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Speaker Clarifies Assembly Not Consulted on MLA Mehraj’s PSA Detention
Srinagar, Sept 9: The Speaker of the J&K Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, clarified on Tuesday that the government neither sought his approval nor consulted the Assembly Secretariat before detaining Doda MLA Mehraj Malik under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA). Explaining the Assembly’s role, Rather said his responsibility was…
Read More »Those playing with our sentiments face no action, but innocent people suffer: CM Omar
Srinagar, Sept 9 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said that while those who “played with religious sentiments” faced no action, innocent people were being harassed. Speaking to reporters, Omar said that the decision to impose the Public Safety Act was unjust and would undermine people’s trust in…
Read More »Political parties condemn “PSA” detention of MLA Doda Mehraj Malik
Srinagar: Political parties across Jammu and Kashmir have strongly condemned the arrest and subsequent detention of Doda MLA Mehraj Malik under the “Public Safety Act (PSA)”, terming it an “undemocratic move that sets a dangerous precedent”. Malik, who was arrested on Monday and booked under various charges, was reportedly taken…
Read More »Jal Shakti (PHE) succored JMC in restoration of water supply post catastrophe
The catastrophic floods, attributed to the severest rainfall witnessed by Jammu in nearly a century, caused unprecedented damage to the water supply infrastructure. The flood level in river Tawi reached 34 feet, surpassing even the disastrous level of 33 feet recorded in 2014. The Tawi Water Treatment Plant was badly…
Read More »International Film Festival of Srinagar gearing up for a bigger and better fourth edition
The International Film Festival of Srinagar (TIFFS), organized by Vomedh, today announced that its 4th edition will be held on 13–14 November 2025 in Srinagar, Kashmir. The festival has already received more than 100 film submissions from 20 countries, reaffirming its position as one of the fastest-growing cultural events in…
Read More »ADA Jammu interacts with leads Banks of J&K
Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) Jammu organized a key Interaction with the lead banks of J&K. The banks which participated in the interaction were J&K Bank, Punjab National Bank, State bank of India and Jammu and Kashmir Gramin Bank. Ashok Gupta, General Manager J&K Bank, Anil Sharma, Circle Head…
Read More »ASSOCHAM J&K welcomes GST reforms, calls it a “Diwali Bonanza” for all
The J&K Council of the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) has wholeheartedly welcomed the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms announced by the Government of India, calling it a “Diwali Bonanza” for the people and the economy.The reforms include reduction of GST rates on several…
Read More »High Court acts on EPG report, summons top officials over flood threat
Srinagar: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh on Monday took serious note of the emerging flood crisis in the Valley (Flood 2025) during the hearing of the Public Interest Litigation (PIL) titled Environmental Policy Group (EPG) v. Union of India & Others.The Division Bench led by the…
Read More »Violence Not the Answer, But Emblem Misuse Must Be Addressed: Tanvir Sadiq
Srinagar, Sept 8: National Conference Chief Spokesperson and MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, on Monday said that the violence at the Hazratbal shrine was a spontaneous reaction to a perceived violation of religious sentiments and demanded immediate action against those responsible, including the Vice-Chairperson of the Waqf Board. He also urged…
Read More »NIA Conducts Searches at Multiple Locations in J&K
Srinagar, Sept 08: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday conducted a fresh round of searches at various locations across Jammu and Kashmir in connection with an ongoing terror investigation. Officials said the agency carried out coordinated raids during the morning hours, with assistance from local police and paramilitary forces.…
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Mehbooba Admits Viral Video Is Genuine, Expresses Regret Over Remark
Srinagar, July 28: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday expressed …
