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Cow Vigilante Assault: SIT Formed; Ramban Protests Shut Highway, Victim Missing After Stream Escape

April 14, 2026 Editor

Cow Vigilantism in India: The Ramban Case That Sparked Outrage and Questions By: Javid Amin | 13 April 2026 The alleged assault and disappearance of a man in Jammu & Kashmir’s Ramban district has once again brought India’s long-running issue of cow vigilantism into sharp focus. What began as a local incident has now escalated into a major law-and-order and human rights concern, raising urgent questions about accountability, minority safety, and the rule of law. What Happened in Ramban? A Timeline of Events The incident unfolded in the Magarkote area…

Kashmir Water Crisis 2026: 23% Water Bodies Lost, 315 Lakes Vanished Since 1967

April 7, 2026 Editor

Kashmir’s Vanishing Waters: Inside the Silent Crisis of Disappearing Lakes, Wetlands & Water Bodies in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 06 April 2026 A Paradise Slowly Losing Its Lifeline For centuries, Jammu & Kashmir has been celebrated as a land of shimmering lakes, flowing streams, and fertile valleys. The region’s identity—its culture, economy, and ecology—has always been deeply intertwined with water. From the iconic Dal Lake to the vast expanse of Wular Lake, these water bodies are not just scenic attractions but lifelines sustaining millions. However, recent findings…

KPDCL Power Shutdown April 2026 in Srinagar, Budgam, Gulmarg: Full Schedule, Areas Affected & Advisory

April 7, 2026 Editor

KPDCL Power Shutdown Schedule April 2026: What Residents, Tourists & Businesses Must Know Across Srinagar, Gulmarg, Budgam & Ganderbal By: Javid Amin | 06 April 2026 Kashmir Braces for Scheduled Power Shutdowns: A Necessary Disruption or Growing Concern? In April 2026, the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited announced a series of planned power shutdowns across key districts of Kashmir Valley, including Srinagar, Budgam, Gulmarg, Tangmarg, and Ganderbal. While authorities describe these outages as routine maintenance aimed at strengthening infrastructure, the announcement has sparked concern among residents, tourism stakeholders, and small…

‘Sold J&K’s Power Twice Over’: Iltija Mufti’s NHPC Charge Reignites Energy Sovereignty Debate

April 3, 2026 Editor

Iltija Mufti Accuses NC of Selling J&K’s Power to NHPC: Energy Sovereignty Row Explained By: Javid Amin | 03 April 2026 Power, Politics, and Perception in Kashmir A fresh political storm has erupted in Jammu & Kashmir after Iltija Mufti accused the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) of having “sold J&K’s power twice over.” Her allegation targets successive NC-led governments under Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, claiming they transferred key hydroelectric assets to the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) at “throwaway prices.” At the heart of the controversy lies…

FFRC Vs Private Schools Kashmir: Fee Regulation, Violations, and Parents’ Struggle Explained

April 3, 2026 Editor

FFRC vs Private Schools in Kashmir: Who Really Controls Education? By: Javid Amin | 02 April 2026 A Ground-Level Editorial on Regulation, Resistance, and the Reality Parents Face Regulation Exists—Control Is Contested The recent crackdown by the Fee Fixation and Regulation Committee (FFRC), issuing notices to over 660 private schools and freezing fee hikes till March 2026, marks one of the most assertive interventions in Kashmir’s education sector in recent years. But beneath the surface lies a more complex truth: Regulation exists on paper—but control over education remains deeply contested.…

Illegal Constructions in Kashmir Tourist Zones: Over 200 Structures Flagged in Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg

April 2, 2026 Editor

A Paradise Under Pressure By: Javid Amin | 01 April 2026 Kashmir’s postcard-perfect landscapes—lush meadows, snow-clad peaks, and pristine rivers—have long defined its global identity. But beneath this beauty, a quiet crisis is unfolding. Recent official data and ground-level assessments reveal that over 200 illegal constructions have been flagged across key tourist destinations in Jammu & Kashmir. From hotels to guesthouses and unauthorized huts, these structures are rapidly altering the fragile ecological balance of the Valley. This is not just an urban planning issue—it is a high-stakes conflict between economic…

Mehbooba Mufti’s Iran Remarks Trigger Political Storm in Kashmir as West Asia Conflict Intensifies

March 30, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti’s Iran Remarks Spark Political Storm in Kashmir Amid West Asia War By: Javid Amin | 30 March 2026 Mehbooba Mufti’s Iran Remarks Trigger Political Storm in Kashmir as West Asia Conflict Intensifies A Statement That Echoed Beyond Borders In a politically sensitive moment, Mehbooba Mufti has ignited a fresh controversy with her remarks on the ongoing West Asia conflict. Speaking in Srinagar on March 30, 2026, the former Chief Minister said she is “praying for Iran to emerge victorious and for the war to end,” placing herself at…

J&K Assembly Chaos Over Iran Crisis: NC vs BJP Clash Disrupts Budget Session

March 27, 2026 Editor

Ruckus in J&K Assembly: Global Geopolitics Spill Into Local Politics as Pro-Iran Slogans Trigger Chaos By: Javid Amin | 27 March 2026 When Global Tensions Ignite Local Assemblies On March 27, 2026, the usually procedural environment of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly transformed into a charged political battlefield. What began as a routine continuation of the budget session quickly spiraled into chaos when members of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) raised pro-Iran slogans, condemning the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. The reaction was swift…

‘No Shortage of Fuel, Don’t Fall for Rumours’: CM Omar Abdullah Urges Calm in J&K

March 27, 2026 Editor

No Fuel Shortage in Kashmir: Omar Abdullah Urges Calm Amid Panic Buying Rumours By: Javid Amin | 26 March 2026 A Timely Intervention to Prevent Panic in Kashmir In a swift move to counter growing anxiety among residents, Omar Abdullah has reassured the public that there is no shortage of fuel across Jammu & Kashmir, urging people not to fall prey to rumours circulating on social media. The statement comes after scenes of panic buying were reported in Srinagar and several other districts, where long queues formed outside petrol pumps…

Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz Seek Relief for Asiya Andrabi: Humanitarian Appeal Triggers National Debate

March 26, 2026 Editor

Asiya Andrabi Sentence Row: Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz Seek Relief, Debate Intensifies By: Javid Amin | 26 March 2026 Kashmir’s Political Crossroads: Compassion vs Security In a development that has reignited debate across political and security circles, Mehbooba Mufti and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq have publicly urged the Indian government to reconsider the life sentence awarded to separatist leader Asiya Andrabi. Their appeal—framed on humanitarian grounds—comes shortly after Andrabi was sentenced to life imprisonment by a special court under stringent anti-terror laws. While the request emphasizes compassion, it has simultaneously triggered sharp…