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“Time Has Come to Remind Delhi of Its Promise”: Tanvir Sadiq Signals New Phase in NC’s Statehood Campaign

June 6, 2026 Editor

Tanvir Sadiq Says Time Has Come to Remind Delhi of Its Statehood Promise By: Javid Amin | 05 May 2026 As Omar, Farooq and Tanvir Speak in Unison, National Conference Sharpens Pressure for Statehood Restoration NC’s Message Is Becoming More Direct The National Conference’s political messaging on statehood restoration appears to be entering a more assertive phase. After weeks of discussions surrounding governance reviews, cabinet expansion, opposition criticism and internal party dynamics, senior National Conference leader Tanvir Sadiq has delivered what may be the clearest indication yet of the party’s…

Ruhullah’s Absence, Opposition Fire and Omar’s Leadership Test: How One Dachigam Retreat Triggered a Political Storm in J&K

June 4, 2026 Editor

Ruhullah Skips NC Dachigam Retreat as Opposition Targets Omar Abdullah Over ‘Floor Test Politics’ By: Javid Amin | 03 June 2026 NC’s Show of Unity Faces Questions as Aga Ruhullah Stays Away, Opposition Labels Retreat a ‘Floor Test’ One Absence That Spoke Louder Than the Meeting The National Conference’s June 3 legislature party retreat at Dachigam National Park was intended to project unity, confidence and internal coordination. Instead, the gathering has triggered a fresh round of political speculation, opposition attacks and questions about the state of affairs within Jammu and…

Mehbooba’s Outreach Vs Omar’s Reply: Why Jammu & Kashmir’s Politics Remains Divided Despite Shared Aspirations

June 3, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti’s Unity Call Meets Omar Abdullah’s Caution: Can Jammu & Kashmir Overcome Political Rivalries? By: Javid Amin | 02 June 2026 Ladakh’s United Voice Has Become a Mirror Reflecting Jammu & Kashmir’s Political Fragmentation In politics, symbolism often matters as much as substance. That is why the recent exchange between former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has generated attention far beyond a routine political disagreement. At the heart of the debate lies a simple but powerful question: Can Jammu & Kashmir’s political leadership set aside…

J&K CM Omar Abdullah Calls Key MLAs Meeting on June 3: Governance, Public Welfare and Political Strategy in Focus

June 1, 2026June 1, 2026 Editor

J&K CM Omar Abdullah Calls Crucial MLAs Meeting on June 3 Amid Growing Governance and Political Challenges By: Javid Amin | 31 May 2026 Srinagar Set for Significant Political Deliberations as Chief Minister Seeks Greater Coordination and Accountability In a politically significant development, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has convened a meeting of ruling legislators and supporting independent Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) on June 3, signaling a renewed push towards governance coordination, public welfare initiatives, and administrative accountability. The meeting, scheduled to be held in Srinagar,…

Mehbooba Mufti Condemns Mirwaiz House Arrest on Eid as Jamia Masjid Remains Shut for 8th Consecutive Year

May 28, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Slams Mirwaiz House Arrest on Eid 2026 as Jamia Masjid Remains Closed for 8th Year By: Javid Amin | 27 May 2026 PDP Chief Says Restrictions on Eid Prayers Have “Become a Custom” in Kashmir On Eid-ul-Adha 2026, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti sharply criticised the administration for placing Kashmir’s chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq under house arrest and preventing him from offering Eid prayers at the historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar. The remarks came after authorities allegedly stopped the Mirwaiz from…

Sidhra Demolition Row Deepens: Nomadic Communities Allege ‘Atrocities’ as J&K Forest Minister Boycotts Own Department Event

May 24, 2026 Editor

Sidhra Demolition Row Escalates as Nomadic Communities Allege ‘Atrocities’, J&K Minister Boycotts Event By: Javid Amin | 23 May 2026 Gujjar and Bakarwal Families Accuse Authorities of Targeting Settlements; Minister’s Protest Signals Growing Rift Within Government The political and humanitarian fallout from the controversial Sidhra demolition drive in Jammu & Kashmir has intensified after members of nomadic communities filed formal complaints alleging “atrocities” by authorities, while the Union Territory’s Forest Minister staged a dramatic boycott of his own department’s event in apparent protest against the handling of the demolitions. The…

“Officers Are Taking Decisions”: Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary’s Remark Reignites Debate Over Power Structure in J&K

May 22, 2026 Editor

Surinder Choudhary Says Officers Taking Key Decisions in J&K, Sparks Governance Debate By: Javid Amin | 21 May 22026 Deputy Chief Minister’s Admission Sparks Questions Over Democratic Authority, Bureaucratic Control and Governance Accountability in Jammu & Kashmir A candid statement by Surinder Choudhary has triggered fresh political debate in Jammu and Kashmir over who truly governs the Union Territory — elected representatives or the administrative bureaucracy. In remarks that have quickly gained political attention, the Deputy Chief Minister acknowledged that ministers operate with limited authority while key decisions are often…

Smart City Projects Under Fire: Non-Functional Traffic Signals, Barricaded Roads and Empty Cycle Tracks Frustrate Residents

May 21, 2026 Editor

Smart City or Smart Chaos? Residents Question Functionality of Urban “Modernization” Projects By: Javid Amin | 20 May 2026 Smart City or Smart Showpiece? Citizens Raise Questions Over Urban Planning and Ground Reality Glittering traffic signals, redesigned roads, decorative cycle tracks, digital systems, and modern street infrastructure were supposed to transform cities into efficient urban spaces under the Smart City vision. But for many residents, the reality feels very different. Across several upgraded urban corridors, people increasingly complain that “smart infrastructure” appears more cosmetic than functional — filled with non-working…

National Conference Promises Liquor Ban in Kashmir Soon, Attacks BJP Over ‘Silence’ During LG Rule

May 17, 2026May 17, 2026 Editor

NC Promises Liquor Ban in Kashmir “Very Soon,” Targets BJP Over ‘Silence’ During LG Rule By: Javid Amin | 16 May 2026 Tanvir Sadiq Says Only National Conference Will Implement Prohibition; BJP, PDP, Apni Party and Hurriyat Intensify Pressure Over Alcohol Policy The debate over liquor prohibition in Jammu and Kashmir has escalated into a major political flashpoint after the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC) announced that a ban on alcohol in Kashmir would be implemented “very soon.” Senior NC leader and MLA Tanvir Sadiq declared that prohibition would…

Mehbooba Mufti Backs RSS Call for Pakistan Dialogue: Can Talks Revive Kashmir’s Lost Peace Process?

May 14, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Supports RSS Leader’s Call for Indo-Pak Dialogue on Kashmir | Peace Talks Debate Revives By: Javid Amin | 13 May 2026 Mehbooba Mufti Welcomes RSS Leader’s Call for Pakistan Dialogue, Rekindles Debate on Kashmir Peace Process In a politically significant development, Mehbooba Mufti has welcomed remarks by a senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader advocating dialogue with Pakistan, saying the statement validates what her party has argued for years — that peace in Jammu & Kashmir cannot be achieved through force alone. The remarks have triggered renewed discussion…