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

September 25, 2025 Editor

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…

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

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 Editor

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…

Mehbooba, Sajad Lone Claim House Arrest Over Sopore Visit; Omar Abdullah Says ‘No Storm Would’ve Followed’

September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 Editor

Allegations of Undemocratic Detention By: Javid Amin | 18 September 2025 Political tensions in Jammu & Kashmir deepened on September 18, 2025, after former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and People’s Conference chairman Sajad Lone claimed they were placed under house arrest to prevent them from visiting Sopore. The leaders said they intended to offer condolences on the passing of Professor Abdul Gani Bhat, the former Hurriyat chairman and a respected separatist intellectual. Mehbooba Mufti took to social media, calling the administration’s move a reflection of the “harsh and undemocratic reality”…

Senior Lawyer Cites ‘National Integrity’ in Exiting AAP MLA Malik’s PSA Case

September 19, 2025 Editor

A Legal Exit That Echoes Politically By: Javid Amin | 18 September 2025 In September 2025, the fragile line between law, politics, and national security in Jammu & Kashmir blurred yet again. A senior lawyer, initially part of the defense team for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Abdul Rashid Malik, abruptly withdrew from the case challenging Malik’s detention under the Public Safety Act (PSA). The lawyer cited concerns of “national integrity” in stepping away — a phrase that instantly ignited debate in Kashmir’s political and legal circles. Was this a…

Kashmiri Leader Abdul Ghani Bhat Dies at 87: A Midnight Farewell Under Surveillance

September 19, 2025 Editor

Midnight Farewell Under Surveillance By: Javid Amin | 18 September 2025 The End of an Era Abdul Ghani Bhat, one of the most recognizable figures of Kashmir’s separatist movement and former chairman of the Hurriyat Conference, passed away at the age of 87. Known for his philosophical depth, eloquence, and moderation, Bhat’s death marks the quiet fading of a generation that once dominated Kashmir’s separatist discourse. His departure comes at a time when separatist politics in the Valley lies fragmented, muted, and heavily constrained by state restrictions. The manner of…

Blocked, But Not Silenced: Sanjay Singh’s Srinagar Protest Sparks National Debate on Democracy and Dissent

September 12, 2025 Editor

Sanjay Singh’s Srinagar Protest: Farooq, Omar, Tarigami Slam PSA Detention of MLA Mehraj Malik By: Javid Amin | 11 September 2025 A Locked Gate, a Nation Watching On a tense September morning in Srinagar, an extraordinary scene unfolded: AAP MP Sanjay Singh scaled the iron gate of a government guesthouse, shouting to the crowd outside that he was being held against his will. On the other side stood Dr. Farooq Abdullah, veteran politician and National Conference (NC) president, straining to hear Singh’s voice over the police cordon. “Milne nahi de…

Doda Erupts: AAP MLA Mehraj Malik Arrested Under PSA Sparks Protests Across Jammu & Kashmir

September 10, 2025 Editor

Doda Protests Erupt After AAP MLA Mehraj Malik Arrested Under PSA By: Javid Amin | 09 September 2025 The Arrest That Shook Doda On September 7, 2025, Jammu & Kashmir witnessed an unprecedented political move: Mehraj Malik, the lone Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator from Doda, was arrested under the Public Safety Act (PSA). The PSA allows detention without trial for up to two years. By invoking it against an elected MLA, authorities have triggered a storm of protests, raising questions about democracy, dissent, and state power in Kashmir. Malik…

MLA Mehraj Malik Booked Under PSA: First Legislator Detained in J&K History Sparks Political Storm

September 8, 2025 Editor

Detained Democracy: MLA Mehraj Malik Booked Under PSA in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 08 September 2025 A First in Legislative History On September 7, 2025, Jammu & Kashmir witnessed a political moment that will likely be etched in its legislative history for years to come. Mehraj Malik, the first-ever elected MLA from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the region, was detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA)—a law often criticized for its sweeping powers and lack of judicial oversight. This marks the first time a sitting…

Hazratbal Shrine Plaque Controversy: Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema Demands Respect for Faith & Tradition

September 7, 2025September 7, 2025 Editor

Hazratbal Shrine: More Than a Monument By: Javid Amin | 06 September 2025 The Hazratbal Shrine is not just another mosque in Kashmir. For centuries, it has stood as a spiritual heartbeat of the Valley, deeply tied to the faith, memory, and identity of Kashmiri Muslims. Housing the revered relic of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Hazratbal commands a sanctity that transcends generations. Unlike other shrines, Hazratbal has always been marked by simplicity, humility, and deep spiritual reverence. Worshippers see it not merely as a building but as an extension of their…

Hazratbal Shrine Emblem Controversy: BJP, NC, PDP, and Waqf Lock Horns Over Faith, Politics & Symbolism

September 7, 2025 Editor

Hazratbal Shrine Emblem Controversy Explained – BJP, NC, PDP & Waqf Clash Over National Emblem in Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 06 September 2025 When Faith Meets Politics in Kashmir The Hazratbal Shrine in Srinagar is more than a mosque. For Kashmiris, it is a spiritual heartbeat—housing the revered relic believed to be a strand of Prophet Muhammad’s hair. Over centuries, Hazratbal has withstood wars, political changes, and social upheavals, while remaining a sanctuary of faith. But in September 2025, the shrine became the epicenter of a storm over symbolism.…