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Kashmir Heatwave: Srinagar Records Scorching 31.7°C, 7.6 Degrees Above Normal

May 10, 2026 Editor

Srinagar Heatwave: Kashmir Records 31.7°C, Temperature 7.6°C Above Normal By: Javid Amin | 09 May 2026 Srinagar Sizzles at 31.7°C as Kashmir Faces Unusual Heatwave The Kashmir Valley, traditionally known for its cool summers and mild climate, is witnessing an alarming rise in temperatures this May. Srinagar recorded a scorching 31.7°C — a massive 7.6 degrees above the seasonal average — marking one of the hottest days of the season so far. The sudden spike has left residents exhausted under blazing afternoon heat, while experts warn that Kashmir’s increasingly erratic…

Ruhullah Warns of Ideological Drift in National Conference, Calls for Return to Core Kashmiri Values

May 10, 2026 Editor

Ruhullah Flags Ideological Drift in NC: Calls for Return to Core Values By: Javid Amin | 09 May 2026 Senior National Conference leader Agha Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has triggered fresh political debate in Jammu and Kashmir after issuing a pointed warning about what he described as an “ideological drift” within the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference. In remarks that have resonated strongly within political circles and among sections of the Valley’s youth, Ruhullah cautioned that the party risks losing its historical identity if it moves too far away from its…

Sakina Itoo Questions Bulldozer Policy in J&K: ‘Counseling, Not Demolitions, Can Fight Drug Crisis’

May 9, 2026 Editor

‘Bulldozers Won’t Cure Addiction’: Sakina Itoo Challenges J&K’s Demolition Policy By: Javid Amin | 08 May 2026 A sharp debate is emerging in Jammu and Kashmir over the government’s controversial demolition drives targeting properties linked to alleged drug peddlers. Senior leader Sakina Itoo has openly criticized the policy, arguing that bulldozing family homes is “wrong and counterproductive” and warning that such actions punish entire households rather than addressing the root causes of addiction and drug trafficking. Her remarks have added momentum to a growing conversation in Kashmir about whether the…

‘I Want to Burst Like a Cloudburst’: Omar Abdullah Signals Major Political Message After Eid

May 7, 2026 Editor

Omar Abdullah Hints at ‘Cloudburst’ Political Message After Eid, Focus on Youth & Self-Reliant J&K By: Javid Amin | 06 May 2026 Omar Abdullah has hinted at a major political and developmental announcement after Eid, setting off speculation across Jammu and Kashmir about the National Conference’s next political move in the post-Revocation of Article 370 era. Speaking at a function in Tangmarg on May 6, 2026, Omar Abdullah deliberately avoided making overt political remarks in what he described as an academic setting. Yet his carefully chosen words immediately drew attention.…

Mughal Road Tragedy: 2 Dead, 2 Missing as Vehicle Plunges into Gorge — Rising Accident Trend Alarms Kashmir (2026 Report)

May 6, 2026 Editor

Mughal Road Tragedy: 2 Dead, 2 Missing as Car Plunges into Gorge By: Javid Amin | 06 May 2026 A Deadly Evening on a Treacherous Route A tragic road accident on the historic Mughal Road has once again exposed the fragile safety conditions of one of Kashmir’s most critical yet dangerous routes. Late Tuesday evening, a vehicle traveling along the mountainous stretch between Poonch and Shopian skidded off the road and plunged into a deep gorge, resulting in two confirmed fatalities while two others remain missing. Incident Details: What Happened?…

Mamata Banerjee Refuses to Resign After Defeat What Constitution Says on CM’s Powers

May 5, 2026 Editor

Mamata Banerjee Refuses to Resign After Defeat | What Constitution Says on CM’s Powers By: Javid Amin | 05 May 2026 In the aftermath of a sweeping electoral defeat, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly refused to resign, even as her party — the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) — falls far short of a majority in the Assembly. With the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reportedly securing a commanding two-thirds majority, the constitutional path forward is clearer than the political messaging suggests. Mamata’s Stand: “No Question of Resigning”…

Suvendu Adhikari Defeats Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur | BJP Ends TMC Rule in Bengal 2026

May 5, 2026May 5, 2026 Editor

Bhabanipur Shocker: Suvendu Adhikari Defeats Mamata Banerjee as BJP Scripts Historic Bengal Takeover By: Javid Amin | 04 May 2026 In a stunning political upset that could redefine India’s electoral landscape, Suvendu Adhikari has defeated West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur — her political stronghold for over a decade. What began as a high-stakes contest quickly turned into a symbolic collapse of dominance, as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) surged across the state, securing a decisive two-thirds majority and ending the 15-year rule of the All India Trinamool…

Parents Made Liable in Kashmir Schools: Controversial Consent Forms Spark Outrage Over Student Safety

May 5, 2026 Editor

Parents Made Liable: Kashmir Schools’ Consent Forms Trigger Safety and Accountability Debate By: Javid Amin | 04 May 2026 A fresh controversy is brewing across Kashmir’s education sector, where private schools are facing sharp criticism for introducing consent forms that appear to transfer responsibility for student safety onto parents. Already grappling with rising educational expenses and shifting institutional policies, families now find themselves confronted with what many describe as an “unfair and coercive clause.” At the heart of the issue lies a single line that has triggered widespread concern:“We would…

Jammu & Kashmir to Witness Unusually Cool, Rainy May 2026: IMD Forecast Signals Shift in Seasonal Pattern

May 4, 2026 Editor

Jammu & Kashmir Weather Update: IMD Predicts Cooler, Rain-Heavy May 2026 with Unusual Climate Shift By: Javid Amin | 03 May 2026 In a notable shift from the region’s typical early summer weather, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast above-normal rainfall and below-normal temperatures across Jammu & Kashmir throughout May 2026. Instead of the usual transition into warmer and drier conditions, the Union Territory is expected to experience prolonged spring-like weather, driven by a series of active western disturbances. This evolving weather pattern is not just a short-term anomaly—it…

Doda Assembly Ban After Mehraj Malik Rally: Security Measure or Clampdown on Dissent?

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 Editor

Doda Assembly Ban After Mehraj Malik Rally: Security Measure or Clampdown on Dissent? By: Javid Amin | 03 May 2026 Doda Under Restrictions: A New Flashpoint in Jammu & Kashmir’s Political Landscape In a significant administrative move, authorities in Doda have imposed a two-month ban on unauthorised public gatherings under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The order, issued on May 3, 2026, comes immediately after the release and public rally of Mehraj Malik—a timing that has intensified debate across political and civil society circles in Jammu…