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Srinagar Martyrs’ Graveyard Sealed on July 13 as Authorities Restrict Access; Omar Abdullah Questions ‘Normalcy’ Narrative

July 14, 2026 Editor

Srinagar Martyrs’ Graveyard Sealed on July 13: Omar Abdullah Says Curbs Contradict ‘Normalcy’ Claims By: Javid Amin | 13 July 2026 Security barricades around Naqshband Sahib prevent political leaders and citizens from paying tribute, triggering a fresh political controversy in Jammu and Kashmir A fresh political controversy unfolded in Srinagar on July 13, 2026, after authorities imposed strict security restrictions around the Martyrs’ Graveyard at Naqshband Sahib, preventing political leaders, party workers and members of the public from offering tributes on Martyrs’ Day. Barricades, checkpoints and heavy deployment of police…

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…

July 13 in Kashmir: A Day That Refuses to Fade Into History as Leaders Await Permission to Honour the 1931 Martyrs

July 12, 2026 Editor

The Battle Over Memory Continues in Jammu & Kashmir By: News Desk | 11 July 2026 Every year, July 13 evokes strong emotions across Jammu and Kashmir. For many, it is not merely another date on the calendar but a reminder of one of the most defining moments in Kashmir’s modern political history. This year, attention has once again turned towards Naqshband Sahib in Srinagar, where the graves of those killed during the July 13, 1931 uprising are located. Political leaders from multiple parties are awaiting official permission to visit…

Pantha Chowk Residents Protest Proposed Wine Shop in Srinagar; PDP Leader Zuhaib Yousf Mir Backs Demonstrators

July 10, 2026July 10, 2026 Editor

Pantha Chowk Residents Protest Proposed Wine Shop in Srinagar, PDP Leader Zuhaib Yousf Mir Joins Demonstration By: News Desk | 10 July 2026 Local Opposition Grows Over Proposed Alcohol Outlet A group of residents in Pantha Chowk, on the outskirts of Srinagar, staged a protest against the proposed opening of a wine shop in their locality, expressing concerns over its location and its perceived impact on the community. The demonstration was joined by People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Zuhaib Yousf Mir, who voiced support for the residents and urged the…

J&K Notifies New Parking Rules: Digital Payments, Higher Fines and Time-Bound Parking to Improve Urban Traffic

July 10, 2026 Editor

J&K Notifies New Parking Rules to Tackle Traffic Congestion; Digital Payments and Higher Fines Introduced By: News Desk | 09 July 2026 In a major step towards improving urban traffic management, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has notified a new set of parking regulations aimed at reducing congestion, improving road discipline and modernising parking management across the Union Territory. The new framework introduces designated parking zones, digital fee collection, stricter penalties for illegal parking and time-bound parking in busy commercial areas. The initiative is part of the administration’s broader effort…

Power-Rich, Power-Starved: Why Kashmir Valley Keeps Going Dark Despite Its Hydropower Riches

July 7, 2026 Editor

Kashmir's Electricity Paradox: One of India's Top Hydropower Producers, Yet Homes Sit in the Dark,Darkness in the Land of Rivers: Kashmir's Never-Ending Power Crisis, Winter or Summer

Power-Rich, Power-Starved: Why Kashmir Valley Keeps Going Dark Despite Its Hydropower Riches By: Javid Amin | 07 July 2026 Srinagar: Fans stall mid-spin, oxygen concentrators wheeze onto backup batteries, online classes freeze on half-loaded screens — this is not a one-off breakdown but a recurring reality for a region that sits on one of India’s largest hydropower reserves. For weeks now, homes, schools, hospitals and offices across the Kashmir Valley have battled long, often unannounced power cuts, even as officials confirm that electricity availability this season is among the highest…

Kashmir UPI Fraud: How Fake “Payment Successful” Screens Are Emptying Shopkeepers’ Pockets

July 6, 2026 Editor

One Screen, One Scam: Inside Kashmir’s Silent UPI Spoofing Crisis By: Javid Amin | 05 July 2026 When “Payment Successful” Means Nothing At All Picture a Saturday afternoon at Lal Chowk. The counter is three customers deep, the till hasn’t stopped ringing, and a young man in a hurry holds up his phone to show a green tick and the words “Payment Successful.” The shopkeeper glances at it, nods, and hands over the shirt. Thirty seconds later, the customer is gone — and so is the money that never actually…

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Urges India and Pakistan to Resume Dialogue, Says Peace Can Only Come Through Talks

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Calls for Fresh India-Pakistan Dialogue, Says Peace Cannot Be Achieved Through Confrontation By: News Desk | 30 June 2026 Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has renewed his appeal for India and Pakistan to resume diplomatic engagement, saying that dialogue remains the only viable path to achieving lasting peace in South Asia. Speaking in Srinagar, the Mirwaiz urged the leadership of both countries to move beyond confrontation and revive meaningful negotiations aimed at reducing tensions and addressing long-standing issues, including Kashmir. His remarks come at a time…

J&K Summer Vacation 2026: Kashmir Schools to Remain Closed from July 6 to July 19 Due to Heatwave

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 Editor

J&K Announces Summer Vacations for Kashmir Schools from July 6 to 19 Amid Intensifying Heatwave By: News Desk | 30 June 2026 J&K Declares Summer Vacation for Schools Across Kashmir Amid Rising Temperatures As Kashmir experiences one of its hottest summers in recent years, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has announced summer vacations for all schools across the Kashmir Valley from July 6 to July 19, 2026. The decision comes in response to the ongoing heat spell that has pushed daytime temperatures well above seasonal averages, raising concerns over student…

Kashmir Heatwave 2026: Valley Faces Unprecedented Summer Heat as Rising Temperatures Expose Climate and Power Challenges

June 29, 2026June 29, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Heatwave 2026: Record June Temperatures, Power Cuts, Climate Change Impact and Health Risks By: Javid Amin | 28 June 2026 Valley Is Faces One of Its Hottest Summers as Climate Change Redefines Seasonal Patterns For generations, Kashmir has been known as India’s summer retreat—a place where cool mornings, pleasant afternoons and refreshing evenings offered relief from the scorching temperatures experienced across much of the country. However, the Valley is witnessing a dramatic shift in its weather pattern. The summer of 2026 has brought one of the earliest and most…