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‘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.…

Liquor Ban Debate in Kashmir: Altaf Bukhari Invokes Cultural and Religious Values Amid Policy Push

April 3, 2026 Editor

Liquor Ban Debate in Kashmir Rekindled: Culture, Faith, and Policy at Crossroads By: Javid Amin | 02 April 2026 A fresh political debate has taken shape in Srinagar after Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari called for a blanket ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir, drawing comparisons with Gujarat—India’s longest-standing prohibition state. His remarks, delivered on April 2, 2026, have reignited a long-standing and sensitive conversation—one that sits at the intersection of law, culture, religion, economy, and identity. Political Statement: A Call for Clarity and Consistency Speaking to reporters, Bukhari questioned…

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…

Kashmir Flood Risk Alert: 5 Glacial Lakes Marked ‘Very High Risk’ | Climate Warning J&K

April 2, 2026 Editor

Flood Threat Looms in Kashmir: High-Risk Glacial Lakes Raise Alarm Across Fragile Himalayas By: Javid Amin | 01 April 2026 A Silent Threat Rising in the Himalayas A growing environmental concern is casting a shadow over the Kashmir Valley as scientific studies flag five glacial lakes in the Kashmir Himalayas as “very high risk” for potential outburst floods. The findings have triggered alarm among policymakers, environmental experts, and local communities, highlighting the urgent need for monitoring and disaster preparedness. Former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has publicly acknowledged…

Kashmir in Cold Grip: Zojila, Razdan Pass Shut as Snowfall and Rain Disrupt Life Across Valley

March 31, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Weather Update March 31, 2026 | Zojila & Razdan Pass Closed, Rain Lashes Srinagar By: Javid Amin | 31 March 2026 Winter Tightens Its Grip on Kashmir Amid Spring Transition Just as Kashmir was stepping into spring, a sudden surge of intense cold conditions has gripped the region, driven by fresh snowfall in the higher reaches and relentless rainfall across the plains. The dramatic shift has not only brought temperatures down sharply but also disrupted key transport routes, affecting connectivity and daily life. From the snowbound heights of Zojila…

Nitish Kumar Resigns After Rajya Sabha Win: Who Will Be Bihar’s Next Chief Minister?

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 Editor

Nitish Kumar Exits Bihar Politics: End of a 20-Year Era Sparks High-Stakes CM Race By: Javid Amin | 30 March 2026 A Political Era Closes in Bihar In a development that marks a watershed moment in Indian state politics, Nitish Kumar has formally resigned as a member of the Bihar Legislative Council after being elected to the Rajya Sabha on March 16, 2026. While constitutionally mandated, this move carries far greater political weight. It effectively ends Nitish Kumar’s nearly two-decade-long tenure as Chief Minister of Bihar—an era defined by governance…

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…