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Can't ignore Pahalgam: SC seeks Centre's reply on J-K statehood

Can't ignore Pahalgam: SC seeks Centre's reply on J-K statehood

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The SC has sought a response from the Centre on a plea seeking the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.

New threat for security agencies: 'Bedroom jihadis' stoking unrest in J-K

New threat for security agencies: 'Bedroom jihadis' stoking unrest in J-K

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir are facing a new threat from 'bedroom jihadis' who use social media to spread misinformation and incite communal discord. These individuals, operating from their homes, are part of a sophisticated cross-border effort to destabilize the region by disseminating inflammatory content and propaganda.

Munir describes terror in J-K as 'legitimate struggle'

Munir describes terror in J-K as 'legitimate struggle'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has described terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir as a 'legitimate struggle', saying his country would always stand by the people of Kashmir in their struggle.

77th Republic Day parade to witness many firsts

77th Republic Day parade to witness many firsts

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

The upcoming Republic Day Parade will center around the sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram,' featuring themed decorations, performances, and special guests.

Docs, cleric, businessmen: Meet 'Group of 7' held for Delhi blast

Docs, cleric, businessmen: Meet 'Group of 7' held for Delhi blast

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

According to police, the group of seven used "encrypted channels for indoctrination, coordination, movement, and logistics."

After Maoist zones, CRPF's specialised CoBRA unit to counter J-K terror

After Maoist zones, CRPF's specialised CoBRA unit to counter J-K terror

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced the formation of a special CoBRA battalion for counter-terrorist operations in Jammu and Kashmir. This decision comes 17 years after the jungle warfare unit was established to combat Naxal insurgency. The new battalion, directed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, will be deployed in forested areas of Jammu and Kashmir, including the Jammu region, where recent terrorist incidents have occurred. CoBRA units are known for their specialized jungle warfare and guerilla tactics training, and the new battalion will be equipped with modern weaponry, communication, and surveillance equipment.

J-K flashflood: Hope fades for missing as rescue ops enter Day 3

J-K flashflood: Hope fades for missing as rescue ops enter Day 3

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Rescue operations continue in Kishtwar, J&K, following a devastating cloudburst. Anxious relatives cling to fading hope as the search for the missing enters its third day.

US-born Aman Rao slams 109-ball double century in Vijay Hazare

US-born Aman Rao slams 109-ball double century in Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

US-born Aman Rao underlined his prowess as a big hitter with a scintillating unbeaten double century to propel Hyderabad to a commanding 352 for 5 against Bengal.

J-K polls: NC to contest 51 seats, Congress 32 as allies seal deal

J-K polls: NC to contest 51 seats, Congress 32 as allies seal deal

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The leaders said the list of seats each party will be contesting, as well as the names of the candidates, will be issued later.

90K new voters added in J-K after special revision: Officials

90K new voters added in J-K after special revision: Officials

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

They said women electors and first-time voters have registered a significant increase.

SC to hear plea for restoration of statehood to J-K on Thursday

SC to hear plea for restoration of statehood to J-K on Thursday

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The plea highlights the delay in restoration and its impact on democratic rights and development.

IWT suspension puts Jhelum, Chenab in our control: J-K LG

IWT suspension puts Jhelum, Chenab in our control: J-K LG

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha asserts that the Indus Waters Treaty was a 'historic mistake' and its termination will greatly benefit Jammu and Kashmir by allowing it to harness its hydropower potential.

J-K police bust Lashkar-Jaish-linked app network; 10 detained

J-K police bust Lashkar-Jaish-linked app network; 10 detained

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Counter-intelligence wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police detains 10 people for allegedly using encrypted messaging applications to coordinate, finance, and execute terror activities on instructions from Pakistan-based handlers.

CBI to seek police remand of 8 J-K cops in custodial torture case

CBI to seek police remand of 8 J-K cops in custodial torture case

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

The CBI will seek police remand of eight Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel arrested for allegedly inflicting brutal custodial torture on a fellow constable in 2023. The case involves allegations of severe abuse and mutilation, leading to a Supreme Court-ordered investigation.

