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Ladakh Turmoil Sparks Alarm in Kashmir: Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti Warn of Crisis

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Ladakh Turmoil Sparks Alarm in Kashmir: Omar Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti Warn of Crisis

Ladakh Violence Sparks Alarm in Kashmir, Omar Abdullah & Mehbooba Warn of Crisis By: Javid Amin | 25 September 2025 Flashpoint in Leh Ladakh, long known for its relative calm, is now witnessing one of its most violent protests in recent memory. Demonstrators demanding statehood and constitutional safeguards clashed with security forces in Leh, setting police vehicles and a BJP office ablaze. Casualties: Four people killed. Injuries: At least 59, including 40 police personnel. Shift in Mood: A movement once marked by peaceful marches has escalated into fiery street battles.…

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Ladakh Protests Turn Deadly: Centre Blames Politics, Locals Demand Statehood & Sixth Schedule

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Ladakh Protests Turn Deadly: Centre Blames Politics, Locals Demand Statehood & Sixth Schedule

Ladakh Protests Turn Deadly: Centre Calls Violence Politically Motivated, Locals Demand Statehood By: Javid Amin | 25 September 2025 A Himalayan Flashpoint On the crisp autumn morning of September 24, 2025, thousands of men, women, and youth converged in Leh’s Polo Ground. Wrapped in woolen shawls and waving placards painted with the words “Statehood Now” and “Sixth Schedule Is Our Right”, the protesters chanted slogans that echoed across the cold desert town. By afternoon, what began as a peaceful demonstration under the banner of the Ladakh Apex Body (LAB) spiraled…

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‘No BJP, No Statehood?’ Omar Abdullah Fires Fresh Salvo at Centre

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'No BJP, No Statehood?' Omar Abdullah Fires Fresh Salvo at Centre

Leh Violence an Eye-Opener on J&K’s Statehood Anguish, Says CM Omar By: Javid Amin | 25 September 2025 Omar Abdullah’s Explosive Claim Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ignited a fresh political storm in Jammu & Kashmir by linking the delay in restoring statehood directly to the BJP’s failure to secure power in the region. “As people didn’t form a BJP government, J&K hasn’t got statehood. That’s the reality,” Omar said during a press briefing in Srinagar. His remarks come against the backdrop of the deadly Leh protests, where demands for…

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Modernisation Vs Mountains: Fragile Highways and Broken Promises in Kashmir

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Modernisation vs Mountains: Fragile Highways and Broken Promises in Kashmir

In Kashmir’s hinterlands, promises of connectivity lie buried under landslides and bureaucratic neglect. What began as a lifeline now ends in mud, rubble, and unanswered questions. By: Javid Amin | 23 September 2025 A Lifeline Turned Liability In Kashmir, every road is more than just asphalt. It is a lifeline. The 270-km Srinagar–Jammu National Highway (NH-44), once hailed as an engineering marvel linking the Valley with the rest of India, today stands as a cautionary tale of modernisation without foresight. What was once a nine-hour journey has turned into a…

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J&K Facing Dual Governance Challenge: Deputy CM Flags Administrative Gridlock

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J&K Facing Dual Governance Challenge: Deputy CM Flags Administrative Gridlock

J&K Facing Dual Governance Challenge – Deputy CM Warns of Administrative Gridlock By: Javid Amin | 23 September 2025 Jammu & Kashmir, often described as the “crown of India,” is once again at the crossroads of governance and democracy. The region’s Deputy Chief Minister (Dy CM) has candidly acknowledged that Jammu & Kashmir is facing a “dual governance challenge”—a phrase that has set off heated debate among political analysts, opposition parties, and ordinary citizens. At the heart of this challenge lies a clash between bureaucratic authority and elected representatives. On…

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Gulmarg Fashion Show Sparks Outrage During Ramadan; Designers Issue Apology

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Gulmarg Fashion Show Sparks Outrage During Ramadan; Designers Issue Apology

Gulmarg Fashion Show Sparks Outrage Amid Ramadan; Designers Issue Apology Srinagar, March 10, 2025 – A fashion show held in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, has ignited a storm of controversy, drawing sharp criticism from religious leaders, political figures, and civil society. The event, organized by designer duo Shivan & Narresh to mark the 15th anniversary of their label, featured models showcasing skiwear on snow-covered ramps. However, its timing during the holy month of Ramadan and the nature of the attire have been widely condemned as a “cultural invasion” and an…

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Political, Religious Leaders Unite to Condemn Gulmarg Fashion Show in Ramadan

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Political, Religious Leaders Unite to Condemn Gulmarg Fashion Show in Ramadan

Gulmarg Fashion Show Sparks Outrage During Ramadan; Leaders Demand Accountability Srinagar, March 9 – A fashion show held at the world-famous ski resort of Gulmarg during the holy month of Ramadan has triggered widespread criticism and condemnation across Jammu and Kashmir. The event, described as “indecent” by critics, has been labeled a “cultural invasion” and an affront to Kashmiri sentiments. National Conference (NC) senior leader and Member of Parliament from central Kashmir, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, expressed shock over the event, which featured models walking on snow in designer outfits.…

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