Fuel Price Hike Hits J&K: Petrol at ₹100.94, Diesel at ₹87.20

Fuel Price Hike Hits J&K: Petrol at ₹100.94, Diesel at ₹87.20

Fuel Price Shock: J&K Consumers Feel the Sting of New Tax Rates Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – Residents of Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a sharp increase in fuel prices following the implementation of revised tax rates on petroleum products. Effective April 1, petrol prices have risen by ₹1.24 per litre, while diesel has seen a steeper hike of ₹2.17 per litre, bringing the retail prices to ₹100.94 for petrol and ₹87.20 for diesel across the Union Territory. Revised Tax Framework The price hike stems from a notification issued…

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Whistleblower Silenced: SP Wahid’s Removal Sparks Outrage Over Corruption and Power Nexus in J&K

Whistleblower Silenced: SP Wahid's Removal Sparks Outrage Over Corruption and Power Nexus in J&K

The Removal of SP Wahid from ACB: A Litmus Test for Justice and Accountability in J&K By: Javid Amin The recent removal of SP Abdul Wahid from the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Jammu and Kashmir has ignited a storm of controversy, casting doubt on the government’s commitment to transparency, justice, and accountability. This decision, which follows Wahid’s bold revelations about alleged malpractices by senior officials in the Srinagar Smart City project, has been interpreted by many as a punitive measure against whistleblowers who dare to challenge entrenched corruption. Former Jammu…

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