Major Reshuffle in Jammu & Kashmir: 58 JKAS Officers Transferred and Posted Across Key Departments By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 What Happened: On November 20, 2025, the Government of Jammu & Kashmir issued orders for a large-scale administrative reshuffle of 58 JKAS (Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service) officers. The move, implemented with immediate effect, covers a wide range of departments including Estates, Social Welfare, ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services), Forest, Ecology & Environment, Science & Technology, Skill Development, Medical Supplies and others. Key postings include: Rajinder Singh Tara…
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Trio Driving Jammu & Kashmir’s Rise in the Ranji Trophy: Ajay Sharma, Shubham Khajuria & Abid Mushtaq
A New Era for J&K Cricket By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 Once regarded as perennial under-dogs in India’s domestic first-class circuit, the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team is quietly stirring up attention in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season. After years of struggle, the team has started to beat traditional powerhouses – such as in recent wins over Rajasthan, Delhi and Hyderabad – signalling that something has changed. At the heart of this turnaround are three key figures: Ajay Sharma, head coach — former India cricketer now channeling his…
Read MoreSplit Verdict in J&K Bypolls: PDP Revives in Kashmir as BJP Dominates Jammu
J&K Bypoll Results Deliver Split Verdict as PDP Wins Budgam and BJP Secures Nagrota By: Javid Amin | 14 November 2025 The by-elections in Jammu & Kashmir on Sunday produced a split verdict, with the PDP winning the Budgam seat in central Kashmir and the BJP retaining Nagrota in the Jammu region. The contrasting outcomes highlight the continued political divergence between the Kashmir Valley and the Jammu region. PDP’s Aga Muntazir Wins Budgam, Defeats NC in a Close Contest In Budgam, PDP candidate Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi emerged victorious with…
Read MoreJ&K Police Move Interpol for Red Corner Notice Against Kashmir Doctor | Delhi Blast Probe Expands Globally
J&K Police Seek Interpol Red Corner Notice Against Kashmir Doctor Javid Amin | Srinagar | November 13, 2025 In a significant turning point in the Red Fort blast investigation, the Jammu & Kashmir Police have formally approached Interpol to issue a Red Corner Notice (RCN) against Dr. Muzaffar, a Qazigund-based doctor accused of being a key operative in a rising “white-collar terror module.” He is believed to have fled India months before the Delhi blast and is now suspected to be hiding in Afghanistan. The move marks one of the…
Read MoreAt Minus 2.1°C, Srinagar Records Coldest Night of the Season — Valley Shivers as Frost Tightens Its Grip
Srinagar Records Coldest Night of the Season at −2.1°C | Cold Wave Grips Kashmir | Weather Forecast till Nov 17 By: Javid Amin | 12 November 2025 Srinagar Freezes at Minus 2.1°C — Season’s Coldest So Far The winter chill has set in early this year, as Srinagar shivered at −2.1°C, marking its coldest night of the season. The mercury slipped below the freezing point across most parts of the Valley, coating rooftops and fields with a white frost by dawn. The Meteorological Department (MeT) confirmed that temperatures are expected…
Read MoreNagrota Records 75.08% Voter Turnout, Budgam 50.02% in Peaceful Bypolls Across J&K
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…
Read MoreCrackdown on US-Based Kashmiri Separatist Ghulam Nabi Fai’s Network: J&K Police Tighten Noose on Overseas Terror Links
J&K Police Crack Down on US-Based Kashmiri Separatist Ghulam Nabi Fai’s Alleged Network By: Javid Amin | 10 November 2025 Budgam police launch coordinated raids against individuals linked to US-based lobbyist Ghulam Nabi Fai, signaling a tougher stance on overseas-backed separatist funding. In a significant development, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a widespread crackdown on the alleged separatist network of US-based lobbyist Ghulam Nabi Fai, known for his long-standing ties with Pakistan-backed causes. The operation, carried out by the Budgam Police, forms part of a broader strategy to…
Read More2.23 Lakh Voters to Decide Fate of 27 Candidates in Nagrota and Budgam Bypolls | Key Contestants, Stakes & Analysis
2.23 Lakh Voters to Decide Fate of 27 Candidates in Nagrota and Budgam Bypolls By: Javid Amin | 10 November 2025As Jammu & Kashmir heads into a politically charged bypoll day, over 2.23 lakh voters across the Nagrota (Jammu region) and Budgam (Kashmir region) constituencies are set to decide the fate of 27 candidates contesting in what many see as a mini-referendum on regional party strength post the 2024 Assembly elections. The bypolls, being held today under tight security arrangements, are significant not just for filling vacant seats but also…
Read MoreWhite-Collar Terror: 4 Doctors Arrested in 4 Days as Explosives, Rifles Unearthed Near Delhi
4 Doctors Arrested in J&K Terror Case | 350 kg Explosives & AK-47 Seized from Kashmiri Doctor’s Faridabad Home By: Javid Amin | 10 November 2025 A new and chilling dimension of terror has emerged in India — one that wears a white coat instead of camouflage, and hides radical intent beneath respectability. In an unprecedented revelation, four doctors have been arrested in just four days, their interrogation leading to one of the biggest explosives seizures outside Jammu and Kashmir: 350 kilograms of suspected ammonium nitrate and RDX, along with…
Read MoreJammu & Kashmir’s Political Crossfire: Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti, Sunil Sharma, and Aga Ruhullah Redefine Kashmir’s Power Battle
Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing a fierce four-way political clash involving Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti, Sunil Sharma, and Aga Ruhullah, each representing distinct ideological and strategic positions. By: Javid Amin | 09 November 2025 The Four Forces Shaping Kashmir’s New Political Chessboard As Jammu & Kashmir inches toward its most consequential elections since the abrogation of Article 370, the region finds itself at the crossroads of legacy, reform, ideology, and accountability.In this complex political theatre, four distinct voices dominate the stage — Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti, Sunil Sharma, and Aga…
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