News for 'Council of Ministers of Jammu'

Nawaz Sharif condemns Burhan Wani's killing as Kashmir burns

Nawaz Sharif condemns Burhan Wani's killing as Kashmir burns

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Saeed, who plans to hold funeral prayers in absentia for Wani and others on Friday in Lahore, said issues in Kashmir should be resolved as per the wish of Kashmiri people.

Bihar poll fever to rise as Modi, Rahul to campaign on Friday

Bihar poll fever to rise as Modi, Rahul to campaign on Friday

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Prime Minister Modi will address three rallies -- at Dehri-on Sone (Rohtas district), Gaya and Bhagalpur -- to seek support for National Democratic Alliance nominees on different assembly constituencies going to vote in the first phase on October 28. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is also slated to launch his campaign in Bihar elections on Friday.

'Modi will solve Naga issue'

'Modi will solve Naga issue'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

'PM Modi is not taking Kashmir's stance as far as the Naga issue is concerned.'

Another Kashmir militant returns home after mother's appeal

Another Kashmir militant returns home after mother's appeal

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

The details of the surrendered boy have been kept secret in order to ensure his security.

Rs 1,600 cr package for Kashmiri migrants sanctioned

Rs 1,600 cr package for Kashmiri migrants sanctioned

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday said a Rs 1,600 crore financial package has been sanctioned for the return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri migrants.

India is lying about Kashmir, Pak tells UN

India is lying about Kashmir, Pak tells UN

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

In a rare action, Pakistan accused External Affairs Minister S M Krishna of making a 'self-serving claim' at the United Nations General Assembly about Jammu and Kashmir being an integral part of the country.

One nation, one tax: 5 things you should know

One nation, one tax: 5 things you should know

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

GST is levied on every transaction in the supply of goods and services, barring certain exempted items

J&K gets first woman CM, BJP gets 2 more Cabinet berths

J&K gets first woman CM, BJP gets 2 more Cabinet berths

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

Mehbooba also became the second Muslim woman to become the chief minister of any state in India.

What Modi, Xi will discuss in Mahabalipuram

What Modi, Xi will discuss in Mahabalipuram

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

The focus of the talks will be to ensure mutual development and expanding overall ties, diplomatic sources said.

Pak invites India for talks on Kashmir

Pak invites India for talks on Kashmir

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesman Nafees Zakaria said in a statement that Indian High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale was called to hand over a letter of invitation for talks.

UN diplomats warn of 'other actions' after China blocks move on JeM chief

UN diplomats warn of 'other actions' after China blocks move on JeM chief

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

The diplomat spoke on condition of anonymity to give a sense of the feeling of other members of the Security Council after China blocked the move to designate Azhar a global terrorist. Beijing previously put a technical hold on similar proposals at the UNSC thrice.

Naga peace process: What next?

Naga peace process: What next?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

'NSCN-IM leader Muivah warns that the NSCN-IM has come very close to an honourable solution to the peace process with the Government of India, but if it does not materialise, then the Nagas will go away so far that it would be difficult to bring them back to the negotiating table easily,' note Sandeep Pandey and Meera Sanghamitra.

Indo-Pak ties have direct impact on J&K: Omar

Indo-Pak ties have direct impact on J&K: Omar

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

Welcoming the resumption of talks between India and Pakistan, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the relation between the neighbours has a direct bearing on the state on Tuesday.

918 COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths reported in 24 hrs

918 COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths reported in 24 hrs

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

While the number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 7,409, as many as 764 people have been cured and discharged, and one had migrated, it said. Of the total 273 deaths, Maharashtra tops the tally with 127 fatalities, followed by Madhya Pradesh at 36, Gujarat at 22 and Delhi at 19.

Explosive set off in Bodh Gaya to show solidarity with Rohingyas: NIA

Explosive set off in Bodh Gaya to show solidarity with Rohingyas: NIA

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said the state governments have been asked to identify Rohingya refugees in their regions and collect their biometric details.

Introspect why you are 'epicentre' of terrorism: India to Pak at UN

Introspect why you are 'epicentre' of terrorism: India to Pak at UN

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'The international community should call upon Pakistan to take sustained, verifiable and irreversible actions against terror outfits operating on the territory under its control'

Second dry run of COVID-19 inoculation conducted

Second dry run of COVID-19 inoculation conducted

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

The first nationwide mock drill was held on January 2 which, the health ministry said, helped to iron out any glitches in the final execution and further refinement of the operational procedures.

Initial difficulties likely over GST, says Jaitley

Initial difficulties likely over GST, says Jaitley

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

"To begin with, people could face some difficulties because any changeover has its own problems. But it will settle down and the country will benefit from the new indirect tax regime," Jaitley said at an event organised by ABP News.

Mehbooba likely to be sworn-in as J&K CM on April 4

Mehbooba likely to be sworn-in as J&K CM on April 4

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Peoples Democratic Party leader Mehbooba Mufti, set to be the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, is likely to be sworn-in on April four.