Pahalgam terrorists identified, will be dealt with soon: J-K LG

Pahalgam terrorists identified, will be dealt with soon: J-K LG

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced that the terrorists responsible for the Pahalgam attack have been identified and will soon face consequences. He highlighted the progress in the region, including development projects and improved security, since the removal of Article 370.

Haryana preacher detained in 'white collar' terror module case

Haryana preacher detained in 'white collar' terror module case

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Maulvi Ishtiyaq, who has been brought to Srinagar, was staying in a rented house within the Al Falah university complex in Faridabad. It was from his home that police had recovered more than 2,500 kg of ammonium nitrate, potassium chlorate and sulphur, the officials said.

Properties of 3 Pak-based terror handlers seized in J-K

Properties of 3 Pak-based terror handlers seized in J-K

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The action was carried out in connection with a case registered under various sections of Indian Arms Act, and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, he said.

Ranji Trophy: Siraj picks four-fer for Hyderabad against Chhattisgarh

Ranji Trophy: Siraj picks four-fer for Hyderabad against Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Mohammed Siraj returned 17-3-56-4 to help Hyderabad bowl Chhattisgarh out for 283 on Day 1 of their Group D Ranji Trophy contest, in Hyderabad, on Thursday.

Vijay Hazare: Rinku & Co fire in unison as UP thrash Hyderabad

Vijay Hazare: Rinku & Co fire in unison as UP thrash Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

UP batters, spinners overpower Hyderabad by 84 runs in Vijay Hazare opener

J-K police release sketches of 3 terrorists behind Doda attack

J-K police release sketches of 3 terrorists behind Doda attack

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

A police spokesman in Doda said they are moving in the upper reaches of the district especially in Dessa forest where an army captain and three soldiers were killed in a gunfight during an anti-terror operation on July 16.

Setback for Omar as NC tastes its first ever defeat in Budgam

Setback for Omar as NC tastes its first ever defeat in Budgam

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The NC has won every assembly election in Budgam whenever it has fielded a candidate from the Shia-dominated segment. The only time the seat was not represented by the NC was in 1972 when the party had boycotted the polls across J-K.

J-K BJP MLA Devender Rana passes away at 59

J-K BJP MLA Devender Rana passes away at 59

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Nagrota MLA Devender Singh Rana, brother of Union minister Jitendra Singh, died on Thursday at a private hospital in Haryana's Faridabad. He was 59.

Juyal's heroics help UP down Assam in Vijay Hazare

Juyal's heroics help UP down Assam in Vijay Hazare

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Juyal's 150 not out fashions 58-run win via VJD method for UP against Assam

SC fines 10 Raj dental colleges Rs 10 cr each over admission breaches

SC fines 10 Raj dental colleges Rs 10 cr each over admission breaches

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

The Supreme Court of India has imposed a fine of Rs 10 crore each on 10 private dental colleges in Rajasthan for irregularities in admissions, citing blatant illegality and willful violation of rules. The court also directed the state government to deposit Rs 10 lakh for failing to adhere to legal procedures.

Srinagar Police Station Shattered By Blast

Srinagar Police Station Shattered By Blast

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

An accidental explosion on Friday, November 14, night ripped through the Nowgam police station in Srinagar killing nine people and injuring 27 others.

J-K, Haryana polls: BIG winners and losers

J-K, Haryana polls: BIG winners and losers

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Results for assembly polls in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir were declared on Tuesday, with the Bharatiya Janata Party scoring a hat-trick in Haryana while the National Conference-Congress alliance emerged victorious in J-K. Here's how some big names fared.

It's 3 dynasties vs J-K youths: Modi at 1st poll rally

It's 3 dynasties vs J-K youths: Modi at 1st poll rally

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Modi began his nearly 45-minute speech by welcoming the people who attended the rally in the Kashmiri language. "This time, the (assembly) election will decide the future of Jammu and Kashmir, which has remained the target of foreign powers since Independence," he told the gathering.

