Complete bandh in Ladakh against Sonam Wangchuk’s detention Ladakh came to a standstill today with a complete bandh being observed to protest the detention of renowned climate activist and innovator, Sonam Wangchuk. Wangchuk was on his way to New Delhi to advocate for the Sixth Schedule for Ladakh when he was detained by the Delhi Police. The detention has sparked widespread anger across the region, with local leaders condemning the police action. Protest demonstration in both districts of Leh and Kargil were also witnessed. The bandh call was issued by…
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2024 J&K Polls Turnout Likely to Miss 2014 Benchmark
In the recently held Lok Sabha polls, the polling percentage was 58.4% — the highest turnout of the last 35 years in J&K parliamentary elections As the voting ended for the final phase on Monday, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed improvement in polling percentage from the recent Lok Sabha polls in the summer. The figure, however, still fell short of the final tally for the 2014 assembly polls. The voting to the third and final phase of elections in Jammu and Kashmir ended with a polling percentage of 65.6% after witnessing…
Read MoreGlobal Spotlight on Kashmir: Protests Over Nasrallah’s Death
Kashmir’s Fury Over Nasrallah Killing Gains Global Media Spotlight Srinagar, 01 Oct: The assassination of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, a prominent figure admired in Kashmir for his staunch resistance against the American-Israeli agenda in the Middle East, ignited widespread protests and spontaneous shutdowns across several districts, including Budgam, Baramulla, Bandipora, and Srinagar. However, it was for the first time that the demonstrations quickly garnered global attention, with international and national media outlets, including Al Jazeera English, Turkey’s Anadolu Agency, Iran’s Tehran Times, India Today and The Economic Times besides others extensively…
Read MoreSupreme Court’s Firm Stand: ‘Temple or Dargah, Law Applies Equally’
The Supreme Court reaffirmed India’s secular status, underscoring that its directives on bulldozer action The Supreme Court, in a landmark decision, emphasized that public safety takes precedence over religious structures encroaching on roads, water bodies, or rail tracks. The court reaffirmed India’s secular status, underscoring that its directives on bulldozer action and anti-encroachment drives will apply uniformly to all citizens, regardless of their faith. The remarks were made by a two-judge bench, comprising of Justice BR Gavai and Justice KV Viswanathan, while hearing petitions challenging bulldozer action against criminals. “Whether…
Read MoreShielding Your Digital Fortress: A Comprehensive Guide to Virus Protection
How to Protect Your Devices from Virus Attacks: A Comprehensive Guide By: Javid Amin In today’s digital age, our reliance on devices like computers, smartphones, and tablets has become an integral part of our personal and professional lives. From storing important documents to handling financial transactions, our devices are central to our daily routines. However, with this growing dependence comes an equally significant threat—viruses and other types of malware that can infect your devices, disrupt your systems, steal your data, and even compromise your privacy. While technology has advanced to…
Read MoreBollywood Twist: Fake Anupam Kher Notes Used in 2.1 Kg Gold Scam
Currency notes with Anupam Kher picture used to con bullion trader of 2.1 kg gold Ahmedabad, Sep 30: In a plot twist that could be the envy of even Bollywood, a bullion trader was duped of 2.1 kgs of gold after unidentified con men handed over counterfeit currency featuring the face of noted actor Anupam Kher. The transaction at the end left a local bullion trader, Mehul Thakkar, high and dry and duped of 2.1 kgs of gold. Thakkar filed a complaint with the Navrangpura police station, detailing how he was…
Read MoreDarbar Move Restoration: A Crucial Step for Jammu’s Economic Revival
Restoring Darbar Move key issue as Jammu awaits economic revival Jammu, Sep 30: Amidst a cacophony in bustling Jammu’s Moti Bazar, Chandan Gupta is attending a customer in his tastefully decorated fabric store. As the customer walks out, Gupta expresses his hope that the new government heeds the business community’s call to restore the practice of Darbar Move. The Lieutenant Governor’s administration ended the 149-year-old bi-annual Darbar Move practice in 2021, putting the business community in a bind. The key issue of restoring the age-old Darbar Move practice is on the minds…
Read MoreLast Ballot, Big Impact: J&K’s Final Voting Phase Today
Jammu and Kashmir assembly election 2024 live updates: Voting in third phase across 40 seats underway Jammu and Kashmir is voting in the third and final phase of polling today, with over 39 lakh voters exercising their franchise across 40 assembly seats – 24 in Jammu region and 16 in Kashmir. The final phase of polling, which began at 7 am and conclude by 7 pm in the Valley, will determine the future of 415 candidates. The Election Commission of India has set up 5,060 polling stations across Jammu and…
Read MoreAmit Shah Condemns Kharge: ‘Distasteful Speech Shows Fear and Hate for Modi’
Political Tensions Escalate: Amit Shah Rebukes Kharge’s ‘Distasteful’ Comments Srinagar, Sept 30: Union Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah Monday said, the Congress President Mallikarjun Karge “has outperformer himself, his leaders, and his party in being absolutely distasteful and disgraceful in his speech.” Shah was reacting to Kharge’s Sunday speech in Jammu where after he was taken ill but resumed his speech, saying he won’t die before Prime Minister Narendra Modi is removed from power. Taking to his official X-handle, Shah termed Kharge’s speech a “bitter display of spite.” “He…
Read MoreDrug Abuse Epidemic: A Major Challenge for Kashmir’s Incoming Leadership
Kashmir’s Heroin Surge: New Government’s Toughest Test With Kashmir witnessing a steep surge in psychotropic drug abuse, especially the consumption of heroin among youngsters, whoever comes to power in Jammu and Kashmir is likely to face an uphill task in tackling the menace. According to experts, instances of drug abuse have risen manifold over the years due to the easy availability of heroin and rehabilitation centres in the Valley are fully occupied. Dr Mohammad Muzaffar Khan, who is associated with a de-addiction centre run by the Jammu and Kashmir Police,…
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