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J&K High Court Calls Backdoor Appointments a “Fraud on the Constitution”, Rejects Regularisation Plea of University Engineers

May 24, 2026 Editor

J&K High Court Slams Backdoor Appointments, Calls Them a ‘Fraud on the Constitution’ By: Javid Amin | 23 May 2026 ‘Public Jobs Cannot Be Distributed Through the Back Door’: J&K High Court Delivers Strong Message on Recruitment In a significant judgment with far-reaching implications for public employment in Jammu and Kashmir, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has strongly condemned appointments made without proper advertisements, competitive examinations, or transparent selection procedures, describing such practices as a “fraud on the Constitution.” The ruling reinforces a fundamental principle of public…

Sidhra Demolition Row Deepens: Nomadic Communities Allege ‘Atrocities’ as J&K Forest Minister Boycotts Own Department Event

May 24, 2026 Editor

Sidhra Demolition Row Escalates as Nomadic Communities Allege ‘Atrocities’, J&K Minister Boycotts Event By: Javid Amin | 23 May 2026 Gujjar and Bakarwal Families Accuse Authorities of Targeting Settlements; Minister’s Protest Signals Growing Rift Within Government The political and humanitarian fallout from the controversial Sidhra demolition drive in Jammu & Kashmir has intensified after members of nomadic communities filed formal complaints alleging “atrocities” by authorities, while the Union Territory’s Forest Minister staged a dramatic boycott of his own department’s event in apparent protest against the handling of the demolitions. The…

Eight Soldiers Injured in Kishtwar Encounter as Security Forces Intensify Operation

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 Editor

Eight Soldiers Injured in Encounter With Militants in J&K’s Kishtwar By: Javid Amin | 18 January 2026 Drones, sniffer dogs deployed as security forces intensify anti-terror operation in Chenab Valley At least eight soldiers were injured in an ongoing encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Friday, as security forces launched a major counter-terror operation in the forested terrain of the Chenab Valley region, officials said. The encounter broke out during a cordon and search operation (CASO) after security forces received specific intelligence inputs about the presence…

Festive Tourism Surge Kicks Off 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir as Srinagar, Gulmarg and Vaishno Devi See Record Footfall

January 7, 2026 Editor

Festive Tourism Surge Kicks Off 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 06 January 2026 Jammu & Kashmir has entered 2026 on a high note, with a remarkable surge in festive tourism across the Valley and Jammu region, signalling a strong revival of the tourism-driven economy. From snow-laden Gulmarg and Sonamarg to the bustling streets of Srinagar’s Lal Chowk, and from Dal Lake shikara rides to the icy pilgrimage routes of Vaishno Devi, the New Year celebrations brought unprecedented footfall and energy to the region. Crowded Destinations, Festive…

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Removes Hurriyat Chairman Title from X Bio After Pressure from Authorities

December 27, 2025 Editor

Mirwaiz Removes ‘Hurriyat Chairman’ Title from X Bio After Authorities’ Pressure: A Symbol of Fading Separatist Space in Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 26 December 2025 A Small Digital Edit with Deep Political Meaning In Kashmir’s complex political landscape, even a single line in a social-media bio can carry the weight of history, identity, and unresolved conflict. This week, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq—one of the Valley’s most influential religious figures and long-standing separatist leader—removed the title “Chairman All Parties Hurriyat Conference” from his X (formerly Twitter) profile. The change came, he…

Jammu & Kashmir’s 7,768 MW Hydropower Surge: 15 Projects Under Way to Transform the UT into an Energy Hub

November 6, 2025 Editor

Jammu & Kashmir is executing 15 major hydropower projects totaling 7,768 MW, aiming to transform the region into a power-surplus hub. By: Javid Amin | 05 November 2025 The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) is on the cusp of a major energy transformation. With an estimated hydropower potential of around 18,000 MW, the region has so far harnessed only approximately 3,540 MW. But now, 15 major hydropower projects aggregating 7,768 MW are at various stages of execution — a move that signals a bold step toward making J&K…

Congress Withdraws from Rajya Sabha Race in J&K After ‘Safe Seat’ Denied, Alliance Strains Surface

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025 Editor

INDIA Bloc Tensions Deepen as NC, Congress Clash Over Seat-Sharing By: Javid Amin | 12 October 2025 The fragile unity of the Indian National Congress and Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC) within the INDIA alliance suffered a fresh setback as the Congress on Saturday announced it would withdraw from the Rajya Sabha race in Jammu and Kashmir, after failing to secure what it described as a “safe seat.” JKPCC chief Tariq Hamid Karra confirmed the decision following an internal core committee meeting. “Seat four is not safe. It was…

National Conference Announces Rajya Sabha Candidates: Ramzan, Kichloo & Oberoi to Represent J&K in Upper House

October 11, 2025 Editor

NC Finalizes Rajya Sabha Picks Amid Political Crossroads By: Javid Amin | 10 October 2025 After weeks of intense deliberation and speculation, the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) has formally announced its three candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections scheduled for October 24, 2025.The nominees — Choudhary Muhammad Ramzan, Sajad Ahmad Kichloo, and Shammi Oberoi — represent a blend of political experience, regional representation, and party loyalty. The announcement was made by NC General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar during a press briefing at the party’s headquarters in Srinagar.…

Kishtwar Cloudburst 2025: 60 Dead, 69 Missing, and the Himalayan Wake-Up Call

August 16, 2025 Editor

Kishtwar Cloudburst 2025: 60 Dead, 69 Missing, Machail Mata Yatra Suspended After Flash Floods By: Javid Amin | 16 Aug 2025 The August 14, 2025, Kishtwar cloudburst will be remembered as one of the darkest days in the recent history of Jammu and Kashmir. A sudden, violent downpour struck Chosoti village along the sacred Machail Mata Yatra route, unleashing a torrent of flash floods, boulders, and mudslides that buried everything in its path. By the time the skies cleared and rescue teams began clawing through the debris, the grim tally…

Scorching Jammu Heatwave: Samba Hits 43.9°C, Srinagar Swelters at 31.9°C

June 9, 2025 Editor

Scorching Heatwave Grips Jammu Region – Samba Hits 43.9°C, Srinagar Swelters at 31.9°C Srinagar 09 June 2025: The Jammu region is currently enduring an extreme heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 40°C for the third consecutive day. The most severe temperatures were recorded in Samba, which registered a scorching 43.9°C — making it the hottest spot in the entire region. Close behind, Jammu city sweltered at 42.7°C, placing immense pressure on infrastructure, health systems, and daily life. Unusual Heat Across Jammu & Kashmir While Jammu division is typically warmer, the sheer…