Day: January 22, 2026

Kashmir Braces for Snow and Rain: Back-to-Back Western Disturbances Set to Hit J&K (Jan 22–28, 2026)

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Kashmir Braces for Snow and Rain: Back-to-Back Western Disturbances Set to Hit J&K (Jan 22–28, 2026)

Kashmir is set to experience widespread rain and snowfall from today (Jan 22), as two back‑to‑back Western Disturbances grip Jammu & Kashmir. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of heavy precipitation, possible highway disruptions, and avalanche risks, with peak activity expected on Jan 23 and again on Jan 27. By: Javid Amin | 21 January 2026 A Region Poised for Winter Extremes Kashmir, the picturesque Himalayan valley known for its dramatic landscapes and winter tourism, is bracing for another intense spell of winter weather. Beginning January 22, 2026,…

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Editors Guild Flags Curbs on Journalists in Kashmir, Warns of Shrinking Press Freedom

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Editors Guild Warns Against Repression of Journalists in Kashmir

Editors Guild Warns Against Repression of Journalists in Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 21 January 2026 Police summons of reporters revive fears of intimidation, self-censorship, and democratic backsliding in India’s most sensitive region Journalism Under the Scanner Once Again The Editors Guild of India (EGI) has issued a strongly worded statement condemning what it describes as the “continued repression of legitimate journalistic activity” in Jammu and Kashmir, warning that the repeated summoning of journalists by police risks normalising intimidation and undermining the foundations of a free press. The statement follows…

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JKPSC KCS Mains Result Row: Kashmir Bar Alleges Regional Bias, Merit Undermined

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JKPSC KCS Mains Result Row: Kashmir Bar Alleges Regional Bias, Merit Undermined

JKPSC KCS Mains Row: Kashmir Bar Association Rejects Results, Alleges Regional Bias in Civil Services Recruitment By: Javid Amin | 21 January 2026 Outrage erupts in Kashmir after JKPSC KCS Mains results reveal a stark regional skew, triggering protests, legal threats, and renewed debate over merit, transparency, and representation in Jammu & Kashmir’s recruitment system. A Result That Reignited an Old Wound Competitive examinations in Jammu & Kashmir are rarely just about marks and rankings. They often become mirrors reflecting deeper anxieties about power, representation, and fairness between the Union…

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