CM Omar Abdullah to Chair Historic Cabinet Meeting in Pahalgam Today In a bold political move, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will chair a special cabinet meeting in Pahalgam today, marking the first time such a meeting is held outside Srinagar or Jammu during his tenure. The decision is seen as a symbolic stand against terrorism and violence, following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives, mostly tourists. Why Pahalgam? A Message of Resilience Solidarity with Pahalgam Residents – The town has suffered a sharp…
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PDP Vs NC: Clash Ensues After J&K Employees Sacked for Terror Links
The termination of services of three employees is the second such termination since chief minister Omar Abdullah took over in October last year. It raises questions about Abdullah’s authority. After Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday dismissed three government employees, including a jailed policeman, for terror links, the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) hit out at the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference-Congress government in the UT, accusing it of toeing the BJP-led Union government’s line. Sinha invoked Article 311 (2) (c) of the Constitution to terminate the services…
Read MoreL-G Manoj Sinha Dismisses Two Govt Employees Over Terror Links
Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered dismissal of two employees over terror links Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered dismissal of two employees, citing their involvement in terror activities as a threat to state security. The decision was taken under Article 311 (2)(c) of the Indian Constitution following an investigation that confirmed their links to terror organisations, officials said. Those dismissed from services include Zahir Abbas, a government teacher from Kishtwar and Kulgam resident Abdul Rehman Naika, a pharmacist in the Health department. The General Administration Department (GAD) issued dismissal orders following the orders…
Read MoreSecurity Review Meeting Held in Kashmir Ahead of Supreme Court’s Article 370 Verdict
Top police and administration officials held a meeting here on Friday to discuss “law and order” ahead of the Supreme Court’s verdict on Article 370 case. A senior officer of Jammu and Kashmir Police said punitive action will be taken against anyone found indulging in any mischief or misuse of social media. Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, J&K, Vijay Kumar chaired a joint meeting of all district magistrates and senior superintendents of police of the Kashmir division for the first time at PCR Kashmir, the spokesman said.…
Read MoreCyber Attack Warning: Hackers Plan ‘Party’ Targeting India’s Critical Infrastructure
A nationwide alert has been sounded as one of the largest hacker groups has announced an impending cyberattack on Indian websites and critical infrastructure. The gravity of the situation is underlined by the fact that ministries and departments are now actively engaged in enhancing their cybersecurity measures to stop any unauthorised access. They have been instructed to adhere to Cyber Hygiene Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) and perform necessary tasks to safeguard data from potential hacking or breaches. Central agencies are particularly vigilant, anticipating that the health sector’s cyber infrastructure might…
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