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Sunil Sharma Accuses National Conference of Using Delhi Statehood Protest to Mask Governance Failures; BJP Announces Counter-Protests

July 19, 2026 Editor

Sunil Sharma Calls NC’s Delhi Statehood Protest a ‘Diversion’; BJP Plans Counter-Protests Across Jammu & Kashmir By: News Desk | 18 July 2026 Leader of Opposition Says NC Should Focus on Unemployment, Corruption and Public Services Instead of ‘Political Theatre’ The political battle over Jammu and Kashmir’s demand for restoration of statehood has intensified, with Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma accusing the ruling National Conference (NC) of using its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to divert public attention from what he described as the government’s failures on…

Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Alleges BJP Is Using ‘Money Power’ to Topple NC Government in J&K Amid Escalating Political Row

July 15, 2026 Editor

Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Accuses BJP of Using ‘Money Power’ to Topple NC Government, Calls It an Attack on Democratic Mandate By: Javid Amin | 14 July 2026 National Conference MP Backs Omar Abdullah’s Allegations as Political Confrontation Between NC and BJP Deepens The political confrontation between the National Conference (NC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) intensified on July 13, 2026, after National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi accused the BJP of attempting to destabilize the elected government in Jammu and Kashmir through alleged horse-trading. Ruhullah alleged that efforts were…

Ilthija Mufti Placed Under House Arrest Ahead of July 13 Martyrs’ Day, Raises Questions Over ‘Normalcy’ in Kashmir

July 12, 2026 Editor

PDP Leader Says Restrictions on Political Activity Contradict Official Claims of Peace and Democratic Normalcy By: News Desk 12 July 2026 Political tensions have resurfaced in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of July 13 Martyrs’ Day, with People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Ilthija Mufti alleging that she was placed under house arrest in Srinagar as security measures were intensified before the annual commemoration. Ilthija Mufti, daughter of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, criticized the move, arguing that restrictions on mainstream political leaders during a day of historical significance…

Omar Abdullah Alleges ₹20–30 Crore Offer to Poach NC MLA: J&K Politics Heats Up Amid Defection Claims

July 12, 2026 Editor

J&K Chief Minister Says ‘Money Power’ Is Being Used to Destabilize the National Conference By: Javid Amin | 11 July 2026 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has levelled serious allegations of political horse-trading, claiming that attempts are being made to split the ruling National Conference (NC) by offering enormous sums of money to its legislators. According to Omar Abdullah, one of the National Conference MLAs was allegedly offered between ₹20 crore and ₹30 crore to switch political allegiance. The Chief Minister did not publicly identify the legislator or…

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Opposes Book Bans, Says Democracy Thrives on Debate, Not Censorship

July 8, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Criticizes Book Bans, Says Democracy Cannot Flourish Where Ideas Are Suppressed By: News Desk | 07 July 2026 Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has spoken out against restrictions on books and ideas, arguing that censorship is inconsistent with democratic principles and that healthy societies advance through open debate rather than the suppression of intellectual thought. His remarks come amid continuing discussions in Jammu and Kashmir over restrictions on certain books and educational material, a subject that has generated differing views among political leaders, educators and civil…

Omar Abdullah Backs India–Pakistan Dialogue as BJP Reiterates ‘No Talks Until Terror Ends’: Kashmir’s Political Divide Deepens

July 4, 2026 Editor

Omar Abdullah Backs India–Pakistan Dialogue as BJP Stands Firm on Terror; Kashmir’s Political Debate Intensifies By: News Desk | 03 July 2026 The debate over whether India should reopen dialogue with Pakistan has once again become a major political issue, with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah openly supporting renewed engagement while the BJP has reiterated that no meaningful talks are possible unless Pakistan first ends cross-border terrorism. The discussion has gained momentum after a joint appeal signed by 117 eminent citizens from India and Pakistan urged Prime Minister…

Tanvir Sadiq Targets BJP and PDP Over ‘Dirty Politics’, Says NC Alone Is Fighting for Jammu & Kashmir’s Statehood

June 14, 2026 Editor

Tanvir Sadiq Targets BJP and PDP Over ‘Dirty Politics’, Says NC Alone Is Fighting for Jammu & Kashmir’s Future By: Javid Amin | 13 June 2026 NC Intensifies Political Offensive as Statehood Debate Returns to Centre Stage The political temperature in Jammu & Kashmir has once again risen after National Conference (NC) leader Tanvir Sadiq launched a sharp attack on both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing them of indulging in what he termed “dirty politics” at the expense of the people of the…

“We Won’t Invite Anyone”: Farooq Abdullah Turns NC’s Delhi Statehood Protest Into a Test of Public Mood

June 12, 2026 Editor

Farooq Abdullah Says NC Won’t Invite Anyone to Join Delhi Statehood Protest By: Javid Amin | 11 June 2026 NC Chief Says Participation Must Be Voluntary as Party Prepares High-Stakes Delhi Demonstration on Jammu & Kashmir Statehood A Remark That Reveals More Than It Appears National Conference president Dr. Farooq Abdullah has made an unusual political declaration ahead of the party’s proposed statehood protest in New Delhi. “I will not invite anyone.” At first glance, the statement appears simple. But politically, it carries deeper significance. As the National Conference prepares…

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik Vs Administration: Political Tour Row Opens New Front in J&K’s Governance Battle

June 8, 2026 Editor

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik’s Political Tour Row Sparks Fresh Clash With J&K Administration By: Javid Amin | 07 June 2026 Doda MLA Accuses Police of Blocking Public Outreach as Administration Draws Line Between Political Activity and Official Permission From Jail Release to Fresh Confrontation Barely weeks after walking out of jail following the quashing of his detention under the Public Safety Act (PSA), AAP leader and Doda MLA Mehraj Malik has once again found himself at the centre of a political controversy. This time, the dispute revolves around his proposed…

“Time Has Come to Remind Delhi of Its Promise”: Tanvir Sadiq Signals New Phase in NC’s Statehood Campaign

June 6, 2026 Editor

Tanvir Sadiq Says Time Has Come to Remind Delhi of Its Statehood Promise By: Javid Amin | 05 May 2026 As Omar, Farooq and Tanvir Speak in Unison, National Conference Sharpens Pressure for Statehood Restoration NC’s Message Is Becoming More Direct The National Conference’s political messaging on statehood restoration appears to be entering a more assertive phase. After weeks of discussions surrounding governance reviews, cabinet expansion, opposition criticism and internal party dynamics, senior National Conference leader Tanvir Sadiq has delivered what may be the clearest indication yet of the party’s…