'Modi has put Islamabad on the mat'

'Modi has put Islamabad on the mat'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

The Indian position has never been correctly articulated by successive governments, says security expert Ajay Sahni.

Making a case for fair treatment of Union Territories in Finance Commission

Making a case for fair treatment of Union Territories in Finance Commission

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Call for fiscal autonomy to Union Territories with Assemblies may get louder with 'special status' to J&K in the Finance Commission, say experts.

Why it's better to introduce GST from September, not July

Why it's better to introduce GST from September, not July

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

States should have enough time. We still do not know the rules. There are a lot of operational difficulties, says Jammu and Kashmir Finance Minister Haseeb Drabu.

Will 'immediately' enforce sanctions imposed on Azhar: Pak

Will 'immediately' enforce sanctions imposed on Azhar: Pak

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Pak rejected the world body's move as a "victory for India and validation of its stance" as projected by the Indian media.

China's UNSC gamble is a setback to relations with India

China's UNSC gamble is a setback to relations with India

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

'India needs to closely monitor the discussions at the UNSC and make counter-measures as this touches its core interests', points out Srikanth Kondapalli.

Pak writes to UN for urgent intervention to de-escalate tensions with India

Pak writes to UN for urgent intervention to de-escalate tensions with India

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

India has rejected any third party intervention in the Kashmir issue and has maintained that all outstanding matters in Indo-Pak ties should be resolved bilaterally.

President in Leh

President in Leh

Rediff.com27 Jun 2003

People had lined up on the either side of the road to greet the President, who drove to the circuit house from the airport.

GST rollout on July 1; deadline for filing tax returns extended by 2 months

GST rollout on July 1; deadline for filing tax returns extended by 2 months

Rediff.com18 Jun 2017

As per the revised return filing timeline decided by the Council, for July, the sale returns will have to be filed by September 5 instead of August 10. Companies will have to file sale invoice for August with the GST Network by September 20 instead of September 10 earlier.

Deny terrorists safe haven, block their access to funds: US to Pak

Deny terrorists safe haven, block their access to funds: US to Pak

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

The US has also urged the two South Asian neighbours to avoid further military action.

EU lawmakers to visit Kashmir; briefed by PM, NSA

EU lawmakers to visit Kashmir; briefed by PM, NSA

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Modi told the delegation that urgent action was needed against those supporting and sponsoring terrorism.

Pakistan takes border war to UN doors

Pakistan takes border war to UN doors

Rediff.com12 Oct 2014

Stepping up its attempts to internationalise the Kashmir issue, Pakistan has written to the UN chief on the security situation along the LoC and the International Border with India and sought the world body's intervention in resolving the issue.

Rajya Sabha adjourned as Naidu asks AIADMK, DMK members to leave

Rajya Sabha adjourned as Naidu asks AIADMK, DMK members to leave

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

The House had to be adjourned twice in the afternoon amid din over the issue and finally for the day, minutes after it reassembled at 3 pm.

UK calls on India, Pakistan to show restraint, asks for de-escalation

UK calls on India, Pakistan to show restraint, asks for de-escalation

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

May told the House of Commons that the UK remained in regular contact with both countries and was working towards de-escalating tensions.

Pak raises Kashmir issue at UN; seeks OIC intervention

Pak raises Kashmir issue at UN; seeks OIC intervention

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Pakistan has once again raised the Kashmir issue at the UNSC, seeking mediation from the world body and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation to resolve the issue.

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Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

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Parliament clears decks for GST rollout from July 1

Parliament clears decks for GST rollout from July 1

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Parliament on Thursday cleared the decks for the rollout of the historic Goods and Services Tax from July 1 as it approved four supporting legislations to usher in the one-nation-one-tax regime.

Pak writes to UNSC, accuses India of threatening regional security

Pak writes to UNSC, accuses India of threatening regional security

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

In his letter, Qureshi also accused the Indian government of using 'water as a weapon'.

Report on Kashmir issue triggering war 'incorrect': Pakistan

Report on Kashmir issue triggering war 'incorrect': Pakistan

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Pakistan on Wednesday described as "incorrect" a media report that Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had contended the Kashmir issue is a flashpoint which "can trigger a fourth war" with India.

Naga peace talks may continue beyond Oct 31

Naga peace talks may continue beyond Oct 31

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

The talks were convened in Delhi in a bid to hammer out differences, particularly on the NSCN-IM's demand for a separate flag and Constitution for the Nagas, officials said.

Pak's snub to moderate separatists in Kashmir

Pak's snub to moderate separatists in Kashmir

Rediff.com11 Mar 2010

Apparently trying to dabble in internal rivalry in the Hurriyat, Pakistan has invited hardline leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani as the 'Chairman' of the amalgam along with six other Kashmiri separatist leaders for a meeting in Islamabad later this month.

'Atmosphere not right for Indo-Pak cricket'

'Atmosphere not right for Indo-Pak cricket'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Govt unlikely to allow Indo-Pak cricket in Dubai