Day: July 12, 2026

Ilthija Mufti Placed Under House Arrest Ahead of July 13 Martyrs’ Day, Raises Questions Over ‘Normalcy’ in Kashmir

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Ilthija Mufti Placed Under House Arrest Ahead of July 13 Martyrs’ Day, Raises Questions Over ‘Normalcy’ in Kashmir

PDP Leader Says Restrictions on Political Activity Contradict Official Claims of Peace and Democratic Normalcy By: News Desk  12 July 2026 Political tensions have resurfaced in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of July 13 Martyrs’ Day, with People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Ilthija Mufti alleging that she was placed under house arrest in Srinagar as security measures were intensified before the annual commemoration. Ilthija Mufti, daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, criticized the move, arguing that restrictions on mainstream political leaders during a day of historical significance…

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July 13 in Kashmir: A Day That Refuses to Fade Into History as Leaders Await Permission to Honour the 1931 Martyrs

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July 13 in Kashmir: A Day That Refuses to Fade Into History as Leaders Await Permission to Honour the 1931 Martyrs

The Battle Over Memory Continues in Jammu & Kashmir By: News Desk | 11 July 2026 Every year, July 13 evokes strong emotions across Jammu and Kashmir. For many, it is not merely another date on the calendar but a reminder of one of the most defining moments in Kashmir’s modern political history. This year, attention has once again turned towards Naqshband Sahib in Srinagar, where the graves of those killed during the July 13, 1931 uprising are located. Political leaders from multiple parties are awaiting official permission to visit…

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Omar Abdullah Alleges ₹20–30 Crore Offer to Poach NC MLA: J&K Politics Heats Up Amid Defection Claims

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Omar Abdullah Alleges ₹20–30 Crore Offer to Poach NC MLA: J&K Politics Heats Up Amid Defection Claims

J&K Chief Minister Says ‘Money Power’ Is Being Used to Destabilize the National Conference By: Javid Amin | 11 July 2026 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has levelled serious allegations of political horse-trading, claiming that attempts are being made to split the ruling National Conference (NC) by offering enormous sums of money to its legislators. According to Omar Abdullah, one of the National Conference MLAs was allegedly offered between ₹20 crore and ₹30 crore to switch political allegiance. The Chief Minister did not publicly identify the legislator or…

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