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Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Division: ‘Pitting Hindus and Muslims Will Have Dangerous Consequences’

March 14, 2025 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Divisive Politics, Cites Dangerous Consequences Srinagar, March 13: People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has issued a stark warning about the dangers of pitting Hindus and Muslims against each other. Reacting to controversies surrounding Holi celebrations coinciding with Friday prayers during Ramadhan, Mufti emphasized that such divisive politics could have long-term repercussions for the country. “A Poisonous Atmosphere” Speaking to reporters in Shopian, Mufti lamented the deteriorating communal harmony in India. “The atmosphere across the country is being…

Jammu & Kashmir Railway Expansion: Projects Face Strategic and Feasibility Hurdles

March 14, 2025 Editor

Five New Railway Surveys Underway in J&K, Others Remain Stalled: Government Updates The Union government revealed on Wednesday that five new railway surveys are currently underway in Jammu and Kashmir, while other long-awaited projects remain stalled due to feasibility concerns and funding constraints. Key Highlights from the Railway Minister’s Statement Speaking in the Lok Sabha in response to Member of Parliament Mohmad Haneefa’s query, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shed light on the progress and challenges of railway connectivity in the region. Notably, the minister confirmed: The Srinagar-Kargil-Leh rail plan was…

Tarigami Calls for Education Reforms: Freeing J&K from Consumerism

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 Editor

‘Liberate Education from Consumerism’: Tarigami Urges Reforms in J&K Assembly Jammu/Srinagar, March 13, 2025 – In a passionate address during the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly’s session on demands for grants, CPM leader and Kulgam MLA Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami called for urgent reforms to free education from the grip of “consumerism and commodification.” His speech highlighted the challenges posed by the New National Education Policy (NEP) and the privatization of education in the region. Education Under Threat Tarigami expressed deep concern over the NEP, alleging that it distorts history and…

Healing Touch Vs Muscular Policy: Mehbooba Mufti Slams Ban on J&K Parties

March 13, 2025 Editor

Healing Touch vs. Muscular Policy: Mehbooba Mufti Criticizes Ban on J&K-Based Parties New Delhi/Srinagar, March 13, 2025 – The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir has been stirred by the Ministry of Home Affairs’ (MHA) recent decision to ban two regional parties, the Awami Action Committee (AAC) and the Jammu and Kashmir Ittehadul Muslimeen (JKIM). The move has drawn sharp criticism from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti, who has called for a more compassionate approach to governance in the region. A Controversial Ban The MHA’s declaration of the…

Bharat Vs India: What’s in a Name? Omar Abdullah Weighs In

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 Editor

Can call country Bharat, Hindustan or India: Omar on RSS leader’s remark Asserting that this country is known by its three names — Bharat, India and Hindustan — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said citizens may call it by any name that resonates with them. Responding to a question on the comments made by RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, who insisted at a function that if the country’s name is Bharat, it should exclusively be called that, Abdullah said, “We call it Bharat. We call it…

Political, Religious Leaders Unite to Condemn Gulmarg Fashion Show in Ramadan

March 10, 2025 Editor

Gulmarg Fashion Show Sparks Outrage During Ramadan; Leaders Demand Accountability Srinagar, March 9 – A fashion show held at the world-famous ski resort of Gulmarg during the holy month of Ramadan has triggered widespread criticism and condemnation across Jammu and Kashmir. The event, described as “indecent” by critics, has been labeled a “cultural invasion” and an affront to Kashmiri sentiments. National Conference (NC) senior leader and Member of Parliament from central Kashmir, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, expressed shock over the event, which featured models walking on snow in designer outfits.…

Sajad Lone Highlights Unaddressed Promises in L-G’s Address, Calls for Action

March 7, 2025 Editor

Lone Slams J&K L-G’s Address, Calls It ‘Love Letter to BJP’ Srinagar 07 March 2025: Peoples Conference president and Handwara MLA Sajad Lone on Thursday criticised the recent Lieutenant Governor’s address, calling it a “love letter to the BJP” rather than a representation of public concerns from the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly. Speaking during the ongoing Budget session, Lone denounced the address for failing to acknowledge the deep-rooted grievances of people, dismissing it as a “hollow vision document” disconnected from the realities and aspirations of Jammu and Kashmir. “It was…

Historical Tensions Reignited: PDP Protests Against BJP Leader’s Comments on 1931 Martyrs

March 7, 2025 Editor

PDP Rallies in Kashmir Over BJP Leader’s ‘Disrespectful’ Remarks Against 1931 Martyrs Srinagar 06 March 2025: The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) held protest demonstrations across several parts of Kashmir on Thursday in response to the “disrespectful” remarks made by BJP leader Sunil Sharma against the July 13, 1931 martyrs. The protests, led by senior PDP leader Iltija Mufti, demanded an apology from Sharma and accused the BJP of attempting to erase Jammu and Kashmir’s collective history and memory. Protests in Srinagar In Srinagar, the protest was spearheaded by Iltija Mufti,…

Ambitious Plan Unveiled: J&K Govt to Achieve Power Self-Sufficiency by 2027

March 6, 2025 Editor

Govt Committed to Offer 200 Units Free Electricity: J&K CM Omar Abdullah Jammu 05 March 2025: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on Wednesday that Jammu and Kashmir aims to achieve self-sufficiency in power generation by 2027. As part of this ambitious plan, the government is committed to offering 200 units of free electricity to consumers, ensuring a reliable and uninterrupted electricity supply. Self-Sufficiency in Power Generation The Chief Minister emphasized that the Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation (JKSPDC) is prioritizing the development of hydroelectric power projects to achieve self-reliance…

Jaishankar Outlines Steps to Resolve Kashmir Issue, Emphasizes Return of PoK

March 6, 2025 Editor

If Pakistan Vacates PoK, Kashmir Issue Will Be ‘Solved’: Jaishankar Srinagar 05 March 2025: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said that Pakistan vacating Pakistan Occupied Kashmir would resolve the Kashmir issue in its entirety. The Minister was responding to a question from a member of the audience at the Chatham House, the London-based thinktank. The question was about whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi could use his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump to “solve” the Kashmir issue. “Removing Article 370 was step number one,” Mr. Jaishankar said, referring to…