critical moment following the reported assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US–Israel strike. His remarks — delivered amid protests and curfew-like restrictions in Jammu & Kashmir — reflect a deeper political and strategic debate about India’s evolving foreign policy priorities.…

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Meta Takes Down Social Media Handles of Prominent Jammu & Kashmir News Outlets Amid Protests

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Meta Takes Down Social Media Handles of Prominent Jammu & Kashmir News Outlets Amid Protests

Meta Removes Greater Kashmir, Kashmir Life & Rising Kashmir Social Media Accounts Amid Valley Protests By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 Meta Removes Social Media Accounts of Leading Kashmir News Outlets In a move that has triggered widespread concern and political backlash, Meta Platforms has taken down the social media handles of several prominent Jammu and Kashmir–based news organizations from its platforms, including Greater Kashmir, Kashmir Life, and Rising Kashmir. The removals reportedly occurred on March 3, 2026, across platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, at a time when…

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Schools Across Kashmir Valley Closed Till March 7 After Khamenei Killing Protests

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Schools Across Kashmir Valley Closed Till March 7 After Khamenei Killing Protests

Schools Across Kashmir Valley to Remain Closed Till March 7 By: Javid Amin | 03 March 2026 All schools, colleges, and universities across the Kashmir Valley will remain closed until March 7, 2026, authorities confirmed on Tuesday, extending the earlier two-day shutdown imposed amid protests triggered by the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The decision applies to the entire Kashmir Division and has been taken as a precautionary measure in view of the prevailing security situation. Education Minister Confirms Extension Jammu and Kashmir’s Education Minister Sakina Itoo…

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Israel–US–Iran Conflict Widens: Multi-Front War Expands Across Lebanon, Gulf & Tehran

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Israel–US–Iran Conflict Widens: Multi-Front War Expands Across Lebanon, Gulf & Tehran

Israel–US–Iran Conflict Escalates: Lebanon Front, Gulf Strikes, Strait of Hormuz Threat | March 2026 By: Javid Amin | 02 March 2026 Executive Brief: Where Things Stand As of the fourth day of open hostilities (conflict beginning February 28, 2026), the confrontation between Israel, the United States, and Iran has transformed from targeted strikes into a widening regional war. What began with joint Israeli–American operations against Iranian leadership and military infrastructure has now expanded into: Israeli ground maneuvers inside Lebanon Missile and drone exchanges across Gulf states Direct threats to global…

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14 Injured in Kashmir Protests Over Reported Killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader; Lal Chowk Barricaded, Restrictions Continue

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14 Injured in Kashmir Protests Over Reported Killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader; Lal Chowk Barricaded, Restrictions Continue

14 Injured in Kashmir Protests Over Khamenei Killing | Lal Chowk Barricaded, Restrictions Continue Across J&K By: Javid Amin | 02 March 2026 14 Injured as Protests Rock Kashmir After Reports of Khamenei’s Killing At least 14 people were injured in clashes between protesters and security forces across parts of Kashmir on Sunday following reports of the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Demonstrations intensified in Srinagar, particularly around the iconic Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk, which was swiftly barricaded by authorities to prevent mass gatherings. Restrictions on movement…

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Did Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Support PM Modi on Article 370? Inside Iran’s Real Position on Kashmir and India

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Did Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Support PM Modi on Article 370? Inside Iran’s Real Position on Kashmir and India

Did Khamenei Support PM Modi After Article 370? The Truth Behind Iran’s Position on Kashmir and India By: Javid Amin | 02 March 2026 When India revoked Article 370 on August 5, 2019 — ending the special constitutional status of Jammu & Kashmir — the move reshaped not just domestic politics but international diplomacy. Among global reactions, one voice stood out: that of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Did he support Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India’s decision? The answer, based on documented statements and diplomatic exchanges, is clear:…

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Crisis Across the Middle East: What’s Been Struck So Far — A Comprehensive Ground Report as of March 2, 2026 (14:00 IST)

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Crisis Across the Middle East: What’s Been Struck So Far — A Comprehensive Ground Report as of March 2, 2026 (14:00 IST)

Middle East War Report: Major Installations Hit in Iran, Israel & Gulf | March 2, 2026 Analysis By: Javid Amin | 02 March 2026 Executive Summary As of 14:00 Indian Standard Time on March 2, 2026, the conflict between Iran and Israel has entered one of its most volatile phases in decades, with repercussions rippling across the broader Middle East. Key developments include: Multiple major Iranian military installations have been struck by Israeli forces, including naval and air bases and high-value command centers — but no verified hits on Iran’s…

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