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BJP Cracks Down on Dissidents: Rebels Contesting Against Party Face Suspension

September 19, 2024September 19, 2024 Editor

Taking strict action against the rebels who had triggered infighting and dissent within the saffron party, the BJP on Wednesday suspended three senior leaders from Udhampur East and Chhamb constituencies. The three leaders who have been suspended include vice president of the party, Pawan Khajuria, who is contesting as an Independent from Udhampur East after he was denied ticket, Balwan Singh another party leader and former chairman of Block Development Council (BDC), Udhampur, who is also contesting from Udhampur East, and Narinder Singh Bhau, who is contesting as an Independent…

Jamaat-e-Islami’s Return: What It Means for the Future of J&K Politics

September 19, 2024September 19, 2024 Editor

Jamaat-e-Islami’s Return to Politics: What It Means for J&K Elections By: Javid Amin In a surprising turn of events, Jamaat-e-Islami, a socio-religious group with a significant historical presence in Jammu and Kashmir, has re-entered the political arena after decades of boycotting elections. This move has sparked considerable debate and speculation about its potential impact on the upcoming J&K Assembly elections. Historical Context To understand the significance of Jamaat-e-Islami’s decision to field its candidates in the J&K Assembly elections, it is crucial to delve into the nature of the organization and…

J&K Polls: ST, SC Voters Hold Greater Sway After Article 370 Abrogation

September 18, 2024 Editor

Notably, a 10% reservation had been accorded to the Pahari community and three other tribes, which in turn took the total reservations under the ST category to 20% and 8% reservations to OBCs) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will be banking on the consolidation of the nomadic Gujjars and Pahari community votes in its favour heading into the assembly elections. “I am not associated with any political party, but I am voluntarily campaigning for the BJP in Pir Panjal region, (Rajouri-Poonch) because what BJP did for the Pahari community was…

BJP’s Chenab Valley Strategy: Navigating NC and Congress Roadblocks

September 18, 2024 Editor

The first phase of Assembly elections, which are being held after a gap of 10 years, will witness an interesting contest as a terror victim, a J&K Congress ex-chief and many former ministers will be part of the electoral battle on Wednesday in the Jammu division. Eight seats in three districts of Doda, Kishtwar and Ramban, also loosely defined as Chenab Valley, will go to polls besides other constituencies in the Kashmir region. The voters are expected to cast their votes keeping in view the factors related to development, employment,…

The Road to 2024: Critical Insights on Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections

September 18, 2024September 19, 2024 Editor

After a decade, the Union Territory goes on polls in three phases starting September 18 Jammu and Kashmir is gearing up for its first assembly elections in a decade, with the first phase of polling set for Wednesday (September 18). Over 23 lakh voters will decide the fate of 219 candidates, including 90 independents, who are running for 24 Assembly segments— eight in three districts of Jammu region and 16 in four districts of Kashmir valley. The first round will see 24 assembly constituencies contested across the Chenab Valley districts of Doda, Kishtwar,…

Sajad Lone Exposes Alleged Conspiracy: Sheikh Abdul Rashid’s Jail Absence Raises Questions

September 17, 2024 Editor

Sajad Lone Accuses Sheikh Abdul Rashid of Jail Absence, Alleges BJP Conspiracy By: Javid Amin In a dramatic turn of events, Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference president Sajad Lone has launched a scathing attack on Lok Sabha member Sheikh Abdul Rashid, popularly known as Engineer Rashid. Lone alleged that Rashid was not in jail for the past two months, raising serious questions about the integrity of the political process in the region. “This is the worst executed plan of Delhi since 1947. No plan has been so badly executed. This…

Entry of several unknowns in Valley race stirs political scene but its two mainstream parties still ahead

September 17, 2024 Editor

Entry of several unknowns in Valley race stirs political scene but its two mainstream parties still ahead As the campaign for the first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections drew to a close Monday, the Valley had cast its vote on at least one count. For the first time in three-and-a-half decades, Kashmir was witness to fearless campaigning, with enthusiastic public participation. Of J&K’s 90 Assembly constituencies, 24 will see voting on September 18 – 16 in Kashmir province, and eight in Jammu – in what is the…

Unity Call: Omar Abdullah Cautions Voters on Dividing Votes

September 16, 2024 Editor

Omar Abdullah cautions people against division of votes Srinagar, Sep 15: National Conference (NC) Vice President Omar Abdullah today cautioned people against division of votes in the assembly elections. According to a press release, he was addressing election rallies at Larnoo in Kokernag and Rajpora in Pulwama. Omar emphasised that making the wrong choice in selecting the government could have significant and long-lasting effects on the region. “It is crucial for voters to carefully consider their decisions and unite behind a common goal for the betterment of Jammu and Kashmir,”…

Debunking Myths: Manoj Sinha on Alleged Power Surge of J&K Lt Governor

September 16, 2024 Editor

Pointing out that the State Reorganisation Act was challenged in the Supreme Court along with the scrapping of the Article 370, he said it now has the approval of the court. Srinagar: Manoj Sinha, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, has questioned the controversy over the alleged increase in the powers of Lieutenant Governor of the union Territory, asking if such a bill has been presented in parliament. Speaking about the Opposition comments on the issue, he told NDTV in an exclusive interview: “Some things are done to create…

Omar Abdullah Slams PM Modi’s Focus on Dynastic Politics Amid Security Woes

September 15, 2024 Editor

Addressing an election rally in the Doda district in support of BJP candidates earlier in the day, Modi said political dynasties in Jammu and Kashmir have destroyed the region and not allowed new leadership to grow Prime Minister Narendra Modi should focus on the “deteriorating” security situation in Jammu and Kashmir instead of raising the bogey of dynastic politics, National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah said on Saturday. “Only 24 hours ago in Doda where Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a gathering, we lost two soldiers, including an officer. In…