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

March 4, 2026 Editor

‘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.…

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

March 4, 2026 Editor

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…

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

March 3, 2026 Editor

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…

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

March 3, 2026 Editor

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:…

J&K on Edge: CM Omar Abdullah Appeals for Calm as Leaders Term Khamenei’s Killing ‘Tragic’

March 2, 2026 Editor

Jammu & Kashmir Reacts to Khamenei Assassination: CM Omar Abdullah Appeals for Calm, Schools Closed, Leaders Condemn Strike By: Javid Amin | 01 March 2026 A Region Holding Its Breath Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh remain tense but controlled after reports emerged alleging the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a US–Israel strike. While the emotional response — especially among Shia communities — has been intense, political leadership across party lines has struck a remarkably unified and restrained tone. The administration has moved swiftly with preventive measures,…

Modi–Netanyahu Meet Draws Fire Over Gaza Killings: Kashmir Calls It a ‘Betrayal of India’s Conscience’

February 28, 2026 Editor

Modi–Netanyahu Meet Draws Fire Over Gaza Killings | Kashmir Leaders Call Israel Visit a Betrayal By: Javid Amin | 27 February 2026 A Visit That Sparked Applause in Tel Aviv — and Anger in Kashmir When Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped onto the tarmac in Tel Aviv for his two-day state visit to Israel in February 2026, the optics were unmistakable. A red-carpet welcome. Warm embraces. Public praise from Israeli leaders. Front-page coverage in Israeli newspapers. His meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu symbolized a relationship that has grown…

Two CRPF Jawans Die by Suicide in Jammu and Kashmir: A Deep Dive into Stress, Silence, and the Mental Health Crisis in Conflict Zones

February 28, 2026 Editor

Two CRPF Jawans Die by Suicide in Jammu and Kashmir: Inside a Silent Crisis in the Ranks By: Javid Amin | 27 February 2026 On February 27, 2026, two separate and deeply tragic incidents unfolded in Jammu and Kashmir. In Srinagar and Shopian — miles apart but emotionally connected — two personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) allegedly ended their lives using their service rifles. The deaths of Jawan Hari Om in Srinagar’s Parimpora area and Jawan Manish Kumar in Shopian’s Batapora camp have once again brought into…

Farooq Abdullah Reiterates Demand for J&K Statehood, Calls It ‘Constitutional Right’

February 24, 2026 Editor

Farooq Abdullah Urges Centre to Restore Full Statehood to J&K | NC Reaffirms Demand By: Javid Amin | 23 February 2026 ‘Statehood Is a Constitutional Right’: Farooq Abdullah Renews Call for Restoration in J&K National Conference (NC) president and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah has once again urged the Centre to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, expressing concern over what he described as a prolonged delay in fulfilling the commitment. Abdullah stressed that the restoration of statehood is not merely a political slogan but a constitutional entitlement of…

No Vande Bharat Between Srinagar and Jammu — For Now: Railways Cite Infrastructure Gaps

February 22, 2026 Editor

No Vande Bharat Train Between Srinagar & Jammu Yet, Say Railway Officials By: Javid Amin | 21 February 2026 Railway Officials Clear the Air Railway authorities have clarified that there are no current plans to introduce Vande Bharat trains between Srinagar and Jammu, dampening speculation and public expectations around high-speed rail connectivity in the Union Territory. The clarification comes amid growing public demand and political calls for modern train services in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly as Vande Bharat trains continue to expand across India. Officials emphasized that while modernization remains…

BJP’s Kashmir Show of Strength: Party Targets Omar Govt Over ‘Doublespeak’, Revives 2010 Killings Issue

February 22, 2026 Editor

BJP Attacks Omar Abdullah Govt in Srinagar Rally, Raises 2010 Killings | Kashmir Political Showdown By: Javid Amin | 21 February 2026 Srinagar Rally Signals BJP’s Valley Push; NC Accused of ‘Doublespeak’ In what party leaders described as a decisive show of strength in the Valley, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) mounted a sharp political offensive against the Omar Abdullah-led Jammu & Kashmir National Conference government at a high-profile induction rally in Srinagar. The rally, marked by aggressive speeches and symbolic messaging, saw BJP leaders accuse the National Conference (NC)…