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Mehbooba Mufti House Arrest Claim: J&K Outsourcing Jobs Row Intensifies as PDP Steps Up Protest Against NC Government

July 1, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti’s House Arrest Claim Adds New Twist to J&K Outsourcing Jobs Row By: Javid Amin | 01 July 2026 The controversy over outsourcing of jobs in Jammu and Kashmir has taken a sharper political turn after Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti claimed that she was placed under house arrest in Srinagar while attempting to participate in protests against the government’s recruitment policy. The allegation has added a new dimension to an already heated political battle involving the PDP, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the National Conference-led Jammu…

Tanvir Sadiq Targets BJP and PDP Over ‘Dirty Politics’, Says NC Alone Is Fighting for Jammu & Kashmir’s Statehood

June 14, 2026 Editor

Tanvir Sadiq Targets BJP and PDP Over ‘Dirty Politics’, Says NC Alone Is Fighting for Jammu & Kashmir’s Future By: Javid Amin | 13 June 2026 NC Intensifies Political Offensive as Statehood Debate Returns to Centre Stage The political temperature in Jammu & Kashmir has once again risen after National Conference (NC) leader Tanvir Sadiq launched a sharp attack on both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing them of indulging in what he termed “dirty politics” at the expense of the people of 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…

BJP Alleges Bias in J&K Assembly Committee Chairmanships, Questions Speaker’s Neutrality

May 15, 2026 Editor

BJP Cries Foul Over J&K Assembly Committee Appointments, Raises Questions on Democratic Balance By: Javid Amin | 14 May 2026 Opposition Says Allocation of House Committee Chairmanships Weakens Accountability in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly A fresh political controversy has erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused the Speaker of showing bias in the allocation of chairmanships for key House committees. The opposition party has alleged that eight out of nine committee heads were appointed from the ruling alliance, leaving the opposition with only…

BJP’s “Extra Votes” Row in J&K Rajya Sabha Poll 2025: NC Cites RTI, PDP Rebuts Collusion Claims

April 30, 2026 Editor

BJP’s “Extra Votes” Trigger Political Storm in J&K By: Javid Amin | 29 April 2026 NC Flags RTI Findings, PDP Pushes Back Hard The 2025 Rajya Sabha elections in Jammu & Kashmir have spiraled into a full-blown political controversy after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured more votes than its legislative strength, prompting allegations of cross-voting, procedural lapses, and backroom coordination among major parties. At the center of the row is BJP candidate Sat Sharma, who received 32 votes—four more than the party’s 28 MLAs in the Assembly—raising immediate questions…

Lok Bhavan Replaces Raj Bhavan in Jammu & Kashmir: A Deep Dive Into the Shift, Its Significance, Political Messaging, and Public Implications

December 3, 2025 Editor

J&K Renames Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan: Meaning, Politics, Symbolism & Impact Explained By: Javid Amin | 02 November 2025 On November 25, 2025, a quiet but symbolically powerful change took place in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The building historically known as Raj Bhavan—the official residence and administrative headquarters of the region’s highest constitutional authority—was officially renamed Lok Bhavan. The decision follows an official directive issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and implemented by Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.…

Nagrota Records 75.08% Voter Turnout, Budgam 50.02% in Peaceful Bypolls Across J&K

November 12, 2025 Editor

Strong voter participation marks the Jammu and Kashmir by-elections, reflecting renewed public confidence in democratic processes. By: Javid Amin | 11 November 2025 In a major boost to democratic participation in Jammu and Kashmir, the Nagrota and Budgam constituencies recorded robust voter turnouts of 75.08% and 50.02% respectively during the November 11 bypolls. The day-long polling process remained peaceful and incident-free, officials confirmed late Monday night. Voter Turnout Highlights Nagrota (Jammu region) led the turnout chart with an impressive 75.08%, demonstrating high civic engagement despite the chilly autumn weather. Budgam…

Ladakh Turmoil Sparks Alarm in Kashmir: Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti Warn of Crisis

September 26, 2025 Editor

Ladakh Violence Sparks Alarm in Kashmir, Omar Abdullah & Mehbooba Warn of Crisis By: Javid Amin | 25 September 2025 Flashpoint in Leh Ladakh, long known for its relative calm, is now witnessing one of its most violent protests in recent memory. Demonstrators demanding statehood and constitutional safeguards clashed with security forces in Leh, setting police vehicles and a BJP office ablaze. Casualties: Four people killed. Injuries: At least 59, including 40 police personnel. Shift in Mood: A movement once marked by peaceful marches has escalated into fiery street battles.…

Jammu & Kashmir Statehood: Supreme Court Refuses to Advance Hearing, Holds Firm on October 10 Date

August 26, 2025 Editor

J&K Statehood Case: Supreme Court Sticks to October 10 Hearing Date Amid Rising Public Frustration By: Javid Amin | 25 Aug 2025 Supreme Court Holds Firm: “It is Already Listed” The long-standing issue of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood restoration took another turn this week when the Supreme Court of India refused to advance the scheduled hearing date. A petition had sought urgent consideration, citing both constitutional urgency and growing public frustration, but the apex court firmly stated that the matter will be taken up as planned on October 10, 2025.…

Omar Abdullah’s Statehood Signature Campaign: Symbolism, Strategy, or Political Hypocrisy?

August 16, 2025 Editor

Why the New Campaign Has Stirred More Questions Than Answers in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 16 Aug 2025 The Promise and the Protest “We will launch a massive signature campaign across Jammu & Kashmir. Over the next eight weeks, we will reach all 90 Assembly Constituencies, gathering signatures in support of restoring J&K’s statehood,” announced Honourable CM Omar Abdullah, standing before party leaders, legislators, and a charged crowd of supporters. It was meant to sound like a battle cry—a show of defiance, a mobilization of…