Dr Shaheen Sayeed captured in Faridabad part of Jaish women wing: Officials

Dr Shaheen Sayeed captured in Faridabad part of Jaish women wing: Officials

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

A woman doctor arrested in connection with an inter-state terror module was part of Jamaat-ul-Mominaat, an organization launched by Jaish-e-Mohammed, officials said.

31,000 RTI Appeals Await New CIC

31,000 RTI Appeals Await New CIC

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Central Information Commission, which is functioning at full strength for the first time after December 2016, will need to consider 31,000 appeals and complaints. It takes more than a year for a matter to be heard by the Commission.

Modi inaugurates world's highest railway bridge in J-K

Modi inaugurates world's highest railway bridge in J-K

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

After the Chenab bridge, Modi also inaugurated India's first cable-stayed rail bridge over the river Anji. The prime minister then walked on the Chenab rail bridge holding the tricolour.

Delhi blast probe reveals 2 more hideouts of Dr Ganaie

Delhi blast probe reveals 2 more hideouts of Dr Ganaie

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Delhi blast investigation revealed that Dr Muzammil Ganaie, one of the prime suspects arrested in connection with the white-collar terror module linked to the November 10 terrorist incident, had two more hideouts near the Al Falah University.

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Ranji Trophy: MP enter quarterfinals; Saurashtra on brink of qualification

Police search on in Faridabad to unearth Muzammil's links

Police search on in Faridabad to unearth Muzammil's links

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Police in Faridabad continue their investigation into a suspected terror module after a large quantity of explosives was found in rented rooms. The probe is also examining potential links to a recent blast near Delhi's Red Fort.

Chaos prevails in J-K assembly, BJP MLAs marshalled out

Chaos prevails in J-K assembly, BJP MLAs marshalled out

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Ruckus prevailed in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly for the third day on Friday as Bharatiya Janata Party members protested over the special status resolution, leading the speaker to marshal out 12 opposition MLAs and Langate legislator Sheikh Khurshid.

26 killed as Lashkar offshoot targets tourists in J-K's Pahalgam

26 killed as Lashkar offshoot targets tourists in J-K's Pahalgam

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Terrorists opened fire at a popular tourist spot near Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday afternoon, killing 26 people, mostly holidayers from other states, in what is the deadliest attack in the Valley since the Pulwama strike in 2019.

Why China's Claim On Shaksgam Valley Is Baseless

Why China's Claim On Shaksgam Valley Is Baseless

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Today's situation in the Shaksgam Valley is the consequence of what happened in Gilgit in 1947. But is India ready to militarily get back its territories? asks Claude Arpi.

How online war games turn out to be recruitment hub in J-K

How online war games turn out to be recruitment hub in J-K

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Terror groups are using online war games to communicate with recruits in Jammu and Kashmir, bypassing traditional social media channels, officials said.

Israeli military apologises for map showing J-K in Pakistan

Israeli military apologises for map showing J-K in Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

The IDF admitted that the map "fails to precisely depict borders".

Woman with AK-47 among 3 docs arrested with 2900 kg of explosives

Woman with AK-47 among 3 docs arrested with 2900 kg of explosives

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has unearthed an interstate and transnational terror module of Jaish-e-Mohamamd and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind outfits by arresting seven persons, including two doctors, and recovering arms and ammunition, officials said in Srinagar on Monday.

Three terrorists killed in encounter in J-K's Kathua; 3 cops martyred

Three terrorists killed in encounter in J-K's Kathua; 3 cops martyred

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Two terrorists were killed and five security personnel were injured in a fierce gun battle in a remote forested area of Kathua district in Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter, which involved a group of approximately five terrorists, triggered intense firing and explosions. The gunfight, centered near Jakhole village, resulted in injuries to Special Police Officer Bharat Chalotra, who sustained facial wounds. Three security personnel, including a Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), were reportedly trapped near the gunfight's location. The terrorists were moving through the forest area when a police party headed by an SDPO moved in after getting specific information. Reinforcements from the police, army, and CRPF were immediately deployed to the area.