Kargil Rejects ‘Council Model’: KDA Pushes for Statehood, Sixth Schedule in Fresh Talks Demand By: Javid Amin | 16 April 2026 A Clear Rejection: Kargil Draws the Line In a strong political assertion, the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) has outrightly rejected the Centre’s proposed “council model” for Kargil, reiterating that its long-standing demands for statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards remain non-negotiable. The alliance has simultaneously called for the early resumption of dialogue with the Centre, signaling that while it is open to negotiations, it will not dilute its core political…
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Kashmir Power Shutdown April 2026: Full Schedule, Affected Areas & Survival Guide for Residents
Kashmir Power Shutdown April 2026: Full Schedule, Affected Areas & Preparation Guide By: Javid Amin | 16 April 2026 Planned Power Shutdown Across Kashmir: What You Need to Know Residents across parts of Kashmir are set to experience scheduled power outages between April 16 and April 18, 2026, as the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited undertakes critical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. The outages will affect multiple localities in Budgam and Anantnag districts, with power cuts ranging from 3 to 6 hours. While such shutdowns may cause temporary inconvenience, officials say…
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